Modern, whimsical artwork for kids - new this week at Stork

Stork has a new addition to our line up; introducing Melanie Bailey Creations modern, funky original artwork - classic subjects portrayed with a contemporary edge. At our introductory price, these custom paintings are a steal- give them as a gift or start your child’s original art collection. They look great in groupings and at this price, they are affordable enough to buy multiples… You will not find them at a lower price on or offline! I’m already making plans to order some for my son and my new baby to be!

Funky Farm FUNKY FARM - Custom Paintings for Babies and KidsFunky Farm is a fun collection of baby-inspired farm animals on brightly coloured 12 X 12 canvases. This collection contrasts a traditional subject with a modern design. They are all hand-painted originals; designed, sketched and painted by the artist. All paintings are made to order by selecting the farm animal and colour of your choice. The concept for Funky Farm began as a spin off to a previous series called Farm Décor which featured large animals in a similar style. Both series draw inspiration from contemporary interior design sources, as well as post-painterly abstraction and pop art.Funky Farm paintings have a playful simplicity about them that will brighten your child’s room and surely put a smile on your child’s face. Transform their space with a colourful canvas wall hanging. Choose from seven barnyard animal designs.“Each animal has it’s own personality to bring positive energy into your baby’s nursery. These dynamic paintings will certainly create a fun atmosphere and compliment your home décor with a modern edge.” Safari Series Go wild with these exotic animal designs available in your choice of animal and colour. Personalize your canvas with a child’s name at no extra charge! Order your canvas and the artist will paint in your child’s name at no extra charge. A grouping of 3 paintings with a first, middle and last name on each would be just adorable! As the only online Canadian retailer to carry this modern, whimsical artwork, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Kids and the Risks of Reversing Cars

I was watching the Today Show last week and was really struck by a piece on the number of kids (usually toddlers) who are injured and/or killed each year as a result of reversing cars with terrible blind spots.  This is particularly a problem with SUVs (which so many of us parents drive). 

 I’ve included the link to the Today Show site and there you can actually watch the video clip of the piece Meredith did.

 If you don’t have time to watch it, here are some suggestions to reduce the risk:

1.  Walk 360 degrees around your car before getting in and driving away.

2.  Reverse into your driveway or garage.

3.  Purchase one of the safety devices on the market (cameras, sensors) which help you identify what’s behind  your rear bumper…. the Today Show piece had a number of options at various price points.