Monograms may be classic kid decor but there's nothing traditional about these five examples. They're fun, inventive, and the perfect focal point for a kid room. Most of these DIYs are also simple enough for children to do themselves (with some parental assistance), which means this could be the perfect way for an older sibling to contribute to a new baby nursery. Without further ado, here are my top 5 modern monograms (clockwise from top left). Button monogram from Spearmint Baby … [Read more...]
5 Easy Ways to Spice up Your Space with Paint
Since posting on DIY kid decor you can get done in a weekend, my mind has turned to the rest of the house. (I'm sure my recently re-kindled friendship with HGTV has a little something to do with it. I'm so glad they've finally started playing more than just House Hunters around the clock!) It's long been said that paint can go a long way in sprucing up a room. Today I've rounded up 5 projects that really put that theory to the test by using just a little paint to make a big … [Read more...]
Kid Decor DIYs You Can Get Done in a Weekend
It's been too long since we had a good "design with kids in mind" post around here. To make amends, I've got three of my all time favorite kid room DIYs. These projects will add a nice punch of style to any kid space and (the best part) each can be completed in a weekend or less. There's a lot to love about this modern gray nursery featured at Buy Modern Baby (the monotone wall letters for one). But my favorite element is definitely the DIY dresser. You all know I'm a big … [Read more...]
Quotes for Kid Spaces
Isn't this play room stunning? It was featured in the spring edition of Lonny Magazine (and spotted by me at Chic & Cheap Nursery). My favorite part is the large scale quote on the wall. You may not be ready to make such a grand statement in your home, but there are lots of other ways to incorporate the written word into kid spaces. And I just happen to have a whole file of quotes saved up. For example, I found this free printable over at Making It Lovely a while … [Read more...]
Guess What I’m Up To!
Image via laissezfaire If you're an MPMK facebook fan or twitter follower, then you already know what I've been up to today. If not, here's a hint: UPDATE: IT'S FINISHED - CHECK IT OUT HERE! I've been plotting some kind of writing center for C ever since I posted about this amazing set up back in MPMK's infancy. I'm still very much considering buying that exact center when C gets a little older. Lately, though, the art supplies have piled up and visions of … [Read more...]
Stylish and Stimulating Storage for Kids
I've got a few spots in my house right now that are crying out to be reorganized. There's the area in the playroom where a changing table now resides (but will soon be vacant) as well as a little real estate in the living room that's just begging for some storage bins. For the former, I would love to do something like this Montessori sensorial, music, and language arts space at montessori home schooling. The orderly setup of this area makes each item seem so interesting and inviting. I … [Read more...]
Fresh Finds: Maps & Globes with a Twist
photo via Sarah Jane StudiosI am absolutely loving this nursery I just found while surfing around online. Everything about it is note perfect - the airiness, the bedding, the pops of color, and especially the maps. I've actually been collecting ideas on how to integrate maps and globes into kid spaces for a while now. I know what you're thinking, who hasn't? But most of my finds go beyond your standard map and this photo has compelled me to finally post about them. Click through for all kinds … [Read more...]
A Quick, Easy, and Super Cool Kid Photography Project
I've been seeing lots of creative kid photography projects lately but this is by far one of my favorites. Since I found this idea on pinterest by someone who got it from unnamed sources on flickr - I don't have an original source for you. So instead of using the photo I found, I took 5 minutes and made my own. The process is extremely simple. Just choose a picture with lots of open space on one side. Then use your photo editing software of choice to add some text about your … [Read more...]
Good Design for a Good Cause
I've been meaning to write this post for a while but last week's vacation has got me a little behind. (Isn't it ironic how you always need a vacation to recover from vacation?) Anyway, you've probably already heard about this by now but just in case you haven't... This "Lovely Love My Family" Print is not only incredibly sweet and stylish, it's also for a good cause. All of the proceeds from its sale go directly to the Schultz family to help with medical costs associated with their … [Read more...]