Follow Your Heart: The Story of Little French Heart

Eavan and I Spirited Mama, Paris 2010

To follow your heart means being guided by the passion that resonates with your very essence. It can define you and take you on a life journey that you could never imagine. It’s not an easy decision or an easy road, or even a happily every after because as we know, life is so much […]

Make Classic French Madeleines with Le Tres Bon

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In the 1920s, French writer Marcel Proust wrote about madeleines in his autobiographical novel, À la Recherche du Temps Perdu (Remembrance of Things Past). In brief, Proust reflected on how the simple act of eating a madeleine dipped in tea brought back fond memories of his childhood. Thanks to the talented French chef Christophe Gregoire of the […]

How to Make Autumn Leaf Crowns

Heart of Blooms Autumn Leaf Flower Crown

Beautiful Eco-Craft Mother Andrea of Heart of Blooms shares this simple way to make Autumn Leaf Crowns  Autumn is a time to marvel at nature’s rustic gown; to feel brisk air against cheeks, to introduce the marvel of nature to children, to enjoy the golden hours before Winter sets in. These simple crowns are made […]

Give Your Nursery & Kids Clothing A Makeover With Mrs Mighetto

Mrs Mighetto - Jasmina Bylund Anna Kubel

There’s something hearty and wholesome about giving a nursery or  kids clothing a beautiful makeover with relatively little effort and cost. Whether your moving the kids to different rooms, and need a quick refresh, or perhaps you are renting and still want your child’s room to have a warm personal feel, wall stickers and posters […]

Tea Party Invitation Craft Idea

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Holidays are the perfect time for children to engage in simple crafts that boost their imagination, give them time to think and be, explore their creativity and learn more about the world around them. Find this simple, timeless Tea Party Invitation Craft Idea. Tea Parties with Recycled Paper Invites What you need for one invite […]

An Easter Moment

Soodi Betts Little French Heart

Over the past weeks customers and friends have been sharing their beautiful Easter creativity with Little French Heart. Australian Mum, architect and creative photographer, Soodi Betts, shares her Easter Moments. Happy Easter, Joyeuses Paques! In the days leading to Easter, Soodi Betts gathers her children, Genevieve, age 4 and Thomas age 2 to begin the […]

Wooden Toy Sailing Boats ~ Traditional Toy Boat Makers

It’s not often you meet the makers of the toys we buy for our children. It’s even rarer to meet a crack team which are the keepers of a dying tradition of crafting slow toys. Meet Bateaux Tirot ~ the last of the artisan family, which creates eco-wood French sailing boats or pond boats crafted […]

Two Little Words: Strong Heart

Strong Heart - Little French Heart

With so much happening in the world of late I’ve been thinking about two words: Strong Heart. Though small and stout in their appearance, together Strong Heart encompasses so much. If you say them slowly and definitely, you will feel them skip across your breath to comfort your heart like a wise and familiar friend. […]

Gabriel Gaté’s Gluten-free Apple and Yoghurt Gateau

Gabriel Gaté’s Gluten-free Apple and Yoghurt Gateau- little french heart

Gabriel Gaté is a French Australian Chef who is baking his way through lockdown to create magnificent recipes like this Gluten-free Apple and Yoghurt Gateau that will warm your heart.  Gabriel Gaté’s Gluten-free Apple and Yoghurt Gateau With thanks to Gabriel Gaté. Find more on this wonderful chef.   Serves 8 – 10  Ingredients  75g […]

A Guide to Beautiful Bedding for Children with Bonne Mere

Bonne Mere Rose Quilt with Girl and Dog Little French Heart

Now stocked at Little French Heart, Bonne Mere is synonymous with quality heirloom children’s bedding. I’m so excited to introduce this brand to our store. The combined aesthetics and values make it a perfect fit. Here, Nicole Mair shares the origins of her brand and her tips on choosing bedding for your little ones. Australian […]

Gifts for Christmas Birthdays

Maileg Garlands

Bonjour Mama! Are you like me and have children whose birthdays fall close to Christmas? It can be a little tricky keeping the two occasions unique and cost effective. Find these beautiful gift ideas for Christmas Birthdays so that your Birthday Girl or Birthday Boy feels extra special. Birthday Trains To make a Christmas Birthday […]