I am checking out the new Bambino Mio Diapering Solution available at Pacifier (and currently 10% off). I am super impressed with the consistent branding of this line as well as the thoughtfulness to consider every aspect of cloth diapering especially the maintenance and cleaning part. I am not aware of any other diaper manufacturers that offer a cleanser, diaper pail, and laundry bags for storing and washing dirty diapers. Of course you can find all of these thing separately, but it is refreshing to have one company going the extra mile to make the entire cloth diapering experience easier. [Read more →]

EcoAyris is another relatively new seller on Etsy specializing in eco-friendly children’s furniture. They offer two awesome cribs both made from FSC certified wood and non toxic finishes. The style is decidedly modern and you can choose from several finishes. The prices are very comparable if not better than other eco manufacturers at only $777-850. Plus they offer free shipping. [Read more →]

I am finally getting around to sharing these magazine holders I made my husband for Father’s Day. This project was inspired by this amazing photo my husband took of the new Guthrie theater in Minneapolis. I wanted to give him a great way to store his books in the closet. These are super simple, but I thought I’d share a brief tutorial in case you are wondering how to make your own. Here is the step by step to embellish plain magazine holders with a favorite photo for instant functional art. [Read more →]

I have added a new woodland poster design to the shop and I am particularly taken with this one. How can you not fall hopelessly in love with a faux bois deer and a lace bunny?

I am offering this poster in lavender and aqua colorways, both with rich chocolate and modern lime green. Posters are $25 and feature free personalization with your tiny one’s first and middle names. I made these two up for a dear friend who has recently moved to the midwest. This will be a housewarming gift for her two adorable kids.

I love this DIY Twinkle Board project featured on Design Sponge. How wonderful and magical would this be to do with your tiny one’s name. It makes an awesome night light!

Congratulations Heather! You have won a box of Inhabit Living Architect Wall Flats! Please e-mail me to claim your prize.

Heather said:

I love these! i would use these on the wall behind our bed to create more of a focal point in our room. we have a simple headboard with whites and grays in the room, so although theres not a lot of color this would add to the different textures!

I can’t wait to see Heather’s Wall Flat Bedroom Makeover. Please send me a pic when you are done.

Just found this little beauty on Etsy. This modern bamboo bassinet is handmade from vertical grain carbonized bamboo plywood with a walnut stain. I love the simple lines, I am a sucker for anything bamboo, and the sweet decal tops it all off. Mod Owl Furniture just opened on Etsy in May by a finish carpenter looking to bring his own designs to reality.

G Diapers are still my favorite eco-friendly diapering solution, but to be completely honest we never really used them 100% full-time. The reason is economical. After doing a cost compariosn between Fuzzi Bunz and G Diapers, it was obvious the cloth dipaers were a better choice financiall even though we had frequent leakage issues with our son. We did find some cloth inserts by Cottonwood Baby made to fit the G Diaper, but never invested in enough to use full time.

Well finally G Diaper has released their own cloth inserts specifically designed for the G Diaper, which will make the G Diaper solution a much more affordable one. A set of 6 gCloth inserts is $24.99-$29.99 depending on size. We are deep in to potty training for our son now, but we do plan to save our little G pants and order G Diaper cloth inserts for baby #2.

P.S. Love the new black little g pants and the glory g little g pants!

I am working on a new woodland theme poster complete with an original faux bois design. While browsing the web for some visual inspirations I saw these amazing tree ring paintings on the Etsy homepage. I love these! While they would be perfect anywhere, I think they would be especially attractive in a natural nursery setting. Your tiny one would love the bright rings of color while at the same time bringing in a natural element.

Artist Tracy Melton creates each painting with wood from dead white and red Elm trees. She sands and clear coats each ring to bring out the natural beauty of the wood. Then the magic happens with her acrylic ring paintings topped with another coat of clear coat. They are available in various sizes and sold as sets of 3. Depending on size the sets range from $32.99 to $52.99.

Love this idea! Such a great alternative to tv show cartoon characters. Chez Beeper Bebe shares a wonderful tutorial for making your own little coloring books. I am adding this one to my list of ideas for birthday party favors. Also love the animal sewing cards tutorial.