Sites, Stuff and finds…

Here's what I wrote for the Embassy...

I'm back! Thought I'd split my monthly rambles into two sections - grown ups and kids, that way you can read what interests you and skip through what isn’t relevant for you. After all, the world of nappys, toys and kid craft is only interesting for a few!

For grownups
So my new favourite daily, is the Daily Grommet. What’s a grommet you ask? Well, It's a wonderful product still waiting in the wings, just ripe for discovery.  It has great utility, or style, or invention. Or, very often it has all three.  It comes from a designer, or inventor, or artist, or manufacturer who is clearly passionate about what they create. Someone who loves to share their creations and talk to people about why they do what they do.  It comes from a company that treats its customers well.  Finally, like any intelligent or beautiful product, it has a great story, ready to be told. Here’s an ultraviolet toothbrush sanitiser - trust me spare yourself from reading the scary germ facts! (There’s a kid’s product section too - check out the Frog eco aquarium!)

If you love designer bags, shoes and jewels there is an auction site for you Ooh I Love.  An example - and $800 Louis Vuitton bag went for $5.36, and yes the decimal is in the right place. Five dollars and thirty six cents.

And finally, Easter brunch anyone - Check out the list of Restaurants with Easter specials on  OpenTable.com.  I know I'd be at CoCo Sala for their, "Multi-course Chocolate & Champagne Easter Sunday Brunch 11am-4pm includes a mimosa for adults & chocolate surprise for kids from Co Co. Bunny! $50/adult and $30/child under 12". Yum. Yum. Yum.

For kids
If you’re looking for something to do on a rainy afternoon No Time for Flash Cards have a great range of crafts, games and puzzles. You can sort by theme, by age and even by sensory activities, imaginary play cooking and a host of other things. A great resource for the stuck-at-home-with-the-kids-again-Mum!

I found these great travel chalk mats better than pencils/crayons/markers for trips away. Just wipe clean and you’re ready for the next masterpiece. Best of all they’re on sale at Emmy&Ally.

For those with infants there is a new product on the market called the “Buggy Bubble”.  It’s a bit of an engineering marvel, but keeps out 98% of the harmful UVA and UVB rays whilst providing baby with proper ventilation.

And for Easter - we heart books have a cute selection of coco free Easter goodies.  Nothing like supporting Aussie Mums right? If there’s not enough time for shipping I suggest checking Amazon.com… And for accessorising that Easter party dress, here are some very sweet bunny brooches on Etsy.