Minty Magazine [Issue 16] Let's Get Real

Inspiring Spaces for Children

Issue 16

Let's Get Real How to Tackle Storage in Kids' Rooms Rental Room Glow Up on a Budget Keeping it Real When You Are Planning a Nursery

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Publisher and Editor Nicole Ray editor@mintymagazine.com.au Partnerships Hayley Ruby partnerships@mintymagazine.com.au Submissions Minty welcomes submissions for our magazine and blog. editor@mintymagazine.com.au Front Cover Stylst – Madeline McFarlane Photographer – Françoise Baudet Design Albert Jantong Contributing Writers Celine Barnes, Lisa Griffiths, Hadassah Hine Contributing Photographers Françoise Baudet, Demi Fraser, Maree Homer, Andy Myers, Elise Scott, Rachel Winton Contributing Designers and Stylists Tennille Burnup, Sandy Folder, Hannah Goldberg, Madeline McFarlane, Nicole Rosenberg

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Editor’s Letter

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LET’S EMBRACE PERFECTLY IMPERFECT. In this digital world we live in, we are surrounded by beautiful content. Our exposure to expertly curated homes is unprecedented and it’s easy to fall into the trap of wanting it all, striving for design perfection and reaching for unattainable goals, particularly in kids’ rooms. At Minty, I pride myself on sharing the most beautiful rooms and spaces for children with the hope of inspiring you to create rooms that you and your children will love for years to come. I wholeheartedly believe that the love and effort that we put into creating these sanctuaries for our children nurtures their joy and offers them safety.

Bouclé Teddy Cloud Cushion www.littlebambinobear.com.au Bouclé is having a moment right now, and these handmade cushions are a gorgeous addition to any room. Be quick though, they sell out every release.

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However, it’s not always as easy as it may look on the gram! When it comes to kids’ rooms, the reality is, we have to get real. So, this issue of Minty is looking at just that: the genuine challenges we face in kids’ rooms and how we can overcome them to create the beautiful and practical rooms we crave.

Rainbow Rug www.rhinorhino.com.au/maison-deux Made from supersoft, 100% New Zealand wool, this rug is beautiful quality and adds a fun twist to your room designs. I love pure wool for little feet jumping out of bed in the mornings.

One of the biggest challenges in designing beautiful spaces for children is storage. Where do we store the endless toys, books, games and clothes? I called in some experts in the field, Nicole Rosenberg (Liberty Interiors), Sandy Folder (Mini Casa) and Tennille Burnup (Tennille Joy Interiors) to share their insight on the topic, in addition to rounding up my favourite storage solutions and products for the modern home.

There are some gorgeous and innovative options that I am excited to share with you.

Follow Me Lamp www.designstuff.com.au Portable and rechargable, this lamp is a game changer for kids. Not only is it aesthicially beautiful, it can easily be moved from bedside to cubby to reading nook and makes a perfect partner for little adventurers.

Renting a home throws up unique challenges that we tackle in our Rental Glow Up piece, featuring my son’s room. Yep, after six years as editor of Minty Magazine, I still face tricky obstacles every time I refresh my kids’ rooms.

After some research and consultation with friends in the industry, I was able to successfully repurpose, recycle and reinvent my son’s room on a limited budget. You can see the results for yourself – let me know what you think!

Stash Silicone Hangers www.stashco.com.au

My aim for this issue is to help you find peace with your little ones’ rooms. Our children collect things, make things, win things, buy things and love things that may not be quite as aesthetically pleasing as we would like, but it’s these same things that ultimately create the essence of the rooms our children love. Let’s do what we can to calm the chaos with clever storage and displays. Let’s gently direct the aesthetic when we can. Let’s relax a little and embrace perfectly imperfect.

I have been a huge fan of these hangers since they launched in 2021.

They are eco-friendly, long lasting and available in a rainbow of beautiful colours. Putting away the washing suddenly sparks alot more joy!

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Céline Barnes www.scribewise.com.au

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Françoise Baudet @francoisebaudet Françoise is a freelance interiors and architecture photographer. She is passionate about photography, health and well-being. She is a perfectionist who particularly loves to support local, small and authentic brands and designers. Françoise has a soft spot for architects and interiors designers as they can take a space beyond imaginable.

When she’s not working or with her two small children, you can find her at a yoga studio, on a bush walk or in the ocean.

Madeline McFarlane @madelinemcfarlanestylist With a foundation in fashion design, Maddie began her styling career working as a fashion stylist in London. In 2012, she followed the sunshine and relocated to Sydney, making a natural extension into styling Lifestyle and Interiors. A greenie at heart, Maddie finds creative inspiration in the great outdoors. She’s working hard to advocate for stylish living that minimises harmful impact on the environment.

Lisa Griffiths Lisa is a new contributor to Minty Magazine and has loved capturing the essence of some great brands and design trends in this issue, including some gorgeous room reveals. Raised in Perth, Lisa has called Sydney home for over two decades. When not in front of her laptop, Lisa loves to read, bake, consume copious pots of tea and snuggle with her children during movie nights.

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Céline runs her own consulting business Scribewise Pty Ltd and specialises in business writing, process improvement and strategy. For her creative outlet (aside from writing for Minty) Céline teaches tap dancing to a merry group of tappers each week and hopes to help turn around the declining interest in tap. Céline lives in the Adelaide Hills with her husband and two children where they are slowly resurrecting a neglected plot of acreage and enjoying their own free-range eggs.

Hadassah Hine www.threelittlehines.com Hadassah runs her own parent-centric website where she reviews kid-related events and products. When she’s not writing you can find her in the kitchen baking up a storm because Hadassah is the face behind Das Makes Cakes, custom cakes, cupcakes and so much more!

Originally from London, Hadassah lives in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs with her husband and three children.

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Rental Glow Up 5 quick tips for making a big impact on a small budget in a rental property

Mini Casa The power of colour and texture in kids' rooms

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P22 A Place for Everything How to tackle storage in kids' rooms

Take Me to the Ocean Standing the test of time with Cowrie and Conch

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P31 Store It Storage essentials for real kids' rooms

Perfectly Pastel Get our cover look

P52 Made to Last How to keep it real when you are planning a nursery

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Dot to Dot Making a point with Dots by Donna

Calling all Adventurers Jonathon's animal inspired room P86

P64 Something Sweet A tasty room for Sophie

P92 P66 Introducing Land Custom furniture at an affordable price

A Wonderful World A room fit for a little explorer

P100 P70 Raizy and Lizzy Sisters, best friends and a delightful shared room design to grow with them

Creature Comforts Beds, books and bears for Oscar P108 Smallist Shop small for your kids

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RENTAL GLOW UP

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LOOK AT WHAT YOU ALREADY HAVE AND CONSIDER HOW YOU COULD REUSE IT.

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UPCYCLE EXISITING FURNITURE FOR A FRESH NEW LOOK.

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5 QUICK TIPS FOR MAKING A BIG IMPACT ON A SMALL BUDGET IN A RENTAL PROPERTY

1. Upcycle Look at what you already have and consider how you could reuse it.

In this case, the existing bed was repainted in Porters Paint – Bayleaf for a whole new look, and a large splash of colour against the rental’s white walls.

2. Choose versatile pieces When faced with a room with no built-in wardrobes, think outside the box. A Mustard Made locker looks fantastic and provides flexible storage for the bedroom. Free-standing and easy to move, this versatile piece will come with you to your next home with ease.

3. Shop second hand Scour Marketplace and Gumtree before you spend big on furniture.

Buying second hand is great for the environment and your budget. In this room, the Lilly and Lolly oak chest of drawers was purchased for a fraction of the retail price on Gumtree.

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4. Invest in moveable items A room on a budget doesn't have to feel like a budget room. Investing in the items that aren't affected by your rental floor plans – such as bed linen, rugs, and art – will serve you well.

It will lift the overall aesthetic of the space in your current room as well as rooms to come.

5. Ask for permission Tenancy agreements are always changing and you just might be surprised what you can actually do in a rental if you ask. Taking the plunge and installing your art and/or a shelf or two will instil a feeling of safety and permanence for your little love.

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"A new room on a budget doesn't have to feel like a budget room."

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A MUSTARD MADE LOCKER IS A PERFECT ALTERNATIVE TO A WARDROBE. A VERSATILE PIECE THAT WILL EASILY MOVE WITH YOU.

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SECOND HAND FURNITURE IS GREAT FOR YOUR BUDGET AND THE ENVIRONMENT.

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CABAZON DINOSAUR PRINT $400 WWW.JACQUITURK.COM // LIL SAFARI STRIPE CUSHION - DONKEY STRIPE $79, SAFARI STRIPE CUSHION COVER – RUSTY DESERT $89, ADVENTURE MADE BLANKET – LIQUORICE/OLIVE/CLAY $349 WWW.PONYRIDER.COM.AU // FRENCH NAVY GRID 100% LINEN FLAT SHEET $199 WWW.POPANDOLI.COM.AU // 100% LINEN DUVET COVER IN KHAKI $230 WWW.INBEDSTORE.COM // FOLLOW ME LAMP - GREEN VERDE $359.00 WWW.DESIGNSTUFF.COM.AU // ALIN TREE STUMP STOOL $199, ELVA LOWLINE BASKET – NATURAL FROM $39 WWW.INARTISIAN.COM // AGNI WOOL RUG $850 WWW.RUGSFORGOOD.COM.AU // LARGE BLUE TARTAN KNIT THROW $139 WWW.CASTLEANDTHINGS.COM.AU // TWINNY LOCKER IN OCEAN $799 WWW.MUSTARDMADE.COM // FOUR IN A ROW GAME $40, KONGES SLØJD CLOUD KIDS TABLET COVER – ALMOND $89, HAY COLOUR STORAGE CRATE - TEAL & ARTIC BLUE $35 WWW.DESIGNSTUFF.COM.AU // MAGNETIC TIMBER FRIDGE KIT $55, MAGNETIC TIMBER PICTURE TILES $49 WWW.SECONDSCOUT.COM.AU // LION WALL RUG $80 WWW.RHINORHINO.COM.AU/MAISON-DEUX // ORGANIC ULTRA HOODIE - CREAM & COLBALT $65, ORGANIC STANDRD TEE - KHAKI GREEN $32, GOODIES CAP - KHAKI BEIGE & CANDY $35 WWW.BOABASICS.COM.AU // MIFFY 100% RECYCLED PLUSH – BLUE $49 WWW.RHINORHINO.COM.AU/MIFFY-PLUSH // LUNA POP BEAR LIGHT $199 WWW.LIVLY.COM.AU //

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Here at Arty Bub our goal is to life the game with children’s art prints and decor, creating styles not yet seen, offering boutique style and on trend pieces that both parents and children love. Our art prints focus on cute baby animal portraits through to our popular zodiac prints. Taking lead is our zodiac dinosaur print, beautifully illustrated and adorably written with a dinosaur twist. These are a new, modern take on personalising your little one’s space.

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"We want kids to take responsibility of the items in their space and feel like they know where to put things back."

