Cheeky Little Soles Blog

What's Happening?

2011-11-10T12:03:00.002+11:00

For all our latest news pop over to our facebook page.

http://www.facebook.com/CheekyLittleSoles and like us!

See you there!

We are a KFR Nominee!

2011-08-09T21:31:00.005+10:00

We are so pleased to announce that Cheeky Little Soles have once again been nominated for the Kids Fashion Review Style Awards 2011 for Best Baby & Toddler Footwear Brand! We were lucky enough to win last year, hoping we can take it out again this year!

Voting poll opens from the 15 August - 28 August, by voting you can win over $7000 worth of prizes. Be sure to pop over, join the site AND VOTE FOR US!

Click here for further information.

As seen in...

2011-07-15T16:34:00.011+10:00

Cheeky Little Soles has once again been lucky enough to be featured in these fantastic magazines all out now.

As worn by Royalty!

2011-06-23T20:38:00.005+10:00

I have a secret I have been dying to share and now I can finally let it out!!!!

Guess what the royal Danish twins Princess Josefine and Prince Vincent received as one of their christening gifts.....

Yep that's right a pair of Cheeky Little Soles! In fact they received a pair of Limited Edition Fabric baby shoes each purchased by their Aunt from one of our lovely stockists!

Now just to get a photo with them wearing them....

In the Press...

2011-06-14T12:40:00.003+10:00

Have you seen the new Winter 2011 issue of Cosmo Pregnancy? Its absolutely gorgeous, and we are lucky enough to be featured in the Baby Style Pages!

Be sure you pick up a copy, so many super stylish ideas for pregnant mamas!

Little Red Bus

2011-05-24T10:24:00.003+10:00

Cheeky Little Soles are delighted to have been featured on the gorgeous Blog Little Red Bus today.

Little Red Bus is an inspiration journal for design addicts turned parents. The gorgeous owner of Little Red Buss Ann Thomas updates the blog daily with loads of design discoveries for children from nursery decor to unique parties. Make sure you pop over to her blog, it is simply delightful!

In the Press

2011-05-08T15:52:00.005+10:00

Lisa Koba the creator, owner and driver behind Cheeky Little Soles was featured in yesterdays (7 May 2011) Herald Sun.

The article was written about a year ago, but so lovely that it finally went to print on the weekend of Mothers Day.

Your can read the full article here.

As seen in...

2011-05-06T11:03:00.003+10:00

Our new Mini Loafers as seen in the latest issue of Pregnancy & Birth.

We survived The Baby & Toddler Show!

2011-04-15T11:56:00.001+10:00

We had a very busy three days at The Royal Exhibition Building taking part in The Baby and Toddler Show in Melbourne earlier in the month. The best part of these show is getting to meet some of our loyal customers.

Here is one of our little shoppers trying out a pair of our new Charlie Walkers and enjoying a Bellamy's Organic Toothiepeg (big thanks to Bellamy's!)

The Baby and Toddler Show Melbourne

2011-03-23T19:37:00.002+11:00

From 8-10 April 2011 Cheeky Little Soles will be meeting our customers at 'The Baby and Toddler Show' at The Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton Melbourne.

Visit The Baby and Toddler Show to find all the latest pregnancy, baby and parenting products and services. Your little ones will delight in amazing live shows and fantastic kids entertainment. Its an event not to be missed! For further information visit www.babyandtoddlershow.com.au

As Cheeky Little Soles now has an extensive product range, we will not be taking the whole range to the show, so if you are visiting and are hoping to pick up something in particular make sure you pre-order now via email.

We have 20 free tickets for our Melbourne customers valued at $20.00 each. To go in the running email us a photo of your little one wearing their Cheeky Little Soles. Winners will be notified by email first week of April.

2011-03-17T08:01:00.002+11:00

How exciting is this!!!!!....

One of our wonderful stockists hip hip hooray has received a thank you letter from The Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Denmark for their Cheeky Little Soles!

Yep that's right the royal twins have their own Cheeky Little Soles, lets hope they show them off to the world!

Congratulations Nicole and Shelley!

Come and see us at The Baby and Toddler Show!

2011-03-15T14:37:00.002+11:00

From 8-10 April 2011 we will be meeting our customers at The Baby and Toddler Show at the The Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton.

As Cheeky Little Soles now has an extensive product range, we will not be taking all of our range to the show, so if you are visiting and are hoping to pick up something in particular make sure you pre-order now via email.

Visit The Baby and Toddler Show to find all the latest pregnancy, baby and parenting products and services. Your little ones will delight in amazing live shows and fantastic kids entertainment. Its an event not to be missed!

The Daily Buzz

2011-03-03T18:08:00.002+11:00

Check out our gorgeous new designs featured today on The Daily Buzz!

As seen on Babyology!

2011-02-25T20:55:00.004+11:00

Very, very excited that Babyology has featured our new designs on their Kids inStyle Fashion write up. The ever so lovely Suzi took some fantastic photos of our Polar Boots, Walkers and also Twinkle Twinkle and Ruby Red. Here are some of the images, but be sure to pop over to Babyology to read the full write up.

As seen on Style Collective

2011-02-24T11:54:00.004+11:00

I am a big fan of online Style Collective, so you can imagine my joy last night when I saw that our new products and designs had been featured on the site. Check it out here

Thanks so much for your support Style Collective! XO

Kids inStyle Sydney 2011

2011-02-23T13:32:00.004+11:00

We are back from Kids inStyle Sydney 2011! It was a busy couple of days where I got to catch up with some of our wonderful retailers, meet lots of new retailers and also catch up with other creative ladies (and men!) with their own amazing brands.

It was an exhausting trip as it always is but an enjoyable one. All our new soft sole designs are already available from our online store and will be available from our stockists in the coming weeks as we get on top of a backlog of orders.

