Meet Trina!

Who loves Trina? I do! And I especially love this photo of her. For me Trina naturally embodies everything that I believe Chick Pea is all about - she's full of love, finds pleasure and purpose in helping others, has amazing style, a kind word for everyone, and brings a sense of peace and serenity to those around her. Most of all - she's authentic.

There is nothing made up about her and I think that's why she is such an asset to the store. When she tells you something is fantastic and everyone is raving about it - it's the absolute truth. And if the size you picked is too small, she'll tell you that too.

We are so lucky to have her as our Store Manager and resident stylist. I love the calls at the end of the day when she tells me about a wonderful mom came in - where Trina really went the extra mile and pulled all of the sizes for the kids and played with the babies and chatted about development and really made a friend - and we forget completely to talk about money. That's the best part of owning a store.

So a huge thanks to Trina for jumping in and taking on the post of Store Manager!!! We are all so lucky to have you in our lives!!!

Kim

xoxo

PS She also knows all the best places to eat (and what to order!) on The Drive!!!

Bring Chick Pea Home

Literally! After literally years of special requests and thousands of compliments (thank you!) our furniture is now on sale. All are solid wood. Some with old windows and reclaimed doors. Some true antiques repurposed with a more modern edge. Some battered and bruised to perfection.

Alice in Wonderland Armoire - $695+
Leaded glass door on a beautiful armoire with shelves or a bar for clothing or books and toys. The antique glass knobs and hardware give it special charm.

Secret Garden Hutch - $1295+
These change table hutches are perfect for the nursery with storage below with leaded glass window doors and open shelving above for all the diapering essentials. Made from recycled, antique, and reclaimed woods.

Toady Step Stools - $29+
Little wooden step stools to help our petite little people hop up high!

Drop a line or stop in anytime if you're interested in planning a special piece for your space!

Kim
xoxo

PS Pics of Addie's new 'big girl' bedroom with an antique french style bed coming soon....

Lexi the little charmer

I had to share these little shots of Lexi from our summer photo shoot! Maybe it's the impish grin, or the way she shook her ponies with pride - but this little thing had so much fun i laugh every time i think back to it. She picked out her own outfits and got to model them streetside - what a thrill and such a neat way to build confidence!

Of course I love this apron dress too, it's so precious and practical with the leggings, but it's Lexi's little happy moments that really shine through!

Now only if we could keep our kids this happy all the time....

Belly Jelly and Nappy Ointment is back!

Substance or style? Thankfully with Substance lotions and potions for mom and baby you get both. It's all here - from the much requested belly jelly to the brand new safe sunscreen for babies 6 months and older.

This is a summer must have - definitely test it when you drop in! The whole line is natural, made in Canada, with no parabens, preservatives or other bad stuff. Plus it's loaded with sweet natural ingredients to keep us at our best.

The sunscreen is a physical barrier sunscreen instead of a chemical. It's an invisible formula that goes on white and then blends in - and gives excellent protection for up to 2 hours and is also waterproof. So far our testers are big fans of the scent too.

Try it out or ask Trina or I for more info when you're in the shop!

kim

xoxo

Cielo - Introducing a new Vancouver designer

The concept of the 100-mile diet can apply to just about any part of our life - and Cielo, my favorite new line this season - makes it easy.

We mixed a Japanese vintage cotton print with organic bamboo and cottons to create this devine collection. There are three dresses and a legging to mix and match - and they're perfect with these charcoal Tip Toey Joeys. They are also great value, made in Vancouver, and the collection has a unique west coast flavor.

All in all - we're in love! For girls 1-6.

Kim

xoxo

Huggles and Snuggles

Just arrived from the breeders....these snuggly dogs and bunnies and lambs and monkeys are ready to find new homes! The truffles dogs (above) lie flat - think bear skin rug - and are absolute magnets for little ones. The bashful bunnies (below) and their farm friends are as soft as a long haired chihuahua (not that i'm biased) and will melt your heart.

Drop in for a complimentary snuggle! You won't be able to resist these guys.

kim

xoxo

Puddle Jumps and Spring Crushes

Meet Justin (Justi) the cute boy next door and Addie's first crush. These two jump up and down and scream each others names, sneak through the hedge and knock on each other's back doors, and race their cars around the 'hood - and are not quite 2 yet!

Somehow the his and hers boots really work for these two - puddles and all! And poor Xander was quite the sport keeping an eye on the two of them!

These are some of the colors in the Katvig spring and summer collection - a mix of solids, stripes and apples - in blues, greens, and the red and purple. The spring jacket is a must - zip out lining, reflector strips, and a hood that really works! Addie is actually not in many photos in this shoot because we had a bit of a tantrum when i wanted to take the boots off her....

The summer rompers are adorable for 0-24 months and the dresses, leggings, boys, shirts, tanks, and boxers go from 2-6!

Drop in and feel the quality of this amazing cotton - addie is still wearing pieces from September last year - and not one color has faded or one stripe bled in the wash. These are pieces that look great and last.

Enough from me - have a great weekend everyone!!!

kim

xoxo

Cool plaids and sweet blooms

Mornings are still cold enough to freeze toes and force you back inside, and noon is warm enough that we're stripping off layers and looking for a sunny patch. There is the promise of so much to come.

The Sophie catalou spring dresses (eight styles from 3mo-6yrs) and Ben Sherman shirts and shorts (sizes 2-8) make it easy to layer up in sweet spring style.

Kim

xoxo

PS If time is of the essence or you want a little extra help...sign up for a spring consult with Trina or Kim. We'll pull outfits and ideas in your sizes to peruse - and set up the kids with toys, juice boxes, and a video in our play corner. In fact we can even procure a starbucks to order :)

Spring is in!

Bare toes and bright colors - it must finally be spring! We had an absolute ball with Darcie and Jason from Revival Arts Studio taking pictures of our five little a-lister models this week (including their gorgeous little angel Lexi!).

I even promise to update the website soon! I'm finally in the second trimester...all the moms out there will know exactly what I mean!!!!

Have a wonderful Easter - and drop by to see new Vancouver designer Cielo, sweet Picaflor knit dresses in coral and lilac, pink and green florals from Sophie Catalou, must-have pinstripes from Ben Sherman, and soft wearable linen shirts and trousers from Wonderboy.

See you soon!

Kim

Sale! Extra 25% off all sale items in store...

Although it still feels like winter it's technically spring...and the nice warm rain that makes the daisies grow can't be far away! So we are clearing out space with a special sale - on from now until Easter (assuming there's still a few things left!).

Some of your favorite brands are on sale....including....

- Uggs (sizes 10, 11, and 13)

- Lola and Lucas (organics rompers and leggings/tops)

- Ben Sherman (classic...including button up shirts)

- Small Paul (t shirts and zip ups)

- Kangol (wool hats)

- Dagmar Daley (toddler sweater and sweatshirt)

- Oeuf (the last oeuf baby lounger in brown/creme)

Drop by anytime - we're open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10-5 and Sundays 11-3.

See you soon!

Kim

xoxo