TLM Monthly Edit

From handmade to holidays – check out these 7 ideas in this months May Edit.

Sas Rowan Designs

I love these bins from Sas Rowan Designs. They would make a gorgeous addition to a room or make a lovely present. What about a gift for Fathers Day? (Burgundy/Navy/Pheasants/Dogs etc) I have the flamingos on grey!  Sas also sells Tissue Boxes and Letter Rack Holders and she can add your name if you ask! Email her on sarah.leschallas@hotmail.co.uk or call on 07967 312 025

Needle & Thread

A contemporary British brand for every celebration. For those that are looking for a show stopper this summer, the dresses are beautiful and timeless.  Some of the dresses could also be worn as your wedding gown or bridesmaid dresses. STUNNING. And British!

Crosstown Donuts

Same day delivery + donuts = genius. These donuts are the donuts to end all donuts. A really simple and mouth watering website too. Order easily and eat quickly (no doubt) Perfect for a party!  Loving the Dulce De Leche donuts below and I love the sound of Matcha Tea with “Tongan vanilla bean glaze and smothered it over a matcha cake dough ring filled with a layer of matcha & white chocolate ganache, all finished with a white chocolate cross.”

Canvas Jet

Turn your Instagram photos into canvas prints for your wall! The USP of Canvas Print is that they will resize your photos for you, so you can send them in however low resolution they are. That’s my kind of service!

Holy Mama

Yoga retreats for mums in Ibiza, Andalucia and Morocco. Ommmm.  If only I could sort out a bit of childcare…

Georgina Ingles

If you need bespoke cushion covers, Georgina is your girl. Source the fabric, give her the dimensions and she will make exquisite cushions and bolsters for you.  She can make any size cushions, either with piping, trimmings, pom poms, reversible or just plain.  She is happy to do local (SW London) home visits to discuss fabric and help choose colours. Contact her at georgina_inglis@btinternet.com or call her on 07977 516 397

Body Connect

How is your pelvic floor? Take the 2 minute test to see if you pass and if not, there is plenty of help and advice in this fantastic website.

PS. Please have a peak at my new website www.tlmedit.com  Will tell you more later! xx

Wowsers, end of April already! Have lots of exciting products, classes and a fab holiday idea on this months edit that I have been looking forward to sharing with you. Thank you to all who send in ideas – I love receiving emails of all the new business that have started and also established ones that have a new angle too.  Take a look – there is something for everyone.

Bosco London

Hugo has always been passionate about the outdoors and, as a result, developed a keen interest in wildlife. From an early age he enjoyed handcrafting objects out of whatever natural material he could find and, over the years, developed a range of bespoke products including carving knives, fork sets, shaving kits, bottle openers, priests and walking sticks. It wasn’t until he started to experiment with some antelope horn from Africa that the idea for his lights was born and, subsequently, BOSCO London was founded. They are so stylish.

Vintage Toy Art

I love these box framed vintage toy frames, which would make a very cool addition to a child’s bedroom or toy room.  They would also be a great Christening present and as they are vintage won’t go out of date.

Diddi Dance

My kids have loved their Diddi Dance classes over the years and I currently go with my youngest on a Friday morning and she goes to my sons nursery each week too!  Gina is such a sweet and engaging teacher and I highly recommend them for children between 1-5.  They are nationwide and she is starting a new class in Chelsea where you are invited to trial it for free.  Cineworld, 142 Fulham Road, Chelsea, SW10 9QR on Thursday 5th May at either 9.30 or 10.30. Call her to book you and your little one in on 07426 009 179

Pampeano ‘British Flag’ Limited Edition’ Belt

This belt has been made in honour of the UK’s participation in the Olympic Games in Rio this summer. I will also be wearing mine throughout Euro 2016 (that’s what comes with having two boys). You can also have your initials embossed on it. Lots of other gorgeous designs and would make a lovely present.

Antlos

The ‘Airbnb of the sea.’ Chartering a yacht for your summer holidays from a number of European desintations has to be the epitome of luxury – just don’t tell me about it!

PacaPod Lewis Changing Bag

For any new mother or mother of a toddler and a baby this is a very practical bag. It switches from messenger to backpack and includes a 3-in-1 organiser with cool bag (feeder pod) and changer pod so you can compartmentalize all the ‘paraphernalia’ easily.

