Childhood dreams INTERIORS FOR CHILDREN - SØSTRENE GRENE 2018
AVAILABLE FO R SAL E F ROM T HU RS DAY, 8 F EBRU A RY 2018
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Little children – big dreams When little Hilmer visits his Aunt Anna and Aunt Clara, he has his own bedroom, which is beautifully decorated for young children with lively imaginations. This is where he spends countless hours a day, happily immersed in his games and play. Every evening before Hilmer goes to sleep, Anna and Clara take it in turns to tell him stories about happy animals which inhabit his wonderful dreams. “Even though you are only a little boy, Hilmer, you should always have big dreams,” says Clara one evening, while Hilmer, with heavy eyelids, listens intensely. This is how Clara usually starts off her stories, about the friendly fox, the intrepid rabbit and all the other small creatures that each have their own big dreams and aspirations. New interior products for children Anna and Clara love designing for children, which is why the two sisters have decided to create an entirely new category with interior products for the little ones. In future therefore, you will be able to find new interior products for children’s bedrooms and play areas throughout the year at Søstrene Grene. It is already possible to view the extensive spring selection. Please explore the catalogue, where beautiful, hand-drawn illustrations, enchanting colours and dreamy animals invite you in to a wonderful world of play. Find inspiration on how to decorate your child’s bedroom with a charming tepee, animal-shaped night lights, pretty wall stickers, a delicate bedstead canopy and much, much more.
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The products shown here will be available in Søstrene Grene stores from Thursday, 8 February 2018. All products will be sold while stocks last.
Growth chart wall sticker
Sometimes it is difficult to keep track of how fast children grow, if you ask Clara. Therefore, the sisters have created some beautiful growth chart wall stickers to help you see how quickly your child is growing. Available in two designs. Price per sheet
ÂŁ3.44
A C H I L D ’ S B E D R O O M S H O U L D B E A H A V E N F O R H A P P Y P L AY. T H E R E F O R E , A N N A R E C O M M E N D S T H AT Y O U A R E G E N E R O U S W I T H C O L O U R W H E N D E C O R AT I N G A N D F U R N I S H I N G , S O T H AT Y O U R C H I L D ’ S I M A G I N AT I O N C A N R U N F R E E .
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Animal-shaped cushion
made of 100% pure cotton. The cushion can be played with in the same way as the teddy bears in the room, according to the sisters. Available in three designs: zebra, bear and polar bear. Price per item
£4.76
Door sign
with text and image on both sides. “Now the little ones can play by themselves in peace and quiet without being interrupted by their parents,” says Anna with a smile. Available in four designs. Price per item
£1.92
Storage boxes
on wheels are perfect for storing books and toys. They will make it much easier for you and your child to move things round each day. Price per item from
£11.84
Night light
for gently lighting up the dark so your child sleeps soundly. Clara’s personal favourite is this little bunny rabbit, but the lamp is also available as a polar bear. Includes three AG3 batteries. Price per item
£3.84
Practical tip from Clara
Boxes are ideal for storing small items in your child’s bedroom, as they are light and easy to stack. The boxes are available in 12 different sizes and four designs, which can be combined as you wish.
Quilted play blanket
with motifs on both sides, so the blanket can be turned over – depending on your mood and preference. Available in three designs. Made of 100% pure cotton. Price per item
£15.54
Bedstead canopy
for cosy play corners, where your children can amuse themselves happily for hours. Available in two colours. Price per item
ÂŁ36.90
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T R E AT Y O U R D E A R C H I L D R E N T O A B E D R O O M D E C O R AT E D I N B R I G H T A N D C H E E R F U L C O L O U R S . I F Y O U A S K T H E S I S T E R S , I T I S I M P O R TA N T T H AT YOUR CHILD’S BEDROOM EXUDES WARMTH AND CHARM, AND THEN IT W I L L B E A H AV E N F O R F U N A N D Q U I E T I N T R O S P E C T I O N .
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Coat rack
with charming animal designs. Anna suggests that you fit the rack at child height so children can use it too. Available in three designs: zebra, rabbit and bear. Price per item
£3.84
Cushion
for children and the young at heart. Square cushions can easily be combined with the animal-shaped cushions, in Anna’s view. Available in four designs. Made of 100% pure cotton. Price per item
Night light
shaped like a sweet polar bear. “Let the polar bear help your child feel safe and secure when it is time to go to sleep,” smiles Anna. Includes three AG3 batteries. Price per item
£3.84
£4.76
Bedstead canopy
in delicate, pale hues. AÂ graceful detail that creates an embracing sense of cosiness when it is time to sleep.