You can see all our new designs on http://www.cheekylittlesoles.com.au/

New soft soled designs available NOW!

2011-02-23T11:45:00.003+11:00

All our gorgeous new soft soled designs are up and available on our website. You will find Indian Princess, Little Lilac, Combat, Mini Loafer, Pronto Pink and Blue. So many irrisistable designs to choose from.

Happy Shopping! XO

January?

2011-02-01T23:01:00.003+11:00

Can someone tell me where January went? I am sure I saw it and most probably missed it, as I really can't remember it!

Our love and best wishes to all our wonderful followers!

P.S. Can you tell we have been busy little beavers at CLS HQ! All will be revealed later in the month!

You can still get your Cheeky Little Soles!

2010-12-13T16:09:00.003+11:00

Just a quick post to let you know that our cheeky little elves are dispatching orders right up until Tuesday 21 December. Christmas shopping has never been easier! Jump online today www.cheekylittlesoles.com.au to browse all our gorgeous designs of soft soled baby shoes, polar boots, baby ballet slippers, socks and much more!

Happy Shopping and Stay Cheeky!

2 DAYS ONLY 30% OFF!

2010-12-07T23:11:00.001+11:00

We have never, ever done this before but we are feeling very festive so get ready!

To thank all our wonderful customers for their support throughout 2010 we are offering 30% off every design on our website for 2 days only, from 8am Thursday 9 December to Midnight Friday 10 December.

Be sure to use the discount code 'XMAS' at checkout, whereby the discount will be applied at checkout.

Please note this offer is only valid from our website www.cheekylittlesoles.com.au and only on the dates and times listed above.

In the Spirit of Christmas

2010-12-03T10:30:00.014+11:00

Make sure your little one is fully dressed for the spirit of Christmas in Cheeky Little Soles www.CheekyLittleSoles.com.au.

Facebook

2010-11-25T10:17:00.002+11:00

Its been a long time coming and we have put off joining facebook. But the evidence is in the numbers and we have finally joined facebook.

Come 'like us' and we will keep you up-to-date with all the happenings at Cheeky Little Soles.

Cheeky Little Soles on Facebook!

Come see us at Kids inStyle!

2010-11-22T13:16:00.003+11:00

Come and see what we have in-store for Winter 2011 at the Kids inStyle Trade Fair in Sydney February 2011 (trade only event).

From February 2011 Cheeky Little Soles; Australia’s favourite brand of soft soled footwear will be taking care of bigger feet. Our new Walker range of toddler shoes feature light-weight flexible rubber soles for little feet that are constantly on the go. Our new styles of soft and rubber soles can simply not be missed!

Contact us to make an appointment time to view our full range at the show! We look forward to seeing you there!

Santa Claus is coming to town!

2010-11-20T09:38:00.003+11:00

There is no escaping it Santa Claus is coming to town! And I have a confession to make.....

This morning the kids and I put up our Christmas Tree (yet not even December yet!). And it looks great (even if I do say so myself). Last year I was given a Christmas Train and the kids have had a great time this morning setting it up and playing with it.

However each year I love to buy new Christmas decorations to add to the tree. Last year (or was it the year before?) I bought these gorgeous doves below from Dick and Dora. I have a collection of them and they look so lovely on the tree.

Do you have or have you spotted some must have Christmas decorations, would love to hear about them to add to my shopping list - leave a comment below!

Don't Miss Out!

2010-11-16T17:55:00.005+11:00

Just to let you know, there are not many Limited Edition Fabrics left, so if you were tempted by Liberty Love or Eddie the Elephant you better get in quick before they are all gone!
Shop for Limited Edition Fabrics Now!

Cheeky Little Soles in Uganda!

2010-11-08T12:54:00.006+11:00

Earlier this year contacted by an Australian TV producer Rebecca, who after returning from a trip to Africa witnesses enormous despair decided she wanted to make a difference. Rebecca started a campaign called SOCK IT TO ME, which is associated with Child's i Foundation.

Child's i Foundation has built a transitional babies home as well as a crisis and drop-in centre offering support to women in the local community in Kampala, Uganda. The common occurrence in Uganda is for abandoned babies to be institutionalised until they are 18 and the mission is to combat this. Working with different organizations in Kampala, Child's i Foundation will help with the Prevention by supporting pregnant women at high risk of abandoning their babies, care which will provide high quality and short term care to safeguard the lives of the babies and rehabilitation to place babies back into their natural family or to foster/adoptive families in Uganda.

Rebecca asked us to donate some socks, bibs (and of course shoes!) for her to take over to Uganda. And of course we were so pleased to be involved (see pictures below)

You can visit Rebecca's blog of her trip here.

Miss Lily turns 6!

2010-11-03T14:14:00.005+11:00

My daughter Lily, the inspiration behind Cheeky Little Soles turned 6 yesterday. Boy has time flown!!

We escaped the rain and races of Melbourne and flew over to SA (by the worst airline ever Tiger, but that is a whole other story!) so Lily could spend the weekend with her grandparents. She got to play, jump (Nana hired her a jumping castle), dance and sing.

The kids had a ball, but will need a couple of weeks to recharge their batteries. Finn missed Sulley (our cat) which was so sweet, and of course his daddy!

Happy Birthday baby girl, you are very special and loved by so many!

Hip Hip Hooray

2010-10-28T10:42:00.002+11:00

Check out these super cute little feet......

The hip hip hooray website is a unique new site that provides thoughtful, iconic, clever, creative & unusual presents online. The range features the top 10 presents for newborns to 12-year olds.

hip hip hooray also has a unique partnership with the George Gregan Foundation and $1 from every $4.50 wrap is donated directly to The George Gregan Foundation to help to create outdoor specialised playgrounds in children’s hospitals around Australia.

