Spotty Otter Waterproof Jacket

Toby has been reviewing Spotty Otters Waterproof Jacket for me (you might see a theme with this weeks reviews - we've gone 'All Outdoors' :D )
The review is now live over on LittleStuff, but thought you might like to see some pics of him in action (I know, I know, any chance to show off...)The Spotty Otter gear was reviewed on behalf of Little hiker - one of the few truly children-based outdoor gear retailers in the uk. As 'Allan Austin' they have actually been selling childrens waterproofs, childrens walking boots, childrens hiking boots and papoose baby carriers since they first opened in 1973. Recently they opened a brand new website, Little Hiker, which is dedicated to childrens outdoor gear - not just your Spotty Otter, but all those names you'd recognise from the adults section - real proper outdoor clothing, designed specially for the smaller members of the family. Gear from BushBaby, LittleLife, Sprayway, childrens walking boots and hiking boots from Scarpa, Meindl Contour Brasher and Berghaus and even a large range of childrens shoes and sandals from Merrell, Salomon and Teva.

LG Steam Direct review update

The machine is sitting prettily and washing beautifully. The first thing I've noticed is the sheer amount of laundry this thing can manage - this is ONE load on my washing line - and I ran out of room and had to place some socks on the basket on the grass.
That's a full change of a single bed, a weeks worth of toddler clothes, plus the rest of the family's small items.
At present I'm still investigating all that it can do - back soon with the full review.

Groovy Mummy relaunch!

We love Groovy Mummy - and now under the new ownership of the lovely Judi, it is bigger and better (and groovier) than ever before. Groovy Mummy's love of gorgeous fabrics and dress down chic has led to an eclectic collection of baby booty from all over the globe.

Bags disguised as changing bags from new designers Jooki from Australia, fantastic leather bags in funky colours from Lin & Leo, changing mats that look like clutch bags with secret compartments from Gaia & Ko and Go Mats from Funkie Baby (check out the yippee design – fabulous!).

There's bibs, burp clothes, blankets, booties and bedding...and plenty of other things that don't actually begin with 'B'!

Go see for yourself - but don't say we didn't warn you just how lovely it all is!

Perfect Portions range from Babies R Us

The review is now live over on LittleStuff. I didn't like the cups from this range at all, but the bowls really are fab. Totally practical, brilliantly designed, funky colours and bargainous pricing, too - what more could you want??

the Bread is Baking!

Ooohhhh, am LOVING the bread maker. Here, this is this morning's loaf, just a plain ole organic white one - fancy a slice with some butter and jam with your mug o' tea?
D'you know, I haven't bought a shop loaf since I started reviewing this machine for Lakeland... and can't see me reverting any time soon :)