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.
There’s something special about canal houses, y’know the kind you find in Amsterdam. And there’s something equally special about these canal cardboard storage houses. They’re just so cool. They come as a set of 3, each with a different shaped roof… how authentic! Each canal house box has a different coloured interior and a white exterior that is screaming to be decorated. Sticker them, paint them, draw on them, wallpaper them, the choice is yours. Made of 100% biodegradable cardboard, they’re sturdy and even have a carry handle. Measuring around 53 x 33 x 22cms, they’re not as tiny as they look in their photo’s. The set of 3 Amsterdam canal storage boxes normally cost £25 but they’re currently on sale for £15 from All up and on and delivery’s £3.98.
Update: The shop mentioned in the post has closed down and I can’t find these boxes anywhere else. Sorry. But if you like these, then checkout the Amsterdam Cabinets. They’re cool!
If you’re thinking nursery accent colours, think turquoise blue. Bright, fresh and cool, it works stunningly well with other vibrant shades like fuchsia, sunshine yellow and vivid greens. Just look at the picture above*. I’m loving the apple green with lots of bold and bright turquoise blue accessories and furniture. For boy or girl, nursery or toddler room, turquoise is hot! And I’ve got 7 uber cool decor and furniture ideas for you to look at and start getting inspired.
*Picture from ohdeedoh
1. Oval bookshelves by Sebra
I’m loving these versatile shelves in the most delicious shades of turquoise. Use them for books, DVD’s, small toys and more. They can even be placed on the floor for easy reach by little arms. They come as a set of 4 in various sizes and cost £120 with free delivery from Kidsen.
2. Felt wall flowers to hang
Oooh… these flowers have got me wanting! Handmade in glorious turquoise with just a dash of gold felt, these flowers are super stunning. They come as a set of 3 measuring 8 inches, 11 inches and 14 inches and are ready to hang. Place them over a cot or junior bed and prepare to be wowed! They cost $90 plus $12 for shipping from Lilac Saloons shop on Etsy.
3. Elephant fleece blanket
Elephants are a favourite ’round here. They just work so well on kiddy stuff. And this blanket is no exception. It’s bright, it’s sweet and can also be used as a throw to embellish your turquoise theme. The elephant fleece blanket measures 70x90cms and costs £18 plus £5.50 delivery from Scandiliving.
4. Toy storage bucket
These tubs are normally used for gardening and DIY but I love them as toy storage buckets. They come in various sizes so you can get one of each. And these storage buckets definitely won’t break the bank. Cool style that doesn’t cost the earth definitely has my vote. You can get these in loads of DIY stores but I found them at Millbry Hill and they cost from £3.99 – £6.75, depending on size and delivery’s from £2.50.
5. Crochet pouffe / stool
Crochet excites me every time. I love anything crocheted. And this stool’s right up there with the crochet greats! It’s simple, it’s stylish and would look fabulouso in a kiddy’s room. The best bit: the cover’s removable and machine washable so it’s practical too. It’s 35cms wide x 25cms high, costs $53 plus $20 shipping and you can get it from La Casa De Coto on Etsy.
6. Marimekko fabric wall art
I’m a huge fan of the Finnish Marimekko. They make the most delicious things for the home and kids. Amongst their lovelies is this large fabric wall hanging. The pale turquoise against the red and yellow just gives it the wow factor. And of course the 3 animals graphics are fab too. This Marimekko nursery wall hanging measures 120 x 120cms, costs £109.50 plus delivery from Wall Arts UK.
7. Eames inspired rocking chair
Inspired by the oh so famous Eames RAR rocking chair, this chair is pretty darn cool. It’s a no fuss rocking chair with bags of style and would make a fabby piece for a nursery or a play space. You can get this chair for £69.99 with free delivery from the Chair Outlet. Not a bad price too!
There you have it. My top 7 turquoise blue picks to adorn your kiddy space with. Fancy a yellow nursery instead? Then have a look at our yellow nursery ideas.
