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Giveaway and product review: Gourmet giraffe from Sarita Baby

15th September 2009

Posted in: Product Reviews, creative, toys, unique

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Sara from Sarita Baby actually calls these taggy giraffes, but I like gourmet better. Because this is one beautiful, handmade, funky fabric-encased stuffed toy.

gourmet_giraffe.jpgHere is our Gigi helping me work today. I  boldly emailed Sara and asked her to send me one to review, because I’ve coveted them for ages at various shows she’s been at — and had to show them off to you. Gigi the giraffe is for my girls, of course. Of course.

Do you see the sweet fabric? The clever use of ribbon for the mane and tail, which double as sensory pieces, loops and handles? They are the perfect size to snuggle with, and adorable to adorn a crib or bed of any age child.

Sara is a work-at-home-mom in Oshawa who sews while her two kids sleep, in the sewing room her “wonderful husband was so generous to make” for her. Her funky baby accessories — including bibs, blankets, change pads and tooth fairy door hangers — are made with designer fabrics.

Check out Sara’s etsy site to find the three Durham Region stores you can purchase these giraffes at, for just around $20. Or, you can buy off the etsy site, or email Sara for a custom order at sb13sarita@yahoo.ca.

giraffe.jpgWant to win your own giraffe? (For your kid(s). Of course.) We’ve got a gorgeous green one that needs a warm spot in a Durham Region Baby reader’s house. To win, take a spin through Sara’s store, then leave a comment here with your favourite Sarita Baby creation. We’ll draw a winner on Thursday!

Possibly related posts:

  1. Gourmet giraffe winner!
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  3. Guest product review and giveaway: Glowbaby
  4. Guest product review and giveaway: Monkeywrap
  5. Product review and giveaway: Wee Rascals

There are currently 41 responses

  1. On September 15th, 2009 at 12:42 pm, Christy said:

    Gorgeous stuff. I love the sock monkey bib. I have a new great nephew on the way. That would be such a good gift.

  2. On September 15th, 2009 at 1:06 pm, Jen O. said:

    I love the farmer’s market blanket. That apples and pears material is beautiful.

  3. On September 15th, 2009 at 1:11 pm, Wild about Beads said:

    I have seen them first hand in The Cuddly Bunny Store in Port Perry. The owner Marnie has stated that the customers LOVE them and how well they sell. Sara – just wait until Marnie’s new store opens on the main drag come October 2nd. You will be famous. Now I just need to have another baby so I can buy one.

  4. On September 15th, 2009 at 1:23 pm, Jodes said:

    I love the lime guitars tooth fairy pocket hanger…Two reasons: I had a little bear when I was a girl to put my teeth in overnight, so it reminds me of that. And my little boy is going to be playing guitar before he walks if his Daddy has anything to do with it.

  5. On September 15th, 2009 at 1:25 pm, Karen D said:

    I have to agree with Christy about the sock monkey bib. It totally rocks. I will have to get one for my niece because her daddy is wild about sock monkeys. :)

  6. On September 15th, 2009 at 1:31 pm, Sarah said:

    I love the giraffe… Carmen loves anything with tags, and it is perfect for little hands…

  7. On September 15th, 2009 at 1:34 pm, sarah gaylor said:

    Aww thanks guys :)

  8. On September 15th, 2009 at 2:10 pm, Erindel Hoge said:

    The giraffe is my favorite as well – my son LOVED tags and ribbons on his toys. Great idea.

  9. On September 15th, 2009 at 2:23 pm, siobhan said:

    love the mod apples giraffe! and the green pacifier clip is great – hmmm…i see a green theme here! lol.

  10. On September 15th, 2009 at 2:24 pm, Tara said:

    I love the sock monkey baby bib. Cute!

  11. On September 15th, 2009 at 2:30 pm, Karen said:

    I agree with the sock monkey bib, totally cute! We call Brodyn “Monk” short for monkey. And the giraffe is awesome! Myla LOVES her taggie blankie, and she has a necklace that has giraffes all over it I got at the Dollarama that she loves, two of her favourites combined into one!

  12. On September 15th, 2009 at 3:30 pm, Diana said:

    I love the pacifier clips! They are made from hip patterns and are very stylish. We dress our daughter in adorable outfits and I have been looking for soother clips that are just as fashionable. The only ones I have been able to find have plain ribbons, velcro and this huge clip with a cartoon character on the end which I just hate.

  13. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:05 pm, Tanya said:

    I’m lovin’ the sock monkey bib too! Makes me smile, so I’m sure it would have the same effect on little ones! Yay Sarita Baby!

  14. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:05 pm, Sarah P. said:

    I LOVE the sock monkey bib – can you say christmas presents?? I am SO ordering a couple of those for friends.

  15. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:07 pm, Joanne said:

    I love the Sock Monkey Loopy Lovey Security Blankie. It incorporates all the best parts of childhood – sock monkeys, tags to hold, polks dots and more!

  16. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:11 pm, Donna said:

    I love the sock monkey bib and the Raspberry earflap hat. Too cute.

  17. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:14 pm, Marilyn Brooks said:

    All the items are so colorful and cute, I especially like the apples and pears gift set. Its so pretty and would be perfect for my friend’s baby daughter.