Cheeky Little Soles is proud to be stocked by such a innovative webstore!

The Ultimate Baby Checklist

2010-10-26T11:34:00.003+11:00

Cosmo Pregnancy have just release the most amazing magazine The Ultimate Baby Checklist. The mag is complied with lots of options of what to buy that person who hasnt arrive yet, but is sure to change your life!

Do yourself a favour (OMG I sound like Molly Meldrum!) and pick up a copy you will be so glad you did.

P.S. Of course Cheeky Little Soles were lucky enough to be featured a number of times! Thanks Cosmo Pregnancy you have outdone yourselves!!

The Daily Buzz

2010-10-23T18:49:00.005+11:00

Check out our Liberty Love and Liberty Mary Jane Limited Edition Fabrics featured today on The Daily Buzz.

If you haven't subscribed to The Daily Buzz, you need to do so! The Daily Buzz is all about new, cool and fabulous finds. From cutting-edge room decor to chic outfits and toys to treasure, they're devoted to bringing you the best baby, kids and maternity gear from Australian & New Zealand retailers.

Lovely words of Thanks!

2010-10-08T13:44:00.003+11:00

Today I received a lovely email from a customer which has made my day!

Running your own business can be very isolating at times and it is so lovely to have someone write a few words to say thanks.

Thank you Kylie for making my day! Here is the extract from her email.

"I've just received my second order and they're wonderful, I'm delighted with my purchase. My daughter looks super cute and comfortable in them. They're going be perfect as she starts to negotiate walking. Many thanks also for the swift arrival of my order, your service is fantastic.

Get Your Own Ideas!

2010-09-08T14:03:00.003+10:00

It has come to our attention that there are a few other brands on the market that are coping us from designs to packaging, even down to our trade order form. While some say I should take this as a form of flattery, I don’t. I find it extremely frustrating and very annoying.

Here at Cheeky Little Soles will continue to provide you the best quality product, original and unique designs, prompt customer service (always with a smile!) and a product that continues to be loved by you; our loyal and wonderful mums and bubs.

But don't worry, as always we will be a ‘step ahead’ of others!

Help needed at CLS!

2010-09-03T10:00:00.006+10:00

My super amazing, wonderful, gorgeous helper has been given the opportunity to move to NZ for 18 months with her husband and daughter. While I am excited for her, I am so sad that she is leaving me. Not only has she changed my life (I am no longer packing shoes until the wee hours of the morning) she has become a dear friend that I will miss dearly.

But we only talk sunshine and rainbows, so am now in need of some help! If you are located in Eastern Victoria and looking for an exciting and flexible role, look no further.

Visit Career Mums to apply online....

P.S. Sam is moving to Christchurch - so if there are any NZ labels needing a little help, or help at consumer or trade shows drop me an email - she is FABULOUS - but I want her back in 18 months time!

Imagine Me, South Yarra VIC

2010-09-01T13:59:00.005+10:00

One of our wonderful stockists Imagine Me Boutique of 271 High Street, Northcote Victoria, has spread their wings and opened a second store in the the new Vouge Plaza, Level 1, 670 Chapel Street, South Yarra (Phone: 03 9486 4122).

Lealie's Imagine Me Boutique is absolutely beautiful! But.... she has just sent me photos of her new store and it looks simply stunning (worth the blood, sweat and tears!) Imagine Me has a fantastic range of gorgeous labels, so if you reside in Victoria make sure you visit Chapel Street for a bit of shopping for bub (and mum too!)

Growing Up...

2010-08-27T16:36:00.003+10:00

The initial inspiration behind Cheeky Little Soles was my baby girl Lily.

Lily is turning 6 in November, she started school this year (which she absolutely loves!) She is such an outgoing and independent girl, she has such an big personality and you know when she is in the room. I wanted to share a recent photo of my now big girl.

Lily you are gorgeous, thank you for bringing so much joy to so many lives. Stay Cheeky Lily, I am sure you will!

New Stockists!

2010-08-27T12:29:00.003+10:00

We have just updated our website to include some of our lovely new stockists, more to be added shortly.

Peruse through and see if your favourite local store is listed, if not ask them to contact us to have Cheeky Little Soles stocked in their store.

Have a wonderful weekend, may the sun shine! XO

As seen in.....

2010-08-26T18:40:00.003+10:00

Check out our new Eddie the Elephant Limited Edition baby shoes (RRP $29.95) in the latest edition of My Child Magazine. We had an amazing response to this gorgeous design at the recent Reed Trade Show in Melbourne. If your local store doesn't have them ask them to get them in for you.

Introducing....

2010-08-12T15:26:00.005+10:00

The Reed Gift Fair has finished, but it will take both Sam (my amazing helper sent from heaven) and I a long time to fully recover!

In the meantime we would like to introduce to you two of our gorgeous new additions to our baby ballet slipper range..... Magical Mint and Innocent Ivory.

We had some many stores ooohhhh and ahhhh over our new colours at Reed. They really did look super cute alongside each other.

More new additions to be introduced next week.!

Magical Mint and Innocent Ivory are now available for purchase online and from selected stockists very soon!

Stay Cheeky!

Reed Gift Fair Melbourne Aug 2010

2010-08-07T21:12:00.005+10:00

Today was our first day at the Reed Gift Fair in Melbourne. We got to meet lots of other lovely exhibitors and saw lots of gorogeous product (I can already tell my purse is going to be rather empty by the end of the show! )

If you are heading to Melbourne make sure you come by and say hello! We are in th designer section (look for the red carpet) in stand E3412 and wear comfy shoes!

Going GaGa over Cheeky Little Soles!

2010-08-05T22:11:00.005+10:00

Once again we have been blogged!

This time by the ever so lovely Chantal at Minigaga. She has given a lovely review of some of our new additions which are not too far away!

