This post is sponsored by Harlequin School Bags
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So you’ve turned up on the first day of school thinking you were all set, but seem to have forgotten to buy a library bag, swimming bag and about a hundred other things? Never fear! Here’s our list of last-minute school gear saviours to get you on track and ready to learn!
The typography trend isn’t going anywhere and that means we’re all still loving our ABCs – especially when they are this pretty! Create gorgeous nameplates for kids’ bedrooms with Mooza Designs‘ personalised letters. Made from beautiful Japanese papers on an acrylic base, sealed with glossy resin, they are a cut above your usual wooden cut-outs.
Available from Hard To Find – $8 per letter
A & B. Coq en Pâte backpacks from Little Frenchy – $45
C & D. Coq en Pâte satchels from Little Frenchy – $69
E & F. School backpack from Penny Scallan – $59.95
G & H. Personalised backpacks from Stuck On You – $49.95
I & J. Bakker Made With Love satchels from Scallyoop – priced from $64.95
K & L. Miniseri satchels from Hard to Find – $78
M & N. Gooie backpacks from Haggus & Stookles – priced from $29.95
O & P. Irony backpacks from Haggus & Stookles – $59.95
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The first day of school is often a complicated mix of terror and excitement. Avoiding tears is hard for little ones (and their mums!) as the hype of starting school can be overwhelming. However, there are plenty of things you can do to minimise first day jitters. Here are 11 easy ways to ensure the path to big school is a smooth and straight one!
Travelling is fun with a Trunki and the moo-ving is easy with Frieda the Friesian cow. The limited edition Freida includes all the clever design features of it’s Trunki pals plus new features including key lock, double carry handle and extra internal straps and compartments. Frieda is this year’s ultimate traveling companion and your secret weapon for keeping the kids in tow when you’re on the moo-ve.
Freida Limited Edition available from Urban Baby – $64.95
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3 Sprouts serves up practicality in gorgeous packages and the new additions to their range do not disappoint! Turn your child’s dirty washing pile into a design statement with the best looking laundry hampers on the block, gaze up at a sweet felt mobile, and continue the theme in the bathroom with cute animals that will gobble up your bath toys. Decorating AND organising done in one simple step!
Available from Little Boo-Teek – priced from $32.95
Put your sunnies on. Boon has released a bundle of new goodies and you know what that means: clever, playful design wrapped in vivid colour.
The Loop nappy caddy keeps change time in seamless flow, while your kitchen counter gets a floral tribute with Stem drying rack accessories (or go neutral with their all-white Winter drying rack). Tame toddler chow time with cute new snack containers and the innovative Wrap bowl protector. It’s a soft, cushion-y layer that expands and slides over most bowls, protecting it from breaks and suctioning it to the table. So baby can enjoy eating out of your best china too!
Available from Urban Baby
Why does your email account seem to let through mail about certain (ahem) “enlargements” but manages to trash emails you actually want to read? Some things are unexplainable, but they are fixable! Inspired by this post by thewebalyst.com, here’s how to “whitelist” emails from our sister site Mum’s Grapevine to make sure they appear in your inbox.
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Are you raising a budding artist who prefers using mixed media like your walls, the lounge or their clothes to create their masterpiece? Grab them a Mini Rodini panda pen tee. It will give the kids a chance to create and wear their own designer tee – with full permission to draw on their clothes! The panda is printed on, so the kids can stick to simple colouring or can add their own touches. You may find you have a Ralph Lauren in the making.
Available from Tiny Wardrobe – $49.95
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It’s International Men’s Day, which we think is the perfect excuse to start thinking about the much-loved guys in your life … and what on earth you’re going to buy them for Christmas?! After extensive research (ie Facebook) we’ve discovered that men/husbands/fathers are indeed the hardest people to buy for. So we’ve come to you rescue and put together our top gift selections for blokes …
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