The Third Annual Rise and Shine Walk will be held on Saturday, February 21st, 2009, 8:00 a.m. at Cole Park.
Please join The Rise School of Corpus Christi as we set a World Record for The World’s Largest Living Sun. All walkers will participate as we stand in the shape of the Rise School Sun Logo. A photo will be taken and submitted to The Guinness Book of World Records.
Forms can be downloaded from the link or from http://www.riseschool.org/corpuschristi/images/risewalk09form.pdf and then dropped off at Belly & Baby and Hopscotch.
See you there!
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Spring Cleaning & Sales!
Get a jump on spring cleaning! Clean out your closet and bring us your gently used maternity clothes. Bring in 6 pieces or more and receive 20% OFF your same-day purchase at Belly & Baby and Hopscotch! Discount applies to your ENTIRE purchase of ALL in-store items. We will then donate your old maternity clothes to The Women's Shelter of Corpus Christi. Charitable donations, a clean closet, and a discount...what more could you ask for?
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Our number 1 Question.
We get asked a lot of questions every day: "Is this the only size you have?", "What other colors does this come in?", "Do you have a restroom I can use?". But hands down the number one question is "Who does your photography?" We personally use and recommend the following 3 photographers. They are all amazing and great to work with and we have samples from all hanging in the store. So use them with confidence and enjoy!
Lauren Savage: http://www.laurenportraitart.com/
Sweet Pea Photography: http://sweetpeaphotography.typepad.com/
Brenda Miles: http://www.westlightstudio.com/
Lauren Savage: http://www.laurenportraitart.com/
Sweet Pea Photography: http://sweetpeaphotography.typepad.com/
Brenda Miles: http://www.westlightstudio.com/
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Make her Valentine's Day "Splendid"!
We can always count on Splendid for just the right outfit! They've come up with plenty of pink and red choices for the little ones. This cherry red and silver lurex striped dress has the girliest ruffle front and would be perfect paired with some BabyLegs on a cool day.
Little Golden Books
We are now carrying Little Golden Books! All your old favorites, like The Poky Little Puppy, Richard Scarry, Scuffy the Tugboat, and many others. For the littlest ones, we have Pat the Bunny and Baby's First Book, as well as baby books and journals for mom. Come check out our Vintage Valentines, a book of old-fashioned punch-out Valentine's cards.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Melissa & Doug for Valentine's Day!
New items from Melissa & Doug make the perfect Valentine's Day gifts!
Sweet Hearts wooden bead sets... decorate-your-own heart shaped boxes, piggy banks, or princess mirrors...they're the perfect gifts for your little sweethearts! We have other new Melissa & Doug items in, like ride 'n' play unicorns and stick horses! And as always, with Melissa & Doug, the quality is high and the price is not.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Corpus Christi Caller Times - Leaders in Business
Leader in Business: 01.18.09
Stephanie Harrison, co-owner of Baby and Belly
Stephanie Harrison and Sarah Graf are co-owners of Belly & Baby and Hopscotch. Harrison says supporting local businesses is a good way to keep the local economy healthy. 'Residents just need to give Corpus Christi a chance,' she said.
Address: 3818 S. Alameda St., Suite 36
Phone: 991-2540
Company description: designer maternity and baby clothing
Hometown: Corpus Christi
Years in business: 3
Tenure in position: 3 years
Education: Incarnate Word Academy, 1995; Del Mar College, 2000
First job: I was 17 and got a job at Christmastime at Kirkland's in the mall. I worked the register and mainly did crowd control. People are very territorial about ornaments and tree toppers they spot from a distance. I didn't like it because I was young and that time of year is extremely busy. I had no desire to do retail for quite a while after that.
Biggest career break: Becoming pregnant about six years ago. I have a 5-year-old son, James, and I had to buy all my maternity clothing out of town during my pregnancy. When I became pregnant with my second child, Hannah, I realized I needed to bring designer maternity brands and style to Corpus Christi. Women should not have to alter their style once they become pregnant. There are many designers that also produce maternity lines.
