toss the mess...

Most parents have a love, hate relationship with the humble bib. We love that they function as a clothing protector, acting as a force field between orange pumpkin and designer outfits but aren't as fond of the extra pile of washing they create.

How is this for a great idea then...a biodegradable disposable bib from Cocoboheme. If you just can't bear to scrap off the hardened weet-bix and broccoli then do what the royals do and toss it out! Printed on a potato starch material, it is an environmental solution to bib woes!

We look forward to seeing an Australian equivalent soon.

2 degrees of fun.....

Day one of the school holidays here and the kids are already mumbling on about having nothing to do.

It was very timely then that I received a lovely email from Anne at Luce Handmade telling me all about her gorgeous new project. TwoDegrees will be the umbrella in which many unique, Australian, hand crafted projects will be launched.

The first being natural rubber stamp sets featuring local Australian landscapes and made from natural vulcanised red rubber. Each is mounted on reclaimed Tasmanian Celery Top pine including foam cushioning so are perfectly safe for little hands and mouths should they make their way there! In the typical style of Anne Mason, the stamp sets are superbly packaged in a handmade bag made from organic materials and finished with a divine letterpress tag.

Purchase here and get the kids stamping.

for all that is bright in Brighton....

What an amazing year we have had. Our launch into Sydney was a resounding success and our continued growth in Melbourne has been very exciting. The year isn't quite over though and we plan to end it on a high with our last fair for the year at Brighton Town Hall. Starting tomorrow and running through until Saturday, our grand finale will not disappoint.

Be sure to visit Cloth Poppy for a beautiful range of darling fashion for little girls and pretty things for the home. Designer Leesa learnt to sew early on and was inspired by her daughter to create gorgeous things that 'swish and swirl'

"A passion for fabrics and pretty dresses passed down three generations inspired me to create Cloth Poppy" Says Leesa.

Each garment is hand made in Melbourne using carefully selected vintage and new fabrics sourced from around the globe.

See you in Brighton. Click here for times.

a winner once more......

Even from these beautiful images, its hard to image just how divine the range from Lipp Design really is. So beautiful was her display at Magnolia Square Malvern last week, that she took out the Visual Merchandising award for the second time!

Artist Pipp Compton gracefully uses a melody of different mediums in her eclectic collection of art. From gorgeous gift tags to serene papers and one-off illustrations Pip carries her fanciful flair throughout the range.

The Lipp Design website is set to launch very soon so keep your eye out.

a sack of fun....

Maggie and Sparrow never fails to delight us and the latest offerings ready for Christmas don't disappoint.

Slightly bolder then before, we love the new colour palette and love how the patchwork of fabrics work together to create fun pieces with a tender country like charm. You will find the most divine Santa sacks ready to be filled with all the goodies collected on your Magnolia Square shopping expeditions.

For the keen little chef, crafter Kathryn has come up with a super cute apron and utensil set - no need to hide this one away in the bottom drawer!

Not long now for Victorian shoppers - click here for Malvern and Brighton dates and trading times.

hello dolly...

We just adore these divine softie dolls from Red Wagon. Each is meticulously hand crafted and brought to life with beautiful detail. Sweet little girls complete with necklaces, pony tails and vintage pinafores sit aside handsome little cowboys and french baker boys.

With different hair color, eye colour and expressions on each doll, it is easy to pick one reminiscent of the little person you are buying for. Red Wagon also has a range of 50's inspired stationary, canvas bags and other gorgeous bits...visit the stand at Malvern Town Hall and Royal Randwick.

denim nation.....

We all know denim works - a great pair of jeans is worth its weight in gold. Jeans for little people can be just as hard to find but now the first pair of jeans can also be the perfect pair!

Little Rivet Jeans describes themselves as being 'true and honest to the craft of denim' Founder Bec Moloughney combines her passion for apparel and small fashion with her industry knowledge to pull together a collection of fashion forward denim pieces for boys and girls 1-6 years of age. The focus is on a great fit, quality construction and a super range of styles.