Be sure to read the full review here.

We've been Blogged!

2010-08-04T14:47:00.005+10:00

Check out our Denim Diva Limited Edition Baby Shoes on The Daily Buzz in their write up for Jeans for Genes Day on Friday August 6th.

The Daily Buzz is all about new, cool and fabulous finds. From cutting-edge room decor to chic outfits and toys to treasure, we're devoted to bringing you the best baby, kids and maternity gear from Australian & New Zealand retailers. Make sure you pop over to The Daily Buzz to check it out!

Seriously Gone Mad!

2010-07-27T17:46:00.001+10:00

We have seriously gone mad and further reduced seconds and discontinued designs for a limited time only.

We have new stock on the way, and not sure where we are going to fit it, so stock has to be moved.

Spread the love! Spread the word!

Style Collective

2010-07-19T11:48:00.003+10:00

The lovely team over at Style Collective have reviewed our gorgeous, yet to be released Spring Summer additions.

You can read the full review over at Style Collective here.

As seen in Pregnancy & Birth

2010-06-30T18:54:00.001+10:00

Look who loves Cheeky Little Soles...... that's right its the pregnancy bible, Pregnancy and Birth Magazine.

Thanks Pregnancy and Birth, we love you too!

Limited Edition Fabric Footwear!

2010-06-10T09:59:00.002+10:00

Have you seen our gorgeous Limited Edition Fabric Footwear range? With a limited run of each design, you will need to be quick they are literally running out the door!

The Cheeky Little Soles fabric footwear features our renown black non slip soft soles – however, an alternative black leather has been used for the soles to ensure this range is fully machine washable! Check out this seasons fun and funky denim

Be sure to check out our Limited Edition Fabric Footwear designs!

Paperless Office - how?!

2010-06-04T19:04:00.002+10:00

It has been full steam ahead at CLS HQ with a wonderful new helper on board (helper is not the right work, angel is more like it!). The overload fog has cleared and it has been so much easier to get on top of things and not to be working late into the cold cold nights.

One thing I wanted to achieve this year (this is just one on my long long list!) was to work towards a paperless office. We are now into June and I have no idea how I am going to achieve that goal. I seem to be always drowning in a mountain of paper orders, invoices, confirmations, lists, payment remittances, Australia Post paperwork, bills (how could we forget that one!)

If anyone has any suggestions on how to move to a paperless office, or at least work towards a paperless office I am all ears!

Have a wonderful weekend, keep warm and keep those bubbas feet warm too!

Cheeky Little Soles News

2010-05-12T19:07:00.006+10:00

Have you received our latest newsletter? If not you can view it here, and be sure to join our mailing list to be the first to receive all our up-to-date news!

Babies, Babies, Babies!

2010-05-11T21:29:00.003+10:00

Check out this new movie trailer on youtube about Babies from around the world.

"This visually stunning new movie simultaneously follows four babies around the world - from first breath to first steps. From Mongolia to Namibia to San Francisco to Tokyo, BABIES joyfully captures on film the earliest stages of the journey of humanity that are at once unique and universal to us all. "

Just one thing missing from this movie trailer - Cheeky Little Soles!

Help needed at CLS HQ!

2010-05-07T10:57:00.005+10:00

There comes a time when running a business that you know you can't do it all yourself. I have people working for me in every other state expect Victoria (work that out!) Packing orders until 12pm every night with a little adhoc help is not my idea of a great work/like balance so the time has come for me to let go a little and find a helper!

Having worked in recruitment in a past life I have found it a little different when you have to recruit someone to work in your 'baby'. But I have taken the first step and posted a job on http://www.careermums.com.au/

Visit the position here I am hoping to find the perfect person to help me continue to grow my Cheeky Little business.

Little Bird Spreads Her Wings!

2010-05-06T11:22:00.005+10:00

Late last year I had the amazing Pru from Little Bird Photography photographed my gorgeous family. Her photographs are hung very proudly in my home and every new visitor I have comments how terribly beautiful the are.

Here they are are my cheeky little birds Lily and Finn.

Well, Pru has fulfilled one of her dreams and opened a gallery. As you can see it looks simply divine and I cant wait to see if in real life. Congratulations Pru, you are an inspiration to us all. XOXO

Be sure to visit Little Birds blog and make a booking!

Where of Where has Lisa been?

2010-05-06T11:16:00.003+10:00

OK so things have been a little quite on the blogging front, but let me reassure you things have been crazy at CLS HQ.

We have had trouble keeping up with orders galore (winter is well and truly on it's way and Polar Boots are running out the door!), we have finalised our Summer 10/11 additions, had a photo shoot for our summer 10/11 additions, lots of press coverage and so much more.

We have lots of news to share with you so make sure you stay tuned!

Here is a cheeky sneak peak of one of the designs we have coming for Summer 10/11. This one is called Fishy Business and will be available from August.

Gorgeous Images

2010-03-28T21:43:00.006+11:00

This afternoon I stumbled across a very lovely, and very talented stylist blog, and what gorgous product should featured on her blog? Yep you have it Cheeky Little Soles. Here are some images from some of her recent shoots she has styled.

Cheeky Little Soles Winter Additions for 2010 Now Live on our Website!

2010-03-12T11:30:00.003+11:00

The Cheeky Little Soles journey continues this winter with gorgeous new additions for the coming cooler months.

New designs include “Ruby Red” T-bars and “Twinkle Twinkle” Mary Janes to accompany little dresses. “Globe Trotter” which is perfect for creating a little urban chic, and who wouldn’t love a pair of “Polar Boots” in silver or gold? Taking care of tiny feet has never been more fun!
Also be sure to check out the new range of baby socks, designed exclusively for us. The ‘Cheeky Little Box of Socks’ contains 6 pairs of brightly coloured, ‘must have’ socks available in 2 sizes.

