Decorating a nursery, kid's space or playroom can be a challenge. We wanted our children's spaces to be vibrant, reflect our love of nature, color all while maintaining interest over the long haul. We love the inspiring artwork we have discovered on BoomBoom Prints. Whether you ...read more
Whether you call it a woobie, security blanket or lovey, your little one gets comfort from the little blanket square they call their own. Liz and Roo offers the cushiest, lovey, adorned sweetly with the signature Roo patch, perfectly sized (15 x 15) to be tucked with your little ...read more
What's new for baby's nursery? We are always on the hunt for the best ways to nurture and care for our children. Check out some of the latest in baby trends that you'll want to stock up on for your baby's nursery. Aden+Anais: Fresh, and clean without the harmful chemicals is why ...read more
We have settled in to the new school year, and welcomed fall and now it is time to check out what is new to the toy scene. Below you'll find some of my fav fall trends for the littles. B Kids: If you want to hear your little one coo and giggle all while encouraging their hand ...read more
The holiday season is here! Time for family visits, baking yummy treats, attending festive parties and relishing in the magic of the season. Think you can't enjoy and get your holiday shopping done, too? We've rounded up unique (and green minded) items for baby in this Holiday ...read more
As my due date is finally within reach, my nesting has really kicked in. By the end of this month, the final construction touches to the nursery will be done and we can decorate and set up for baby's arrival. Although, baby needs very basic things, we had so much fun choosing ...read more
I plan on breastfeeding new baby just as I did with my other two children. While breastfeeding is a natural way of feeding your baby, it is not always the easiest. I recommend a supportive network to every new and experienced BF mama because every baby is different and every ...read more
Shopping for baby gear can be a tad overwhelming for a new mama. Good thing this is our third baby and I am no longer as impressed with bells and whistles but am seriously focused on functionality. I am looking for baby gear that is durable, versatile, easy to use and fits my ...read more
Having a baby means having "stuff." I am all for creating an inviting, warm space for my children but I tend to stick to items I really need, are simple in design and are versatile. I always enjoyed activity time using a play mat or activity gym as a special time to bond with my ...read more
Now that I am moving back from hobo to diaper bag, I don't want to have to give up on expressing my style. That being said, my diaper bag needs to be big on function, organization and comfort. I am going to be the mama of three little ones and although, the time around I'll only ...read more
Big City Moms hosted their Biggest Baby Shower in NYC, and these ladies know how to throw a baby shower! Aisles of vendors, helpful demonstrations, products and informative lectures made this an evening that expectant parents didn't want to miss. The biggest change I noted was ...read more
I can'??t think of a better keepsake than a beautiful painting of your child'??s favorite toy. Thanks to Your Toy Portrait, you can have a custom painting created of your daughter'??s snuggly or your son'??s prized truck. It'??s like a snapshot from a particular time in the ...read more
I resisted a splat mat for a long time. Then, my child graduated from a high chair to a booster chair and the crumbs and spills kept coming. I got really tired of cleaning the floor after every meal and those splat mats started looking a lot more attractive. I could have saved ...read more
My pals Melisa Fluhr and Pam Ginicchio have all the scoop on what's happening in the nursery. How do they know what's hip and trendy in the land of wee people? Their ProjectNursery.com community tells them Melissa says, "We have the privilege of viewing beautiful nurseries all ...read more
Why do I comb trade shows? Because every now and then I stumble across an artist such as Shelly Kennedy. Kennedy an artist who believes in color and messaging. I was looking for artwork for our girls' room. It couldn't be too sweet nor could it be too sophisticated. What I ...read more
I called in favors for a few special design month features and do I have a treat for you. Juile Browing Bova and I met at the Nate Berkus show. I asked her to tell me what is trendy and cool in the world of design and here's what she said: Pantone 18-2120 --the color of the ...read more
The second you have a baby it is amazing how quickly your once comfortable living situation gets very tight. Adding toys, clothes and newborn chairs to the mix can make any living situation feel cramped and somewhat unorganized. The best solution to your space woes is to use a ...read more
Love the vintage look in a child's room or nursery. We found these beautiful leather planes and cars ($60 each) from Linea1930. They come in copper or platinum color and are made from synthetic leather, with poly fiber, iron pellets and magnet fill. They are meant for ...read more
The wall sticker trend is not so new. What is new is the personalized fabric selection from Emily Press. These stickers are small in scale and are 100% reusable, removable and rearrangeable. We've shown you the Parade Love set above ($24.95) We got a set to test for our ...read more
Liven up your wall with the modern look of Dwell. The brand that has come synonymous with hip prints for the nursery has expanded with an incredible collection of wallpaper. DwellStudio has partnered with Vizzon Decor to offer customizable wallpaper. The line includes ...read more
There's never enough space--at least that's the lament I hear from most moms. Finding storage solutions is our never-ending quest. That's why we love the Domino Bed and Trundle. The bed comes from Tulip a Canadian company. A bookcase headboard offers additional storage. The ...read more
Obsessed with DIY design? Can't blame you so am I. I love the idea of owning something that suits me perfectly. Mottega lamps serve that purpose. Tap into your inner designer and in five simple steps you'll have a lamp for your home that is as individual as you are. Pick your ...read more
