Jodie Roth is the  founder and CEO of Butterscotch blankets, her passion to find something unique for her son’s nurseries is how she created the Butterscotch collection.  The collection is full of yummy and super soft blankets, hats, scarves and pillows.  They are custom designed and handcrafted, add initials, names and monograms for the perfect gift. We had the chance to chat with Jodie to find out what inspires her and how she creates one of our favorite blankets.

1. What everyday things inspire you to create new designs?

My designs are a direct result of everyday life such as flipping through magazines , walking through my favorite designer boutiques and looking at colors in bedding and stationary trends.

2. Name 3 words that best describe Butterscotch Blankets?

Fun, Sophisticated and unique

3. With such a busy schedule, how do you balance work, family, and me time?

I have 2 active boys but I enjoy what I do so its not work to me, its my passion.

4. What advise would you have for other mom inventors just trying to start their own dream company?

Follow your gut, your inner strength and if you believe in yourself you will succeed.

5. Do you have any future plans you would like to share, maybe new products or designs?

I am coming out with a line of sweaters dresses  in a knit fabric like my blankets and pillows.

1. Jordan crib in Mahogany

2. 3 drawer 1 door changing table with slide top

3. Wall Decor by Sam Simon

4. Shaggy Raggy Rug in Blue

5. Every nursery needs the perfect blanket, this blue one can be personalized by Butterscotch blankets

6. Bellini toy box

7. On the Jordan crib we used a classic and sweet bedding set by Blauen Bedding.

8. We love all the lighting by Maura Daniels.

Want more?  Visit your local Bellini store, we can help you create your own Domani nursery! 

1. What inspired you to create a perfect “alternative” to the bumper?

We were aware of the dangers of the traditional crib bumpers and the concern that parents had using them. Already in the industry, with the Snug & Tug Swaddling Blanket, we noticed parents frustrated in general with their bumper and then with safety hazards on top of that, parents were forgoing them all together. We did some product research and found no stylish alternatives truly addressed all the issues surrounding traditional crib bumpers.

2. Name 3 words that best describe the wonder bumpers?

Safe, Smart, and stylish

3. With such a busy schedule, how do you balance work, family, and me time?

Well, I am not going to lie, it is difficult to create a perfect balance with life, work and family. It’s always a work in progress. As the kids get older it gets slightly easier, but I believe as long as you are aware of your efforts to create a balance then you are in a good place!

4. Do you have any future plans you would like to share, maybe new products?

We are expanding our Wonder Bumper line to offer matching decor so parents can create a complete a beautiful and safe nursery!

Here our Sydney crib is dressed in their baby basic design in pink and cream.

There are so many wooden letter trains out there but I loved the bright colors and designs that vibrant trains used.  They do custom work as well, so what ever your little one is into they can create that theme.

I Love pillows, the more the better.  Honey Pie design makes custom pillows using intials and weet words.  This “M” pillow is so fun for a playroom, make a word with a group of them or get each initial of your child’s name.

Who doesn’t want to snuggle with this bunny?  This bunny is so sweet and designed with joy by cherry time. They have so many adorable animals to choose from in a ton of soft colors,  a perfect gift.

I told you I love pillows!  So fun and bright colored retro pillows, these too would be so cool for a playroom. Get a bunch or add a pillow each year your child has a birthday.  These fabulous pillows are from num pillows.

One of Bellini’s favorite bedding designers is Annette Tatum, the creative mind behind the beautiful designs of House and Little House.  Annette started studying industrial and textile design at UCLA and in 1994 she started Annette Tatum Collections. You will always find her in her studio designing new collections and working on interior design projects.

By the time her secound daughter, Ella, was born, Little House designs were created.  She felt inspired  by childhood and being a new mom so she wanted the prints and patterns to embrace the innocence and personality of a child.

We were thrilled to be able to chat with Annette Tatum and hope you enjoy reading about her.

1. We know you founded your own collection in 1994, what inspired you to start designing baby and children’s bedding? I come from a textile background and had begun making apparel when I first started. Once I started having children nursery bedding was a natural.

2. Out of all of your collections, what is your favorite nursery collection? In our current line I still love Goa. I am a bohemian at heart. From the new collection I love the new Khaki Brocade. It is a colorway that has always been successful for us and I love the Brocade. It is classic.

3. With such a busy work day, how do you balance work, family, and me time? ”I am super organized by nature.. so that helps.” I am also always anticipating what is next. There are always the “curve” balls during the day.. but somehow it all manages to get done. I have learned that nothing is “perfect” and that is ok too.

4. Name 3 words that best describe Annette Tatum Collections?  “Classic, Sophisticated, and Inspiring.”

5. Do you have any future plans you would like to share, maybe new collections or new products? We are introducing our original brand “house” back into the market. “We also have paint, furniture and a new little house collection coming in Spring.” Our pajamas are also being re-introduced this January. “Lots of fun stuff happening.”

We are very excited and looking forward to seeing Little House’s 2012  collections coming out this Spring!

One of the easiest things to do is get some colored pails or storage bins, label them by toy category and you are done.  I have always loved how Lima Bean Kids makes it so easy for you to color coordinate and personalize their storage pails.

Looking for an easy DIY project, check out these old crates, just paint and hang.  I love that you can color coordinate it to the room and hang them any which way so it’s easy for your kids to reach.

Genius!  Love this creative and fun way of organizing, needs a little more handing power but I love it.  Found this from ohdeedoh, as they say “don’t forget that the floor space is not the only storage space you have to work with”.

Don’t forget your furniture!  Your bookcases and shelving are also perfect for displaying your child’s favorite possessions.  Bellini has beautiful bookcases that will grow with your child’s needs.

Uimi blankets, an Australian company, is my new obsession.  They make 100% organic cotton blankets in bassinet and cot size.  The blankets are designed in beautiful color combos and chevron patterns.

The Sefte blanket is simple, elegant, and stylish.  Made out of 100% Baby Alpaca by artisans in Peru.  Available in one size and 3 different colors Pin, Sand, and Blue.

This hand knitted rainbow colored blanket really caught my eye, from Rocket and Bean. They are also perfect to throw over a glider to add a color to a nursery.

You just finished ordering your nursery furniture and picked out the paint color for the walls.  It’s time to have fun with decor pieces, fabrics  and accessories to make the room your own.  New Arrivals Inc. offers sweet fabrics and adorable accessories.  Some of our favorites include, letter blocks, mirrors, and clocks.

Both the letter blocks and clock can be ordered in blue or pink color combos. Also featured in their decor line are rugs, lamps, and monogrammed pillows.  If  you choose all or some of the decor pieces it will look fabulous.  New Arrivals Inc. pieces also look great in a playroom, for example,  stack the letter blocks and use as book ends.  Use the letters to spell “PLAY” or “Explore” over the entrance door or desk.

The vintage inspired scalloped floor mirror and script letters are a perfect fit for any shabby chic themed room.  What ever room you are creating, New Arrrivals Inc. will add also the perfect touch!