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Renew the children’s bedroom with Scandi interior and decor

January 26, 2012 by Scandinavian mum

Winter will soon be over, and it’s time for both a spring clean and perhaps freshening up your child’s bedroom. We’ve made a small selection of desirable furniture, decor and accessories that are sure to renew juniors room in an instant.
Key elements are; Storage, materials like wood and soft fabrics and colours -lots of gorgeous and utterly delicious colours!

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Kidsen in the final in the Telegraph Shop Awards

January 12, 2012 by Scandinavian mum

Little Scandinavian wants to say a big Congratulations to our friends over at Kidsen for being one of three shops in Britain shortlisted for the Telegraph Shop Award ‘Best Children’s Shop’, together with Olive loves Alfie and Ptolemy Toys.

KIDSEN is a fun and friendly children’s store stocking Scandinavian inspired products, both online and in the heart of Kensal Rise, in North West London at 111 Chamberlayne Road.
Founded by resident Swede Corina Papadopoulou and husband Franco Ofili, with a mission in life to do the hard work finding beautiful things for your kids that don’t cost the earth. Their range includes everything from classic wooden toys and Swedish nursery furniture through to beautiful and practical children’s clothes from some of Scandinavia’s best brands. kidsen.co.uk

The winner will be announced on February 22nd -we’ll keep our fingers crossed!

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It’s a party -and you’re invited!

December 6, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

Kidsen is hosting a fun and festive Christmas shopping event in association with NEW West London Magazine, Absolutely. Drop in for a slice of Swedish Christmas with seasonal drinks and nibbles, great discounts on clothes and shoes, goodie bags and a jolly good time!
When? December 8th 2011, 4pm – 8.30pm
Where? Kidsen, 111 Chamberlayne Road, Kensal Rise, London, NW10 3NS

We hosted a Christmas party with Kidsen last year and had such a good time! Unfortunately we’ll not be able to make it this year as we’re off on holiday. Hope you can make it if you are around if not you can always shop online with your very special LittleScandi discount code and get 10% off on your Christmas shopping.
See last year, Little Scandinavian and Kidsen Christmas Event in pictures.

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Wear it pink! 28th of October

October 19, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

Friday 28 October 2011 plays host to WEAR IT PINK DAY, supporting the people affected by breast cancer, according to the Bubble Blog.

Why not bake something pink, make some pink crafts or organise a pink party on Friday 28th? Get more fund raising ideas online

The Breast Cancer Campaign is a charity that want us to get together and have fun whilst fund raising for a very important cause -that so many of us has been touched by.
The charity is currently supporting 101 research projects worth over £17.2 million across the UK and Ireland.

Take part in wear it pink and be part of the cure for breast cancer!
You can donate online via wearitpink.co.uk

Does your child have something pink to wear? To give you some ideas and get you started we’ve made a selection of a selection of bright pink for children. See full list of pink items, prices and where to get it Polyvore.


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Favourite outfits for Autumn Winter 2011

September 16, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

Corina Papadopoulou, founder of the Scandinavian Children’s Store KIDSEN, lives in London with her husband and two gorgeous daughters. They’ve recently returned from a lovely summer holiday in Sweden, being busy visiting family and friends and most certainly also being scouting for new cool children’s fashion and design brands! Back in UK, and no time to rest as both girls are back to school and with all the news for Autumn Winter 2011 arriving daily it’s rock´n roll over at Kidsen. We had a chat with Corina about what’s new and what brands and style’s that excites her this season. She’s kindly taken the time to put together a few outfits;
Corina’s favourite outfits for Autumn/Winter 2011 -enjoy!



Little Miss Urban Cool

To help your Little Miss step out in style the popular Hummel High Tops now come with fur lining and this purple pair is a winner. Team them with a long sleeve grey marl sweater dress from Mini Rodini. It has a fun dancing bear print complete with an appliqué tutu. Worn with leggings or fun tights what’s not to love! To keep ears snug these stripy Molo Kandy Earmuffs in Party Pink are practical and utterly irresistible. Finally, no urban cool outfit is complete without this funky Mini Rodini retro style jacket. In earthy colours with faux leather cuffs it’s a fabulous head turning piece.



Little Miss City Chic

FUB is my brand of the season and this Yellow Melange Skirt will put everyone in a spin. Girly, pretty and vivid it looks great teamed with FUB’s stylish grey leggings and beautiful soft wool cardigan in a neutral shade with contrasting red and yellow trims and buttons. It’s truly divine! To give the outfit an edge I have teamed the skirt with Pom Pom’s fur cowboy boots in camel. 100% leather upper with cute contrast stitching and rubber soles they are designed to be as kind to little feet as possible while still looking fab – I want a pair!



Little Man Too Cute for School

For Little Men I love these Little Duckling soft grey cords, a great alternative to jeans. They are comfortable to wear but robust enough to withstand little boy antics! Team them with great looking Pom Pom grey Chelsea Boots which have stitch details and elastic sides which make getting on and off a breeze. This season every boy’s wardrobe should have a checked shirt. This Mini A Ture Gabriel Shirt is super stylish and can be layered for different looks. To finish the outfit I’ve added this fashionable navy jacket from Mini Rodini. With cute poppered pockets, a panda motif and silky lining it has a stamp of individuality to ensure boys are dressed to impress.


