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10 Best: Foxy Finds

Foxes are fast becoming the new owls, loved by parents and little ones alike (Alfie adores his Tootsa Macginty fox sweater), so I thought I’d round up some the foxiest finds for kids. My love for Maileg toys knows no bounds and this little fella is no exception. In fact, I’ve decided he’s going to be a companion for my newest bambino, due this summer. And he shall be called Ferdinand. £21.50, Sisters Guild. Knit guru Donna Wilson is queen of the fox cushion. We’re all familiar with her fox face design, but I’m leaning towards this pattern, available in green or... [Read full story]

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Alison Jay Baby Journal

Many of you will be familiar with artist Alison Jay’s whimsical illustrations from her delightful children’s picture books. Well, now mamas can get a look in with her beautiful baby journal. With space for recording the minutiae of daily baby life and milestones, photos, mementos, family message cards and even a letter to for parents to write to their child to be opened on their 18th birthday. All realised in Jay’s retro signature crackleglaze effect. A lovely gift for a mama-to-be. RRP £12.99, Templar. Read More →

Clothing

Little Red Stuga special-edition Bu! play blanket

I’ve long been a fan of Little Red Stuga‘s fabulous play blanket, Bu!, and now there’s even more reason to love it. LRS has collaborated with another one of our favourites, Fine Little Day, to produce this special edition, featuring an American Indian design, created by FLD’s Elisabeth Dunker. Great for imaginative play, as a comforter, or just a simple game of peekaboo, the blankie comes in six colourways and costs €29, plus €5 p&p to Europe. Definitely going on the list for Alfie’s birthday. Read More →

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Very Cool Buy: Barielle 60 Second Mani-Pedi

Last week as I lay in bed at 2am having an internal groan that Nia seemed reluctant to settle back to sleep , I rubbed my feet together absent-mindedly and promptly forgot her for a few moments as I marvelled at how soft and smooth my feet felt. The boyf gave me Barielle 60 Second Mani-Pedi for Christmas after spotting it in Stylist magazine. Made from a blend of Dead Sea salts which exfoliate, and lubricating essential oils including jojoba, avocado, peppermint and sweet almond, it has a gentle orange scent and is pleasant to touch. Despite the oils, it’s actually quite easy to wash off... [Read the full story]

Places to go

Donna Wilson Endangered Species Exhibition at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

I’m a huge fan of Scottish designer Donna Wilson who I had the pleasure of meeting earlier this week. Her eccentric style across knitted goodies, homewares, furniture, prints, and accessories (check out the house blanket that Kat featured last week) have become instantly recognisable and earned her the coveted title of Elle Decoration’s Designer of the Year 2010. Her work is currently on display at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park with her Endangered Species exhibition. Featuring an enchanted garden plus a range of her limited edition work, this is definitely one... [Read the full story]

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Guards suitcase by Cath Kidston

We love the iconography of London so needless to say, this guards suitcase by Cath Kidston is on our temptation list. Let them rock it as standout luggage or use as cool storage for their prized possessions – it will look great open with its glossy blue interior. £25 Also check out Lu’s round-up of ideas for London-themed kids rooms. Read More →

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Donna Wilson Endangered Species Exhibition at Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Clothes Plasters Get an Update

Jennie Maizels’ Clothes Plasters are getting an update. The classic designs previously sold in tins will soon be available in the same packaging as the rest of the range. The sets of six will be available from mid February and cost £7.99. If you loved the tins they are still available to buy in the shop but only while stocks last… Read More →

10% off Circa – The Circular Calendar

Circa, home of the excellent circular calendar for kids are giving readers a cool 10% off their products. Simply email them at: sales AT circularcalendar.com with BAMGOOD10 in the subject line for the discount (postage will be added on after the discount) from today until midnight on Saturday 11th February 2012. Check out the rest of our discount... Read more of this article

Kickcan and Conkers

About this time of year everything is slowing down as the last posting dates pass and we all get ready for some serious family time. But this morning I logged on to find news of a long awaited new store and couldn’t wait to share it with you. Kickcan and Conkers has long been one of my top daily reads with ever more beautiful finds from around... Read more of this article

Nearly 100 last minute gift ideas for kids under five for under £10!

Brace yourselves peeps, for plenty of bargain inspiration in the last of our gift guides! If like me, you love buying lots of little gifts or are still on the lookout for stocking fillers, or are even stocking up your presents bag (jaysus who knew you’d be constantly dipping in your pocket for parties and birthdays when you got pregnant, eh?),... Read more of this article

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