Some baby wants and not baby needs (from Etsy)

Baby cocoon by karenswimmer

First up on my things to buy is this cocoon with pixie style hat.

A nice alternative to baby sleeping blankets. My little tyke is a big wriggler so I like to think he would be easier to settle in something more womb-like such as this. Check out their store for other goodies as the shop seems to be run by a very dedicated, loving and crafty mother.

$32/£20







'Crying is for babies' poster from the Subliminal baby range. sycamorestreetpress @ Etsy.

Letterpressed, original prints, great for the nursery. Other items from the range include 'You are getting sleepy' and 'eating off the floor never ends well'. Here's hoping they rub off.

Reasonable at $35/£22 each.




Gorilla cloth nappy soaker by thesittingtree.

Other than cloth/reuseable nappies being ecologically and economically friendly you also get the opportunity to buy stylish unique items that are cherishable, a strange prospect when one thinks of what will soon be in the item of clothing, nevertheless I think they are cute, a must have for those who are cut out for washable nappies.

$18/£11






3x Pom features by pomtree

The latest interior fad; pom poms!

Great for the nursery as an alternative to mobiles. Either way sure to catch babies eye whilst brightening up the room.

Pick your own colours here.

Three for an absolute steal at $11/£7

Bless this mess onsie from Friendsagain @ etsy

Cute unisex babygrow vest with vintage twee cross-stitch font screenprinted by hand.

A steal at $15, approx £9.










paw print baby moks by scandeez @ etsy.

Beautiful leather shoesies, it is a shame they wouldn't be used for long as you can tell from the photographs they are really delicately crafted, furthermore making you hope that your littleun stops growing.

$30/£19









A-Z Animal print by boldandnoble

Teach your child their ABC's with this educational art by the wonderful and talented Boldandnoble.

he handscreened print depicts a silhouette of 23 animals corresponding to the alphabet, giving opportunity to learn how these letters make sounds as well as a broader vocabulary of animals.

$67/£43







Wooden toy train by asummerafternoon

A timeless classic toy handcrafted in organic wood. Comes with four cars as standard. Chunky and sturdy in design. Would be great as a hand-me-down for generations to come. Beautiful.

Under priced at $50/£30









'Jeannie' knitted plush by theweaverbirdie

Charming handcrafted toy made with cuddly wool.

This one of a kind puppy comes with a free pouch.

Check out the shop for more designs.

$21/£12

DIY idea!

Found this little picture, thought some of you may like to see it as it would be perfect for a mobile that is non gender specfic. Also, fish are whey under-rated!


Im doing something a bit diferent but am using very similar methods, will post when completed.

I'm feeling clucky and nesty...

I want to start making something for the new arrival but my knitting skills leave a lot to be desired. Something fabricy and cosy, something for the cot or to be wrapped up . Saying that, I have always wanted a mobile of the solar system hung over the cot or something, the way I envisioned it, it would look amazing.
I am just fearful that whatever I make I am somehow constructing my child's identity absent mindedly...
Ummm maybe because it is 'my child' I am over thinking the basic of tasks.
A couple of years ago I made an embroidered baby-grow for my Godson, something like this is always nice to get everyone gooey and excited. But in our case, me and Richard do not want to know the sex until the child is born, not to mention we are not 100% on names as of yet. Also, things are always simpler for other people (and people's children!).
This is me and little Brodie in 2008, was just 11 days old when this was taken. Still as pink as a beetroot. Bless.