Juicy Tots have received Spring Summer news from Danish Katvig, and are currently offering a warming 10% off on your first order + free shipping within the UK. (Worldwide shipping is also available at reasonable rates.)
Simply use promotion code: MAILING10 to get your 10% discount when checking out.
Photo: Juicy Tots
Danish design company Smallstuff make children’s clothing like nightwear, underwear and long sleeved t-shirts. They also make high quality interior, toys and accessories -all for little people.
Smaalstuff have three colour coordinated main lines;
Visit their site for inspiration. Soon to be available with English text…
Photo: Smallstuff
There is without a doubt a resemblance between the the new Starters shoes from Angulus and The Scandinavian Dads nearly 33 year old first shoes.
Children usually starts walking sometime between seven months and two years of age. When babies start standing and walking on their own they are ready for their first walking shoes. Things are a bit wobbly to start with, but improvements will come soon enough.There are some activities to help your baby and toddler develop walking skills like crawling together, walking on uneven surfaces like sand and climbing which is great for coordination, independence and muscle development. Babies feet don’t have bones, just soft cartilage. Well fitted soft and flexible shoes offering lots of support are therefor recommended at this delicate stage. Choose shoes designed to match the shape of a child’s foot, with a wide front and narrow heel that allow growing room around the toes. And by choosing leather shoes your babies tiny feet will have increased comfort, allowing perspiration to escape through the surface of the shoe. And what we think is very important; Don’t hand shoes down from one child to another, because two pairs of feet are never the same shape! For us as parents it can be an emotional moment seeing your child in their first pair of walking shoes, but make sure they combine style, quality and fit. Never compromise on fit, because a toddler’s nerve endings are not developed yet so they may not notice a painful constriction, and may not be able to complain even if they do. Children’s feet can grow really quickly so make sure to check their feet and size regularly.
Danish Angulus has launched Angulus Starter, with a perfect fit for babies. Angulus was founded in 1904 and their shoes are therefor not only made with love an care but also more than 100 years of experience. Angulus Starters are flexible and will support your child’s feet and making those first step a moment of true joy and happiness. Available in size 18 – 23 in colours like camel, off white, red, pale pink, chocolate, black and silver.
Photo: Angulus
Visiting the largest trade fair for children’s clothing in the UK, Bubble, was fun and slightly hectic as it should be with lots of exhibitors showcasing their coming Autumn Winter collections. I’ve used a few days now to let it all sink in, and I would love to share what I found to be the highlights with you.
I had a chance to inspect the shoes from PomPom. I had previously seen them online and read all about their philosophy about creating high quality children shoes that doesn’t cost a fortune. Super soft leather and lovely finish confirmed my expectation and I can’t understand otherwise than that we’ll be seeing a lot more of this Danish newcomer on the British market.
I had high expectations for MeMini’s collection in advance and was very happy with what I saw. We can look forward to a luxurious and subtle AW collection, and the agent could happily confirm that there had been a great response on it as well.
Lille Barn was another pleasant, and to me a new, acquaintance. The Norwegian designer was present at the fair with her eco friendly collection very much inspired by Norwegian knitting traditions. Lille Barn clothing is for children aged 0 – 6 years. Shame as Beatrice would have loved it. Améllie on the other hand can look forward to some very lovely pieces this coming autumn.
Most charming stand I visited must have been Tiny Doe from Norway. The design team could proudly present a small but very innovative collection based on a animal, this time a rabbit. And I loved their accessories. As newcomers they told me they felt warmly welcomed by both press and visitors at the fair.
The best find must however be Danish Drappa Dot. With a unusual combination of fabrics, colours and patterns the collection was very Bohemian Chic. Feminine, organic and simply gorgeous.
There was a lot of bright colours and bold prints as well, but what I found very new and intriguing was Danefaes prints; A fox and a grizzly bear captured my attention, both inspired by Denmark’s most legendary sagas.
Photo: Pom Pom
Just wanted to share my latest discovery; Danish Poppy Rose, stylish simplicity for children.
You will find beautiful and unique danish design clothes made from nostalgic and world renowned English Liberty fabrics. In addition you will find a new luxurious knit collection made from extra fine merino wool.
