Showing posts with label painting. Show all posts
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Friday, 26 April 2013

Fashion Prince

There's so much choice nowadays for kids' fashion with miniature versions of just about everything adults can buy as well as some cute things us grown ups couldn't get away with. Emma's grandson Cameron is definitely a mini trendsetter and is always rocking an amazing outfit. So today we thought we'd bring you a few of his favourite items - not just the clothes but also his favourite activities, teddies and shoes!


 This is Cameron on his favourite rocking horse with his Gruffalo outfit on!


 With his certificate from the Teddy Bear Factory.


 This is one of his favourite toys - he loves playing shops although his doesn't sell cool vintage clothes like his nanny's does! It was from John Lewis and costs £49.99.


How cute are these new Converse?!


Cameron was really excited to grow his own flower - this pack was from John Lewis and cost just £5.99.


His favourite cup featuring the characters from the children's book The Gruffalo.


Cameron's absolute favourite thing to do is painting - he'd spent all day getting messy if he was allowed to!





Cameron's new Trunki backpack - he was super excited to have this for his swimming lessons. How cool does it look? It costs £19.99.


He's so hot on his fashion and always enjoys rocking the latest trends! This t-shirt and hat are both from H&M.


How cute is this little sock monkey? Cameron has named his Stripey!


Hunters are THE wellies to be seen in and these mini versions are ever cooler! Cameron loves it when it rains so he can pop on his wellies and splash in all the puddles. These were £34.99 from Office.


Freddie and Ralph go everywhere with Cameron - they're his favourite teddies and were both from the Teddy Bear Factory.


How cool is this t-shirt? It's from River Island and is a bargain at £8.


These are just the funkiest little trainers ever! They're from H&M and Cameron loves them. We love them too - do they come in our size?!

H & E x

Wednesday, 6 March 2013

Worn out furniture Wednesday: overhauling your cabinet

Emma's been getting all creative and turning some plain old cabinets into some really special pieces! It's really cost effective to consider DIY rather than seeking out a sometimes pricey vintage or vintage inspired option. Plus it means you will get exactly the furniture you want without having to compromise on style, colour or finish - it's a win win all round plus it gives you an exciting project to plan which won't take up all your time but will give you a finished product which can stand in pride of place in your room of choice!


This was the original cabinet which was purchased for £5 at a second hand shop.


You will need:
- Small sample paint pots (these were £2.99 from Homebase)
- Clear varnish (this pot was £7.99)
- Sandpaper


Step one: clean the unit with soapy water then gently sand it down.

Step two: paint it twice, leaving to dry between each coat.

Step three: add a coat of clear varnish which will protect it from chipping.

Step four: sand down the edges and the feet to give it that shabby chic vintage feel!



H & E x