All it takes is COURAGE

What some women have with shoes I have with posters. I have a wide variety of posters in my house. Both on the kids rooms, in our bedroom and in the living room. I have so many that they are overlayed in their frames and every now and than I put another one in front. Here's the thing... This poster has been on my mind for quite some time now. I really like the 'pep talk' you can find in the different posters of I LOVE MY TYPE. And this 'courage' one is my favorite and a 'just be you' for my boys room. And as you can see in the pictures by I love my type they suit every interior.

This is a cactus that happily combines with my toddler

Did you fill up your home with a cactus last year? I was tempted but aside from a few really small ones from IKEA I resisted. Too worried that I would end up hurting my adventurous exploring toddler son. Visiting the website of Sydney based prop buyer and interior stylist Briar Stanley I came across this post with these prints of paintings. They are by Art and People from Brooklyn USA and you can find them on Etsy. Now those are cacti I can happily combine with my wandering toddler at a very friendly price. 

Be original!

I have a major thing for posters. Guess I have about twenty that I keep in seven frames (they're layered). And every so often I change the one that get's to see the glass and I get to look at. But my interest is shifting. I feel a need to be a bit more original. I never thought I would say this let alone share it with the world. I'm starting to like these dreamcatchers I spot online. Not you're average with heavy feathers but like this Beci Oprin one from Urban Outfitters. Another thing I spot that will take me some more time to grow into are the woven wall hangings. This is a rather heavy one by Cold Picnic, also available via Urban Outfitters.

In my own backyard… the Bloesem creative space

All images by Bloesem blogs found on Pinterest

So far me not visiting the new Bloesem creative space in Singapore has not been a matter of no interest but absolutely a matter of lack of time. And by the looks of it it will soon be a matter of budget. As soon as I step into her shop I'll be lost and have to buy some of the items of designers we both adore like Fine Little Day, Keecie, Darling Clementine, Jurianne Matter, and so many more. I am also curious about her own hand woven pillows (image 1) as it seems she is using amazing colors. 

I feel fortunate living in Singapore and being able to visit her shop and enjoy her signature style and atmosphere. Must really shift into gear and make sure I go there in the next few days. Keep and eye on Instagram as I'll surely post images when I'm there. 

I love a good sale

Sometimes I wish I was at a place where it was a little bit colder. Like when the SALE starts at Mini Rodini. Love their SKI TEE, the Star sweatpant and the biker zip hoodie. And the funny thing is that here in Singapore all stores are filled with warm winter clothes.
On Boxing day many of the sales begin and you can really find some good deals around. Next year we'll have 'ceremonial' presents under the tree and a shopping spree on boxing day! You can bring me all over the world but being Dutch I still love a good bargain.

Meet HOME-WORK (in the making)

There will be a new kid on the block in Australia, HOME-WORK. Beautiful products of fabrics designed by Lara Davies and Jess Wright and all printed and produced in Melbourne Australia. Personally I totally fell in love with their 'Scrarabian Nights' pillowcases and the gold foil toilet bag.
In order to not take to much risk in with this new venture Lara and Jess had opened an account on Pozible, a crowdfunding creativity site. You could place your pre-orders of your favorites products. This would guarantee them quick payments to their suppliers and a way to fund the expensive start up costs of printing. A great idea as not only do you create funding, you also create a buzz and a group of ambassadors for your new brand.
As production is in full swing at the moment all we can do is sign up for the newletter, follow on Instagram for behind the scenes photos and WAIT.

PART TWO - HELLO WORLD some of our favorites for your kids

It's time for part TWO. Hopefully by the time we get to Christmas I've managed to do FOUR and we'll call it my weekly advent (only sometimes Christmas as well as these posts has to come early otherwise you cannot get your shopping under the tree in time...). The thing we deal with phieuw!

1. clothes by Littlephant for Lindex (Sweden)
2. Cute and comfortable outfits for kids to wear at the Christmas table by Mothercare (UK & Sg)
3. So admire this success story from Freshly Picked. Make sure you get your kid some mocs. (USA)
4. Just launched... Zilverblauw wallpaper designed by my dear friend Anki. Check out her blog for more pictures and the Hexagonal design. (Netherlands)

PART ONE - HELLO WORLD all time favorites for your wishlist

Every year around Christmas I get asked what I would like for a present. Often I write down something that can only be bought online. Most of the times I don't get those things. Now that I live in Singapore any present needs to be shipped anyways. So I thought I might as well put down my HELLO WORLD all time favorites. After all, good design doesn't always have to come from your local shop. I've searched internationally and came up with some real gems.

