Monthly Archives: May 2011

Picnic Time!

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A family picnic on a nice spring day is a great way to get out of the house and get some fresh air! Keep it simple. Start with a good blanket. We like to use one with a waterproof backing, … Continue reading

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About Lynette

Lynette Damir is a registered nurse, a mom of two young children, a designer, and the founder and CEO of SwaddleDesigns. SwaddleDesigns is focused on stylish, innovative and quality baby products that help parents comfort and care for their baby. Lynette is an Inc Magazine featured entrepreneur from the 2009 Inc 500. She lives in Seattle, Wa. Please visit http://www.SwaddleDesigns.com

A look at the gifts Victoria Beckham got for her baby shower. Continue reading

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About Patty

Patty Shaw is the creator and editor of the popular blog, Baby Chic 101 (www.babychic101.com).

I think there are many people like me who have a collection of paint chips  in a drawer waiting for the day when we would finally get around to changing the color of a room in our house. You know…that project that we just don’t … Continue reading

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About Deborah

Deborah Acquino is the owner of LotAspots, a company that sells children’s personalized accessories. Visit http://www.etsy.com/shop/candicenkatiesart to see the latest designs. She has 3 children and resides outside of Charleston, S.C. with her husband Chris and 2 dogs, Simon and Skippy.
More than wall Decor

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We need to start thinking “Outside the Walls” , hanging different kinds of artwork or wall covering.  As wallpaper is making a comeback, Twelve Timbers have come up with a similar concept that I adore. They have created wall panels, … Continue reading

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About Tracy

Tracy Wild has over 15 years experience in the children’s industry from working behind the scenes at Ralph Lauren children’s wear and DKNY Kids. Before moving to North Carolina, Tracy helped manage the Connecticut Bellini showroom, doing buying and running their online boutique, the bean’s closet. She is also a mom to Julia and Max.

What are the HOT color trends?…I am always being asked this question….Let me just say…as a designer…I LOVE color! I can not live with out it…I have to be careful around some of my clients who prefer the calmness of … Continue reading

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About susan

Susan Tollefsen:  Quirky, Fun, Stylish…with a Twist Raleigh, NC-based Susan Tollefsen (Susan Tollefsen Interiors) has been an interior designer for 12 years but she’s been working at design in one form or another most of her life – from crafting Barbie’s Dream Drapes as a child to styling dorm rooms in college. Design has been a lifelong passion and she always brings freshness and a new way of looking at things to every project. Flip through her portfolio and you’ll find a sense of style that is fun yet thought-provoking…ever-stylish but with a twist!
Rain Rain Go Away!

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I know there are places now that are begging for the rain to stop and the sun to return. When the skies stay cloudy for many days in a row, we start to wonder if we will ever see the sun again. … Continue reading

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About Deborah

Deborah Acquino is the owner of LotAspots, a company that sells children’s personalized accessories. Visit http://www.etsy.com/shop/candicenkatiesart to see the latest designs. She has 3 children and resides outside of Charleston, S.C. with her husband Chris and 2 dogs, Simon and Skippy.
Window Treatments Nava style!

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I must share with you the fact that at Nava’s Designs, we are not window treatment pros’s, however, when a need to match a baby bedding set of ours is upon you we suggest to use the same fabrics as … Continue reading

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About Nava Writz

Nava Writz is an icon in the baby bedding and nursery accessory industry, offering clients the ultimate in luxurious, detailed and finely crafted baby bedding for over 25 years. Visit www.navasdesigns.com to see her entire collection.

1.What inspired you to become a designer and start your own business? Well, I had a collection of vintage fabrics…so, being inspired by my grandma’s 1950′s vintage couch (covered in vinyl!!) I sewed up a simple tote made of vintage … Continue reading

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About admin

Bellini is an international juvenile furniture company in business for almost 30 years. Visit us at www.bellini.com for more information.

We are beyond excited to share with you our interview we had with Kristen Chase from CoolMompicks.com We were able to ask her about her favorite products for moms and kids.  We even asked her how she balances her busy … Continue reading

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About admin

Bellini is an international juvenile furniture company in business for almost 30 years. Visit us at www.bellini.com for more information.

While not all of us moms can pull of the romper trend that seems to be carrying over from last summer, what we can DO is look just as fashionable in a maxi dress. Perfect for hot summer days, the … Continue reading

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About Christine

Christine Fox is a San Diego-based freelance writer and Everyday Mama to two. She is a style contributor to StyleBakeryMom.com and also has her own site at EverydayMama.com.