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– Nicole Rosenberg, Liberty Interiors

STRIPE SELF ADHESIVE WALLPAPER IN LEMON FROM $179.95 WWW.OLIVEETORIEL.COM // COOL KIDS LIVE HERE WALL BANNER $48, SUNSHINE BANNER $48 WWW.LITTLEBAMBINOBEAR.COM.AU // PERSONALISED SHADOW FOX WALL SHELVES – ALL THE RAGE SAGE $495 WWW.LENNYANDFOX.COM.AU // MAILEG DAD MOUSE $49.95, MAILEG BUNNY STRIPED DRESS $84.95 WWW.LITTLEBAMBINOBEAR.COM.AU // FELT PASTEL BOWL – SET OF 6 $49, FELT FRUIT AND FELT BOWL – 7 PIECE $29.95 WWW.JUNIMOON.COM.AU // WOODEN ROCKET $78, WOODEN FOREST SET $119, WOODEN BOAT $96, TRAINERS B.C ALL OVER $66, MINI DAX XYLOPHONE $59.95 WWW.KIDOSTORE.COM // MIDI LOCKER IN SAGE $499 WWW.MUSTARDMADE.COM // OVER THE RAINBOW PRINT $30 WWW. CASSIEZACCARDO.COM.AU // RATTAN TELEPHONE $89, ICE CREAM STAND $29.95, FELT ICE CREAMS $14.95 EACH, FELT CUPCAKES – SET OF 3 $24.95, RATTAN COOKIE AND BISCUIT JAR $24.94, LIL SIPPERS TEA SET $59, LITTLE BARISTA RATTAN COFFEE MACHINE $79, FELT MUFFIN $9.95, BRIGHT MACARONS – 6 PIECES $24.95 WWW.JUNIMOON.COM.AU // ALVIN FLOOR LAMP $789 WWW.MCMULLINANDCO.COM // NOOK NEST $675 AND NOOK - NINGALOO REEF ULTRA WEAVE $675 WWW.MYNOOK.COM.AU // WILD MINI BUNNY $24.95, GIRL BUNNY $31.95 WWW.GERTIEANDME.COM.AU // BOUCLÉ TEDDY CLOUD CUSHION $50 , BEAUTIFUL HAND EMBROIDERED CUSHION $70 WWW.LITTLEBAMBINOBEAR.COM.AU // RIDE ALONG STORAGE – GREEN AND YELLOW DUCK $47 WWW.COWRIEANDCONCH.COM.AU // REVOLVING SOLID WOOD BOOK CASE $529.99 WWW.BUNNYTICKLES.COM.AU // SUPERGRAPHICS ROUND RUG $6300 WWW.CADRYS.COM.AU //

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HOW TO TACKLE STORAGE IN KIDS ROOMS –

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The struggle is real and the truth is there is no perfect solution. Every child is unique. Their toys are unique, and our homes are unique. Storage solutions need to be tailored to suit your family.

Sandy Folder, interior designer at MINI CASA explains, “Prior to visiting my clients in their homes, I always ask them not to tidy up so I can truly see how the space is being used and what limitations there may be. Then, I like to provide simple and effective storage solutions and mix them up. It’s important to provide age appropriate and safe storage options tailored to each child. I consider the age of the child first and then review the space.

For example, does the child need wall shelves, bookshelves, baskets or hooks?” Once storage solutions have been selected, Sandy assesses any safety concerns, and makes sure tall and heavy items are fixed to the walls to prevent tipping over.

Interior designer, Nicole Rosenberg of Liberty Interiors, asserts, “Aside from the essential items in a child’s room like a bed and bedside table,

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storage is one of the key factors that we think about and is always high on our priority list. Solutions can be found in the form of large storage baskets with lids, storage baskets that sit on a shelf, under-bed storage or even creating extra usable toy storage in a cupboard - the more storage the better!”

Nicole goes on to say, “After we have re-designed their rooms, we like to emphasise to our adorable little clients that there is now a spot for everything - we want them to take responsibility for the items in their space and feel like they know where to return things.

We often create custom tags on each box so that everything feels organised and tidy for bedtime – nothing like trying to fall asleep in an untidy, cluttered room!”

Tennille Burnup, interior designer at Tennille Joy Interiors, focuses on two types of storage when she’s designing kids’ spaces. “The first is open storage.

This enables children to grab things on display easily, and it’s also very comforting for children to have their favourite toys and books on display.

The second is hidden storage to hide the clutter. My favourite is drawers under beds. They can store Lego, linen and larger items like puzzles.”

Our experts overwhelmingly agree – more is more when it comes to storage. Remember, your storage solutions can actually enhance your room design as well as keep it tidy.

The easier we make it for our kids to store their belongings, the calmer and more beautiful our homes will be.

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owhere is the old adage ‘a place for everything and everything in its place’ more relevant than in children’s rooms and play spaces: endless toys in endless shapes and endless colours needing endless storage options; books that in order to be read, need to be seen – but being seen means taking up oh so much space. And (let’s be honest) - are you even a parent if you haven’t experienced the shooting pain of stepping on Lego?

Storage ve o l we solutions

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As Australia’s original play sofa, Nook has paved the way for modular play in our homes.

It was their own children’s creative play in their living room that inspired Nook founders Olivia and Patrick Rudomino to create a piece of furniture that was both safe and cosy and allowed their children to explore their creativity independently. And so, Nook was born!

All Nook products are made in Australia using high quality materials and environmentally sustainable practices. The range has grown to include over thirty-five different fabric options and a variety of extras including the ultimate home for your Nook, the Nest.

Made from sustainable birch ply, the Nest keeps your NooK cushions secure, making a sturdy base for every one of your NooK builds.

And when the games are over, tidying up is a breeze, as the Nook cushions are stored compactly as a cosy sofa. Its modern, modular design slots together in minutes and can be configured to suit any space.

Your Nook and Nest will offer endless play opportunities as well as a sleek storage solution in your home. www.mynook.com.au

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"Wall cabinets are great for storing medicine supplies, creams and things to keep out of reach from little ones."

– Tennille Burnup, Tennille Joy Interiors

Personalised storage with Lenny and Fox

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Lenny and Fox was born out of the necessity for storage solutions that would work in tight spaces and double as unique, personalised wall art for little ones. With a goal to help families streamline their lives and organise all of those bits and pieces, Lenny & Fox are designing products that are functional, beautiful and affordable. 100% Australian made and crafted from Australian timber, their hero products, The Shadow Fox and The Pastel Hanger elevate children’s rooms whilst serving a practical purpose displaying treasured belongings.

The Shadow Fox is a delightful display piece as well as a workstation for creams, wipes, essentials and more. In a nursery, it will become your best friend, keeping all of your baby essentials at arm’s reach. As your baby grows, it will transform into a home for beloved toys and trinkets, making a truly unique and personal feature in your child’s room. The stylish insert drawer is a handy addition for the inevitable bits and pieces collected along the way.

Display your child’s favourite fashion pieces loud and proud on The Pastel Hanger. Its personalisable design, two shape options and modern colour palette are perfect for adoring bags, hats, outer layers, and coats for many years to come.

The Shadow Fox and The Pastel Hanger empower your children to put their own touch on their bedroom without comprising style. www.lennyandfox.com.au

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"A mix of open and closed storage is a great option to showcase things that are special to your little one and hide some of the things you don’t want to be seen."

– Sandy Folder, MINI CASA

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Hide it away with Mustard The brain-child of sisters living on opposite sides of the world, Becca and Jess launched Mustard in 2017 with a mission to make life a little more organised, tidy and colourful.

Since then, their instantly recognisable lockers have taken the world by storm.

A modern take on a vintage icon, their durable, fun and practical lockers have become a household name across the globe.

With five different storage solutions, Mustard has the perfect fit for your child’s bedroom or playroom. The Shorty, the Skinny, the Lowdown, the Midi, and the Twinny – there is locker suitable for any space. Their versatile configurations, cleverly designed hooks, and accessible hanging racks make it easy to store all sorts of toys, books, games and even clothes. Tonal baskets and hangers add to this storage dream making the inside of your locker just a pleasing as the outside.

Read all the way around with Bunny Tickles Bunny Tickles is a family business based in Melbourne that focuses on high quality, environmenatlly friendly and sustainable children’s products. They aim to deliver great products to other families that they can enjoy everyday.

The Bunny Tickles Revolving Solid Wood Bookcase is a game changer when it comes to storing your children’s books. It rotates 360 degrees displaying up to 300 books on a footprint of just 0.28sqm, freeing up so much space in your room.

Available in a rainbow of eleven colours a Mustard locker will be a standout in the room. A strong design feature as well as a hard working storage solution.

Its flexible design allows books of all sizes to be beautifully displayed and easily accessed by little readers.

Detachable bear-shape dividers in the centre of the top two shelves offer many display options to engage your children while keeping things tidy and organised. More than just books, these shelves can be used for toys, to set invitations to play, games or puzzles.

Furthermore, the bookcase features three detachable boxes on each side.

If the boxes are not in use, they can be easily removed to expose mounting pegs perfect for bags, coats or dress ups.

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THE PASTEL WALL HANGER – ROUND EDGE $89 WWW.LENNYANDFOX.COM.AU // TRAINERS B.C ALL OVER $66, MINI DAX XYLOPHONE $59.95 WWW.KIDOSTORE.COM // MIDI LOCKER IN SAGE $499, THE BASKETS IN SAGE – 1 BIG, 2 SMALL $69 WWW.MUSTARDMADE.COM // OVER THE RAINBOW PRINT $30 WWW.CASSIEZACCARDO.COM.AU // RATTAN TELEPHONE $89, ICE CREAM STAND $29.95, FELT ICE CREAMS $14.95 EACH, FELT CUPCAKES – SET OF 3 $24.95, RATTAN COOKIE AND BISCUIT JAR $24.94, LIL SIPPERS TEA SET $59, LITTLE BARISTA RATTAN COFFEE MACHINE $79, FELT MUFFIN $9.95, BRIGHT MACARONS – 6 PIECES $24.95 WWW.JUNIMOON.COM.AU // // LILY PAD – GREY ULTRAWEAVE $295 WWW.MYNOOK.COM.AU // LITTLE LAMBIE BACKPACK $69.95 WWW.COWRIEANDCONCH.COM.AU // REVOLVING SOLID WOOD BOOK CASE $529.99 WWW.BUNNYTICKLES.COM.AU // SILICONE HANGERS – SAND PACK OF 4 $34 WWW.STASHCO.COM.AU // JANE PLAYSUIT – IVORY CREAN $59.95, CASSIA PINAFORE – BLUE SURF $59.95 WWW.PEGGY.COM.AU // MEADOW BRAIDED WOOLEN RUG – IVORY $540 WWW.RUGSFORGOOD.COM.AU //

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TRUNDLES Functional Furniture

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Storage essentials for real kids rooms

Myer King Single Bed with Storage Packed with storage options, the Myer King Single Bed with Storage is a practical space-saving option for your child’s bedroom. The built-in bed head storage will comfortably house books and bedtime essentials, whilst the purpose built, under-bed storage drawers on wheels take care of

www.b2cfurniture.com.au toys, games or even additional bedding.

The ensemble is constructed from solid, sustainable hardwood timber and finished in a gorgeous neutral dual tone that will suit any room aesthetic. A beautiful bed for the eco-conscious home.

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Stash Mini Hangers Goodbye plastic hangers – hello beautiful wardrobe!

