A collection of images featuring American Designers. A Saturday in, with friends. Maya wears – Nico Nico Naomi Dress, Misha & Puff Popcorn Vest, Harfang Custom Belt, Country Kids Organic Tights, Frye Dakota Boots Elle wears – Mabo Wool and Cotton Sherpa Cape, Wovenplay Laia Tutu, Mabo Organic Tee, Country Kids Organic Tights, Minnetonka Moccasins Back Zip Boot, Sarah’s Silk Playsilk […]
Of all mushroom the amanita is the most widely celebrated. The iconic red and white fly agaric has made it’s way into literature, art, and into our homes. It is said to be a symbol of luck. As I looked around our home, I was struck by just how many mushrooms items we have, and […]
Feeling very inspired by the Autumn Winter 14 collection of Mabo, the girls and I ventured to the woods to gather images for the Mabo lookbook. I adore working with Emily, besides her clothes seemingly made for us, Emily has become a best friend and there is a comfort that can only described as close […]
{ Soor Ploom : – Scottish for “sour plum” is a sharp flavoured, round, green boiled sweet originally associated with Galashiels, Scotland. They are sold loose by weight in paper bags, traditionally in “quarters” — a quarter of a pound } I had the pleasure recently of working with Marissa Buick the designer and owner of […]
I met Marta about two years ago when I interviewed her for Papier Mache Magazine. Instantly we became friends, feeling like kindred spirits across the ocean, our similarities ranged from parenting style to environmental awareness and even down to a love of oats for breakfast every morning! I was drawn to Marta for her interesting […]
It is always great to have tips from those that know, and when it comes to hand washing wool Anna Wallack of Misha & Puff is very knowledgeable. I spoke to Anna recently asking her to share her hand washing technique for woolens, and I am so glad I did, the towel rolling technique to press […]
Invest in pure cozy knits this Autumn that will last generations with love and care. Introducing a textural mecca of natural fiber knits, from pure sumptuous lambs wool to premium baby alpaca, these are sweaters to cherish and adore. This season keep your little ones cozy in wholesome goodness, that is thoughtfully made and beautiful […]
If you have not been introduced to Red Creek Handmade, then allow me the introduction. You will fall in love with Katie’s work, and feel a connection to this Mama who spends her days living a simple busy life. With a heartfelt connection, Katie sews, and lucky for us her aesthetic is spot on. Red […]
Autumn came early this year, and for those of us that love the change of season this is good news. While Summer days are loved, the opportunity to swathe in layers is once again welcomed. That feeling of being covered, and protected, sheltered from the elements, layered in warmth…quite simply, that moment of feeling cozy. […]
In the most amazing eclectic coastal town in the far north of NSW Australia, there is a small group of Mothers and their children, that are the living spirits behind the brand Children of the Tribe. You will be familiar with Children of the Tribe for the iconic “I am a wandering Gypsy” t-shirt and […]
One of the beautiful things about being on a path to live lightly and consciously is that I meet some really interesting people, who are living life with dedication to choose wisely. How each of us can do this, and to what extent is unique and I treasure any efforts big or small, but I […]
Pierrot La Lune, is an amazing Danish brand offering organic and fair trade children’s clothes. The clothes are relaxed and comfortable, yet interesting and thoughtful. They are clothes to play in, that also look effortlessly sophisticated. Pierrot La Lune have successfully made perfect children’s clothes! I just adore what they are doing and was delighted […]
When I was a child we would often visit the Arts and Industrial Estate in Byron Bay. It was always an exciting outing because we would go to the studios of Artists that were making a living through arts and crafts. Sometimes if I was lucky my mother would buy me something from the sample […]
It was lovely to connect with Marie Laure recently and have a chat about her children’s clothing label Le Carrousel. Marie lives and works in France with her husband and four children, where she balances motherhood and the running of her brand Le Carrousel. Marie is passionate about children’s fashion and is creating her line […]
I was inspired last week with an image I saw by friends at Papeir Mache Magazine and so I went to work making a collar for my girls. I combined this idea with hand painting fabric – another idea that had been floating in my mind. I started hand painting fabric when some of our screen prints […]
This week (in the midst of our bathroom renovation process) I made a quilted vest for Maya. I drafted the vest pattern off the little red vest that you may recall Elle wearing. The vest was once a coat (see photos of the girls wearing it when they were little) that I made into a […]
I have had a busy and exciting week, and feels good to be able to say, I have been getting things done! The first goal I set myself this week was to turn some screen printed swatches into small tote bags. The second goal I set myself was to market them. Now the third goal, […]
A while ago now our family friend Nicole inspired me when she said that I should print Maya’s drawings onto t-shirts. I loved this idea, and it has sat with me as a really fun thing to do since she suggested it. My first visualisation was of a multi colour detailed print like you would see […]
Seed is on sale, so check out the adorable things and if you need some new clothes for your little one, make the most of the discount! I have always loved Seed clothing and while it is very expensive it is nice to be able to get a special item from there during their sales. […]
Kit + Lili are a Brooklyn based label that make beautiful children’s clothing. We discovered Kit and lili last year when I purchased one of their dresses from a local store. You may recall seeing Maya wear the pink and green dress with chrysanthemums on it throughout Spring and Summer. This was Maya’s absolute favorite […]