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Guest Curator: Small Magazine
Story by smallmagazine
Published on July 15, 2009 in Spotlight 		Photo by

Grant Cornett, featuring hat by twinklythings

Olivia Pintos-Lopez and Christine Visneau began Small Magazine together in 2006.  Small is a free online magazine featuring independent children's design with beautifully photographed fashion spreads, book reviews, commissioned artwork and smartly curated selections of clothing, toys and decor. They paired up and started Small as they dreamed of providing a quality publication to give exposure to independent designers and to collect, commission and curate work from their favorite small-scale makers and artists. Also be sure to check out Smaller, their web journal of ideas and inspiration.

Photograph by Steve Visneau, featuring spats by Soil and fairy crown by tamar.


Right from the beginning we have always featured many Etsy designers, artists, illustrators and products, so we spend a lot of time looking through all the amazing work on this site and hand picking items to feature in future issues. Here we have collected some of our favorite, affordable gift ideas for kids from the Etsy shops. Take a look...

 

vintage little red wagon

This vintage wagon is from minordetails. We love her blog and are totally inspired by her amazing eye. She is the expert in children's spaces. $18.

View Item | View Shop | See a Storque Post from minordetails

 

Retro Dot Crayon Holder-16 Crayons Included-Great Gift

Perfect for the budding little artist. Kate Williams was obviously inspired by the crayons for which she made this roll — what beautiful and colorful fabrics! By KateWDesigns, $14.

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New Paper Dolls

We commissioned theblackapple to illustrate a fashion editorial in the Winter issue of Small and think her paper dolls are a perfect gift for any little fashionista. $16.

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rag doll, audrey at the beach

We love to follow Audrey and her friends Oliver and Eleanor on their adventures, especially their photo booth antics. What a lucky birthday for any child to receive one of littlebigpants' handmade creations. $55.

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My Paper Plane

Whenever a child gets a gift of art rather than a toy, the parents are always so grateful — less clutter and it keeps forever. This Paper Plane print by belleandboo is timeless and perfect for any boy's room. $46.50.

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Home Sweet Home - printable 3D House Card, Envelope, Gift Tags, Favor

We love the idea of saving a few dollars while planning a birthday party. This printable PDF by GoMakeMe can be used for party invites, party favors and gift tags. Best of all, you can print out as many as you like. This is a great way for your child to help you prepare for the party while doing a fun DIY project together. $6.

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RAINY SUMMER DAYS. german vintage mikado pick up sticks game.

We are not sure what we like better — the actual game of pick-up-sticks or the beautiful packaging and instructions that come with it. myredboots always has the most amazing vintage children's items; you can never go wrong with gifting vintage! $7.50.

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Play Cape in Blue Flowers on White

Since kids naturally use our kitchen towels as capes you might as well give them beautifully handmade ones. girlnumbertwenty will even personalize it! $15.

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Photograph by Steve Visneau, featuring drawer pulls by fisforfrank, legwarmers by Soil, mittens and doll by cozyblue, burp cloths by bellaserababy, beaver plush by FantasticToys, robot scarf by syko, and owl cloth ball by AppleBlossomBaby.

 

valo

You will know who the birthday girl is in this bold and bright Marimekko print party dress! Classic and modern, mette gets it right with every design. $46.

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DOWNY DUCKLING, a vintage LADYBIRD Book, with full page color illustrations. To collect and display, or for your altered art.

Here at Small, we are constantly inspired by vintage children's book illustrations. Vintage books make excellent gifts and are way better than buying from a big retailer. From storyline, $5.

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Lego My Stego - Organic Cotton - Kid's Medium Navy T-shirt

For the dinosaur loving birthday boy. We love EarthCadets' quirky placement of this Stego! $18.

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Where I Left Off - Felt Birdie Bookmark

This beautiful felt bird bookmark by TheCupcakeGirls will keep your child's library books in perfect shape. No more dog-eared pages! $8.

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mini pennant banner

koosi has made a mini version of the usual fabric banners. Make any kid's room feel like a party every day! $9.

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SNIPPETS Scrapbooking Card Pendant Children DIY Collage Altered Art Kit Making Scrap Stash Fabric Bag

You can always make something out of leftovers! These fabric scrap squares from yoyocottage would be a perfect party activity. A little imagination and some glue sticks can equal hours of fun and beautiful art. $1.

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Photograph by Nick Prendergast, featuring wrap dress by faithworks4u and hair clip by MyBellaBows.

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July 15, 2009 at 4:33 p.m. VixVintage

What a sweet wonderful story.

July 15, 2009 at 4:40 p.m. lovelygifts

Great pictures and items!

July 15, 2009 at 4:42 p.m. mullishmuse

very smart collection!

