Project Nursery

2011’s Project Gallery has me lacing up my roller skates and reaching for a James Brown vinyl. Funky patterns and dark contrasts are playing up nurseries in a fresh new way. Isla’s Nursery answers the age old question “How do I work around white walls?” By using controlled pops of color within the bedding, wall …

What little girl doesn’t love butterflies? These tiny creatures are so feminine and serene they seem magical. Whether they are soft and sweet or bold and bright, butterflies have become a popular addition to the baby girl nursery. We think creating a nursery with a butterfly theme is not only versatile but also a perfect …

I recently added the Dash and Albert collection to Bellini Stamford and I am obsessed with the entire line. The collection consists of cotton, wool and indoor/outdoor rugs with fabulous colors, textures and patterns that are perfect for any nursery or child’s room. Here are some of my favorite picks.

Travel-inspired parties have been making their way around the wedding circuit for a while now, and I thought it would be fun to bring it into the baby shower world. This hot-air balloon invitation from Minted inspires a gender-neutral shower with a sweet, classic twist…

Remember the days when picking out invitations meant a trip to the local Hallmark store where you would choose from a small selection of “fill-in-the-blank” invitations? I suppose I’m aging myself but long before online shopping and the world of Evite there was just balloon designs or Mickey Mouse and the box of 10 was …

When we talk about ideas to decorate your nursery or kids room, many times, a lot of the design ideas are pretty permanent. So what do you do when you do not “own” the space you are living in? Whether renting is a temporary or permanent living situation for you, there are plenty of options …

Do you have a New Year’s Resolution? Like many of you, each December I reflect on the past year, and gather my thoughts on how to make the next one even better. I begin this process by casting away all of the things I don’t need, and seeking out new ideas and muses that inspire …

Dreaming of creating the ultimate princess nursery complete with a grand crystal chandelier? You will fall in love with the lighting designs by Jubliee Collection. Although I’ve become more of a modernist in my design aesthetic as my kids have grown, there was a day not too long ago when a crystal chandelier in the …