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Sweet shadow boxes from Dorimu

Last year I was introduced to Živa and Saša of the small Austrian company Dorimu, who together create darling, whimsical swinging fairies. Entirely made by hand by combining a detailed level of woodworking and needle-felting, the fairies are so delicate and sweet. Now, Dorimu also offers the most precious shadow boxes. Again, entirely made by ...

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Needle (or dry) felting

My kids (and I) have a new hobby: needle (dry) felting. We really love it! It's incredibly easy to do, and so fun. Relaxing too -- the rhythmic movement of poking the needle in the wool is actually really nice. For needle felting you need just a few supplies: a sponge (a simple kitchen sponge works fine), some ...

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Time for some baking? Head to stories and choose a delicious Autumnal recipe from our top fifteen! #babyccinokids #babyccinoeats #bakingwithchildren

Conker spiderwebs! This is an oldie but a goodie, perfect for a weekend craft, manageable for little hands but also extremely entertaining for bigger ones. And it’s quite an addictive thing to do! You’ll need : Conkers Wooden skewers Any sharp tool like pointy scissors to make a little hole in the conkers Yarn Scissors Make 5 evenly spread out holes in the conkers. Push the skewers in the holes so they are tightly inserted. Choose a yarn to start with. With a flat knot, secure the yarn around one of the skewers. Start weaving by twisting around each skewer before you go to the next one. If you want to start a new colour, just knot the yarn around a skewer to secure it, and tie the new colour to the next skewer. Keep going until you’re happy. Lovely idea from @estherbabyccino #conkers #babyccinocrafts #babyccinokids

Check out our giveaway a few posts back with the stylish & functional @hauptlihauskids. So many uses, and #cradletocradle approved too! Only a few hours left so act soon.

About a year ago, Courtney shared a selection of Wilkie’s favourite picture books, many of which are still on rotation as his favourite bedtime reads. But he’s beginning to enjoy the slightly longer stories now. She snapped a photo of his current go-to books, most of them he can pretty much read to himself because he’s read them at least 100 times! What are your favourite kid books for nearly two year olds? @courtneyadamo

We love open-ended, evergreen and heirloom toys here at Babyccino. Shannon recommends these beautifully made wooden vehicles from @faguswoodentoys which her children love. They are sturdy, clever, and so pretty to look at. More on our blog! @slcorlis #babyccinokids #babyccinoplays #evergreentoys

Giveway! To celebrate the new @hauptlihauskids collection, we are giving away a pack of FIVE new Nuscheli (one of each beautiful colour!) to one lucky winner! To enter, please follow @babyccinokids and @hauptlihauskids and tag a friend in the comments. Multiple entries are allowed, so tag ALL of your friends (one comment per tag please)! We absolutely LOVE these Nuscheli for our kids, they are so versatile: bibs, wipes, bandanas, handkerchiefs, travel cloths.. we use them for anything! This giveaway is open worldwide and will end on Nov. 15th at 5PM GMT. The winner will be announced in the comments on the 16th of September. Good luck!!! This giveaway is not sponsored by Instagram. You must be 18 years or older to enter. #babyccinokids #babyccinoboutiques #hauptlihauskids #nuscheli #familyessentials

Don’t miss it!! The ShopUp is in less than three weeks (Dec 1 & 2!) and we have amazing activities and brands lined up. It is going to be AWESOME! Pop over to @theshopup to follow all of the lovely shops joining us this year and the activities we’re lining up! Fun for the entire family, and find gifts for babies and children but for mamas too!! @hungermama @estherbabyccino #theshopup #babyccinokids @nelliequats @lotsoflovelyart @vali_and_co @folpetto_swim @bonordic @catkinkids @littleborne @manifestowoman @f.a.u.n.e @sisiandseb @binibamba @apolina_kids @thesimplefolkco @kittyclogssweden @almaformula @belhonore @elhee_france @71bis @smartmatkids @maisonjuli @intemporels.baby.knits @minilamode @cutecouturelondon @ollie_jays @risurisuparis @_deuxlapins_ @tilian.kids @thenatty.co @tajinebanane @omibianatural @igrowco @laustineyourdreams @annafielondon @shoppretago @princessandthecake @atticusandgilda @katewoodscrafts @kamsokids @luna.and.river @rainerandbear @finandzee @at.london @marlonandlittlefriends @cherry_bandits @nousetpaname @baininbaby

