Just look at this stuff; so sophisticated and yet so simple. This is a new brand from Vienna called Vividgrey started by Sabine, an interior architect, designer and also mama of one. All the textiles and objects are designed for ‘a home shared between children and grown-ups’ and I can see this stuff working beautifully in any environment. There are little unexpected surprises in many of the pieces like the cobweb linen curtain where the cobweb detail is only visible when the curtain is back lit. Or the linen cushions which have a hidden print of a trail of ants or mystery keys which are only revealed when the overlap is opened. 
Besides the textiles, there are other interesting objects in the collection like that shiny mobile designed to resemble a branch of a tree and those beautiful wooden play beads to entertain even the smallest of babies. ‘Everyday magic’ is how Sabine describes Vividgrey and I totally believe her.
Entries Tagged as 'kids bed linen'
Vividgrey for kids and adults too…
October 21, 2013
Subtle solids & stripes…
October 2, 2013
Combine solids and stripes in subtle tones and you’re on to a winner every time. Thats what this new range of bed linen from Barcelona does so well. Mikmax is all about natural, neutral fabrics for a timeless and ageless appeal. There is a kids collection but for me, the entire range is perfect for any age. With Winter coming up, I’m loving those chunky knit blankets and cushions… I can just picture myself cosying up on the sofa with my daughter Anya and spending an evening watching her current favourite film Jungle Book.
P.S. Have you seen what I’m giving away? Some lovely French kids clothes and you choose what you like!
Out of Africa…
September 3, 2013
This new kids bedding collection by Mini Empire is nice… very nice! The predominantly black and white Africa inspired animal theme is playful and stylish. I’m especially loving that little round elephant cushion. 
In addition to duvet sets and cushions, there are some lovely baby blankets too like this African animals one. I’m already a big fan of Swedish Mini Empire and I love that they’ve taken their striking prints and turned them in to wonderful kids bedding. The bedding collection will be available from October 2013.
Little decorations for little people…
June 24, 2013
Les Pommettes du Chat (Cheekbones of the cat) is a lovely French boutique that makes the sweetest little decorations for babies and kids. They have adorable things like those soft mini triangle rattles and tiny little clouds for hanging on the wall. They also make some very pretty bed linen and other textiles like bibs, pouches and paper garlands. The fabrics are all so pretty and delicate and the creations feel like they’ve been made with lots of love and a touch of poetry. I love boutiques like Les Pommettes du Chat because their offerings are so unusual and it almost feels like the products have been created especially for you.
Scattered little shapes…
May 1, 2013
A few days ago I came across some kids bedding by Oh My Kids from Belgium and I was smitten. Their simple aesthetic of lots of white with tiny bits of colour really appealed to me. Also, I just adore the random scattering of little shapes which extends across most of their designs. I need to start looking for new bedlinen for Anya soon, and this is definitely going on my shortlist.
I soon discovered that Oh My Kids also create handmade clothes for kids which include dresses, skirts, sweatshirts and leggings. I’m not normally a sweatshirts and leggings kind of gal but these ones are an exception. They’re so simple, stylish and fun. And that little balloon skirt… too cute!
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Dreamy decor from Spain…
February 11, 2013
I’m loving this dreamy new store from Spain called Bel & Soph. It’s full of soft linen cushions, cosy quilts and cute decor items for babies and kids. Created by 2 mums who wanted something unique and special for their kids, they recently launched their store and the result is just lovely.
While I’ve seen many a cloud cushion, I love these for their simplicity, their colours and the rawness of the linen fabric. I’m also loving the little wooden storage boxes in natural wood combined with pretty coloured backs. Their designs are simple but there are lots of gorgeous little details like the pom pom ties on the play tent and the raw edges to the cushions that make them so lovely. Much of their collection is in soft grey’s, dusty pinks and cool ivory’s giving it all a very chic look.
Everything on offer from Bel & Soph is understated and very classy. Any kids room decorated with their goodies will be one magical space!