July 15, 2009 at 4:45 p.m. yaelfran

wonderful taste!

July 15, 2009 at 4:54 p.m. TheRoyalDetails

This looks like a great publication, thanks for featuring it!

July 15, 2009 at 4:58 p.m. lilworkerb

Being a co-runner of a daycare, I can say that kids will absolutely love these items!

July 15, 2009 at 5:06 p.m. munieca

Lovely finds!

July 15, 2009 at 5:09 p.m. fleurfatale

wow, I just love your choices!

July 15, 2009 at 5:12 p.m. HibouCards

So many cute picks! I'm so glad to see a mikado game, I haven't played with one in so long... I think I'm going to look for it ;) That 3 D printable card too is awesome, I had already hearted a while ago.
thanks for sharing

July 15, 2009 at 5:13 p.m. zomoandbara

We love Small Magazine!
These are great picks for the kiddlets.

July 15, 2009 at 5:16 p.m. SunshineandRavioli

Great kid's finds! Love the felt birdie bookmark!

July 15, 2009 at 5:17 p.m. JulieMeyer

Such sweet picks - love the 3D card.

July 15, 2009 at 5:23 p.m. BeadinBabe

Oh wow, love all of these wonderful picks! The little girl in the wrap dress is adorable!! (love the glasses! lol)

July 15, 2009 at 5:24 p.m. ArtWhimsPaper

Great! Love this!

July 15, 2009 at 5:29 p.m. MademoiselleG

Love this collection! So much fun ^^

July 15, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. breadandroses

Big love to Small Magazine! Their blog is fantastic, too. Thanks so much for featuring one of my earlier designs in small.net.

July 15, 2009 at 5:31 p.m. breadandroses

Oops, that should be smallmagazine.net. It's the best!

July 15, 2009 at 5:35 p.m. mtraub

Small Magazine's spreads are just so delightful. That little girl in the vintage cat eye glasses is everything I hope my future child will be!

July 15, 2009 at 5:36 p.m. worksofwhimsy

Beautiful picks. What a thrill it would be to be featured in smallmagazine (hint, hint).

July 15, 2009 at 5:37 p.m. OhFaro

SWEET! Love the kids stuff on etsy and wish my kids were little again.

July 15, 2009 at 5:39 p.m. thegewgawexhibit

love the cover pic!

July 15, 2009 at 5:42 p.m. BeneathTheRowanTree

delightful! Thanks for introducing me to the magazine!

July 15, 2009 at 5:46 p.m. McHats

beautiful work!

July 15, 2009 at 5:46 p.m. flowerhead

Delightful and stylish at once. Thanks!

July 15, 2009 at 5:48 p.m. LUVICTOR

WOW -- what a great article !! It looks like soooooo much fun to work in this field filled with adventures & vibrant colors-- forever young -- trigger happy days ;)

July 15, 2009 at 5:54 p.m. alexkeller

what a great post! and the little girls is quite cute/funny!

July 15, 2009 at 5:55 p.m. BabbidgePatch

soo sweet and such fun items!

July 15, 2009 at 6:03 p.m. SewnNatural

love Small's photo spreads. very inspirational. and lovely picks!

July 15, 2009 at 6:12 p.m. SimpleJoysPaperie

Wonderful items for children! Makes me wish I had little ones again ~ almost!
Great article!

July 15, 2009 at 6:20 p.m. beautifulbridget

That little girl in the pink dress is just too cute! I love the look on her face!!

July 15, 2009 at 6:22 p.m. louloudo

Aw, so cute! If only they all came in BIG for big people!

July 15, 2009 at 6:42 p.m. beachhouseblues

Very fun!!!

July 15, 2009 at 6:45 p.m. cottonbirddesigns

Great article!

July 15, 2009 at 6:47 p.m. BayMoonDesign

I love those paper dolls and pick ups sticks. They bring back fond memories.

July 15, 2009 at 6:51 p.m. aimeesarmoire

So many cool picks... and I don't think I'm the target audience for Small, but I want this stuff, too!

July 15, 2009 at 6:52 p.m. KatHannah

exquisite taste - love, love the selections

July 15, 2009 at 6:58 p.m. Odannysgirl

Selections are fabulous!

July 15, 2009 at 6:58 p.m. girltuesdayjewelry

Beautiful items! Love the stegosaurus t shirt!

July 15, 2009 at 7:05 p.m. edgyapparel

very edgy kids

July 15, 2009 at 7:16 p.m. thebestvintage

LOVE the crayon holder!

July 15, 2009 at 7:23 p.m. AmericanBride

Just absolutely darling items for Kids Great Colors, Renee

July 15, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. bunnywithatoolbelt

I have been enjoying small mag for a while now and I don't even have kids! (Honestly, you don't have to have to be a kid to appreciate good, colorful, fun design.)

