Little Living, a divine online store offering everything you could want in children’s interiors, are now stocking the gorgeous Papershade Lanterns. Made in France, these paper lanterns make the perfect whimsical accessory to finish off a nursery, bedroom or playroom.

Choose to use them with or without lighting….a cord set can be bought without significant expense if you choose to operate the lanterns as a light. With several patterns to choose from, we love the way they look hanging in a group as a feature focal point.

Prices range from $39.95 to $54.95.

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Effective, extensive storage options become even more essential when kids come along. However, you really don’t have to forego your minimalist design style and tolerate bright, garish stereotypical kid prints to achieve the same outcome!

Varpunen, designed and hand made by Finnish husband and wife team, Suki and Jussi Vento, are pvc laminated polyester skim sacks – perfect for all those tiny toys and other bits and pieces that seem to never find a real home, yet manage to clutter up yours.

Available from The Minimalist in small $44(20cm x 20cm, 27cm high) and large $69 (45cm x 45cm, 52cm high) sizes, these sacks would fit perfectly anywhere from the living room to the office or laundry.

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Suitable from 3 yrs.

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Here are our picks for some Mother’s day pampering if you’re looking for inspiration…. (links to all products at end of page)

Hunter Raspberry Gloss Boots take style from school drop off to Saturday sport and everything inbetween! While the Anya Hindmarch Woven Leather wallet will add a little extra colour to the gloomiest of Winter days – of which many are imminent locally.                      

Pamper Mum with gorgeous scents all the time – the Jo Malone Lime, Basil & Mandarin candle is just divine and Orla Kiely’s latest perfume Rosie is worth having just for the bottle itself! Or treat Mum with neverfail fresh flowers – we love the arrangements Fleur florist in Melbourne create.

Happy Mother’s Day for next Sunday.

(images – Net-A-Porter, Anya Hindmarch, Jo Malone, Orla Kiely, Fleur)

For the littlest fashionistas among us, Baby’s Got Style’s latest new arrivals from Milk & Soda, have you covered. Some say you’re never too young to truly appreciate fashion and owning your own ‘mini birkin’ ($79.95) or ‘mini coco’ will definitely ensure that rings true. Made from leather, these will be a must have among the play centre set! Too cute.

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Fair Isle is having yet another moment. Not that I’m complaining, there’s something about it that really reinforces warmth and all things Winter!

Here are our favourite Fair Isle picks this season….

(top left – Seed Fair Isle Knit Dress, top right – Pure Baby Fair Isle Dress)

(above left – Seed Baby Fair Isle Sweater, above right – Pure Baby Spencer Fair Isle Romper )

(above left – Ella Sanders Fair Isle Beanie, above right – Seed Baby Fair Isle Beanie )

(images – Seed Heritage, Birdsnest, Twiggy Lane, Ella Sanders )

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With space to write, paste, collect and draw their range, they will develop their very own mood boards, colour palettes, silhouettes, designs and collection – in a most stylish cover! Aimed at 8 years and over, let them explore their signature style and create a logo for the cover and prepare for a runway fashion show at home once complete.

The perfect birthday gift for girls (or your own budding Alex Perry boy!) who aspire to design fashion or otherwise!

Available here – RRP $36.99.

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We love the idea of these Gumboots to Paint from mini bulles, as a ‘Let’s Welcome Winter’ activity.

As well as the boots, you get 6 paint tubes, paintbrushes and stencils (priced at $29.00 CA) so your little, or not so little one, can create their signature design. Plus if this season’s trend as designed doesn’t satisfy next week….just erase it all and start again! Very cool.

After a day of jumping puddles and enjoying the cool air, what better comfort to return home to than a bed of these pretty Liberty cloud cushion, also available at mini bulles. Handmade in Quebec, these cushions come in big or small sizes and prices start at $42.00 (CA). Plus don’t forget the Liberty Quilts – perfect as a small duvet or floor mat, these would be great in a playroom, nursery or bedroom. Priced at $140.00 (CA).

Mini bulles is run by two French Mums, now residing in Quebec, Canada, with a love for European design and a passion for featuring the best French and Canadian designers. Their online store showcases a divine range of unique products for babies and children and is well worth checking out!

International shipping is available. Enjoy!

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The Measure designs modern vintage clothing for the little Miss in your life, with a focus on eco friendly, upcycled fabrics, comfort and detailing. With sizes from 6 months to 6 years, The Measure designs aim to move effortlessly from backyard play to afternoon tea at Grandma’s.

We love the playful colours and girly feel. The new Spring collection features, polka dots, chevron in hot pink (stunning!), vintage green florals and traditional, yet never fail red gingham. We think there is a style to suit all tastes! Click here to view the entire collection.

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