Children

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Get smarter kids with clever decorating. Fact: your kids' environment has a huge impact on their behaviour, mood and even cognitive function. Experts explain why you should give a little thought when decorating your little ones' lairs. 1. Fantasy bedroom Encourage your children to think and express themselves in their ...

Posted 14th April 2009
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Buyer's guide to wallpaper. Intimidated by wallpaper? We understand, there's thousands on offer. With choice aplenty, we’ve picked 10 wall trendsetters that are hot right now and suggest tips to consider if you're new to the papering game. 1. Strong botanicals Greenery goes graphic, moving away from delicate lines. Key ...

Posted 16th June 2008
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The Guide: Making the most of small kids rooms. Feel you're letting the kids down because their room is on the compact side? Forget the guilt. Many children prefer the secure feel of a small space, and it gives you the opportunity to think creatively. Start by establishing how big ...

Posted 21st July 2009
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Making eco fun for kids. Camp out with nature. Forget the boring lectures – to teach kids about the environment, you need to jolly up your lessons. Inspire their imagination and the hard work will be done for you. Make eco cool with our ten fun-packed ideas. The children of ...

Posted 25th March 2009
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Babyproof your home with taste. Are you at a loss as how to deck out your living area for your baby in a practical and stylish way? Don't make your home a little Disneyland – check out this classic, aesthetically pleasing baby paraphernalia. 1. Baby beanbags Why not flop onto ...

Posted 10th November 2008
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Sir Terence Conran on storage in children's rooms. Sir Terence Conran, author of 'Storage – Get Organized', offers furnishing and storage solutions for children's rooms – from babies to teenagers. Moving with the times In general, when furnishing children’s rooms, it is best to avoid buying miniaturized storage furniture and ...

Posted 8th April 2009
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Top ten wall art for children. Childhood is a time when fantasies should be indulged. Create a wonderland for your little terrors with these original designs, while avoiding any pink pony palaces. . Arc.

Posted 30th March 2009
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Exclusive: Kirstie Allsopp reveals her ideal Christmas. Property guru Kirstie Allsopp tells us her top tips for a picture perfect family Noël. 1. Old–school charm I love Christmas in the traditional way. I call it the 'MGM' Christmas – old fashioned film star glamour, 1940’s movies, presents under the tree, ...

Posted 20th November 2008
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News: Sleep well baby. Baby not sleeping? The whole family getting cranky? Natural Mat may have the answer. ‘As new parents, we saw how tiredness and anxiety can easily spoil the joy of life with a new baby,’ says founder Natasha Dyer. ‘We wanted our babies and children to sleep ...

Posted 13th May 2008
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My wish list by Kate. Our part time HR Manager, Kate de Beer & full time mum of two toddlers looks at how to entertain the kids over the Easter break...wishing she had a garden large enough for the mammoth garden play centre. . Wooden Dolls House.

Posted 6th March 2009
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