::Review:: Limited Edition PPB Boxy Backpacks at Nordstrom

I am not familiar with the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  Obviously if I had a Nordie's card, I'd be in so much more trouble than I already am.  Several mamas on the Petunia Mama's page were able to get an appointment to sneak peek at the Petunia Pickle Bottom boxy backpacks that are specially designed for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  I think this might be a once a year deal and when they are out, they are out.  The best part about these LE bags is the price.  You only pay $99+tax during the pre-sale or sale, instead of the regular $167+tax! A delicious Petunia Boxy for $99 is a steal, and think about it...no one else will have it since it's only exclusively sold at Nordie's!

There are three patterns, but I only saw two at the store.   

Meander in Marseilles

To me one looks similar to that of the India Ink color scheme but the pattern is almost the same as the Strolling in Salzburg. 

  Wandering Through Wales

The other one's pattern is close to that of Rhone Blooms and the color scheme is the same as Misty Shanghai. I definitely drooled. 

Thanks to my dear Petunia Mama Jill who first shared the stock photos on the Nordstrom Anniversary Catalog!! 

::Review:: India Ink Touring Tote

How many of you need a purse that can serve as a beautiful diaper bag? My first Petunia was indeed a touring tote ( Morning in Mumbai to be exact!). It was love at first sight. Being my first Petunia, its vibrant color scheme just blew me away the day I received it...Of course and every time I get the " That's a diaper bag???!!!" scream from a random stranger or a coworker.

The touring totes can be quite lovable and useful! I find the long messenger strap to be extremely comfortable on my shoulder and only use the short hobo strap when it's hung on a stroller. There's really no need to switch the straps back and forth though as the long messenger is adjustable. Did I mention it hangs on the stroller? A set of well made Petunia valet clips are included in every touring tote! If you are like me who carries a 18oz. Kleen Kanteen bottle, you'd be so happy that it fits in the bottle holders.  One holder for the sippy, and the other for the mommy who gets real thirsty after chasing the toddler around.

As my Petunia fever burst this Spring, I crazily searched for the classic pattern- India Ink. I fell in love with the clutch and once realized the touring tote was discounted and hard to find... man! That definitely put me on an urge to located one. Petunia is a collectible brand, have you realized?

To top its functionality, the India ink Touring Tote is now the home of my new iPad. I think they are love at first sight as well :) Steve Jobs cannot compete with THAT! (let alone they don't even produce enough iPad cases for all the iPads they manufacture?)

To buy one: Madison and Friends 

::FAQ:: Cross Town Clutch

Frenquently Asked Questions reagarding the Petunia Pickle Bottom crossing town clutches


Q: How big is it? It seems small to me.
A: Dimensions of Clutch: 12 x 8 x 4.5 in.  The clutch comes with a 23 in. diameter changing pad and a standard sized wipes case.  There are two pockets great for ointment, lip balm, and your cell phone.  There is a no more digging key fob.  You are able to fit two disposable diapers in it along with everything else.  Some moms like me remove the changing pad and the plastic wipes case to save room for other things such as a coupon folder and a wallet for grocery shopping.  So yes, it is a good size for a quick trip to the store with a baby.  


Q: Is the wristlet strap detachable? 
A: Yes, it is.  


Q: I know the new Spring 2010 collection clutches have the wrist straps that convert into shoulder straps, are they being sold separately for my older clutches?  
A: Sorry! The newly designed clutches have their own convertible straps but they aren't compatible for the past season clutches and they are also not sold separately.  (In another words, buy the new clutch if you are so bothered by it!)


Q: Are the cross town clutches glazed?
A: Yes! All of our cross town clutches are glazed which makes it easy to clean. 

Other questions? Just ask!!