OK, I am not advocating kids climbing on the roof but I am in LOVE with this wonderful Dutch company! So many clever things made out of my favorite thing—cardboard!
The Totem city is my favorite; 130 cardboard pieces to make your own creations. It’s sure to inspire your little ones and grown-ups too!
Check out the whole website here. They will ship to the USA so we can enjoy the fun!
This wonderful new Orbit Mobile is shown over a dining table? But why not a mod crib?! I love finding baby finds in adult stores! And the price is right -$39.95
In my backyard I have a very deep flower bed with absolutely nothing growing! The bonus is it has been a great digging space for my four year old. He can dig and dig and dig and I don’t care if it’s not a beautiful thing. Well truthfully it’s a really unattractive thing! But I have been hesistant to plant for two reasons! One is I really know zilch about gardening and two is I figured betweeen my son and my twenty month old twins someone would pull all the loveliness out!
But then I stumbled upon this blog and my son and I were instantly inspired! Now we are working on it together. Of course his first thought was that fairy gardens are for girls so we are going to call it an Elf Garden! We are starting small and collecting rocks. And I encouring him to bring back other found objects from our journeys.
I am also encouring himto paint the rocks, or make totem poles, or anything he dreams up. He’s also so excited to see what the elf brings him during the night.
The best part is I think it’s going to be even more magical than anything I could dream up on my own. But this elf better start reading up on gardening and would love any suggestions for flowering plants. 
Looking forward to sharing the progress with you!
Lately, it seems like I am living in a circus and I am the juggler. I have been trying to keep all the balls in the air but a few have dropped. So I know you been wondering where I have been; right?!
Well here’s a little glimpse into my life aside from the decorating world:
1. I am on damage control; my beautiful once calm twin girls who would play by my side while I wrote are now climbing on tables and exercising their voices (loudly).
2. I am obsessively collecting ride-on toys; so that my son and his 44 friends can parade to the park. It does sound fun so it ’s not really hard to play along. With a couple rules of course: They must come from yard sales, and they can’t cost more than $3.00 per little tykes car.
3. I have been doing mounds and mounds of laundry. This hot weather means the blow-up pool is out! And along with that comes multiple changes of clothes and towels. And they only seem to actually stay in the pool for a minute!
4. I am trying to enjoy some quality time with my husband. We did actually make it to the movies for his birthday.
5. And trying to keep up with the necessary maintenace of an old house. My son (the builder) actually gave me a list of all the repairs that had to be done TODAY. Of course, not humanely possible unless you are a 4 year old boy in perpetual motion.
I will be back later this week, with design insight. Just getting the balls in a basket! Oh and by the way, don’t you love this print from Etsy!
A fish out of water? It may be a good thing if there is a school of them! Do you have a little tadpole that would love to live in fish adorned room. Here’s a round-up of the best of the aquatic animals gone sea-side:
1. Fabric by Lulu DK – This fabric’s bold pattern and strong color is sophisticated enough for the modern parent, and whimsical enough for any child to enjoy.
2. Table lamp by Jonathon Adler- Adler always does well adding his hipness to animals. The height of the ceramic lamp is perfect for your nightstand.
3. Clock by George Nelson -Nelson designed lots of clocks but this one makes you smile. Painted as if the fish is still in the water.
4. Wall decals – I love these cheery fish!
5. Mobile by Flensted. It’s simple but sure to keep a little one content.
I am often asked, ” what’s your personal style?” And I often fumble at the answer. It’s not easy to define in a few words and I can be a bit of chameleon. Though in very general words I like understated spaces; historical details and places that have invoke memories.
Since we are approaching summer, I thought I would illustrate my ideal in terms of beach houses. The movie set for “Something’s Gotta Give” is absolutely beautiful! I could very very happily live there (of course with a few minor adjustments)
The house seems perfectly cozy; and one could easily snuggle up with a good beach read. The kitchen is great for cooking with friends. It’s elegant without any fussy window treatments, fancy fabrics or tons of special finishes.
The best part about a dream beach house is I can envision happy kids climbing into bed exhausted from a day of sun and fun. Is there another movie you’ve seen lately that makes you say ” I want to live there?
Remember I told you about those sweet twin girls that are moving to their new nest. Well we moved on from decorating their bedroom, and on to their bathroom.
Their bathroom is a classic 20’s black and white bathroom. So what do you do when it looks a little shop worn? (and you don’t have the budget for a gut remodel) I say embrace it! With a fresh coat of paint and the right accessories. This timeless bathroom will shine again!
Here’s a couple additions to make it spark:
1. A fun black and white polka dot shower curtain.
2. Classic black and white silhouettes of the twins to add a special personal touch.
3. Modern white lacquered bath accessories to bring it into the 21st century.
4. And add some beautiful towels with a pretty ruffle; because I know they are girly girls!
A coat of glossy white paint and this bathroom will still be a classic for at least 20 more years.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful Mom’s around the world! I hope it’s a wonderful day full of much happiness.
Print from Orange Twist. ( I love the use of typography!)
Birthday month is almost officially over (and no I haven’t celebrated the whole month; it’s been back to the work!) But with all the talk of my birthday, going to multiple children’s parties and just a general love for celebrations one can’t help but be a little obsessed!
So it’s not me who is obsessed; it’s my son! He’s already planning his next party which is just a mere 5 months away! Possible contenders are a race car party; rocket ship party or another building party. All involving me making something out of cardboard
Mother’s Day is just one week away! Are you dropping hints? I know lots of us moms dream of spa days or a nice dinner out. And I know lots of us moms who have a gift certificates somewhere in that drawer for that spa day that never seems to happen. And I know even more moms who have too much on their mind to actually enjoy the spa day if it happens!
Are these the things on your mind?