Whilst you are there check our our new Limited Edition Fabric Footwear range. These come with the Cheeky Little Soles trademark black non slip soft soles. The theme this season is denim in a range of funky designs – essential for babies everywhere!

This range is completely machine washable and comes in three sizes, suitable for babies up to 18 months. Every shoe in the range features adjustable elasticised casing around the ankle to ensure they hug little feet and stay in place.

With a limited production run of each design, this exclusive range is only available for a short time.

Still here!

2010-03-11T21:53:00.004+11:00

Its been a while since I posted so much has happened in this time. So in short....we been to Sydney for Kids inStyle, we got to catch up with many of our wonderful stockists and also got to meet up with other lovely labels (you guys are incredible!). Had drinks with one wonderful crazy lady (yes you know who you are!), came home and tried to catch up on orders all that fun stuff and then got to meet lots of our fans at The Baby Show in Melbourne. The wonderful Jenny, Mary and Rosemary came to help me out, without them I don't think I would have survived. Thank you girls XOXOX

Here are some shots of our busy couple of weeks.

Kids inStyle Sydney

Ready for 3 busy days at The Baby Show Melbourne

Thank you everyone for your wonderful support. My brand means the world to me. I work very hard to make it a success, but with 3 weeks of love and support from many people it is so worth all the hard work and late nights!

Stay Cheeky!

FREE Tix to The Baby Show

2010-02-15T11:07:00.004+11:00

If you live in Melbourne and would like a free ticket to The Baby Show at The Exhibition Building in Carlton from 5-7 March. Drop us an email with your address details. We have 30 to give away! See you there!

Say Goodbye to...

2010-02-06T12:12:00.002+11:00

We are saying goodbye to some of our designs including Right on Target, Monkey Girl, Zephyr, Beach Baby and our Polar Boots in Black. Sizes are limited so jump online and grab a bargain from our Warehouse Sale today.

New New New

2010-02-04T10:10:00.004+11:00

We have been busy busy busy over here at Cheeky Little Soles HQ working on new designs and products for Winter 2010.

But...... you are going to have to wait to see all our new things as our launch for new designs and new products will be at the Kids inStyle trade show in Sydney in February.

However..... as I am dying to share, here is a sneaky peak at one of the new colours of Polar Boots we have coming. Polar Boots have been a huge hit for winter as they are warm and snug and stay on. From March they will be available in GOLD!

P.S. How divine is baby Beatrix!! Beatrix is no stranger to wearing our shoes as she the daughter of Sally, who is the amazing lady who works with me at CLS. Thanks Beatrix for being such a gorgeous girl in your boots!

P.S.S. Some of our designs will be discontinued from March so be sure to sign up to our mailing list to be the first to know and save, stock will be limited!

My baby's first day at school

2010-02-01T11:10:00.004+11:00

Well the day has arrived that it is time to send my baby off to her first day of school. Princess Lily was very excited this morning to be starting school and was dressed and ready before I had even opened my eyes.

Finn (Mr 2 1/2) and I took Lily to St Thomas's (she couldn't get in there quick enough!). Once in the class room Lily did a quick nervous grab for my hand, but after finding Miss Herrick (her teacher) and her chair, Lily and her teddy were ready for the first day of the rest of her life.

Have fun sweetie, I know you will. Seize each and everyday and live life to its fullest.

Come see us at The Baby Show Melbourne!

2010-01-25T16:33:00.004+11:00

Come see us at The Baby Show at The Royal Exhibition Building Melbourne from 5-7 March 2010.

The Baby Show is a unique and stylish day out, specifically designed for mums and mums-to-be. Every part of the event is baby & toddler friendly, creating a relaxed, enjoyable day of shopping, advice, fashion and care.

Essential Shopping
Discover exclusive show offers on an array of top quality products from over 100 big industry brands and stylish boutiques. The show is filled with major brands, luxury retailers and unique boutique companies, not seen on the high street. From strollers to toys, feeding equipment to clothing, you can try before you buy and get the best value so you're sure to find the right product to suit your family.

Essential Advice
Help is at hand! The Baby Show have gathered together a whole host of experts ready to handle your pregnancy and parenting concerns.

Essential Entertainment
A great day out for the whole family, your toddler will be entertained as the Teletubbies, direct from London, take to the stage for live performances at The Baby Show. Or get to the show early to meet Dorothy the Dinosaur! Plus entertain your little one in the Fisher-Price Play Lab.

Essential Care
Help is at hand! The Baby Show have gathered together a whole host of experts ready to handle your pregnancy and parenting concerns.

For further information or to book tickets visit http://www.thebabyshow.com.au/

All ballets back in stock

2010-01-12T14:34:00.004+11:00

Great news our shipment of baby ballet slippers has arrived, so all colour and all sizes are back in stock.

You can view all our baby ballet slippers online!

A Little Fun with The Letterbug

2010-01-11T08:44:00.003+11:00

The ever amazing (supportive and word genius!) Jenny from The Letterbug asked if I would mind answering 5 questions for her blog.

It was fun, to do, especially as at the time we were winding down for the year, and felt a little loopy! Visit her blog to see the questions and my replies.

Happy Monday, back to work!

Stay Cheeky!

Back onto work!

2010-01-08T12:01:00.009+11:00

Wow what a month! My wonderful family and I escaped Melbourne for Christmas and New Years and had a fabulous time in SA with the people we love dearly.

It is back to reality now and back to work.

Here are a couple of 'happy snaps' of our time away. Happy New Year to all! Stay Cheeky!

Babbling about our Baby Ballet Slippers

2009-12-16T20:01:00.002+11:00

One of our gorgeous overseas stockists Purl Mama and Baby just told us that Babble, the uber-cool online magazine for new parents, has just posted a review of our baby ballet slippers! Check it out!

