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Pale Cloud: Soft, feminine and so chic

April 17, 2012

Last year Pale Cloud launched their first ever collection and what a collection it was. I’ve been eagerly awaiting their Spring/Summer 2012 collection which is here and it easily surpasses my high expectations. Pale Cloud is the creation of a Norwegian mama called Marion who’s had a penchant for fashion from a very young age. I love her little story where she explains that as a small girl she figured out if she got up early enough she could pick her own clothes before the adults could pick them for her. How sweet is that!

With the new collection, Marion has maintained the soft femininity that underlined the previous collection. What I love about her style is that it’s girly and feminine without any fuss. There are dresses, tops, shorts and jackets, mostly in soft, pale colours that I think any little girl would look super chic in. From my own experience, I bought my 3 year old a dress from the Autumn/Winter 2011 range and she never wants to take it off. If I let her, she would wear it every single day and I can’t really blame her because the compliments do keep flowing. Pale Cloud is a brand not to be missed so check out their collection and don’t be surprised if you want everything. You can also visit Scandinavian Minimall who have a selection and even have a few sale pieces from the previous collection.

Wonderful origami swans

April 16, 2012

How wonderful are these origami swans? Made entirely of paper, they are so intricately designed. The colours are fresh and fun and these swans would make a highly desirable gift or make for a fun, decorative sculpture in a nursery. These swans are so unusual and so eye-catching that I had to share even though there was only one left at the time of writing this. They’re from Specks & Keepings, a small US store that sells handmade objects for the home and for kids. All the goodies are beautifully formed and are the kind of things that bring a smile to your face, just like these swans.

Simply beautiful bedding

April 13, 2012

Last year I featured some very cool soft toys by Colette Bream. Today I’m revisiting her shop as I’ve been wanting to share her kids bed linen which is just lovely. I’m not easy to please when it comes to kids bedding as I find a lot of it just too cutesy and fussy for my taste but not this stuff. This bedding is simple, stylish and so beautiful. There are bed sets in solid colours as well as printed ones and all have a lovely ribbon detail in a contrasting colour.

Aren’t they just lovely? I can’t even begin to choose a favourite, I think they’re all so elegant and stunning. The printed ones have the tiniest little prints of flowers or stars which are both pictured here but there is also a sheep one and one adorned with teeny-tiny houses. All the bed sets are made of the softest cotton and many of them are organic too. Visit Colette Breams shop to see more of these and you’ll also find some throw pillows and lots of other very desirable goodies.

Louis Louise: Charming French style

April 12, 2012

Today I’ve got my eye on Louis Louise, a wonderful kids clothing line from the trés chic city of Paris. Started by Julie Meiler, a designer and a mama who was inspired by her daughter who is also her muse and the cover girl for Louis Louise. I discovered this stylish collection over at French Blossom, a store full of only the lovliest Frenchie brands.

Louis Louise create clothes for boys, girls and the cutest little ensembles for babies too. Their collections are made out of simple fabrics and delicate prints in subtle tones complimented with rich colours like deep plums and royal blues. The clothes are timeless yet modern, they have a certain simplicity to them but with lots of charm and of course bags of French style and elegance. To check out their Spring/Summer 2012 collection visit my sponsors French Blossom who have a large selection on offer. And French Blossom are also offering free worldwide shipping on all orders over €70 until 16th of April 2012.

Little Japanese goodies

April 11, 2012

If you visit me regularly, you’ll know that I love all things Japanese. Be it Japanese toys, or books or homewares, the Japanese are able to create such simple yet stunning objects of extreme desire. In my quest for finding more Japanese goodies, I stumbled across D-Bros that make little objects and stationery for the home and for kids. Some of their offerings are so beautiful in a minimalist kind of way, which is exactly the kind of style that the Japanese excel in.

I love these notebooks with their red ribbon detail and the sweetest illustrations. I think any little girl will be pleased to own one of these but I’m also thinking big girls will want one too. I know I do!

These little match-box style cards are so unusual and so pretty. On offer are birthday cards, new baby cards, wedding cards and more. Just lovely!

These fairytale drinking glasses are just so cool. I’m loving the illustrations and the way they’re reflected around the entire glass. It almost looks like the wolf and the wicked witch are floating through the glass.

To see more of D-Bros‘ lovely products visit them. You’ll find goodies not just for the kids but for the home too. Unfortunately you can’t buy unless you’re in Japan but you can check out Rakuten, Japan’s global market that ship’s internationally and has a selection of D-Bros stuff.

Colour burst: Pompom’s, garlands and bunting

April 10, 2012

I’m a bit garland, bunting, pom pom obsessed so when I saw these colourful ones on Style Cookie I just had to feature them. Garlands and pom poms are an inexpensive way to add a splash of colour to any kids room or a kids party and they look so fabulous too. These bold and bright ones are by the Dutch Engel who say that hanging these up makes you feel happy and I couldn’t agree more. There’s something so celebratory and cheerful about pom poms and garlands.

