pudding, the unlucky little boy was swallowed by a cow, stolen by a raven and made seriously ill by an unfortunate nose-blowing incident. ThumbelinaMuch like Tom, Thumbelina is equal in stature to the average human thumb which causes her all manner

Contemporary Craft and Design FairMay 3-7Craft lovers can browse home and garden crafts at RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey. With over 200 acres of land, there's lots for families to explore, from a pinetum and arboretum, a 'plants for bugs' area

the forlorn youth. But Norman is an appealing little soul, with his sticky-out ears and Frankenstein-meets-Bart-Simpson hairdo: there’s plenty of pathos as Norman slouches about the place, shoulders down, politely greeting the ghoulish inhabitants of his home

items for children – but I wanted to find a home where all of my ideas for babies could be under one roof with a company that is truly the authority in the world of babies.”Describing her inspiration for the range the fashion icon added; “I designed

Where were you born and where did you grow up? I was born in Hobart, Tasmania, the southern most island state of Australia. It's such a beautiful place, with most homes in reach of the beach and lush countryside, but it's quite cold too!Do you have

international flavours and exotic foodsMeet the Naked AuthorJools Oliver reveals secrets about her family life with Jamie Dream DesignsStylish designs for the modern home – from baby swings to seesawsWalk This WayWhy a simple stroll to school or the shops is a

of delicious home-made treats - pancakes, baked eggs, breakfast muffins and moreTreetop TreasuresA treehouse is the perfect arboreal architecture to encourage your child's wonders in nature. The Boy Who Loves LightsAs a child with autism, life for four

stations'. Whether it's a cocktail bar, an ice-cream servery, or even a hamburger counter, just take your cue from your featured dishes. A little table and a few tools of the trade will do the trick. 4. Get people involved  Have a few marinades

of tasting.My snowman looks pretty impressive, no? Never mind the fact that it is actually pure sugar – it does make a lovely table decoration, and this snowman won't melt. We also make the cutest little gingerbread Christmas trees. Try my recipes at home

, the store is a visual treat for the eyes, with gorgeously upholstered chairs, row upon row of sumptous fabrics and wallpapers, nicknacks and desirables for the modern family home. Tucked away downstairs is a tiny alcove entirely devoted to children, a