Kids London - June 29, 2009

New Order

Nubie Online Boutique Launches

You did some funny stuff, blossomed for nine months and, lo and behold, you have a newbie in your arms.

The easy part’s over: now you need to entertain the new arrival. Look to Nubie, a new online store offering a lovable range of toys, clothing and kit from independent designers for kids of all ages. From CuddleBug bath towels and Dwell stroller blankets to Donna Wilson’s quirky soft toys and Flatout comforters, Nubie stocks classic essentials and trendy must-haves.

The company sends orders to both the UK and Europe, so should you need emergency fun-aids whilst on holiday, panic not.

You can easily command another delightful delivery.

Available online at nubie.co.uk.

GOBBLE
Outsider Tart Opens
What: Boutique bakery company’s first high street store sells brownies, cupcakes, cookies and ice cream; unusual flavours abound (Coca-Cola cake, anyone?).
Why: Sugar and spice = all things nice.
When: Opens Wednesday. Tues-Sun, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where:  83 Chiswick High Rd.,W4 2EF (020 7096 1609).

STIR
Chocolate Workshop
What: Chocolatier Bethany Hughes leads cheflets (ages 5-9) in the art of the sweet stuff.
Why: It’s a golden ticket.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-noon.
Where: The Kitchen, 275 New Kings Rd., SW6 4RD. To book, call 020 7736 8067.

PLAY
The Grateful Thread
What: East London company launches soft toy guitars for little headbangers.
Why: A guaranteed hit.
When: Strum’s the word.
Where: Online at the-gratefulthread.com.