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Jumina -a Norwegian fairytale

Scandinavian mum — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 13:53:10 +0000

Norwegian Jumina design is artistic and unique garments for both adults and children, using natural materials and organic fair trade cotton. The designer behind the concept, Elisabeth Grønning Rognmo, is inspired by her 3 children and by old Norwegian fairy tales.
Elisabeth is highly creative and environmentally aware, which is reflected in her high quality clothing line. All clothing and accessories are designed and handmade in only a few copies by Elisabeth, making each single garment unique.

Jumina Design is based in the environmentally friendly gallery and workshop, Gallery Straw. The gallery is build of straw bales from local farmers. The straw is finally treated with a mixture of clay and sand. The house has a very good indoor air quality when the walls “breathe”, and the straw itself works as great insulation. See pictures of the gallery below. Gallery Straw completes Jumina Design as a Norwegian fairytale.

Jumina will be present at Bubble London in January 2011 with their coming collection.

Backpack for School from Fjallraven

Scandinavian mum — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:36:09 +0000

Swedish company Fjällräven was founded in 1950 when the founder, Åke Nordin, created a backpack frame that would later revolutionize the world of outdoors. Since then, the product line has expanded to include not only backpacks but also tents, sleeping bags and clothing.

The durable and lightweight backpack “mini Kånken” is perfect for school. Large main compartment with large opening makes it easy to put in/take out items. Two side pockets and a zippered pocket in the front. Handles at the top and narrow, supple shoulder straps. Seat cover in the pocket at the back. Logo doubles as reflector. Dimensions: 29x20x13, total weight 220g. Price £29.50. Available in several bright colours.

Rainwear from MeMini

Scandinavian mum — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 06:00:52 +0000

Norwegian label MeMini have launched this Play Safe collection which consist of highly durable outer wear for active children, suitable for all weather. Available in several independent stores around UK.

Photo: MeMini

shak-shuka stylish eco boutique for baby, child and mama

Scandinavian mum — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 06:00:19 +0000

Shak-Shuka is an exclusively eco-friendly online boutique, with their unique selection of eco-friendly goodies for babies, children up to 6 and their mums. Finding the best in handmade by both large and small family-run companies, Shak-Shuka ensures that each products conforms to their ethos of using only sustainable, ethical, and eco-friendly materials. From handmade wooden toys sealed with organic oils for teething to Oeko-tex certified messenger bags for kids on the go, Shak-Shuka has the whole family covered, and making sure the environment isn’t harmed in the process.

Visit shak-shuka.com and see their extensive selection of clothes from Mini Rodini, Speesees, Lille Barn, Shampoodle, Popupshop and many more!

Photo: SS10 by Mini Rodini

Father’s Day and Bubble London

Scandinavian mum — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 10:02:53 +0000

The Scandinavian Dad has already enjoyed being served espresso, chocolate(!), strawberries, fresh newspaper and last but not least home made Father’s Day cards from the girls.

To all you fathers out there:

It’s wonderful to have a day like this -it’s only about the dad. Oh… and a little bit about fashion!

UK kids trade show Bubble London is on today and tomorrow, and this time it’s all about Summer 2011. Christina Rohde, MinyMo, MeMini are among the 200 exhibitors showing the latest trends within kids fashion. It will be really exciting to see what’s on and to share all the news with you!

Bubble is also celebrating Father’s Day! Blogger Tabara will be snapping up the latest insights into kids’ life with their dads. Photos and interviews will be posted on the Bubble Blog throughout the event. Have a look at bubblelondon.blogspot.com.

Photo: The Scandinavian dad with his girls, Portofino Italy, summer 2007

To the beach!

Scandinavian mum — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:49:00 +0000

Let’s face it; kids love the beach! The combination of sand and water will make sure that whatever they are wearing will stand its test. Luckily it’s not hard to find children’s swimsuits up to the challenge, and there are many great swimwear options available this season.

