More fun wall stickers...

I wrote a post in July regarding wall stickers Wall sticker post and was very pleased to see a friends baby room decorated with the stickers I posted...it felt good to see High Heels and Nappies was inspiring some Mom`s:) Yippy!

So I thought I would share some more fun motifs which I came across today including a sweet boyish:) train perfect for Sebastian`s room. The fact wall stickers are reasonably priced, (compared to painting a room) easy to put up and take down, giving you flexibility and creative freedom .... they defineatly get a thumbs up in my books!

Have a look at Peanut & Pip website under the section decor to find lots of wall stickers for boys and girls.....happy sticking!

Belle & Boo wall sticker...LOVE!

Our first swim with Freds swim trainer...

Sebastian was so brave....he really enjoyed his first swim with his swim trainer....no tears just cute smiles. It was quiet easy to put on after you had blown up all the 100 different sections:) Sebastian also felt secure although I think it will fit even better once he gets a bit bigger.

Overall I give it a thumbs up!!

Petunia Pickle Bottom...Valet Stroller Clips

Petunia Pickle Bottom have a must have accessory for every Mom - Valet Stroller clips. I didn`t need them with my Joolz pram as my nappy bag attached conveniently to the pram but now I am using the Maclaren they are a life saver! 

The clips easily attach to the handle of your pram with a velcro closure, fitting most sizes of handles. Your nappy bag can then be easily clipped on enabling you to have your hands free.

Just remember to double check the weight of your packed nappy bag to avoid the pram from being unstable.

Weight Limit Test:

1. Attach the empty diaper bag to the stroller while the stroller is unoccupied.
2. Once the bag is attached, fill the bag until the weight of the bag threatens to cause the stroller to become unstable or tip over.
3. Always ensure that the bag weighs less than this amount when attaching the bag to the stroller.

You can order them online.:

 http://www.petunia.com/collections/original/accessories/valetclips/

or buy them at Prince and Princess in Zurich for chf 29

 http://www.prince-and-princess.ch/Wickeltaschen_cat_197.html 

Belle and Boo

Charlotte, my ever inspirational friend introduced me to Belle & Boo and they are so delightful I thought I have to share them with you...

Belle & Boo heads up a collection of beautiful artworks from the imagination of  illustrator Mandy Sutcliffe.

Belle & Boo are two of Mandy’s favourite characters. Belle with her bobbed hair, bright eyes and wearing vintage clothing, is insistently curious about the world  around her, and based on elements of Mandy as a child. With her magical imagination Mandy was always surrounded by friends, and together they fulfilled many a daydream. So when creating Belle she gave her Boo - Belle’s adorable bunny rabbit companion and confidant.

Belle, Boo and their friends are offered in a range of beautiful art prints, perfect for a babies or children`s room. I just love the simple vintage and naive style which captures sweet nostalgic moments of childhood. Some of the prints are limited editions, with only 80 or 90 ever made, presented in beautiful packaging. All art prints are offered framed or mounted at reasonable prices of £30 - £60.  View the website for more information and world wide shop locations. http://www.belleandboo.com

A limited edition box of prints beautiful packaged.

An enchanting range of homeware, clothing, paper goods and cute bits and bobs can also be found.

The book 'Bubbles Before Bed' is her latest creation !! It is a story book, colouring book & activity book all rolled into one which will be available in store from September !! 
Lots of gorgeous things, definitely worth a trip to London to meet Belle & Boo!

Zara home kids - Quilts

We are not as lucky to have a Zara home in Zurich but girls take note as they have some fabulous and affordable linen for kids. 

I looked everywhere in Zurich for a nice quilt or cover for Sebastian`s nursery day bed which was not crazy expensive. Eventually looking online I found Zara had some great quilts and for a change the boy`s selection was nicer than than girls.

I ordered the Chipy star quilt which is reversible with stripes on the back ...so two looks in one!

It was 60 Euros, being so affordable you don`t have to worry if your baby messes on it plus the quality is really nice so I was quiet impressed.
http://www.zarahome.com/shop/de/de/zara-home-kids/category/Quilts+/72501/-1/0

Tip: Have a look around and on various online sites, even if you have to ship to a friend aboard as the selection in Zurich is so small.
http://www.kinderraeume.com/
http://www.kings-and-queens.com/
http://www.thewhitecompany.com/
http://www.serenaandlily.com

Sebastian snuggling in his quilt

Nursery decoration - Wall stickers

I love these wall stickers...I have been looking for something to decorate Sebastian`s nursery with which is not as permanent as painting the walls and which is not heavy so it could possibly fall off the wall. So I think I found the perfect answer. 

They look easy to stick on and you can remove them without damaging the paint ..plus they are such a good price (+ - £20) you can keep changing them as eventually Sebastian will have a say in what he wants on his wall!

These are the best websites I found so far:

Spin collections www.spincollective.co.uk  - Graphic clean designs which can be selected in a number of colours. They make special custom names and motifs and can be ship worldwide. 

Great colour selection

Second website is Blick www.whatisblik.com they have many different designers working on fun patterns and even 3D designs such as below.

Third website is www.chocovenyl.co.uk they have a number of world class designers working on trendy and innovative designs. You can apply the chocovenyl products to almost any flat surface: walls, mirrors, doors, glass, fridges etc.. Basic application is just "Peel and Stick". As the material is repositionable, one can always peel it off the surface and stick it again. 

Fun Fun Fun!!!

Baby Equipment!