Eco-friendly Stash Mini Hangers are designed to grow with your little ones and last for generations – meaning no more unnecessary waste. Made from food-grade silicone moulded around a 100% recyclable stainless steel inner frame, the multi-layered design gives them the strength needed

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Junior Dress Up Rack The Junior Dress Up Rack by Pop Up Desks is the perfect statement piece for your child’s bedroom or play space.

Designed to encourage openended play and independence, the piece includes a hanging rack, three shelves and a base

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www.stashco.com.au to hold all your child’s belongings and are a first of its kind. Plus, the signature textured grips make sure whatever you hang stays put.

The perfectly balanced gap is designed to allow for those pesky items that otherwise get stuffed into a drawer: scrunchies, bloomers, hats, bags, activewear, you name it... Minis can stash it!

www.popupdesks.com.au platform for purposeful styling and personalised display options.

Designed in Australia and made using high quality MDF with a white satin laminate finish, it makes a beautiful and functional piece for your child’s room.

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This Create Box is an Australian handcrafted storage box that has been designed to promote loose parts play.

ability to think imaginatively and see solutions, and they bring a sense of adventure and excitement to children's play.

When children interact with loose parts, they enter a world of ‘what if’ that promotes the type of thinking that leads to problem solving and theoretical reasoning.

Loose parts enhance children's

With seventeen compartments and a clear polycarbonate removable lid, this Australian Made storage box can store amazing loose part pieces.

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The Panca Toy Box The Panca Bambina Toy Box is useful as storage and childfriendly seating for your child’s bedroom or play-space. Compact but with ample storage for children's shoes, bags and toys, this toy box is also the perfect bench seat, just right for those mornings when you need little ones to pull on their shoes quickly.

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Bolts Storage Tub These large sized toy storage tubs will help to sort out the chaos and get your child’s room organised. They’re super handy in a playroom, bedroom or nursery for dress ups and large toys, and equally as useful as a laundry hamper.

The two carry handles make it easy to transport from playroom

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The Panca Bambina is made from sustainably forested birch which is neutral, natural and timeless, as well as having excellent stability and strength properties.

Lift the lid to reveal two generous storage compartments perfect for separating school bags, shoes, soft toys or an assortment of Lego.

www.popandoli.com.au These eco-friendly crates are made with 100% recyclable material, are easy to clean and when they are not in use, they can fold down for easy storage.

www.mor-stor.com.au to bedroom, or bathroom to laundry. Made from a durable coated polyester canvas, the tubs will stand the test of time and hold up to 10kgs of toys or laundry.

The opening is soft, pliable and safe with no sharp metal or wire inside the rim of the basket.

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These super cute, useable and versatile folding crates can be used alone or stacked. Available in a range of colours and sizes, they are perfect for baby essentials, toys, accessories, arts and crafts – the possibilities are endless.

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Rainbow Storage Cabinet Other than looking gorgeous, the Juni Moon Rainbow Storage Cabinet is ideal for the storage of children’s playroom toys!

Use it as a tool to encourage your little people to help pack away

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Bricks Galore Play Pouch

www.junimoon.com.au their belongings at the end of each play day. Made with natural rattan and cane, it features cute doors with a magnetic close, and boasts three large shelves at a reachable height for children to easily access their belongings.

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Tired of stepping on Lego or tripping over toys? We have the solution!

pull on the rope and in a jiffy, everything is gathered neatly inside the Play Pouch.

Bricks Galore Play Pouch provides a place to play and is easy to pack and store away. Spread the Play Pouch out for play and all the bits and pieces stay together.

Play Pouch is portable – take the toys with you! For small living spaces, the Play Pouch can be hung from a hook on the wall.

Smart, simple storage – loved by kids, busy families, caregivers & grandparents!

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Founded For Fun

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MINI CASA THE POWER OF COLOUR AND TEXTURE IN KIDS ROOMS

DESIGN SAN DY FOLDER, MINI CASA PHOTOGRAPHY MAREE HOM ER WORDS SAN DY FOLDER

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MINI CASA Design Principal Sandy Folder knows a thing or two about creating beautiful and practical children’s spaces. She walks us through two bedrooms she transformed with the right colour and textures.

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Following an extensive renovation in Sydney’s Lower North Shore, my client found that her girls, aged six and nine, were not interested in spending time in their bedrooms and enlisted my help to change that.

PINK AND BLUE TWEEN SCENE I designed this room for a fun-loving, active nine-year-old girl who loves blue and pink.

In terms of style, I took my cue from the client’s own artwork – glamour mixed with a touch of sophistication.

I used the colour in the artwork which sits between pink and red, to help select a colour palette that her eldest daughter could grow into.

Porter’s Paints Explorer Blue is a dusty blue with a warm undertone from a touch of red tint. Colour has

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the power to affect our emotions, mood, and energy and as you enter the room you immediately feel a sense of tranquillity.

When asking a client to agree to a bold colour choice I always have a trial run. I typically paint A4 sample sheets and put them up on the wall so my client can see them in different lighting situations.

The pink accents like the velvet Lucia Lounge Chair are bright yet delicately luxurious. Curved lines are becoming one of the most defining décor trends this decade and provide balance in angular spaces.

Creating a workspace for homework was important. The Benjamin desk offers a minimalist look with drawers and signature contrasting button-like handles. These hints of natural timber create visual interest and add warmth to the room.

Little references within a room help build the narrative. My choice of the sheepskin throw purposefully references the fluffy jumper worn by the girl in the artwork and makes the chair even more inviting.

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am a strong believer in the transformative power of colour and aim to design spaces which incorporate a colour, or colours that each child loves. Keeping true to what they connect with helps the room look and feel authentic.

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"I am a strong believer in the transformative power of colour and aim to design spaces which incorporate a colour, or colours that each child loves. Keeping true to what they connect with helps the room look and feel authentic."

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I designed this bedroom for a gentle six-year-old girl who loves pink. By opting for a softer shade of pink and a light grey to provide subtle contrast, I managed to incorporate the requested colour whilst creating a visual expression of personality.

The walls were painted in Porters Paints Himalayan Salt, which had earthy tones and looked flat. I suggested painting the wall with Porters Paints Seashell which has a pink/purple tone. The transition of colour from grey carpet to soft pink on the walls is quite serene and gives the bedroom a dreamy aesthetic, perfect for both play and sleep.

The next step was to bring in the texture by way of natural materials. A linen bedhead and matching chair by Papaya bring a durable yet relaxed look and have the added benefit of being fully removable and dry cleanable. The linen ruffle edge cushion adds a playful touch, while the waffle fleece blanket adds interest.

Adding variation in textural elements allows a space to come to life. In a bedroom this can be achieved by adding scatter cushions, a throw or rug. Wall hangings like macrame are another way to bring texture in via organic or pleasantly chaotic shapes.

Another key element in a space is lighting. While the main source of lighting is important, the use of accent lighting is a clever way to draw focus or enhance the theme. The balloon lights do this perfectly in this space.

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"By opting for a softer shade of pink and a light grey to provide subtle contrast, I managed to incorporate the requested colour whilst creating a visual expression of personality."

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Standing the test of time with Cowrie & Conch

WORDS LISA GRIFFITHS PHOTOGRAPHY ANDY MYERS & DEMI FRASER

A beautiful beginning In 2021, Kylie Hackett was juggling a full-time workload as a software developer and business analyst and being mum to her daughter Luna, when she felt the need to pursue her creative side. Wanting to create a space for Luna that she could grow with over time, and feeling disappointed by the flimsy, primary coloured children’s furniture and décor offered by the mainstream stores, Kylie was inspired to create Cowrie & Conch. The name is definitely a reflection of her gorgeous Tweed Coast surroundings and Kylie says she is lucky to be surrounded by lots of creative role models in her hometown. Cowrie & Conch is a one-woman band, born out of Kylie’s passion for giving children the enjoyment that colour can bring to their world. Kylie says, “I’ve always been that person that tries to push boundaries. I wear clashing prints, mismatched colours – I never really take what I wear seriously. In fact, the less it matches, the better!” She brings this sense of fun and irreverence to Cowrie & Conch, and is guided by a philosophy of “see the box – and then step outside of it!” Of course, starting

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a new business, especially in an area outside of her expertise, was a challenge, but Kylie has relished the chance to adapt and grow, despite the many late nights spent dreaming and planning.

Unique products that last Cowrie & Conch offers décor, accessories and furniture for children aged 18m and over. There is a focus on beautiful upholstery and texture and on sourcing truly unique and hard to come by items from all over the world. Kylie’s aim is to add “spunk and creativity” to your children’s spaces with gorgeous pieces that will last for many years.

She believes all children have their own sense of style and personality and she loves seeing her designs in their rooms.

“I love walking into a house where colour is celebrated... I think colour gives a room its heartbeat. It can be a real mood changer.” Although it’s hard to pick a favourite amongst the many fun offerings in her range, Kylie does admit a particular fondness for the tufted Affirmation mirrors, which encourage little ones with positive vibes every time they check out their reflection!

"Our philosophy is, don’t take design too seriously.

See the box – and step outside of it!"

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Cowrie & Conch www.cowrieandconch.com.au @cowrieandconch

"I am truly passionate about giving back to children and the enjoyment that colour can bring to their world.”

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Caring for the environment

Products to watch out for In an exciting new release coming soon, Cowrie & Conch will be offering a range of tables and chairs in both recycled plastic and eco resin materials, as well as some unique rattan pieces “with a twist”, providing a point of difference to savvy customers. These new products are a direct response to both environmental and economic pressures that the business is facing globally. Kylie notes that she devotes a lot of time thinking about how she might pivot the direction of Cowrie & Conch to ensure that she is responding

The Cowrie & Conch way When asked what the most rewarding part of running her business is, Kylie jokes it’s all the free time she has!

While that might not be the case, she is genuinely appreciative and rewarded by seeing little faces light up when they’re given a room furnished just for them. She loves the support she receives from all her customers and followers and feels lucky to be following her dream. Asked to describe Cowrie & Conch, Kylie responds that she is always aiming to be thoughtful, fun loving and creative, something that is clear to see when exploring the offerings in her gorgeous store. Knowing that you are buying something beautiful and designed to be loved for many years makes it an easy purchase. Take me to Cowrie & Conch!

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As a long-time vegetarian and lover of the ocean, the impact we have on our planet is always at the front of Kylie’s mind, and it is no different with her business. Cowrie & Conch uses FSC timbers and all furniture is made of ethically sourced materials. Many of the plastic products are renewable and recycled from offcuts and wasted materials, then remolded. To limit waste, manufacturing is done in small batches. Importantly, the furniture is designed to have a long life and to be able to sustain wear and tear from kids – and adults! Each piece holds weight up to 150kg, so adults can use them too. All shipping both internationally and domesticwally is carbon offset.

Kylie made the decision to limit excess packaging from factories and has refused plastic wrapping, boxes and pretty packaging, choosing recycled and compostable boxes and satchels.

