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A conversation with Herve Tullet, author of Press Here
By Catherine O'Dolan on 04/05/2012 11:44:01
In conversation with French artist, Herve Tullet, author of the innovative picture book, Press Here, winner of the Junior Design Awards 2012 Picture Book Of The Year
What was the inspiration for your award-winning book Press Here?Wow, it is so difficult to answer this question! I always try to create innovative books and Press Here is maybe the all-encompassing result of my previous projects: open, participative and interactive books for babi...
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It's Good To Talk
By Laura Lee Davies on 08/02/2009 23:53:59
The skill of conversation will help your child in so many ways as they head to school. Here are tips for encouraging a chatty child
something is suddenly changed. Provide the answer You can offer your toddler the question and the answer to show her how conversation follows. So you might say, “What colour is that cat?” then add “It’s black and white, isn’t it?” This helps model
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Little Joule's Autumn Winter '10
By Matthew Holroyd on 22/04/2010 14:17:45
A conversation with Chloe Ward, creative director of Joules
What were your inspirations for Little Joule's new collection? Because we have such a large range, it varies a bit, but overall the inspiration comes from vintage prints. Colours are important, so we will take a really gorgeous print, for example, the print with the horses in the...
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David Lauren, the son of designer Ralph Lauren, shares his happy childhood memories
By Catherine O'Dolan on 15/09/2010 17:10:10
Our exclusive conversation with David Lauren to celebrate the launch of the RL Gang on the new UK RL website
What’s the secret of a happy childhood? “I’ve been very lucky to have a close family. I consider my parents, my brother and my sister to be my best friends. This gives me incredible support and it is my greatest happiness.”Which of the character in the RL Gang is most like you in...
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Top to toe
By Photography Jacob Thue; Fashion Matthew Holroyd on 20/10/2010 11:15:17
From fur to tweed, boots to trainers – here’s a selection of the coolest coats and finest footwear for the new season
Fun fur coat £17.99 by New Look (ages 4-6); Lace-up boots £33 by Start-RiteFor infomation on stockists visit our stockist page
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Life in miniature
By Catherine Hudson on 14/03/2011 17:23:32
Quirky jewellery with a fabulously chic French heritage
Digital art keyring £50We love these conversation starting pieces of jewellery from the quirky N2 range made by creative French costume jewellers, Les Nereides. Choose from brooches decorated with tea party trinkets and miniature dolls for girls
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One for the boys and the girls
By Catherine Hudson on 18/03/2011 15:00:38
Colourful childenswear label Boys & Girls is now available to buy online
Quirky jersey wear label, Boys & Girls, make easy-to-wear outfits for (not surprisingly) both boys and girls. Made in bright colours and printed with witty slogans, there are plenty of conversation starting pieces as well as lots of colourful basics
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Winner of the Picture Book Of The Year 2012: Press Here by Hervé Tullet
By Catherine O'Dolan on 20/05/2012 13:49:30
How a simple dot can turn into an amazing adventure with French artist, Hervé Tullet
and right. That’s a whole lot of learning – and all from a cast of seemingly simple dancing dots. Read our conversation with Herve TulletPress Here by Herve Tullet (Chronicle, £9.99)
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Sitting Pretty
By Junior on 31/10/2007 10:38:12
Winter staples in strong colours are given added pizzazz with a mix of quirky retro accessories. Photography by Malin Ngoie
by Marni at Harrods; leggings £35 by Caramel (ages 0–12); legwarmers from £30 by SimonettaABOVEGrey coat £113 and grey scarf £30, both by Il Gufo (ages 2–14); green corduroy trousers £40 by Mini A Ture (ages 2–10); green Converse trainers and red vespa
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Four simple rules for restaurant dining with children
By Catherine O'Dolan on 30/09/2010 18:30:52
The essential ingredients to happy family dining courtesy of Sara Galvin
Sara Galvin, wife of chef Chris Galvin, and mother of Jessica, 15, George, 14, and Joey, 11, and Front-of-House patron of Galvin La Chapelle, gives her recipe for successful family dining:1. Involve your child in every conversation, play word games
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