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First Birthday Party - Baby's Birthday Party Invitation Idea

2009-07-10T06:59:00.006-05:00

We have started a family tradition to throw a big party for our children's first birthday. When my youngest daughter turned 1, I had a sneaky suspicion that the abundance of attention given to the 'first birthday girl' could create some sibling envy for my oldest daughter, who was 5 years old.

In order to avoid the anticipated sibling rivalry to rear its ugly head, I elected to thrust the 'big sister' into the role of throwing the best birthday party for her little sister. Her main responsibility was to design the birthday invitations. Together, we decided that the theme of the invitations would be 'Why I Love my Baby Sister.' Big sister had a blast brainstorming all of the reasons why she truly loved her little sister (some were touching, some funny and a few that were amusing). She then colored a picture to be used for the invitation.

I used our printer to make copies of her picture and the poem, so the invitations cost only pennies each to make. Here is the list:

I love my sister because:
she loves me
I get to feel her in my heart
I get to see her all the time
sometimes I get to have stuff without her
I have a real good time with her
she’s a real good little sister
she always wants me to play with her & I want to too
she laughs real funny and real loud and it’s so cute
she takes naps alot
we love each other

Sophias Style girl's clothing store offers a huges selection of birthday dresses, birthday shirts, party hats and more, all perfect for those cherished moments to be remembered forever!

What are your ideas for birthday invitations? We would love to hear!

Also, please share your birthday photos (featuring your birthday girl in Sophias Style clothes) on our Facebook page, and get a chance to win a $50 gift certificate.

Summer Fashion With Sophias Style Boutique and Sun Protection

2009-07-08T13:25:00.012-05:00

Summer Outfits by Le Top

Summer is half over and we don’t just want you to look good by visiting Sophias Style Childrens Clothing Store but it’s also important to protect your skin and eyes from sun damage. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), recommends to try and avoid sunbathing. Wearing a hat and sunglasses are both important forms of protection.

Sunscreen

The higher the SPF is, the greater the sun protection is. It is recommended by the AAD to reapply sunscreen every two hours and not to use a lotion lower than SPF 15 for adults.

Sunglasses

Bonus! Look cool and keep your peepers from too much sun exposure. Sunglasses are not only fashionable but they help protect your eyes from sun damage. The sun can cause those crow’s feet we dread but it can also damage your vision.

Hats

A wide brimmed hat is another way to help add protection. If you can’t avoid the sun create shade for your face and shoulders.

For more information on sun protection and safety for your little girl or boy please visit the American Academy of Dermatology link below.

http://www.aad.org/public/publications/pamphlets/sun_sunprotection.html

Facebook Photo Contest | Sophias Style Childrens Clothing Store

2009-07-01T11:12:00.008-05:00

Become A Facebook Fan of Sophia's Style Boutique

Facebook is such a growing means of communication now-a-days! SophiasStyle Childrens Clothing Store has a new Facebook page. By becoming a Facebook Fan, you'll receive free standard US shipping!

We're also running a contest now through August 1st. Submit your favorite photo of your little one in something from Sophia's Style. We'll draw the winning picture on Monday August 3rd and the winner will receive a $50 gift certificate towards purchases made on our website.

Fire up those cameras and post those adorable pictures to our Facebook page. We are looking forward to "seeing" your little cuties in our clothes!

Boys And Girls School Uniforms Are Here | Sophias Childrens Clothing Store

2009-06-23T14:17:00.006-05:00

Shop for Boys & Girls School Uniforms At Sophias Style Childrens Clothing Store

We at Sophias Style Childrens Clothing Store have a big announcement! We now carry boys and girls school uniforms. We have just what you need to start stocking up and gearing up for back to school. Not only do we now carry school uniform basics such as pants, shirts and jumpers we are now carrying a wide selection of backpacks.

Check out Sophias Style Childrens Clothing Store for all of your back to school shopping. We're here to help get you through this busy time of year.

Hot Or Not, It's Time to Think "Coats!" | Sophias Style Boutique

2009-06-18T12:43:00.013-05:00

Shop For Girls Winter Coats At Sophia's Style Boutique

One of the name brands that Sophias Style Children’s Clothing Store sells is Rothschild. Rothschild has been around for more than 125 years and is of great quality and known for their signature styles. Rothschild coats have been worn by a president’s grand-daughter at his inauguration, Violet, daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner and everyone in between.

