Store News


9
Jul 10

Pippi Comes to KIDSEN

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This month, KIDSEN had the pleasure of welcoming Pippi Longstocking to our  latest in-store event.   She was met with some big smiles – and not just from us!  Everyone thoroughly enjoyed her cheeky storytelling, cheery singing and creative drawing sessions.

Created by the legendary Astrid Lindgren, Sweden’s favourite children’s character is as popular today as she was when Pippi was first written in the 40’s. Nine-year-old Pippi is unconventional and assertive. She lives alone with her horse (Lilla Gubbe) and monkey (Herr Nilsson), performs her own acts at the circus, bakes cookies on the floor, and is stronger than anyone in the world! What a refreshing role model for young girls….

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If you would like to be notified of our next in-store event, please drop us a line at events@kidsen.co.uk and we will email you details.

Find Pippi At KIDSEN
KIDSEN stocks a vast range of Pippi Longstocking items, from cookie cutters and miniature Pippi Characters through to Villa Villekulla itself. WE have recently also started stocking ‘Do you know Pippi Longstocking?’ – a great introducion to the orginal Pippi. No fakes here!


3
Jul 10

Easy Riding with Early Rider!

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The sun is shining, the parks are beckoning and according to Boris and Cameron it’s time for everyone to jump on their bike.

If you want your little one to join the two wheel gang, then take a look at the new Early Rider Range.  There’s no pedals and no stabilisers meaning right from the get go, your child focuses purely on learning to balance.

You can check out  Early Rider’s instore at KIDSEN now.  Expect them on our website from 6th July Onwards. 

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25
Jun 10

Big News

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Lots of big news this week.  The Emergency Budget was announced, England got through to the Final 16.  And then we found out that we now face Germany.  But the big story on the lips of those in the know is that Kidsen has just started it’s mid season sale.  Consider yourself now in the know!

Our sale started in store today at 10am and at midnight last night online.  We have some fantastic summer clothes at up to 40% off, but you’ll have to be quick – once they’re gone, they’re gone.  A bit like some of the teams in this world cup!

See Our Mid Season Sale Here


15
Jun 10

Mary McCartney T Shirts

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British celebrities have always been fans of Mini-A-Ture and their wonderful children’s collection. Now, renowned photographer Mary McCartney (and daughter of  ex Beatle Sir Paul McCartney) has joned the Mini A Ture design team to help raise money for charity with her very first t-shirt designs.

She has created two very personal pieces, which have been inspired by her own family. The Unisex Tees feature a hummingbird which symbolizes the love of her late mother, Linda McCartney, as well as a range of words that remind her of her three boys: darling, dearest, honey, sweetheart. Furthermore, in line with Mary’s passionate stance on environmental issues, this season’s charity T-shirts have been made using organic cotton.

We are very happy to lend our support to this project and we now have both t-shirts in stock, both online and in our store.

All the proceeds from the sale of the Tee will go directly to  Sunway Children’s Home, a small orphanage in India, which MINI A TURE has supported since 2005.

To see the Mary McCartney White Striped T Shirt Click Here

To see the Mary McCartney Yellow Striped T Shirt Click Here

Read More About the Sunway Children’s Home:
http://www.sunwaychildren.dk


26
May 10

We’re Ready To Celebrate!

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Brand new to our website and our store are these adorable Swedish National Costumes for kids.  With the Swedish National Day Coming up on June 6th and Midsummer later in the month, they’re the perfect way to get your little ones ready to join the party!

These supercute one piece dresses come with collar, ruched sleeves and a sewn on apron, to make it practical for kids to play and dance in.  Perfect for joining in the celebrations!

See the Kids Swedish National Costumes on our website


19
May 10

Kidsen’s First In Store Event

We started our week here at KIDSEN with a little magic courtesy of our friends at Dream Catcher Parties. We really enjoyed our first in store event as did Fairy Sparkle and all her little helpers.

There was storytelling, musical rattles and some fantastic fairy crowns were made…even the boys enjoyed it. There were no tantrums – just tiaras (in the making).

We plan to have regular free monthly events in collaboration with Dreamcatchers, so watch this space for details as places will be limited.

 


14
May 10

Life at Kidsen

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With Midsummer fast approaching, the new edition of Life West 9 magazine has a big Scandinavian theme this month. Learn how to create a Scandinavian look in your home, pick up some Scandinavian Fashion Tips, cook up a midsummer feast with their featured recipes and of course read about your favourite Scandi store.

Kidsen’s own Corina  gave Life West 9 a very insightful low-down on life at Kidsen including our plans for the future, whilst at the same time reminiscing about childhood in Sweden.

The new edition will be with locals soon.  You’ll also be able to read the interview online.  We’ll post the link here soon!

Quick Update – The New Edition is Now Online – See it Here


28
Apr 10

Summer Shoes!

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We’ve been really busy doing shoe fittings in our Kensal Rise Store this week.  It seems everyone wants to get their kids into some more comfortable footwear now that the sun’s out.

We’re not complaining, we love those scrummy toes!

For those of you that can’t make it to our store, you may want to check out the shoes that we’ve just added to the website.  They include a few of our best sellers…

See our Summer Shoes


17
Apr 10

You Could Win A Brio Sleep Bed

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It’s competition time on the main KIDSEN Website and we’re giving one lucky person the chance to win a gorgeous Brio Bed with our brand new Photo Competition.

For full details visit KIDSEN now.


10
Apr 10

BBC3 Comes to KIDSEN

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Lights, camera, action. BBC 3 popped in last week to film a new episode for their hit series ‘Mad About The House’ – a show about revamping your home.

We enjoyed playing host to the crew and the show’s star – baby Storm, who is hoping for a brand new nursery when the show is finished .  See if you can spot your favourite Scandi Store when the show airs in May. You may spot her wearing the Pink Peltors she picked up whilst visiting KIDSEN.