In between my grocery runs, I often stop by Paper Market in Singapore to check out the new crafting kits that I can use on playdates. This super colourful store has a delightful range of art supplies, crafting kits and papers for scrapbooking. That’s not all, the store also has embellishments, stamps and stickers to {Read More…}
Igloo Books, Northhamptonshire
We had a very interesting conversation at the breakfast table few days back. My son was very curious to know if Jupiter was a planet and was asking questions on the number of planets that exist. I was so excited to learn about his interest in space and felt it was the opportune time to {Read More…}
Craft-tastic, USA
I am always scouting for crafts for my daughter to create. I love this brand Craft-tastic which makes lovely craft boxes for girls. On a recent playdate, Saira worked on the Design your Own Flower kit – which is a lovely kit that teaches little ones to get creative with paper flowers. The challenge for {Read More…}
Imagimake, Mumbai: Creative kits
I recently learnt about this Mumbai based toy and craft company when Saira received an activity kit from them as a birthday gift. I was really excited to see her present, which she chose for herself along with her Nani. The product she chose was the World Wide Monuments on the Map. We sat down {Read More…}
Sew Darn Close, Virginia, USA: Handcrafted bags
I love handmade products. I think as the generations go by, several traditional crafts like knitting, sewing, are sadly dwindling. As big brands take over the consumer space, we often find it easier to simply walk into a store and shop. However, I love small businesses, where homepreneurs are keeping their creative passions alive by {Read More…}
Susse Linton, Sweden: Surface pattern designer
Often when I speak to illustrators/designers, I realize a lot of their style is inspired by travel. I was excited to get in touch with Scottish-origin surface pattern designer Suisse Linton, who now lives in Sweden. Susse’s works spans across animal prints, florals, home patterns and the seaside. My favorites from her collection, are the {Read More…}
Seedling, Singapore
I came across Seedling while hunting for some do-it-yourself craft boxes for my daughter. I often swoon at the lovely craft ideas on Pinterest, but often find it cumbersome to put materials together. That’s why I like companies like Seedling that are geared towards young mums who want to engage their kids but often don’t {Read More…}
Crafted by A, Singapore: Nursery Wall Art
I meet Anna Williams one morning, only to realize that she is a mum I see at school! What a small world, isn’t it. She is the talented mum behind Crafted by A (Singapore), which makes some lovely nursery art work, for little ones. An accountant by profession, Anna Williams decided to quit her job, to take {Read More…}
KlayKit: Clay subscription boxes
This is my second visit to Amu’s studio. Each time I visit, I fall in love with the lovely pieces of pottery adorning the shelves. This time it is to learn about the launch of KlayKit, a product that allows you to take clay education to your home. Amu and her partner Sara who founded {Read More…}