When looking for the perfect little girls coat for back to school, visit Sophias Style Children's Clothing Store.

We just started summer and mostly likely don’t want to think about winter coats but now is the best time to browse Sophias Style Children’s Clothing Store before fall is upon us once again.
Here are a couple tips to keep in mind when shopping for winter coats.

Buy a size larger for kids
As you know little girls grow at a faster past than adults. A good quality winter coat should last at least 2 seasons for children.

Properly store coats

It’s not recommended to leave the plastic bag on the coat. Instead hang it in your closet or in an air tight plastic bin with cedar balls to fight against moth holes.

Have another tip or hint? Share your story with us. All you have to do is click here. I'd love to hear from you and we'll share your tips.

Finding That Girl's Christmas Dress Early at Sophias Style Boutique

2009-06-11T11:19:00.010-05:00

Shop For Christmas Dresses At Sophia's Style Boutique

It’s still warm outside and now is the perfect time to find your little girl’s Christmas dress. When looking for the perfect little girls outfit for your holiday get together, visit Sophias Style Children's Clothing Store.

Let’s face it; Christmas can be a hectic time for the adults. Shopping, baking, and organizing trips to visit loved ones over the holiday. But once the hustle and bustle is over, the real fun begins for the adults …watching the kids take it all in. The excitement of children during the Christmas holiday can be infectious. We can learn a lot from children and their innocence. It can almost make those shopping headaches seem like a distant memory…almost

Here are a few tips to make the holiday a little less stressful and to help keep you in the Christmas spirit.
Organization is key: Make a list of all the tasks ahead. Mark them as complete as you go because seeing your accomplishments can really put you at ease.
Finding that perfect little girls Christmas dress is hard, so shop at Sophia’s Style Boutique and check one more thing off your list.

I’ll be sharing more tips and hints in the months ahead. Have another tip or hint? Share your story with us. All you have to do is click here. I'd love to hear from you and we'll share your tips.

Back To School Clothes | Sophias Style Boutique

2009-06-05T08:00:00.005-05:00

Shop For Back To School At Sophia's Style Boutique

I know....summer just began. Here at Sophia's Style Boutique we're already gearing up for back to school. Here's some ideas to help you save when getting ready for back to school.

*Shop early. Most stores start selling their school supplies earlier and earlier. When notebooks or crayons are at the cheapest, buy a large quantity. I have a large tote set up in my basement with extra notebooks, pencils, etc. The thing I hate the most is in the middle of winter when my daughter comes to me and says she needs a notebook or colored pencils for a project and I have to go to the store to buy these items at full price.

*If your school has the option of electronic lunch accounts, start making deposits during the summer. By depositing $10 a week (price of a takeout pizza), you'll have quite the credit when your children start back to school.

*When the back to school staples come out, once again buy in bulk. Underwear, socks, plain t-shirts, etc. They will always wear them, and heck...less laundry for you!

*The main tip I have is to visit Sophia's Style Boutique and shop our back to school selection. We have boys and girls uniforms also.

By planning ahead, keeping an eye out for sales and being realistic on what you need..you can survive the back to school rush and your children will still look great!

Have another back to school tip, idea or story? All you have to do is click here. I'd love to hear from you and we'll share your tips.

Fourth of July Fun | Sophia's Style Boutique

2009-05-28T12:55:00.005-05:00

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It's that time of year. We're approaching the halfway mark of 2009 and the upcoming Independence Holiday. When looking for the perfect girls outfit for your summer get together, visit Sophias Style Children's Clothing Store.

Here are some tips to throw a fun and safe 4th of July party.