“Everything needs to be a conscious decision”, says Kylie. “I felt the pressure to make an unboxing experience for the customer, to wrap things beautifully with pretty papers, foams and colours but I felt this was an elaborate gesture which impacted the world much longer than any ‘feel good’ moment.” Instead, Kylie focuses on minimum packaging and getting the product to her customer quickly and in one piece.

to these concerns whilst also continuing to support her customers’ needs. She’s conscious of shipping and increased prices across the board. With this in mind, Kylie is looking forward to another new release, a wall décor range, offering affordable pieces to everyone.

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PERFECTLY PASTEL Styling / Madeline McFarlane Photography / Françoise Baudet

nspired by marshmallow skies and scrumptious sorbets, this perfectly pastel room was bought to life by stylist Madeline McFarlane and the Minty team to celebrate the joy of colour.

The pastel trend is nothing new. The 1950’s saw entire homes decked out in these infamous soft hues. From kitchens to bathrooms to appliances, it was a trend embraced whole-heartedly.

Come the 80’s and pastel colours were booming again – they were championed in pop-culture (look no further than the iconic Miami Vice) and fashion (as a perfect partner to the preppy polo’s of the time). Now, as we are immersed the digital era, pastels have come back stronger than ever. Easy on the eye and full of positive associations, pastel colours are vibrant, yet soothing. A calm break in a busy world.

Interestingly, the term ‘pastel’ originally referred to an artistic medium, for example, a pastel sketch. Pastels consist of raw pigment combined with water and a binder, then dried and formed into a stick. Generally, pastels had a lower saturation of pigment than other mediums, such as oil paints. It is a natural assumption that this is why the term, over time, came to refer to the less saturated colours on the spectrum.

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"Layering pastels is a great way to create a playful space with a calm, gentle energy."

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– Madeline Mcfarlane, Stylist

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Pastels are perfect for injecting joy and lightness into children’s spaces. They bring vitality and freshness to bedroom designs, whilst simultaneously offering a soothing, tranquil atmosphere.

Their affinity with frivolity, playfulness and optimism goes hand in hand with young, growing minds.

Unlike stronger, primary colours, more can be more with pastel colours. Their softness binds them together creating a gentle rainbow of calm. "Layering pastels is a great way to create a playful space with a calm, gentle energy" says Madeline.

Subtle yet powerful and energetic in every way, a pastel room may just end up offering your child a peaceful sanctuary as well as a visual delight!

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Incorporating natural materials such as timber, wool and linen will ground the ethereal pastel tones, creating a beautiful balance in the room. Similarly, colours such as navy, mustard or forest green will complement pastels to create a moodier tone.

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– Natural fibres such as wool, bamboo and linen are gentle on your baby's skin, last longer, and elevate the room aesthetic.

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MADE TO LAST How to keep it real when you are planning a nursery.

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– Neutral colours are a great place to start.

They allow your child to grow into their space and develop their own personality and style.

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– Accesorise with trending items.

Choose classic furniture pieces that will transition through the trends with ease.

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MAKE A STATEMENT. Wall decals are a visually pleasing, fuss free option that are easily removed without damaging your walls when it's time for a freshen up.

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– Choose baskets and wall hooks that will work anywhere in your home. Storage requirements are always changing so flexibility is key.

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Dot to dot MAKING A POINT WITH DOTS BY DONNA

IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

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Crafting original illustrations, which can take anywhere from 40-250 hours to complete, Donna transforms thousands of dots into electrifying visuals. Drawing (literally) inspiration from all manner of places, her pieces range from animals to dream catchers, and most notably, the highly coveted African Goddess print.

When you really get up close and personal with these exquisite works of art, the reality that they are composed of layers and layers of tiny dots defies belief. It is testament to Donna’s artistry as she captures every single detail, every strand of hair, every facial expression completely free hand.

THE ORIGINS OF ORIGINALITY Donna is known for her collection of half-faced animals, which have quickly become a sought-after addition to interior spaces.

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“I think if you’re going to choose some strong powerful animals, the iconic Lion and lioness are true standouts, and from there they needed their animal friends, Zane the Zebra, Ethan the Elephant and so on.”

PASSIONS OF THE PENMANSHIP Driven by passion and creativity, Donna always aims to create with the intention of wowing and inspiring. “There are not many people in the world who have the patience to draw in dots and spend months on one piece of work to bring it to life – that is very unique in itself.”

Armed with a simple fine-liner pen and paper, Donna is aware that her work has become an obsession. But then it must, when so much care and attention and discipline is invested into each illustration, every fibre of being is applied. What comes out of it though is some of the highest quality artwork in the world, each one having the potential to become a family heirloom.

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A technique long-sequestered to the high walls of art galleries, pointillism has been given a new lease of life by way of Victorian artist, Donna Taylor. Imbuing unwavering patience, passion, and a steady hand into what is also known as dotwork or stippling, Donna has established her award-winning aesthetic on the Australian art scene, and beyond.

“My dotty friends now hang in countless homes and watch over many children as they sleep,” she says proudly. Using a combination of monochrome and pops of colour, she is quick to dispel the notion that her husband’s South African roots mark a direct correlation for inspiration.

"My dotty friends now hang in countless homes and watch over many children as they sleep."

ALL THE RANGE Printed and framed right here in Australia, Donna encourages the recipients of her artworks to inscribe a note on the back of each frame to truly cement the enduring and momentous nature each one possesses.

While her prints are undoubtedly a fan favourite, the artist has extended her pointillist portrayals to puzzles and stationary. “This way everyone who wants to can take a piece of my art with them and appreciate it in other ways,” she says.

PAST, PORTRAITS AND FUTURE Born to an English family, fascinated by the wilds of Africa (at least in part), and bearing Australian nationality herself, Donna is anticipating the pull of international locales for both her and her work as she looks ahead for her business.

Whatever the future brings, one thing is for certain, the therapeutic outlet that drawing presented, first as a new mum struggling to reclaim her identity, and now 8 years on, as a critical source of comfort, it is inextricably part of who she is.

Inspired by whatever stirs her enough to take up pen and paper, Donna asserts that anyone in a similar boat must “find your muse and make it work for you.”

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OLIVER THE OWL WITH FLOWER CROWN (MIDNIGHT)

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ZANE THE ZEBRA

SUSAN THE SEA TURTLE

GEORGI THE GIRAFFE TANK THE TRICERATOPS

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TRENDING Bouclé

FRENCH FOR 'YARN' OR 'LOOP', BOUCLÉ IS A TYPE OF YARN COMPRISED OF A SERIES OF VARIOUS SIZED LOOPED FIBERS, AS WELL AS THE FABRIC THAT CAN WOVEN FROM IT. The fabric is soft and cosy and its textured finish makes a perfect disguise for lifes little snags. A practical and timeless addition to your chidren's spaces.

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Whilst this comfortable and texturally appealing fabric is certainly having a moment right now, rest assured, it's not going anywhere anytime soon. It burst onto the interiors scene in 1948 when well-known architect and interior designer Florence Knoll requested Eero Saarinen to make a chair that she could 'really curl up in'. Since then Bouclé has continued to play a role in interior design, at times shinning brighter than others, but always there.

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Land. www.landhome.com.au @landhome_australia

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Land. is an Australian custom furniture brand created by mother of two, Elly Daley. After purchasing her first home, Elly quickly realised that furnishing her new space would either be prohibitively expensive or creatively uninspiring and saw an opportunity to present custom home furnishings in an entirely new way.

Enter Land. – a digital custom furniture showroom that puts over 6000 home furniture items in the palm of your hand.

From bedheads and cushions to ottomans and benches, customers can personalise pieces and preview their designs using Land.’s 3D technology. Each item is then made on demand in Australia and delivered within 2-4 weeks.

Land. designs, prints and manufactures all its own fabrics and furniture in Australia.

Elly spent two years building a network of Australia’s best furniture makers, local artists and emerging designers to realise her vision.

With sustainability at the heart of her cause, Elly and her tight-knit community of collaborators

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are actively challenging traditional industry conventions with their fast, Australian-made, zero-waste production model.

“We work exclusively with local craftspeople to make on demand. As a digitally-native and environmentally aware brand, we keep our carbon footprint as low as possible, we don’t keep inventory on hand that may end up in landfill, and your order is delivered directly from our manufacturing partner, limiting the carbon emissions required to get your custom piece to you,” Elly explains.

The term ‘custom furniture’ is generally synonymous with ‘expensive’, however Land.’s sustainably lean business model makes it an affordable one. All Land. items are made to the exacting standards you’d expect from a luxury designer—minus the traditional price tag.

Individuality is also at the core of this Australian brand as Elly believes that our homes are where we are our truest selves, personal sanctuaries from the stressors of modern day life.

"The initial driver to start Land. was the strong belief that the home should reflect individuality."

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“The initial driver to start Land. was the strong belief that the home should reflect individuality.

We’ve worked hard to offer a custom furniture solution for our customers to define their land – in an affordable and sustainable way, without the months long waiting period that traditionally comes when purchasing furniture,” Elly says.

Whether you are a minimalist, maximalist or somewhere in between, Land.’s curated collection of 120 fabric designs range from solid colours through to exclusive prints by some of Australia’s most exciting artists, with performance linens, durable velvets and boucle options perfect for the daily rigour of family life.

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The ever-evolving fabric range consists of pastel watercolour prints, bold geometric patterns, ginghams, florals, solids and stripes that have proven a hit with parents looking to personalise their children’s rooms and nurseries. Land.’s striking bedheads, custom block-out Roman blinds and fun accent cushions are the perfect way to furnish your kids’ rooms beautifully and affordably in a practical and durable way.

An antidote to outdated homemaker centres and extravagant showrooms, Land. makes custom furniture fast, easy, accessible and affordable - all whilst treading as lightly as possible on the Earth’s resources.

Welcome to Land. Welcome home.

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"Our homes are where we are our truest self, a personal sanctuary from the stressors of modern day life."

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DESIGN HAN NAH GOLDBERG PHOTOGRAPHY ELISE SCOTT WORDS LISA GRIFFITHS

Zenn Design is an industry leader in Australian made furniture brands, bringing to life creativity and innovation through exceptional craftsmanship and creating spaces you love to live in. All of Zenn Design’s home furnishings are designed and built in their Melbourne workshop with locally sourced materials that are ethical and traceable. They provide unmatched levels of quality upholstery and window furnishing and are renowned for offering their customers beautifully furnished spaces they love.

hen Hannah Goldberg’s daughter Libby (four) was ready to move from her cot into a big bed, Hannah - the Director of Zenn Design - was inspired to make over the bedroom Libby shares with older sister Raizy (seven). Given the Zenn Design reputation for handcrafted luxury, innovative design and quality materials, it’s no wonder that the result is a beautiful, airy sanctuary that the girls love to call their own.

For this very personal family project, Hannah wanted to maximize the use of space whilst also ensuring functionality. Keeping the room open, light and airy with a considered use of colour were priorities, as was involving Libby and Raizy in the creation of a bedroom they cherish.

Hannah describes her two girls as complete opposites in both looks and personalities, but absolute besties. “Raizy is smart, playful, confident and very bubbly while Libby is charming, cheeky and an easygoing little girl.

Raizy loves drawing and does weekly art classes. Libby loves to dance!” Hannah allowed the girls to lead the way when it came to the colour palette. Libby and Raizy were firm on their desire for new, pink beds, which Hannah says was a little out of her comfort zone!

