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Freia’s Cozy, Colorful Corner in the Master Bedroom
Name: Freia Location: Berkeley, California Room Size: Tiny! Her corner is probably 5′ x 5′ feet at most, but it is part of our main bedroom (that part is probably 6′ x 8′) When I first discovered little Freia’s nursery, I never would have guessed it was but a tiny corner of the master bedroom in mom Audrey’s two-bedroom rental.
Jul 14, 2014
9 Fun DIY Projects for Backyard Movie Nights
I don’t know about you, but I’d say that we see our friends and family about 100 times more in the summer than we do in the colder months of the year. There’s something about warm weather and the freedom to go outdoors that brings people together. It’s a time to foster community and friendship, to break bread and build relationships.
Jul 1, 2014
Cheap Summer Fun: 10 Alternative Uses for Your Plastic Kiddie Pool
We’re pinching our pennies to save up for a down payment on a new home for our family, so I’ve been trying to find some ideas for summer fun on a budget. Of course, there’s the park, climbing trees, and rolling down grassy hills, but sometimes you need something a little extra-ordinary. A friend of mine posted a photo of her little guy playing in his kiddie pool, but instead of being filled with water it was full of corn – genius!
Jun 17, 2014
There’s Still Time to DIY: 10 Last-Minute Father’s Day Projects, Crafts, & Printables
I don’t know about you, but Father’s Day has kind of snuck up on me! I’ve been scouring the web furiously this morning for some simple and inexpensive things that the kids and I can do to make his day feel special. Here are a few of my favorites that you still have time to make before Sunday… 1. Printable Father’s Day Tags from A Subtle Revelry 2. Free Printable Poster from Confetti Sunshine 3. Paint Chip Father’s Day Banner by Modern Parents Messy Kids 4.
Jun 13, 2014
Maxwell’s Mix of Old & New
Name: Maxwell Location: Austin, Texas Room Size: 200 square feet My favorite nurseries include a mix of old and new, handmade pieces and family heirlooms. Baby Maxwell’s nursery is a perfect example. With a trendy triangle accent wall, a classic Jenny Lind crib, vintage dresser/changing table, and loads of DIY projects throughout the space, the space feels like it was put together over time rather than lifted from a showroom floor. How would you describe the look and feel of this room?
Jun 11, 2014
7 Creative Ideas to Make an Outdoor Oasis for Kids this Summer
With warm weather finally here, the wheels in my mind have been turning thinking of fun ways to get my little ones outdoors as much as possible. Of course there’s the park down the street, our little plastic play pool, and the tree my four-year-old loves to climb, but I’d love to come up with something fresh for a little added fun.
Jun 3, 2014
Johnny and Freddie’s Cozy Collected Shared Room
Name: Johnny (3.5) and Freddie (7) Location: Mt Eliza, Victoria, Australia Room Size: 12′ x 10′ I tend to think of myself as an “eclectic” person when it comes to decor – mainly meaning that I can’t settle on a particular style. I love the clean lines and fresh colors of modern spaces but at the same time am drawn to the warmth and coziness of a more rustic design.
May 29, 2014
30 DIY Projects to Spruce Up Your Kid’s Room on a Budget
Sometimes I come across an adorable kid’s room on Pinterest and get the urge to spruce up my girls’ rooms a bit. Unfortunately money is tight these days and spending money on a new lamp or cute print is just not in the budget. That’s when I usually start getting creative and try to come up with projects that I can complete on the cheap.
May 29, 2014
Wyatt’s Bright & Bold Abode
Name: Wyatt (6 Months) Location: Tustin, California Room Size: 10×12 ft While I’m not usually a fan of primary-colored nurseries, I was absolutely smitten from the moment I stumbled across this happy space that Whitney Johnson created for her baby boy, Wyatt. By starting with a black and white base and adding small pops of primary colors throughout the space, she kept the room feeling colorful and happy without making it feel too saturated or busy.
May 16, 2014
Ruby的华丽迷人的怒rsery
名称:Ruby地点:山谷村庄,CA房间大小:12′ x 12′ Ruby’s nursery had me at hello. From the glamorous chandelier to the pattern play throughout the space, it isn’t your typical baby room by any stretch of the imagination. Even though the space looks very high-end, I love that Ruby’s mom Rachelle was able to save some money by searching sites like Craigslist and Etsy for budget-friendly versions of the pricier pieces that she loved.
