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So the children are back where they belong (at school that is) and your home is once again the clean and tidy haven you have ached for all summer. Aaaand relax!   To ensure you keep this reinstated authority on all things ‘decor’, you might need our assistance.   We’re thinking children's desks. Beautiful, durable, spacious desks.       You might be wondering ‘?’ But picture this. A world where the kitchen table isn’t buried in textbooks and a smattering of pens. Not to mention empty crisp packets and half finished drinks that will no doubt get spilled any...second..

The school holidays are almost over for many of us...Is that a collective sigh of relief I can hear? Yes, it certainly has been a tough few weeks, juggling work and childcare whilst trying to entertain a rabble of over-excited children. Surely there should be a reality show for this kind of stuff?   Anyway, just a few days more to suffer the trail of grass through the length of the house and those endless ‘surprises’ left in the craziest places. Banana skin in the washing machine anyone? Of course, these things will still go on I’m sure, just less often once our children are safely back..

If your children have been burning the candle at both ends this summer you might be wondering, like I am, how on earth you’re going to get them back into school mode in time for the autumn term.   This is the one and only occasion when beautiful handmade children’s beds let me down - if only a little. You see, they are just toooooo comfy and impossible to get out of in the morning!   Daisy Brambles Cabin Bed   However, thanks to clever internet company, Web Blinds, there might just be a solution - namely their innovative Back to School Sleep Calculator which helps to set ..

Is your child’s bedroom in desperate need of a makeover? You might be considering a complete furniture collection, or just a new bed or wardrobe perhaps.     At Little Lucy Willow we have ten exclusive ranges of children’s furniture which are handmade to order and can be built to your specifications if required. Our designs are stunning yet practical and are carefully crafted to last for decades, hence the higher price tags than those found on high street brands...   Each collection includes all the ingredients necessary to create the picture perfect bedroom. From bookc..

  Buying children presents is never an easy task. Their fads and fancies change like the wind and what you thought was a dead cert often turns into a dead end…Months of Minions are suddenly forgotten for the new craze on the block and on it goes. Woe betide the chancer who gifts the wrong superhero without doing their research first.   But there is one thing that ALL children love and that is something, anything, with their name emblazoned on it. There's nothing more thrilling to a child than ownership, that’s why we give you the option of adding names to our children’s beds as well a..

I know the summer holidays haven't even begun, but I’m afraid I’m about to break the taboo and broach the touchiest of touchy subjects - going back to school…   I apologise profusely for any offense caused, to teachers and pupils alike, but I am just trying to give you the heads up about getting prepared for the autumn term. I’m talking about children's desks.       Every child needs somewhere to think, write, create and call their own. And somewhere to study too. The dining table is handy, yes, but getting all those books out then packing them all away again in time for ..

  Did you know that we can survive three times as long without food as we can without sleep?   It’s not something I’m about to set out to prove as I can’t last very long without either to be honest. Skipping breakfast following a fitful night’s sleep is a major game changer for me. Everyone breathes a sigh of relief once I’ve had my granola and 40 winks...   That’s how essential sleep is. It sets the tone for your day, your week and - depending on how you sleep as a child - it can set the tone for your whole life according to Dr Hilary Jones.     This week is Natio..

Choosing children’s bedroom furniture is no easy task. There is plenty to consider such as bed size, storage, plus design and colour too... At Little Lucy Willow we do give you lots to think about which can be overwhelming so perhaps it’s wise to make a wish list before you begin your search!   Little Buoy Blue Collection BED SIZE All our beds can be made as singles, small doubles or doubles, depending on your available space. They also include a unique height adjustment feature, making them perfect for toddlers as well as for teens. On their lowest setting, the height from ..

Are you looking to overhaul your child’s bedroom this summer? Why not add some colour to their furniture too?   At Little Lucy Willow, our children’s bedroom furniture collections are finished in a range of subtle pastel shades to suit any girl boy or teen.   From soft Angel White to bold Seaside Blue, our colours are warm, contemporary and fresh.       After your furniture has been handmade in the Little Lucy Willow factory, it undergoes a three-stage finishing process resulting in a hardwearing, durable semi-matt coat which can be wiped clean from all those sticky..

Trampoline parks seems to be ‘springing’ up everywhere (pardon the pun) and as a consequence, my heart is spending an awful lot of time in my mouth these days.   In my younger years there was no such thing of course. Jumping on mum and dad’s bed was the best we could muster, but blimey it was fun! Sneaking upstairs when no one was looking and bouncing til the bedding came off. We never did manage to put it back on properly. Sorry mum!     The adrenalin was matched by precisely nothing, probably because it was strictly forbidden.   Due to this ‘rule’ being ingrained in my h..

During the past few days we’ve had a taste of some lovely warm weather and what might be in store for the summer months (with any luck). We’ve also been reminded what it’s like to feel the heat when we’re trying to get to sleep at night. And it’s not pretty...   With this in mind, now could be the right time to think about changing your child’s bedding before that mercury rises!     So pack away those winter duvets and create a cool and calming place for your little one to sleep.   New sheets always make bed an inviting place to be, which is exactly what we want our..

    If your teen happens to be taking important exams this year, you’re no doubt bracing yourself for a difficult few weeks. You might not be able to do their revision for your them, but you can make suggestions to ensure that exam time runs smoothly.   Amongst the parenting mantra routinely trotted out, a good night’s sleep should be at the top of your list. And that goes for your little ones too. A recent study has revealed that if children get an extra 90 minutes of sleep during the week, their marks will improve. That’s just 18-19 minutes more rest from Sunday to Thursda..

    Choosing children’s bedroom furniture is a huge decision, not least when you intend for it to last many years.   You need something timeless, solid and durable. Something that will still look fresh a decade from now.   Obviously, Little Lucy Willow children’s furniture fits comfortably into this bracket so you’re in safe hands with us…   So once you have finalised your decision on which of our exclusive collections to go for, what then? Well it gets a little easier, we promise. The next step is figuring out whether you require any matching pieces.   It’s ..

    Sleep is something that many of us don’t have to work too hard at which is really convenient seeing as it’s critical to both our physical and mental health. How lovely it feels to crawl into bed after a long, exhausting day and drift off into the land of nod! Imagine if eating a daily dose of raw sprouts, or running five miles a day was as crucial to our well being? We wouldn’t be quite so healthy I’m sure!   We realise how essential sleep really is when becoming first time parents...say no more. Sleep deprivation is one of the most difficult things a family can face..