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The winner of a retro lamp from Kidsen

September 15, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

During our 2 Anniversary Celebration we teamed up with one of our favourite stores and played pass-the-parcel. 19 entered the party game and one winner had to unwrap the last layer, chosen by Random.org

The giveaway, from Kidsen.co.uk a retro lamp from retail price £34.99 The lamp comes in two styles; table lamp and clip lamp and you can choose from lots of bright colours (our favourite being the turquoise and the yellow). This lamp will certainly freshen up your child’s room -we think the nostalgic vintage style would probably work anywhere in the house.

The winner is (drum roll…) Nina! Congratulations!
Nina said when entering: “2 years and already such an important voice in the cyber world! For the lamp I’m thinking my son’s room or even better, my study!” Nina, we have sent you an email. Please let us know what style and colour you think would be best for your son’s room -or was it your study!?

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Win a retro lamp from Kidsen

September 14, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

It’s our 2d Anniversary today! Please join the celebration with lots of fantastic discounts, promotions and prizes throughout the day. See your party invitation here.

Let’s play pass the parcel -who will get the parcel? Leave a comment below and you have the chance to be randomly selected to unwrap the last layer of the parcel, and as the lucky final ‘unwrapper’ you’ll get a nice surprise!

The surprise: A retro style lamp from Kidsen.co.uk
The lamp comes in two styles; table lamp and clip lamp and you can choose from lots of bright colours (our favourite being the turquoise and the yellow). Coated in metal with a chrome goose neck arm. This lamp will certainly freshen up your child’s room -but we think the nostalgic vintage style would probably work anywhere in the house. Retail price £34.99


The small print: Competition ends at midnight, 00am BST 15th September 2011. One winner will be randomly chosen and announced on the Little Scandinavian, Facebook and Twitter the following day.

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Mini Rodini Must-Haves for AW11

September 10, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

The Swedish Design House Mini Rodini was founded in 2006 by the illustrator Cassandra Rhodin. Inspired by her great grandfather, a legendary circus king, she has created a new take on children’s wear. With sustainability and quality in focus, Mini Rodini creates clothes that parents want to dress their kids in, and that kids love to wear. Today, Mini Rodini is represented in over 200 locations around the world and every season more and more lovely UK based shops stock it.

We shared a sneak peak of Autumn Winter 11 by Mini Rodini back in July, featuring a little selection of their extensive outerwear range in addition to the lovely panda and peacock print. Now all the stores have received what they’ve ordered of the collection and we’ll do a highlight here on what we think is the very best of, Mini Rodini Must Haves for this season.

Mini Rodini girls Eiffel Tower dress size 9 months – 9 years 335.00DKK at Lille Figaro Comfortable, practical and yet oh so chic! Soft organic cotton jersey dress with long sleeves and a girly 2 frills skirt. This powder pink Parisian super cute dress will surely be Little A’s favourite piece of the season.

Mini Rodini Bristol Baby Jeans, size 0 – 3 years €45.50 5-pocket baby jeans in blue vintage wash with tobacco seams and golden button and rivets. Adjustable waistband inside, regular waist and straight leg. Mini Rodini Luton Jacket 0 – 11 years €89.90 windbreaker coat in water resistant coated cotton/polyester canvas. Zip with faux leather puller at front with press buttons at placket. Patch pockets with pocket flap and press button closing. Rib at sleeve ending and in collar and separable hood with two seams for nice fit. Mini Rodini Bear tee size 9 months – 7 years £19.50 at Scandinavian Minimall unisex short sleeved organic cotton t-shirt with a cool bear playing the tuba print at the front. The brown bear is one of the main prints this season, available in long sleeved and short sleeved tees, baby onepiece and a dancing the ballet brown bear jersey dress available from Kidsen, girls mini skirt and leggings.

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Blafre Lunchbox Giveaway at Kidsen

August 31, 2011 by Scandinavian mum

To coincide with the fact that our children will be going back to school next week one of our favourite children’s Scandinavin fashion and design store Kidsen have launched a Facebook Giveaway. A lovely little retro Blafre Lunchbox and drink bottle in gorgeous red and pink elephant print for one lucky winner.
Entry is FREE, just click on the Sweepstakes link on Kidsen’s Facebook page, before Thursday 8th September 2011.


Please note that the previous Ferm Living giveaway competition is finished and a winner is shortly to be announced!

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One happy Solamgios winner ready for Summer & Sunshine!

July 21, 2011 by Scandinavian mum


Estrid turned 1 year last week, the 13th of July. And what better way of celebrating than receiving no less than two sun protective, cool and colourful baby outfits by Solamgios?! (The wallpaper in the background is Isak Green penguins from Kidsen )
Estrid’s dad, Henrik, was the lucky winner of 1.prize in our big UV kids wear giveaway competition, sponsored by Fun Little Things and Solamigos.
We wish Estrid a belated Happy 1st Birthday and we hope she’ll enjoy her summer holiday with lots of outdoor play. We think Estrid’s gorgeous smile brightens up the day -but wouldn’t mind if the sun helped out soon too…

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