Pretty Pastels Nursery Design Board

It's no secret that I love pastels! Luckily I have a husband who is down with a little pink in his life! Wouldn't this make such a dreamy nursery? Almost makes me want to have another baby! (Almost) xo, Lauren

Rainbow Print
Cloud Mobile
Capiz Shell Pendant
"Love" Sign
Woven Art
Baby Deer Photograph
Unicorn Decoration
Pink Banner
Tiny Cactus Planter
Emily Rickard Abstract Art
Geometric Lamp
Babyletto Gelato Crib
Cactus Night Light
"Love You" Night Light
Striped Basket
Geometric Rug
Mint Dresser

The Cutest Ceramics You Ever Did See...

So, seriously, are these not the most adorable little pots that you ever did see!? I came across them on Etsy and almost died from the cuteness. Minky Moo Ceramics, you had me at hello. That is all. xx, Lauren

Holiday Gift Guide 2014: Dolls + Dollhouses

I definitely have a soft spot when it comes to dolls and dollhouses, and so do my girls! They could both play with them for hours. They're definitely some of our most-used toys in the house. Here are a few of my favorites this year:

Handmade Doll Bedding
The Dollhouse Book
Knit Doll
Dress-up Dolls
Mouse House
Doll Carrier
Cottage Dollhouse
Wooden Dollhouse Family
Felix the Cat
Jenny Lind Doll Bed
Handmade Wooden Doll Stroller
Super Ted
Goldilocks Doll
Wooden Dollhouse

P.S. Last year's doll gift guide

Handmade Love

Isn't this the cutest little shop? I found it on Etsy and fell in love with just about everything. You can see more right here. xo, Lauren

Holiday Gift Guide 2014: Little Travelers

My kids have family in both Germany and Australia, and we very much love to learn about the world around us. Here are some of my favorite gifts to inspire your little ones to learn about faraway places and distant lands...

U.S. Map Puzzle: Land of Nod
Statue of Liberty Nanoblock: Alex & Alexa
Scratch-off Map: Amazon
Scratch-off Globe: Urban Outfitters
Sydney Opera House Nanoblock: Alex & Alexa
Pop-up Book London: Alex & Alexa
World Chalkboard Map: Dirtsa Studio on Etsy
Maps Book: Amazon
This is the World Book: Amazon
Paris Play Set: Anthropologie
London Guard Maileg Mouse: My Sweet Muffin
London Bus: Anthropologie

P.S. Don't forget to enter the big holiday giveaway - over $1100 in prizes to one lucky reader!
P.P.S. More gift guides right here

Holiday Gift Guide 2014: Little Movers

Boys and girls alike, everyone loves gifts with a little action. Here are some of my favorite finds for little movers...

Wooden Riding Toy: Amazon
Wooden Marble Run: Amazon
Street Tape: Amazon
Wooden Pirate Ship: Amazon
Boxed Wooden Airplane Set: Amazon
Handmade Wooden Car: Ooh, Look - It's a Rabbit! on Etsy
Unpainted Train Cars: Amazon
Wooden Push Cart: Pottery Barn Kids
Slinky: Amazon
Wooden Sailboats: Poketo
Pinky Hi-Bounce Balls: Amazon
Wooden Cars: Candylab Toys
Wooden Railroad Set: Amazon

I also love these road play mats and these handmade custom neighborhood mats. And did you know that if you use Amazon, using Amazon Smile will allow you to donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice - even local ones! It makes me feel a little bit better about all of the online shopping that I do! Because let's face it, getting out and shopping with two tiny people in tow during the holidays is a recipe for disaster! xo, Lauren

(And no, this post wasn't sponsored by Amazon or Amazon Smile, I just love the idea!)

P.S. Last years' Little Movers Gift Guide
P.P.S. Don't forget to enter the 2014 Holiday Giveaway - over $1100 in prizes to one lucky reader, including an Ergo360!