If you are now shopping and preparing for the arrival of your little one you are probably feeling a bit over whelmed by the number of items you need and the huge choice.  I remember breaking into a sweat trying to pick out the perfect car seat!!:)  It also feels like the spending spree will never end and well, it doesn't!.  You will spend a small fortune on a fabulous pram and before you know it you will need to buy a light buggy for traveling and whizzing round the city....which I agree is a must have! We got the Maclaren which everyone seems to rave about so expecting big things! Tip: compared to Zurich it is half the price in London...so plan a shopping trip to London!

There is also an endless amount of activity equipment: play mat, swinging, bouncy, feeding chairs etc to select from...although I would definitely buy a play mat first. Sebastian has been on his mat every day since day one! So you get your moneys worth there! Have a look at Nattou for some colour friendly combinations although the experts are not lying when they say babies like bright colours, so if you can handle it best to get something fun. Fisher Price is always a winner!

                                   My Nattou play mat

Overall it is fantastic if you can borrow from a friend or family. Later on you will end up lending your things so best to share share share! You then have a few items to rotate plus they don`t need them for long and if you have a baby like Sebastian he will out grow everything fast! 

I just borrowed a Baby Bjorn chair, to complement my swing chair, which I have to say is pretty fantastic! It is super light so you can take it to friends who dont have child friendly houses or carry it round the house so you are able to shower and know he is safely sitting outside the door:) It has different height levels and bounces which sends him to sleep, when they get a bit older they work out how to bounce them selves. Bonus!

Well that just touched the surface....play pens, baby carriers, feeding chairs...and the list goes on.. but hopefully this helps so far. Happy shopping!

                Baby Bjorn Chair

Fred`s swimtrainer!

I just ordered one of Fred`s swimtrainers for Sebastian. Recommended by a friend in Zurich and saw how easy it is to put on...I was sold! The trainer is great as you can use it from when your baby is just 3 months, 6 kgs, till 4 years. It supports the baby in the correct swimming position with a harness so they are lying in the water being able to freely move their arms and legs promoting their reflexes in the water.

Front view, straps go over the shoulders so they do not slide.    

 Backview,  supports the tummy for a lying position.

Best to google the name and search for the best price as it seems to vary a lot on the internet. 
Let`s go swimming!!:)

Bloom Baby..

Thumbs up for the four Dads who left the corporate world and started Bloom baby furniture. They have brought innovation and contemporary design to a range of products, so parents and baby can begin life together in style!

I love the Coco baby lounger, made of sleek patented stylewood or plexiglas. Its organic shape has a smooth self - rocking motion and a 5 point safety harness. This is a must for any stylish Mom who is looking for an item which fuse`s with their interior design as apposed to clashing in a bright cartoon printed fabric.:)

The other item I am a big fan of is the Fresco chair, modern design and great value as the chair can be used from 6 - 36 months old. Offering a resting, feeding and play chair.

Have a look at their website for more fabulous designs. www.bloombaby.com

Tartine et Chocolat

The very chic French children`s brand "Tartine et Chocolat" is one of my favorites. They have just gorgeous furniture, accessories and clothing. Have a look at their website www.tartine-et-chocolat.fr
I received their beautiful mobile as a gift and it is so pretty.... I love the fact the attachment is painted wood and not plastic!! 

Some other great accessories such as the matching play mat for the very fashion co ordinated Moms:):

Smythson - "Baby notes" book

It is always exciting to receive a package in the post! Especially when it is something fabulous:) A gorgeous powder blue "Baby Notes" book from Smythson, the luxury leather  goods and stationery brand, arrived for me this morning. It is a useful, classic and super stylish little book to flash out of your bag.

I thought it would inspire some alternative gift ideas for some of your friends.

Thanks Paul, Jenny and Tigger!! xxx

Baby prams - Is the Bugaboo still cool?

In order to buy a pram you need a degree in engineering and a whole lot of patience to find out all the pros and cons before you make this very important purchase because it is not cheap!! Comparable to a small car.:))

It was all about the Bugaboo, and don`t get me wrong, it is still a fabulous pram but I have the feeling it`s glory days are over.  It is now time for some new models to shine...

But hats off to the Dutch as they are definitely the leaders in prams!

I am no expert but there are 3 prams which caught my eye. The first pram is the Hesba  - The Rolls Royce of prams, not very practical unless you have a huge car, huge garden or live in the country....definitely not something zippy for the city. But... it is just gorgeous and worth buying just to look at.....if you can afford it!

Second pram is the Joolz, and here I might be a bit biased as this is the one I bought. :) It is perfect if you are tall as the whole pram is set much higher including an adjustable push bar. (Plus I love the fact it is leather, the foam bars give me the "heebie jeeebies" to touch.)

The high seat is also adjustable to fit a growing baby from 6 months to 4 years and can go totally flat.  Lastly it is very compatible and importantly looks very chic.:)  

Tip: the nappy bag is worth buying as it hooks onto the push bar and is therefore very practical to have your hands free. The Maxi Cosi new Pebble car seat can also be clipped on.

But the real test will be to actually use it so I will keep you posted. www.joolz.com

 

The third pram is a pram which was just recently introduced to me through a "High Heels and Nappies"  Mom and got to say it looks pretty cool. It is called Mutsy and yes it is another Dutch invention. Has a sporty look with lots of versatile features.. worth a looking into. www.mutsy.nl

At the end of the day there are lots of great prams and you need to find one that fits best to your lifestyle. So good luck with the hunt!