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The Cutest Kids' Silhouettes For Your Home

LilSugar — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:35:50 PST

As at-home above a mantle as in the nursery, a custom silhouette is a special piece that becomes a memento as your little one grows up. While the traditional black-and-white look suits some just fine, we've found some incredibly talented designers who do things a bit differently. Plus, for the DIY mom (or dad), a step-by-step guide to creating your own memorable piece of art.

9 White Nurseries That Are Anything But Boring

LilSugar — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:01:11 PST

Crisp white looks clean and fresh in any space, but how do you feel about an all-white nursery? Is it too impractical? Traditionally, white isn't exactly "child-proof," but it's certainly a great way to go gender-neutral, and a pale backdrop allows for all kinds of unique accent pieces.

From solid white spaces to those that use pops of bright, brilliant color, we've rounded up nine gorgeous white nurseries for design inspiration. Check them out and then tell us: would you ever consider a white nursery?

Creative Craft Idea: Kid's Polaroid Wall

LilSugar — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:52:48 PST

Create a miniphotographer in the family! If you're looking for a fresh arts and crafts idea, encourage your kids to get creative by making their own Polaroid wall. Not only will they get the chance to dabble in photography, but they'll also have a hand in decorating their own bedroom. The project can be as simple or as complicated as they'd like, depending on how many pictures they choose to take. Here are a few tips and suggestions to make sure things go smoothly:

Brainstorm special subjects. If your child isn't sure what to photograph, ask them about their favorite places, people, or objects. You'll gain insight into what they care about and at the end of the project, they'll have a collage of the things that mean most to them.
Organize a game plan to make it easier. To keep things simple, encourage your kids to take pictures of different colors, then help them create a color-coordinated masterpiece. Another idea? Pick a theme, like flowers, and go from there.
Think about display options. The Polaroids don't need to cover an entire wall. Instead, suggest that your kids display the pictures in a unique shape, like a heart or the first letter of their name.
Go the gift route. A personalized photo collage could make a great gift - maybe for grandma or a best friend? - so encourage your child to think outside the box for different possibilities.

Don't own a Polaroid camera? Not a problem. Use any printed photographs for the craft, even those printed at home on special photo paper. For a small, affordable Polaroid option, try the 300 Instant Camera ($90) and 300 Instant Film ($13).

Photo courtesy of Apartment Therapy

Cleanup Time: 10 Fun Storage Bins For Kids

Nicole Abbott — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 04:13:09 PST

Clean up, clean up, everybody do your share! Mamas try their very best to keep things organized in the kids' rooms and playroom - but there's so much to be done that she needs a little helping hand. Get your tots to help out during cleanup time with these 10 adorable storage bins for kids.

20 Cool, Modern Mobiles From Etsy

Kate Stahl — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:23:56 PST

Finding a cool mobile that adds style to your nursery, but is also appealing to your baby can be a harder task than most new moms realize. Go with those ubiquitous big-box store mobiles and you'll get the lights, colors, and sounds that just might make your newborn fall in love with his crib - which for some new moms can feel like an impossible goal - but you're stuck looking at a plastic monstrosity in your otherwise-chic baby's room. Scour the upscale baby boutiques, and you'll find some incredible mobiles, but they can come with some equally outstanding price tags. Not to worry! We've scoured one of our favorite sources for creative decor, Etsy, and have found 20 gorgeous mobiles at a range of price points. The only problem now? Choosing just one!

Modern Rockers: 6 Ultra-Contemporary Gliders For Modern Nurseries

Rebecca M Gruber — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:42:08 PST

The wooden sleigh rocking chair that mama once rocked in may look good at grandma's house, but it has no place in the modern nursery. Made from contemporary materials and boasting squared-off lines, today's gliders look just as comfortable in the living room as they do in the baby's nursery. From a chair that complements baby Blue Ivy's lucite crib to a shag rug-covered version, take a seat in some of the hippest chairs out there!

Get the Look: Blue Ivy's Clearly Modern Crib

LilSugar — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:02:00 PST

Blue Ivy Carter arrived this week, and despite the fact that we've yet to see her lil newborn face, the world is already going nuts over the offspring of Jay-Z and Beyoncé! Case in point: rumors of where Miss Blue is laying her head are already heating up, with signs pointing to the super-fab $3,500 lucite Vetro crib.

Design fans knew that lucite would be big this year - and apparently Blue Ivy is getting in on the trend. Her modern crib from Nurseryworks is made entirely out of acrylic, making it highly coveted by modernist parents-to-be - and those who just want to be able to look at their baby without having to hover over the crib. Take a look at these "peekaboo" cribs, including Blue's rumored nest and three other acrylic cribs, and you'll see why Blue's baby bed is such big news!

Rub-a-Dub-Dub: 10 Kid-Friendly Bathroom Designs

Nicole Abbott — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:02:15 PST

Splish, splash, baby's taking a bath! Whether your tot has a bathroom all to himself or shares one with mom and dad, kid-friendly bathroom decor always makes bath time more fun.

Click through to check out these 10 tot-friendly bathroom designs - and get inspired for a bathroom makeover.

A Condensed Nursery For Close Quarters

LilSugar — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:42:56 PST

Tight on space, but still want the best for baby? Square footage doesn't really matter when it comes to welcoming a new addition if mom and pop are willing to put forth a bit of extra effort!, Lots of manufacturers now make streamlined pieces that don't occupy much space. Whatever quarters you have to offer - a walk-in closet, spare wall, or nook all make for cozy lairs. Here are some of the best bets I've come across.

Steal the Look: Amy Brinkley's "Up All Night" Nursery

Nicole Abbott — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:24:27 PST

We're hooked on Up All Night, and we don't appear to be the only ones! The new show is gaining fans left and right for their spot-on - and hilarious - portrayal of life as new parents. Chris and Reagan Brinkley are just like us, but more funny - and with a beautifully decorated midcentury modern home!

Scenes that take place in the Brinkleys' nursery are scarce, but we played a little game of I Spy and found some fabulous items in their baby's room. Click through to see more pictures and get the scoop on the Up All Night nursery.

All photos courtesy NBC/Bravo