Price per item
ÂŁ36.90
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Tepee
for your child’s bedroom. Assemble the tepee, and set the stage for hours of fun and games. Available in three designs. Price per item
£41.28
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Cushions
made of 100% pure cotton. Anna loves the way in which the colour yellow cheers up a room. Price per item
£4.76
Quilted play blankets
with exquisite prints of whimsical animals. According to Anna, the blankets are ideal for using with the tepee, so your child always has something soft to sit on. Available in three designs. Made of 100% pure cotton. Price per item
£15.54
The small window in the side of the tepee lets in a gentle light when the front is open or closed. Your darling children can play by themselves inside the tepee, or you can crawl in and join them – the tepee is 160 cm high, so there is plenty of space, if you ask Clara.
SWEET BEDTIME STORIES
Compose sweet goodnight stories for your children The sisters’ nephew Hilmer always wants to hear a bedtime story before going to sleep, so Anna and Clara take it in turns telling wonderful and enchanting tales. In fact, Anna even created a theatre, where her exquisite paper cut-outs come to life while accompanying the sisters’ storytelling. Learn how to make up your own bedtime stories with just a couple of tips from the two sisters. 1. Start by choosing a hero. For example, it could be the intrepid rabbit you can see slumped on the moon. You can also choose a helper, who will accompany the rabbit on its adventure. 2. Now, you need to find a mission, which the rabbit will set out to accomplish. Anna, for example, thinks that the intrepid rabbit is dreaming of becoming a sailor and exploring the world’s oceans. Perhaps the rabbit is even dreaming about becoming a pirate, but that is for you to decide. 3. However, it is never that easy to realise your dreams, so the rabbit will have to fight a bit for what it wants. Therefore, there has to be an opponent, perhaps a sly fox, and a giver, who at the end will give the rabbit what it has been striving to achieve. It could be a captain or a king, if you ask Anna. If you follow these three steps, you will then have a simple but effective storyline – and from there the sky is the limit. Perhaps involve your child in the composition, and then together you can create your own unique and wonderful bedtime story. Creative tip from Anna Make your own version of the theatre by following Anna’s instructions, which can be found in the video at www.sostrenegrene.com. In the video, she also shows where you can download and print off the templates for making the delightful, dreamy creatures. Download the templates and print them out at www.sostrenegrene.com #grenediy
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Growth chart stickers
for the wall. This delightful growth chart wall sticker turns measuring your growing child into a game, believes Anna. Available in two designs. Price per sheet
£3.44
Cushion
shaped like two dreaming polar bears. “So huggable,” as Anna says. Available in three designs. Made of 100% pure cotton. Price per item
£4.76
Creative tip from Anna
Place some green plants in your child’s room to provide some contrast for the bright colours.
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FIRST MOMENT CARDS
Note down and record your child’s first moments It is important to celebrate and remember your child’s first formative experiences. For this purpose, First moment cards are a wonderful aid which the sisters highly recommend. The idea is simple: The first time your child smiles, walks or something else entirely different, you write the details on the cards, which are naturally FSC-certified. You can choose to take a photograph of your child holding the card, or just make a note about the important day. Hand-drawn illustrations The front of each card features a hand-drawn illustration, which indicates exactly what your child has achieved. The delicate colours combined with Anna’s simple line drawings create a lovely contrast on every single card. Space for notes Anna has made sure there is space on the back of each card to write a short note. It does not need to be a long account, but one day you will appreciate what you have written about the special thing that happened that day.
First moment cards Price per pack of 28 cards
£3.94
D O N O T F O R G E T T O B E C R E AT I V E W H E N D E C O R AT I N G Y O U R C H I L D ’ S B E D R O O M . S E E A N N A’ S H O M E M A D E B U N T I N G , W H I C H Y O U C A N M A K E Y O U R S E L F TOGETHER WITH YOUR CHILDREN.
Creative tip from Anna
Using a little bit of satin ribbon and ordinary photocopying paper, you can create the charming lengths of bunting yourself. Download and print Anna’s template from www.sostrenegrene.com #grenediy 22
Wooden storage boxes
Keep your child’s toys in these attractive FSC-labelled boxes with colourful lids. Available in four designs. Price per item from
ÂŁ3.98
Coat hook
for hanging clothes and other items. Available in five designs: snail, whale, penguin and two rabbits. Price per item
£1.92
Remember the walls when decorating your child’s playroom or bedroom. By using the vertical surfaces, you can add several delightful details that will lend grace and charm to the room.
