Kids Atlanta - August 24, 2009

Creature Comfort

Tutu Kids Accessories

Little lambs are often curious about all creatures great and small.

But if your tyke is critter crazy, he’ll flip for Tutu Kids’s one-of-a-kind pillows, wall hangings, blankets, backpacks, and purses.

Designed by European-born, Decatur-based architect and mompreneur Anja Weninger, the simple styles feature hand-cut felt appliques adored by parents and their progeny. Loose tails, floppy ears, metal grommets, and shiny sequins bring elephants, rhinos, and other four-legged friends to life.

They’ll learn soon enough that it’s a zoo out there.

Might as well go wild.

Available at Beehive Co-Op, 1831a Peachtree Road, Buckhead (404-351-1166 or beehiveco-op.com).

CHEER
Red Bull Soapbox Race
What: Watch 45 teams compete in wonderfully whacky, human-powered vehicles.
Why: Costumes and silly skits included.
When: Sat. Pits open, 11 a.m.; first race, 1 p.m.
Where: 10th St., near Piedmont Park, Midtown (404-434-5636).

HEAR
Ellis Paul
What: Kiddie crossover star (and Parents’ Choice award winner) rocks a singer-songwriter vibe for the small set.
Why: Perfect for family folks.
When: Sat., noon.
Where: Eddie’s Attic, 515b N. McDonough St., Decatur (404-377-4976).

SEE
Artspalooza
What: A once-a-year festival of free performances by musicians, dancers, puppeteers, storytellers, and more.
Why: It’s the best fest of the year.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Where: Woodruff Arts Center, Memorial Arts Building, 1280 Peachtree St., Midtown (404-733-5293).