*Preparation - My tip for this is..LARGE trashcans with the extra large bags in there. If you have a couple of these handy, then cleanup will be a breeze. If your local regulations allow you to light off fireworks, make sure you have a large (5 gallon) bucket of water and another filled about halfway with sand. That will help in putting out sparklers or disposing of used fireworks. You'll need chairs but when you invite people, have them bring their own chairs. One less thing for you to drag out.
*Food - well, that's an easy one. Burgers and dogs on the BBQ is the standard. You can prepare in advance the toppings and have them sitting out for the people to grab. Chips are another staple of 4th of July fun. Dessert..now that's my favorite subject. You can easily just do watermelon or even some boxes of Popsicles. A always, make sure you tell people that they can bring items to lesson the load on you. Paper plates and plastic cups are the perfect utensils for this day. You can buy them in red, white and blue to help with the party theme.
*Invites - Just give everyone a holler. Tell the neighbors, your friends your family. Don't start the party too early, everyone will be exhausted by the time the big show starts.

When the time comes, sit back and enjoy our Nation's Independence. Make sure someone is keeping an eye on the kids (both large and small)!

Have another party tip or story? All you have to do is click here. I'd love to hear from you and we'll share your tips.

We here at Sophias Style Children's Clothing Store want to wish you and yours a safe and fun holiday.

Become a Fan! | Sophia's Style is on Facebook!

2009-05-20T13:09:00.002-05:00

Sophia's Style is going to Facebook!! Visit our facebook page and become a fan. We'll update our page with our various promotions, contests and other tidbits so you can get to know us and we can get to know you.

When you become a fan, you will get free standard USPS shipping! We want you to be part of our online community.

Rainy Day Fun | Sophia's Style Boutique Childrens Clothing Store

2009-05-19T14:02:00.011-05:00

Shop For Rainy Day Clothes at Sophia's Style Childrens Clothing Store

The old adage of "April showers bring May flowers" is so true. Unfortunately for some areas of the world, the rain never seems to end. All you parents out there know how hard a rainy day can be on the kids and parents alike. Add a toddler into the mix and you’ve got a very long day on your hands. Here are a few ways to make you rainy day fun for you and your toddler.
*Do hands on activities! Activities that include paint, rice, shaving cream, or flour may be a little messy, but are a TON of fun for the little ones! You can even make clean up game and have them help you.

*Help your toddler get on the phone and call grandparents. This is a great chance for you to get in a quick chat with the relatives and let your munchkin have some fun as well. And you know Ma and Pa are going to love it!

*Have a kitchen band concert. Wooden spoons can be used as microphones and drum sticks, pots and pans can be used as drums, and straws can be used as horns. Video tape your concert for a fun memory to relive later!

*Take a nature walk with umbrellas. Everything seems so different with the rain coming down. Ask your kids to tell you what they are experiencing with each of their fives senses. The kids will enjoy the fresh air and you’ll have a chance to get in a little exercise.

Remember that patience is the key. If you’re upset and restless your toddler will be too. Just relax and have fun! Enjoy the chance to make some new memories! While you're stuck inside, why not visit SophiasStyle Childrens Clothing Store to browse our full inventory. We have boutique fashion at discount prices. We've recently lowered our prices for girls spring clothes, so you can buy more and not feel guilty!

Have another rainy day tip or story? All you have to do is click here. I'd love to hear from you and we'll share your tips. Remember, we're in this together!

Sophia's Style Fit Tip | Bedtime Rituals | Sophia's Style Boutique

2009-05-15T09:27:00.011-05:00

Shop for Girls Sleepwear at Sophias Style

We all know how important a good night sleep is to adults. We can't function without one and then we use coffee and other caffeine products to get us through the day. Children are no different. They need a good night sleep. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine states that infants need 14-15 hours per day, toddlers 12-14 hours, preschoolers 11-13 hours and school-age children 10-11 hours per day. They state that some of the side affects of not enough sleep on elementary children are attention problems, dulled memory, hyperactive behavior and of course the meltdowns. Here are some hints to help you help THEM get the sleep they need.

Routines Rule! Your bedtime regimen may sometimes feel like the movie Groundhog Day, but all the repetition is worth it. Not only do nighttime rituals help children transition to a more relaxed bedtime mind-set, but allowing kids to know what to expect helps them feel in control. Create a routine that works best for your family, and even if it means starting an hour before bedtime, make sure you allow enough time for each task. These tasks can include doing a quick pickup of toys, warm bath, warm PJ's, brush teeth, story...etc. End each night on a positive note. For newborns to toddlers, you can create a routine similar to above. A warm bath, warm jammies, bottle and a little cuddling before putting to bed.