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SISTERS, BEST FRIENDS and a delightful shared room design to grow with them.

A hidden gas-lift feature in the bed frame provides

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Hannah worked around the pink beds by adding in neutral bed linen by Abode Living and a modern dots grey wallpaper by Pickawall.

She added a custom timber bedside table made to her specifications by Melb Design Co and kept the Zenn Design luxury going with gorgeous curtains, an ottoman and scatter cushions. Hannah is constantly inspired by Australian design and it was important to her to showcase some of the incredible local brands and suppliers in her daughters’ shared bedroom.

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It was, however, very special for Hannah to be able to give her girls the joy of brand new custom beds from her own range. She selected the Harper (a Zenn Design bestseller), which is a fully upholstered bed with a perfect minimalistic yet kid-friendly design, with an easy gas-lift bed frame feature. This allows for lots of extra hidden storage space that the girls use to store all their toys. As Hannah says – “best decision ever” – and all parents everywhere wholly agree!

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"I am constantly inspired by Australian design, so it was important to showcase some of the local brands and suppliers in their new shared bedroom."

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"I’m most proud of the way we worked with the girls on the room and that it’s all come together so seamlessly.

It was fun to have them involved and they are very proud of their shared bedroom, too."

Zenn Design www.zenndesign.com.au @_zenndesign

One of the biggest challenges was selecting a wallpaper design. Hannah felt the wallpaper could make or break the space, so it needed to be just right. She’s thrilled with her final choice and credits the Pickawall team for being fantastic to work with. The addition of a beautiful artwork by Kimmy Hogan is inspired and the perfect complement to the dotted walls.

In the end, Hannah’s overall favourite thing about the whole process was the way she worked with Libby and Raizy to create a soft, feminine, girly room that they had fun designing and imagining together. “It all came together so seamlessly... and they are very proud of their shared bedroom too!”

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Building a home is an exciting yet stressful experience. So many decisions need to be made over a relatively short timeframe that even the best of us can reach a point of decision fatigue. aul and Leanne had spent so much time and energy on the rest of the house they realised if they didn’t ask for help when it came to the children’s rooms, they might not honour the detail and care they had managed elsewhere. They chose to partner with Sandy Folder from MINI CASA whose timeless aesthetic appealed to them.

“I wanted each room to be unique to each child and I felt a designer could help me draw these differences out.

We were on such a roll with the rest of the house I was worried that I wasn’t going to truly hear what each child wanted without someone else listening too”, explains Leanne.

Jonathon was only two when this room was designed so he didn’t have too many opinions to give. Instead, his love of animals and a clearly curious nature informed the style choices. When Sandy started the

journey with Paul and Leanne, they had already chosen the wall colour and the timber joinery. Add in the original fireplace and it really became about making a unique and beautiful space for Jonathon that worked with these existing features. Having only one uninterrupted wall meant careful thought was required to make sure the space did not feel too busy, though high ceilings certainly helped as well!

Drawing on the animal theme was a non-negotiable but doing so using an African feel enriches the story of the room as does having the different animal forms: the Charlie in the Woods framed art, ferm LIVING hand carved toys, Fiona Walker felt animal heads, plush toys, cushions and even the careful selection of books on display. The lion head mirror from Etsy continues the animal parade taking pride of place above the mantlepiece.

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ST YLING SAN DY FOLDER, MINI CASA PHOTOGRAPHY MAREE HOM ER WORDS CELIN E BARN ES

Calling all Adventurers

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"Sandy’s use of natural materials like wood, hand crafted art and natural fabrics give Jonathon’s room a beautiful earthy quality which I love."

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The room has a feel of adventure created through little touches like the ever-important camera which an intrepid explorer would never leave behind, or the outback campfire play set giving the impression of being on safari. The added benefit of the African theme is the ability to introduce amazing hues of earth from the African landscape. The Bloomingville rug not only captures these colours but also the feel of native handicrafts through geometric shapes and variations in depth.

ground a room, and both sit well in a room when a child is young as well as when a child gets a bit older.

The tan leather ottoman from Onyx and Smoke provides a zone for Jonathon to enjoy his book wall and is nicely low allowing him to comfortably play with his wooden animals. Adding natural fabrics such as leather and linen really help to

Being at the pointy end of their build journey Paul and Leanne appreciated Sandy’s streamlined process as well as her ability to deliver on what they asked. “Everything just works. Every detail makes sense. It is playful yet has a mature quality”, confirms Paul.

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“Sandy’s use of natural materials like wood, hand crafted art and natural fabrics give Jonathon’s room a beautiful earthy quality which I love.

Too many furniture items for kids nowadays are a bit plastic fantastic and having hand-made, carefully crafted pieces speak to a level of quality and care which withstands the test of time”, says Leanne.

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"Everything just works.

Every detail makes sense. It is playful yet has a mature quality."

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"We wanted to do a pink room but we didn’t want it to be too bright."

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When you have an appetite for dessert, the aesthetic has to match, something Melbourne decorator, Nicole Rosenberg understands very well!

Feeding into young Sophia’s taste for all things pink, fluffy and dessert-centric, Nicole was careful to cater to these requirements while also being careful about the tones of pink she chose for the room.

“We wanted to do a pink room but we didn’t want it to be too bright,” she said. So, to diversify the colour palette Nicole sought inspiration from the Adairs’ ‘Daisy’ range, mixing in the same orange and white hues as on Sophia’s bedspread, as well as sage green courtesy of the custom-made bed and Norsu desk lamp “to give the space an extra pop of colour!”

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Founder of Liberty Interiors and Mum to three, Nicole is well-versed in constructing spaces that not only look beautiful but convey the occupant’s personality and interests.

Cue a delicious, fun and quirky pair of Cupcake prints from Not Another Nursery, a pink and caramel Mushkane rug for ultimate fluff-factor, and the Ikea Micke desk and chair to facilitate Sophia’s creative side.

The Al and Em pinboard is the ideal accompaniment to this studious space, perfect for hanging all Sophia’s drawings and inspiration.

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The room is a wonderful little sanctum where Sophia can curl up on her bed, Nintendo Switch in hand for a session of Animal Crossing, or spend time playing or reading with her little brother, Oscar.

sense of calm and space. If you isolate it to a feature wall, I think it cuts off the space and makes it look too busy, and can have the effect of making the room feel smaller than it is.”

Working within a relatively intimate space, Nicole opted for a warm pink Dulux shade by the name of Blossom Time, calling to mind spring blooms at sunset thanks to the complementary oranges and sage green. “We wanted to envelope the room in something warm and calming,” she said, “injecting the other colours into the space to give it some personality and depth.”

The space may be small but it is full of life thanks to a beautiful hanging plant and the natural light flooding in through the bedside window.

Everything has its place and the soft pink interior ties it all together in a subtle and pretty way.

“I think when you imbue a room with one particular colour, it creates a

Charged with the creative freedom to imagine the space as she saw fit, Nicole knew the room should reflect Sophia’s confidence, independence and sense of humour... and of course, her love of cake!

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"Nicole knew the room should reflect Sophia’s confidence, independence and sense of humour... and of course, her love of cake."

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WORDS LISA GRIFFITHS DESIGNER TEN NILLE BU RN U P PHOTOGRAPHY R ACH EL WINTON

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ennille Burnup of Tennille Joy Interiors is one of Australia’s leading interior designers and has a career spanning more than twenty-five years. She also comes from a family of stylish people – she is a third-generation interior designer. She grew up watching her mother create beautiful and considered spaces and loved nothing more than exploring the furniture and textiles in the family store. Tennille has beauty and style in her bones!

Capturing the moments and memories that tell the story of the room’s inhabitants is what motivates her.

When it came time to create a bedroom for her five-year-old son, Tennille wanted the space to reflect his curiosity and passion for far away places - and his love of marine life and any type of animal! Inspired

by this theme of exploration and wonder for the world and its creatures, Tennille set about dreaming up a beautiful sanctuary full of fun and unique details for her son to enjoy.

As a starting point, Tennille selected her colour palette, choosing the wallpaper first from her own range.

And what wallpaper it is! The gorgeously illustrated world map design gives the room its central focus and has become Tennille’s favourite feature in the space.

“We are currently ‘eating’ our way around the world. We put stars on the countries where we have tried and tasted the cuisine!” she says.

In a moment of serendipity, Tennille says she happened across the perfect blue paint colour at Porter’s Paints with the fitting name of ‘Explorer Blue’. It was meant to be!

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Tennille chose a custom designed king single bed with the additional bonus of a trundle for sleepovers. The trundle has fold out legs that raise it to the height of the top mattress, making one larger size bed, big enough for two adults to sleep in.

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Custom made by Tennille, the white floating bookshelves with scalloped edges reminiscent of ocean waves, house her son’s favourite books and toys, cleverly reflecting his interest in the sea.

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Next, Tennille chose a custom designed king single bed with the additional bonus of a trundle for sleepovers. The trundle has fold out legs that raise it to the height of the top mattress, making one larger size bed, big enough for two adults to sleep in. A vintage bunny lamp in bright yellow perched on an antique side table playfully complements the bed, made snuggly and inviting with stripes, checks and spots from Castle & Things.

the shelves, creating a cosy reading nook – and making excellent use of a small space.

Custom made by Tennille, the white floating bookshelves with scalloped edges reminiscent of ocean waves, house her son’s favourite books and toys, cleverly reflecting his interest in the sea. There’s a comfy chair and creature cushion pulled up next to

Rounding off the room and giving the space a dash of energy and foxy fun, is the Mr Fox rug by Scion in muted grey colours. The deep teal floor length curtains add oceanic drama to the space and flawlessly frame the raised French doors.

On the far wall, another vintage find from Tennille creates a whimsical feel – an antique medicine cabinet mounted on the wall becomes a second book storage and display area in the room. Accenting this wall perfectly is a cute cuckoo clock from Muji, keeping that animal theme going strong.

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"We are currently ‘eating’ our way around the world.

We put stars on the countries where we have tried and tasted the cuisine!"

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While Tennille mentions that working with such a small sized room that features French doors was a challenge, the result belies any difficulty she may have had!

In this reimagining of her son’s bedroom, Tennille has showcased her signature aesthetic and surrounded him with functional yet beautiful things that create joy, perfectly capturing his story and the things he values.

Tennille Joy Interiors www.tennillejoyinteriors.com.au @tennille_joy_interiors

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icole Rosenberg from Liberty Interiors in Melbourne struck gold when she received the brief for little Oscar’s new bedroom – his parents gave her complete creative control to dream up something special for their passionate little animal lover. Keeping in mind the need to include the essentials of a double bed, book storage and toy storage, Nicole let her creative juices run wild! And the result is an animal lover’s paradise, complete with unique custom features and timeless pieces that can adapt and grow with Oscar as he ages.

Nicole is truly passionate about producing calm, happy yet fun spaces that are a reflection of the child’s individuality and desires. Inspired

by Oscar’s love for animals, Nicole knew she wanted to focus on featuring some cute animal themes throughout the room but she was also keen not to be too traditional or obvious.

Thinking outside the box, she started with designing a custom animal footprint wallpaper, which envelops the room and gives the space a sense of consistency and warmth. The wallpaper will feature in a soon to be released range by Liberty Interiors.