Here's part ONE. Cause let's be honest... there are so many good things you can find online. I hope to be back with more later this week. Stay posted...

1. cushions DAN300 Group (Australia)
2. bunting and cushion by Place de Bleu (Denmark)
3. wool throws by Rosenbergh Cph (Denmark)
4. amazing posters with great messages by I love my type (Denmark)

< Please note that my HELLO WORLD favorites are no sponsored posts >

Let's get merry, I'm opening the season for Christmas

I know it's early to start talking about Christmas. But living in Singapore makes it a reality that you are well into the Christmas carols, decorations and sweets mid November. And there is no harm in getting organized and screening the web for the best presents. Even if they have to come from the other side of the world...
My sister bought this beanbag which made me curious about the rest of the products from this Australian brand. Mozi has a bit of an traditional English feel to me but with products that are just a little bit different. Combined with modern items they will stand out. Like the sailor and siren salt and pepper grinders. All and all they make cute Christmas presents and as we're still ahead of December there's time to ship it from Australia.

And there is also their vintage christmas collection. With very cute melamine plates, kids aprons and a wrapping paper book. Must admit I'm quite excited about that last one.

Double share... Isa Form

It's a double share as I've recently posted this image on the Kids blog. But just in case you forget to visit that site I had to make sure you wouldn't miss ISA FORM from Sweden. Posters, cushions, tea towels, trays... you'll find all sort of products you'll likely love as much as I do.

Be sure to place your order well in time for Christmas so that you can enjoy the JUL collection at home.

I like 'Ketchup on Everything'

THIS GIVE AWAY IS CLOSED, WINNER IS MIREILLE

When you translate making products that make people smile into putting Ketchup on everything than you know you're off to a good start. With that in mind Kay Vincent designs great products such as the egg & soldiers and drumming donkey melamine placemats, great animal greating cards and a animal alphabet that will give hours of entertainment. It's time to meet Rodeo Rabbit, Miming Monkey, Jolly Jelly Fish and Acrobatic Ant so we've arranged a nice give away for our readers. Go to print on the Ketchup on everything website to see the full print and if you love it just as much as I do just let us know below.

< give away closes Friday 15th of November >

DISCOUNT OTHER ITEMS

Kay has also generously given us a 20% discount code for our readers. So if you don't want to wait or have fallen for some of the other items start shopping using the code LEAVES. It runs until the 28th of November. 

Long distance decorations shopping

Vorig jaar woonde mijn zus nog in Brisbane Australië. Toen ik haar ging opzoeken was Country Road een van de vele fijne winkels die ik met haar bezocht. Als je de winkel binnen loopt is het in eerste instantie een kleding winkel. Dat ze zoveel geweldige woonaccessoires hebben was me daar nog niet eens goed opgevallen. Dat wat van ver komt en onbereikbaar is maakt meestal extra hebberig. Goed nieuws! Country Road levert naar veel verschillende landen waaronder ook Nederland en Singapore.
Last year my sister was still living in Brisbane Australia. When visiting her we went to several nice stores and Country Road was one of them. Entering the store the first impression is more of a fashion shop than interior. Whatever comes from abroad and seems out of reach most of the times makes extra desirable. Good news! Country Road does international delivery to many countries amongst which the Netherlands and Singapore.

Hoe slapen de Vikingen anno 2013?

Lilleba... Op instagram gespot bij een lief klein kindje. En bij het online bekijken van de collectie van dit Noorse merk zie ik dat er ook aan het nacht gewaad van stoere Vikingen is gedacht. Voor de volledigheid... ook aan de vrouwen is gedacht. Allen ontworpen met aandacht voor materiaal, vorm en functie en voorzien van fijne prints. Zoek ook je favorieten bij de webwinkel.

Lilleba... A brand I spotted on Instagram on a little baby boy. When looking the collection of this Norwegian brand up online I see there are also a line for strong Viking like men. Oh and to be complete... also for women. All designed with great attention for material, shape and function and in beautiful Nordic prints. Find your own favorites in their online shop.

Jurianne Matter goes black and white for VT wonen

Wauw wat een fantastische display van mooie items door Jurianne Matter. Een Nederlandse ontwerpster van papieren items. Deze zwart/wit lijn is speciaal voor VT Wonen ontworpen en via de online shop van VT Wonen te koop.
Wow what a great display of beautiful items by Jurianne Matter. She is a Dutch designer of paper items. This black and white edition is designed specially for the Dutch interior magazine VT Wonen. You can purchase it in their online shop.

Thank you Irene from Bloesem Blog for the inspiration.

