book review...red riding hood pop up

This incredible book based on the well known folktale of Red Riding Hood is brought to life in 6 pop-up pages, leading you through the autumn woods to Grandmother's little cottage where the wolf waits eagerly to satisfy his appetite!

A warm colour palette of reds, oranges and browns along with a collage of leaves, set the scene for a visit Red Riding Hood will never forget. Based on the Grimm's fairytale with a wolf-friendly ending!   

Beautifully illustrated and designed by Louise Rowe who specialises in paper-engineering and scherenschnitte (paper-cutting!) Based in England, she has a background in textiles and illustration, and went on to study Graphic Design at university achieving First Class Honours.

If you are a fan and collector of pop up books this one is a must. See them here.

handmade in time for Christmas

 

These beautiful handmade cloth dolls are all unique in style. Their bodies are made from linen & cotton with moveable button jointed arms.

Their outfits are a mix of silk, linen, cottons. lace and sequins.  Gentle play only is recommended (due to the delicate fabrics used) & not suitable for under 3 yrs due to buttons & small parts i.e. pom poms, & ties.
They are 56cm tall..they look a lot smaller in the pics.They are limited so be quick.

See more pics here...

diy kids...a friday book review

 

DIY KIDS

Fridays book review.....D.I.Y Kids. Illustrated with real artwork by real children, D.I.Y. Kids engages young people in making stuff, from binding their own books to sewing their own clothes. It’s packed with fun ideas for making stickers, logos, clothespin dolls, box buildings, graffiti furniture, ribbon accessories, and other cool projects. Each is explained with step-by-step instructions and colorful photographs of great designs and the kids who made them. The activities—rated by difficulty, time, mess, and cost—are intended for ages 7–12, but can easily be modified to suit all ages. 

more pics......for an inside look at DIY KIDS.

in the shop

a colourful collection for the girls.... all in store now...including Minti, Bodebo, Zimmerman and Paper Wings. Click on the label names to see more....

Anorak Magazine - the happy magazine for kids

The Vikings and Pirates issue.....Come on board the HMS Anorak, a magnificent & magical ship that you will not only take you on a journey across the seas but through time too. You are setting sail on a voyage where you will hear riveting stories of lady pirates, fascinating Vikings and daring Tudor adventurers. Hurry along, grab hold of your duffle and walk this way! We have a jolly journey ahead of us that will require courage and plenty of imagination. Are you ready? Drawing friends in this issue include: Tsz Wan, Alice Gabb, Rob Hodgson, Theresa Rowe, Jim Stoten, Mogu Takahashi and Amy Walters.

Filled with games, colouring in, cartoons and stories...hours of fun.
suits ages 7-12 years Available here !  See more picks below....

Pics of the new shop

The shop has moved...but only just around the corner....shop 4, cnr Middleton and Marvel Sts Byron Bay. Right next to Targa Cafe across the road from Atlantic Apartments

animal prints from Minti

Wolves, bears, owls, cats and lots more available in babies and kids.  see here for more....

Mini Rodini is due from Europe next week

Mini Rodini's new range.... just released in Europe is about to arrive.
Peacocks, Eiffel Towers, Zig Zags and more. Dresses, tees and skirts with a unique look, beautiful cotton fabrics. Stocks are limited so don't miss out.