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Today’s post written by Miki

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Time for more luscious kids bedding – hurrah!  And I think you’ll be pleased to see what I’ve saved for Part II of this post (if you missed Part I, click here).

Starting off today’s field we have Boodalee, in-store now at Ekidna Kids. With striking, eye-catching designs, the Boodalee range features 250 thread count 100% cotton percale, and it’s dyed using a special process to ensure superior colourfastness.  Refreshingly modern and heartwarmingly colourful, this is a range for just about any child and home!

We all love chic homegrown Aussie brand mill&mia, but did you know that they do bed linen as well as their stunning range of clothing?  Yep, they sure do – and it’s as slick as the rest of their range. Starting from $67.50 for a cot duvet or sheet set, there’s a big range of colours and subtle patterns to choose from.

Another seriously stylish Australian brand is Zero+ Designs.  Designed by two mums (one whose background was in retail and the other an interior designer), the range is fresh and modern while incorporating traditional elements – think trucks and butterflies – in a funky new way.  There’s also a truly excellent range of bedding accessories such as cushions, sheet sets and so on.

More homegrown goodness is up next, with sproutdesigns.  Oh my oh my, how I love this brand! There’s a drool-worthy range of hand-screenprinted fabrics and products (all designed and made in Australia of course), and the bedding range has to be seen to be believed.  You should also check out the fabulous selection of room accessories, and for the crafty ones amongst us, you’ll be thrilled to know that sproutdesigns’ fabrics are available by the metre.

The Living Textiles Company has a decent range of products stocked at 9 Months Waiting, and this is an excellent option if you’re after a sweet, traditional design for your nursery.  Once again, this is an Australian-owned company who use only 100% cotton percale, and who rigorously test their products to ensure quality and value for money.

If you want to give your nursery that WOW factor then go for a real investment piece – you’re bound to find a perfect set at Miss Tati & Friends.  Not only is there an enormous selection of cot and single bedding of exceptional quality imported from the US, almost all of it is 40+% off! Miss Tati & Friends also stock a lovely range from Red Plum Linen, another Australian classic.

Lastly but most certainly not leastly is Cot Couture.  An Adelaide-based custom range, Cot Couture is distinctive not only for the spectacular range of fabrics available but also for the fact that the customer can request any combination they like.  Most of the Cot Couture comforters are reversible, meaning that simply flipping over the comforter will create a whole new look.  Ingenious!

There are a couple of special deals running on Cot Couture at the moment: firstly, there’s a sale section on the CC site of ends-of-line fabrics – comforters ordered in these are $125, down from $185. Next, if you want a different fabric, have a look at the range stocked at Chic Mother & Baby as you can take 10% off Cot Couture there using the code ‘VIPJoff’ until June 30.

a. Boodalee Circus Duvet & Sham Set, $249.95 from Ekidna Kids
b. Boodalee Castle Duvet & Sham Set, $249.95 from Ekidna Kids
c. mill&mia Bed Linen – Blue/White Spot, $97.50 for single size from mill&mia online store
d. Zero+ Designs Bedspread – Fairy Floss, $189.00 from Zero Plus Designs online store
e. sproutdesign Giraffe Quilt Cover + Sham, $250.00 from sproutdesign online store
f. Living Textiles 3 Piece Cot Sheet Set – Sea Of Dreams, $69.95 from 9 Months Waiting
g. Rue Cler 3 Piece Cot Set, $815.00 from Miss Tati & Friends
h. Living Textiles 3 Piece Bassinet/Cradle Set – Bella Butterfly, $59.95 $51.00 from 9 Months Waiting

As always, please check individual sites for postage details, and have a look at the KidStyleFile All Current Deals page to make sure you’re getting the best deal on your purchase.

Today’s post written by Angela

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The criteria for great bed linen for babies and kids is quite demanding – you want the softest feel, yet the highest durability, designs with good longevity that will stay the distance from cute bubba to grown-up big boy or girl, accessories that help you create a cohesive look, and finally (and critically) a pricetag that won’t break the bank.

Ditch all compromises and swing over to Zero+ Designs – www.zeroplusdesigns.com.au – where you’ll find all these problems solved, and a great sale on selected products to boot! Until 5 May Extended until 24 May, 2009 you can score a massive 50% off 100% cotton doona covers, and fitted bed valances (available in single, king single, and double sizes). No code needed, prices are as marked.

Zero+ Designs is a young Australian company comprised of two mums, Tania and Suzanne. BC (Before Children) Tania worked in retail, and Suzanne had an interior design business. During the process of decorating Tania’s boys’ bedrooms, the pair came up with a plan to fill the gap in the market for little people’s interior needs, and design and produce a range of funky lifestyle products for baby and child.

The Zero+ Designs range is the stylish, and infinitely practical, result: all doona designs are reversible, bed valances – like hen’s teeth to find for kid’s beds – are fitted to keep a clean look (and hide clutter) and you can buy everything else you need to get a designer look for your child’s room: Zero + Designs stock a great range of co-ordinating decorator accessories, including floor cushions, curtains, decorating panels, and more.

Zero+ Designs also do a great range for babies: their cot sheet sets ($59.95) come with 2 fitted sheets to the pack (so you’re not wasting money on a top sheet you never really use) and the cot blankets ($59.95) are in soft, neutral colours, just perfect for little babies, and a great gift idea. The gorgeous, and deliciously soft, ‘Sleepy Suits‘ and 2-Piece Kimono Suits are luxury items at everyday prices at just $29.95 apiece.

Also check the boys and girls underwear basics, which come in packs of 3 underpants for just $19.95, with matching singlet-style tops in packs of 3, also for a low $19.95 per pack.

You won’t find better quality or value anywhere. Hit up Zero+ Designs quick, before there’s nothing left!

Zero + Designs ‘Square Space’ Reversible Doona Cover – Single Bed $130.00 50% off NOW $65.00
Zero + Designs 100% cotton corduroy fitted valance in Charcoal (also available in Aqua) – Single Bed $128.00 50% off NOW $64.00
Matching sheet sets, cushions, curtains and accessories sold separately.

Zero + Designs ‘Big Tipper’ Reversible Doona Cover – Single Bed $130.00 50% off NOW $65.00
Zero + Designs 100% cotton corduroy fitted valance in Charcoal (also available in Aqua) – Single Bed $128.00 50% off NOW $64.00
Matching sheet sets, cushions, curtains and accessories sold separately.

Zero + Designs ‘Butterfly Magic’ Reversible Doona Cover – Single Bed $130.00 50% off NOW $65.00
Zero + Designs 100% cotton corduroy fitted valance in Pink (also available in Aqua and Charcoal) – Single Bed $128.00 50% off NOW $64.00
Matching sheet sets, cushions, curtains and accessories sold separately.

Zero + Designs ‘Fairy Floss’ Reversible Doona Cover – Single Bed $130.00 50% off NOW $65.00
Zero + Designs 100% cotton corduroy fitted valance in Pink (also available in Aqua and Charcoal) – Single Bed $128.00 50% off NOW $64.00
Matching sheet sets, cushions, curtains and accessories sold separately.

Zero + Designs charge Australia Post rates based on weight. Charges are calculated at checkout. International orders are warmly received. Please see the Zero + Designs Order FAQ for full details on shipping and delivery.