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We know fairies from movies and books as mythical, magical, and playful creatures, but where does their story come from? If your little one loves to dress like their favorite character in a fairy dress up costume, adding a little bit of historical knowledge can color fairy curiosity and playtime imagination. Here we’ll dive into the mythology and history behind fairies of folklore and modern culture. Fairies as we understand them originate from Pre-Christian and Pagan traditions, and could come in many different forms. Some were seen as sprite-like women with wings who were very sweet and angelic, like we traditionally...

If you’re a longtime Teetot fan, you’re probably already familiar with our fantastic astronaut costume. You’ll also be excited to see that we have a brand-new astronaut dress-up costume, just in time for the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing. Orange Flight Suits Versus White Spacewalk Suits Our old astronaut costume was modeled off of the infamous orange “launch & entry” suits, worn to provide basic protection and support during takeoff. For many of us, though, the quintessential astronaut uniform is not the orange flight suit, but rather the bulky white spacewalk suit that we saw Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin wear...

Children have the unique ability to use their imaginations anytime and anywhere using whatever they have on hand. Even the simplest of objects can be incorporated into their play. Costumes and dress ups quickly spark ideas in kids’ imaginations for pretend worlds and magical possibilities. Speaking of magic, Teetot & Co. Inc provides a variety of fairy costumes with the accessories to complete any magical look. The enchanted fairy or garden fairy costumes include shimmering fairy wings and jeweled magic wands to inspire endless adventures. Try out some of the following activities for fairy princess themed parties or play. Fairy...

Does your child have a favorite article of clothing? The kind that gets worn day in and day out? The kind that you have to bribe them to take off just so you can throw it in the wash? If so, then you know that it doesn’t take long for dirt, rips, and missing pieces to wear the glamour off of that favorite item. As a parent, it can put you in a tight spot, trying to clean and repair your child’s favorite outfit, especially when it happens to be a costume that was poorly-constructed, and certainly not meant to last for as...

The verdict is in: Toddlers thrive through creative play. Not only is creative play tons of fun for toddlers, but it also allows them to thrive physically, socially, emotionally and mentally. Why Is Creative Play Important? Creative play is important to toddlers for several reasons. It allows them to develop their five senses. Toddlers use their ears to listen, their mouths to verbalize, their hands to craft and create, their eyes to comprehend – even their noses when pretending to be a chef in the kitchen! Creative play allows toddlers to express how they see the world and their place in...