Poppy Rose has also launched a beautiful 100% organic cotton line guarantying that the skin of your child is not exposed to unnecessary chemicals. The organic cotton line will also be Fair Trade certified ensuring that you are part of contributing to people in the 3rd world having a chance to create a better life.
Poppy Rose’s luxurious design is both for you and the little one your heart beats for.
Picture to the left is a taste of what to expect from their coming Spring Summer 2010 collection, but I simply have to show you a few things from their Autumn Winter 2009 collection too, as I’m head over heals in love with it…
Contact Poppy Rose for more information and retailers: poppyrose@poppyrose.dk
Photo: Poppy Rose
Timber House, a Moleta Munro owned bolt-hole, is a property with a difference. An eco-friendly house, larch clad and built to blend into the landscape of this beautiful environment, it offers all the qualities of modern living. It’s very much Scandinavian inspired, and Little Scandinavian loves both Timber House and Isle of Skye.
The house is detached and has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a utility room and a large open plan ground floor. In addition to the stunning panoramic views across the loch from the open glazed areas, the house has a wood-burning stove to ensure the elements are always kept at bay.
Portree the ‘capital’ of Skye is about half an hour’s drive from the house, whilst Dunvegan castle and gardens are just a few miles away where you can take a boat trip to the nearby seal islands and coral beaches. Timber house is also just a few minutes walk from the Three Chimneys, arguably one of the finest restaurants in Scotland.
The winner and their guests will enjoy accommodation for a week for up to four people plus a gourmet welcome hamper of local products.
Win a week’s stay at Timber House in Isle of Skye, Scotland by entering the competition launched by Living Etc.
For more information on hiring the holiday house visit moletamunro.com
Photos: Moleta Munro
Dear Annika and Havard.
Your anniversary is a time
For sharing your affection;
It’s obvious the two of you
Have quite a deep connection!
We send glad congratulations
And heartfelt wishes, too,
For joyful happiness and love
In everything you do.
By Joanna Fuchs
With lots of love from your friends in London
Photo: Annika Sylte
Once upon a time there were two danish queens, Benedikte Qvortrup and Tine Bodnia who noticed that, when they dragged their own little princes and princesses away from the television and computer games and they gave them dressing up costumes instead something interesting happened: The children started to play with each other; They began performing little plays and making up their own fairy tales. They played and played and had totally forgotten about the television and all the computer games.
The two queens started to create richly-detailed costumes that were strong enough to withstand the tough treatment that their six children put them through. After a while other queens and kings started to ask if it was possible to buy similar costumes for their princesses and princes and then the queens decided that they had to found Eventyr Kompagniet, which means “the fairy tale company” in Danish.
The end? Or was that the beginning of it all?
With all the gadgets and toys available for children today, it can be hard to find something for them to do that requires a little imagination and creativity on their part. Dressing up allows them to explore their own dreams and encourages them to play with each other.
By providing children with costumes, you let them experience themselves as a beautiful princess or a brave knight. Because these costumes are of the highest quality, your child can have many hours of fun, and even perhaps saving it for new generations one day.
Eventyrcompany Aps provides costumes and dress-up articles that allow a child’s imagination to flourish all year long, with an exceptional high quality and attention to details that really make the costume stand out.
Danish Mini A Ture is a well known and well established children’s fashion label on the British marked. They are well known for good quality clothing and keep renewing themselves with every collection, and as a result their fan groups is constantly growing.
They have once again managed to create timeless pieces in a fun but yet sophisticated way with the theme “On an outing, back to the old fashioned funfair” for the coming spring and summer season.
Read other blog posts about Mini A Ture.
Photos: Mini A Ture
And yes I do! Who hasn’t got a relationship to denim? But I Dig Denim is not only my statement it’s also a brand new designer name for children’s wear from Scandinavia. Swedish based I Dig Denim have received a warm welcome so far. Milla Milano stated: ”The coolest jeans were some I bought from a new Swedish brand, it’s going to be a success.”
