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The Best Kid’s Garden Furniture to buy this Summer
What may be a plain old garden to us, is an enchanted forest of fun & adventure to our children.Where fish ponds become lakes and grass mounds become mountains, the garden provides a space for their imaginations to run wild. And what better way to get your little ones outside playing with some kid’s garden furniture & toys?
From super-cool climbing frames to playhouses and mud kitchens, there’s plenty to choose from at The Children’s Furniture Company.
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6th Jul 2021
Bunk Beds – The Benefits
Bunk Beds are a great addition to any kid’s bedroom. Whether it’s used for siblings who share or the occasional sleepover, you can’t go wrong with this space-saving children’s bed.So, why opt for Bunk Beds?Bunk Beds aren’t just for shared bedrooms anymore! They can be used for sleepovers, extra seating space and much more.But we know what you’re thinking… Are you worried they’ll be too tall or take up too much space? Perhaps your on the fence about your children sharing a bedroom. Or, if it’s fo
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21st Jun 2021
What’s the difference between a cabin bed, mid sleeper and high sleeper?
Confused about all the fancy children’s beds out there? Here’s our guide explaining the difference between a cabin bed, mid sleeper and high sleeper…There are plenty of options when shopping around for a kid’s bed, but is that a good thing or a bad thing? Sometimes too much choice can be overwhelming.So, if you’re looking for something with a bit more wow-factor than a traditional single bed, that’s still practical for children, then you’re bound to come across Cabin Beds, Mid Sleepers and High
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12th Jun 2021
Children’s Playdate & Sleepover Essentials
The sun is shining, birds are singing and COVID restrictions are coming to an end. So, what does the end of lockdown mean for us parents? Social lives are back! (That is, the kid’s social lives, not ours…)Children will be resuming their once sociable lives, and we’re forecasting a summer filled with birthday parties, play dates and exciting activities… After months of only seeing their friends in school, they’ll be itching to invite them round to play and you’ll once again be hearing the words “
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4th Jun 2021
Top 6 Children’s Beds by Lifetime Kids
We’re so excited to be stocking a new collection of children’s beds and other furniture, including wardrobes and desks, from Danish children’s furniture brand, Lifetime Kids. Their incredible designs include beach house & tree house beds, play towers, built-in slides and much more, without compromising on quality or practicality – Lifetime Kids put the FUN in function. Take a look at some our favourite beds from the new range, all of which are now available at TCFC. Best Mid SleeperThe Hideout M
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21st May 2021
The Ultimate Guide to Organised Kid’s Drawers
Spring is almost over, but there’s still time to do your Spring cleaning & organising. We all know how satisfying it is to come home to a sparkling clean & tidy house, but with all the toys and clothes kids have these days, organised kid’s drawers can be difficult to achieve…We love nothing more than some handy tidying, organising or folding tips! So, we’ve teamed up with some of our favourite influencers to show you some amazing storage solutions for your kid’s clothes, toys, books and more!@ma
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11th May 2021
Top ten science experiments to do with kids
Science week is nearly upon us, so it’s time for some fun science experiments at home that can satisfy the most curious of minds. Here are ten tried and tested experiments that you can do with the kiddies using everyday household items, some you can even eat – bonus!All of these experiments should be supervised by a friendly adult as some contain lit flames, boiling water and acids.1) Orange FizzTeaches Kids About: ChemistryDifficulty Level: EasyMessiness Level: LowMaterials:An O
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23rd Feb 2021
The Captain’s bed: the Ultimate Space Saving bed
What is a Captain’s bed?A captain’s bed is a bed which sits on top of both storage drawers and a pull-out trundle mattress. It is the ultimate in space-saving savviness, allowing maximum storage for small spaces. Captain’s beds are typically slightly higher off the ground than a standard single bed to account for the storage and mattress underneath. Our Jango Captain’s bed Why is it called a Captain’s bed?As the name implies, the inspiration for the Captain’s bed desig
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23rd Feb 2021
7 Creative DIY Ideas Using your Delivery Pallets
Many of your deliveries will be arriving on pallets at the moment due to Covid-19 meaning we’ve had to amend our delivery method for the time being. We know for many of you this may be an inconvenience, so we’ve pulled together our favourite DIY Ideas using pallets, in the hope they inspire you to get crafty with your pallet delivery!Make a garden planterThis idea can be as full of colour and happiness as you like, for you and the children to enjoy. For the first one, paint the pallets any colou
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23rd Feb 2021
5 ideas for a child friendly garden
If you feel grateful for having a lovely outdoor space and garden, you can be 100% positive that your kids will benefit from this amazing space even more. You’ll want to ensure your garden is child friendly to make it the safest and most fun it can be.Spending time in the open, breathing fresh air, getting much-needed physical activity, and simply experiencing the world around them is crucial for healthy childhood development, and all this can be achieved in the safety and comfort of your own h
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23rd Feb 2021