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How to clean children’s shoes
Most of our shoes are made from leather which will look good for longer with some regular cleaning. Here are some simple steps to guide you through cleaning children's shoes: Remove loose dirt and d ...
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How to get shoe polish out of carpets
When you’re busy trying to get your little one’s school shoes looking nice, spilling shoe polish on the carpet can feel like a disaster. However, with quick action and the right techniques, you c ...
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How to clean white shoe soles
When we talk about white soles, we don’t just mean the underside of the shoe that hits the pavement. We also mean the bright white rubber rim that runs around many trainers and canvas styles – the ...
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International Walk to School Month
To celebrate International Walk to School month this October, we’ve teamed up with UK charity Living Streets to highlight their Walk to School campaign that encourages children to get active and help ...
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How to clean white leather trainers
There’s something undeniably fresh about a pair of white trainers - until they’ve spent a day at nursery, the park or on a muddy stomp through the woods. If you’ve ever sighed at the sight of gras ...
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How to keep baby socks on
Keeping baby socks on can often feel like an impossible task. Babies have a knack for wriggling and pulling off their socks, leaving you frustrated and constantly having to search for lost socks. I ...
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Retailer Spotlight: Wards
Wards has served local communities throughout the East Midlands region since its early beginnings in 1954 when Eric Ward opened the family’s first shop in Worksop. Seven decades later, the business i ...
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Best waterproof shoes for kids
When it comes to dealing with wet conditions, it's important to be prepared. Having waterproof jackets and umbrellas to hand is a good start, but don't forget about footwear as wet, cold, and soggy ...
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How to stop sweaty feet
Sweaty feet, also known as plantar hyperhidrosis, can be a common problem for both adults and children. It can be uncomfortable, embarrassing and can even lead to foot odour and fungal infections.
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What to do with old school uniforms
School standards and legislation around uniform requirements are hotly debated and deeply researched. The benefits of wearing a uniform are broad, and it’s widely accepted that they help children t ...
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What is a verruca?
Think your child might have a verruca? Knowing what they look like and how they feel on the foot can help you to make informed decisions about your child’s health - for example, getting them the ri ...
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What is an ingrown toenail?
Feet are fascinating. They are complex structures that help us balance and propel us forward with every step. Caring for our feet is vital to ensure healthy development, and a life free from pain.
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How do flat feet affect you?
Flat feet is a common childhood condition where the arches of the foot flatten against the floor when standing. Many adults have flat feet as well, and in most cases it is nothing to worry about.
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How to wear Chelsea boots
When it comes to timeless children’s footwear, few styles are as versatile as the Chelsea boot. Instantly recognisable by their elastic side panels and sleek shape, Chelsea boots strike the perfe ...
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What are knocked knees?
Childrens’ bodies grow and change at their own rate, especially as they turn into teenagers and puberty kicks in. Knock knees are no different. These are a natural part of a child’s development and ...
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School Shoe Care
Taking care of school shoes School shoe care There’s no doubt that school shoes are pushed to their ultimate limits as kids wear them for hours on end, every day for the entire school year. While o ...
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