Find these easy, small and thrifty advent gift ideas to enjoy Advent without making it a second Christmas. Advent for littles is all about surprise. Many of the gifts we add to each day between the 1st and 24th December symobise giving, peace and joy, lots of joy. When my daughter was young I would […]
Recently in Paris I spent an afternoon at the Jardin du Luxembourg nibbling on a delicious French Tomato Tarte made by a friend and illustrator of many of Little French Heart’s original post cards, Janina Burouso. It’s simple, delicious and what the French were eating over their summer season. It was part of our picnic, […]
The Little Gallery, Bundeena presents Australia’s finest figurative artist, Garry Shead 2024 Exhibition Price List Call 0400 007 484 for more information Garry Shead 2024 The Antipodean Divine Comedy Series Dante and Virgil Crossing the River Styx, Oil on Linen, 30 x 30cm, 2024 (Framed) … $22,000 DH Lawrence Series 2024 (Framed) Creation, (‘Roo […]
An exhibition featuring the works of one of Australia’s most renowned artists has been launched in Bundeena. Garry Shead 2024 is a solo exhibition for celebrated artist Garry Shead; the first to be held in his hometown. The exhibition is being held at The Little Gallery, a new art space connected to Little French Heart […]
This beautiful French Lavender Cake is perfect for Birthday Parties, Tea Parties, French themed parties & Baby Showers too. It reminds me of the beauty of Provence. Kindly created for Little French Heart by Lauren May of Must Love Herbs. Recipe 2 cups plain flour 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3 tsp baking powder 1 […]
Artist Claude Monet left us with a living gift, his garden, in the tiny village of Giverny, France. Being in Monet’s Garden is one of the most beautiful experiences I have ever had, and one I encourage you to also pursue, or enjoy through my journal here. They say that flowers make us happy, that […]
Paris is the most magical playground. It is jaw-droppingly beautiful and there is so much to do, especially in the warmer seasons. Here are five things you must do when next visiting Paris. Visit the Dior Museum La Galerie Dior Open every day except Tuesdays 30 Avenue Montaigne, Paris. La Galerie Dior has been designed […]
Like ballerinas in their tutus pirouetting at the Paris Opera, each peony season in Paris is a flutter of petal delight. (Opening image credit, Georgianna Lane.) Each late May and early June the peony unfurls to become the belle flower of the Paris ball. Layered like bolls of pretty pink hued fabric, the peony […]
So you love dressing your child in stylish clothing but want to stay on budget? Find these six handy tips on getting the most value out of your child’s clothing while dressing them in beautiful designs you love. 1. Choose clothing that offer two styles for the price of one A dress for your child […]
Petite Maison des Arts presents Bundeena à Moi by Tony Fragar Bundeena à Moi is delightfully & surprisingly off-trend, utopian & romantic For artist Tony Fragar, the inspiration behind the first formal exhibition for Petite Maison des Arts (a small gallery adjoining Little French Heart Store in Bundeena) draws on the everyday moments in our lives […]
Create for your child your love sonnet. What is your style and rhythm in terms of how you express yourself, your feelings, personality and tastes in your home ~ your poetry? With so much going on in the world now we all need a little poetry in our lives by creating safe nurturing happy spaces […]
Toys, home decor and gifts for peace are beautiful, poetic, simple and sometimes surprising. See our Peace edit to find gifts that promote an understanding of peace as well as feelings of relaxation and tranquility for you and your children. Garbo & Friends Soothing Blue Flowers for Peace Did you know that the soothing blue […]
If you’re looking for the most beautiful toy & gift store in the world, look no further than Sydney Australia. Little French Heart has been designed to delight and inspire, give joy and create beautiful memories through its hand-picked poetic toys and nursery decor, children’s clothing and gifts for women. Little French Heart was inspired […]
The latest colours from Paris are warm like rosewood, marigold, honey and burnt orange. With such a rich earthy and versatile palette, it’s easy to create the most beautiful bedroom style for your darling on any budget as shown by stylist Jess Farthing. Colours of rosewood, marigold, ginger, gold, honey, ivory, with pops of blue […]
Thrifting at Little French Heart is all about that beautiful notion of supporting sustainability, upcycling, preloving, giving, paying it forward. Thrifting at the Heart allows you to sell preloved items from brands available at the Heart, and in turn buy preloved from fellow sellers. How it works for Thrift Sellers You can apply to sell […]
With Bastille Day on the agenda it’s a great time to enjoy the best of what the French culture offers. Here are five easy ways to French up your Bastille weekend without having to do much at all except pop the champagne. Croissant Dunking Wake up and it’s Saturday. Stroll to your local bakery and […]
There are so many beautiful ways to help your children connect to nature, and where they can learn to love, respect and cherish it for a lifetime. When children have time to play in nature they discover more about the world around them. At the same time they develop skills that can benefit them for […]
The benefits of your children playing in nature will nurture them as they grow. Read below to find easy ways for you to connect your child with nature and enjoy the together time. At a recent showing at our new gallery in Bundeena, artist Gillian Hughes talked about her concern with Nature Deficit Disorder, a […]
Bonjour Cherie, Danish brand Konges Slojd is known among so many of us because of its kooky, thoughtful and poetic products for our children. But how do you say it? It’s quite easy, really. Phonetically it can be heard as Konges Shloyd! You can hear it here. Konges Slojd creates the magic of childhood for […]
Easter tea parties, any tea parties, offer a beautiful way to connect with your darling. They also have wonderful learning opportunities that will last a life time. Words by KIM COTTON, images by JESS FARTHING. An Easter Tea Party offers focused time with your little one that you may not ordinarily have. It’s […]