Playing Alfresco! Stylish Mini Outdoor Toys & Homeware for Kids

MG is a sun bunny who would happily spend his entire day outside in the garden. Throughout the winter months he stares longingly out of the windows, making up for time as soon as the weather heats up. No bad thing, it’s proven babies and pre-schoolers learn by new experiences and being outdoors is a fundamental human experience, often forgotten in the bustle of metropolitan living. The rustle of leaves, bumble bees buzzing for pollen, expansive fluffy clouds and a gust of summer breeze are all important learning sensations, giving our mini me’s fresh understanding of the world they live in.

This summer amplify their alfresco experiences with garden-friendly mini homeware and toys. Now, you know me, I’m a sucker for style as well as practicality. So, I’ve picked out my favourite buys which ooze gorgeousness, making their world just as cute on the outside as it is indoors. Pssst…. a simple bottle of bubbles or a basin of water and a jug are the empty cardboard box alternatives for little kids’ outdoor play and a sterling solution for easy entertainment when you’re not at home.

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Ok Design Acapulco Mini £170, Mini Objects of Desire

Mammut Children’s Table £27, IKEA

Cowboy Teepee £25, Early Learning Centre

Summer Colours Paddling Pool £19.99, John Lewis

Life’s a Party Original Dutch Bunting 11.5m £32.50, Not on the High Street

Watering Can £7.99, H&M

Saucer Swing and Canopy Set £99.95, Smyths Toys

Bouncy Cow Happy Hopper £21.99 (+PP), Happy Hoppers (Do not leave these outside or you will discover them mauled by foxes overnight – not a pretty sight)