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Art Director's Club of Denver awards Petunia Pickle Bottom catalogs with honors and many words of praise

   

The Art Director's Club of Denver's 53rd Annual Awards revealed a number of amazing projects that design firms in the mile high city have been turning out.  Among the accolades was great praise for our client Petunia Pickle Bottom's fabulous catalogs.  

Proving that they're just as genius at creating marketing materials as they are at creating amazing bags and baby products, Petunia's Spring 2008 catalog was clearly a labor of love.

Created with the firm Genesis, the Spring Collection 2008 catalog features page after page of stylish and playful images depicting vintage moms with their very cool Petunia bags. 

Both the Petunia Pickle Bottom Spring Collection 2008 book, and the Petunia Cake Collection catalog 2008 won Gold Medals in the Brand and Corporate Identity divisions of the competition. 

Of the Petunia Spring Collections 2008 catalog, judge Alan Leusink wrote:

"Small things speak volumes. The “Petunia Pickle Bottom” spring catalog is not only a collection of chic baby accessories, but elegant photography, classic typography and sophisticated design. It's design has characteristics of a familiar children’s book delivered in a refined, aspirational lifestyle—taking you through a world of visuals from Paris to Katmandu."

Adrian Grenier has an Afternoon in Katmandu

Spotted on Upscalebaby - this news item about Entourage star Adrian Grenier and girlfriend Isabel Lucas.

The two were seen shopping at Los Angeles' Petit Tresor a couple weeks ago. 

According to sources, their purchases included our client Petunia Pickle Bottom's Afternoon in Katmandu Touring Tote.

The blog writes:

"Part of the company’s  latest line, this bag deviates from the boxy backpack style that the company is famous for.  Designed to look more like a handbag, and to fit easily onto a stroller, this bag is sleek and well-designed for a mom on the go.  The exterior features the new glazed finish which can be wiped clean.

The pattern of peacock feathers is embellished with hand embroidery.  Inside the bag has pockets for essentials such as bottles/cups, diapers, and cell phones.  It comes with the classic Petunia Pickle Bottom signature wipes holder.  While only time will tell the reason for Grenier’s and Lucas’s purchases, it is clear that this hip new design is taking off."

Available at petittresor.com.

Neiman Marcus' ridiculously cute kid's book

My mailbox has been filling up lately with gorgeous fall catalogs for clothing, gifting, decorating, and home design products that are so tempting they literally make you drool.

So when I got the new Neiman Marcus Kid Book the other day I was really taken.  The cover with a blue parakeet making a nest in the little girl's hair (shown left) is trademark Neiman's - super creative, and always with an artful edge. 

I was also really excited to see our client Petunia Pickle Bottom's stupendously stylish Cake Cosmopolitan Bags featured on page 22.   This bag is an innovative home run for designer and Petunia founder DeNai Jones, who created it.  With it's vintage roots and vivid fabric detailing, it photographs well - but the real fun is when you see it in person.  It's a showstopper of a bag.  I've taken various models from the Petunia Cake collection out for a spin on the streets of New York on the way to press meetings and events, and passersby never fail to stop and ask about it.  Yes, it's a baby bag, but only if you put baby stuff into it.  Otherwise, it's a nice lightweight, expressive accessory that carries oodles of items without losing it's shape that both moms, and non-moms can enjoy. 

Petunia Pickle Bottom also has a really cute Petunia store online at the Neiman Marcus website.  Products from the much adored baby bag collection for men and women are offered. 

Right now, Neiman's has a special event through September 15 - if you spend $175 on kid's products (which includes the Petunia Collections) you get a special NMKids gift tote.  Be sure to see the NM website for more details.   

Fawn by Petunia: Dewberry Collection

Petunia Pickle Bottom's luscious Fawn Collection is an infant bedding ensemble like no other.

Created from the most delightful brocades and linens one can imagine, the various sets will get your imagination whirling with possibilities.

Here we're featuring Dewberry Roll.   Designed by DeNai Jones, this fabric is an ode to vintage wallpaper from the art deco era.

Dewberry Roll is made from scrumptious brocade and 100% linen. A pink aster scrolled medallion motif dances across a flax colored background.  Flax colored linen sheets and a soft, brocade edged crib blanket complete the look.

The Crib Set includes an ultra plush bumper with box-pleated corners and brocade ties, an elegant box-pleated crib skirt, an incredibly soft double sided velour linen and brocade blanket, a 100% cotton matching fitted crib sheet and a linen and brocade accent pillow.  About $580. 

Dewberry Roll is also available in the super innovative Cariboo Bassinet Set.  Cariboo is a remarkable line of bassinets designed and made in New Zealand.  The Fawn Bassinet Bag features simple yet elegant touches that enrich and personalize the beauty of the Cariboo.  About $158. 

   

Petunia is Droolworthy

It's always an honor to see our clients on the Babble.com site.  It's truly a fun and interesting collection of essays, advise, and product trends. 

Our client Petunia was featured on the site's blog "Droolworthy" recently - with a hearty rundown of the company's new bags. 

They write:

"Petunia Pickle Bottom, besides having a fantastic name, makes scrumptious diaper bags and coordinating baby slings....Known for using exotic brocade patterns, Petunia’s bags are sophisticated and beautiful enough to be worn as handbags, long after the need to carry diapers."