There are definite NO-NO's. Habits that need to be broken, that may be wrecking their sleep. Make sure that the child does not watch TV, play video games or use computer at least 30 minutes before bed. For newborns to toddlers, this could be no "running through the house" or giggle play. Just a wind down, maybe some soft music playing, story time or more cuddling (can't get enough of that).

Using some of these hints will help you help your child to a calm and cozy bedtime. Visit SophiasStyle.com Children's Clothing Store to browse our inventory of girls pajamas. Our selection is great and our prices are discounted.

Have a bedtime hint or tip or story? All you have to do is click here. I'd love to hear from you and we'll share your tips. Remember, we're in this together!

School's Out Party | Sophia's Style Boutique Children's Clothing Store

2009-05-11T14:11:00.016-05:00

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That old song "School's Out for Summer" will be playing on many radio stations soon. Why not plan a party for your kids around that theme? It's pretty easy to do and will be a great kickoff for summer vacation.

Have your kids tell their friends that they're invited and for them to wear outside play clothes. Set up tables or blankets outside in the grass. If you could find the cute plaid blankets, it would add to that picnic theme.

Food - make it simple...burger and hot dogs on the grill, potato chips and bottled water. For dessert, you can find watermelon a good choice or maybe Popsicles. Cheap and easy. Make sure you load up on napkins and wet wipes and pull that big trashcan out for all the trash.

Games - pull out a couple of play balls..start up a soccer or volleyball game. Get out the Frisbee (if you can get it away from the dog) and have an area for that. The weather will probably not be warm enough for water balloons or squirt guns, but if it is...go for it!

Make sure you have the camera handy and get some fun candid pictures. Your children will love them, as alot of the times children are out of pocket during the summer due to daycare, vacations, etc.

Since you're in the kick-off-summer mood, visit SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store. You can shop our designer deals for summer at discount prices. Pick out that perfect swimsuit or fun pair of sandals. Maybe even start shopping for back to school (but don't tell the kids you're doing that already!).

Have fun planning your party. As always, make sure to share your tips, hints and stories with me. All you have to do is click here. I'd love to hear from you!

Sophia's Style Girls Clothing Store | Fit Tip

2009-05-07T13:56:00.006-05:00

Jen

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Summer is coming pretty fast! When we think of summer, we think of a cold glass of lemonade. Our fit tip this week is to help your child make the transition to a healthy summer by switching from sugary sodas or powdered drink mixes to good old fashioned water. Water makes up about 80% of the brain and is an essential element in neurological transmissions. Poor hydration adversely affects a child's mental performance and learning ability. This is an easy fix...grab some reusable water containers at your nearest discount store. Wash them up and have a special cabinet for them. Easy for you or the kids to grab, fill with ice and cold water. You can even pre-fill them with water and store them in the fridge. Much cheaper than buying cases of bottled water. Grab and go!

When you drink is also important. If you're going to sports practice, a game, or just working out or playing hard, drink water before, during, and after playing. Don't forget your water bottle. You can't play your best when you're thinking about how thirsty you are!

With summer coming, it's time to visit SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store for the latest in girls summer clothes. You can find the cutest girls swimwear at discount prices.

We've made the choice in my family to cut out sodas and only drink water and milk. I'll keep you updated on our process. Share your stories, tips and questions by Clicking here.

Finding The Perfect First Birthday Dress | Sophia's Style Boutique.com

2009-05-04T14:30:00.003-05:00

Birthdays are a special occasion. Whether it's your first or 50th, you always want this to be the year that no one forgets. For your little girl, dressing her in the perfect birthday dress makes that day that much more memorable. We at SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store know how important this is, and we pride ourselves on having a great selection of birthday outfits to make that day be the one that you'll remember for always.

You may want to pick out a birthday dress, outfit or just a birthday hat, make sure to visit SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store. Our selection is great and the prices can't be beat. You can even have your dress or outfit personalized, making this a keepsake for you and your little one. Our representatives are here to help with your selection and they're available to answer any questions you might have.

Click here to tell us your thoughts or share your birthday experiences.

