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Beachy and Whimsical Surfboy Bedroom

I designed and decorated this room for my own “big boy” when I was pregnant with my second, and was looking for something that two little California beach boys could grow into and ultimately share.  I was very inspired by a photo of the bedding in the Serena and Lily catalog but put my own spin on it with black furniture, a rather random collection of surfer and beach art and photography, and a hand-painted surfboard.  The walls are bold green and there is an occasional hint of orange in the room.  Photos by Jackie Culmer Photography.

Preppy, Modern Pink & Green Girl’s Room

This preppy girl’s room was inspired by the hot pink cubes.  When I saw them on ebay, I had to have them and design a room around them!  We used Annie Selk fabric with graphic and geometric prints in hot pink and green with hints of blue and red.  The drapes and pillows were custom with the fabric.  The chair is re-upholstered also in Annie Selk fabric and painted white (ebay find).  The dresser and side table are also vintage and have been re-painted.  The lamp is from TJ Maxx and the owl lamp from Target.  Frames from Ikea and canvas storage bins from Pottery Barn Kids.  Duvet cover and euro sham from PB Teen.  Prints from Etsy & deco pillow from etsy.  Please contact me for any other details on sources used for this room.

Ballerina Birthday Party

I was thrilled how this ballerina party turned out for my 3 year old daughter Stella’s birthday. It was a party full of relatively simple, inexpensive DIY decor projects that made for a big impact. Handmade ballet slippers, crepe paper roses, and a tutu birthday cake were the stars of the show (in addition to the little ballerina herself, of course!) You can get all the details here on my blog Design Improvised.

Chevron Candyland Inspired Birthday Party

As a mother to three sons, I was ecstatic when my sister-in-law asked me to help with my niece’s Candyland inspired birthday party. As the owner of a little invitation and announcement card shop on Etsy, Tints and Prints by Tierney, I am honored when family and friends ask for my help. I created an entire DIY Party Package of printables for this adorable Candyland theme party. And pairing Candyland with bright chevrons updated the classic childhood game with a modern design obsession of mine…chevrons! And if you know me well, I can’t get enough of chevrons, whether in my own home or in my card designs.

Giveaway! Children Inspire Design Artwork

Children Inspire Design (http://www.childreninspiredesign.com) are as inspiring as they are beautiful. Designed to reflect a global flair and a positive message, these pieces would be a wonderful addition to any nursery or child’s room. Not only are they stylish, but if you purchase any piece from the One Mother to Another Collection, part of the proceeds will go directly to a mother in a developing nation. That’s artwork you can feel good about! See how you can win a piece of your choice below!
WIN IT!: Visit http://www.childreninspiredesign.com and comment below to tell us which print is your favorite, and you will be entered to win it! You have to subscribe or already be subscribed to this YouTube channel and like this video. Good luck! Contest ends Monday, February 18, 2013 11:59pm PST.

Giveaway: Quick, Healthy Meals for Kids

Created by a dad who was tired of unhealthy eating options for kids, KidFresh is a delicious line of quick, convenient and actually tasty frozen kids’ meals. Win a 30-day supply from Project Junior, and try them for yourself!
HOW TO ENTER: To enter, visit KidFresh.com, and tell us which kind you would like to try in a comment on our YouTube video. You must also be a subscriber to our YouTube Channel and give this video a “like.” Contest ends February 4, 2013 at 11:59pm PST.
EXTRA ENTRY: Visit our Project Nursery YouTube Channel, subscribe and comment on the latest video.

Win a Pair of Pediped Shoes!

Pedipeds are the perfect shoes for your kids. Approved by both pediatricians and podiatrists, these shoes are made with the health of your child’s feet in mind. Stylish and comfortable, you can’t go wrong. Check it all out at Pediped’s website, http://www.pediped.com/, and see how you can win your own pair on Project Junior’s blog (details below)!
WIN IT! FIVE Project Nursery readers will win one pair of Pediped shoes. (Winner will choose boy or girl, and Pediped will choose the style. $50 value per pair)
HOW TO ENTER: To enter, visit Pediped, http://www.pediped.com/, and tell us which style you love most by commenting directly on our YouTube video. You must also be a subscriber to our YouTube Channel and give us a “like”. Contest ends Monday, January 28th, 2013 at 11:59pm PST.
EXTRA ENTRY: Visit our new Project Nursery YouTube Channel, www.youtube.com/projectnursery, subscribe and comment on the video.

Elegant Ballerina Room Any Girl Would Want!

This room was custom designed by Cheryl McConnell of Sweet Lullaby in Wyckoff, NJ.  Bedding and window treatments flow with beautiful ruffles, sparkling beads and luxerious bows!! The furniture was custom ordered and the muralist just sealed the deal with stunning silhouettes of ballerinas.
Murals were painted by Murals and more by Patrice.  Bejeweled with Swarvoski crystals, pearls and rhinestones.
 
Our sweet little customer wanted a ballerina room done with elegance that she can grow with!

Giveaway: From Tsu.ya, by Kristi Yamaguchi

Win your own Tsu.ya style! Check out the Tsu.ya brand by Kristi Yamaguchi, Olympic Gold medalist and mother of two. Kristi created Tsu.ya for moms on the go who don’t want to sacrifice style for comfort. As described on Tsuyabrand.com, “After years on the ice, Kristi’s experiences of managing the double-shift of real-life and motherhood inspired her to build a brand that truly empowers a lifestyle for women.” A portion of Tsu.ya’s proceeds go to Kristi’s Always Dream Foundation, which supports childhood literacy.
View the entire line on Tsuyabrand.com and at a Lord & Taylor near you!
WIN IT! It’s super easy, just SUBSCRIBE (or already be a Subscriber on our YouTube Channel), COMMENT on the YouTube video and tell us how much you love Tsu.ya, and LIKE this video!
We’ll use a random number generator to choose one luck winner to receive the Instinct Jacket. Good luck & thanks for watching!