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"I love mixing blue with browns and tans so I focused on these three palettes for Oscar’s room and added in wooden accents to give it a more earthy, outdoorsy feel."

At the same time, Nicole was finalising the colour palette for the room, settling on the very current trend for browns and warmer palettes.

“I love mixing blue with browns and tans and so I focused on these three palettes for Oscar’s room and added in wooden accents to give it a more earthy, outdoorsy feel,” Nicole explains.

Working with the challenge of a small space and having to fit quite a lot in without it appearing cramped, Nicole decided to make the bed a feature. It has turned out to be her favourite part of the room! The bear bedhead is custom designed by Liberty Interiors and made by The Upholstery House. Wanting the bed to have longevity, Nicole has designed the bed so that the bear ears can detach when Oscar grows out of them, leaving behind a gorgeous arched bedhead – beary clever!

Next to the bed is a stunning side table from Uniqwa Furniture Collections. Its reclaimed hardwood base with clear glass top brings the outdoors feel into the bedroom and perfectly holds a pile of bedtime books and some cute felted toadstools. Directly above swings a very cheeky monkey lamp from Fenton & Fenton – what a fun way to illuminate Oscar’s nighttime reading sessions!

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"I really love that we have included a spot for everything in his room so it’s easy for Oscar to keep his room neat and tidy!"

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On the opposite wall, Oscar the bookworm has his pick of reading material from the impeccably styled Mini Library by Oeuf. This piece displays a consideration for functionality paired with high-end modern design and is an easily accessible library for Oscar now, and as he grows. Nicole chose baskets from Mondocherry for toy storage and has scattered a few prize possessions across the shelves.

Above the Mini Library hang some artworks and mounted animal heads, creating an eye-catching display.

A flatweave leopard print rug in beige and black from Miss Amara is a fun addition under the foot of the bed while a lidded storage hamper

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from Adairs rounds off the styling, providing another space for toys and bric-a-brac, all attractively hidden away.

Mum-of-three Nicole knows that while it’s important to have a child’s bedroom looking gorgeous, it’s also key that it is practical and functional.

Oscar’s room is exactly that – a fun and inviting space that superbly captures his interests in a unique and creative way. Nicole adds that one of her favourite things about the room is that there’s a specific spot for everything, so it’s simple for Oscar to keep his room neat and tidy. And the best bit? Oscar – and his parents – absolutely adores his room!

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Nicole has designed the bed so that the bear ears can detach when Oscar grows out of them, leaving behind a gorgeous arched bedhead.

Liberty Interiors www.libertyinteriors.com.au @liberty.interiors

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Big Design for Small People Curated by the team at Minty, Smallist is a boutique shopping directory that takes the overwhelm out of shopping for the children in your life by carefully selecting the best independent Australian stores and brands in one place. We understand the modern, ethically conscious shopper and take great care to bring you a directory showcasing local businesses doing things the right way. www.smallist.com.au @small.ist

Boori

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www.boori.com.au For over 25 years, Boori has stood for quality and innovation. Boori combines classic heritage with contemporary trends to create timeless nursery and kids' furniture.

Crafted with sustainable and durable solid wood and finished with eco-friendly paints, their pieces are built to withstand the bumps and knocks of family life, whilst also caring for our environment.

Acorn Kids www.acornkids.com.au Acorn Kids deliver gorgeous beanies, hats, knitwear and accessories made with love, care and a big dose of fun. Only using the highest quality yarns and fabrics Acorn Kids ensure the protection of your little-ones heads throughout the year with 100% Australian Merino wool and soft pure cottons.

Blond + Noir

Bluebird Co.

Bubba Cloud

www.blondnoir.com Blond + Noir is the place to go for wall art, reusable decals and wallpaper for your kids rooms. Designed by their in-house artist and interior designer, the products are then hand made in their Gold Coast studio using only the highest quality materials.

From custom name prints to abstract pieces for any room palette, Blond + Noir have you covered.

www.bluebirdco.com.au Bluebird Co offers a modern take on the traditional idea of a bluebird keepsake with unique, personalised jewellery that has been lovingly designed in Australia and crafted by skilled artisans from quality materials. Inspired by the wonders of nature, the keepsakes make a perfect go-to gift for baby showers, birthdays, and special occasions.

www.bubbacloud.com.au Bubba Cloud are the pioneers of the original linen baby lounger. Our loungers provide a portable, luxurious, and comfortable place for your littlest love to relax. Crafted from our innovative GOTS certified 3D organic cotton mesh technology and hypoallergenic polyester filling providing optimum airflow, breathability, and machine washability.

Our handmade 100% French Flax Linen covers are curated in seasonal tones producing a soft, indulgent finish and look beautiful in your home!

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Birdee and Bee www.birdeeandbee.com Birdee and Bee is an Australian brand and online children’s boutique.

Their products are made from environmentally friendly and sustainable materials with a focus on ethical production and being kinder to the Earth. Sharing their store with beautiful and like-minded brands from all over the world. A carefully curated collection of pieces for your small folk and nest that will be cherished for many years to come.

Aster & Oak www.asterandoak.com.au Aster & Oak is a West Australian children’s label that offers a beautiful and artistic collection of certified organic clothing & bedding for the precious little people in our lives.

All of their designs are hand illustrated in-house, making each season’s exclusive collection as original, unique and distinctive as the babes who wear them.

BOA Basics

Big Little Noise

www.boabasics.com.au BOA Basics takes pride in creating premium quality kid’s clothing with all pieces responsibly and ethically made in Australia, using Australian grown cotton. BOA Basics encourage clean dressing through timeless, unisex styles & colours that can be mixed and matched with ease and passed down or shared between siblings.

Each piece is designed with comfort and durability in mind, bringing you Aussie-made goodness you can rely on! Your kids are sure to look great with these simple but stylish pieces.

www.biglittlenoise.com Big little noise store welcomes you to a magical world of play and high-quality pieces for baby, child and mama. The store focuses on offering eco-friendly, slow and sustainable kids play and mama pieces from the best small businesses and independent artists from around the globe.

Curated by a Gold Coast Mum, big little noise offers timber toys and treasures for the conscious to love for a lifetime.

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Cowrie and Conch

Cassie Zaccardo Art www.cassiezaccardo.com Cassie Zaccardo Art creates unique and playful portraits perfect for your little one’s space. From customised pieces, whimsical woodland creatures, feature florals and even pilot puppies, her range of prints will fill your home with joy, wonder and a touch of magic.

www.cowrieandconch.com.au Cowrie & Conch have created or sourced some amazing ‘hero’ pieces for the nursery, bedroom, playroom and outdoors – lots of conversation pieces that the kids will love just as much as you do.

They offer lots of décor and little accessories for boys and girls.

While kids are at the forefront of their minds Cowrie & Conch are always thinking about the practicality of the piece for the adult too. Can adults sit on it? Is it washable? Will it stand the test of time? Will it fit seamlessly into the rest of the home furnishings?

And who will use it once they are a little bigger?

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www.cloverandlola.com.au Clover and Lola meticulously design and create baby activity mats and accessories that are as gorgeous as your home and nursery. With a large range of patterns, you will find a mat to suit every home.

The Curated Parcel www.thecuratedparcel.com Quality eco-conscious toys that nurture those growing minds & happy hearts. The Curated Parcel has a whole library of products, all designed to work synergistically together to promote learning through fun and building towards your child’s development. And certainly not forgetting those newborns and the early toddlers as well!

Dots by Donna www.dotsbydonna.com Artist, Donna Taylor, has an amazing gift for the drawing technique known as stippling or pointillism. The bottom line- there is none. It comes down to dots and thousands of them forming unique and incredibly beautiful visuals, ranging from animals to dream catchers and the highly coveted African Goddess print. Donna’s illustrations are all original with each piece taking up to 200 hours to complete.

Designstuff www.designstuff.com.au Designstuff presents a world of adventure, fun, and eclecticism through their curation of Scandinavian inspired kid’s furniture, toys, décor, and accessories. Designstuff is a must-see store for kid’s room furniture and décor pieces, gorgeous birthday present ideas, and stunning baby shower gifts.

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www.easypeasycakes.com.au Aussie eco-friendly baking and craft kits for kids. Easy Peasy Cakes have designed a range of simple DIY kits to spark creativity and to help you have fun together in the kitchen!

Each kit contains the dry ingredients to bake something delicious and material for a matching craft activity.

With zero plastic and zero nasties their kits make for a whole lot of yummy fun.

French Soda www.frenchsoda.com.au French Soda creates gorgeous, classically designed gumboots and raincoats for children who love fun and want puddle jumping protection.

ErgoPouch Good Art www.goodart.com.au Calling all dreamers and thrill seekers! Inspired to paint artworks her boys would love, artist Jaelle Pedroli of Good Art creates art that grows with your child. Give the very best to your child with museum quality prints. Thoughtfully printed in Australia on premium Fine Art bamboo paper.

www.ergopouch.com.au ErgoPouch Australia is the reliable and trusted innovator of organic, premium, TOG-rated sleepwear for ages newborn to 5 years.

Ergonomically designed for your child’s age and developmental stage and made using the highest quality materials to give your child safer and more comfortable sleep in their early years.

Go To Bed Gertie and Me www.gertieandme.com.au Gertie and Me are a delightful range of soft toys lovingly designed in Melbourne and toddler tested around the world since 2005. Choose from the gorgeous bunny range, favourite pets and farmyard friends. Gertie and Me are more than toys – they have personality, are soft, huggable, comforting and fun. They are a companion, a first best friend for life. Children enjoy cuddling , playing with, imagining and daydreaming with them.

Gertie and Me toys are made from soft cotton velour and love to be cuddled and snuggled.

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www.gotobedthelabel.com Sleep is the new happy hour: Go To Bed, is a range of super-soft children's bed linen that are available in stylish colours at accessible pricing. Their unisex, muted palette works perfectly in any bedroom.

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Kind and Co www.kindandco.com.au Home of Pretend Play!

Evoking imagination for kids and nostalgia for parents, from unique tea sets to wooden trucks Kind and co has the most beautiful range of products to assist in letting our children’s imaginations go free. Kind and co toys simply make the world better!

Kippins Hello Kit Co. www.hellokitco.com Hello Kit Co. offers a range of design driven party ‘kits & bits’ to celebrate and decorate! Rather than shopping for gift and party related products across many different stores, you can find all you need here packaged up beautifully and delivered to your door.

www.hunterandnomad.com.au Hunter & Nomad is an eclectic decor store, bringing to you a thoughtfully crafted collection of stunning and unique handmade products for you and your home. Drawing from their Dutch heritage, Hunter & Nomad design ethical products with a European edge. Hunter and Nomad are well established as a go-to store for kid’s interior design.

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www.kippins.co Love sleep? So do the Kippins.

These insta-famous cuddle blankies are made from pure organic cotton – a big tick from us! Designed in Australia and made ethically with love the world over, their range now includes muslin swaddles, soft toys and sleepwear for the cutest Kippins twinning.

