I like anything that’s cute, fun and slightly quirky so if ever I needed a reason to relocate to France, this may be it.
Every child, big or small, needs something soft to cuddle. Of course, it has become apparent to us that not all softies are created equal so here’s some that sit comfortably at the top of the pile.
My limited knowledge of the ‘plush world’ inhabited by plush toy collectors and enthusiasts of all ages has exploded with my introduction to Anna Chambers and her glorious plush creations.
Old-style games will never go out of fashion – doctors and nurses, cowboys and Indians, tea parties, playing house and pretend fishing expeditions. They all captivate children with the thrill of grown-up role play while transporting them to an imaginary world that frees their creativity.
Kids Instyle, one of our favourite shows for kids, is on again in a couple of weeks and we will be covering the show at the end of this month.
We love a sense of the silly in our household, and Ninja Baker plushie sure does fit the bill. I also had a good laugh at the euphemistically-named ‘Lonely Dollop’ which looks rather like it appeared in a nappy!
I’m not sure I can go on without owning one of these delightful handmade dollies. Each has its own very individual character and the humour is written all over each sweet little face.
I’ll be upfront – I’m not a big fan of over-the-top Valentine’s Day gifts and gestures. I’m certainly open to receiving flowers but admit that when I see young guys trudging through the city on Valentine’s Day with a huge bouquet in one hand and an enormous stuffed toy in the other, I think ‘glad … [Read more.]
Two hundred and fifty exclusive brands came together in late January at the stunning Playtime Paris trade show. This fair was a Babyologist’s dream, packed to the rafters with the most beautiful baby, child and maternity accoutrement in the world.
I don’t know who thought of making a soft toy monkey from an old sock but I do know it was a fabulous idea that children around the world have enjoyed for generations. My mother had one and I vividly remember the sock monkey I made in primary school. Sock monkeys are famous for the … [Read more.]
As a parent you either love them or hate them – soft toys that is. Despite my efforts to keep the population in our house from growing (and I do often wonder where all our soft toys actually came from) each of my children has one or two particular favourites. And I would be more … [Read more.]
A happy and gorgeous website to peruse is always a great antidote to a long hard day. This site is just the ticket with fanciful, playful, imaginative and simply uber-sublime products to glean inspiration or get those creative juices flowing for your own child’s private abode.
