MacLaren seat liners

My ESPRIT stroller broke down just after a year. To be fair I must admit that we have used it A LOT. And Hong Kong is quite hard on strollers with its ten thousand steps...
So everyone in Hong Kong is using a MacLaren stroller. They seem to be more durable. That's why I got a preloved MacLaren Triumph stroller for my daughter. Since it was preloved I wanted to accessoirize it a bit to make it look at least a bit more fashionable. I decided for a seat liner. They come in all kinds of styles. The only problem is to find them at your local store. I got this one for my daughter:


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But there are also very nice options available for boys:

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I was hoping to find this one for my twins somewhere in Hong Kong but the MacLaren shop doesn't have it...

DIY: Easter bunny box

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Here is a little DIY project for the Easter holidays. It's a gorgeous little rabbit box in origami style. You can find the instructions for it here: origami-bunny-box.
Happy Easter!!

Retro nurseries

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While on the lookout for inspiration for the boys' nursery I came across these lovely retro style nurseries. I love those bold 70's fabrics and wallpapers. Not sure yet how I can add a bit of that style to my nursery though. Maybe I need to keep on browsing for some fabric...

I want clouds...

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I am totally hooked on clouds at the moment! So I will try to make a cloud mobile for the boy's change table. And I am also thinking of making some cloud appliques for a blanket... Maybe I could even print my own cloud fabric?

Nursery gallery

I just came across the nursery gallery at http://www.spearmintbaby.com/ . There are beautiful nursery ideas for everyone and every type of nursery. Love it!

Inspiration for the boys' room

I was browsing the internet for ideas for the boys' room. IKEA + Children gave these stunning results:

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I love the colours. So I have decided to spice up the blue guestroom (which will become the boys' room) with a little bit of yellow. Only problem. The STUVA storage system is not exactly yellow but lime green...

Source: http://homeklondike.com/2010/10/22/storage-ideas-for-kids-rooms/

This is such a great storage idea. I already had on mind to use fabric boxes for the boys' clothes. But how lovely are those little tags!

Source: http://hamptontoes.blogspot.com/2011/02/childrens-reading-nook.html

This is definitely a design I want to copy. I already bought the frame boards in order to use them as book shelves. What a beautiful way to showcase lovely books.

Showcase your little artist's work

Since the little one has started her playgroup she brings home all these cute art pieces. I have simply put a sisal ribbon around the mirror in the dining room and wooden clothes-pegs keep the art work in place. You can easily add more pieces or remove and rearrange them...

DIY: Necklace for your little princess

This little necklace is ready in a few minutes. All you need is a nice ribbon and a leftover piece of leather. Cut the leather into a nice shape e.g. a flower, a leaf or an animal etc. Then punch a hole into the leather shape (with the paper punch), lead the ribbon through the hole, make a tight dot to close the ribbon and here you go! Make sure that you don't leave your toddler unattended wearing the necklace as they could strangle themselves.

The girl's room

We just moved into our new flat and that meant that our little girl got a new bigger room all to herself. This time I tried to stick with reds for the colour concept.

The cot, the white shelf and the wardrobe are from IKEA whereas the Chinese cabinet is from a local Hong Kong dealer. The fuchsia curtains are made from Laura Ashley fabric. The sand coloured curtains are bedspreads from IKEA. The change table is also from IKEA but we removed the lower shelf in order to make it fit into the bathroom.

Cushions for play, fun and comfort

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Via: http://www.inhabitots.com/inhabitots-link-roundup-of-the-week-25/

These are some gorgeous cushions for kids. My favourite are the rocks made of felt. So cool! But also check out the other ones. Really cute stuff!

Nightlights and puppies

Via: http://www.mothercare.com/Pabobo-Lumilove-Night-Light-Rabbit/dp/B0010YW06C

Via: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WNSG60/sr=8-24/qid=1268939179/ref=noref?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1268939179&sr=8-24

Via: http://www.vtwonen.nl/2009/10/alleen-voor-meiden/



There's a trend for modern stylish deco objects for children. I just bought the cute Lumilove rabbit for my daughter. It constantly changes the colour glowing in all rainbow colours. I also like the minimalist Oxo Candela little creatures from outer space. Both nightlights come with LED lights and can be used without batteries or plugs. Just charge them once and enjoy hours of colourful glow.
The Magis puppy is also very minimalist and trendy. We own a white little fellow (see the last picture). I was very impressed when I found that super modern fuchsia and white girl's room. The little puppy fits perfectly into the ambiance!

Toys or colourful decoration?

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These are not only toys they also make for really cool decoration. You can even sew the gorgeous cuddle cows yourself. Just follow the instructions given in the link. And the last photo gives a little forecast on Easter deco. Lovely, isn't it? Maybe I will paint a bodysuit for my daughter this year for Easter...

Counting sheep

Via: http://www.inhabitots.com/2009/03/26/is-dutch-fashion-house-oilily-guilty-of-imitation/rosa5/

Via: http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/decosticks/product/counting_sheep

I remember the brand Oilily from  my childhood days. How interesting to see that they are still in business. Also check out Inhabitots for loads of green products and ideas. And in order to make your little one fall asleep more easily hang those cute little sheep over her cot so she can count them every evening!

Bright teddy bears

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A couple of bright fun teddy bears. The first one is a cool recycling project for baby socks. Just spend a couple minutes and make one! And how lovely is the family bear print! And last not least the super cute bears made of fabric.

Retro Trend

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I love the new retro trend that's coming to the nursery. Look at these adorable soft toys. That's such a great alternative to Barbie & Co. Check out the Decor8 blog for more stylish ideas, not only for babies...

Cutie elephants

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Via: http://prettylittlethings.typepad.com/lori_marie/whistle-and-wink/

Here come some more elephants. I have fallen in love with these cute softies. Aren't they just lovely? I would love to buy them all. It's so hard to resist. And have a look at the beautiful crocheted blanket! If I only had more time and passion to make one by myself...

Super cool plush toys

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Oh how I love these super cool plush toys. If possible I would buy them all! Isn't the geisha doll adorable? And how about the mushroom stool? That's a great idea! And then the guitar! Maybe I should try to make one myself... And I am totally in love with the super cute cuddle elephant.