  18. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:17 pm, Tricia said:

    I love the sock monkey “loopy” blanket. My son loves to stick his fingers through buttonholes, holes in shoes, laces on sneakers, etc etc etc – that would be a perfect thing…
    Sarita baby looks like a great shop – and Bearly Used Kids Clothes is just around the corner from us – I’ll have to keep my eyes open for her wonderful products!

  19. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:19 pm, Terra said:

    totally in love with the apple and pear designs…
    oh and the pacifier clips are awesome. Cant wait to buy presents for x-mas for all the new babies being born this year in the family. will recommend to all my friends, even posting a link on facebook for you. wishing you all the success you deserve for your hard work.
    cheers

  20. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:25 pm, Megan L. said:

    I love the all of the materials, but I especially love the apples and pears giraffe and bib. I’ve some of these products at Baby-Go-Round and they are great quality.

  21. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:31 pm, Chantale Smith said:

    I love lover her stuff. I know where I will buy my next baby shower gift. I may have to buy the sock monkey bib for Gavin it is the cutest!

  22. On September 15th, 2009 at 4:51 pm, Nova said:

    I like the giraffe onesie.

  23. On September 15th, 2009 at 5:11 pm, Kelly Reid said:

    Very beautiful peices. A very talented women who has found the perfect way to put her talent to good use. I love the blankets and the giraffs.

  24. On September 15th, 2009 at 6:05 pm, Colleen said:

    These local, handmade pieces are beautiful. I really like the quilt, that boasts it is great for tummytime. Cannot have enough cuddly blankets!

  25. On September 15th, 2009 at 7:22 pm, Rachel said:

    I love the farmers market security blanket. Gorgeous colours!

  26. On September 15th, 2009 at 8:03 pm, Wendy said:

    I love the tooth fairy pillow…they are surprisingly hard to find – i may need to get one for my eldest! What a great place to find unique gifts for a shower!

  27. On September 15th, 2009 at 8:21 pm, Anie S. said:

    My fave is the Sock Monkey Loopy Lovey Security Blankie. The patchwork look of the blankie and the colorful pattern on the reverse side. Plus my daughter always plays with the labels/tags on her bibs, clothing and toys, etc. These handmade items are adorable!

  28. On September 15th, 2009 at 9:29 pm, Marcia said:

    I was just in Baby Go Round in Bowmanville and saw all the bibs!! My favourite on the website was the Mod Chocolate Dots, but the sock monkey was so cute too!!

  29. On September 15th, 2009 at 10:47 pm, Lisa said:

    I love the bibs, they are so colourful, and would hide any crazy messes the kids can make!!

  30. On September 15th, 2009 at 11:25 pm, Sarah said:

    If for the name alone I like the Ginger Blossom Patch Quilt Minky Blanket! It’s beautiful!

  31. On September 16th, 2009 at 6:55 am, nicole said:

    I love the taggie giraffe!!! My new little one would love it! She is just starting to grab things with her little fingers. I also love the sock monkey bib!! My other daughter would love it!! She is our “little monkeey” Everything is just gorgeous!!

  32. On September 16th, 2009 at 8:09 am, Nadia said:

    I love the taggie giraffe! what a sweet creation! My little one loves giraffes (as do I), she would just love it! I must say all Sarita’s stuff is great – the flower petal bib and the ginger blossom patch quilt are my other faves!

  33. On September 16th, 2009 at 8:38 am, Cindy said:

    I love the whimsy baby blanket. My best friend is expecting in February — this might be one of the many gifts I’ll be getting her!!

  34. On September 16th, 2009 at 9:21 am, Karen Leith said:

    I really like everything they offer, but I do have the pacifer clip and love, love, love it!! I love Giraffes so of course the giraffe would be just great for my little girl, my son had a giraffe theme when he was a baby, and still likes his stuffed giraffe.

  35. On September 16th, 2009 at 12:03 pm, Nicola said:

    I really like the giraffes! The apples and pears one is super cute!

  36. On September 16th, 2009 at 12:05 pm, jen said:

    the apple and pears giraffe is the best!

  37. On September 16th, 2009 at 12:41 pm, Dianne Pepper said:

    I am going to be a first time grandmother in March 2010. I can’t wait. Love the Apples and Pears colours in bibs and giraffes.
    pacifier clip is a great idea.
    Great success to you!
    Love a Laughter
    Dianne
    Pepper The Clown

  38. On September 16th, 2009 at 1:06 pm, Cathy R said:

    I love the tooth pillow with guitars…having a boy I love when I see great items for them that you can’t usually find. To this day I have only ever seen frilly, lacey ones.

  39. On September 16th, 2009 at 3:33 pm, Melanie L said:

    I the pacifier clips. They are all very fun looking, especially the Lime Dots one! And suspender clip is a great idea. I would definately order these if they fit my son’s sucky but he uses a different kind that doesnt have a ring so I’m stuck with ones I am constantly mending. The giraffes are so addorable it would be neat to see other animals too. Just like Nicole and Karen my lil guy is a monkey too and I would definately order a monkey.

  40. On September 16th, 2009 at 3:45 pm, Sarah M said:

    I absolutely LOVE the mod dots diaper/change pad. It totally beats the boring white ones that I have!

  41. On September 16th, 2009 at 10:44 pm, Laura said:

    I really like the tooth fairy pillow. I had one as a child and it brings back great memories!
    I also like the pacifier clips – great idea!

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