Holiday Gift Guide 2014: Play Kitchen

My girls absolutely love to play chef, so I always buy a few new things for their little play kitchen every Christmas. Here are my favorite picks this year:

Apron: Fawn Shoppe
Wooden Petits Fours: Le Toy Van
Wooden Cake Set: Plan Toys
Wooden Shopping Cart: Pottery Barn Kids
Pie Slice: Bug Bites Play Food on Etsy
Wooden Pots & Pans: Hape
Wooden Orange: HABA
Wool Apple and Pear: Darling Clementine
Coffee Maker: Pottery Barn Kids
Wooden Toaster: Plan Toys
Wooden Play Kitchen: Sprout
Felt Baguettes: Mummy Made It Me on Etsy

P.S. You can find my play kitchen picks from last year right here!

Pink & Mint Nursery Design Board

Pink and mint - two of my all-time favorite colors! Mix it up with a bunch of warm neutrals, and you've got a recipe for a soft, feminine, and fun nursery.

Sources:

Pink Abstract Artwork: Mimi & Me Design Co. on Etsy
Mint Triangle Changing Pad Cover: New Mom Designs 
Cloud Mobile: RH Baby & Child
Wooden Fox Toys: Ooh Look, It's a Rabbit! on Etsy
Diamond Flatweave Rug: RH Baby & Child
Floral Prints: Katie Vernon on Etsy
Mint Wooden Camera Toy: Twig Creative
"xo" Letters: Flea Market Sunday on Etsy
Tassel Garland: Little Dovie on Etsy 
Bunny Felt Animal Head: RH Baby & Child
Love You Nightlight in Pink: Housey Home on Etsy 
Succulent Vase: Oli's Cupboard
Pretty in Pink Crib Bedding: Little Auggie
Fox Porcelain Nightlight: RH Baby & Child
Wingback Swivel Glider: RH Baby & Child

Kid's Room Design Board: Eclectic Adventurer

I've never been one for a super specific themed kid's room, but every kid loves going on adventures, right? I know Violet does! I whipped up this eclectic adventurer-themed room for Apartment Therapy - you can see the full post with sources right here. xo, Lauren

Camp Kid

I don't know what it is, but there's something about a camp theme for a kid's room that feels oh, so right. Maybe it's the warm textures and rustic accents or perhaps the feelings and memories it brings up - warming your toes by the campfire, feeling the wind in your hair as you row across the lake in a canoe, or smelling the sweet smell of dew in the morning, but it's one of my favorites for sure. You can check out my favorite pieces to pull together a modern camp-themed space over on my latest article for Houzz.com.

P.S. The gold ceiling fixture is a DIY project found here, and the "Be Brave and Courageous" print is another DIY By Joni of Lay Baby Lay!

Handmade Love

A few handmade lovelies that have caught my eye lately. I mean, how fun is that wooden water pistol?!

1. Illustrations by Barbara Dziadosz | 2. Scalloped Stoneware Planter | 3. Wooden Pull Toys |
4. Fabric Doll - Olivia | 5. "Breathe the Wild Air" Globe | 6. Wooden Water Pistol | 7. Moon Coasters | 8. Ampersand Wood Decoration

Family Room Update

We formerly had a pretty decent little art wall in this little section of the family room. That is, until I stole most of it to fill up this corner. As a result, this part of our room has been looking pretty forlorn the past few months. It's not that I didn't have any artwork - it was mainly just finding the time to hang it. So when Apartment Therapy asked me to fill up a wall in my living room with art, I seized the opportunity. To see the before and after, find sources for the artwork, and watch a fun little animated GIF of the process (created with my trusty iPhone, the girls' play kitchen, and a C-clamp due to my current lack of camera), head on over to Apartment Therapy.

And for those who may be curious, here are the sources for the other items in the space:

• ​Gold Sequin Pillow: H&M Home
• ​Yellow Chalkboard Planter: West Elm
• ​Blue Chalkboard Planter: West Elm
• ​Craspedia: flores del sol
• ​End Table: DIY (based on this tutorial)
• ​Chair: IKEA (no longer available)
• ​Rug: Crate & Barrel
• ​Bookshelf: IKEA
• ​Throw: Terrain
• ​Floral Painting on Bookshelf: Lulie Wallace
• ​Paint Color: Behr Dolphin Fin

