Entries Tagged as 'For mamas'

Be charmed by Sisters Guild

September 23, 2011

"Sisters Guild Vintage inspired toys and decor"

Today I wanted to share this beautiful, charming store called Sisters Guild with you.  Sisters Guild is the vision of 2 sisters who really embrace beauty and creativity in everything they do.   They offer kids clothes, toys, decor, party stuff and even stuff for mama’s.  Many of their goodies are vintage inspired; some that will feel familiar from your own childhood, others that will be a new take on an old favourite and yet others that will be completely new ideas.

All the pieces are hand picked by the 2 sisters and are chosen for their appealing looks, their design and their ability to inspire.  You’ll find beautifully made toys that you’ll want to keep forever, timeless clothes that can be handed down from one child to another, pretty little things for yourself or for a good friend and covetable pieces to brighten up your home.  This store is special so do check out Sisters Guild and while you’re there don’t miss their blog… it’s seriously good.

"French hand made dolls"

"handmade balloon mobile for babies"

"handmade nursery tree decoration"

The Frenchies have done it again.  This time it’s a shop called Cocon filled with the most beautiful objects.  Little things like mobiles, cloud coasters and even a handmade linen and wool beanstalk adorn the shelves of Cocon.  Beautiful, delightful and charming are the best words to describe this shop.  Cocon is owned by Masami Akatsuka who hand makes all the objects of desire herself.  She’s a designer, a stylist and an artist who clearly has an eye for exquisite things.

I love all her products; there’s an innate beauty that radiates from all.  But I especially love the little jade plants, the cloud coasters and the balloon mobile.  Perfect little decorative objects that would add a touch of beautiful style to any nursery or to any part of your home.  Visit Cocon to see more and do have a look at Rosemary and Emma, 2 decorative dolls with the dreamiest of outfits.  Prices range from around €10 to €140 and shipping is worldwide. UK shipping costs around €8.  Cocon is truly a rare diamond.

Not a nappy bag

June 23, 2011

"bantie bag paradis yellow"Yes mama’s, you read that right.  This is so not a nappy bag but it’s perfect for nipping out in style with a few much needed baby supplies.  I don’t believe you have to buy something labeled as a nappy bag or nappy wallet, any bag that’s got style will do.  This also means you can buy many more bags ‘cos you can always use them after the nappy days are over (and you’ll be happily feeding that handbag addiction too).

This bag with it’s sunny yellow background and the black and white birds is perfect for nipping out for a few hours.  I’d say it’s in between a full on bag and a nappy wallet.  Do we need an in between, I hear you ask.  The short answer is no, but do we want an in between? Hell, yes!  Which woman would say no to owning more bags?!  If she exists, I haven’t met her yet.  This bag’s by Bantie, a Swedish design company with a penchant for creating unusual and cool textiles.  Head to their shop where the Paradis Yellow bag costs €56.

"lale suitcase""lale suitcase"

How super cute are these retro suitcases?  They’re gorgeous and I’m thinking no little girl (or big girl even) should be without.  Use it as storage indoors or better yet take it out filled with whatever stuff you can’t leave home without.  Made by the French Lale, there’s a range of deliciously chic retro prints on offer.  I can’t even begin to choose a favourite, so I’m not going to try.  They come in 2 sizes, small for the smalls in your life and big for the mama’s.  The mini ones measure 21x16cms and the maxi ones measure 39x29cms.  What a stylish hospital bag the big one would make for an expectant mama or even a very covetable retro diaper bag.  My hospital bag time has long passed but I’m seriously tempted for ebabee no.1.  You can get a selection from elias & grace for £40 for the small one and £60 for the big or try smallable.com who deliver internationally.

"whoost diaper changing bag"

I’ve been keeping my eyes peeled for a cool nappy bag (or diaper bag if you’re one of my USA readers) but the ones I’ve seen just don’t cut the mustard.  Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with them and some are even nice but they’re just so samey (yawn).  Last night, nappy bag boredom was setting in when suddenly I saw it and my eyes nearly popped out of my head!  I speak of this bag by Whoost! Samey, it definitely ain’t.  Quirky, colourful and very unusual, it’s got the wow factor.  Carry this and you’re guaranteed to stand out from the (changing room) crowds.  Whoost! was started by a Belgium mama of 2 and she creates the most deliciously funky bags.  This nappy changing bag can even be customised to your wants and once you’re out of nappy changing jail, you can use it as a handbag or laptop bag.  This funky diaper bag comes in a range of colours, has 2 handles plus a detachable strap and costs €199.95 including shipping.  Check it out at Whoost!

For another cool baby changing idea, checkout baby spare wear. It’s a simple idea but sometimes, the simple ones are the best.

"baby safety products"

Baby safety products, we all need them.  But they’re hardly exciting or wantable, are they?  Or that’s what I thought until today.  Checkout the super funky baby proofing stuff from Beaba.  They’ve got the coolest looking cupboard locks, socket covers, door catches and more.  Quirky, crazy, vibrant, maybe even over the top for some, but dull they’re definitely not.  They cost from £3.99 plus £2.99 delivery.  Say goodbye to boring white and hello to dizzying colourful-ness!  Baby safety products just got delicious!

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