We love a bit of quirky style ’round here and that’s exactly what these rabbit ears toy storage boxes are. They’re very simple in white but given a dash of whimsy with the long leather ears, which is what’s getting me super excited. Made by a Swedish design duo called Lindbom & Lindstrom, they’ve managed to add just the right amount of fun to these boxes making them so funky. The rabbit toy storage boxes come in 3 sizes and cost from £85 at Kidsen with free delivery. But hurry as they only have a few pieces left. The larger 2 boxes can also double up as kiddy seats and the long rabbit ears double up as handles.
UPDATE NOVEMBER 2011: This product is sadly no longer available 🙁
I never knew storage could get me this excited. But ‘jump up and down’ excited I am. These felt storage baskets are just so pretty! I’m calling them storage baskets but they’re really they’re storage nests made of felt. I’m loving the soft but striking colours on offer and then there’s the little bird detail… oh so pretty! The hanging nest would make a fabby addition to a nursery and a cool place to store the kidlets night clothes or anything else you fancy. Storage that doesn’t look like storage has definitely got my vote. Made by the French company called Muskhane, the hanging storage nest costs €39 from ilodeco but delivery’s rather steep at €16.50. You could also try Bobokids in London who have a selection. Bobokids aren’t online yet but there’s always the good ol’ telephone!
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Hello, Mini Mello… I’m liking what I see! Colourtastic, cool and eco-friendly mini stools by Ekobo. Made from bamboo and coated in glossy, shiny lacquer in the boldest colours, the Mini Mello comes in lime green, tomato red, hot pink, shiny black and more. And when you fancy a change, just turn it over and you’ve got a mini storage bowl. The Mini Mello costs £48 with free delivery and will be back in stock from 5th January 2011. It measures 34 cms in diameter and it’s 12 cms high… small in size but it holds up to a whopping 90kgs of weight. That means mama’s and daddy’s can sit on it too, so long as the bum fits!
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Santa’s coming soon and that usually means a mountain of new toys. Yup, you guessed it… more storage is what’s needed. I’m hearting these rustic wooden storage boxes on wheels. Perfect! Stack ’em high with toys and wheel in and out of sight, as you please. And while they’re in sight, their cool Frenchy looks with retro orange wheels will be seriously pleasing to your eyes. You just may never want to hide them away!
UPDATE June 22: these storage boxes are no longer available. The rustic storage box on wheels measures 45cms long, 32cms wide and 23 cms high (30cms with wheels). It costs £55 with delivery at £4.95 from Rose & Grey, a little online store packed with stunning stuff for kids and mama’s alike. Be warned: once you visit, you may come away with a lot more than a storage box!
Oooh… the girly girl in me has jumped out and is dancing a jig of joy. I’m loving these baskets perfect for storing oh so many, many things. They come as a set of 2 with the larger one measuring 42cms x 10cms. The colours on offer are glorious fuchsia or deep aubergine as pictured, and are perfectly complemented by the super-bright crochet flowers. They can be used to store all manner of toys or clothes for the kiddies, but I’m thinking stack’em high with Christmas crackers or use for smaller Christmas gifts first and keep them on display. Then in the new year, adorn your girlie’s room with these. These raffia storage baskets are by Rice and cost £44 for the pair plus £4.95 delivery.
If, like me, you love pretty storage checkout these hanging storage nests. They’re cuties!
Oooh I’m feeling the love for these diddy little suitcases in the funkiest of retro designs. On offer are retro fish, flowers, elephants and more in glorious oranges, yellows and purples. These aluminium toddler storage cases have a handle and can be used to store all those oh so important treasures. Or take them out packed with a favourite toy, snack, or whatever your kiddee can’t leave home without. They measure around 19 x 15cms, cost £10.99 + £3.50 delivery and are available from Peanut & Pip (a store so hot, you’ll want it all). A little tip: enter code BACKSOON15 and you’ll get 15% off if you order by 22nd October.
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How cool are these?! Giant lego storage boxes that click together exactly like lego (they’re made under license from Lego). They’d look great under a bed or cot bed or just stacked up high in a toddlers room. They’re not yet available but I hear that they will be very soon. They come in 2 sizes and in many colours including red, yellow, dark green, white, fuchsia pink and more. The medium one costs £17 and the large costs £26 with delivery at £5.95 from A place for everything.
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