Rug
made of 100% pure cotton. “A rug on the floor will ensure that small feet do not get cold,” says Clara. Available in four designs. Price per item
£5.32
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Self-adhesive mirror
shaped like a whale, cloud, moon or penguin. A lovely and enchanting detail for little ones who love to dream, in Anna’s view. Price per item
£5.17
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Decorative shelves made of metal
Stimulate your child’s senses by hanging up these colourful, animal-shaped shelves. When your child asks, you can tell him or her what sort of animal it is – a snail, a whale or a rabbit. Price per item
ÂŁ3.99
Bamboo tableware
with whimsical animal motifs which make it fun to eat, according to the sisters. Bamboo is an attractive alternative to plastic, and it is even dishwasher-safe. Price per item from
ÂŁ1.98
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B R E A K FA S T I D E A S
Healthy and nutritious breakfast smoothie A wonderful day starts with a healthy and solid breakfast – which is neither difficult nor time-consuming to prepare, if you ask Anna. Therefore, she often starts the day with a morning smoothie made with organic fruit. The beautiful, natural colours of the fruit make these smoothies fun to drink, and they are therefore perfect for children and adults who want a healthy and nutritious start to the day. Ingredients One handful of strawberries, quartered One banana, sliced Four tablespoons of Greek yoghurt 200 ml of milk 1. Quarter the strawberries and slice the banana. It is a good idea to prepare the fruit at the weekend or when you have plenty of time, so you are not rushed off your feet in the morning. The fruit can easily be stored in the freezer, although Anna and Clara suggest you do not keep them there for too long. 2. Tip the fruit, Greek yoghurt and the milk into the blender, and whizz. However, halve the amount of milk if you prefer a thicker consistency. Now all you have to do is serve your smoothie, either in cups or bowls, whichever you prefer. For the sake of variety, you can also make smoothies using different fruit combinations. The sisters, for example, recommend the following: • Three kiwi fruits, quartered, and one banana, sliced. • One mango and two slices of pineapple, diced. The sisters wish you a wonderful and cosy start to the day with your darling children.
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Place mat
for the little ones at the table. “The matt surfaces are easy to wipe clean,” says Clara, who appreciates practical solutions in her daily life. Available in three designs. Price per item
£0.59
Creative tip from Anna
Serve your morning smoothie in a bowl with oat flakes and freezedried berries. “Tasty and extremely appetising,” as Anna says.
Product overview The items will be available for sale from Thursday 8 February 2018. All items will be available for sale only while stocks last.*
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Plate
Bowl
Cup
Place mat
Available in three designs. Dia: 18,6 cm.
Available in three designs. Dia: 13 cm.
Available in three designs. 8 cm.
Available in three designs. 42x29 cm.
Price per item
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£3.28
£2.59
£1.98
£0.59
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25677
25923
Hanger
Frame
Night light
Available in six colours.
A4/A3
Available in two designs. 8x10/10x6,5 cm.
Price per item
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£0.94
£5.90
£3.84
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25923
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Storage bag
Wall stickers
Rug
Available in four designs. 40 cm.
Available in two designs.
Available in four designs. 50x80 cm.
Price per item
Price per sheet
Price per item
£8.66
£3.44
£5.32
25877 Cushion
25877 Cushion
25923 Bedstead canopy
Play blanket
Available in three designs.
Available in four designs. 40x40 cm.
Available in two colours. 180 cm.
Available in three designs. 100x100 cm.
Price per item
Price per item
Price per item
Price per item
£4.76
£4.76
£36.90
£15.54
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25923
25923
25916
25923
Self-adhesive mirror
Decorative shelf
Coat rack
Coat hook
Available in four designs.
Available in three designs.
Available in three designs. 30 cm.
Available in five designs.
Price per item
Price per item
Price per item
Price per item
£5.17
£3.99
£3.84
£1.92
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Door sign
Box
Storage box
Storage box
Available in four designs. 9x24 cm.
Available in four designs and 12 sizes.
Available in four designs. 20x13x6/24x17x8 cm.
Available in four designs. 25x25x29/35x35x39 cm.
Price per item
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£1.92
£0.98
£3.98
£11.84
25661 Tepee Available in three designs. 120x120x160 cm. Price per item £41.28
*Recommended retail prices. Søstrene Grene reserves the right to correct misprints or price errors and adjust information in case of circumstances beyond control.
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M E E T T H E S I S T E R S O N L I N E , A N D K E E P U P W I T H T H E L AT E S T I N
The wonderful world of Anna and Clara S I S T E RL E T T E R If you would like to be among the first to know when Anna and Clara have something new to share about their collections and catalogues, then feel free to sign up for the Sisterletter. You can sign up for the Sisterletter at www.sostrenegrene.com
FA CE BO O K Anna shares new creative projects each week in the form of short DIY videos, in which the sisters invite you to join in. The sisters also present exciting new products and are always happy to answer any questions.
I N S TA G RA M If you would like to remain up to date on the latest products at Søstrene Grene, make sure to follow the sisters on Instagram. Each day, Anna and Clara share photos of their carefully selected new products. Keep an eye out for the sisters’ signature hashtags #grenediy and #grenehome.
YO U T U BE Do you enjoy watching Anna’s DIY videos? If so, the sisters recommend that you subscribe to Søstrene Grene’s YouTube channel, where all of their DIY videos can be found, and where two new videos are uploaded each week.
W W W. S OS T REN EG REN E. C OM
Concept, styling, text and layout by Søstrene Grene.
The products shown will be available in Søstrene Grene stores from
Winter/spring 2018 · Design by Søstrene Grene.
Photos by Anna Overholdt. Printed by CS Grafisk.
Thursday, 8 February 2018, and while stocks last.
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