My most shared image and frequently asked question on social media is without doubt about my IKEA KURA hack. Many years ago we purchased the IKEA KURA bunk bed for my son’s room. I love the fact that there is a low bed on the bottom, perfect for the transition from cot to toddler. I love that it …
As a parent, it can sometimes feel like you spend the best part of the day running around tidying up after your kids. From stray shoes to odd socks, discarded toys to crayons and books, your children can leave a path of destruction behind them! Sometimes however, it isn’t the picking up after your kids …
I’ve been a fan of Happy As Larry Designs for many years and purchased quite a few of her fabulous, Eco-friendly kids products. So I’m thrilled to have a chat with founder and owner Amy Eaton to discuss her incredible new children’s rug collection. Make sure you sign up here by Thursday 26 October to get …
A kids table and chair set is an absolutely essential item for a house full of children! From toddler years to becoming a teenager, they will use it all of the time… for hours of drawing, homework, kid’s dinners and playtime. It’s a constant hub of activity and keeps them away from the kitchen table which is my …
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Anika meets Peaches There is something thrilling about watching your kids play with beautiful toys that evoke a sense of fascination and wonder, and endless hours of imaginative play. Meet Elke Egener, founder of Calamity Bolt whose handmade, hand sewn hobby horses do just this. And when they are not being played with, they look …
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Peacock, cobra and leopard animal heads Animal heads have been popular in kids rooms for a while and I’ve used some beautiful ones in design installations. I had my eye on some for my kids rooms but decided to have a go at making my own out of paper mache. And you know what… they …
I’ve been eyeing up some porcelain drawer handles for a while but just couldn’t quite bring myself to spend the money… So I found a way to get the look I wanted which was more budget-friendly! Here’s what to do… 1. Choose a selection of paint colours I’m not usually a fan of painting. I hate …
Don’t you love a good kids bedroom makeover and ‘before and after’ room reveal?! This little boy’s bedroom went from beige and cluttered to bright and Scandi. Bobby and his Mum now love spending time in there! The only thing they wanted to keep was his bed and bedside table. Otherwise I had free reign to make …
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I’m delighted to share an interview with Karen Edwards, founder and designer of Australian organic kids bedding brand Moonlit Sleep. Her positivity, motivation and courage make this a moving and inspiring read! Tell us a little bit about yourself – a typical day, your daily must-haves, a mantra you live by… My day starts with …
Here I’m going to show you how you can do a boys room makeover without having to buy expensive pieces. Rejuvenate your boys room and achieve completely new looks, mainly through new bedding, prints and wall décor. It doesn’t have to cost a fortune to inject some life into your kids space. But it will be …