Birthday Cake Ideas | Sophia's Style Boutique

2009-04-29T11:11:00.004-05:00

Shop For That Perfect Birthday Outfit at Sophia's Style Boutique

One of the most important parts of any party is the FOOD!! Unfortunately, it's also one of the most stressful aspects of party planning. We at SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store put our collective heads together to come up with some time and money saving ideas for party planning. The one that stuck out the most was the cake!

Why go to the time, labor and expense of a large cake that will take time to cut and serve. Bake a large batch of cupcakes. You can do chocolate, white, marble and even carrot flavored. You can use fun printed cupcake liners, basic paper or foil liners. Then mix up a large batch of frosting (you know the drill - powdered sugar, vanilla and milk). Divide up the frosting into multiple smaller containers. Then, pick out the colors and start tinting. You can frost the cupcakes in rainbow colors or just a couple of colors. Add some sprinkles, jimmies or a piece of candy (watch the choking hazard). Make sure to make enough for the kids to eat there, and maybe take one home to a brother or sister who did not join them. Do not forget the special birthday person! Make their cupcake extra special and with room for the candle!

If you have a cake tier, you can tier the cupcakes up like shown above. Makes quite the presentation.

Remember to visit SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store to find the perfect girls birthday dress or outfit.

Have a great party planning idea? Want to share your stories, hints or tips? Click here to share with us your ideas. We'd love to hear from you!

Sophias Style | Free Activities for Children

2009-04-22T14:19:00.006-05:00

Mandy

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It is no secret that children need constant stimulation.... it seems that children's now a days are on the go and are looking for activities that can consume their attention. Although I have no children of my own I have experienced first hand through friends and family how costly these activities can become. From dance , to football, and even TaeKwonDo the dollar signs add up.

If you are looking for free activities for children visit creativekidsathome.com . You can enter their activity library and explore different options that will work best for you and your child. They have everything from arts and crafts to learning about static electricity and sound! It a great way to save a buck and still entertain the little ones.

Also if you are looking to save even more with today's struggling economy.... head into to Sophias Style Girls Clothing Boutique. With hundreds of girls summer clothes you will not only save, but you will be ready for the season in hot name brand styles.

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Birthday Party Planning | Girls Birthday Dreses at Sophia's Style Boutique

2009-04-20T13:18:00.013-05:00

Jen

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Plan the perfect Bubbles and Balloon birthday party. It's very easy and inexpensive to do.

Step 1-is to visit SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store to pick out the perfect birthday dress!

Step 2 - Invitation: Inflate a balloon, but don't knot it. Write party details on the surface with a soft-tipped permanent marker, then carefully deflate. Your little guest's parent must blow up the balloon to read the invitation.

Step 3 - Set the Scene: Give balloons a little flair by attaching simple crepe-paper circles and stripes with double-stick tape. It's easy to make dots and fun shapes using paper punches.

Step 4 - Crafts & Activities: Premix bubble soap by combining 2/3 cup dish washing soap, 1 gallon water, and 2 or 3 tablespoons of glycerin. Let the kids loose to blow bubbles in the backyard and have a contest for the biggest, the fastest flyer, and the longest-lived.

Step 5 - Cake (isn't this the most important part??) Create a tower of glazed doughnut holes. Pipe colored icing in between carefully stacked layers as the tower's "glue." Add dots of icing to the top and finish with a dash of sprinkles.

Step 6 - Party favor - the kids will not want to leave the party without their very own balloon. Attach a jar of bubbles to the string and add a round name tag.

Remember to visit SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store to find the perfect girls birthday dress or outfit.

Have a great party planning idea? Want to share your stories, hints or tips? Click here to share with us your ideas. We'd love to hear from you!

Sophias Style | A Day At The Beach

2009-04-15T15:12:00.013-05:00

Mandy

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If you are looking for something fun and inexpensive to do this spring and summer, spend a day at the beach with the good ole fam! The activities can be endless if you can tap into your creative side. For example you could pretend that you are on an vacation in Hawaii and all of the "vacationers" would have to wear their leis and drink from their coconut water bottles( you can find these items at any party store) for the day. Play Hawaiian music and eat foods that would compliment that of being on an far away Island. Have fun with your resources, your children will not only remember things like this, but you may feel it to be therapeutic for you as well.