A Happy Glam Nursery

I love the happy feeling of bright pinks and cheerful yellows, but blues and golds have stolen my heart lately as well. Luckily, they all play quite nicely together! xo, Lauren

Sources
Gold Bunting
Cloud Mobile
Brass Faceted Knob
Sequined Pillow
Heart Pillow
Striped Crib Sheet
Balloon Ride Print
Cloud Shelf
Classic Bead Toy
Pink Velvet Pillow
Sparkle Print
Deer Nightlight
Dot Decals
Crib
Mirabelle the Bunny
Textile Art
Gold Lamp
Pink Lampshade
Teething Rings
Canvas Storage Bins
Wooden Camera Toy
Neon Pink Moccasins
Tally Rug
Campaign Dresser

Handmade Love: Love Mae Designs

I came across this lovely shop when I was working on a project the other day and fell in love with the playful/whimsical crib sheets! You can see more from Love Mae Designs here.

P.S. 16 of My Favorite Sources for Crib Sheets + 6 Tips for Decorating a Nursery on a Budget

P.P.S. Don't forget to enter the Hanna Andersson and Stuck on You giveaways - a $100 prize for each!

A Pair of Pears

I came across this pretty pear painting on Pinterest and fell in love - it's right up my alley with that peachy pink/bluey mint color combination. Throw in a bit of black stripe and a generous amount of gold and stir. You can find all of the sources and more over at my post for Houzz.com.

Handmade Love: Marinski Handmades

I stumbled across this pretty little shop today and am so in love with these pretty little plates - aren't they just the loveliest thing you've ever seen?! You can find these and more at Marinski Handmades.

9 of the Cutest Moon Prints + Posters

I don't know what it is about the moon, but Violet has been in love with it since she was a wee babe. Maybe it's that it is the brightest thing in the sky at night, and the girl loves her light :) At the moment we have two night lights going strong in her room in addition to leaving the hall light on for her. Whatever the reason, I think the moon makes a perfect addition to most any little one's space. Here are nine of my favorite prints featuring that big glowing ball in the night sky:

1. Goodnight Moon
2. I Love You to the Moon & Back
3. I Love You to the Moon & Back
4. La Lune
5. Moon Man
6. The Moon
7. Moon Phases
8. Moon Banner
9. Full Moon

Handmade Love - Woven Wall Hangings

I've been loving the current trend of woven wall hangings a la Maryanne Moodie and  - they can bring so much color, texture, and whimsy to a space! Here are a few of my favorite handmade offerings currently on Etsy. Some of them can be a bit pricey (understandably so considering that they take a ton of time, effort, and creativity), but if you search hard you can find some that are budget friendly (one of these is only $40! Can you guess which one?!) Or you could even go the route of some of my favorite bloggers like Rachel or Jen and create one yourself.

Here are a few shops that I've discovered on Etsy (whose work you can see above) if you're not feeling super creative today:

Jujujust
Hazel & Hunter
Wall and Woven
Maija Eliz
Jennifer Lesley Design
Jeannie Helzer

xo, Lauren

Neon Pop Nursery

I love the idea of a bright white nursery with lots of pops of fun color and metallic accents. It seems like it would be such a happy, energizing space, don't you think?

Sources:
Painterly Pillow
Wooden Camera
Cloud Mobile
Abstract Print No. 1
Hello Sunshine Print
Abstract Print No. 2
Round Pillow
Stool
Gold Table Lamp
Pink Lampshade
Pom the Apple Blabla Doll
Classic Bead Toy
Gold Heart Print
Mid-Century Crib
Striped Crib Sheets
Clay Toadstool
Neon Pink Moccasins
Taxi Toy
Knit Pouf
Heart Pillow
Campaign Dresser
Geometric Rug

A Girly Glamping Nursery

I came across this print on Pinterest and loved the campy look in the fresh blush, navy, and orange color palette. It inspired this girly camping (glamping?) themed space. I love that it has rustic and camp-themed elements, but still looks very girly and a little bit glamorous at the same time. You can find all of the sources in my article for Houzz.com! xo, Lauren

P.S. After getting a lot of requests, I added sources to my Spring Fling Cool Berry and Sky Blue idea boards - you can check them out here!