This mothers day, make your kids tuff . A wonderful sunday event at beautiful queen elizabeth park. http://www.tuffkid.ca, pre-registration is $15, $20 day of and can be done online or at Distance Runwear.

traveling with my BlackBerry

AND THE WINNER IS ....

 Tonight we :

1. printed out all the emails and cut them up

2. put them in a jar and Estevan mixed them all up
 ( really good )

3. and ta da drew a name .....

..........

Sascha M. is the lucky winner of the Bamboletta Doll " Arlo "

Thank you to everyone that took the time to fill out our survey.

We really appreciate it. And we appreciate you.

xo Beansprouts 
( ps. we both agree that we wish we had a doll to give to all of you )

Spreading the word

Did you know ...

that De Dutch pannekoeken house on 2nd ave has a large play area for children ?

For Easter, I took Estevan to his favourite breakfast in a new location 

and noticed the play area. 

The separate family room is so big, I am sure you could fit 25 people there.

Why don't more restaurants cater to families ? 

I hear customers talk about it all the time

so I thought I should spread the word.

The next time the mamas and papas want to go out for a bit with

the little ones, perhaps you should check it out.

mmmm... pannekoeken are so good !

Beansprouts 11th birthday !

Beansprouts is celebrating it's 11th birthday. We are so pleased to still be a part of this amazing community - Main Street. It has been through many changes, but still remains the street that people love to show their support for. Support for all those that made it what it is today, to bring the community together, to support those that create,work and live here. To support the small businesses, schools and organizations. To support each other.


Through the years we have made many friends in our little shop and in the community. And have seen many other new parents, like myself, start businesses from the growth, changes and learning that came from having children.  Like Beansprouts, Bamboletta Dolls began in 2003 near Main street. Recently we received a special gift from Bamboletta - "Finn" our new baby that will be helping parents test baby carriers at Beansprouts. Even through all the little changes, I feel as though things have come full circle. It is a warm and comfortable feeling. The same feeling I always strive to achieve at Beansprouts. 

So to celebrate our 11th birthday it seems quite fitting that we share the warmth and love. We have created a survey that we would love for you to fill out. We would love to hear your thoughts on our shop and any ways in which we could improve to serve you and the community better. By filling out the survey you may enter to win the lovely Bamboletta doll shown above. His name is Arlo and he is waiting for you.

xo Beansprouts



Beansprouts 11th birthday review: kindly fill out the survey and then follow directions to enter the draw. CLICK THE LINK HERE TO FILL OUT THE SURVEY AND ENTER TO WIN "ARLO"


Thank you so much for your time. All survey answers are completely confidential and anonymous. Contest closes 6pm April 21, 2014 and winner will be contacted and announced April 22, 2014

Nostalgic designs by Miou Kids

Like most holidays, 
Easter reminds me 
of my grandmothers.
Backyard hunts, decorating eggs ( the old fashioned way when you blow out the egg through a little hole ) , 
baking cookies, colouring contests, decorating baskets, eating chocolate,
running from my uncle in the grass,
sun breaking through the clouds, 
cherry blossoms in the trees. Nolstalgic.

MIOU KIDS has created a new Spring cotton collection and these knits and crochets are most certainly nostalgic. Classic pieces in classic romantic colours.

The cardigans are the perfect spring layer to any outfit, the booties a perfect gift for a spring newborn and the bonnets are a must ! Certainly drop by Beansprouts to have a look, they are so gorgeous in person. We will be placing a new order again soon, so have a browse through their website and let us know if you want to add in any pieces that we may not have in stock.

Enjoy the cherry blossoms in the trees and the sunshine that seems to be blessing us this week.

http://www.mioukids.com/

Oh My !

I found this photo online tonight and it led me to a knitting website.

It felt strange to post someone else baby on my blog.

But how could I not share this photo.

It is absolutely beautiful, what a gorgeous precious moment.

If this doesn't make you want to have a baby, at least follow the link 

to the knitting blog and knit yourself up some of those adorable legwarmers !

xo

http://www.frenchpressknits.com/

Bottleblond Jewels, with love from Beansprouts

 i love finding that one new item that makes me want to jump for joy and i know right away that it's a quintessential "Beansprouts items" one of my favourites from 2013 is definitely the charming designs from Bottleblond Jewels. All of their pieces are hand made in California and thoughtfully put together. From the little clasp details to the packaging. Each piece is so special. I love the flowers that are hand poured using vintage molds, somehow it reminds me of my childhood.

Everyone's favourites seemed to be the numbered birthday necklaces and the bottle hair clips, so we have ordered a new shipment that will be here just in time for Valentines day and any special birthdays you may have coming up.

Come by Beansprouts near the end of the month and find your favourite. 

see you soon.
xo Beansprouts

http://www.bottleblond.com

WARMEST WISHES FOR YOU AND YOURS

WARM WISHES FOR THE HOLIDAYS

"THE HOLIDAYS ARE A TIME TO BE HOME AND WARM - IN HEART AS WELL AS BODY"

However you spend the holiday season, we wish you and your loved ones a special time and a joyous new year.
Thank you for helping to make ours so special.

xo your friends at Beansprouts

BOXING WEEK SALE  DECEMBER 27  -  30

SOPHIE CATALOU, WINTER WATER FACTORY, ZUTANO, MOLO,  MIOU KIDS : 20%- 50%

ALL CONSIGNMENT CLOTHING AND SHOES 50% OFF

AND A CLEARANCE TABLE OF AMAZING DEALS !!!

lemonade sale time !