For beach attire visit Sophias Style Boutique today. Girls swimwear and girls spring clothes are on sale and going fast. Click here to leave your own "beach ideas"or tell us your thoughts.

It's a Tea Party | Girls Special Occasion Dresses at Sophia's Style Boutique

2009-04-13T09:54:00.012-05:00

Patricia

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I'm always struggling for fun party ideas for my granddaughter. I want to make it special when they are staying with me. I thought why not do a tea party! But, everyone knows Grandma Patty doesn't do things halfway. I sent out formal invites to my granddaughters and my great niece. I gave them plenty of notice and let them know I will be providing them attire for the event.

I shopped at SophiasStyle.com girls clothing store and found the perfect little girls special occasion dresses for the event. They had the style I was looking for and the price was perfect. I purchased each girl's dress and they were able to take them home as a memento.

For the menu-easy. I made little finger sandwiches, but not of cucumber and watercress, but of peanut butter. I also offered small butter cookies. The tea was apple juice. I found a cute tea set at a local thrift store. I set up their small craft table with a lovely tablecloth and some flowers that I got from the grocery store.

We turned off the phone and turned on some of my classical music. The girls were sat at the table and we had discussions about the weather, what we'd like to do this summer, etc. The conversation did get giggly and silly at times, but it was good quality time together. We all had to use our best table manners during this tea. That included napkins folded across the lap, elbows off the table and of course our "please" and "thank you".

At the end of the tea, I had grandpa come in and take a picture of me and the girls together. I then told them that they could keep those dresses, as long as they promised that they would carry on this tradition with their daughters and granddaughters. I plan on making copies of this picture and framing it for my daughter and my niece.

What a wonderful experience. I was so glad that I did that, and it just might become a yearly event. This tea party idea is easy to pull off. Just remember that Sophia'sStyle.com girls clothing store has a wide selection of girls special occasion dresses and accessories to go with those dresses. Make it special, make it memorable...but still make it easy on yourself.

Have a great party planning idea? Want to share your stories, hints or tips? Click here to share with us your ideas. We'd love to hear from you!

Sophias Style Girls Clothing Store | Sophias Style Fit Tip

2009-04-09T15:11:00.007-05:00

Mandy

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Sophias Style Fit Tip- A great way to help your children learn healthy eating habits is to join them while they eat. A perfect time for these healthy eating lessons would be at dinner. You can have them count the amount of fruits and vegetables they consumed during the day, go one step further and educate them on the basic health advantages of each item. For example a tomato contains lycopene , which is proven to help fight cancer,or certain kinds of melons like cantaloupe and honeydew are good for your skin and help prevent wrinkles.

After your children have learned some good ole fashion "healthy knowledge" reward them. You may want to order your daughter some new girls spring clothes, or give your son the newest video game. Try it out and let us know what you think, or leave your own ideas by clicking here for introducing healthy eating habits to your kids.

Sophias Style | Our Story on The News

2009-04-09T13:46:00.010-05:00

Mandy

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Sophias Style boutique is pleased to let all of our valued customers know the history of our company! We recently had the pleasure of having our local news channel showcase a story on us.

KETV7 in Omaha takes you inside Sophias Style Boutique . You will get to see the early stages of our growth and development. We are talking about boxes and boxes of girls clothing stacked high in the owners very own living room. Also learn about our first sale, and find out more about the fabulous lady that started SophiasStyle.com

Be apart of our excitement and share your thoughts or comments about SophiasStyle.com by Clicking here.

Sophias Style | The Art Of Jewelry Making

2009-04-08T10:25:00.004-05:00

Mandy

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You have the perfect outfit, great shoes, the only thing missing is that one extra piece that will make her feel special. Let her make her own necklace or bracelet to go with her outfit from Sophias Style Boutique!

Grab a piece of yarn and let her thread dry pasta onto the yarn. After she has completed the first step, pull out the washable markers and let her go. She can choose colors that match her new spring girl clothes, or match a particular outfit.

Simple and fun, she will feel like a princess and you wont have to spend a dime.