Have you ever made ‘stained glass’ with your children? Lara is showing us how to create this beautiful art and make it seasonal using fall leaves. So pretty! Check out the link in our profile to see the (easy!) how to. @laraoflondon #babyccinokids #babyccinocrafts

Read the amazing, beautiful story of Maya of @playinchoc on our blog today! ️ We love the deliciously creamy @playinchoc chocolates (entirely vegan and allergy free) — children LOVE to collect the little surprises that come with the chocolates. There’s a fun advent calendar too! (And all of the packaging is fully recycled and recyclable / compostable, and entirely plastic free.) #babyccinokids #babyccinoboutiques #babyccinointerviews

Our annual @babyccinokids Holiday Gift Guides are now live!! Follow the link in our profile to find inspiration for wonderful gifts, ranging from the ‘sweet-and-small’ variety to the special ‘once-a-year-lasts-a-lifetime’ kind of gifts. These guides make your Christmas shopping easy and organized and are also perfect to forward to grandparents or other family members :). Enjoy!! #babyccinokids #babyccinoboutiques #holidaygiftguides

Wild and Wooly Weaving. Think Crafts by CreateForLess.

Special fix for well-loved knits. <3

Inspo Album - Comfy n Classic - Album on Imgur

Sylvanian Families Christmas House. For lots more lovely ideas, gifts and inspiration take a look at 'The Hopping Robin' on Etsy, Instagram and Facebook.

Darning from British War Pamphlet c.1943

Inspo Album - Comfy n Classic - Album on Imgur

About a year ago, Courtney shared a selection of Wilkie’s favourite picture books, many of which are still on rotation as his favourite bedtime reads. But he’s beginning to enjoy the slightly longer stories now, and we have a few to add to that list. She snapped a photo of his current go-to books, most of them he can pretty much read to himself because we’ve read them at least 100 times! What are your favourite kid books for nearly two year olds? 📚 @courtneyadamo

Do you carve out enough one-on-one time with your kids? https://babyccinokids.com/blog/2019/06/13/parenting-spending-time-with-each-kid/

An old article, but so interesting! This article explains that 'the family unit is built on the mother's oestrogen', 'the menopause is a very dangerous moment in a family's existence' and 'The moment when the 'mommy brain' starts to unplug'. And of course -- 'as with all change, we can all come through it stronger and more fulfilled, and as happy as we were before!' :) https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2011/jan/22/menopause-mother-family-oestrogen

Why a home birth is not my first choice... https://babyccinokids.com/blog/2019/05/22/why-a-home-birth-is-not-my-first-choice/

Are you making plans for the summer? We certainly are! ☀️ This month's Babyccino product guides make travel preparation EXTRA fun -- have a look at the cute products we have gathered for you! ❤️⛱ https://babyccinokids.com/shop/guide/products/travel_essentials.html

At what age did you give your children a mobile phone? 📱On our blog, Esther discusses the use of mobile technology and social media in her household and what boundaries they have set as a family. We would love to hear your thoughts and ideas too, so please leave a comment! (Here or on our blog — link in profile!) @estherbabyccino #babyccinokids #teenagers #raisingteenagers https://babyccinokids.com/blog/2019/05/09/at-what-age-do-you-give-your-children-a-mobile-phone/

HELLO LONDON!! Three Peas, the charity which is helping refugees stranded in Greece, is organising a live art auction in South West London: https://threepeas.org.uk/art-auction/ The charity patron Axel Scheffler (!!) will be drawing live and his work simultaneously auctioned. There will also be more detailed, coloured artwork by Axel and works and prints by other illustrators, including Bethan Woollvin, Penny Dale and Tor Freeman, as well as other ‘grown up’ artists, painters and sculptors. It’s going to be a lovely relaxed evening - even if one doesn’t intent to bid!- in a magical location on the Riverside in Twickenham. All good things!! 🙂 See attached flyer. ❤️