May 7, 2014
A Small, Smart Space for Judah & Layla
Name: Judah (4) & Layla (3) Location: Senoia, Georgia Room Size: 110 sq ft Judah and Layla’s shared space is about the same size as my daughter’s small nursery (albeit a bit taller), so I was amazed with how their mother Keight was able to make the space serve so many different functions. It’s a bedroom, a playroom, an arts and crafts space, and a general hangout.
May 3, 2014
10 Lovely Homes that Display their Children’s Artwork Proudly
Let me let you in on a little secret…filling your home with beautiful artwork can be easier and cheaper than you think. Just give a paint set to the smallest artist in your life and let them have at it. Add a frame, create a gallery wall, or just tape it to the wall willy nilly – it matters not. The important part is to find a place that is deserving of its inhabitance.
Apr 29, 2014
My Small Home: Lauren’s Small Space Solutions
1000 square feet for a family of four sounds completely reasonable, but these days, it’s started to feel a bit cramped. As our family has grown we’ve simply had to get more creative with how we organize our space. While we’re very lucky to have three bedrooms, two of them lack a real closet space and are very oddly shaped. (The joys of living in an older home!).
Apr 15, 2014
Nurseries in the Master Bedroom
Although my husband and I shared our bedroom with each of our babes for a little over three months, we knew it was a temporary solution, and, as such, no decor changes were made to our adult haven. But what if there is no other nursery waiting for your little bundle of joy? Here are some inspiring ideas for carving out a special space for your baby without making it feel like your room has been taken over by baby safari animals, primary colors, and cutesy prints: 1.
Apr 11, 2014
Addison’s White & Bright Charmer
Name: Addison (5) Location: Dallas, TX Room Size: 12×14 There are so many things about Addison’s room that I love – the bright, white color palette, pops of fun color, and the amazing marquee letter to name a few. But perhaps the most impressive thing is that her mom, Ginny, was able to create such a happy, vibrant, and personal space in their lovely rental home.
Apr 8, 2014
Jack’s Modern Adventurous Abode
名称:杰克(3)地点:达拉斯,TX房间大小:11x 12′ How do you blend a modern aesthetic with the wild spirit of a romping, play-in-the-dirt three-year-old boy? Just ask Ginny Chase of Chasing Sunshine. She artfully created a clean, modern black and white bedroom for her son Jack without losing any of the playfulness or fun that comes along with being three – no small feat as a renter.
Apr 7, 2014
15 Spring-Themed Crafts, DIY Projects, & Printables
Spring has (finally) sprung! I don’t know about you, but I felt like that polar vortex was going to go on forever. But all things must come to an end, and we just enjoyed our first weekend full of sunshine. All of that Vitamin D has made me realize that I need to get cracking if I’m going to have the Easter baskets and spring projects completed before summer rolls around.
Apr 2, 2014
Emerson’s Soft, Sweet Space
Name: Emerson (6 Months) Location: Tulsa, OK I am a photographer and blogger in Tulsa, OK, and my client, Lindsey Greer, hired me to take photos of her newborn baby girl, Emerson. I was able to get some great photos of Emerson’s nursery, and when I asked Lindsey if she would be willing to share them on Apartment Therapy, she was thrilled! The nursery is beautiful – I couldn’t pass on the opportunity to share.
Apr 2, 2014
A Well-Traveled Room for Twins
Name: Twin Girls Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA This room has been around the world! It has been recreated three times since our twins were born. We’ve been able to transfer the drapes, crib and artwork from a tiny bedroom in Hong Kong, to a sunny room in Sydney, Australia, and now it’s reincarnated once again in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Mar 25, 2014
25 DIY Makeovers for Outdated Furniture
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of rescuing an old piece of furniture. Whether that means bringing it back to its former glory, or giving it a funky new look, it’s often cheaper than buying a new piece and great for the environment. Plus you get a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture that’s bound to become a great conversation piece in your home. Here are 25 mini makeovers that you can try to save an outdated piece of furniture: ROW ONE 1.
