I’m loving this fabulous and French moon shaped crib by Creme Anglaise.  I love that it’s made of natural wood and the star shaped cutouts are a fantastic little touch.  There’s almost a magical quality to this crib and it’s certainly very unusual too.  Any baby who gets to sleep in one of these will be one lucky babe!  To find out more and see more pictures visit Creme Anglaise where you can contact them for more information too.

If you like a cot with a difference have a look at this lovely French vintage cot too.

Via Small Magazine

When I first saw ‘Nina and other little things’ I was hooked.  I have a bit of a stationery obsession anyway and when it’s as cute and pretty as this, there is no way I can resist.  The whole collection is based around a little biscuit sized character called Nina and she’s described by her creators as “Nina is a “pupetta”. She was born from pieces of cloth: her body is made of natural hemp fabric, cloak of red wool & her face sown in black cotton.  She’s like a little red hiding hood… almost invisible to many, she’s sometimes filled with sweet melancholy without knowing why, other times she’s exuberant, or plays lazily with her precious little pearls, or dances the “twist” with reels of cotton.  Nina exists only if you see her, and not everyone can.”

Nina is from Italy and comes in the form of notebooks, colour pencils, paper games, rag books, handmade artwork for kids and more.  Lots of sweet little things that will bring a big smile to your face.  I love the stationary she adorns but I also love the charming and whimsical little character that she is.  The the whole little red riding hood vibe makes it all even more adorable.  To check out all the lovely goodies head to Nina and Other Little Things where you’ll find a list of stockists too.

If you’re a Red Riding Hood fan, have a look at these plates and bowls from Argentina.  They’ve got quite a story behind them!

I’m so excited to introduce French Blossom, my newest sponsor.  French Blossom are an online store bringing together some of the most fabulous independent French kiddy designers.  You’ll find clothes, nursery decor and accessories from lovely brands like Eponime, Mimi’Lou, Bakker Made with Love, Poisson Bulle and more.  Some of the brands I’ve already shared with you but there are many more to discover.  As you know I’m a huge fan of French design for kids and French Blossom are too… that’s why I’m delighted to have them on board.

While checking out French Blossom’s store, there was one brand that immediately caught my eye.  It’s one I haven’t yet shared with you but I think it perfectly shows the philosophy and uniqueness of French design which is what we all love around here.  Loulou Eskimo is the one and they create original clothes that are playful and whimsical.  In Loulou Eskimo’s world styles can be mixed, rules can be broken; it’s all about celebrating individuality which is exactly what children are about.  The colours dominating their spring/summer 2012 collection are beautiful corals and sandy beige’s complimented by splashes of brighter hues.  The clothes are for 2 – 8 year old girls and you’ll find a selection over at French Blossom where you’ll also find other delectable French goodies for kids.

Some time ago I discovered the German Lieschen Mueller and I fell for her quirky dress wearing, bear-like dolls.  They were so unusual that I had to share them with you.  I’ve now discovered an equally quirky kiddy clothes collection by Lieschen Mueller and that’s what I’m going crazy for today.  I love the gorgeous cat and rabbit dresses with matching hats and then there are the tulle skirts in black and white and the sparkly gold ruffle shorts too.  All the pieces are hand made and have bags of whimsy and lots of dramatic style.  It’s part outfit, part dressing up and lots of fun for any little girl.  To check out the collection, head to the fabulous Line + Liv where you’ll find these clothes plus lots more stylish goodies for the kids.

If you’re a regular here you’ll know how much I love my wallpaper.  I’ve got the stuff pasted on many walls in my home including the bambino’s room where I chose the Pip Early Bird wallpaper.  I recently discovered Julia Rothman and her daydream wallpaper.  Birds floating amongst clouds in the most beautiful colourways is what I saw and it was love.  It would make a fabulous style statement in a nursery or kids space but would also be equally at home in an adult space… just the kind of thing that floats my boat.  I’m very keen on the design but I also love the range of colours that this bird wallpaper comes in; there are muted and soft colours as well as impactful and bright colours.  Julia Rothman is a Brookyn based designer who creates bold and whimsical designs not just to adorn wallpapers but also books, wall prints, totes and more. Check out Julia’s work at her site of head to Hygge & West for this wonderful and floaty birdy wallpaper.

