Lara, 9 years old – London, UK

"My daughter Lara is complete tomboy and shy but quirky and imaginative, passionate about her tree house" says Francesca Longrigg, a songwriter, at present of cd ‘The Land of Sometimes ‘ for children.

Guest photographer

Alexandra Darcissac, creator of La Princesse au Petit Pois  is a woman of passion. She loves making clothes and she loves spotting new talents to photograph her creations.  For her Spring-Summer 2012 collection, Alexandra has worked hand in hand with Helena, a Finnish designer

In talk with Carly, founder of Corby Tindersticks

Carly  lives and works in Birmigham. She is the founder of Corby Tindersticks, which creates fun design and illustration for kids (and grown ups as well). Carly tells us more

Hair, hair everywhere…

In the not-so-distant past, and even today, long beards were the sign of specific peoples and tribes: they might be a sign of holiness, wisdom or authority (Father Christmas, Jesus, The Ayatollah) or more recently, eccentricity

Eat and sleep in London

New update - April 2014...have a nice stay in London!

Link to Naif #12 !

Do you know Naif Magazine? This will be most likely a "YES"  in continental Europe as Naif has been around for a while now. But the title isn't very spread in other countries.

The Oak and Rope Company

The perfect simple solid swing

This good looking swing is made of solid oak and thick natural Manila rope. It is delivered to you engraved on each side with the name of your choice

Pom d’Api

Brand Name Pom d'Api - Company name Rautureau Apple Shoes Date of creation 1870 for the company, 1973 for the Brand Country of origin France - Country of production France, Tunisia (and Asia for sneakers) Name of the owners Guy Rautureau and Yvon Rautureau, sons of the founder…

Homes at play

Just released, "Playful Homes" by Andrew Weaving is  not just another publication on kid's rooms. The 240 pages book features twelve family homes, all designed

Playtime New York – Part II

I have to say that my favourite children's trade show is Playtime New York. Well, two (main) good reasons

For young eyes only…

They are very stylish and wonderfully designed; they carry names such as Jackie, Lenny or Bobby; they do the best job to protect the eyes. Sons + Daughters' hot

Happy mother’s day!

Here's a funny pop video featuring dresses by Bang Bang Copenhagen. This song was launched for International Women's Day, by Swedish pop band Tikkle Me. Happy Mother's day ! (UK).