Goose and Dust make sustainable kids sunglasses that you'll want too

Here’s a stocking stuffer that will get heaps of use and is recyclable at the end of its life! Aussie designers Goose and Dust make the best sunnies and eyewear for kids that I ever did see.

The mid-century modern inspired artwork you have to have by Inaluxe

Another amazing Australian-designed Christmas gift idea: the Sleepy Lion art print by Inaluxe - the masters of mid-century modern-inspired artwork. It's a piece that transcends all ages, and would look pretty fabulous with some beautiful mustard linen sheets, or even adding a massive pop of colour in a neutral space. It's certainly a head-turner.

Snap up one of these gems in the eeni meeni miini moh and e3-M AW17 end of season sale

Every season eeni meeni miini moh (for kids 0-5 years) and e3-M (for kids 2-12 years) bring out a line of super-special clothes for baby, boys and girls. My two daughters have lived in these brands for years and we've passed all the clothes on to friends and family - they are that special. So when sale time comes, it's always worth snapping up pieces that you know will go this distance.

10 children's clothes and accessories to snap up in the Small to TALL final sale

Small to TALL has been one of the loveliest Australian online stores for beautiful children's clothes and accessories for many years. Owner Sophie has steadfastly stocked only ethically-produced clothes for babies and kids as well as artwork and accessories. Sophie is winding her store up this week and offering amazing final mark downs.

See below for my 10 favourite picks from the sale. These are perfect for snapping up now, or stashing away for a baby shower or special occasion. Note the sizes available:

The most divine Australian dolls

If you are looking for a special gift for a special Miss, look no further than our own Australian designers for beautiful handcraft dolls. These are three of the best designs with incredible attention to detail, beautiful fabrics and embellishments.

Laura Blythman kids' backpacks, duffles and caps for Little Renegade Company

If you love Laura Blythman's whimsical collage-style artwork, you'll be just as thrilled as I was to discover Laura's collaboration with the Little Renegade Company. What results are super-cool caps, duffle bags and backpacks for kids in the Moonscape and Sugar Mountains prints.

Stylish Kids: Alfie Apparel - huge sale 50-80% off

When it comes to great design that kids can wear every day, one of my very favourite Australian clothing brands is Alfie Apparel; my eldest daughter is so obsessed with her Alfie Apparel pretzel shirt that when it had a laundry incident, we purchased another straight away, and just bought a third in the next size up! We've found this brand to be exceptional quality and as every piece is 100% soft jersey cotton, your kids will never want to take them off.

My girls are almost-seven and nine years old, and these are the pieces that they have chosen from the current 50-80% off sale to go under the Christmas tree. These prices are incredible for the quality and cool design:

Wanda shelving for kids by Cantilever

A few years ago I made a study space for my daughter using a pegboard from Bunnings with painted IKEA spice racks that has been my most popular post on Bondville - ever. If you love that look but would like something much more sophisticated and design-led, check out the Wanda shelving system by Cantilever in Melbourne.

eeni meeni miini moh AW16 now 50% off!

Last chance to scoop up some delicious eeni meeni miini moh and e3-M AW16 winter clothing for kids 0-12 years before they disappear; now at 50% off.

New Eeni Meeni Miini Moh and e3-M SS16

A trip to France and Italy was all the inspiration that eeni meeni miini moh creative director Libby O'Connor-Cowley needed to design the fantastic SS176 collection. These are fun prints, classic stripes, cool grids in all the colours of a lolly shop. Let's take a look at some of my favourites:

24 top picks from the eeni meeni miini moh and e3-M AW16 Sale - on now

Real winter has only just started, so it's perfect time to take advantage of the Autumn Winter 16 goodies in the eeni meeni miini moh and e3-M end of season sale. Kids 0-12 years have it made with current season dresses, tops, t-shirts, shirts, pants, leggings, sweaters, jackets, enfant wear and a range of accessories on sale.

Here's my pick of the sale items. There are so many to choose from (see my favourites here from this season), but these 8 picks each for girls, boys and enfant have me sold...

Whimsical Monique L'huillier collection for Pottery Barn Kids

Goodness, Pottery Barn Kids sure knows how to create dreamy spaces that children adore. My girls are mad for all the looks created in collaboration with Monique L'huillier - it's a world of whimsy and elegance that stands out from the more graphic looks that we've been seeing in kids' interiors lately. Come along with me to the launch of the Monique L'huillier Collection with Pottery Barn Kids in Sydney recently...

Maryanne Moodie rugs for Arro Home - yeah!

Arro Home has nailed it with these gorgeous rugs designed by Aussie weaving expert Maryanne Moodie, now living in New York City and owning the loom over there too. These pieces are gorgeous - I want both the Adamas and Desert Storm rugs - and look fantastic with Arro home's signature cat and eye cushions and range of bedding.

Kids' floral workshop at Seasonal Concepts in Sydney

Sydney wonder emporium Seasonal Concepts in Redfern, NSW is hosting a floral workshop for kids next Saturday 7th May. Send your 8-15 year old along for an hour and a half of creativity and be guaranteed beautiful blooms for Mother's Day!

The Best Brands from Kids InStyle Sydney 2016

Kids InStyle Sydney is always a must-do on my kids' industry calendar - to catch-up with favourite brands, check out trends, and scout for new Australian kids' designers. The 2016 show in Sydney showcased more of what we've loved in the last year - pastels, monochrome, fruit, unicorns, Aussie-Scandi style, graphic prints on kids' clothes, and a lasting interest in children's rooms. Read on for my favourite brands and trends from the show this year.

The Best-designed Times Tables Posters for Kids

Seriously - how did they know? My girls are in years 1 and 3 at school and they aren't rote learning the times tables like we did when we were kids. So I've been thinking about printing them out and sticking them up in a high-traffic area. But I couldn't find a cute design. And then I get an email from Love Mae - ta da!!

Luxurious velvet bed heads, ottomans and sofas for kids from Incy Interiors

The Milan furniture fair (Salone del Mobile Milano)  last year was full of  timeless lush velvet in jewel tones on sofas and textiles, so you know this is going to be huge for years to come. Get the look this season with Incy Interiors' brand new velvet range of bed heads, ottomans and kids' sofas in indigo, teal and soft sorbet pink for the little ones. And how great is this styling - oh the drama...

Final reductions - 50% off eeni meeni miini moh and e3-M SS15

Great news - there's plenty of warmth left in this summer and eeni meeni miini moh and e3-M have slashed sale prices on current stock even further. Get 50% off all Spring Summer 15 items for boys and girls age 0-12 years. But hurry - stock is limited and selling out quickly. Read on for my picks of the sale:

Autumn Winter 2016 trends for kids from eeni meeni miini moh + e3-M

It's here! There are cosy knits, pom poms, luxurious textures, and rich, carnival colours in store for kids 0-12 years from Bondville sponsors eeni miini miini moh and e3-M this Autumn Winter. This season it's all about Vintage Circus - look out for harlequin patterns, rabbits, stripes, and plenty of tulle for the girls, and fun quotes, slouch pants and continued interest in superheroes for the boys.

Quinn's 1st Party Animal Birthday Party

Gosh. This is one of the best parties I have seen for a little boy in a long time. Little Quinn's Mum Kara put together a beautiful event that's colourful without being fussy. Party Animals is a great theme for a one-year-old and opens up a whole range of colour options. I love that Kara has taken the confetti theme throughout from cake, to garlands, invitation and table decorations; and that touch of metallic adds some pizzazz. The food looks amazing too. Read on for Kara's tips to pull together a Party Animal birthday party...