A Crib in a Closet: 7 Ways to Make It Work


Updated 04/19/12 9:25 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Nurseries in Closets

There are small nursery spaces, and then there are homes where there's literally no room for baby. Since savvy parents will stop at nothing to accommodate their kids in spaces that are not only functional, but also high in design, we've uncovered seven great nurseries that were converted from closets. Read on and be inspired! Read more

A Modern Toddler Room Makeover


Updated 04/12/12 3:15 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Little Boy Room Makeover

When LilSugar Community Member MrsPiecemaker (otherwise known as Janey) decided her 2-and-a-half-year-old son's nursery was ready for a "big boy" makeover, she went for a sleek, modern approach. "Finding new uses for old items can make the transition easier," she said. "I did it because I didn't want to have to put another item into our already-full storage room." Check out how she tackled the Read more

Tent-tastic! Go Undercover in These Inventive Play Spaces


Updated 04/09/12 3:20 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Tents For Kids Rooms

Tents, teepees, and other hideaways take the concept of "building a fort" to a whole new level for little ones. In addition to offering your kids a place of their own to play, they add an element of whimsy to bedrooms and playrooms alike. Here, some of our favorite creative ways to create a room within a room for your little adventurer. Read more

Nursery Eye Candy! Restoration Hardware Baby & Child's Newest Collection


Updated 04/05/12 1:07 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Restoration Hardware Baby & Child Spring 2012 Collection

Restoration Hardware Baby & Child never fails to amaze us with its sophisticated, yet kid-appropriate designs, but the furnishings heavyweight has seriously outdone itself this Spring. From the Collette crib, featuring tufted linen sides and a design inspired by Louis XV antiques, to the neoclassic, French gray Emelia Twin-Over-Twin bunk bed with fluted sides and feet, carved floral accents, Read more

Baby Rhett's Sophisticated Custom Nursery


Updated 05/21/12 7:43 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 1 comment

Baby Boy Nursery Inspiration

Savannah, GA-based Emily McCarthy of Emma J Design makes paper and other products beautiful for a living. When she was preparing a nursery for her baby boy, Rhett (who was born in December), McCarthy took plenty of time and effort to ensure that the room was totally one of a kind. "We have poured our heart and soul into creating an inspirational environment for this little guy and hope he grows Read more

Get the Look: A City Circus Bedroom For Jenna Lyons's Son


Updated 04/01/12 4:20 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Inspiration From Jenna Lyons's Son

When J.Crew's Creative Director Jenna Lyons put her Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY, town house on the market this past November, we all benefited from getting to see the incredible virtual home tour. With seven bedrooms, three and a half baths, a gorgeous patio, balcony, and wine cellar, the property (which sold for $4 million earlier this week) is truly spectacular. But as moms, the space we were Read more

Baby Ruby's Fanciful, Fun Los Angeles Nursery


Updated 03/30/12 12:34 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 2 comments

Baby Girl Nursery Inspiration

Oh joy! We're thrilled to share 5-month-old baby Ruby's fanciful, fun nursery with you today. Ruby's mom is the wonderfully talented Joy Deangdeelert Cho, the founder of the aptly named blog and creative/business consulting service Oh Joy! She designs textiles, packaging, and branding collateral for her clients, so needless to say, when it came to Ruby's nursery, attention was paid to every last Read more

Chinoiserie Chic: Translating the Trend For Your Little Girl's Room


Updated 03/22/12 9:19 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 1 comment

Chinoiserie Kids Rooms

A popular trend in the home design world, chinoiserie (which literally translates from French to "Chinese-esque") incorporates Asian motifs and shapes into prints, patterns, furniture, and home accents. While it's typically a more formal and "adult" look, we were blown away by the chinoiserie wall mural and accompanying decor in this little girl's room by Martensen Jones Interiors. If a full-wall Read more

Matryoshka Doll-Inspired Picks For Your Own Lil Doll


Updated 03/21/12 7:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Matryoshka-Themed Gifts For Kids

Stack 'em up! Matryoshka dolls have been entertaining grown-ups and tots alike for more than a century. The Russian wooden dolls — which are characterized by their nesting abilities — are now finding a new generation of fans, who are enjoying the traditional babushkas as more than just dolls. Check out these fun finds that incorporate the Matryoshka theme beyond just the nesting dolls. Read more

10 Design-Worthy Picks For Kids


Updated 03/20/12 4:33 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Design Inspired Nursery Decor

Who says a nursery must be filled with pastels, characters, or baby-inspired pieces? Today's parents have an eye for style and they're not letting the arrival of lil ones change their home's aesthetic. With designers and decorators now keeping tots in mind when they create, there are plenty of options for those who want to skip the baby emporium all together. Check out these 10 pieces that will Read more