Thanks Babblers!  We think you're swell too.  Read the entire post and check out other features on their site.

Petunia celebrates fall with Moon Over Macau

As Petunia Pickle Bottom welcomes Fall, their new collection of fabrics and products are rolling into stores across the country (and the world for that matter). 

One of the Cross Town Clutch Collection's most fabulous new additions is this design, which DeNai Jones playfully named "Moon Over Macau".

The stylish motif of fog colored pansies strewn across a black background is dramatically set off by a marigold, buttercup and grass green hand embroidered detail.  The look reminds of a romantic moonlit night, and is the perfect accessory for an evening out with family, or to compliment a favorite pair of Fall boots.  The glazed fabric promises years of faithful wear, while the hand embroidery gives the bag a couture feel.   

Created to be diaper bag, but offering so much more appeal, Moon Over Macau is matched with a black water resistant liner and straps, many pockets for diapers, wipes, and creams, and a changing pad, which babies tell us they find very comfy (see one of the Petunia babies below).  A wristlet lets you dangle the bag as needed, or attach to the handle of a stroller very easily.   The bag is PVC free, and also comes in Touring Tote, and Boxy Backpack styles.

   

Meet DeNai and family on Parents.com

We're really jazzed that our clients at Petunia Pickle Bottom were chosen for a great profile piece for Parents.com.

The website gets really, ooodles, of traffic and the feature "Meet the Parents" is one of the site's most popular.

Co-founders of Petunia are Braden and DeNai Jones (with a little help from babies Sutton and Miller) and a lot of help from partner Korie Conant.  The little family is just busting with pop culture zeal matched with photogenic appeal, so their appearance on the feature was a natural fit.

The article, which is well documented with a rich collection of photographs, follows along from the moment the couple met just after high-school (yes, say it with me: aaaawwww) to their current lifestyle with 2 young kids and a burgeoning company.  Read the whole story and see all 18 photos here.

Flickr find: My new Petunia Pickle Bottom baby bag

My new Petunia Pickle Bottom baby bag, originally uploaded by The Doe or the Deer.

Spotted on Flikr, this shot of Petunia's Trotting in Tiergarten's Boxy Backpack. Contributor Doe the Deer loves hers!

Gifting the new mom: Rock with a little Red

With a little help from your friend red, winter is a lot cheerier.  Set against a background of snow, or a forest of green, red is a color that suggest boldness and power.  Just the energizing message a new mom needs.

Here we've picked some of our fav's from our clients Petunia Pickle Bottom and Hand Picked Pumpkin. 

Above is from the new glazed collection at Petunia.  This one, Sightseeing in Sumatra has a modern flair with its distinct graphic design and black trim. 

Since it's water resistant it's the bag to have in the snow and wet weather of Winter.

Below are a few more picks that would be treasured by every new mom.

 

DeNai Jones on The Cradle

Our client DeNai Jones of Petunia Pickle Bottom is a featured columnist currently on theCradle.com - a new, super cute, website dedicated to family.

DeNai's first article is  about all the goodies one needs to pack in a diaper bag.

This coming from someone who virtually wrote the book on diaper bags, is good advice. 

Read DeNai's article here. 

Scrumptious Sling Week - day 4 - Petunia's Teaberry Roll for two

Vintage wallpaper fueled the inspiration for this remarkable print designed by DeNai Jones. 

Distinct medallions are set against a brown background.  It's a beautiful neutral combination perfect for holiday.

Part of Petunia Pickle Bottom's Serenity Collection - the sling is tapered at the shoulder and curved at the base.  About $91. 

Comes packaged in this beautiful Petunia Pickle Bottom gift box.

 

Scrumptious Sling Week - day 3 - Morning in Mumbai

Imagine something so gorgeous and soft that's Eco friendly too.  Made of super comfy 100% organic cotton the Sojourn Sling Collection is a must have for moms who love style.

Designed by Petunia Pickle Bottom, Morning in Mumbai has the sporty flair moms need for everyday errands. 

The prancing plum colored peacock motif of this sling is set against 2 shades of green.

The knit fabric stretches for an easy ride.  The pouch style design makes it safe and easy to put on.  It can hold a baby up to 32 pounds, and comes in S, M, L. 

The Morning in Mumbai fabric is also available in glazed diaper bags from Petunia.

Shown below is the Petunia Pickle Bottom Boxy Backpack which can be worn as a shoulder bag, backpack, or clipped to the handles of a stroller as shown.  The PVC free glazed fabric of this bag makes it super durable and great for the winter months.  About $162. Be sure to note the beautiful hand embroidered flower detail on the flap of the bag below - makes the bag really special.   

 

Scrumptious Sling Week - day 2- Petunia's Baroque Roll Serenity Sling

This is truly one of the most elegant baby slings you'll find anywhere.

The Baroque Roll is part of Petunia Pickle Bottom's Serenity Collection.

The sling features a cerulean and venetian blue brocade design that was inspired by Victorian wallpaper. 

Tapered at the shoulder and curved at the base, this is a comfy ride for babies, and a gorgeous accessory for moms.

Comes in S, M, L.  Pair with a bag from the Baroque Roll fabric collection, or a lush Receiving Blanket as shown below, for a really remarkable gift set.