We've been busy dragging and dropping testing out the new virtual design tool from Carousel Designs. They just released "Version 3.0'? of their popular Nursery Designer, the company'??s unique interactive design tool. The appeal is strong. Who wouldn't want a one of a kind ...read more
Decorating a child's space takes a special touch. Too busy and you stifle creativity. Too bland and the child isn't stimulated. It's all a careful balance. One place where you can let your creativity soar is the artwork. We've gotten a few samples from Art.com and ...read more
A bassinet that folds into a rocker--that's clever. This beautifully designed piece is ideal for the modern nursery. Sleek and curvy this is the so appealing after seeing all the clunky rockers out there. Koo is a product of the Lunar company. The bassinet can be folded down ...read more
This newly released New York City map print would be a gorgeous addition to your child's room or workspace. The stylized map was created by French artist Julie Mercier. Mercier is and artist and illustrator. She created this work for L'Affiche Moderne. The collection also ...read more
The two ladies behind Little Crown Interiors know how to spot trends and make them work for your family. Naomi Coe and Gerri Panebianco are the duo behind SoCal's "Go-To" interior design firm. They team up to create the chicest nurseries around. They've designed more than 60 ...read more
We simply adore fun, well-designed furniture that looks modern. The Tatolino play chair caught our eye last year at a design show and we wanted to share this find. This is more than a chair, with accessories it can be turned into a table, wheeled toy, art station, scooter or ...read more
You've got stuff--artwork, invites, school notices--and a need a clever spot to put all the papers. We don't want your counters cluttered. That's why we're talking about ThreeByThree.com. The Seattle women behind this brand are all about attractive solutions. Let's consider a ...read more
Maclaren has always been a savvy brand. They knew parents wanted style and substance in a stroller and they have become a premiere brand in that market. I was not at all surprised that they identified David Netto as a stellar talent in the design world and brought him into the ...read more
It'??s design month, so why not get decorating with Jill Vegas'?? valuable tips to creating a fabulous home in a week or less. We captured the best tips from Jill'??s book, Speed Decorating ($14.95 Amazon), to share with you. Speed decorating is a step by step, room by room ...read more
Magis a leading European design house has turned their talents to making modern designs for your hip kids. The kid-centric collection is called Me Too and is sent from Milan with love and playfulness. Me Too is a space where designers can think small and BIG at the same time. ...read more
The power of independence is tremendous. Give a kid a bench and you open a world of opportunity to him. Whether it's for a sink, counter or window a few extra inches can make all the difference. We get a boost (literally and figuratively) from the Manny & Simon benches. Use ...read more
If Frank Lloyd Wright designed kid's furniture this is what it would look like--the Kalon Studios Ioline Bed ($695 for toddler bed). Clean and pretty this bed fits a standard crib mattress, but there is nothing babyish about this bed. Chose your sides (no we don't mean fries ...read more
Every year I scour the NYC trade shows getting ideas for Design Month and every year Little Nest delivers the goods. Last year it was the Yolk Chair. This year, I'm obsessing about two pieces in the collection: The Giddy Up and the Little Bert Chair. The Giddy Up is very Jeff ...read more
If your home feels more like a toy store than a nest, we can relate. We're always on the hunt for cool ways to sort and organize the toy clutter in our home. KidStyle has solutions that range from the urban and sleek to the vibrantly colorful. The stacked mini Euro Suitcases ...read more
One of our first features way back in 2007 was about BlaBlaKids. Now nearly four years later, we still get excited about this brand. BlaBla continues to delight us with fresh offerings such as the latest creations the Hold Me Tight pillows ($44) and blankets ($78). Here's how ...read more
Look what we found at the Playtime Trade Show today! Sublime fabric designs from Brooklyn artist Namhee Lee. Of all the delights at this exquisitely curated show, Namhee's fabric covered creations stuck with us the most. She applies Liberty print fabrics to chairs, jewelry and ...read more
Your little bundles might sleep a little sweeter in this glorious bedding collection from Sefte. The luxurious line is eco-friendly and handcrafted and if you are looking for exceptional ways to spoil your baby, this might just be it.. At a recent tradeshow, we drooled over ...read more
Animals make an appealing design theme for a variety of ages. These colorful safari critters from P'Kolino work just as well in a nursery as they do in a 1st grader's room. We've been fans of this brand for years. J.B., one of the founders, is a regular at trade shows and we ...read more
Trend Alert: More than ever moms are commissioning customized art for their child's room. Be it a nursery or a tween room every child feels special seeing his or her name turned into one of a kind art. Love this idea? Laura Hill of Lillunia has made a business out of pairing ...read more
Little things mean a lot...especially when you can't find them at 2 in the morning when you have to change a diaper. 3 Sprouts has a handy and stylish new caddy available to keep you and baby organized. The organic canvas caddies come in three animal options (Purple Owl; $23.99 ...read more
Making earth-wise decisions doesn't mean reaching for the nearest item with a big green leaf on it. Thoughtful purchases are a green parent's best friend. To help illustrate this point, I interviewed Andrew Thornton one member of the parent designing (Jenny Argie is the other) ...read more
Mary Bauer the President of Bratt Decor Inc. knows a lot about decorating. Fortunately for us, she also knows a lot about green decor. Here are her 10 Tips for Designing a Greener Nursery: 1. Buy furniture that will grow with your child, ensure the quality and the design will ...read more
Some may call me off my rocker, but I find this Modernica Rocker so pleasing to the eye. It's all clean lines and cool colors. Pick from more than a dozen colors in this fiberglass chair ($375). An ideal rocking chair for the urban home that simply doesn't have space for a huge ...read more