The founder and head of design Hanna Clavegaard noticed that the market lacked a unique, exciting jeans brand for the little ones:
”I have always loved jeans, from the character of the fabric to how it can be shaped and adapted according to style and taste. Denim is timeless, easy to wear and practical. With my brand I want to give all children what I love. It’s simple: I dig denim.”
I Dig Denim produces their collection, available for babies, boys and girls up to 10 years, according to the Fairtrade principles. With the first collection only consisting of a few items it’s a humble start, but there is more to come. All in denim, of course.
I Dig Denim is jeans with attitude, for small people with big personalities.
Photos: I Dig Denim
Beatrice is wearing her “kanina Bennie cardigan” from Dundelina, definitely one of her favourite items this season! Lovely round neck cardigan in a soft and warm lambswool blend. Beatrice loves wearing this cardigan on chilly days, and it’s a must on her way to and from ballet class every week. Gorgeous quality with lots of attention to details. Knitted cord ribbon at waist and mother of pearl buttons to the front. Hand embroidered funky bunny from the story “dundelina and the old house” on the back, which really makes this beautiful cardigan so unique.
Available with 50% off in sizes 104 – 140 cm, on sale now for £25 at Dundelina.
A modern day retelling of the classic story “The Frog Prince”. The Princess and the Frog finds the lives of arrogant, carefree Prince Naveen and hardworking waitress Tiana crossing paths. Prince Naveen is transformed into a frog by a conniving voodoo magician and Tiana, following suit, upon kissing the amphibian royalty. With the help of a trumpet-playing alligator, a Cajun firefly, and an old blind lady who lives in a boat in a tree, Naveen and Tiana must race to break the spell and fulfill their dreams.
With release date the 5th of February, calling all little princesses and frogs to the cinema!
The Princess…
Canja gold cardigan from Mini A Ture, ballet tutu from Noa Noa Miniature and princess crown from EventyrCompany.
Photos: Rose and Robin and Noa Noa Miniature
The Frog…
Long sleeved frog top from LipFish, jeans from Molo and green shoes from Bisgaard.
Photos: LipFish, Coo Coo Mashu and Nordinary
Barney Boots is an international design company with its origin in Denmark producing waterproof wellington boots.
Barney Boots are truly unique as each single pair is handpainted, and not two pair are 100% alike. Happy customers say they can literally feel each stroke of paint.
The wellington boots come in many different fun and playful designs in bright and happy colours, with or without laces. Available to all children who loves playing outdoors in the rain, in sizes 22 – 35.
(They have a women collection for mums who enjoys rain puddles too!)
The Original Barney Boots is mainly sold in Scandinavia and are not yet to be found in Britain. It is however possible to buy them online from a danish web shop filable.dk. I’m afraid it’s only with Danish text.
Photo: Barney Boots
Scandinavian furniture doesn’t have to be IKEA or expensive contemporary stuff (even if it’s a lot of that too). SIA Home Fashion are one of the exceptions, that with it’s successful story is worth mentioning. SIA was founded by Sonja Ingegard Andersson in Sweden in 1963. SIA reflects her passion for decoration, her love for nature and her desire to share the pleasure of feeling good at home. She started by making paper flowers and designing printed fabrics that she displayed in her garden for her friends. Since then SIA’s products are sold in more than 45 countries around the world and the collections are very much influenced by European fashion. Though still with a pure and simple Nordic touch.
SIA presents two seasonal collections a year, that are divided into various themes with different styles from classical to modern. The themes are the strength and the originality of SIA and are making SIA very versatile for all types of homes. Beautiful furniture pieces, mirrors and tableware are complimented by quartz glassware, silk flowers and serviettes. And their Kids collection is fantastic. It’s so complex, offering everything from children’s cutlery sets to nursery furniture and accessories. Many pieces making the ideal gift for babies and children.
And even if the Kids collection consist of beautiful painted wooden furniture and high quality toys the prices are still kept at a pleasing level, making SIA affordable compared to many other brands.
All parents (and kind relatives and family friends) will have a lot to choose from when having a little princess or a pirate at home! Have a look at SIA Home Fashion to find a shop near you.
Photo: SIA Home Fashion