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There are few things more pleasurable than seeing your child’s delighted face on Christmas morning. Reward for all the hard slog you’ve no doubt put in beforehand! Although a time of joy and celebration, Christmas can bring the best of us to our knees. People to see, places to go, presents to organise, finding space for that stockpile of food…the list goes on.  You might think that amongst all this chaos, the last thing you’ll have time for is a festive bedroom makeover.  Think again. Making sure your child has a bedroom filled with Christmas cheer could be the best 30 minutes you’ll ..

We’ve all been there. It’s Friday night, a couple of school friends have come over for dinner and they’ve all had a fabulous time. Then comes the inevitable question. “Can we have a sleepover!?” (in chorus of course!) You sort of expected this to happen but naively hoped they would think it best not to bother you with such things on a Friday night. And pigs might fly. So after completing all the relevant phone calls and squaring it with your fellow parent, you set about finding that pesky blow up mattress you took camping approximately a year before. Forget all those TV dramas you were h..

A child’s bedroom is usually a messy bedroom. Scattered toys on the floor, clothes strewn anywhere but in the wardrobe and an assortment of random shoes dumped here, there and everywhere – none of which make a pair. To see the bedroom you so lovingly put together turn into a jumbled heap on a daily basis, can be very annoying! You’ve gone from tidying up each day, to simply closing the door instead. Out of sight out of mind. There is another way to deal with your child’s penchant for mess however. Having children’s furniture which contains storage that is easily accessible could make all..

Children are the biggest hoarders of all. Their piles of toys, books and bears grows along with them for those first few years at least. Most of this paraphernalia may lie untouched for months but woe betide the brave warrior who tries to remove any it! Cue plenty of tears.  And don’t even mention the clothes…  So if you can’t sneak out the surplus under the cover of darkness what’s the solution? Maximise your storage of course! At Little Lucy Willow we know just how essential it is to make sure your children’s furniture is practical as well as stunning with great storage options f..

Furnishing a child’s bedroom can be fun and exciting, with so many colours, themes and fabrics to choose from. But unless you have endless pots of money - and time - to continually update the décor and furniture, you may want to think carefully before embarking on a huge ‘princess’ project. As boring as it may sound to your child, it makes financial sense to try and create a room that won’t date too quickly. This doesn’t make your task any easier however. It requires extremely careful planning and coordination to bring all elements of your vision together in an effective and interesting way..

Decorating the nursery is a very exciting time for new mums. Creating a comfortable and safe space for baby is always top priority - but delightful décor comes a very close second! For most mums this means getting completely carried away with every teddy bear, bell and whistle imaginable. As lovely as that is, it also helps to leave space in those plans to consider the world of toddlerhood too, so there won’t be a vast amount to change when the time comes. The early months of motherhood are often a blur of feeding, soothing and snatched hours of sleep. But before you know it, y..

If your child’s bedroom is a little on the small side it’s probably going to need the most work. Aside from choosing the right bed, furniture and décor to suit a small room, children tend to have a mountain of paraphernalia which they seldom want to part with! With this in mind it pays to make sure you maximise every inch of their available space. We’ve put together a few ideas to help you get those little rooms just right and create a stunning space that your child will love to call their very own.     Mirror mirror on the wall… Natural light can make or break a r..

Your child’s bedroom is arguably the most important room in your home. Whether playing, working or sleeping, it’s the one space your little one gets to call their very own. A happy bedroom makes a happy child. With this in mind, it pays to get it right and create a room that is calming yet stimulating, organised, yet relaxed. Striking the right balance is key, but where do you begin? Perhaps the most sensible thing to consider first is how to maximise your available space. Whether it’s a single or double bed you require, bookcase or bedside cabinet, it’s important to know your limitatio..

There’s still time to pack those personalised stockings with something cute or cuddly from our gorgeous children’s gifts collection. Whether you child is three or thirteen, we have something to delight them this Christmas. Take your pick from stationery, lunch bags, picture frames and keepsakes plus many, many more fantastic fillers for those all important stockings! Here are a few of our favourites…   Colour changing umbrellas Watch the pretty pictures on the umbrella change colour when it rains, then change back again when the storm is over. An entertaining gift for any c..

If you want your child to sleep exceptionally well on Christmas Eve then we can help…   At Little Lucy Willow, we have lots of comfortable, luxurious - and very beautiful - beds, so your child will sleep soundly while Santa gets on with delivering those goody bags undisturbed!     Looby Lou Collection     Comfortable children’s beds   To have a really good night’s sleep, children need a spacious yet secure place to rest their weary heads. Our beds tick both boxes and are extremely comfortable too - especially when purchased along with a luxurious pocket sprung..

      What could be better than closing the curtains, lighting the fire and settling in with the family for some quality Saturday night television? Snacks in hand of course. We all love a bit of TV but do we realise just how damaging our children’s ever increasing screen time could be?   A future of health problems? Scientists from the University of California say that children who spend more than four hours a day in front of a screen are four times more likely to suffer cardiovascular diseases in later life. Anger issues? A study at the University of Michigan fou..

Daisy Brambles Combination Wardrobe     We’re great communicators - Our friendly team is ready and waiting for your call! Whether you have a query about our children’s bedroom furniture, or are simply looking for advice, we look forward to hearing from you. If you do like what you see and decide to place an order with us, our two-man delivery team will contact you a few days in advance of your intended delivery date. They will confirm a day and time for delivery and will also arrange to call you 30 minutes before they arrive if you so wish.     We love a challenge - If y..

At Little Lucy Willow, we’re not in the business of wishing our lives away, but sometimes you just have to plan ahead. Dare I say it...Christmas is coming and if you’re looking to overhaul your child’s bedroom in time for the big day, it might be best to get the ball rolling now! The lead time on our children’s furniture is typically 5-8 weeks as it is handmade to order in our UK factory. So if you want to measure up, decide what you need and choose your preferred exclusive collection in plenty of time for our Christmas deadline, take a look at what we’ve got to offer. Whether you have a..

A good night's sleep means a good day at school! View our children's beds.     Going back to school, or going for the very first time, can be extremely nerve wracking for children, but it can also be a trying time for parents too. You might be worried that your little one won’t be able to cope without you, or they’ll get swept aside in the mayhem of lunchtime and end up with a rumbling tum! You might be concerned they will crumble without their favourite teddy for comfort or they will struggle to fit in...   To ease your worries we’ve put together a list of tips, with the h..