Mar 19, 2014
Henrik’s Bright, Colorful Abode
Name: Henrik Location: Utah Room Size: “I’m so bad at guessing.” What happens when you combine your child’s personality with a keen eye for decorating and a little ingenuity? Pure magic. That’s exactly what mom, Meta Coleman of One More Mushroom did when she designed her son Henrik’s room. Henrik loves pirates, ships, and exploring, so Meta chose Ralph Lauren’s Out to Sea wallpaper to set the tone for the space.
Mar 18, 2014
6 Tips for Saving Money on Everyday Expenses
Thinking back, I blush at how naive my husband and I were when we purchased our first home. There were so many things we failed to take into account as we rushed headlong into home ownership. We may have learned the hard way, but since then we’ve discovered just how expensive it can be to run a household — whether you own or rent. Now that I’m off work for a year with our children, we’ve had to scale back even more to make ends meet.
Mar 17, 2014
10 Mindful Habits for a Lighter Life
A disorganized and cluttered home can quickly become a huge source of stress that can rob us of the ability to live life to the fullest. Of course we all want a lighter life, but what is the key to truly achieving it? Streamlining your home and developing the rituals needed to keep it that way can allow you to come home to a peaceful and relaxing environment instead of feeling overwhelmed the instant you turn the key in the door.
Mar 14, 2014
5 Things to Avoid for a Good Night’s Sleep
As a mother of two tiny people, sleep is a topic that is very near and dear to my heart. Although I often worry that no matter what good habits I follow, I may never sleep again, it doesn’t stop me from trying. Regardless of the reasons your slumber may be suffering, here are five important things to avoid in order to ensure a restful night of sleep. 1. A Busy Mind Unwanted thoughts, anxiety, and worry are all top contributors to insomnia and restless sleep.
2014年3月12日
20 of the Best Filing Cabinets
Just because a piece of furniture needs to be functional doesn’t mean that it can’t be beautiful as well. Here are a few of my favorite hardworking and good-looking pieces for storing your important files and documents: 1. Dang File Pedestal: Blu Dot 2. Modular File Cabinet: West Elm 3. Catalina File: YLiving 4. Winsome Halifax Mobile File Cabinet: Kohls 5. Titanium Classified Lateral File: Heartwork 6. TPS Aqua File Cabinet: CB2 7. Modulicious Lateral File: 2 Modern 8.
Mar 11, 2014
Your Home is Making You Late: 12 Things You Can Do the Night Before
I don’t know about you, but I’m definitely not a morning person, so I probably hit the snooze button a half dozen times before actually getting out of bed. This means that I have a very small window of time in which to get ready and get out of the house in the morning. To combat this time crunch, I try to streamline my morning routine by prepping as much as possible the night before. Here are a few key things that you can do around the house the night before to avoid being late. 1.
Mar 10, 2014
Big List of Tips for a Less-Stinky Home: How to Manage Pet Odors
宠物——我们爱他们像家人,但让我们面对现实吧: we could do without all of the smells that come along with them. From litter boxes to bad breath to just general pet odor, these animal funks can, unfortunately, become the one thing guests remember most about your home, no matter how well decorated it may be. Here are a few of my favorite tips on getting rid of pet smells, from the simple to the extreme.
Mar 7, 2014
Cottage Chic Meets Glam in Wren’s Room
Name: Wren Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Room Size: 130 square feet I’ve followed Holly Baker of In the Fun Lane for years now, and have always admired her style. She masterfully combines the cottage/shabby chic aesthetic with a more glam/modern look throughout her home, and her daughter Wren’s room is no exception. How would you describe the look and feel of this room?
Mar 4, 2014
Before & After: Carter’s Nursery Grows Up
Kim wanted to update her son Carter’s nursery into a big boy room. They never used the room except for sleeping, and it was stuffed with forgotten gifts and baby gear. Kim knew she wanted the new space to be light and airy and to reflect Carter’s personality and interests, so she painted the walls a bright white, added a splash of Carter’s favorite color on the ceiling, and added fresh accessories: What a stunning transformation! Thank you Kim!
Feb 28, 2014
Kick the Cabin Fever: 24 Budget-Friendly Ideas for Indoor Play
If you’re one of the unlucky ones to be caught in the middle of the Polar Vortex, odds are that you’re suffering from a bit of cabin fever. And with kids that can become a real problem. If you’re on a tight budget like me, new toys and trips to Gymboree are simply not an option.