I’m loving these honeycomb pom poms too and think it’s a fab idea to hang some above a kids bed. I bet that would bring a smile to your face each morning. These ones come in a huge range of divine colours so choosing just one colour is going to be hard. I’m loving the sunny yellow but I also love the deep, rich plum colour. You can visit Engel to see all the range or visit Lifes a Party where they have a selection.

Have a happy {chocolaty} Easter

April 5, 2012

I’ve been wanting to do an Easter themed post and I’ve been thinking of ideas ranging from bunny decor to Easter crafts. But then I stopped to think about what kids (and I) love the most about Easter and the answer was obvious… chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate. I don’t mean just chocolate eggs, but fun, yummy and slightly unusual chocolate desserts that kids and adults will adore. So I went on the hunt for sweet chocolate treats that aren’t too hard to make but still have the wow factor and of course the yum factor. And since it’s Easter, there’s no need for any guilt… just indulge, I know I will.

How delightful does this chocolate tart look? But it gets better… this chocolate tart is made with a dash of tahini (sesame paste). The creator of this delicious tart didn’t have peanut butter and used tahini instead… I am dying to try it. I found this over at Cannelle et Vanille where you’ll find the recipe.

I don’t know a kid who doesn’t like nutella so these nutella tarts are sure to be a hit. And for that extra special dimension, they have some salt in them. The best part is that you don’t have to get involved in making the chocolate filling, just scoop it out of a jar. These are mini ones so they’re great for a party too. You’ll find the recipe at Spoon Fork Bacon.

The ultimate chocolate chip cookie? That’s how they’re described by their creator and I believe her. The gooey, chocolatey, deliciously inviting centre has me sold. I think this is a sweet treat that no kid or adult can possibly resist. I found the recipe at Not without Salt.

What a great idea! Chocolate covered potato crisps (or chips if you’re not British). Could this be the ultimate comfort food treat? And in even better news, there’s no slaving over a hot stove or oven involved. They’d be great for a kids party although I can’t imagine the adults laying off but also perfect as a lazy {Easter} Sunday afternoon treat. Find out how to make them at Spoon Fork Bacon.

Have a lovely Easter! And before I go, here are some more delicious and beautiful looking sweet treats.

Going dotty for polka dot shoes

April 4, 2012

I have a huge soft spot for polka dots especially for children, so when I saw these polka dot shoes it was instant love. Made in Japan by Sayang Design, these shoes are handcrafted in soft leather and they’re designed by parents who have paid attention to every single detail from style to comfort. The lace-up ones would look cool on boy or girl and no little girl could go wrong wearing any of the gorgeous ballet pumps.

These polka dot shoes come in a range of colours including some plain ones that are extremely wantable too. You can visit Sayang Design to see the collection. Unfortunately they don’t ship internationally but Rakuten (Japan’s global marketplace) have a selection and they ship to several countries.

Kids room style: black & white

April 3, 2012

When you’re thinking colours for your toddler or kids room, black & white probably don’t even come up. It’s definitely not the most popular choice of colour scheme for a kiddy room but if done right, it works and how! Black and white rooms can look super stunning and can really have the wow factor. It may not be for everyone but I’m a big fan and I’ve rounded up 5 kids rooms that do black & white oh so well:

I love them all but if I had to choose a favourite, I think it would be number 2. I love how the black and white cars with hints of red are placed by the window and I love the bed too. I also like the idea of having a chalkboard wall as they’ve done in rooms 4 and 5. It’s easy to do and any kid would love it.

Image credits: 1. French by Design 2. Style files 3. Think decor 4. Onszelf 5. The want monster

A sleepy little mouse

April 2, 2012

A while ago I shared some whimsical mouse mobiles with you which proved to be a popular find. Those mouse mobiles were the creation of Laurence Bonnet, a French lady with a penchant for making delicate little treasures that are oh so beautiful. Today I’m lusting after her newest hand made creations which include these adorable pajama clad mice that come complete with a little wire frame bed and can be suspended from the ceiling… perfect little eye candy above a cot or toddler bed. These sleeping mouse mobiles are a limited edition creation where each piece is unique and numbered.

All of Laurence’s mobiles and soft toys are hand made with the greatest attention to detail and lots and lots of imagination. Another of her new creations are these cuddly and cool looking bears. I love the whole father son thing and I love how cool and collected papa bear looks with his scarf, top hat and suspenders ensemble. Laurence sells her creations under the Rose Miniscule name and that’s where you’ll find all these gorgeous little treasures.