Swimwear should be well fitted, comfortable and something they’ll enjoy wearing. Children’s swimsuits available are equally as cool as those available for grown ups – in fact, some of them should be sold in larger sizes! The bold printed swim trunks for boys are paired with colourful tees are ideal beach wear. A great range of bucket sunhats, towelling robes and hooded cotton cover up’s provide essential sun protection.
Little girls have plenty of choice when it comes to their summer swimwear. Lots of one-piece swimsuits with cute ruffled skirts, tankinis and two-piece suits are always popular. Some of the new funky stuff for girls is clearly retro inspired, some is more sweet and colourful. Colored flip flops adorned with fish, flowers and shells are great for protecting little feet from hot sand.

Practicality has also been integrated into children’s swimsuits which can make life that little bit easier. Swimsuits with built in flotation devices can help kids with those first phases of learning to swim, perfect for a toddler. For the youngest ones choose a swim nappy and wear it with a t-shirt, sunhat and armbands.

UV sun protection swimwear like UV sunhats, UV swim shirts, shorts, and swimming costumes for children, toddlers and babies are increasingly popular. UV block swimwear save your children’s skin and saves you from worrying too much as it offers complete sun protection and are perfect for swimming and snorkeling and other water based activities.
Most importantly kids should wear sun screen that provides high factor with a broad spectrum protection against both UVB and UVA rays whilst playing in the sun. Skin burn has never been in fashion!

Fingers crossed for a sunny and warm summer!

Photo: SS10 by Miniature

Mid Season Sale alert

Scandinavian mum — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 09:02:16 +0000

Mid-season sale is now on at several online shops with fantastic discounts on a variety of labels.

Little Hills stock fun and funky labels like Tiny Minymo, Holly’s, Molo, Katvig, Ej Sikke Lej, Duns, Ida T, H.J.O.R.T. and Moccis for children 0 – 6 years old. They offer 15% off on all stock until 8th of June.

Spruced Goose offers you labels like Mini A Ture and Me Too with up to 50% off.

Danish label Malou Barre has their own webshop and are currently offering 20% off on all stock. If you like nostalgic and romantic clothing it’s worth having a look.

Scottish Bohemia Design offers up to 50% off on labels like Molo, Mini A Ture, Katvig and Okker Gokker.

Let us know if you know about a sale that should be mentioned!

Newsletter from Little Scandinavian?

Scandinavian mum — Wed, 26 May 2010 13:46:48 +0000

Until recently we have had a daily alert sent out by FeedBlitz to your email. As some of you are subscribing we wanted to make sure you all know that there is a new subscription feature on this blog, with a weekly newsletter replacing the current system.

There will still be daily posts on the blog, but in order not to fill up your inbox we thought it would be better with a weekly summary sent by e-mail.
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New brand alert: Ewa i Walla

Scandinavian mum — Tue, 11 May 2010 10:44:44 +0000

New brand, or at least to me(!) Ewa i Walla creates beautiful pieces for girls age 2 – 8 years, and for their fashionable mums.
Swedish label Ewa i Walla was founded back in 1990, and presents two new collections every year. Their first children collection was launched AW09.
The collection has a sense nostalgia and is a unusual mix of countryside romance and haute couture and it’s made by natural fabrics like cotton, linen, silk and wool.

Getting dressed should not be a matter-of-fact, it should not be a task accomplished in a whisper of time and with as little thought involved as possible. Even from a young age, children have temperaments that are distinctly theirs. Why not let their creativity be shown through their clothing!!

This is the perfect label to look into if you are having a very special occasion coming up or just simply want to stand out from the crowd.

One thing is for sure, this dress (in picture) will turn heads!

Photo: Ewa i Walla

Kids love (Sebra) design!

Scandinavian mum — Mon, 03 May 2010 10:04:12 +0000

Sebra Interior is Danish design company founded by designer Mia Dela in 2004, who after having children of her own, got inspired to produce toys, furniture and textiles for kids with a particular focus on children at play and the space they inhabit.

Sebra’s products exude a joyful mix of old fashioned crafts like crocheting and knitting; and modern, eye-catching, durable designs in beautiful colors and inspired shapes, made to blend naturally into a child’s daily life of playing and learning.

Visit Sebra for more inspiration.