April 2012

Happy Monday, everyone! The start of a new week always brings a new "Readers' Favorite," and we are excited to reveal the project that was this week's readers' pick! Congrats to missa0314 for being this week's Readers' Favorite, and thank you to everyone who let us know which project they "liked" best. Bella Bug is One! A Ladybug Celebration! by missa0314 Click Here to View More Photos and Details Want to be one of next week’s Nurseries and Parties We Love? Upload your project to our gallery, and on Friday, the Project Nursery team will select the top projects. Then it’s up to you all to let us know which room or party you “like” best.

A few years ago, when my brood became a party of five, we were heading back to my native land of Canada for a week long visit. There was only one little problem—no one in my immediate family could accommodate my gang in a comfortable manner, so instead of two adjoining rooms at a downtown hotel, we decided to be adventurous and give a home exchange a try. We had heard great things about HomeExchange from our friends in NYC who have literally swapped homes all over the world and raved about it, so we paid the membership fee and gave it a try. Since we were swapping in my hometown of Toronto, it was easy for me to suss out if the owners were exaggerating about the desired location. They weren't. We agreed to swap homes with a family that also had three children roughly the same age as mine. It was a gorgeous house with a huge backyard for the kids to run wild, located on a beautiful tree-lined street that was super quiet—very different from the loud honking of the bustling streets of downtown New York City. My kids loved the toys and all the televisions that this house provided. Since our Toronto swap was such a success, we decided a few months later to try it abroad to Paris, France. Again we chose a family that had three children within the same age bracket. After a ton of e-mails with questions and more questions, phone calls and …

It is officially party season, and our readers know how to throw a party! This week our gallery was filled with vibrant parties and creative themes! Our team put our heads together, and after much deliberation, we selected the "Nurseries and Parties We Love This Week." Which party won your heart? Let know know us, and we'll announce our "Readers' Favorite" on Monday! Have a fabulous weekend everyone! Rock a Bye Baby Shower by Jeannette Rivas Click Here to View More Photos and Details Little Red Car Birthday Party by greenapplepaperie Click Here to View More Photos and Details Rainbow Rain Showers Theme by Fanciful Events Click Here to View More Photos and Details Bella Bug is One! A Ladybug Celebration! by missa0314 Click Here to View More Photos and Details Which one do you “like”? Click the “like” button at the top of the gallery page of your favorite project to make your selection. We will reveal the fan favorite on Monday after 12pm PST/3pm EST!

I think we can all agree that reading with your kids is an extremely enriching activity for both children and parents. Not only are your children learning a healthy love of reading, you are also spending quality time with your kids—not to mention the magic that books have at bedtime! It's the perfect activity for relaxing together and winding down after a busy day. And we all know that's key for getting the little ones all snuggled in and ready for sleep. Here at Project Nursery, we recently named our top "Books for Baby's 1st Year" and I See Me! of course tops that list. Just like all parents, we have our favorite children's books, and nothing wins your child over more than a book that features him or herself! I See Me! allows you to personalize their books so your child is the star of the story. Now you have the chance to win all five of our favorite I See Me! Books for a special child in your life! It's never too early to start reading to your child, and I See Me! has a great selection of books perfect for baby's first year. Entertain your baby with the story of animals bringing in each letter of her name or learn about all the people in his life that love him. Even before your baby truly understands the words, he or she will love being cuddled up with Mommy or Daddy and looking at the beautiful illustrations. These special books are sure …

In honor of Earth Day, we asked Sprout to pick out products that will inspire and remind us that organic products are readily available, stylish and affordable! Do the words "organic" and "natural" conjure hippy-dippy earth tones, dirt browns and garbage can green in your mind? Luckily, we are no longer stuck with these colorless options when it comes to going organic. Our favorite baby and children’s brands are now providing savvy and stylish, not to mention healthy and organic, options for our little ones. From cribs to bedding and changing tables to gliders, there are now healthy and safe options that will provide a stylish and safe home for years to come. Most furniture is made with glues and plastics that contain harmful chemicals known to disrupt our immune systems and even cause cancer. At Sprout, we proudly provide organic and natural options for both the aspiring fashionista and the customer on a tight budget. 1. Rakshabella bedding - Handmade 100% organic Egyptian cotton bedding with the sophisticated unisex print is both a design and organic favorite. We especially love this bedding set for the milky blue elephant print or the sweet peachy-rose camel print, not to mention how soft and cozy the cotton is! 2. The Regency Crib by The New Traditionalist - Handmade in Connecticut from solid wood, no-voc paints or glues, not only is this crib a piece of art, acting as the centerpiece of the nursery, it is a crib built to last with …

We are deep in the trenches planning a much-asked-for get together for my daughter Lauren; she wants to have a lemonade stand playdate with some of her friends. Of course, I am like most mothers who have a hard time turning down their little ones' requests, and I especially have a soft spot when she asks for a "little" party playdate! Living in California, this is the perfect time of the year to be hosting an outdoor party. I have been gathering ideas and wanted to share some of them with you. 1. Lemon Flower Arrangement 2. Pink Lemonade 3. Striped Straws 4. Yellow Polka Dot Balloon 5. Flower Cupcakes 6. Homemade Lemonade Stand Does this get you in the mood or what? I think I am ready to enjoy a cool glass of pink lemonade now!

We've taken our show on the road, and we're not stopping any time soon. So when Big City Moms traveled to Miami to share their one-of-a-kind event with Florida parents, we couldn't resist a little fun in the sun plus the opportunity to introduce our website to new and future moms and dads. Planning for Miami gave us an excuse to take our signature pink and turn it up a notch (or maybe 12!) in this hot pink and bright orange booth display. Check out those FLOR tiles! We also took a slightly different approach for this event. We showcased the talents of Florida resident and Project Nursery Design Expert, Paula Briggs of Frog Prince Paperie by asking her to style our candy display. It was a sure way to lure unsuspecting parents into our booth and then present our website via iPads and laptops strategically placed amongst the sugary sweetness. Sounds almost sinister! Well, not really. As many of you already know, Project Nursery doesn't just encompass the nursery. We are simply about amazing kid design. So whether you are planning a baby shower, second birthday party or toddler room transition, we want our readers to know that they can continue to visit us between nurseries. The most pressing question of the evening was, "Is this real?" Attendees were talking about the stunning fondant cupcake toppers masterfully created by Brenda Walton, of Sugar High, Inc. Brenda's level of detail was more than impressive. Speaking of details, our next superstar Stephanie …

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One of the best things about being a nursery designer is getting to come back to my client's homes when they have their second (or third!) child. I love to visit with the little ones that have grown so much. One of my clients contacted me when she was pregnant with her second, and we …

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Month: April 2012

Readers’ Favorite: Bella Bug is One! A Ladybug Celebration!

Swapping. Why Not Give It a Try?

Nurseries and Parties We Love This Week

Giveaway: I See Me! Personalized Books

An Organic Nursery

Party Inspiration: Lemonade Stand Playdate

The Biggest Baby Shower Ever, Miami Edition

High vs. Low: Crystal Ship Chandelier

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