Wonderfully nautical

There is something very appealing about all things nautical. I love the crisp, clean colours of nautical decor teamed with gorgeous timber furniture. If, like me, you yearn for a house on the water, and your ideal holiday is one spent on the coast somewhere - then perhaps browsing around www.nautical-living.co.uk will tantalise your senses! Although based in the UK, they have a wonderful collection of homewares for any of the rooms in your house (see images above for a sample). Perfect for boy's bedrooms, the nautical colours/theme is a very masculine look which can grow with them as they grow older.

Take a look at www.nautical-living.co.uk and gain some inspiration for your nautical decorating style. Of course, we have the perfect lampshades to coordinate with the nautical room!

Sorry for my absence!!

I must apologise for my lack of blogging lately! Life has a way of throwing curve balls at us, and we received one not long ago (15 weeks ago to be exact!). My lovely family of four, is now going to be a family of five! To say it took us by surprise is an understatement, however we are blessed to be having another baby (if you overlook the sleepless nights, cracked nipples, etc etc LOL).

So, my lack of blogging has been due to a lack of energy/inspiration - all due to the dreaded morning sickness which has beseiged my life! All my last reserves of energy have been going into completing my orders and running my business and my family.

At 15 weeks I am hopeful to be getting back to 'normal' soon, despite my expanding belly and everything else!!

Does anyone have a cot, pram, car seat, change table, etc etc - we had generously given all our's away to expectant friends! Ha, ha - ah life, ya gotta love it!

The gorgeous "Noonie" by Lala's Pequenos

Since its launch, the "Noonie" has been a big hit, receiving a great response from new mums everywhere! It is easy to see why. Made from the softest organic fabrics, lined with soft organic sherpa - the Noonie was designed to create a perfectly cosy environment for a baby.

Not designed to be slept in, but to be used perhaps after a bath, whilst feeding, or out and about. It is one of those lovely products, one which makes those of us who think we are finished with babies wistfully want to hold another one in our arms!

Made in America by Lala (mum of two), the Noonie is available on Etsy or you can visit their website www.lalaspequenos.com

Smiling Planet - promoting peace

In this day and age, where the world can seem quite mad, and there are constant threats around, we need to stop and listen to the simple messages when we come across them. Smiling Planet is one of those little companies that just make you happy with their great products which come with lovely messages. This eco-friendly, mankind friendly business make wonderful earth friendly products for kids, with cute slogans that don't preach, just remind.

I love their t-shirts which state "all the world is wonder full, let's make her smile" featuring an illustrated chain of friendly people and critters around the globe.

Their earth friendly plates contain no BPA, no phthalates, no lead and no toxic inks. Perfect for feeding our precious little earthlings from. They all have cute slogans, my favourite being "make your mother happy" even though they are probably referring to Mother Earth, I'll take all the help I can at meal times!

Smiling Planet have an admirable business concept, with a peaceful, responsible approach to the earth and those who inhabit it. I am no 'greenie' by any stretch, but was moved by this business and its products, and highly recommend you visit their website also! Using their products helps us all in the end, and isn't that what humanity should be about?

R.I.P. old website

We've been hacked by 'trojans', battered by 'bots', invaded by 'viruses', which have finally brought us down. Sadly, I must bid farewell to my first, my original Little Light House website. I feel a sense of loss, as we have weathered the trials and tribulations of small business together, coming out triumphant more often than not. Good-bye my faithful friend....

And hello my newest addition!! Coming very soon a slick, new, improved version of the old favourite - I hope you will like it, and forgive it any glitches as it settles in to life in the 'fast' lane!

Have a great day!

Sue

Donna Hay - hey hey!!

Little Living is a staunch supporter of Little Light House and our gorgeous products! So much so they used our lovely lampshades as the hero product for their ad in Donna Hay's Kids' Magazine, which went on sale a couple of months ago.

Now I adore Donna Hay's recipes, so I was going to buy the mag anyway. But this ad was extra incentive, it was very exciting to see my 'babies' in this magazine when I bought it. A huge thanks to Little Living for their ongoing support, their website www.littleliving.com.au is well worth a visit when you are looking for something special for the little people in your life.

I urge you all to rush out and buy your copy of the magazine as the "Polka Dot Brownie Cupcakes" on the inside back cover are to die for!!

Dobbin and Drum - Brisbane Toy makers!

Dobbin and Drum are a Brisbane based, family-run creative force, whose beautiful range of Teepees, Hobby Horses, Drums, etc are proudly designed and made with "soul and substance". Their aim is to stimulate the imaginations of our children by offering products which inspire creative play and laughter. I think we all played cowboys and indians in our backyards as kids, hours of endless fun, providing lasting memories of the good times shared with siblings and neighbourhood friends.

Dobbin and Drum are committed to responsible use of the world's resources, because they believe the future of our kids and the environment really does matter. They use natural fibres, robust construction, and pleasing appearances to make their products last the generations.

Visit their website at www.dobbinanddrumtoys.com for a closer look at the delights within. All their products come in a wonderful range of colours and styles, with optional extras - well worth a good look around!