As you know, Melisa has been working on a nursery makeover for her second son, Chase. I have to admit, when she first announced that she would incorporate black into the color scheme I told her that made me nervous. Silly me to doubt her designer eye because once I saw her inspiration board I …
Design Inspiration Ideas
Let’s face it, nurseries take a lot of time and planning and kids grow up quickly. Today you’re fanning out paint samples, tomorrow you’re duct taping foam to the coffee table. Not only is the transition to toddler room the last thing on your mind while you’re applying for preschools and introducing a whole new …
Upcoming birthday party? Don’t let your neighborhood pumpkin patch toss out their haystacks! We’ve gathered some of your best country western party uploads from our Project Gallery. For an easy way to transform any wall into a barn try this crafty idea from Alejandro’s First Birthday…
One of my favorite pieces of furniture is an old wicker chest my mom purchased for me when I moved into my first apartment. It’s held many uses from tv stand, to window seat, to coffee table. Wicker is light-weight and easy to move, affordable, and has an interesting texture that helps bring warmth to …
Baby Showers are a wonderful opportunity to pamper the mama-to-be with an afternoon of pretty things and perfect company! When I think of a “pretty” baby shower, I immediately gravitate towards pink! Pretty pink flowers, sweet decorations and beautiful cupcakes. But what about those moms that are having boys? They deserve a “pretty” baby shower …
Look out your window, a spectacular metamorphosis of color is in effect. Mother nature is trading in her cherry blossoms of bubble gum hues and buttery daffodils with chocolate colored branches, cinnamon gourds, and crunchy olive tone leaves. Here are some of our favorite Autumn inspired nurseries from our Project Gallery…
A friend of mine visited India recently. As I thumbed through her photo album I was struck by the vibrant colors and patterns found in their fabrics, garments, and even spices. These submissions to the Real Gallery do just the same. Nicole's Bollywood Elephant Party was inspired by Indian summers and spices. The designer's color …
Look around: The French Country look is all over the place these days! From the new nursery and children’s room collection by Restoration Hardware Baby & Child to the growing popularity of lines such as Art for Kids & the Provence Collection by Newport Cottages. I drew inspiration from the beautiful nursery designed by Amy …