Bobka Baby is a mother-daughter team of handknitters of children’s clothing. I really like their Pullover and Hat set, available in the colors shown. Made in the basket-weave style from 100% acrylic yarn, both the hat and the pullover are machine-wash and dry. They come in sizes from ages 6 months to four years, for prices from $65 to $75 for the hat and pullover set, at BobkaBaby.com.

Here is a fun fall sweater from Gymboree. Part of the company’s Fall For Monkeys line, this cardigan features bright, multicolored buttons, and fun patterned pockets. Best of all, one of the pockets hides a little plush monkey. We have had a number of Gymboree sweaters and overalls over the years that have come with toys like this one and they are always a hit. You can purchase this one for $20 during Gymboree’s Baby Sale at gymboree.com. After the sale, regular retail is $32.75. It is available in infant and toddler sizes.

This Janie and Jack Pumpkin Fair Isle Sweater is absolutely gorgeous. Although intended for little boys, it would work well for girls too. I love the intricate detail of the pumpkin pattern, and the zippered neck makes it easy to get on and off. Made from 100% combed cotton, it can be machine washed. It’s too bad that the pumpkins pretty much restrict its wear to one season. You can purchase one for $43 at janieandjack.com. It is available in sizes from 3-6 months up to 8 years.

Pottery Barn Kids has pretty impressive sale prices. The Organic Newborn Wrap Cardigan is listed for $19.99 (final sale.) I have something similar that I paid much less for at our local grocery store, I love it and I think you will too. Organic materials are so soft, baby must love them against his/her skin; not only that, but I love kimono styles on babies and the ribbon side-tie on this version is a pretty grosgrain. You can get this look too (and pair it with everything-loose pants, shorts, jeans-as I do. It’s great in summer on chilly evening walks) in sizes up to 9 months.

Perfect for crisp fall weather, this adorable sweater from Mini Boden will keep your little one toasty and cute as a button. The fox is adorable, and the background is a beautiful shade of blue. This would look great with jeans, khakis, or cords. It features a touch of cashmere for extra softness. You can purchase one in sizes from 0-3 up to 18-24 months at bodenusa.com. A hedgehog version is also available.

Pure & Honest Kids is an attractive site with many great home page options, including “Gifts Under $50”, “Travel Must Haves”, and several other links to make shopping that much simpler. There’s a lot of stuff to get through on PureAndHonestKids.com so it’s a good thing they divide the site into categories. All the patterns and prints are a little confusing to the eye and it would be nice if they sectioned clothing into pants/shirts/etc. instead of lumping it all under designer names instead. It is a little easier to navigate the site by categories of boy/girl/infant boy/toddler boy/etc.
Did I find something up my alley at Pure & Honest Kids? I did like the Aqua Cable Hooded Sweater in sizes 12 and 24 months; I think it would go nicely with gray pants and a white tee. Pair it with cute shoes and call it an outfit! $32 and 100% Cotton, it’s a nice alternative to other hoodies.

My husband is a sports nut, so it only follows suit that my 5 year old son should love sports as well. He’s already tried (and loved) soccer and now, t ball (flag football was no fun because he said he’d rather play tackle football!) So I immediately thought of my two sports enthusiasts when I saw this sports sweater by And Then There Was Jake. It’s a bit pricey, at $60, but the colors are so attractive that it just might be worth the price. Made in Peru of 100% pima cotton, the sweater is available in sizes 2T to 4T at AtterdagKids.com.

This is a great time to stock up on Old Navy Sweater Vests for your son. They are currently on sale for just $12 (regularly $16.50) and are available in a variety of colors and sizes from 6 months to 5T. If you love the preppie look for your little boy, these are the perfect addition to his wardrobe! They would also make a great gift. Visit OldNavy.com to grab this great buy while it lasts.

After a few days of spring-like temperatures here, returning to chilly winter days has been hard. Luckily, if spring colors are lacking in the landscape, they are cheerfully popping up in spring clothing lines. I am especially enjoying all the bright greens that I’m seeing this season. My most recent find is this great cardigan from Baby Gap. I love the decoratively embellished neckline, and because it is perfect for layering, you can slip it into your child’s wardrobe even before the weather warms up completely. It would look equally great over a dress or with a pair of jeans or khakis. You can purchase one for $29.50 at Gap.com. It is available in sizes from 0-3 up to 18-24 months.

Cardigans are perfect pieces for spring. They add an extra layer of warmth to spring outfits, and look great too. This sweet little cardigan from Le Top caught my eye with its fun combination of flowers and stripes in perfect spring pastels. On its own, it is defininitely cute, but paired with the right outfit (such as the Le Top overall set shown here), it achieves its full force. Although Le Top has never been a staple of my girls’ wardrobes, I have been very pleased with the quality of the few pieces that we have had, and trust the quality completely. The sweater is available in sizes from 24 months up to 4T and is currently on sale for $33 at beetlesandbutterflies.biz. 

My mom always told me that I looked good in red and apparently our youngest son, who looks like me, followed in my footsteps. Yesterday, he had on a red Baby Gap Sweater Vest with a penguin on it. It really complimented his coloring. Underneath, I paired it with a Tommy Hilfiger Baby white long-sleeved shirt with red and blue T-O-M-M-Y letters all over it and a simple pair of blue pants. Though I could not locate the vest online any longer, there are other cute options in sweater vests for baby boys for just $24.50. It’s a great option if you’re looking for dressy but not overdressed. If I wanted to make it less casual, I’d pair it with khakis, cords, or dressy jeans and a blue button-down shirt. The best thing is that a large range of sizes is offered; you can dress your baby up at 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18, or 18-24 Months.

I think just about everyone is familiar with Trumpette’s hip baby socks by now, but did you know that the company has also branched out into a number of other products? I am quite impressed by this cute Trumpette’s Krumpettes sweater set which includes a sweater, pants, and a coordinating hat. The sweater has buttons at the neck to make it easier to get on and off, and the easy-up pants have a drawstring waist. I love the color combination and the striped look is quite popular right now. The set is available in sizes from 6-12 to 18-24 months. You choose the animal: giraffe, elephant, monkey, or puppy. You can purchase the set of your choice for $60.50 at Trumpette.com.

Cardigans are perfect pieces for spring. They add an extra layer of warmth to spring outfits, and look great too. This sweet little cardigan from Le Top caught my eye with its fun combination of flowers and stripes in perfect spring pastels. On its own, it is defininitely cute, but paired with the right outfit (such as the Le Top overall set shown here), it achieves its full force. Although Le Top has never been a staple of my girls’ wardrobes, I have been very pleased with the quality of the few pieces that we have had, and trust the quality completely. The sweater is available in sizes from 24 months up to 4T and is currently on sale for $33 at BeetlesAndButterflies.biz. 

I was in elementary school when the Lacoste look hit it big the first time. It seemed that everyone was desperate to have that little alligator. I therefore feel amused, but also a bit nostalgic, when I see this look revisited. This baby blue Lacoste Classic sweater definitely has some 80s appeal, and would look great on either a boy or a girl. You can pair it with jeans or a denim skirt for a preppy casual look. The only downside is its $88 price tag. You can purchase one at milkshop.com. A navy version is also available.

Here’s a chance to make a smart purchase. These Black/Grey Diamond Horse Print Pullovers were designed to be sold at an international horse exposition. According to the site, there are just a few left over and they’re being offered to new customers at wholesale prices. They’re made from a very soft and luxurious pile fleece that looks really warm and cozy. Boys will like the horse design and you’ll love the quality at such a bargain. Visit CyndyLoveDesigns.com to purchase one for just $25. It’s available in size 5 only.