Business turning point: We opened in March 2005 in Crossroads Shopping Center in a 900-square-foot site. In November 2007, I joined my sister and co-owner, Sarah Graf, and moved to our new location at Lamar Park Shopping Center. It has more than 2,400 square feet. With the move, partnership and the chance for customers to register for their baby showers, we started offering children's clothing up to a size 14. Customers often comment that they're surprised we were here.
Business philosophy: We treat our customers how we want to be treated. Everyone is treated like an old friend when they walk in. And we firmly believe in helping the customer find just the right item, even if that means sending them to another local store.
How would you improve Corpus Christi's business climate? We understand that this is a difficult and trying time for many people but I would remind residents to shop locally. You would be surprised how many wonderful things are available here in Corpus Christi without having to travel to San Antonio. You don't have to spend the additional money on gas, food and accommodations. Many local shops carry name-brand high-end designers such as Nicole Miller and Diane von Furstenberg. Residents just need to give Corpus Christi a chance. The more business local shops get, the more it encourages business owners to branch out. We buy items from local designers. Those dollars spent in the city stay in the city. They go to local wages, which pay local taxes and help the overall economy. It's all hand-to-hand and we need to help each other.
Stephanie Harrison, co-owner of Baby and Belly
Stephanie Harrison and Sarah Graf are co-owners of Belly & Baby and Hopscotch. Harrison says supporting local businesses is a good way to keep the local economy healthy. 'Residents just need to give Corpus Christi a chance,' she said.
Address: 3818 S. Alameda St., Suite 36
Phone: 991-2540
Company description: designer maternity and baby clothing
Hometown: Corpus Christi
Years in business: 3
Tenure in position: 3 years
Education: Incarnate Word Academy, 1995; Del Mar College, 2000
First job: I was 17 and got a job at Christmastime at Kirkland's in the mall. I worked the register and mainly did crowd control. People are very territorial about ornaments and tree toppers they spot from a distance. I didn't like it because I was young and that time of year is extremely busy. I had no desire to do retail for quite a while after that.
Biggest career break: Becoming pregnant about six years ago. I have a 5-year-old son, James, and I had to buy all my maternity clothing out of town during my pregnancy. When I became pregnant with my second child, Hannah, I realized I needed to bring designer maternity brands and style to Corpus Christi. Women should not have to alter their style once they become pregnant. There are many designers that also produce maternity lines.
Business turning point: We opened in March 2005 in Crossroads Shopping Center in a 900-square-foot site. In November 2007, I joined my sister and co-owner, Sarah Graf, and moved to our new location at Lamar Park Shopping Center. It has more than 2,400 square feet. With the move, partnership and the chance for customers to register for their baby showers, we started offering children's clothing up to a size 14. Customers often comment that they're surprised we were here.
Business philosophy: We treat our customers how we want to be treated. Everyone is treated like an old friend when they walk in. And we firmly believe in helping the customer find just the right item, even if that means sending them to another local store.
How would you improve Corpus Christi's business climate? We understand that this is a difficult and trying time for many people but I would remind residents to shop locally. You would be surprised how many wonderful things are available here in Corpus Christi without having to travel to San Antonio. You don't have to spend the additional money on gas, food and accommodations. Many local shops carry name-brand high-end designers such as Nicole Miller and Diane von Furstenberg. Residents just need to give Corpus Christi a chance. The more business local shops get, the more it encourages business owners to branch out. We buy items from local designers. Those dollars spent in the city stay in the city. They go to local wages, which pay local taxes and help the overall economy. It's all hand-to-hand and we need to help each other.
Belly & Baby and Hopscotch has joined the blog world!
Hello Belly & Baby and Hopscotch customers and friends! Check us out for updates on new merchandise and product reviews.
Thanks for checking us out!
Stephanie & Sarah
Thanks for checking us out!
Stephanie & Sarah
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