Style up your tiny and small at Magnolia Square Malvern Town Hall and Brighton Town Hall. Click here for dates and trading times.

and the little bird told us...

.....the little birdy told us that the worlds best ( by our own admission) children's photographer is coming to town!

Pru Trundle is the 'bird' behind the lens at Little Bird Photography and keeps us enthralled with her captivating images of her little subjects. Pru seems to effortlessly capture the innocence and colour of childhood and her passion for her craft radiates through each shot. Her work really is a pleasure - as is she.

Hours can pass pouring over her blog which brings new meaning to the age old adage that a picture tells a thousand words.

Little Bird Photography will be at Magnolia Square in Melbourne and Sydney and will be taking bookings in both states!

so smitten....

We are completely smitten by Just Smitten - a super sweet range of stationary for the young and the young at heart.

"The primary focus was to create fresh and inviting selection of cards and gift tags which could be purchased in multiples of 10 at a realistic price. Ideal for anyone besotted with children, who appreciates quality and loves the idea of having adorable cards on hand for the next party invitation." says designer Jenny Peters.


All products have been crafted first-hand to reflect all the joy, wonder and playfulness in a little person’s life on a premium-textured stock, come with matching envelopes, are individually packaged, beautifully wrapped and ready to sent on.

take your pick at Magnolia Square in Randwick November 19-21 at Royal Randwick.

thread instead...

There is an ancient Chinese belief that an invisible red thread connects our hearts and lives with those that we are destined to meet and love.

We have longed admired the delicate works of Lisa Tilse at the Red Thread and are now thrilled to have her involved in both our Melbourne and Sydney Magnolia Square events.

Lisa combines beautiful vintage and Japanese papers with hand drawn illustrations and personalised touches to create her individualised pieces. We love the heart boxes where hand cut vintage story books seem to float within the frame and the new collection of Sweetie Petites Dolls.

Sweetie Petites doll kits contain all you need to make your own Sweetie. The design of these little cute little dolls has been influenced by vintage and Japanese kawaii styles. They appeal to girls of all ages from toddlers to pre-teens and even adults who like to collect fun and quirky things.

Meet Lisa at Malvern Town Hall and Randwick Magnolia Square Fairs in November.

power dressing....

Here's a girl who knows what she wants! Power dressing to impress in her little Ollie and Max shirt dress.

What is even better is that the Ollie and Max range of tailored cotton shirting comes in grown up sizes! See the range at Magnolia Square in November Randwick Racecourse.

tie it up....

Created from a love of all things girlie and sweet, Little Choopie delivers a delightful range of must have hair accessories and age appropriate jewellery for little fashionistas. Creator, Amanda De Santis, a stay at home mum, was looking for something to fill her days whilst her little boy (Little Choopie) took his naps;

"At Little Choopie we are inspired by all things whimsical, and we strive to create a wholesome brand that evokes a sense of fun modern whimsy." she says.

To ensure the little boys aren't left out, Little Choopie also has a gorgeous range of t-shirts and bodysuits for babies and toddlers.

See the range at Magnolia Square in Sydney this November and you will have all the stocking fillers you need!

and you too.....

Lots has been happening at And Me Too lately. And Me Too is ready to launch ARTtee; a range of printed tees for girls and boys. You will adore the printed bird stack tee which features the talents of Printspace designer Mara Girling. These little birds are tweeting the numbers one to five in French.

You will still find your old favourites; striped tees, the much loved number jersey and an ever fresh range of Liberty fabrics and accessories. The styling is beautifully simple and the quality impeccable. Shop online or see the range at Magnolia Square to help stuff the Christmas stocking.

the happy nappy....

When is a nappy not really a nappy? When it is a Bambooty happy nappy! We know mothers are the clever, but Amelia Singh may be more clever than most coming up with this ingenious solution to nappy woes.

