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Welcome to Kidstock!
It's May and we are so happy that spring is really here. . . sort of. We are hanging more shorts and fewer sweaters, and not taking ANY raincoats off the racks. We have plenty of fleece and light jackets in the store, which are right next to the bathing suits. We promise that you are not the only parent purchasing long sleeves and shorts at the same time.
We've had a lot of new friends sign up for our newsletter this month, so if this is your first time reading, welcome!
Happy May, everyone! We look forward to seeing you soon. |
Reminders
* We are currently accepting drop-offs of all types. Please remember that during July and August we will not be accepting clothing (but we will take toys and small furniture). We use this time to reorganize our existing backlogged inventory. Even though we use the summer months to organize, we also hang new items from our backstock every day, so you will always find something interesting when you come in.
When dropping off, you do not need to worry about whether the clothing is seasonally appropriate or not. Please do worry, however, about the clothing being clean,not ripped or stained, and games and toys being complete and working. If you would not buy it in its current condition, neither will we.
Please do not overstuff your bags/bins! Overstuffed bags often tear, and clothing can get dirty, stained, or lost. Bags with carefully folded clothing get more store credit than overstuffed bags with carelessly treated items.
* Shopping tip: If you are shopping without your kids, bring clothing with you that currently fits them. That way you can compare length and width with more confidence.
* Patootie Cakes are available in the store. You can grab and go with these already wrapped diaper cakes -- perfect for a new baby hospital visit or as a shower gift. These come from an outside vendor, so store credit may not be used for your purchase. To view a picture, go to www.patootiecakes.com. You can specialty order from the site and pick up at Kidstock to avoid shipping and handling charges.
* We want to wish all our customers a very Happy Mother's Day (Sunday, May 11)!
* Kidstock will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. |
"Pick Pico" Returns Sunday, June 1, 2014
Sponsored by the Westside Neighborhood Council, "Pick Pico" is a fun family event that highlights all the great local businesses along Pico Boulevard. While we all turn to big box stores and internet shopping for convenience, if you like the idea of keeping mom-and-pop, brick and mortar stores in your neighborhood, please come out to support those businesses on Sunday, June 1. This year each participating vendor will have a table or booth in the Chase parking lot on the corner of Overland and Pico. There will be food, entertainment, and tons of stuff for kids to do. Please stop by the Kidstock table and say hi!
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Yo' Mama!
We love our mom customers! (And our dad customers and our aunt and uncle customers and our grandma/grandpa/godparent customers -- you get the idea.) In honor of Mom's Day, get 20% off any one item this month. In order to use this coupon, you must be a mom, have a mom, or know a mom. Happy Mother's Day!
No need to print this coupon. Just mention verbal code "Mom coupon" at checkout to get your discount. One discount per family per day, please. Coupons may not be combined. Coupon valid May 10-31, 2014.
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Book Nook Look
Take a look in our book nook and you can see our problem -- we have a lot of books! Choose any book and get any additional book for 20% off.
No need to print this coupon. Just mention at checkout that you want the "Book Deal" and we'll be happy to ring it up this way. Please tell us BEFORE we start ringing you up or we will have to begin the transaction again. Highest priced item will be charged first and every book after will be 20% off, Coupons may not be combined. Coupon valid May 10-31, 2014.
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As always, we are grateful for your kind comments and friend/family referrals. Your word of mouth is our best tool for getting the word out about Kidstock. We are always open to your comments and constructive criticism, so please let us know what you are thinking. Have a great month!
Sincerely,
Melna and Leslie
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The Water Blob
Ingredients
1 sheet of plastic painters drop sheet, preferably clear and at least 3.5 to 4mm thick. Any size will work, but 10' x 25' will get you a big ol' blob
Iron
parchment paper
duct tape
water
Directions
You need to seal up the sides of your blob so it will hold water. To do this, spread out the plastic sheeting and then fold it in half. You should have three open sides to seal up. Starting at one corner, fold the parchment paper in half so that it is completely over the plastic sheeting. (If the iron touches the plastic, it will melt and then you just have a big mess!)
The iron should be on the highest setting. You want to seal 2-4 inches up the sides of the plastic sheeting. Plastic will be hot from the iron after sealing it, so use caution! Make sure to leave a 1-2 inch hole at one corner for the hose to be inserted for filling.
Once you have a sealed blob, position it OUTSIDE in an appropriate location. Once you fill it with water, you won't be able to move it. Insert the hose and keep an eye on the blob to ensure there are no leaks. If there are, use duct tape to seal.
When your blob is filled, remove the hose and seal with duct tape. You can lay on it, jump on it, and generally enjoy the "water bed" nature of it.
For younger infants/toddlers, a much smaller version of this filled with interesting shapes (leaves, small toys, food coloring) is a fun manipulative toy. As always with plastic and kids (and hot irons!), use caution and lots of supervision.
Adapted from Water Blob
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