July 15, 2009 at 7:54 p.m. PipocaHandmade

Small magazine and smaller are wonderful...thank you for bringing wonderful design to our tiny citizens! Lovely feature and picks.

July 15, 2009 at 8:04 p.m. cronopia6

lovely!!

July 15, 2009 at 8:37 p.m. jenniferladd

Adorable finds! So many new shops to check out!

July 15, 2009 at 8:48 p.m. fieldofroses

Lovely and stylish magazine. Thank you for featuring one of my design in Winter 07 issue.

July 15, 2009 at 9:42 p.m. freelion

Wonderful--hip, stylish and cheeky, too! Loved the Crayon Holder!

July 15, 2009 at 10:22 p.m. recycledwares

really adorable children items - like them all!!

July 15, 2009 at 10:59 p.m. Tina669

Great! Love this!

July 15, 2009 at 11:06 p.m. igottknits

I just love the Valo dress! I'm so excited to have found Small Magazine. So inspiring, can't wait to see more!

July 15, 2009 at 11:11 p.m. sleepypillow

Lovely items... I want them for myself!

July 15, 2009 at 11:21 p.m. missrubysue

I was lucky to be featured in Small Magazine- they are wonderful to work with and deserve an applause for promoting artists on Etsy. It was a lot of fun to see my work in the Spring Edition!

July 16, 2009 at 2:04 a.m. steinschmuckdesign

Really cute,
I love your choices!

July 16, 2009 at 2:05 a.m. Xenotees

So many wonderful picks for the little ones here!
You might also like this lavender clay that also calms the nerves- ingenious!
---► http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

July 16, 2009 at 2:08 a.m. Xenotees

(not to say also too many times, oops!)

July 16, 2009 at 2:20 a.m. WildOliveKids

So cute. I love that magazine

July 16, 2009 at 2:21 a.m. amoronia

Great article!

July 16, 2009 at 3:50 a.m. MyGrandmasAttic

Such great pics.

July 16, 2009 at 4:24 a.m. evihan

soo much fun:-)

July 16, 2009 at 4:59 a.m. myredboots

thank you soo soo much for featuring me alongside these great picks! i'm honoured and tickled pink.

July 16, 2009 at 5 a.m. myredboots

also thanks HibouCards and BayMoonDesign for appreciating my item. bisous to you!

July 16, 2009 at 5:09 a.m. gretchenmist

very sweet finds :)

July 16, 2009 at 6:54 a.m. GoMakeMe

Wow, what a stunning collection! I am really honoured to be featured with so many gorgeous items.

July 16, 2009 at 7:26 a.m. bamboobaby

Wonderful blog from Small. I didn't know about it and now I do. Thanks!

July 16, 2009 at 7:49 a.m. cozyblue

i love Small! thanks for featuring them and their amazing work. they never disappoint :)

July 16, 2009 at 8:11 a.m. HandKnitHugs

Great article, super cute picks!

July 16, 2009 at 8:36 a.m. LilBlossoms

Love it!

July 16, 2009 at 9:05 a.m. capitalcitycrafts

lots of great items for kids here- how can one possibly choose?!!

July 16, 2009 at 9:18 a.m. pouch

aww, I remember ladybird books from my own childhood!

July 16, 2009 at 9:21 a.m. FlanneryCrane

How beautiful. I enjoyed reading about the online magazine as well.

July 16, 2009 at 9:24 a.m. monkeyandsquirrel

oh what beautiful picks. makes me excited to one day shop for my own kids. right now my nieces and nephew benefit from my etsy addiction!

July 16, 2009 at 9:46 a.m. ParadiseBodyShop

Oh man, I wish I had a crayon holder when I was a kid!

July 16, 2009 at 9:54 a.m. JezebelStationery

I am such a fan of Small and I'm now itching for a fierce match of pick up sticks.

July 16, 2009 at 10 a.m. RomeoandMae

Gorgeous picks! I love Small Magazine!

July 16, 2009 at 10:12 a.m. KateWDesigns

Thank you for featuring my crayon holder along with the amazing designs you picked for your articles. I am very honored! I love your magazine!

July 16, 2009 at 10:40 a.m. tldgrainwear

"Small" is a great mag! I love the little red wagon...so childish! Cheers!

July 16, 2009 at 10:43 a.m. littlemoandfriends

the rag doll is so cute!!!

You can also find paper dolls here:)
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

July 16, 2009 at 10:51 a.m. BizzieLizzie

Oh, this is sugary sweet! Thank heavens for little girls (and boys)! Love my sweet Princess! That Pop-Up card is incredible!

