Little Scandinavian

ImseVimse was founded in 1988 and is based on the picturesque island of Gotland, in the Swedish city of Visby , which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visby is a popular vacation destination for Scandinavians during the summer and receives hundreds of thousands of tourists every year.

Gotland is also known for being a environmental concerned, where everyone are expected to become involved: the business and public sectors, as well as the municipality’s individual residents at work, in their leisure activities and at home. Everyone contributes to the development and formation of the Eco-municipality of Gotland.

The company ImseVimse is no exception. Right from the beginning they have marketed their products on the basis of their benefits to the environment and health, with their aim to be the most environmentally friendly company in the industry. The company was founded by Marie Walleberg when her daughter developed contact eczema from wearing disposable diapers. The problem disappeared when she wore cloth diapers.

ImseVimse produce and sell a range of products in organic cotton; nappies, training pants, swimming nappies, towels and blankets. For more information visit UK stockist coolinclothes.co.uk

Photo: Gotland.travel and ImseVimse.co.uk

Photo and Imse Vimse

Searching for Norwegian salmon and Prim (soft brown goat cheese, which the children loves) on Scandinavian Kitchen.co.uk I stumbled over the newish brand Floppy Buddha instead, set up by Swedish designer Annika Andersson.
The rather small yet fun collection consist of environmental friendly clothes for babies presented on quite an entertaining website! Not completely done, some pages are still under construction, but do have a look!

Picture shows the Panda sleepsuit, available in sizes 3-18 months, £24.

Photo: Floppy Buddha

Brokiga is a collection of quality products for children, inspired by the characters from the Who?- series. The line consists of clothing and furnishings, bedding and other items for the child’s room.

Stina Wirsen is in collaboration with her mother Carin Wirsen the swedish author of about 40 popular children’s books. The philosophy behind these books is that the small child should be taught skills such as counting and reading in a pleasant way, stimulating the child’s natural curiosity and will to explore. They are expressive and cute without being too cutesy. Happiness, mischievousness, frustration and anger are emotions expressed within this world.

The brand is also very environmental friendly with organic and ecologically sound production. For example the cotton products are made of organic cotton and the prints are produced in Sweden on climate compensated paper.

Brokiga is available online from Sweden at House of Hedda

Photo: Brokiga

Lille Barn (Little Children) has managed to create yet a lovely collection in organic merino wool, organic cotton and Bamboo. The London based Norwegian talented and most charming Reidun Oliveira is the head designer behind the brand, and for her the quality of each piece and the love and comfort the child will experience by wearing it is what’s important. She has also chosen to have all her garments produced in Europe, and yet they are still surprisingly affordable.
Lille Barn is clothing for babies and children up to 6 years. Her knitted winter collection in the softest Merino Wool is what the customers really love. But I must admit, this summer collection can not be a disappointment for all Lille Barn fans. Many items like the all in one suit shown to the left is the typical Lille Barn signature style. There is also some lovely fabrics and romantic summer dresses to be found. And many items are mix and match.
But what we are especially impressed about is the boys collection. Chunky knitted organic cotton sweaters in different colours. Comfortable shorts for those hot summer days. And we simply love the reversible jacket with matching bucket hat! Don’t miss out on this one!
Online boutique is to be launched this spring. Meanwhile there are several lovely shops that stock Lille Barn; Kidsen, Cute U Look, Squibbly Biskit, Little Bou and Yellow Lolly




Photo: Lille Barn

Sizzling hot are the new Shampoodle arrivals that BeBaBoo has received. Don’t miss out on the funky stand out rattlesnake skin romper or the “wish it was in my size” jumpsuit for girls.
Seen again are the Shampoodles most popular “Bollywood” pants in organic cotton, this year called “Collector” pants. Match them with Collector Tunic.

This week only BeBaBoo offer a 15% discount on the SS10 Shampoodle collection. All items are shown with the discounted price. From Tuesday next week all items will be listed with recommended retail price again.

Happy shopping and wishing you all a peaceful Friday. x

Photo: Shampoodle

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

I find the Swedish label Shampoodle as something really different. Something new. They take comfort to a new level, with their loose fit combined with super soft viscose and organic cotton.
Shampoodle, founded by Helene Stevenberg and Jakob Wästberg, launches two collections by theme every year, spring/summer and autumn/winter, for children 0 – 10 years. Most clothes are unisex, and made to grow in.
And as Shampoodle say: “Shampoodle always delivers value for money – otherwise it’s no fun.”

Shampoodle Spring Summer 10 collection, available in stores from February 2010. You’ll find Shampoodle at Olive loves Alfie, BeBaBoo, Dolly Rockers, little baby company and Nordic Kids.






Photos: SS 10 by Shampoodle

Mini A Ture isn’t just about clothes, it stands for honesty, quality and responsibility which is reflected in every part of the process, they use organic cotton and bamboo fibres.
Mash ‘n’ Gravy are offering 30% off on all Mini A Ture. Simply enter promotion code MINI30 in the coupon box on the shopping cart page and claim your 30% discount on all Mini A Ture items.

Tatiane Denim Dress by Mini A Ture

Two mothers living in Denmark founded Esenica in 2006. Esenica makes beautiful simple knitted garments from natural products like Alpaca, Llama and organic cotton. All their products are made by people working under the fairtrade principle. It’s made with care, with attention to details. And the result is gorgeous. Simple, natural and beautiful.
I’ll let the picture speak for themselves.

Photo: Esenica

I think we just have to face it, the selection of clothing for boys is not as great as the selection for girls. It has become a lot better, but still we can get tired of cargo pants and stripy and printed tees. It’s hard to find boys clothing that really stands out.
The Scandinavian designers are really striving to do something with that, by using the highest quality fabrics (and of course organic cotton where possible and Fairtrade) with a lot of attention to details. They take pride in making clothes allowing children to be children. The clothes are fun and playful yet functional and comfortable, something active boys knows to appreciate.

Moose T long sleeve top from Mini A Ture is a good example of what cool, trendy tops should look like for boys. A cut out shape of a grey moose’s head on a vibrant blue background to the right of the tee, available from Nest. Oh! And did i mention it’s on sale for only £11?
Pair it with jeans from MarMar Copenhagen (available from Nordic Kids), belt from Rebus and rough leather shoes from Bisgaard.