We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, Sew Heart Felt‘s felted wool animal slippers are completely divine (don’t even get me started on the rugs), so my eyes popped out on stalks when I saw this pair of elephant wonders, designed exclusively for the V&A. Too cute for words! They also come packaged in a calico bag, making them an ideal gift for a little friend. Available in sizes: 0-1, 1-2 and 2-3, £22, V&A Shop (although you’ll probably end up spending a fortune!) There is also an exclusive peacock design for those with more ornithological leanings. Handmade, eco-friendly and ethically produced too – what’s not to like?

Quut Triplet, £7.49, Toyella

Quut Ballo, £12.99, Toyella

Quut Scoppi, £17.99, Toyella

Heading to the beach this summer? Forget the bog standard bucket and spade – there’s a new gang in town. Quut is a Belgian brand producing what are undoubtedly the coolest beach toys ever. Essentially reinventions of three traditional tools, there’s the Ballo bucket, £12.99, Scoppi spade, £17.99, and Triplet rake, £7.49, these are stylish in the extreme and extremely hardwearing and practical, too. All are made from BPA-, phthalates- and latex-free recyclable materials making them eco-friendly as well as aesthetically pleasing. You can order now for dispatch on 28 June from toy emporium Toyella – I’ll be snapping up a set for our week in Norfolk and I’m sure they’ll be the envy of all on Thornham beach.

Everyone knows babies love a bit of black and white and soft trousers are a baby essential, which makes these joggers/leggings a twofold hit. Love the random graffiti design as well. Available in three sizes: 3-6m, 6-12m and 12-18m, £15, Topshop Mini. There’s also a coordinating top, £15, if you want to do the matchy-matchy thing.

Now the sun is beginning to make an appearance the art of den making is coming it to its own, judging by the amount of times I have had to retrieve my throws and cushions from the garden! So in an attempt to save my textile delights, I have been eyeing up BattleBox whom I was introduced to at an event called Cybher. They have all sorts of adventure related kit, but the one that really caught my eye is the Dangerous Den Kit – sure to make your little ones want to be outside. The kit contains military tarpaulin that is 100% waterproof and UV protected, with plenty of strong rope and steel pegs to secure – it looks fab, and with all the included extras like the flags and signs, is sure to spark their imagination. £49.99 and you know the big kids will love it too! I am thinking it would be great to take camping.

As I was saying yesterday, there are a whole lot of babies due to descend into my social circle soon and I’m thinking the gorgeous Baby Journal: The Story of… by Yasmeen Ismail (Cicada, RRP £14.95) could be the perfect pressie for new parents. I’m well aware that there’s not a whole lot of time for filling out journals when you have a new baby (which is why I’m still loving the Mementobox app), but I do like the quirky nature and the little twists in this one. For example, one spread gives you the option to fill in the names baby was nearly called, there are pages of baby games, little envelopes for keepsakes, you’re invited to write down what makes baby smile, and it’s all beautifully illustrated by Yasmeen Ismail. All in all, it’s a lovely thing that would look just as nice even if you never got round to filling it in! £9.56, Amazon.