World 's lucky with Lucky Boy Sunday

It is no news that the Danish Lucky Boy Sunday brings the coolest designs. But did you know that with their work they actually do make a better world?

All Luckyboysunday's designs are manufactured in Bolivia, where Alpaca have been bred for the precious wool for centuries. All items are knitted in cooperatives working under the fair trade principle by very talented women, using the highest grade wool, which is as valuable and as soft as cashmere. 

"We support some of the poor population by giving them a good job and a fair price. At the same time the Bolivian knitters make our dreams come alive," say the brands designers, Camilla Koerschen and Camilla Ebdrup. 

We love their vision and the current SS '14 collection again. It's original, bold and playfull. Sometimes even a bit triggering when the faces on the products seem to come alive..

Happy birthday treats!

Healthy fruits and veggies can be fun! Look at these treats, don't you think they make your child and his/hers friends or classmates extra happy? 

MEET EVA & JULIET

Eva is a graphic designer. 

Juliet is an antique tabletop letterpress. 

Eva                      Juliet

In their studio in Quebec, Canada, they enjoy their creative live by making the most beautiful and poetic art prints. You can buy them on Etsy, but Eva and Juliet also create prints more custom made. We strongly recommend to check their website. 

10 IS

Have you heard of the brand called 10 IS (pronounced Ten-is)? 10 IS is a contemporary brand that produces urban courts made with excellent materials and durable designed to meet the needs of children. The brand was created to offer an original product but also functional, trendy and suitable for any activity and time of day. The shoes, via the removable insole, it adapts to every type of foot and follows the evolution of the child's foot to ensure maximum comfort.

In case you missed it, we used this brand for our brandshoot, we love it! Check out their new website here.

MOSTLIKELY DIY Lampshades or masks

Two guys wanted to create complex objects at a low price that can be used as masks, lampshades or something else. Meet Maik Perfahl and Wolfgang List, of the interdisciplinary design, sound and architecture collective "Mostlikely".

On Etsy, the online shop, you can choose from different objects or design a unique one yourselves, nearly any form is possible. You will receive a printout on heavy paper and all you have to do is cut, fold and glue the parts together. 

At the fair “Maison&Objet” in Paris "mostlikely" won the "Prix Découvertes MAISON&OBJET 2012.“Watch the video  here: 

 

HOMEWARES FROM APRIL ELEVEN

We've just found out about this super cool homeware brand April Eleven from France.
The collection of wooden coat hooks, nightlights and mirrors would make the perfect addition to your kid's room... Pls check out their website for more great stuff!

WHAT ABOUT?

Once in a while we have a little chat with someone with a special job, an inspiring life, a remarkable character or an out of the box vision. 

This time we spoke with Mette Te Velde mother of Suki (1,5 years old)

What about her?

Photo: Anne Claire de Breij

strawberryearth.com

Name: Mette te Velde

Age: 34

Kids: 1

Business: Founder of Strawberry Earth: a design blog, events platform and deal site featuring great products and amazing experiences from sustainable brands.

So, how to be an eco-friendly mom? Any sustainable tips?

I call it 'strawberry' choices when I speak in terms of choosing the best for Suki. Why? Because of her health and future of course!

My favorites are:

- Diapers from Natty of Bambo

- Skincare and shampoo from Weleda

- Second hand clothes or new from brands like Mini Rodini, Kids Case and Gray Label of course ;-)

- Bio foods with seasonal veggies and fruit

- Toys that will live a long life and can be passed on to the next generation. At  http://www.shak-shuka.com/ you can find nice stuff

- Nature! Fresh air and most important, to let her run.

- In my garden I am going to create a little vergetable garden, so when she is a bit older she can pick her own little tomatoes. 

What’s keeping your head up during Momma-Hood?

My daughter’s laughter and enthusiasm for everything and anything.

What’s made you (almost) crazy?

The moment she had to move to her own room. It felt so unnatural to not have her right by my side.

What advice do you wish you had ignored?

That an epidural during labour is bad. It saved my life!

What advice do you wish to pass on?

Do not invite all your friends and family just after your baby is born. Really enjoy the very intimate and special moment you have with your baby and partner. You’ll never forget it.

Don’t listen to horror stories about giving birth.

Don’t take advice from 10 different people but listen to your own intuition and body during pregnancy but also if it’s about parenting.

Switch your phone off when you have your ‘mama-day’ and truly focus on your child and enjoy your quality time together!

What motivates you to go on when your dreams scare you?

Not taking any risks in life is going to be very very boring.

You learn most from failures.
Your life is not a rehearsal, it’s now. So do the thing that you want to do NOW.

Any advise for mums starting up their own businesses?

Don’t read any articles about ‘how difficult it is to combine parent ship with ambition.' You’ll find your own way of doing it.

Define your definition of success. Is it money? Is it a balanced life with time for your children? Is it to inspire people? What is success for you? Don’t let other people tell you what success is.

Create a good team around you. You can’t do everything by yourself. Dare to admit your weaker spots and find someone who’s great at it.

Ask someone you admire to be your mentor. Someone with experience who can help you grow.

Be flexible. The business plan you have written one day will not be the same after some time. It always goes different than you thought and that’s not a problem as long as you dare to go with the flow.