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Jaclyn & Matisse www.rhinorhino.com.au/ jaclyn-matisse

Goldie + Ace www.goldieandace.com Goldie + Ace is an Australian designed mini label with a focus on quality fabrics in simple, easy to wear shapes. They live by a philosophy of quality over quantity, buy less, wear it more and pass it on. An obsession with ensuring each individual garment is made to perfection means Goldie + Ace’s soft, high-quality clothes are made to last.

A family-owned Australian brand inspired by their children's innocence and love of play. The range is all about Honeysuckle and Lime getting back to basics and www.honeysuckleandlime.com.au utilising quality raw materials Honeysuckle and Lime offer a to create a gender-neutral unique range of personalised décor and keepsake pieces for range of wooden toys, teethers family celebrations, home, loves and musical instruments.

The interactive nature of these ones and little ones. Founded wooden toys is aimed at in 2014, all their products are supporting the boundless designed, hand printed and imagination of children, as well handmade with love on the as the development of social, beautiful NSW Central Coast. musical, and motor skills.

From their signature range of personalised Santa Sacks and stockings to bean bags, bags, cushions, and wall hangings, they use only the highest quality materials to make sure that all their pieces will stand the test of time.

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Jnr.Life www.jnrlife.com jnr.life was born in Melbourne in 2018 from a desire for thoughtful, family-friendly products that complement grown-up interiors. Founders Nikki Davis and Ashleigh Pyke felt there was an opportunity to enter the baby and children’s interiors space with a more sophisticated and considered design approach.

Their range includes boom boom playmats in a stunning collection of colours and the new jnr.play range of soft play shapes.

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KYND Baby www.kyndbaby.com KYND Baby offers a collection of beautiful baby products to support your little one as they adjust to life earth-side. Designed with a commitment to high-quality, sustainable and ethically sourced fabrics, their products encourage the connection between parents, babies, and the planet. Made with buttery-soft fabrics, the KYND Baby collection includes baby apparel, sleepwear, bedding and baby slings.

Little Bambino Bear

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www.littlebambinobear.com.au Creating beautifully handmade and high-quality decor for your little ones since 2015. Little Bambino Bear strives to provide great customer service and the best quality products, which has remained their priority since the beginning. They extend that ethos to the stunning carefully selected range of on-trend baby and children’s products that they now also stock in addition to their own.

Little Change Creators www.littlechangecreators.com Brighten your child’s day and reclaim some ‘me time’ with mindfully-made reusable colouring sets. Ideal for travel, dining out and multi-purpose play, all sets are crafted from child-safe, sustainable materials for maximum repeat-play value.

Little Change Creators is a proud partner of Little Dreamers Australia so you can feel good knowing that your purchase has made a difference to another child’s life.

Incy Interiors www.incyinteriors.com.au Allow your little one to dream big and sleep easy with nursery furniture from Incy Interiors. Incy have a range of bassinets, cots, change tables and rockers. While style and versatility are on top of their agenda, they never let this compromise the safety of their designs so you can always shop in confidence.

Love Mae www.lovemae.com.au Love Mae has been bringing joy to the lives of little ones by creating beautiful and functional products that make mealtime fun for the past 12 years. Based in the heart of Byron Bay, Love Mae is a heartfelt brand, passionate about designing things of beauty and function for little hands. They are constantly inspired by creating a better planet to leave our children and are committed to ensuring their eco-footprint is as light as a feather.

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Luna’s Treasures www.lunastreasures.com.au Luna’s Treasures® focus on designing and manufacturing their own extensive range of baby and kids essentials from Australian businesses.

Their bamboo muslin baby wraps & accessories, bamboo jersey baby wraps & accessories, cot and knit blankets, bamboo jersey fitted sheets for bassinets / cots / change tables, hair accessories, knit beanies for the whole family, are sure to impress.

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LTL PPL www.ltlppl.com.au LTL PPL was created as a stylish clothing and accessories label for your little ones and continues to be driven by fashion, quality, practicality and comfort. With pieces that can last years – LTL PPL clothing will withstand wrestling matches, kindy madness, weekend activities, and the fabulous messiness of childhood.

Little Cloud Lane www.littlecloudlane.com Little Cloud Lane is a handmade home decor brand specialising in unique tassel and felt nursery and children’s room décor and accessories. Designed and created by hand using quality materials, the beautiful made to order range includes tassel mobiles and wall hangings in various sizes, bunting, decorative flowers and bunnies.

Little Connoisseur www.littleconnoisseur.com.au Little Connoisseur specialise in creating luxury decor and accessories for your little ones. Here you’ll find a range of unique pieces ranging from their signature personalised floor cushions to wall hangings, playmats and more. Made with love in Melbourne, all of their pieces are handcrafted by skilled artisans using only the finest materials so that they’ll be treasured for years to come.

Lava Tribe

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www.lavatribe.com.au When she’s nailing new skills, beating a PB, or reaching the finish line – Lava Tribe has her back! Featuring no rub seams, sweat-wicking, and a ‘won’t fall down or ride up’ construction, their distraction-free design means all she has to focus on is her goal. From crops and leggings to shorts, tanks, and caps, Lava Tribe’s Australian-designed range is her new favourite destination for top-to-toe sporty style.

Livly www.livly.com.au Livly is a designer lighting store inspired by the heart and delivered with love. A place where imaginations are illuminated by the curves and colours of each magical piece.

Where the everyday act of lighting a room becomes a special experience.

That’s what we’re talking about right?! With the Luna Pop Lighting collection, you and your child can enjoy the warmth and enchantment of Livly lighting in your home. Each piece a perfect balance of aesthetics, functionality, and fun.

Loog www.loogguitars.com.au Loog is a range of guitars designed specifically for kids. These award-winning instruments are ergonomically designed to make learning to play simple, fun and rewarding. They come in a range of sizes, a rainbow of colours and in both electric and acoustic versions. With flashcards and the free accompanying Loog app, beginners can learn to play chords and songs from day one. Learn on a Loog, play any guitar.

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Little House of Timber www.littlehouseoftimber.com.au

Little House of Timber craft customised 3D wooden name signs. The pieces are unique and original, designed to be fun and make a statement in any room. Each piece is hand crafted in Brisbane, using locally sourced timber.

Miffy Plush www.rhinorhino.com.au/miffy-plush

Maison Duex www.rhinorhino.com.au/maison-deux Maison Deux is a Dutch design studio founded to design fun, minimalist products for contemporary homes.

All products are made from high quality materials and are designed to be simple and iconic with a playful twist. The Maison Deux rug collection consists of high-quality kids rugs that are 3D textured. A true statement piece for any room, made from super soft 100% New Zealand wool.

These fair-trade rugs are certified with the Good Weave label. The best assurance that no child labour, forced labour or bonded labour is used in the production cycle.

Miffy® Plush are officially licensed plush toys, celebrating the iconic Miffy bunny character – first created by writer Dick Bruna in 1955. They are a cult product sold throughout Europe, UK, US and Asia. Handcrafted from sustainable and natural materials, each plush toy is made of 100% recycled PET stuffing. Miffy® Plush are available in a huge variety of fabrics, sizes and on-trend colour options, with new collections added each season. From bold corduroy to denim and even 100% organic cotton, there is one for everyone.

Mini Village www.minivillage.com.au Mini Village offers modern eco-friendly children’s toys, essentials, decor and books. They belief that “eco friendly” and “aesthetics” can blend together seamlessly. Everything Mini Village stock is beautiful, natural, ethically made, and made to last. Beautiful pieces to hand down from generation to generation.

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Minnie and Me Interiors www.minnieandmeinteriors.com

Minnie and Me Interiors are a family operated wallpaper and wall decal business. All of their one-of-a-kind products are lovingly custom made in Victoria, Australia. Their DIY, premium wallpaper and wall decals are printed on a re-positional polyester, adhesive fabric that can be easily applied almost anywhere.

Mr Maria www.rhinorhino.com.au/mr-maria Designed and made in the Netherlands, this iconic Dutch brand needs little introduction. Featured in design journals and magazines across the world, Mr Maria's Miffy and Friends night lights are not just the must-have practical nursery item, but they make for beautiful statement pieces around the home. Ever expanding and ever improving, this innovative Dutch company has received countless awards including the prestigious Red Dot Design Award for the Miffy First Light. The Mr Maria collection of lamps is a celebration of innocence and the security that a loving home provides.

Mulberry Threads

Mustard Made

www.mulberrythreadsco.com.au Made for the sleepy heads. Mulberry Threads creates luxe bamboo bedding and sleepwear using the finest natural and organic textiles.

Their collection has been designed with uncompromising comfort, quality, and style in mind. Founded through a shared love of soft, natural fabrics, we love their commitment to luxury with an eco-friendly ethos.

www.mustardmade.com Mustard Made creates lockers perfect for little ones. Sisters Bec & Jess run this show and their aim is to make products that are as functional as they are beautiful. With a selection of colours perfect for rooms of any style and a range of sizes, Mustard pieces will stand the test of time in your home.

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The Midnight Gang

The Minnie Co

www.themidnightgang.com The Midnight Gang make beautiful waterproof sheet protectors called ‘Bed Mates’ that mean no more stripping the bed in the middle of the night when there is an accident. They are an eco-friendly alternative to disposable bed mats and are proudly plastic free, non-toxic, formaldehyde and lead-free making them safe for your little ones as well as the environment. Best of all they come in a range of stunning prints so that kids actually want them on their beds!

www.theminnieco.com.au Creating sustainable and eco-friendly toys, furniture and homewares for your family to enjoy throughout generations ranging from handcrafted rattan pieces beautiful wooden role play sets and inclusive dolls from Miniland Dolls.

Nana Huchy www.nanahuchy.com.au Established in 2003, Melbournebased brand Nana Huchy curates classic toys, gifts & baby blankets made from beautifully soft materials & produced with superior quality – a nod to Nana & the things she used to craft. Made with love, the goal is always to encourage imagination & of course, to make memories for a long time to come.

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Nimble Kids www.nimbleskids.com.au

Nimble Kids are the Pikler triangle specialists for the adventurous little legends.

Our Foldable Pikler Triangles are delivered fully assembled and ready to use. No mess to clean up. Sustainable, fun and Australian made.

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Myla and Co www.mylaandco.com.au Myla & Co are an online baby boutique dedicated to creating newborn pieces + gifts that are beautiful, affordable + practical.

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Oak and the Little Folk www.oakandthelittlefolk.com.au

Inspired by vintage designs with heirloom quality their range is perfect for every occasion. Lauren of Oak and the Little folk hand sews all the clothing in her little studio and makes sure each piece is full of love, care and passion.

High quality leather shoes complete each outfit and are designed for adventures both big and small.

www.ohhappyhome.com.au Imagination comes home with this collection of ethically made rugs and homewares handmade with family in mind. Oh Happy Home have designed a bespoke range of rugs and cushions for the entire home that are easy to clean and care for. Designed in Perth, Oh Happy Home only use natural fibres in their range of hand loomed rugs and their washable range of rugs.

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Oh What Fun Collective www.ohwhatfuncollective.com Oh What Fun Collective has scoured the globe for the coolest feel-good gifts, threads and festive collections with a focus on capturing the nostalgic magic of childhood.

You know how there are just pieces that really stand out to you from when you were a kid, like in a visceral way?

That’s the little spark of magic and sense of nostalgia that Oh What Fun Collective is all about.

