Every cloud…

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I’m not one to get down about the weather, after all we live in the UK; we’re professionals at bad weather. But I have to say, this lack of sun is now starting to wear thin even on me. Firstly Florence has an entire summer wardrobe yet to make use of, secondly I’m bored of packing sunglasses, umbrella, rain coat, sun cream, rain cover, sun hat; just make your mind up weather!!!

Looking on the bright side though, the grey clouds did inspire me for this blog post, there is soooo much cool stuff for kids whatever the weather, be it cloudy, sunshine or showers.

Here’s my edit of the best…Click on the image for details.

CLUTCH CONTROL

Jem + Bea BABA pouch, £18

 

 

Ooh yeah! Exciting Bag News Alert! Uber cool changing bag brand JEM + BEA have just released their latest offering in the form of these nifty clutches. The black MAMA bag is available in luxurious calf leather embossed with gold letters (lets face it, anything embossed or monogrammed is the fashion dream). But the clever bit is, they’ve kept their signature water resistant, wipe clean lining so no need to panic when little yoghurty fingers do a speed grab inside for your keys.

The navy BABA pouch is made from practical nylon and has a pop of colour with its bright yellow lettering.  Pull that bad-boy out your changing bag at Gymboree and watch the Mumvy unfold (that’s Mum envy if you didn’t know).

MAMA - black - open - £45

Use them as a compact changing kit, a posh snack bag, an evening clutch or a Mum’s Emergency Kit bag (a miniature gin would fit just snug in there right?). Whatever you do, just make sure you get in there quick when they become available as at £45 (Mama) and £16 (Baba), they’re bound to sell out fast.

Launching on the 4th July the bags are available at JEM + BEA

Easter made Easy

For most (and by most, I mean me) Easter is about eating as much chocolate as humanly possible. However if you want to buy someone a more thoughtful present that’ll last longer than 30 seconds then check out our eggsellent (sorry) gift ideas; they’re the perfect excuse to spoil that special little person this Easter…

 

Easter final

[Credits]

1. Sleepsuit £15.50 Little Dandies2. Shoes £9.95 Baby Gap3. Lamb £19.78 Jellycat at Smallable4. Building Blocks £12 Myla & Oscar5. Comforter £19.95 Moulin Roty at Cuckooland.com6. Hat £40 Oeuf at Nine In The Mirror7. Knitted Body £58 Stella McCartney Kids at AlexandAlexa. 8. Stacker £24 Little Baby Company at Notonthehighstreet. 9. Sleepsuit £17 (part of a set of three) Next. 10. Book £10.51 The Book Depository. 11. Rattle £17 Anne-Claire Petit at Amara. 12. Slippers £14.95 Cuckooland.com. 13. Beatrix Potter outfit £16 Mothercare. 14. Musical Eggs £22.99 Babipur.

Molly & The Wolf

£30 FOX PRINT DAN WALTERS

£30 Fox Print

I stumbled across Molly & The Wolf when I was compiling a page of childrenswear for one of the Sunday supplements. I was pregnant at the time and didn’t know what I was having but found myself compelled to buy something…you know, as you do. I settled on the Fantastic Fox Jumper and to this day, I bring it out the wardrobe and try it on Florence only to find it’s still too big. Most days I find myself wishing she’d stop growing up so quickly, apart from this; I want her in that Fox jumper!

Molly & The Wolf have nailed the quirky, cool and individual market. Whether you’re a Mum, a Dad, Godparent, colleague or friend buying a present for a little person, there’s endless gifts to choose from. Some such as the Balsa Wood Plane  or Kaleidoscopes will send you on a trip down memory lane whereas the shark tail or Lobster bonnet & mittens are fun and unique in their own right.

Head over to the website now and grab a bargain in their amazing sale. Also you lucky MOTHERSHOP readers can enjoy a exclusive discount on all full priced items. Just enter ‘Mshop20’ at the checkout for 20% off. 

As for me, I’m off to try the Fox Jumper on Florence one more time…