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2d of December winner of cool Viking tee

Scandinavian mum — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 00:00:41 +0000

Thank you to all for participating and all your lovely comments.

The winner of 2d of December and the cool bright turquoise blue long sleeved soft tee with “happy Erik” Viking print is

Vicky Fallows! Congratulations!

Will you please forward your full name and address to us on: post@littlescandinavian.com
and one essential Viking garment in size 4y will be on it’s way to you!

To see more of Danefae’s fun and fantastic collection with colourful stripes, funny prints, high quality soft jerseys, fleeces and velours have a look here.

Danefae is available in the UK at Yellow Lolly , LulaSapphire and Nordic Kids or directly from danefae.dk

Photo: Danafae AW10

There’s a fox in our garden

Scandinavian mum — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:52:41 +0000

We are fortunate to have a large green shared garden in the middle of London. And it’s not only our neighbours we are sharing it with -there’s a fox in our garden too!
The fox is an opportunist which has adapted perfectly to urban and suburban environments. It will eat practically anything, like worms, beetles, berries, carrion, small rodents, rabbits and birds. Although an efficient predator, it is basically lazy and will not bother with elusive prey where scavenging might produce an easier meal. Larger items it takes and buries to insure against future hard times when food may be sparse.

Concern is sometimes expressed over “too many” foxes being present in an area. The population however is self regulating and limited by the amount of food and territory available. Cubs born simply replace the number of adults lost since the previous breeding season. Foxes are loners, not pack animals, and the family usually disperses by late autumn.
There are also concerns about diseases and also if they are a threat to people and their pets.

The Fox Project is a charity dedicated to the red fox, operating in parts of Kent, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex and South East London. If you too have a fox in your garden and have concerns or questions regarding it The Fox Project will might be able to help.

Photo: Danafae AW10

Highlights of Bubble London

Scandinavian mum — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:50:16 +0000

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

The ultimate Christmas gift list

Scandinavian mum — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 23:30:30 +0000

- baby
1. Cherry Blossom Birds snuggle by Elodie Details, £15.50 at Nordic Kids

2. Miss Mjuao Moccis, £18 at Moccis

- toddler
1. Blue stars backpack by Sofie Schnoor, £25.45 Nordic Kids

2. Dusty olive needlecord pinafore dress with flower by Phister & Philina £24.99 at Just Dresses

- younger girls 4 – 8
1. Beautiful dark purple rainboots by Sofie Schnoor £30 at Rose and Robin

2. Soft velour cardigan by Wheat £18 at KidKid

- older girls, tweens and teens
1. Silver Polka Dot Small Jewellery Case by Lisbeth Dahl, £18.50 at Love It Have It

2. Butterfly Keyring by Lisbeth Dahl, £4.95 at Momui

- baby
1. Green rainbow Viking Chef coated bib by Danefae £12.99 at Nordic Kids

2. Crème and brown crazy owl bodysuit by Ej sikke lej at Barnyard Kids £18.99

- toddler
1. “Under your bed” Moccis, £18

2. Brown elk print long-sleeve t-shirt by Urban Elk at Barnyard Kids £19.99

- younger boys 4 – 8
1. Green Apple Beanie Smafolk £14 at Mash n Gravy

2. Blue and orange stripe bathrobe by Katvig £37.99 at Nordic Kids

- older boys, tweens and teens
1. Check blouson in lined serge/red tartan by Mini Rodini £45 at little Fashion Gallery

2. Funky Yellow High-Top Trainers by Molo £29.95 at Childrensalon