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Featured Posts
Build Your Own Pottery Barn Kids Kitchen for a Fraction of the Cost
by Natalie
10 Toys That Should be in Every Playroom
by Natalie
Secrets to Painting Perfect Stripes (Even on Textured Walls!)
by NatalieInspiring Rooms & Ideas»
Juicy Bits’ Basement Playroom
September 3rd, 2010 at 11:09 am-
Ontwerpduo Shared BedroomI want to live in this room! From bright colors to the room divider with doors, I would be sure to wake up happy...by Natalie on August 30th, 2010 at 10:08 pm -
Shaunna’s Pottery Barn Kids Cottage/Coastal Inspired PlayroomLike most mom’s Shaunna at Perfectly Imperfect fell in love with a Pottery Barn Kids Playroom, but unlike...by Natalie on September 1st, 2010 at 09:09 am -
Chalkboard Paint, Going Beyond the WallsWe all love a good chalkboard wall, but who says chalkboard paint has to be used on a wall or even inside? Here...by Natalie on August 30th, 2010 at 04:08 pm
Playroom Storage & Furniture»
Jen’s Ikea Playroom Storage Perfection
September 2nd, 2010 at 01:09 pm-
Game Board Storage Art & Storage SolutionsFrom missing pieces to messy closets, storing game boards is often an endless challenge. Beckie at Infaranttly...by Natalie on August 30th, 2010 at 01:08 pm -
When Family Rooms and Playrooms Collide: Stylish and Functional Toys Storage SolutionsPlayrooms are often integrated into family or living rooms. As a result, many families are faced with the challenge...by Natalie on May 7th, 2010 at 03:05 pm
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Playroom Storage Solutions: Ikea Expedit and Via Toy BoxThe problem with having toys, even if they are the coolest toys on earth, is that you eventually have to find a...by Natalie on August 21st, 2009 at 10:08 pm
Do-It-Yourself Projects»
Three Easy Ways to Build Your Own Forward-Facing Bookshelf
August 30th, 2010 at 10:08 am-
Build Your Own Pottery Barn Kids Kitchen for a Fraction of the CostIf you have never drooled over a Pottery Barn Kids catalogue, then you’ve either never seen one or you must...by Natalie on August 27th, 2010 at 10:08 pm -
How to Turn Jumbo Wood Peg Puzzles into a Hanging Storage SystemJumbo Peg Puzzles (wood puzzles with a large over-sized peg), such as Melissa & Doug Deluxe Fish Bowl, are...by Natalie on September 20th, 2009 at 12:09 am
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Secrets to Painting Perfect Stripes (Even on Textured Walls!)Coordinating Stripes Painting stripes is an easy and affordable way to create a custom, designer look in your...by Natalie on September 28th, 2009 at 11:09 pm
Toys & Games»
10 Toys That Should be in Every Playroom
August 29th, 2010 at 10:08 pm-
Tag Toys Memory Lock BoxOften times the simplest toys are the best toys. At Tag Toys, making simple, high quality toys yet engaging toys...by Natalie on July 28th, 2010 at 03:07 pm
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What’s the best toy garage for your kids?When searching for the best toy car garage for your kids your journey should begin in their toy chest. To save...by Natalie on August 27th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
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The Best Toy Gifts for Older Elementary KidsWhile the blissful “Santa” years may be over, no longer having jolly St. Nick as a bad gift scapegoat...by Natalie on November 9th, 2009 at 03:11 pm
Everyday Solutions»
Have You Forgotten How to Play?
September 3rd, 2010 at 10:09 am-
The Negative Effects of Too Many Toys and What To Do About ItWe’ve all been there and thought the same thing, “These kids have too many toys!” Whether...by Natalie on August 25th, 2010 at 04:08 pm -
Solve Your Sippy Cup Blues with Painters TapeSippy cups are lifesavers, but opening one full of rotten milk can come close to killing you. With one cup full...by Natalie on August 5th, 2010 at 02:08 pm
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How to Increase Your Child’s Literacy While They Watch TVWish you could turn on the screen without turning on all the guilt as well? While the TV is certainly not going...by Natalie on February 28th, 2010 at 11:02 pm
Recent Articles
Juicy Bits’ Basement Playroom
Kids thrive in colorful environments. In fact, many studies show that color inspires kids to be creative and to explore or “play” with the things around them. Jessica from Juicy Bits Playroom created an inspiring playroom for three girls ages 4 to 8. Her room is the perfect example of how to make a colorful, playroom [...]
Jen’s Ikea Playroom Storage Perfection
Jen at IHeart Organization demonstrates just how functional, affordable and easy Ikea storage can be. Using Expedit and Trofast shelves from Ikea she was able to organize the playroom in a relatively small place. My favorite take-home idea from Jen’s playroom is the clever and easy way she decorated the clear storage boxes and the [...]
Have You Forgotten How to Play?
Who knew Ikea had such brains? As a worldwide company, Ikea set out to learn about how children instinctively are drawn towards play. Their findings are truly eye-opening: To learn more about Ikea’s Playreport visit their Facebook page or Ikea Family website.
Ontwerpduo Shared Bedroom
I want to live in this room! From bright colors to the room divider with doors, I would be sure to wake up happy everyday in this room. The good ‘ole folks at Ohdeedoh (love you guys!) came across this bedroom design project that design team Ontwerpduo, put together for the Netherlands TV program Eigen [...]
Shaunna’s Pottery Barn Kids Cottage/Coastal Inspired Playroom
Like most mom’s Shaunna at Perfectly Imperfect fell in love with a Pottery Barn Kids Playroom, but unlike most mom’s she recreated the room from scratch. Yep, from bare bone wood and all, her and her husband (with a little help for the major construction) built a playroom in their attic space. Her husband even [...]
Chalkboard Paint, Going Beyond the Walls
We all love a good chalkboard wall, but who says chalkboard paint has to be used on a wall or even inside? Here are a few creative ideas to get your chalkboard ideas flowing. Outdoor Chalkboard Turn unused space on your fence into a chalkboard. For instructions visit Ohdeeoh’s posts here, be sure to read [...]
Cerise Decor’s Emma Playroom
One look at this playroom and your kids may quickly become strangers. From the colorful pallet to the chalkboard and play kitchen, every corner of this rooms engages and inspires kids to do what they do best, play. Some of my favorite aspects of the room include: Storage: The Ikea Expedit type shelving unit on [...]
The Sugar Bee Craft Edition Playroom
Mandy at Sugar Bee Craft Edition, create a truly “perfect playroom” in a small, awkward nook in her house. From the amazing fabric and paint wall mural to the peek-a-boo window into the family room, this playroom is truly swoon worthy. So cute! The small attention to details, such as the working doorbell and play areas make [...]
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