Decorate, play and learn… Designed and made in Fance by Mimi’lou, this large world map wall sticker comes with removable smaller stickers featuring the names of capital cities, flags, animals and symbols from each country – the kids can add them to the map as they learn and explore the world! Available now at Little Living.




We were so excited to discover this fun and stylish French range of wall stickers earlier this year; and we have been counting down the days to its arrival! So without further ado (and before I stick them all over my own children’s rooms)… ladies and gentlemen – direct from Paris – our new “bonne nuit” glow-in-the-dark wall stickers!


The details: The 1 metre long wall sticker adheres easily to any smooth surface. Application is straightforward and the sticker is easily removed if necessary. Choose a spot near a window or light so it can recharge during the day, to keep your little one company in the night.  Stocks are limited, for more details click here.



Shared bedrooms are fun and there are so many ways to make them work for 2 or more children. We’ve compiled a selection of gorgeous shared spaces on our Pinterest page – check them out for some fresh ideas and inspiration. Our tip – if your kids are old enough get them involved in decorating, zoning and organising their space. You might be pleasantly surprised at the ideas they come up with! We’d love to see your shared spaces – email us your pics.

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Baby A’s nursery is a mixture of old and new, revamped and up cycled as well as new pieces found just for her. As we didn’t know if she was a girl or boy we started with black, white and grey as the base and the dusty pink came after she was born. The cot and change table are hand me downs from her brothers, the cupboard was found in a once-in-a-lifetime chuck-out day in Sydney several years ago, and painted white. We also added shelves and hanging racks inside to suit baby sized clothes and paraphernalia. The cute and kid-friendly Babushka toy box is Mor Stor from Little Living.

About the room…

Baby A isn’t quite up to playing dolls yet so we use a little dolls bed to house some of her books for now.

We store her beads and clips in a small glass vase, which makes it quick and easy to see what’s what.

I framed a card from a special friend received when baby A was born. It says “Lovely little mini person”. And that she is.

I put a small clear 3M hook under the decal on the wall and change the clothes when I want to add some more colour in the room. Little Living has divine Love Mae fabric tree stickers similar to this, if you like this idea.

The lace is a close up of a Christening gown which was gifted to baby A from her great Grandmother. It is hand made and has been worn by 5 generations of babies including baby A!

 

We’ll pop up a “get the look” in the shop so you can see some of the smaller things we love and where they are from.

Photographs Copyright Leonie Keough, Snowgum Studio



Groovy, bright and good for the earth, Lunchskins are made from cotton with a BPA and lead free Polyurethane liner. These handy snack packs are grease and moisture proof and best of all they go straight into the dishwasher or washing machine for cleaning.  Say goodbye to plastic wrap – and hello to Lunchskins; the perfect lunch transportation system!

Available in snack, sandwich and sub sizes and various patterns and colours – you and your kids will love these!



We recently introduced the new Ollie & Lime linen collection featuring 3 chic colours; orange, lime green and pink. Would they look great in your home? To celebrate the launch of the new collection, we are giving away a brand new set of Ollie & Lime cot linen including a flat sheet, fitted sheet and light coverlet. You may choose either a standard cot set or a Leander cot set. Valued at $199.95.

To enter:

1. Head over to our Facebook page and like us :-)

2. Then simply tell us why you’d love a cot set of Ollie & Lime linen and email us at contactus@littleliving.com.au along with your full name and address and which colour (pink, green or orange) and style (Leander or standard cot) you would like by Friday 27th of May, 2012.


Terms & Conditions: Competition is open to Australian residents only. 1 winner will receive a cot sheet set in their choice of colour and style valued at $199.95. Shipping to the winner’s postal address is included. Competition closes midnight Friday 27th of May, 2012. This is not a chance draw, the winner is the most creative answer. The judges decision is final. The winner will be notified via Facebook and email.



There’s something lovely and comforting about having real, paper books in your home. They add warmth and texture and are so nice to hold and look at. These are some of my personal favourite child and family-focussed decorating books; I’ve sourced them for the shop so you can enjoy them too. You’ll find lots of beautiful images, ideas, how to’s and DIY’s.

Decorating doesn’t have to be daunting. Find a style which suits you and your lifestyle and work with what you have, make things, source key items you absolutely love, throw out what you don’t need or love and just enjoy your home. Have a lovely weekend x

Big book of small cool spaces, by Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan

Room for Children, by Susanna Salk

Babies Rooms 0-3yrs, by Judith Wilson


This room tour caught our eye today – it features our popular Leander cot/toddler bed. Jasper is one lucky little guy and it’s no wonder he has such a stylish room – his Mum writes the blog Urban Kaleidoscope which features stories and some stunning images from her travels and interior decorating endeavours.

Tour via apartment therapy




This has to be one of the sweetest cardboard kitchens I’ve seen. The white cardboard makes all the difference and the coloured door seriously bumps up the cute-factor. If you’d like to make your own check out the tutorial and other project ideas on this crafty blog Kinderpendent which will make you want to set up a craft box and take up finger knitting again. Have a great weekend xx



Written by Mimi King, illustrated by Lindy Longhurst, this lovely picture book tells the story of Molly, a sweet little girl, who falls ill. Unknowingly she comes to rely on the help of her doting animal friends who seek out a medicine to make her better. The medicine comes from a flower which grows on the side of a nearby cliff. The animals, one by one, try to get it – but it is the bird – quietly in the background of each and every scene, who reaches the flower to help Molly get better.
The illustrations, by Australian Artist Lindy Longhurst, flow hand in hand with the sweet story and are enchanting in their vibrancy and rich texture.
A Little Birdie Told Me $24.95 is a limited edition publication. The first 5 copies sold via Little Living will be personally signed by the author Mimi King. BUY IT NOW!