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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
My dear friend and Supercharge Food Cheri, Lee Holmes, has created this French Roasted Ratatouille, which is a perfect way to add a little French style to a Mother’s Day lunch or any day, really. The most wonderful thing about the French Roasted Ratatouille is you can make your own variation. Serve with a side […]
For you ~ most beautiful images of flowers from Paris and France. Can we ever have enough of them? These images are from favourite accounts of florists and photographers of instagram. Enjoy and follow to appreciate x LÁrrosoir of Paris. Despite the restrictions of lockdown, this florist continues to bloom. Photographer Georgianna Lane does […]
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 […]
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 […]
From a small studio in Paris come the most beautiful masks that make a sweet addition to the Easter celebrations, or some simple fun any time of year when they transform to become Masks of the Meadow. Each mask is illustrated by Sandrine of Little French Rag, an artist and dollmaker from Paris. The masks […]
The Waiting of a Burgundy Spring in France is long but all the more beautiful, writes ALEXL LALAK, an Australian writer in France. Winter in Burgundy is wild and beautiful. The scenery is full of greys. The hills draped in mist. The vineyards bare and strangely desolate, save for the occasional plume of sweet smoke […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
Sauteed Chicken with a Little French Heart is absolutely delicious. And it’s incredibly versatile. It can be made for a special occasion dinner party or romantique dinner for two, as comfort food on a cold Winter’s night or easily adapted for the whole family to eat including little ones, too. Sauteed Chicken with a Little […]
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 […]
Welcome to A Lovely Maileg Bedtime Story to Delight Young Children. This is a tale written for children who love to hear about the secret lives of bunnies, rabbits, mice and little dinosaurs. ♥♥♥ Once upon a time there was a little bunny called Bobbin. Bobbin loved to play hide and seek with her friends – […]
Bonjour Mama! Making your own French Lavender Hand Sanitiser with Aloes is easy. The recipe has the added ingredient of aloe vera to keep your hands soft and that of your family’s hands, too. I found the lavender oil in the market of Isle Sur la Sorgue, in Provence, France. You can find it at […]
Bonjour Mama Keeping you safe with high standards of hygiene has always been at the forefront of Little French Heart’s operations. The safety and care of our customers is paramount. As a small business, we are able to control how goods are handled and packaged before they are shipped to you. Safety and Hygiene at […]
In the small village of St Remy, Provence resides an artisan who creates the most exquisite French dolls. Thais has been making her dolls and bebe mobiles entirely by hand for the past three years. In that time she has created the most beautiful characters – unicorns, bunnettes, mistouflettes, mice and deers. She began her […]
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 […]