Thanks Penny!!

Thank You!

2009-12-01T15:48:00.003+11:00

To say a big thank you for your continued loyalty in 2009 and to wish you a merry, not messy Christmas, the team at Cheeky Little Soles will be including a FREE GIFT with every order placed through our online store.

Please note that this offer is limited to one gift per order for orders received up until the close of business on 21/12/2009.

Merry Christmas, and Stay Cheeky!

Online Xmas Shopping

2009-11-30T16:23:00.003+11:00

Now I have a confession to make......... my Christmas shopping has been done for months. But with so many gorgeous things available online I continue to shop! I thought I would share with you some of my fabulous finds. Stay tuned more to come in the coming days!

Today I picked up some unbelievably cute personalised stamps for the kids Xmas stockings.

Twiggi currently has free postage on personalised stamps. Pick yours up today!

Xmas is just around the corner!

2009-11-25T16:54:00.003+11:00

Can you believe Christmas is just around the corner!!

I love the lead up to Christmas, I love the christmas music, decorations and the excitement children have in anticipation.

However if you are looking for the perfect gift for baby for Christmas, look no further than www.cheekylittlesoles.com.au.

Happy Shopping!

MIA - Busy Busy!

2009-11-09T13:58:00.003+11:00

Yes OK I have been MIA..... But that is only because there is so much happening! All will be reveled and updated shortly. But in the meantime make sure you visit our In the Press page to see all our latest Media Coverage.

We have been lucky enough to be featured in the gorgeous new Peekaboo Magazine. And also the amazing new edition of Little One Baby!

OHbaby!

2009-10-23T09:35:00.005+11:00

I love my business, and in doing what I do I get to meet many fantastic people. One very special person helped us out in getting our Baby Ballet Slippers into OHbaby! which is a gorgeous NZ magazine. The shoot our ballet slippers were used in can only be described as STUNNING....

(You know who you are, and you also know much you are loved! XOXOX)

Stay Cheeky, and have a great weekend!

Spotlight on..... (hehe) Me; Lisa Koba

2009-10-19T15:29:00.003+11:00

Daniela from one of Australia's leading online baby store Baby's Got Style asked me if I would mind doing an interview for her. Of course I was privileged to be asked.

Daniela and I stated our businesses at around the same time, and I am so honoured to have been stocking Baby's got Style with our gorgeous footwear for many years.

You can read the full interview here.... And make sure if you haven't already checked out her amazing online store!

Spotlight on.... Me Two, Grange SA

2009-10-19T14:43:00.006+11:00

Being an Adelaide girl myself I was so pleased when Lisa from Me Two in Grange asked if she could stock Cheeky Little Soles in her new store.

She has only just opened, but as you can see from the images below she has a store full of gorgeous baby and kids wear.

Check Me Two out at 8 Jetty Street, Grange.

Congraulations Lisa on the opening and don't be surprise if my whole family come and introduce themselves LOL!

Another Competition Entry....

2009-10-15T09:37:00.003+11:00

Running this photo competition is just fantastic, I am recieving so many gorgeous photos and also stories that go with them.

Read this one, made me giggle as my two did the same thing!

My son's name is Alejandro and he is a BIG fan of your shoes. We've even had such tantrums about taking them off that sometimes he sleeps with them on!

Here he is the cheeky man himself!

My Little Birds....

2009-10-14T12:29:00.003+11:00

I have posted previously that I was lucky enough to have Pru from Little Bird Photography photograph my gorgeous family. Pru is amazing, she was fantastic with the kids and her work really speaks for itself. Make sure you book a date in with Pru asap as she is one busy woman!!

Here is my Princess Lily and Baby Finn....(he will always be my baby!)

Visit Pru's blog to see more gorgeous images....

Competition Entry - more to follow!

2009-10-13T22:33:00.002+11:00

I love my life!

As you know we are running a Cheeky Little Soles Competition. Here is one of the entries I received tonight. It's emails like this that make all the hard work and late nights worth while!

...Here is a photo of my son Ben in his Cheeky Little Soles. He has just turned 1 and has started pulling himself up to stand but isn't walking yet. He loves his his Herbie Shoes. Its the only thing that keeps him still on the change table. As soon as I lie him down to change his nappy he starts saying goo goo which means shoes and if I don't hand them to him he cries. He claps them together and says goo goo over and over until Ive finished and then he has to have them on.....

Here is the photo of Ben, isn't he just gorgeous!

New Compeition!

2009-10-13T22:01:00.003+11:00

Do you receive CLS newsletters - if not what are you doing???!!!! Make sure you sign up today!

In our latest newsletter we reveled how you can WIN a pair of Cheeky Little Soles.... visit here to read all about it....

Already we are recieving lots of entries - stay tuned as we will share some of them here on our blog!

SUPER DUPER Competition from Itch Design

2009-10-13T14:54:00.001+11:00

ITCH DESIGN is having a SUPER DUPER Drawing Competition!!

Itch is on the hunt for 2 new character graphics to join the ITCH lineup and want the creative kids of the globe to help design it.

Mum’s get out the pens, pencils and... notepads and get the kids drawing (but no helping please). They want creative, imaginative, cool, sweet, unique, ANYTHING goes - let their imaginations RUN WILD there are no limitations.

The winning designs (chosen by the creator of ITCH DESIGN herself) will appear in the upcoming Spring/Summer 10/11 Collection with full credit plus some FAB prizes going to the creative geniuses behind the designs!!

For FULL details please email win@itchdesign.com.au

Spotlight on..... Kid Willow Boutique, East Victoria Park WA

2009-10-12T15:29:00.006+11:00

We have a gorgeous new stockist in East Victoria Park WA that has just opened its doors. Not only is the store absolutely gorgeous so is its owner Kristy!