Feb 25, 2014
Lauren’s List: Baby Items I’m Glad I Bought & Ones I Wish I Hadn’t
Now that our second baby is getting close to a year old, It’s become much clearer what items we really used and which ones collected dust during her infancy. The funny thing is, the list is completely different than the one I would’ve given to you with our first daughter. It just goes to show you that every baby is different. Nonetheless, here is my list of our most and least utilized baby items this time around: 1.
Feb 19, 2014
Aidan’s Dreamy Room in Germany
Name: Aidan Location: Northern Germany in Hannover Room Size: 4.7 x 3.2 meters (15 x 10 feet) I’m a long-time fan of the work of Holly Becker of Decor8, so I was thrilled to find out she was pregnant and working on a nursery. By choosing the main focal points first, like the stunning Kite wallpaper by Ferm Living and the gorgeous crib by Oeuf, Holly was able to work from there to create a dreamy and cohesive gender-neutral space for baby Aidan.
Feb 18, 2014
Before & After: Finn’s Bright and Airy Nursery Transformation
With baby Finn on the way, mom Kelli of Purple Tree Photography wanted to transform the family’s unused third bedroom into a nursery for their new addition. After many coats of paint and a lot of hard work, the space has been transformed into a bright and airy oasis for their beautiful baby boy. I think my favorite part is the pop of color in the small nook above the crib – it went from being the biggest eyesore of the space to its greatest asset.
Feb 13, 2014
Ivy and Marlow’s Charming Vintage Haven
Name: Ivy and Marlow Location: London, United Kingdom Room Size: 13′ x 13′ feet The simple white color palette that forms the base of sisters Ivy and Marlow’s bedroom really highlights the stunning architectural details of this beautiful London home. Wooden accents and colorful textiles add warmth and charm to the space, while the clean-lined furniture and modern accessories keep the room feeling fresh.
Feb 4, 2014
5 Strategies to Keep the House Clean (and Your Sanity Intact!) with Young Kids
I don’t know about you, but my kids are not the type to sit and play quietly on their own while I tidy up the house. My oldest daughter (soon to be four) is my constant shadow – if I’m not sitting on the floor playing princess or barn with her she likes to get involved in whatever it is that I am doing. Whether it’s cooking, putting the baby down for a nap, or cleaning – she’s there too.
Feb 4, 2014
Cruz’s Modern Geometric Masterpiece
Name: Cruz Stanton Barros Location: Murrieta, California Room Size: 13′ x 10′ When I learned that Priscila Barros, editor-in-chief of Babiekins Magazine was pregnant, I knew that an amazing nursery was in the works. By combining modern geometric patterns with warm colors and textures, she and decorator Amy Fjeldsted created a cozy vibe for her son Cruz that is perfectly on trend.
Jan 30, 2014
Taming Toys: Tips to Keep Your Home from Looking Like a Toy Store Explosion
Last week I wrote about the how and why of my mission to tackle toys in my home. It’s important to me to find a healthy balance between adult and children’s things in our home as well as to provide an environment for my daughters that encourages imagination and exploration. Whenever I face a parenting dilemma, one of my first instincts is to ask for the advice of other mothers, so I checked in with some of my favorite design-conscious moms on how they tame toys in their home.
Jan 28, 2014
25个鼓舞人心的想法:旧的玩具
所以你看完玩具、排序,chosen some to part with. Now what? You could donate them, do a toy swap, hide them away for a while, or trash them. But another fun idea I’ve come across recently is to repurpose those once-treasured toys. I’ve rounded up twenty-five inspiring ideas for repurposing your little one’s unwanted play things, from the practical to the outrageous and everything in between. 1. Build an island with Lego 2.
Jan 14, 2014
Taming Toys: A Fresh Start for 2014
The day after Christmas, I looked around my house and thought to myself, “What have we done?” I thought we had been reasonable in what we had purchased for our daughters this year – some blocks, books, a pirate ship, and some things for their play kitchen and dollhouse, but I totally forgot about all of the toys they get from grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends. It was completely overwhelming, not only for me, but for my girls as well.