Spring is in the air…
February 1, 2013
I had my birthday in January. Nothing unusual about this except January is the bleakest month of the year in this part of the world. So it’s really not a good month for a birthday but this year at least I managed to escape for some winter sun. Growing up in Mumbai, January was the best month to have your birthday. Most Indians don’t celebrate Christmas so there was no Christmas hangover to speak of, it was a new year, the weather was at it’s best and everybody was on a high. How the tables have turned on me! But as bleak as January is, come the 1st of February and it feels like everyone has a renewed vigour, a spring in their step, a positive outlook once again. For me the 1st of February brings with it the hope of Spring and that’s what makes it special. Today, it feels like the worst of winter is over and so to celebrate the coming of Spring I wanted to share my first Spring 2013 collection with you. It’s a new brand from Sweden called Gabor & Friends and they make the most wonderful bed linen for babies, toddlers and kids.
Stylish, sophisticated kids bed linen is hard to come by and that’s why when I saw Gabor & Friends I couldn’t wait to share. On offer are duvet sets, blankets, crib bumpers and cushions. The prints, like the bird one, are so pretty but the solid colours of sea green and salmon are equally appealing (my favourite I think is that Purple Rain snuggle blanket). Most of the tones and shades used in Gabor & Friends’ Spring collection are soft, muted and understated except their cashmere-wool blankets that come in the boldest and brightest of colours. Many of the pieces are 2 sided – a print on one side and a solid colour on the other giving you the option to change the look as you please. I’m so loving this collection and looking at it really makes me feel like Spring is in the air. Gabor & Friends don’t sell through their site but you’ll find their cashmere blankets at the lovely Scandinavian Minimall who will soon be stocking the rest of the collection.
Love for liberty…
January 29, 2013
When I was a kid I remember my mum getting my brother and me an Indian liberty print quilt each. We both got so attached to our quilts that we would take them with us everywhere we traveled. I’m sure that hadn’t been part of my mothers plan as taking two bulky quilts everywhere is far from ideal but we wouldn’t be parted from our beloved quilts. When my quilt had to be washed my mum always made sure it was dried within the day as sleeping without it wasn’t an option (thanks mum!). I don’t know what it was about the quilt that made me so attached to it… the tiny floral print, the muted colours of pink and mint green, the softness of the fabric or was it just a comforter of sorts? Even though at the time I had no clue what a Liberty print was, I now know that is my earliest memory of owning something in this wonderful fabric.
Since then of course I have bought several Liberty print things and have a real love for the fabrics so it’s no wonder that I was drawn to this new collection of bed linen, pillows and soft bean bag type seats for kids. The collection has been created by Cam Cam especially for the lovely boutique Mimi’s Circus. While the entire collection is made using liberty print fabrics, it’s the little neon cloud detail that adds that extra special touch. I’m not normally a fan of bean bags but I think my favourite part of this collection is those bean bag type seats. It’s a collection that will appeal to both kids and adults and that always gets my vote.
April showers…
January 7, 2013
April Showers by Polder is the perfect combination of Scandinavian style with French charm. Started by a pair of Dutch sisters who now live in Paris, this kids bedding, clothes and accessories collection is just divine. I love the muted colours with unexpected pops of neon, the subtle prints and the timeless designs. This is their current Autumn/Winter collection and I want everything in it especially those leggings! You can shop this collection at Smallable.comwhere there are quite a few items on sale too.
Hello milky…
October 30, 2012
There’s something about polka dots that grabs me each time. Large polka dots, small polka dots, I love them all as long as the pattern is kept simple and isn’t overly colourful. So when I saw the offerings by Hello Milky I was hooked. Created by a mama from Melbourne, each and every piece in the collection is made entirely by her and her alone. The designs are mainly teeny-tiny polka dots strewn over duvet covers, cushions and pillows although there are some with teeny-tiny stars too. I’m loving the natural colour of the linen and the pairing with sometimes bright and sometimes dark polka dots or stars is just delightful. It’s such a simple design but that’s exactly why Hello Milky’s creations are so appealing. And seeing all that natural linen… I’ve remembered how much I love this fabric in it’s raw state (without dyes) and need to get some for my home urgently!
