If there is one thing to lust after for your nursery right now, it’s this soft rocking chair by design duo Committee. Whilst the traditional gliding nursing chairs are practical, you would hardly describe them as stylish, meaning that they are often redundant after you’ve ceased nursing your child and then relegated to the Ebay […]
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Decor Decisions with Mini Moderns Wallpaper
With only four weeks to go till I pop with ‘baby 2’ the nesting overdrive continues and a little while back I decided that I was going to redecorate the bambino’s room (well it won’t just be hers for much longer but let’s keep that between us). Actually, the boyf doesn’t quite ‘realise’ how my […]
Attitude of Gratitude
This week, Mothership, our Brit mum based in the US explains how being thankful with her family has been met with ingratitude… When I was little and first went to school I was completely baffled by the practice of saying prayers before school dinners. I came from a family of die-hard atheists and nobody had […]
Cool Animal Inspired Lighting for Children’s Rooms
Light up your child’s room with our current pick of stylish animal themed lamps, wall lights, and night lights. One of my favourite online stores, Nubie, really hits the right note with unusual children’s lighting by hip US brand Offi. Take your pick from either the stylish My PetLamp Dachshund Light (left) or the Howee […]
Best Children’s Wall Clocks
Elli writes… I chanced upon the Jet Set children’s wall clock at Habitat recently and it got me thinking about a wall clock for the nursery. We had a memorably twee Beatrix Potter one in our childhood bedroom, which is actually still hanging at home (my mum is a hoarder), but the right wall clock could be […]
New in at Nordic Kids
Elli writes…The fabulous Nordic Kids have just announced new spring/summer stock. I want it all! Here is my pick of the bunch. On a grey Monday morning in February this Yellow Smiling Sun Short Body leapt off the page. It’s the babygro equivalent of a summer holiday and I felt better for just looking at it. […]
Nursery Decor Ideas: Painting by numbers with Wallstory Murals
I probably haven’t uttered the words ‘painting by numbers’ since about twenty years ago, but the concept is still alive and kicking, only this time, it’s with wall murals from Wallstory. A do-it-yourself option created by Fiona, a Berkshire designer and mum, that will save you the small fortune you’d spend if you hired a […]
Poo-Nami: Why my kids can’t be left alone for five minutes
Generally speaking, the children all sleep for a solid twelve hour night, but sometimes one of them will wake. Occasionally two of them will stir. From time to time all three will summon my attendance. How I live for those nights; to be afforded an audience with the smallest members of the household, to break […]
Kids.modern Roundup
Yesterday, the boyf, the bambino and I braved the cold and headed over to Dulwich to check out some of the finest of modern design for kids. In stark contrast to Bubble which is trade only, there were ‘little people’ all over the place with frazzled, distracted parents like us following close behind them. The […]
Last Minute Valentine’s Suggestions
The boyf and I don’t really do Valentine’s day although in a special salute to the credit crunch we’ve decided to go out for dinner just for the hell of it. If however, you’re on the lookout for ideas, here are a few things that took my fancy…. ‘Union’ pillowcases by Twisted Twee Loving the […]
Review: Dribblebuster Bib
Elli writes…Â Could bibs count as a hobby or interest? It’s just that I feel I know quite a lot about them now, what with having a six month old daugher whose enthusiastic eating means that on some days she seems to spit up more than she keeps down. What’s more, we’re now at the beginning […]
Bump-friendly Hot Picks from All Saints’ New Collection
Elli writes…Â It’s easy to spot someone who shops at All Saints by the loose, layered styles and muted tones. When pregnant, it occurred to me that the roominess of some of the clothes make them a good option for mamas-to-be with the added bonus that you don’t have to pack them into storage when baby […]
New Store Alert! Adorable Tots
Natalie writes…There may be a credit crunch on but that’s not stopping new stores from springing up and selling luxurious baby gear. The latest store on the virtual block is Adorable Tots, who are selling high end furniture and furnishings. As you tend to get at this end of the spectrum, a lot of the […]
Bubble London Highlights
Ah…two days on the trot spent traipsing around trade shows with the bump and I feel like I need a holiday! I visited Top Drawer Spring (showcasing hot products for the home, gifts, and all sorts – totally amazing) and yesterday was spent at Bubble, the kids trade show. I shall be highlighting the former […]
Baby Clothes – Stars and Stripes Special
Elli writes…In the week that Obama is inaugurated as the 44th President of the United States, the star-spangled banner is everywhere. I thought that it would be fun to have a look for some baby stars and stripes to fit the mood. First up, a new arrival from that all-American brand Tommy Hilfiger – the […]
Aviation Lampshade
Natalie writes…Even though this is an uber busy lampshade, I’m still feeling it! Sold exclusively at Letterbox, this Aviation Lampshade features planes and clouds made from felt, and thankfully the planes are a lovely shade of blue, as opposed to the overbright blues that can make themed gear look a little on the cheap side. […]
Where to buy…Artwork for Baby Nurseries & Children’s Rooms
Natalie writes…Finding artwork to decorate kids living spaces like baby nurseries/children’s bedrooms and playrooms, can be a painstaking (and potentially expensive) task, but I’ve rounded up a selection of online retailers to suit a variety of tastes and budgets… Art of Illustration Definitely the spot for bringing out your nostalgic side, they sell original drawings, […]
Our Guide to…Baby Club Offers
Joining the various different baby clubs out there is an excellent way to save money on baby gear.Most of them send you vouchers or gifts upon joining and then periodically throughout your child’s first few years. The Boots Parenting Club is excellent, as soon as you know you are pregnant you can join and start […]
Handmade Scooters by Janoschik Toys
Natalie writes… If the sound of your bambino riding around on a handmade animal scooter is music to your ears, you must check out Janoschik Toys range of four-wheel scooters that are new in at Jellybean Group. Meticulously hand crafted in Germany to European standards, they’ve come up with classic animal designs for your bambino […]
Hot Toy List for Toddlers – Play Houses
Paperpod Cardboard Play Houses Paperpod probably have the most well known range of cardboard play houses from the giant house (left) which your tot may play in themselves or treat like a giant cardboard dolls house, to teepees, and rockets. They’re made from recycled cardboard and of course, they give you a great opportunity to […]
Hot Toy List for Toddlers – Ride On Toys
Hippychick Wheely Bug Cute but cool, it not only looks great but has fab manoeuvrability. The bug is a soft padded layer of sponge covered in a tough wipe clean, polyurethane skin available in a variety of animal themes. Sizes small for 1-2 years or large for 2-5 years. Best Buy £42.95 to £49.95 from […]