Claire’s Fur Gilets £75

I bought a navy blue gilet last month and have used it ALOT. It has been useful in the changeable weather and it is a flattering fit as it goes in at the waist and has a sturdy zip so you can do it up. It comes in beige, navy, black, grey and brown. Email her to order warmanclaire@googlemail.com

London’s Little Thinkers

This is a lovely website to sign up to. Started by Rebecca a teacher, her USP is that all her recommendations are educational. Sign up and enjoy gleaning from her expert knowledge!

Mush

A friend sent me an email entitled ‘Tinder for mums’  I am not sure that is entirely how they would like to be described but basically it is a social platform and app that you can download where you enter your postcode and ages of children and you are matched with similar mums in your areas. Easy to use and great fun and they may add ‘Nannies’ and ‘Dad’s’ in due course so watch this space.

Have a great Bank Holiday!

I love compiling my monthly edits of goodies that have bounded across my path. From the practical to the pretty, have a look at what’s in store for February.

Brox Rocks Jewellery

This is a relatively new jewellery brand that is worth a long peruse. I love their on trend jewellery. The star necklace – the silver and gold particularly – being a firm favourite. Prices are also exceptionally reasonable.

Kidzania Adults Evening 25th February

It may seem slightly odd to go to Kidzania without a child in tow, but I must say when I looked around, I wished I could make a show reel in the new Al Jazeera newsroom.  The bar area is rather smart too. Get in the zone and find your inner child.

Magic Lantern Festival at Chiswick House till 6th March

This is pretty impressive and rather different. A good idea for a Mothers Day outing too!

The Little Dish Family Cookbook £7

A cookbook that’s easy to prepare, the ingredients are already in your cupboard and the children will eat what you have cooked.  Bingo! The new Go Go biscuits in little packets are a healthy win too.

Swaying by Lucinda Blanchard £7.99

For those au fait with the subject of ‘swaying’ for your desired gender and in want of funny and easy read, this book by Lucinda Blanchard is for you.  I whipped through it in 3 nights – a perfect holiday read.

Drysure shoe and boot driers from £24.99

These Eco friendly boot and shoe driers require no heat, no electricity or batteries. Perfect for ski boots, a farmer, a runner – anyone who wants to dry their shoes – genius. A perfect present for the man (or woman) who has everything.

Christmas has crept up with no chance of compiling Christmas lists for our loved ones as it has been a mucky few months in terms of childcare (although things are now looking up – phew) so here is my December Edit with a few bits that I would have included had I done them!

A Mini Filled Christmas Stocking For Your Child’s Teddy or Doll £10

This is such a cute idea and all for a good cause too. Buy a stocking for your little one in either pink or green and leave it for their favourite teddy when they wake on Christmas morning. £2 goes to Refuge Crisis Appeal. Email Carina ministockings@gmail.com for more information.

Moonstruck £D Fiber Lashes Mascrara £23 Yoonique

Being a staunch mascara wearer, I was over excited to try this 3D mascara that would give you a false eye lash effect without the effort of ‘real’ false eyelashes. Eek. I am in love. I slightly look like I have a daddy long legs stuck to my eyes as it works SO well. (I think this is a good thing!)  Special wipes are included as once its on, it ain’t going anywhere. Perfect before a big night out!

Personalised Embroidered Basket £22 Edit 58

Personalised? Tick. Help keep things tidy? Tick. Original? Tick. Good value? Tick. Need I say more.

NB. And as the kids are on holidays, I don’t have time to say more, although I have really perfected one finger left hand typing whilst keeping tot at bay with right hand. But it takes longer than I would like!

Superhero Scootearz £12.99 Scooterearz

These keep little hands warm without the headache of looking for/misplacing /losing gloves each day, not to mention the effort to put them on the right way!

Leather Clutch Bag £30 Davina Mulford Millinery

This little combination would be a perfect gift for a sister in law or mother. Davina also sells beautiful fedora’s!

Character Embelished Skirt £15 Next

There are some high street shops that you can’t give as a present. Next isn;t one of them. They have upped their game recently and there smart simple styles could often be mistaken for … designer! Here is a classic example. A cute charcoal gathered skirt with grosgrain ribbon and applique little animals on it. I’m not into emblems, motifs or applique for that matter but this is charming (and it has a little red robin on it – a cheeky nod to Christmas). Alas, I had to ask the assistant to take it from my hands and place it back on the rails. My daughter doesn’t ‘need’ any more winter clothes!

Snowcap Beanie reduced to £38 Anthropologie

This popped up on my Instagram feed from a fab fashion blog I follow Wearing It Today

A lush take on the the mainstream Pom Pom Hat!

Hope you are enjoying the fun festive frivolities this week. Hope you go get some rest before Christmas so you are fresh for Father Christmas xx