Bobo Choses is a super cool kiddy clothes brand from sunny Spain and I’m a huge fan.  I’ve brought you their collections before and I’ve since discovered their home collection where they’ve got some funky rugs and chairs on offer.  I’m especially loving the rugs, many of which are playground themed and then there’s also the lovely camping themed one.  The little childlike illustrations of the swings, slides and see-saws are just adorable as are the colour combo’s especially the burnt orange colour which features on many of the rugs.  These tapestry rugs are hand made in India and Peru and would look cool not just as rugs but also as wall hangings in a kids space.  Bobo Choses have now got an online store so head there to check out their home wares as well as their trendy clothes.  

I love my ABC’s especially since they lend themselves to some amazing designs.  I don’t know many kids who don’t have some sort of alphabet adorned thing… be it wooden blocks, ABC cushions or even an alphabet duvet cover.  One of my favourite ABC adorned things is alphabet posters or prints and today I’ve discovered a new one which I wanted to share.  This is by a fabulously creative Swedish boutique called Fine Little Day started by a mama called Elisabeth Dunker.  Her aim is to make art and design a part of your everyday life and her store is full of goodies to help you do just that including this simple but stylish ABC poster.  I love the colours, I love the way some of the alphabets are turned in to cute objects and I even love the printing style.  Nothing fussy, just clean, fun ABC style!  Head to Fine Little Day to see this alphabet poster and to check out more of Elisabeth’s goodies.

I’m a bit of a stationery fiend.  I love buying the stuff and stashing it away for use one day.  Be it cool notebooks, pretty gift tags, quirky cards or gorgeous wrapping paper, I can’t resist.  And one of my favourite stores for the most unusual and most beautiful paper goodies is the Sydney based online store called Upon a Fold.  Today I’ve rounded up 6 of their cards and gift tags that are all super pretty, super fun or super cool in some way.  I’m just loving the gorgeous flower gift tags as well the the white dove card.  The chocolate lolly and the lollipop cards look good enough to eat while the clown card is colourful and fun!  Last is the beautiful elephant card where I’m loving the white with the hint of red.  Justine, the owner, seriously has an eye for the most fabulous paper goodies so head to Upon a Fold and have a browse.  Worldwide shipping is offered.

If you’d like to see another of my favourites from Justine’s store, check out this super simple but elegant bird mobile from Japan.

Blue for boy… not this time!  This is a cool blue nursery for a girl.  If you’re a regular around here you’ll know that I’m not a blue for boy and pink for girl type of mama.  So when I saw this nursery I loved it because it shows how blue can work so well for a girl too.  And besides the colour, I love the way the nursery has been put together.  It’s a mixture of styles with modern stuff as well as vintage, with retro and contemporary vibes making it a very unique and individual space.  I’ve also spotted decor stuff from many of my favourite kids brands like Lale, Ferm Living, Lucky boy Sunday and more.  The creator of this space has mixed different shades of blue from very pale to deep and then added splashes of other colours which all come together so well.  To find our more about all the goodies in this room, head to Style Cookie where I found this room. 

Want some more nursery decor ideas? Have a look at this chic Scandinavian nursery and this sunny yellow nursery.

Winter is truly here and I’m missing the sunshine.  I’m in need of a big warm hug from the sun so while I wait I thought I would bring you some kids clothes that have been injected with a little bit of sunny yellow.  I’m a huge fan of lots of yellow for nursery decor and for kiddy clothes but a splash of yellow with other colours works so well too.  Here are my top picks:

1.  The ever cool Bobo Choses brings us this ice-lolly vest for boy or girl.  You can get this at Orefeo Design.

2.  A pretty little crochet swing cardigan for baby girls from Les Jardins de Vie.  The lace details are just so girly and lovely.

3.  This sweet jumpsuit is from the fabulously stylish and fabulously French Bonpoint boutique and it’s for babies up to 2 years old.

4.  Adorable and bright, these little baby alpaca wool booties with suede soles are by Waddler and are hand made in Bolivia.

5.  Very unusual and very quirky with a vintage vibe is this postcard print dress by Dominique Ver Eecke from a boutique called Zoen.

6.  I’m loving the sunny yellow with the bold blue on these gorgeous little booties from Heart Felt 4 Kids.  The sunflower motif and floral lining makes them even more special.

7.  A flirty skirt in the most delicious berry and mustard colour combination – is there an adult version, please?!.  It’s by super trendy Miller London and it’s available from Elias & Grace.

8.  Angulus shoes have long been a favourite of mine and these pale yellow ones would be the perfect compliment to many an outfit on a dull winters day. They’re from Sparkle & Spin.

9.  Ouef NYC do create goodies that are hugely desirable as is this adorable 100% alpaca wool charcoal dress with cute heart shaped pockets in mustard.  Another lovely colour combo.