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A Sneak Peek at Land of Nod's 2013 Spring Collection

Oh Land of Nod, why do you tempt us so!

Oh Land of Nod, why do you tempt us so! From bedding and storage ideas to room decor and fun toys, the kiddie store is always introducing new designs that we can't wait to get our hands on! Case and point: the upcoming Spring collection!

Filled with some of the hottest trends (not just in the tot world, but in general home design), the collection includes plenty of emerald (color of the year!) finds, denim, polka dots, and florals. We got a sneak peek of a few key pieces from the collection in advance of its Jan. 22 debut and are ready to spiff out our kids' rooms and playrooms now. Keep reading to see some Spring picks, and tell us — which are you craving?

Marketplace

9 Adult Friendly Finds From Land of Nod

Even childless households can benefit from some of the surprisingly chic finds at nursery decorating haven, Land of Nod.

Even childless households can benefit from some of the surprisingly chic finds at nursery decorating haven, Land of Nod. Hiding behind the changing tables and precious styling are major scores like affordable lighting options, upholstered furniture, and more. With a current selection that offers cozy woodland-inspired pieces with a touch off global influence, we're convinced that there's something for bohemians and babies alike.

Kid Shopping

11 Bins Designed to Store Your Toys in Style

Most parents know the joy (for your kids) and agony (for you) of toys, toys, and more toys .

Most parents know the joy (for your kids) and agony (for you) of toys, toys, and more toys . . . in every single room of your house. Give all that kid-friendly clutter a pretty place to live in one of these brand-new storage bins. From some of our favorite retailers for kids (Land of Nod, Ferm Living) and adults (CB2, West Elm), these bins are stylish enough to live in any room and big enough to hold an abundance of Legos, books, stuffed pals, and more. Start shopping!

Kid Shopping

Sleep Chic! 8 New Bedding Styles Just For Kids

Bedding is one of my favorite things to buy, and it becomes even more fun when it involves bright colors, cool graphics, and sweet extras — in short, when it's designed for kids!

Bedding is one of my favorite things to buy, and it becomes even more fun when it involves bright colors, cool graphics, and sweet extras — in short, when it's designed for kids! Just in time for Fall, some of our favorite kid decor companies, including Dwell Studio, Land of Nod, and Serena & Lily, have debuted some adorable new bedding designs for babies and kids. Check them all out, and get inspired to create a cozier, cuter bed for your little ones, just in time for cooler weather.

Skip Hop

Summer Must-Have: The Perfect Picnic Blanket

To me, Summer is all about being in the backyard, walking around barefoot.

To me, Summer is all about being in the backyard, walking around barefoot. Unfortunately, my daughter hasn't yet learned the joys of feeling the grass under her feet, so a picnic blanket or outdoor mat is still a must-have now that I'm a yard-owning suburbanite as it was when I spent Summer afternoons at the park when I was a city dweller. If you're in the same boat, consider investing in one of the five outdoor blankets pictured above. Most are waterproof, and all fold up nicely to fit over your shoulder or in your picnic basket. Skip Hop's version even comes with its own cooler bag! Believe us, your grass-averse kids will thank you.

Clockwise from top left: JJ Cole Essentials Blanket in gray and red ($23); Land of Nod Shore Thing Beach Blankets ($49); Pottery Barn Kids Fairfax Beach Blanket, available in pink and navy ($60–$65); Tuffo Water-Resistant Outdoor Blanket With Carrying Case ($32); Skip Hop Central Park Blanket and Cooler Bag ($45).

kids rooms

A Sneak Peek at The Land of Nod's Fall 2012 Collection

We're huge fans of The Land of Nod's gorgeous design options for nurseries, kids rooms, and playrooms.

We're huge fans of The Land of Nod's gorgeous design options for nurseries, kids rooms, and playrooms. And after getting a sneak preview of the brand's Fall 2012 line, which will be in stores (and online) in July, we found a few pieces that we're even lusting after for our own bedrooms and family rooms.

Vignettes at Land of Nod's preview ran the range from the masculine "American Kitsch" theme to a "Soft and Quiet" room for stylish girlie-girls. Click through and tell us, what's your favorite piece?

Ikea

Simple or Swank: Easy Easels

Children love to doodle, draw, paint, and scribble.

Children love to doodle, draw, paint, and scribble. Encourage that creativity by giving them the tools to create. Now, it's time to decide how much to spend on the supplies.

Simple: IKEA makes a $20 easel with chalkboard on one side and whiteboard on the other. The simple design has a tray to store the lil artist's utensils. And, a paper roll can be used with the design as well.

Swank: The multi–purpose art stand from Land of Nod offers a few more perks. For $119, the chalkboard side has upper and lower case alphabet letters printed on the board, which is great for a lil one learning script. The hardwood stand also comes with a large roll of paper and a tray for jars of paint or cups or markers.

Surely your mini Matisse would be thrilled with either of these options!

Art

Kidoodles: Paint Pumps

Your mini Matisse has never had it easier now that Land of Nod is offering Finger Picasso Paint and Finger Paint Pads ($5.95).

Your mini Matisse has never had it easier now that Land of Nod is offering Finger Picasso Paint and Finger Paint Pads ($5.95).

The non toxic paint comes in pump dispensers making it convenient for lil hands to create and clean up. And, the 15 oz. containers that are each sold with a pad of paper, come in every shade of the rainbow — red, orange, yellow, blue, green and purple.