My client has been great training ground for my own situation. Like me, she has twin girls. So this is what the problem is; one girl wants her own room and the other does not! Together we debated how to handle this delicate situation. To throw another problem into the mix; my client wanted a […]
All moms have had little chocolate hands leave their mark on their furnishings. Even the sweet girl above could reak havoc in the second we turn our back. Did you know you that there is a product out there to keep us calmer! Surface seal is a chemical protectant in the nature of a stain […]
I have been noticing a trend in decor for awhile – Owls! They seem to be showing up everywhere: clocks, pillows, wall decals. Are we trying to subconsciously instill wisdom in our children. It can’t be that we want night owls – I relish my sleep. Or is it just good design. Whatever the reasoning, […]
My twin girls are just starting to eat solids and it’s a messy business. If I turn my head for a moment, plates and bowls are on the floor. Thankfully there are great melamine dish options. Above are my three faves: The very Hungry Caterpillar– Based on the classic story by Eric Carle. Every child […]
As I mentioned I have been on a quest to find the perfect bath accessories for my client’s twin girls. Yesterday we settled on the above. The fabric by Designer’s Guild is going to make a perfect shower curtain. I love the funky fish, and I don’t think they will ever get tired of […]
My 3 year old son announced today that he is moving to England with his best friend. They are getting married at the candy store and then they are going to share a room in their new 4 bedroom house. She is going to do all the cooking and his stuffed animals are going to do […]
Like most kids, my 3 year old son has lots of toys! I am always trying to find ways to store them neatly. And I want him to help in the process….well I can dream. Canvas storage bins seem to be the way to go for the stuffed animals, and small toys. They are light […]
Sometimes all it takes is one item to perk up aroom. Right now, there are so many great decorative pillows out there I thought I pick my 8 favorites: (left to right:) Truth or Treasure Elephant Pillow -a pocket for the tooth and one for the treasure. Pillow chums – These make great best friends. […]
As I mentioned in my other post, I am currently working on a project at the Lucida. Right now I am focusing on the details for the twins bedroom. My client’s girls are almost seven and before we know it they will be in their tween years. And I wanted to make sure they love this room for […]
Kid tested and approved, here’s my round-up for the best chairs for play areas and creating: Starting clockwise: Kinder Stack Chair from School Outfitters Jasper Chair from Room and Board Nantucket Chair from KidKraft Bunny Chair from Conran Shop