When you see this window display it is time for . . .

50% OFF all consignment from Spring and Summer !

stock up on pieces you can layer for year round wear or

pick up some special pieces for next year.

also up to 50% OFF spring and summer fashion and gifts.

THE 10TH ANNUAL LEMONADE SALE IS ON NOW !

August 1 - 30

WHERE to shop ? Beansprouts !

WHERE DO WE SHOP ? BEANSPROUTS !

 WHERE magazine readers throughout the year, have

nominated their top picks for shopping experience.

And we are so pleased that Beansprouts has taken THE #2 SPOT !

The biggest chain of them all took the award,

so we feel like we have won on many levels !

Thank you to anyone who voted for our little store -

this keeps us motivated and very very grateful

to have such wonderful customers like you !

xo beansprouts

 

http://www.myvirtualpaper.com/doc/where-vancouver/where-vancouver-december-2012/2012112801/#8

Mama bear knitwear

The newest arrival at beansprouts :
Hand knit wool blend hats with cowl attached and little bear ears too.
Made with love in Vancouver and just waiting for a little one to put it on ( and keep it on :) one size fits most from one year and up.
$55

Angie heintz
For Beansprouts
( Travelling with my Palm Pre )
604.871.9782

Www.beansprouts.ca

Hazelwood is a winner !

Congratulations to Pur Noisetier - for being chosen a silver winner in the children's products catagory !

We love your hazelwood necklaces for teething babies, children with eczema and anyone who needs to balance the acidity in their body.

learn more at www.purnoisetier.com

Available at Beansprouts : children necklaces, adult necklaces, adult bracelets, creams and lotions

Celebrity Cuteness

if having your little ones dressed in the same outfits that 

the celebrities children are in makes you excited . . .

then we have you covered at Beansprouts.

Celebrity endorsement is a magical thing.

Somehow those cute little items just got cuter.

But really they are amazing items and that's why they are being chosen

 by all thoughtful parents.

 It means that those with money to buy whatever they want are 

also choosing quality items to dress their little ones in and eco friendly, ethical companies to support.

And this is a good thing.

Great minds think alike, congratulations to those amazing little companies

who are doing what they love and receiving support for their choices.

Shown above:

Miou Knitwear, Winter Water Factory, Gucio Shoes

ALL AVAILABLE AT BEANSPROUTS !

Fall crafting

Mamas are getting crafty and creative this time of year, and we love it ! Right now we have some beautiful locally made items at beansprouts : shirts with silkscreened pockets, wool sweaters, lucious blankets, aprons, soaps, artwork, books and now ( shown above ) a lovable barley filled hand to comfort your child when you try to slip your hand away as they sleep. We love moms that make our lives easier and more comforting with their creativity and knowledge and experiences ! Xo beansprouts.

Angie heintz
For Beansprouts
( Travelling with my Palm Pre )
604.871.9782

Www.beansprouts.ca

we will miss you

Today we got the news that our

neighbour at Luxmi's corner store

had passed away.

For the past nine years we have been borrowing tools

from each other, watching each other's shops, asking 

each other for change and well, being good neighbours.

When I think of him I will always remember his smile, his jokes 

and the tricks he would always play on us.

Estevan will miss his trips to get candies and freezies,

 ( maybe not how you would sneak up on him and make him jump. lol )

Kumar, I will always remember the advice you would give me

about family and how to raise a good boy.

Our days at Beansprouts will not be the same without you.

Rest in peace our friend.

NEED A HAIRCUT ?

There are new kids in town.
MAIN BARBERS !
3555 main street

604.558.3353
I have known these brothers since they were on Dunbar street,

before Estevan was born, so I have to put out the word for them

and with over 22 years experience you certainly want to stop by and see them.
No appointments necessary - even better !

pSSST.... i think they will be handing out coupons on Car Free Day !

PERFECT PINTEREST POST #3

I found this photo in pinterest.

10 years ago I found this same photo in a home renovation magazine

and decided that this would be the perfect way to decorate a

baby's room - boy or a girl.

I have to say it took a long long time to tape up the squares

and get them ready for painting. But once all the measuring was done,

and paint dried, the wall looked amazing ! 

What I did was make sure the white space was the same 

width as an Ikea floating shelf. What a perfect match.

So, don't be afraid, just make sure you have a really good

ruler, level and high quality painters tape.

happy painting !

we had such an amazing response from everyone

 and such a lovely time with the little artists on Spring Break

we have decided to make it a regular event

once a month we will be hosting painting at the studio

for all ages ( and mamas and papas too )

Beansprouts presents

Painting studio for little artists

April 28th : 10am, 12pm or 2pm

sign up now

click here for all of the information

PERFECT PINTEREST PROJECT #2

well, if this isn't the perfect thing to do
with a not so lovely side table !?

Get out your saw, your paint and some

odds and ends from storage

and make your child a play kitchen 

for very little $.

So , so clever, i love it !

PERFECT PINTEREST POST #1

I have always love typing in words into

Google image search, but now I have found a new love 

Pinterest !

It is perfect for me.

It is both visual and organized.

I now have collections of photos that

link to websites, forever saved into my

"things I would do if I had more time" file.

So I thought I should start to share them with someone.

Maybe one of you has time to create some of these amazing things.

See above - Perfect Pinterest Post #1

crib desk

 so clever.

However, I think it would also be great to turn the ends of the crib 

into chalkboards or corkboards or pegboards.

Something to make even better use of the space.

Let me know if you make one !