It's Prom Time! | Special Occasion Dresses for Girl's Prom at Sophia's Style Boutique

2009-04-06T13:51:00.033-05:00

Jen

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It's Prom time again! The dresses, the corsage, the shoes...the hair! All of the fun glamorous things that make up the perfect prom outfit. Alot of the times the little girls feel left out. They see their big sisters or cousins getting all "dolled up" for prom and then they go off to their rooms to make up their own perfect prom night. Why not throw a junior prom night at your very own "junior-junior" prom at your house. Planning would be simple, but make sure to start early! You want to make sure you give parents about 3 weeks notice so they can have the perfect outfit picked out. SophiasStyle.com has the perfect little girls dresses for this occasion. The bonus is that you can re-purpose these for Easter, weddings, family functions, etc.

Invitations - simple print out on the computer. Give the nudge to some of the Dads or big brothers to be their "dates". Have the event be just 2 hrs or so. Enough to play a few songs, have some hors d'oeuvres and take pictures. Remind parents to bring their cameras so they can capture all of the smiles and moments from their first big dance. A great idea would be to ask the parents to bring in a picture from their high school prom. What a great conversation starter for the parents to remember "when".

Music - easy! Download some music onto your computer and play it. Of course, make sure that there is a couple of Jonas Brothers or High School Musical songs on there. Nothing too loud or hard for them to understand.

Decorations - make it cheesy! Crepe paper, balloons. If you can find a disco ball to hook up that would be great. Make sure to have an area set up for picture taking. Offer to take the pictures with your digital camera and send copies to the parents. Make sure to get a picture of each girl and their "date". A group picture would also be fun.

Snacks - punch, cookies..simple, easy and a crowd pleaser. Make sure that you have plenty of napkins and that it's not a dark red punch.

You can make it a fun way to bring in spring and celebrate those special occasions with your little girl and her friends. Remember, SophiasStyle.com girls clothing store has a large selection of little girls dresses. We have everything from formal dresses, accessories, shoes...everything you need to make this "prom" special for your little girl.

Have a great party planning idea? Want to share your stories, hints or tips? Click here to share with us your ideas. We'd love to hear from you!

Sophias Style | Fun Workshops for Children

2009-04-01T15:05:00.005-05:00

Mandy

My girlfriend Jen is always looking for new and different activities for her children to participate in. She seems to be at the zoo, and the park more than any other person I know. As we were talking about her recent home remodel she had mentioned that the local home improvement stores offer fun workshops for children. They are geared toward young kids that enjoy arts and crafts. Most of these workshops require some sort of a sign up fee, but may be worth it in the long run. Check out Home Depot, Lowes, ect... if you are looking for something different for your children.

If you are looking for a workshop do do with your children in the comfort of your home SophiasStyle.com has some great ideas.

1. Purchase an item from Sophias Style basics line. ( Tank top, or Tee that has minimal design or pattern)

2. Buy either fabric paint and or rhinestones

3. Let your children become the artist by letting them glue, glitter, and glam up their very own top from SophiasStyle.com

We would like to hear from you, leave us a comment and tell us your ideas too!

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Living Green with Your Kids | Don’t Just Stand There, Plant a Tree | Sophias Style | Louis Robinson

2009-03-27T14:30:00.004-05:00

It is a pretty common school of thought that habits taught to your children when young, will translate into habits they practice when older. If we do our part to conserve the earth now with strong teachings of green living, we can knock out two goals at once, and I’m going to tell you how.

The first objective is to teach our kids strong conservation practices. Maybe you can start with something that will enrich the earth and your child’s mind. Get outside and plant a tree! Nebraska is the home of Arbor Day and we are all about increasing the amount of trees. Head to your local nursery and pick up a small tree that you and your children can plant together. Not only will you be doing something inventive and fun with your children, you will be doing your part to conserve the environment.

Other great outdoor activities range from the obvious sports and games, to some other not so obvious activities like nature camps and fun science projects. With spring finally here, you could start a leaf hunting project. Collect different types of leaves out at whatever local forests you can, and have them organize and identify them all.

The secondary goal of all this is to get kids up and more active. By providing them with fun and nature oriented activities, you are encouraging your children to get outside and be active! With the growing amount of overweight kids, it is more important now than ever before to encourage active healthy lifestyles!

Get online at www.SophiasStyle.com and check out all of our new girls spring clothes. Find new girls spring outfits and all just in time to send your kids outside in the sun!