You know more than you think you do

De eerste keer dat ik PINTEREST leerde kennen kwam ik heel veel leuke typografie posters tegen. Deze van Anthony Burrill kende ik echter nog niet dus dank je Vlinspiratie voor de inspiratie. De grijs/zwarte combinatie zou geweldig staan in ons huis en ik hou van de positieve teksten.  

When I first discovered PINTEREST I came across many nice typography posters. This one by Anthony Burrill was new to me so thank you Vlinspiratie for the inspiration. I love the grey/black color combination and the positive message.

Don't miss this on our KIDS blog

On our Lille Lykke KIDS blog today: one of many cute leggings by House of Mia styled with the cute moccasins by Freshly Picked.

Scandinavian style in Australia

Dit is het huis van Australische stylist Simone Haag. Ik volg haar op Instagram en het is dan ook heel leuk zo'n mooie foto's van haar op diverse sites tegen te komen. Ik bleef hangen omwille van de 'For Like Ever' poster. Wil al een tijdje zo'n mooie poster en hoop er ook eentje mee te nemen naar Singapore. Meer zien van Simone Haag, kijk eens op haar inspirerende blog of volg haar ook op Instagram.
This is the home of Australian stylist Simone Haag. I have been following her on Instagram for a while now and it's nice to come across so many of her images at several sites. I stuck to this one because of the 'For Live Ever' poster in the background. Have got my eye on this poster for a while now and hope to be able to take one to Singapore with me. Curious to see more work of Simone Haag, check out her blog and become a follower on Instagram.

Nieuwe patronen bij Brita Sweden

Brita Sweden ontwerpt en produceert hoge kwaliteit plastic kleden en dekens. Zelf ben ik met name gevallen voor de kleden. Ze zijn stevig, met vrolijke patronen en frisse contrasterende kleuren. Ik ken het merk al een tijdje en dit keer ben ik ook zeer blij verrast met de fotografie. Mooie styling en geweldig gebruik van kleur. De gele thonet stoelen, de lichtblauwe trap en de zwarte muur tegenover een witte vloer. Ik krijg jeuk aan mijn vingers om de verfkwast op te pakken. 

De producten van Brita Sweden zijn nog niet verkrijgbaar bij Nederlandse retailers maar daar komt vast spoedig verandering in. Ze laten zich namelijk vertegenwoordigen door Nordic Child. Kan je niet wachten... kijk dan eens op de website van Brita Sweden voor de resellers. Er staan voldoende webshops bij die ook leveren in Nederland.  

Brita Sweden is a brand that designs and produces high quality plastic rugs and blankets. I specially like the rugs as they are sturdy, in playful designs and bright contrasting colors. This time I've also fallen in love with their images. Great styling and use of colors. The yellow thonet chairs, the light blue painted wooden stairs and the painted black wall against a white floor. I so feel like picking up the paintbrush now. 

The Brita Sweden products are not sold in the Netherlands yet but this will soon change as Nordic Child is the new agent for this brand. And if you can't wait... look at the list of resellers on the Brita Sweden website to find some webshops that do ship to the Netherlands.

HOME COLLECTION at Mini Rodini

Ik ben fan van Mini Rodini. Moet eerlijk zeggen dat ik veel van de meisjes prints mooier vind dan de jongens prints maar bijvoorbeeld deze vissen vond ik als t-shirt al geweldig. En nu is er fantastisch nieuws... er komt een HOME COLLECTION. Wel alleen te krijgen bij de online shop en bij eigen Mini Rodini winkels maar dat mag de pret niet drukken. Ze leveren tenslotte internationaal!
I'm a fan of Mini Rodini. Must be honest there are more girly prints I'm excited about than the boy prints. Not easy for an all boys mum. I'm over the moon happy with the announcement of a new development at Mini Rodini: a HOME COLLECTION. First up are bedding articles available at the online shop and the Mini Rodini flagship stores. Not to worry... the webshop delivers internationally so we can all order.

The new IKONIK range by Darling Clementine

Prachtige nieuwe producten gespot bij Darling Clementine. Met deze IKONIK collectie hebben ze hun papieren en tray producten verder uitgebreid met toilet tassen in diverse maten. De IKONIK producten zijn nog niet leverbaar maar je kunt ze wel alvast vooruit bestellen in de webwinkel van Darling Clementine.
Beautiful new designs spotted on the site of Darling Clementine. With this IKONIK collection they're taken their product range a step further from paper and trays to different sizes wash bags. The products are soon available and can be pre ordered in the Darling Clementine webshop.