Party Card Co

www.partycardco.com.au

Party Card Co. creates quality pre-printed children’s invitations, cards and wrapping paper. They also offer custom designs for invitations. At Party Card Co. quality is key, so you will find that all their cards and invitations are printed on a beautiful thick textured stock, and their wrap is printed on 100% recycled paper.

Picca Loulou

www.rhinorhino.com.au/picca-loulou

Let's get back to traditional play! In a magical world, not far from ours, live the wise and happy creatures of Picca Loulou. They bring joy and happiness to children all around. The colourful characters are designed to stimulate children's creativity and imagination. Designed in The Netherlands and handcrafted from sustainable and natural materials including 100% recycled PET stuffing, these plush toys are packaged in adorable gift boxes – each one with a printed bedtime story. Picca Loulou products make for a unique gift that can be enjoyed for years to come.

Peppermint Tree Creations

www.pepperminttreecreations.com.au

Peppermint Tree Creations specialises in handmade kids decor cushions, the perfect addition to every magical kids space with plenty of colours and designs to suit all spaces.

We love their philosophy for children – to create spaces to let them dream, imagine and adventure in their own little worlds so they can keep a little piece of that childhood magic in them forever.

Peggy www.peggy.com.au Named after the Melbourne designer’s grandmother, the label aims to keep an air of ‘old fashioned whimsicality’ in its gorgeous designs.

The range features dresses, shorts, playsuits, nappy covers, swimwear and hats for girls ages 0-12 – all of which can be mixed and matched for a quirky boho effect.

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Perfectly Pear Shaped www.perfectlypearshaped.com.au Perfectly Pear shaped is the place to design your own personal, unique, and individual initial cushion. A fun statement piece that injects personal style. These cushions are the perfect finishing piece in a room to make a house a home, giving spaces character and charm. These bespoke cushions are made with high-quality fabrics and filled with sustainability. With over 40 prints to select from, they are sure there to suit your little loves.

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Pickawall www.pickawall.com.au Pickawall is a custom-made self-adhesive fabric wallpaper, decal, and flooring product. Easy peel and stick application onto any smooth surface. Removable and reusable, re-positionable with no residue or damage to your walls.

Choose from over 120 million designs or upload your own.

Proudly Australian owned and made in Melbourne. Print your passion with Pickawall.

Play To Learn www.playtolearn.com.au Play To Learn captures the essence of childhood by providing the ingredients for children’s growth and development.

Their range of resources encourage children’s imagination, sense of wonder and curiosity. Play To Learn proudly supports the best quality products made from sustainable materials that are safe, non-toxic and eco-friendly. Doing things right for your little ones and our planet.

Pop and Oli Plyroom

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www.plyroom.com.au Plyroom creates sustainably made minimalist furniture for a simpler life.

Proudly made in Italy and Australia, Plyroom are passionate about made to last craftsmanship, functional design, and modern simplicity. Their products are designed to be loved by every member of your family for years to come.

www.popandoli.com.au Pop and Oli celebrate the love of sleep, rest, relaxation and family. They pride themselves on their beautifully curated selection of Australian and New Zealand brands. Their range covers clothing, bedding, decor, play and relaxation products specially for newborn, baby, kids through to tweens and special pieces for mums. We love their commitment to quality, comfort and style.

Ruby Rabbit

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Rugabub

www.rubyrabbit.com.au Ruby Rabbit loves to party! They stock the very latest on-trend party, event and wedding supplies. We love visiting Ruby Rabbit for all things birthday parties, baby showers, christenings, engagements, bridal showers, weddings, and special celebrations. Their extensive range will have you covered every time.

www.rudienudie.com.au Take the hard work out of nappy-free playtime and sensory play with Rudie Nudie Waterproof Playmats. Comfy, absorbent, waterproof and machine washable – you’ll wonder how you ever managed without them. Rudie Nudie not only provides amazing playmats for your little loves but they also have a beautiful range of bibs and wet bags as well.

www.rugabub.com.au Rugabub Play Mats are beautiful, soft and earth-friendly. Crafted from sustainable, biodegradable, and non-toxic TPU, their mats create a safe play space that the whole family will love – without compromising the design of your home. From colourful ethnic parades to plush beachy naturals, we love that their obsession with fine-looking mats has translated into an astoundingly diverse collection. Elegance that respects play, respects parents and respects the environment.

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Second Scout www.secondscout.com.au Second Scout creates picture-based organisation solutions that can be interpreted by even the littlest family members, well before they’ve learned to read. Designed and made in Australia, the range of practical and stylish routine helpers, timber tags & adhesive labels are perfect for empowering little ones to help around the home, whilst also satisfying the design-conscious interior lovers among us.

Seedling Baby

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www.seedlingbaby.com.au We know that parents don’t have time to be thinking too hard about diapers. What they want is to change and go, knowing that the diaper they’ve chosen will do its job. That’s why for the past 15 years Seedling Baby been making beautiful cloth diapering products that do what they’re supposed to. Gentle on baby, the planet and the back pocket.

Spark of Wild www.sparkofwild.com.au No daggy baby bags here! Spark of Wild is an accessories brand for Mums who refused to sacrifice style. Modern, luxe, and minimalistic Spark of Wild focus on using beautiful leathers that will withstand the test of time. Practical and beautiful – the ultimate accessory for mumma’s!

The Nappy Society www.thenappysociety.com.au The Nappy Society Baby Bag Inserts are the perfect solution, ideal for modern mamas who don’t care for the traditional baby bags on the market. They allow you to turn any tote into the perfect baby bag and will help keep your life organised while maintaining your sense of identity and love for fashion and style.

The Upsy Store www.theupsystore.com.au The Upsy Store is the home of the Upsy. The Upsy booster seats are adorable, wipe-clean & lightweight for kids aged 18mths – 8yrs. Upsy’s are 100% cotton laminated for messy little eaters and were originally designed for that extra boost at the dining table.

They are the re-invention of a vinyl vintage design from the 1960’s and are designed to be useful as well as pretty darn cute.

The Little Potion Co www.thelittlepotionco.com.au The Little Potion Co creates magical mindful potion kits and accessories for growing young minds. With positive spells and affirmations, bio glitter, sparkly liquids and fizzing fun, their potion kits are non-toxic and great for little potion makers from 3+. Hand crafted in Melbourne Australia by two sisters, their kits inspire a world of creative imagination and whimsical play.

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Toots + Co www.tootsandco.com Luxe Italian leather baby-bags that are stylish, yet instinctively practical, keeping mum and bub essentials separated and organised. With perfect sized pockets to allow you to grab wipes and nappies in seconds, external slip pockets to have bottles and sippy cups at the ready and multiple ways to wear each bag you will love them too!

Truly Amor www.trulyamor.com.au Truly Amor is a brand that honours the sentimental moments in your life. They create heirloom quality journals, baby books, planners, and milestone cards that help you tell your story in the most meaningful way.

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Uimi www.uimi.com.au Established in 2009, Uimi creates a unique range of slow fashion and textiles from renewable extra fine Merino wool, Egyptian cotton and Cashmere cotton. We love that they only choose natural fibres because they are biodegradable, naturally soft and breathable. All Uimi products are proudly designed and manufactured from their factory in Thornbury, Australia.

Ubabub www.ubabub.com When parents Natasha and Daniel Dumais had trouble finding nursery furniture to suit their modern taste, they decided to create their own. Ubabub is a proudly Australian designed premium-end nursery and children’s furniture brand available throughout Australia, New Zealand, United States and Canada.

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Upper Dhali www.upperdhali.com.au “Imagine a keepsake doll that reflects someone special, or a wonderful moment in time. One that brings a warm sentimental feeling, that lovely sense of nostalgia”. Since 2013, Upper Dhali® has been Australia’s leading brand for exceptional quality handmade dolls. Specialising in personalised heirloom keepsake dolls and “best friend” companion dolls, each one designed and individually handcrafted in Brisbane, Australia.

Warren Hill Linen Play Mats www.mywarrenhill.com Linen play mats designed to look beautiful in your home. Warren Hill play mats are made from 100% French Flax linen and supported with luxurious padding. We love that for every Warren Hill play mat sold, they will plant 10 trees, giving right back to Mother Earth.

Wean Miester

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www.weanmeister.com.au Wean Meister have a simple ethos - to empower Mum’s and Dad’s to have fun and easy mealtimes!

They provide uniquely designed baby feeding products – that are genuine time savers – and made out of the finest quality silicone.

They are an investment in quality, that provide an alternative to buying often and contributing to landfill.

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Wondermade www.wondermade.com.au Brighten your wall and inspire your world with Wondermade reusable wall decals. Their wonderful, quality-made wall decals have been created to be educational, thought- provoking and conversation- starting. Think modern kids posters, without the hassle of framing & hanging, inspirational quotes, education, height charts, photo decals and personalised designs.

Wild Indiana www.wildindiana.com.au

We Might Be Tiny www.wemightbetiny.com.au We Might Be Tiny’s award-winning range of beautiful, minimalist tableware inspires and delights even the fussiest of eaters. Pop them in the freezer, use them to whip up quick microwave snacks and even bake them in the oven. And best of all, you can simply let your dishwasher deal with the mess when your adventures come to an end.

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Wild Indiana create a clutter free, minimalistic range of products that are safe and stylish, and help with the development of your little loves.

Their range spans from Beechwood play gyms through to silicone bibs and bowls and accessories. They offer limited edition pieces combined with a staple range in beautiful colours to ensure you can always find something you love!

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You and Me Prints www.youandmeprints.com You and Me Prints create bespoke custom portraits from your everyday snaps. Each piece is a unique, personal work of art that will brighten any family home and guarantee to melt hearts.

Alongside their stunning portraits, they also offer a selection of fine art nursery prints and personalised name artworks that will inspire creativity and wonder whilst complimenting contemporary children’s interiors everywhere.

WWF Plush www.rhinorhino.com.au/wwf-plush-collection

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The WWF Plush Collection is a wide range of super-soft plush toys, especially designed for the World Wide Fund for nature - WWF. All WWF plush items are eco-friendly and stuffed with a 100% PET bottle filling and have a super soft exterior.

Designed to introduce the concept of environmental responsibility to little ones, this range aims to do its part in ensuring nature is preserved for generations to come. For every plush sold, a donation is made to the local WWF office to support their conservation efforts.

Young Bondi www.youngbondi.com Young Bondi is a family concept store located in Bondi. Quality products that are unique, timeless and with purpose are what Young Bondi bring to their customers, time and time again. We believe that supporting small business is kind of a big deal!

You Give Me Grace

Young Willow

www.yougivemegrace.com Looking to add a pop of colour and fun into your home? Lee from You Give Me Grace has created a line of Fruity Decals that will brighten and add life to any room. Proudly designed and printed in NSW Australia, these fabric decals float seamlessly on your wall and are super easy to apply and remove – perfect for anyone renting or for the weekend DIY project.

www.youngwillow.com.au Spoil a new arrival with a most memorable Young Willow gift. All the best treasures for celebrating babies, deserving mums and toddlers too. Carefully crated gift boxes that take the stress out of gifting. Designed to add to the recipient’s unboxing experience, the artistic interior compliments the layers of love they thoughtfully package within.

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