Enter Bambooty, a range of fashionable, affordable, eco-friendly nappies that ensure comfort for bub and convenience for mum ( and dad of course!) Made from luxuriously soft bamboo, the nappies are both absorbent and naturally anti fungal and antibacterial. Being free from the toxic chemicals and bleach associated with disposable nappies they are also much gentler on baby's skin. Gentler too on the environment and being reuseable from one baby to the next, they are also much gentler on the pocket.

I must admit that despite all those fabulous things, this is the line that most stood out to me! -
"No folding, no pins, no soaking, no bleach, no leaks, no chemicals, no waste, no worries. Welcome to the world of modern cloth." Gotta love that!

See Bambooty at Magnolia Square in Randwick this November.

a whale of a time..

Katy and Jane, two good friends inspired by a love of beautiful things, high quality and a desire for something a little bit different have set about launching their new range....KatyJane Designs.

A collection of retro inspired cards, invitations and ribbon, that reflects the duo's passion for design and providing a personal touch.

We are particularly taken by Mr Whale...but there are lots of gorgeous choices...all a step away from the typical, overdone designs we are accustomed to seeing of late.

Melbourne shoppers will have the chance to see the collection at the Malvern Christmas Fair November 26 - 28th.

all the better to see you with...

The adventure of everyone's favourite childhood classic, Little Red Riding Hood has been captured in this cute piece from Urchin.

Created from vintage odds and ends these hand worked canvas artworks are perfect for adorning the walls of a nursery or playroom and letting the imagination run wild.

Urchin's ambitions are simple - to create great children's clothes and accessories everyone will love, especially kids! The range includes clothing as well as decor pieces, each being hand finished with carefully selected materials, each item coming with a personal touch.

See the gorgeous range at Magnolia Square in Sydney November 19th ,20th and 21st.

it's back....

For those of you who missed And Me Too at the last Magnolia Square...never fear- it's back!

A gorgeous collection bursting with contemporary pieces designed with little folk in mind. The signature look teams classic Liberty fabrics with spots and stripes and throws in denim and soft quality cottons.

The range is transeasonal and timeless in design making it perfect for passing down through through the siblings. We love that the range goes out to an 8 in boys and all the way to a 12 for girls making it easy to dress children as children.

See And Me Too at Magnolia Square Malvern Town Hall or browse through the range online.

giddy up....

Lise Taylor, editor of My Child Magazine couldn't go past the iconic range of children's furniture and awarded the My Child Magazine favourite things award to Little Nest at Magnolia Square Sydney.

Our debut range of child sized replica furniture respectfully pays tribute to 20th century modern classic furniture designs, which are true icons in the contemporary design world. We are inspired by innovative design, technology and fresh ideas.

The giddy up children's chair is a replica of the 1973 Pony chair by Eero Aarnio and is surprisingly comfortable and can be appreciated by everyone in the household - it certainly proved a hit with Lise!

at the sole of it....

One can never have too many shoes and now...one can never be too young! Beautiful Soles have come up with a range of perfectly soft and super cute shoes for toddlers meaning life long shoe affairs can begin from day dot!

Beautiful Soles shoes are designed to protect and nurture little feet and are crafted from 100% quality leather with a soft suede sole for added grip. The soft soles help your little one feel the floor so first steppers and new walkers gain confidence with comfort.

Just because these shoes are extremely practical, there is no need for them to be dull! The collections are full of colour and fun and are practically impossible for your beautiful little sole to squirm out of.....no more cast offs in the shopping centre!

Road test a pair at Magnolia Square Sydney next Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Click here for trading times.

a little birdy told us...

that Little Bird Photography is coming to town! Sydney siders will now have a chance to secure a booking with our most favourite children's photographer, Pru Trundle AKA Mama Bird.

Our babies, our little birds, grow so fast and although we long to remember every detail, time continues to fly by and our little birds continue to grow. Pru captures the playfulness, the joy and the love of your family like no-one else can.

Browse through the online gallery to see how her beautiful photographs become whimsical pieces of art that will warm your heart and your home....and turn up the sound..we love the music!

Little Bird Photography is offering savings of $650 on packages booked at Magnolia Square so fly on over..the early bird catches the worm!!