Kristy has chosen some gorgeous labels to sell in her store and we are proud to say Cheeky Little Soles is one of them.

Here are some photos of their store, but if you live in WA, make sure you go and visit Park Centre 789 Albany Highway, East Victoria Park for a closer look, but be warned you will need to be armed with your credit card!

As seen in Real Living!

2009-10-08T14:29:00.003+11:00

Check out our Urban Soles in Blue in the latest edition of Real Living as #33 of 100 Ideas and Best Budge buys.

I am a huge fan of Real Living, but this edition is one of the best! Be sure to pick up your copy today, at all leading newsagencies.

Spotlight on..... Storks Corner, Myaree WA

2009-09-25T20:18:00.005+10:00

If you live anywhere near Myaree in WA you MUST check out Storks Corner Baby and Childrens Concept store at Shop 11, 47 McCoy Street.

Not only do they stock our gorgeous footwear, they also have a huge selection of gorgeous baby and childrens fashion.

You can shop till your heart's content as they have a childrens play area, baby change facilities and a parents feeding area.

They have it all, what more could you want!

Happy Shopping!

The AMAZING lady of Little Bird

2009-09-23T13:37:00.003+10:00

Today my wonderful family and I got to spend some time with the lovely Pru of Little Bird Photography.

My Dramatic Princess Lily fell in love with Pru and told her 'I love you Pru'. My stand back and analyse the situation Finn took a bit longer to warm up, but was won over the in end.

Pru I don't know how you do it I am absolutely exhausted and given half a chance would love to curl up on the coach for an afternoon Nana nap.

Thanks Pru for a fun and exhausting morning!

Do you want to run your own business??

2009-09-17T11:51:00.003+10:00

Are you dying to run your own business, but just don't know how to move forward with your idea? Well there is help out there for you!

ChildsPlay Marketing aims to continuously provide great marketing tips and strategies, news and loads more to help you run your business.

The team at ChildsPlay Marketing are firm believers in the concept of paying it forward and are continuously looking for ways to help the wider community.

For the month of September their initiative is to Auction a Business Booster Marketing Pack on Ebay as a way to raise funds to save the infant orangutans. All funds raised from the Auction will go directly to the Australian Orangutan Project. Click here for more information....

Photos courtesy of the Australian Orangutan Project

Dashin Fashion!

2009-09-14T18:53:00.002+10:00

Check out the international website Dashin Fasion. We have been featured!

We have had a mini makeover!

2009-09-08T12:47:00.003+10:00

Check out our website http://www.cheekylittlesoles.com.au/ as we have had a mini makeover!

As you can see our new designs are now up and available for purchase on our site.

Make sure you join our mailing list for all the latest Cheeky Little Soles News!

New LMNOP website

2009-09-02T15:09:00.001+10:00

If you dont already know of this amazing website you have to pop over today!

LMNOP has re-launched their website and it just looks fantastic! www.lmnop.com.au

Pop over and check it out!

Shopping for ME!

2009-08-25T15:14:00.003+10:00

As most mums do when it comes to shopping I spend way too much on my kids and very little on myself..... however I have (well my hubby has) splurged and bought me a new pair of sunglasses (my last pair which I loved, happened to get a crack in the lens, last time I let my 4yo play with them!)

Anyway... they arrived today and LOVE THEM! Now just to find some sunshine in this cold, windy, and grey skied state I live in!

Out and about in Cheeky Little Soles and Anna & Sally

2009-08-24T10:15:00.003+10:00

Check out this blog entry from one of our lovely stockists in Milton NSW. http://www.annaandsally.com.au/blog/126/

Not only does Anna & Sally have a gorgeous store, they also have an irresistible label, check out some of their cant live without items here http://www.annaandsally.com.au/Anna-Sally-mid-1-p-1.html.

Watch our world here we come!

2009-08-22T13:21:00.004+10:00

As I mentioned in my last post things have been a little busy at CLS HQ....

This month we have taken on a new stockist in Spain that specialises in Australian Labels. Australian Kids is a concept store in Spain, which focuses on premium quality, unique style and new trends.

We sent the owner a few Cheeky Little Soles samples a while back, and he reported back to us that he 'road tested' a pair on his daughter. Not only did she love them she refused to take them off! Yet another happy Cheeky Little Soul!

Welcome to the world of Cheeky Little Soles Australian Kids!

We love crazy!

2009-08-21T15:40:00.004+10:00

Well it just hasn't stopped since Kids in Style so a big apology for lack of posts on our blog. It has been a little hectic!

So much is happening and all of it GREAT! We have lots of new stockists which will be added to the website next week. And we have been featured in the new editions of Shop 4 Kids and also My Child (check out this gorgeous cover shot by the amazing Pru of Little Bird Photography).

You will also see we have added our new designs to our website!!!! A newsletter will be going out next week when some minor changes to our website are complete. But all are available for immediate delivery

Now back to my to do list (it is growing by the second!!)

Stay Cheeky!

Kids inStyle Review

2009-08-05T14:17:00.004+10:00

We are back from Kids instyle and we are in recovery mode! As always we got to catch up with so many gorgeous designers and business owners. Yes you know who you are....

The response to our new additions was fantastic, and we have been bowled over with new stores wanting to stock our products so stay tuned for new stockists to be added to our website over the coming weeks.

Our new additions should be up live on our website next week, but if you want to know exactly when make sure you join our Cheeky Little Newsletter mailing list.

Here are a couple of shots to enjoy!

Stay Cheeky!

Life inStyle here we come!

2009-07-27T13:42:00.004+10:00

We are ready and raring to go for the trade show Life inStyle (http://www.lifeinstyle.com.au/) being held in Melbourne this week.