July 16, 2009 at 10:55 a.m. classicxheights

this magazine is pretty cool

July 16, 2009 at 11:05 a.m. babook

I WANT BE A KID : ) THEY ARE HAPPINESS !
Here my Etsy joying http://www.babook.etsy.com/ .

July 16, 2009 at 11:17 a.m. missbatch

I want that mette dress in my size! Great story.

July 16, 2009 at 11:58 a.m. jackandmandie

Don't forget the littlest ones and their blankets! (only in the most fashionable fabrics of course :)

July 16, 2009 at 1:18 p.m. kunklebaby

So many great items here! Love the house printable!

July 16, 2009 at 1:43 p.m. VintageinBohemia

Fabulous for the young uns.. and those of use young at heart

July 16, 2009 at 3:29 p.m. hasenpfeffer

wonderful!

July 16, 2009 at 5:51 p.m. bamdesigns

wow that is so great to see- i had never heard of small before but will be checking it out.

July 16, 2009 at 6:05 p.m. rctees

Gonna have to check out this "small" mag
Love all the picks but that little girl and her "hot" glasses, well, there just are no words......

July 16, 2009 at 7:44 p.m. kidacollective

Great article, cool magazine and gorgeous picks.

July 16, 2009 at 7:46 p.m. odiliafu

Very cute! Love the BlackApple paper doll.

July 16, 2009 at 9:42 p.m. KnitSewCute

Love it! Love it! Love it! Awesome items!

July 16, 2009 at 11:02 p.m. pogoshop

These are all fabulous! I especially love the vintage items... Downy Duckling and the pick-up-sticks. You can't beat a great game of pick-up-sticks.

July 17, 2009 at 2:18 a.m. voleurdebijoux

oh....so precious! i love all of it. :)

July 17, 2009 at 2:29 a.m. MamaKs

sweet sweet things... this is the first i've heard of small, but not the last, i'm sure!

July 17, 2009 at 9:22 a.m. IcingOnTheCupcake

Thank you for introducing us to Small Magazine! Great selections!

July 17, 2009 at 10:05 a.m. PawPawsWorkshop

Great article

July 17, 2009 at 11:24 a.m. 1AEON

love the little ones..

July 17, 2009 at 12:09 p.m. Radness

Wonderful picks!

July 17, 2009 at 7:03 p.m. freerangebaby

All these images really make me smile! I love small magazine I get super excited to see the new arrivals in my inbox!

July 18, 2009 at 2:24 a.m. cosmicsurflove

vintage wagon is soo cute! i want one for my son :)

July 18, 2009 at 11:36 a.m. nativevermont

I love the crayon holder!

July 18, 2009 at 12:36 p.m. littlebigpants

thanks christine and olivia- i'm in such talented company!
Terra

July 20, 2009 at 8:29 a.m. thetrendytot

Love, love Small mag!

July 20, 2009 at 9:16 a.m. faithworks4u

I love Small Magazine..Its always a pleasure to work with them. Thanks for including my dress!

July 20, 2009 at 11:33 a.m. kmwatkins

Very cool and sweet.

July 20, 2009 at 1:54 p.m. frogsandflowers

What great finds!!

July 20, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. MooBeeTees

Beautiful finds!
Could I be so bold to add:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

July 20, 2009 at 9:07 p.m. mette

i love small magazine! what a great collection - thank you for including my little valo dress!

July 21, 2009 at 12:21 p.m. mrsdeane

SO many of my favorites all in one place :O) I love it!

July 21, 2009 at 8:05 p.m. pearlandpirate

I love your magazine so it isn't surprising that I love your Etsy finds too.

July 22, 2009 at 8:10 a.m. harvestmoonbyhand

What a fun selection of items!

July 22, 2009 at 11:55 a.m. OwlandMouse

So cute! I love this magazine!

July 22, 2009 at 12:12 p.m. ChloesRuffleButt

How delightful!

July 24, 2009 at 2:28 a.m. LittleWhiteDresser

I LOVE IT - CUTE CUTE CUTE :)

July 26, 2009 at 11:36 a.m. FunkyWunder

Wonderful Stuff!

July 28, 2009 at 10:32 a.m. PrettyFaces

Cool Magazine!! I just subscribed. As a mom of 4 girls and artist, I appreciate and support the handmade movement!!

If you are interested in silhouette art, you can find my work at . . . www.prettyfaces.etsy.com

Aug. 28, 2009 at 11:08 a.m. adriwichert

nice!

Aug. 29, 2009 at 3:34 a.m. wildcubs

Cute stuff!

Sept. 1, 2009 at 12:33 a.m. trafalgarssquare

i love the dolls!

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