New Stock Dilemma

It's 43 degrees here today, and whilst I have 2 other blog posts on the go I cant seem to finish them. So instead I'll chat about other things on my mind- New stock.

Unless its a no brainer item (Baby related and sensibly affordable to everyone)  I get scared (well that's not the right word, but definitely weary) when choosing new stock to buy for Baby For Life. It's a cash outlay upfront, with no data to tell you if it will sell or sit in plastic tubs in the shed losing me money. I falter, I hesitate & usually I don't end up buying and then miss out later on when I see other stores successfully selling said item.

First up is the Pixie rug- It's so very popular, it's Great Quality and it looks Fab. I love it, but not sure if it's a right fit for the store- Will my customers- you people love it like I do? Will you willingly fork out the $85 for it? It ''seems'' like alot of money- but a Picnic Rug, and one that looks like this is not something you will have to buy often. So here they are.

 My reasoning on adding this one- is lifestyle, out and about with kids and babies and something Mums can splash and buy for themselves. 

My next item- One I've been thinking bout since before Xmas is the Kids Teepee's

Oh they're so cute- and I'd happily have this set up in my house instead of the countless amounts of blankets thrown over my table & the kids table- but concern again is price? I am still gauging what price bracket you're all in. If you cant afford it well it wont matter how pretty it is . I think my boys would lose their mind if they had one of these. Though I'm sure I'd get frustrated as it got dragged from inside to outside the house on a constant basis.

Here is one I've been looking at from Nic-Nac

nic-nac teepees come in two sizes ... 5 foot (1.5m) and 7 foot (2.1m).  They are identical except for their size, and number of poles.  This is the page to purchase a FIVE foot (small) teepee - to order a SEVEN foot (large) - See more at: http://www.nic-nac.com.au/products/kids-play-tents-teepees-for-sale-online-in-australia-nic-nac/133/1#sthash.Wo5wjJBE.dpuf

nic-nac teepees come in two sizes ... 5 foot (1.5m) and 7 foot (2.1m).  They are identical except for their size, and number of poles.  This is the page to purchase a FIVE foot (small) teepee - to order a SEVEN foot (large) - See more at: http://www.nic-nac.com.au/products/kids-play-tents-teepees-for-sale-online-in-australia-nic-nac/133/1#sthash.Wo5wjJBE.dpuf

Nic-nac teepees come in two sizes ... 5 foot (1.5m)  $98.95 

and 7 foot (2.1m) $149.95

Each teepee (both sizes) comes with;
1x carry bag with strap for easy carting off to the beach or park

1x 100% cotton cover, machine washable, natural colour, light and breathable fabric, perfect for the Australian climate.  The cover has a tie at the top, to ensure teepee cover stays perfectly in place and can be adjusted.

6x wooden poles for the 7 foot (and 5 poles for the 5 foot)

Teepees are fantastic for use all year round, and both inside and out, in the bedroom, in the park, in the garden, at the beach, so many options for imaginative play ... and more importantly - these are the ideal gift for any age, from babies, through to toddlers, kids and tweens, and even as a reading (ipad?!) nook for teens - they're fantastic. -

nic-nac teepees come in two sizes ... 5 foot (1.5m) and 7 foot (2.1m).  They are identical except for their size, and number of poles.  This is the page to purchase a FIVE foot (small) teepee - to order a SEVEN foot (large) - See more at: http://www.nic-nac.com.au/products/kids-play-tents-teepees-for-sale-online-in-australia-nic-nac/133/1#sthash.Wo5wjJBE.dpuf

nic-nac teepees come in two sizes ... 5 foot (1.5m) and 7 foot (2.1m).  They are identical except for their size, and number of poles.  This is the page to purchase a FIVE foot (small) teepee - to order a SEVEN foot (large) - See more at: http://www.nic-nac.com.au/products/kids-play-tents-teepees-for-sale-online-in-australia-nic-nac/133/1#sthash.Wo5wjJBE.dpuf

I think I've sold myself on this Teepee :) I'd like to add this to the store because I think Imaginative play, and especially outdoor play is really important for kids. Whilst we bought our son Memphis (who has just turned 5) a leap pad tablet for xmas he is on limited usage per day as i want him to continue being active and doing all the wonderful things kids should do (no couch potatoes here thanks)

eepees ... the 7 foot version!
nic-nac teepees come in two sizes ... 5 foot (1.5m) and 7 foot (2.1m) This is the page to purchase a SEVEN foot (large) teepee - to order a FIVE foot (small) teepee, click here 
Each teepee (both sizes) comes with;
1x carry bag with strap for easy carting off to the beach or park
1x 100% cotton cover, machine washable, natural colour, light and breathable fabric, perfect for the Australian climate.  The cover has a tie at the top, to ensure teepee cover stays perfectly in place and can be adjusted.
6x wooden poles
6x wooden beads which slot between each pole at the top, to ensure perfect spacing
- See more at: http://www.nic-nac.com.au/products/nic-nac-wooden-pole-teepees-7-foot-lg/197/1#sthash.HDZ7I2R6.dpuf

Next on the list is the Beautiful range of Muslin Wraps, sleeping bags, toys, cuddlies & more from Aden + Anais. I love this range. I hesitate with the sleeping bags only because there are so many different designs to choose from then lots of sizes in each design. It's alot of stock to have on hand but if we were to stock this brand I'd happily take special Customer orders :)

                     Lovey $29.95                                           Easy Swaddle $34.95

This brand is definitely relevant to baby for life, and I think it would sell well. Perhaps I should just start with a small range and go from there.

So where to from here?? You all comment below or on facebook or via email info@babyforlfie.com.au and let me know your thoughts! I'd love your input- Baby For Life should be what you all want! 

Seriously Help! Please