WE NEED YOUR VOTE!! Woohoo!! Exciting news! Our wonderful jury have selected the final shops for the 2019 @babyccinokids AWARDS and now it’s up to you all to decide the winner! Please head over to our awards page now (the link is in our profile) and vote for your favourite shops! 🏵 Bonus: you will be entered to win a £250 gift voucher at your favourite Babyccino shop! 💛 Voting is super easy! Scroll down the page to review the shortlisted entries. Simply click the 'vote' button under the shop name of your choice. You can vote in as many categories as you like, but you can only place one vote per category. (Note: shoppers must be registered to vote, that is simply done, too!) Here are the wonderful, beautiful shops that are shortlisted this year (obviously in no specific order!): *Best shoes & accessories: @canopeaparis @amyandivor @poemchildren *Best children’s clothing: @hubbleandduke @theheygang @petitsvilains *Best baby clothing: @emile.et.rose @thelittlenaturalco @babymoriuk *Best toys & crafts: @woodenstory @shopmercimilo @severinakids *Best decor: @tedandtone @_minifili_ @littlecloud.kids *Best baby & family essentials: @muddypuddlesuk @ecobynaty @specialdaycph *Best new brand or shop: @youngandbrave.ch @lotsoflovelyart @lesgamins_nyc *Best concept store: @mamaowl_ @bellevieparis @slow_threads *Best ethical shop or brand: @hellojackalo @mamaowl_ @polarnopyretuk Thank you for your vote and good luck to all of our shops!! 🤞🏻 #babyccinoawards2019 #babyccinoawards #babyccinoboutiques

'That took long enough!' Black ballerinas finally get shoes to match their skin. We love this!!!! https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2019/apr/01/pointe-shoes-black-ballet-ballerinas-dancers

We love this sweet poem by full-time working mama Diana! Yes we can have a demanding job, and enjoy it, and be a kick-ass mama too! ✨ https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-arakelyan-96ba364/

The wonderful story of the brand @wunderlang — 5 questions with founder Andrea Lang. Read and get inspired! bit.ly/2ompNZm

Why being kind makes you happier! bit.ly/30OeSF6

A new kind of list-making: write down all the things you've done today!! bit.ly/2kFDGAa

Encouraging children to read! Here are ten tips. Babyccino Kids: Daily tips, Children's products, Craft ideas, Recipes & More bit.ly/2kcVoLf

Ten great tips to encourage your child to read: bit.ly/2kcVoLf

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Do you carve out enough one-on-one time with each of your kids? Courtney’s answer to this question might surprise you! bit.ly/2Id5C7m

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Ear piercings for children -- yay, or nay? Babyccino Kids: Daily tips, Children's products, Craft ideas, Recipes & More bit.ly/2HY07Ju

Funny little face cookies (from 'Bee's Brilliant Biscuits') Babyccino Kids: Daily tips, Children's products, Craft ideas, Recipes & More bit.ly/2VZ6S1y

Here’s a video of our latest ShopUp in East London (shot and edited by our lovely and talented friend Nadine Brandt). It encapsulates the ShopUp atmosphere really, really well, and it makes us so excited for the next one!

Our beautiful new book, '9 months: A month by month guide to pregnancy' for the family to share, is AVAILABLE NOW! You can order it here: UK: http://amzn.to/2n6eCT7 / US: http://amzn.to/2nVWOZo / AUS: http://bit.ly/2nDYggy

Check out our new book! 9 months: A month by month guide to pregnancy for the family to share. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: UK: http://amzn.to/2n6eCT7 / US: http://amzn.to/2nVWOZo / AUS: http://bit.ly/2nDYggy

Check out the cool vibes of our Shop Up event in London in December!

Our 2nd live shopping event in Brooklyn was amazing! Great shopping, delicious treats, tons of kids activities and a super cool family photo booth!

Esther shows us her recipe for delicious mint syrup.

Our live shopping event in London at Chelsea Old Town Hall in 2015 was a big success and so much fun.

Here we show you how to harvest rhubarb from the garden, and make it into a delicious compote. If you make oatmeal at the same time, you have made a delicious and nutritious breakfast that your family will love! (Ours do!)

This gym bag is such a fun and easy project, also for beginners this is a nice sewing project. Esther, Emilie and the kids had so much fun going to the market choosing all the supplies. The fabrics from Little Cube are the cutest!

Our first live shopping event in Brooklyn was a great success. We loved seeing the best boutiques under one roof, combined with great food and fun activities...and some dancing! Hope to see everyone this year again on September 18th & 19th at 501 Union, 501 Union Street in Brooklyn.