Jan 8, 2014
Olive’s Creatively Colorful Abode
Name: Olive Sydney Location: Florence, Alabama Room Size: 12′ x15′ I’m often conflicted when it comes to children’s spaces in that I love the clean, bright aesthetic of a white space, but I’m also partial to bold color. So when I came across this room from parents Tera and Wes of Armosa Studios, I was thrilled to find the best of both worlds. How would you describe the look and feel of this room? The look of the room is bright and happy.
Jan 7, 2014
Lauren’s Cure: Tying Up Loose Ends
We’ve done a lot of work on our little house since we bought it back in 2006 — knocked down walls, installed hardwood flooring, replaced the roof, furnace, hot water heater, painted every room in the house and then repainted most of them…the list goes on. In spite of all of this, not one room in our house feels completely finished. There are loose ends everywhere, and it’s driving me crazy!
Jan 2, 2014
A No-Rules Nursery in the Netherlands
Name: Baby R Location: Leiden, The Netherlands Room Size: About 11 square meters I’ve always been drawn to Dutch and Scandinavian-style spaces. There’s just something about the bright whites, vivid pops of color, and amazing vintage pieces mixed in with the modern decor. Baby R’s nursery is no exception. Fuchsia drapes, bold patterned wallpaper, fabulous frocks, and washi taped walls – this space has it all. How would you describe the look and feel of this room? Fun!
Dec 17, 2013
30 Homemade Holiday Gift Wrap Ideas
Go homemade! Not only can you get exactly the look you want, but it makes gift giving more personal. Here are thirty fabulous homemade holiday gift wrap ideas to make the people on your holiday list feel extra special without breaking the bank. 1. Foil Baking Gift Wrap: Hey Look 2. Raid Your Craft Stash Gift Wrap: A Lovely Lark 3. Polka Dot & Yarn Gift Wrap: Cotton & Flax 4. Neon Bow Gift Wrap: How About Orange 5. Pom Pom Gift Wrap: Katie’s Pencil Box 6.
Dec 10, 2013
Finn’s DIY Domain
Name: Finn Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado When we moved cross-country for the third time, we knew that Finn HAD to have some serious attention paid to his own space. The poor guy has watched us remodel bathrooms, a kitchen and his sister’s room; but he was never the star of the show. My husband wanted to theme the dickens out of Finn’s room, but I was pretty stringent on sticking with something that could easily grow and evolve with the little guy.
Nov 20, 2013
35 DIY Advent Calendars to Make Now So You’re Ready for December
It’s not even Thanksgiving yet and my kids are already asking me if Christmas is here yet. I’m sure I’m not the first parent who has had this problem, and this is why I think the advent calendar must have been born—so that parents everywhere can have some peace during the twenty-four days (or more) until the big day is here. So here is my gift to you—thirty five of my favorite DIY advent calendars, from the simple to the complex, from the modern to more traditional.
Nov 15, 2013
Money Saving Project: IKEA Wingback Chair Converted to Budget Nursery Rocker
Wingback rockers are beautiful and on-trend, but they’re not cheap by any stretch of the imagination, so Mekenzie of Interiors by Kenz decided to make her own. Using the IKEA Strandmon Wing Chair at a cool $279, McKenzie ordered a pair of unfinished rocking chair runners online, stained them, drilled holes, and attached them to the legs of the chair.
Nov 15, 2013
Lula’s Baby Bunnyland
Name: Lula Location: Mission District in San Francisco, California Room Size: 9′ x 11′ When your mother is a French illustrator and paper artist, you know you’re going to have a truly special room! Mom Chloé Fleury has created a modern space for her daughter Lula that is equally warm and whimsical.
Nov 12, 2013
Vivi and Brigette’s Home Away from Home
Name: Vivi & Brigette Location: South Georgia Room Size: 12′ x 13′ Lay Baby Lay is a wonderful place to find nursery and kids’ inspiration, so I was beyond excited to hear that the website’s editor Joni was designing a shared space for her girls at her family’s farmhouse. Joni is a master at mixing styles to create a cohesive look. This space is a mix of vintage, modern, and classic pieces, while the accessories and wall panels give it a whimsical, campy feel.
Nov 8, 2013