March 17, 2013
My New York crush : HBB Industria Argentina
When I saw this new brand at Playtime New York, I had an immediate crush. I also enjoyed very much chatting with Jimena Bruguera, founder of the brand, originally from Argentina and currently living in Brooklyn. HBB Industria Argentina perfectly translates the North…
March 14, 2013
Like Bowie? Go for Nixie Clothing!
Use of bright colours and alternative patterns, t-shirts filled with stars and large stripes of different colours, yellow and blue make-up : the new collection by Nixie Clothing shows obvious influences of ever changing David Bowie and his alter ego Ziggy Stardust. Sticking to…
March 13, 2013
Eduardo Cattus
Based in Latvia, Inga and Evija (two sisters) recently launched an indie design brand called Eduardo Cattus. Not an obvious thing at first sight, for Inga graduated in economics and Evija in environment science. But their childhood was much about fashion and fabrics and their…
March 11, 2013
Mario The Magician
His shows are uplifting, inventive, highly interactive, and oh-so-original; he surrounds himself with silly antics, colorful, handmade props, and a live dove named Mozzarella; he throws ridiculously silly and meticulously crafted performances. Meet Mario the Magician, one of…
March 7, 2013
Colliers du Printemps
These big wooden beads are hand painted with sunny colours such as yellow, pink and ultramarine. UK Mother's Day is this Sunday, it might be still on time to order - Dents de Loup via etsy.com.
March 6, 2013
What’s new, New York ?
I am getting ready for a trip to New York : four days in the Big Apple to visit the kids Trade Show Playtime (work), the Armory Show (pleasure) and to see what's new in this vibrant city. I have asked around what's new, what I shouldn't
March 5, 2013
In conversation with Nathalie Gaveau, serial e-entrepreneur
At only 24 years old, Nathalie Gaveau earned a MBA from a top University and co-founded French eBay competitor PriceMinister, which sold as one of the largest exits in European consumer web. Nathalie could easily have retired at that point, but her entrepreneur mind and…
March 4, 2013
No Added Sugar Liberty Swimwear Collection
Sneak peek to No added sugar's first swimwear collection, in Liberty prints - Lili Bikini
March 3, 2013
Tattuum : Happy Temporary Tattoos
Spanish wallpaper brand Chipsum is expanding its fun+humoristic+contemporary vision to the world of tattoos, with a brand called Tattuum. The body is the a new canvas for their quirky designs. Five themes and over 90
March 2, 2013
Zulema, 3y old – Belfast, Ireland
"Zulema is gorgeous inside and out, she has the silkiest hair that takes ages to dry. She’s very attentive, remembers everything, is proud of her artwork and makes great company. One of her favorite things to do is put her bunnies and dolls to sleep. At any one time there might…
March 1, 2013
Can’t get enough of The Loop
New (and exciting - again!), The Loop is a quarterly magazine for children aged 9—13, that engages its readers in contemporary global and local issues in an approachable manner. We received the first issue a few months ago and read it "en famille" from beginning to……
February 28, 2013
Kate Law fait La Loi
New and exciting : La Loi is a childrenswear collection created by Art Director Kate Law. In October last year La Loi (pronounce it the French way) debuted as an exclusive capsule collection of digitally printed unisex leggings for Liberty. The type of products that you can't…
February 27, 2013
Muscle Man T-Shirt Made By Wolf
I just received this image of a new T-shirt design from Made By Wolf, featuring an illustration by Dutch artist Nelleke Verhoeff . "At first sight he might look a bit overwhelming with his gigantic muscles and enormous mustache, but don’t worry. Muscle Man is actually a very…
February 25, 2013
Zoe and Lucia, 10 y old – Beaujolais Region, France
Zoe is joyful, generous, gourmet and does not like injustice. Lucia is sensitive, thoughtful, happy and loves horses above all. Mother of the twins, Chrystèle, is the designer and founder of Inspirations by la Girafe, a jewellery brand for children, teenagers and mums.
February 22, 2013
Goat Milk for a better world
New Goat Milk graphic tees available now! One dollar from each tee will be donated to the Human Rights Campaign and just food. Free shipping for
February 21, 2013
Introducing children to the world of architecture and design
The Hungry Little Minds A-Z flash cards and building blocks are the first of a series of toy designs planned with the objective of creating toys which are fun and creative and introduce children into the world of architecture and design. Behind this project is Vikki Tucker, a…
February 20, 2013
Molo : 10 years already!
Danish funky children's brand molo was founded 10 years ago by Mogens Jepsen. In a decade, Molo built a strong international presence with over 600 stores and web shops all around the globe, including Harrods in London, Stockmann in Finland and
February 13, 2013
Copenhagen : CIFF Kids and more
I visited CIFF Copenhagen for the first time last week - It was my second time in Copenhagen and a confirmation that it is a wonderful city to visit for pleasure and for work. It has just the right size, not too large yet buzzing. It is very traveler-friendly, well organised…