If you are a buyer of a store make sure you visit this amazing boutique buying event.

Will share some photos with you next week. But also stay tuned for new Cheeky Little Soles designs launched soon!!

Stay Cheeky!

Little Pearls for Little Girls

2009-07-24T21:16:00.003+10:00

What does a stylish little girls need for special occasions? Little Pearls for Little Girls of course! (Or if you are my daughter Lily, you would wear them every day because you can!)

These divine genuine child-sized cultured pearls are available for babies, toddlers and children. Beautiful bracelets and necklaces are crafted with high quality natural white or soft pink freshwater pearls. Each piece has been individually hand knotted and is finished with a sterling silver filigree clasp and presented in stylish signature gift packaging.

A girl is never too young for shoes (Cheeky Little Soles of course) and jewellery!

Cheeky Sneak Peak at New Additions!

2009-07-24T12:12:00.004+10:00

Well its been a while since I have blogged and the reason for this is that we have been busily preparing for the Life inStyle trade show in Melbourne next week and the release of some new additions.

Here is a cheeky sneak peak on http://www.babynews.com.au/ of some of what we have to come.... http://www.babynews.com.au/cheeky-little-soles-summer-collection.php

Stay tuned all will be released on our website in the next couple of weeks. To be first in the know be sure to sign up to our cheeky newsletter.

Until next time STAY CHEEKY!

Fabulously Fuschia Baby Ballet Slippers - Available Soon!

2009-07-14T20:10:00.002+10:00

Since starting Cheeky Little Soles I have met many amazing and talented people. One such person is Sophie Andrews. Sophie is an award winning entreprenter, who has just released a series of books aimed to assist others to enter the world of self employment.

One of her books coming soon is a series of interviews with mums who have set up their own businesses from scratch. Mostly home based, these mums offer unique insights into how they came up with their ideas, and important tips on the best ways to grow your business.

Whether you are looking to supplement your income or wanting to take the leap into becoming your own boss, The Ideas Book compile hundreds of hours of research and provide invaluable insider tips and techniques to give you the best chance of success.

Visit http://www.theideasbook.com.au/ to pick up a copy or subscribe to the mailing list.

Another GORGEOUS Magazine

2009-07-03T15:51:00.002+10:00

The new Shopping for Baby Magazine has just hit the stands and boy it sure is impressive! The team at shopping for baby have covered everything in every price range.

Cheeky Little Soles have been featured in a few pages and look ever so gorgeous teamed with stunning outfits.

Visit http://www.cheekylittlesoles.com.au/press/ to see our shoes. But make sure you pick up a copy it is one that you will refer back to for months to come!

Want to win a pair of Polar Boots?

2009-07-01T19:19:00.003+10:00

Want to win a pair of our popular Polar Boots? If so make sure you head over to Style Collective to win!! http://www.stylecollective.com.au/competitions/index.html

Polar Boots Sale - TOMORROW ONLY!!

2009-06-25T12:26:00.004+10:00

Don't miss out on the MASSIVE Cheeky Little Soles Polar Boots sale. Polar Boots will be marked down 40% off the RRP to the insane price of $29.95 plus delivery (remember this is for 1 day only!!) You will need to be quick as stock is limited.

While you are there make sure you also browse through our discontinued designs, to pick up a bargain!

This sale is for 24 hours only, discontinued stock not included in the 40% off promo and sale is only from http://www.cheekylittlesoles.com.au/

WIN - fantastic prizes on www.littleonebaby.com.au

2009-06-21T12:51:00.003+10:00

Want the chance to win some of these great prizes including a pair of Cheeky Little Soles Polar Boots?

Simply visit http://www.littleonebaby.com.au/win.html click the question to email through your answer and you’re in the running!

Be sure to include your name, address, age and the names and ages of any children you already have. 'Win Little One Baby for you and all your friends!'

Blogged by Mama Loves to Shop!

2009-06-19T10:04:00.005+10:00

The lovely Kathryn from Mama Loves to Shop (who is also the genius behind Tikiboo Kids) has interviewed me and posted on her blog.

http://mamalovestoshop.blogspot.com/2009/06/lisa-from-cheeky-little-soles.html

Kathryn is running a series of interviews with members of the children's fashion industry, so make sure you stay tuned to her blog!

Can't believe how much the children have grown since that group shot was taken! So here is a more recent happy snap of my gorgeous kids!

Introducing Aust's Newest Baby Magazine

2009-06-18T10:51:00.003+10:00

Australia's newest baby magazine hits the stands tomorrow, and let me tell you this little baby is absolutely gorgeous. Cheeky Little Soles is very privlegded to have products featured in this launch edition of the magazine.

The magazine is jam packed with information, gorgeous product and fantastic stories.

Make sure you pick up your copy. Little One Baby is on news stands around Australia tomorrow June 19th 2009.

Kids inStyle Trade Event

2009-06-10T21:44:00.003+10:00

We are once again exhibiting at Kids inStyle, (the most gorgeous trade event on the calendar). Further details regarding the trade show can be found at http://www.lifeinstyle.com.au/, (this is a trade only event, sorry mums and dads!)

If you are coming to Kids inStyle (weather you have a store or have a brand), we would REALLY love to catch up for quick or long chat, (which ever you have time for!) and.... to show you our gorgeous new additions. No appointment necessary, just come and see us! Look forward to seeing and meeting you there!

Stay Cheeky!

Did you know.....

2009-06-06T22:02:00.003+10:00

I attended a marketing seminar today in Melbourne, which was great. I took lots of things away from the presentations, but there is something I wanted to share with you, as it makes reading favourite blogs so much easier!

Did you know that you can follow lots of different blogs very easily with google reader... ooowww I love new toys!

Visit the following link to find out how http://www.google.com/reader/view/#overview-page

Happy Blog Reading!