OH MONDAY!

1. Happy Monday! A week after we arrived back from Australia and I've been reflecting on what I saw while I was there (apart from the sun!). I love spotting different trends that are happening in other places and couldn't help but notice how popular graphic shaped objects are. Such a fun and easy thing to include in kid's spaces! Here are a few pieces I love.

2. Juggling motherhood and working is a constant battle!!! I run a small business, want to be at as many things as possible for my kids, am hands on in daily happenings (meals, driving, etc.), try to include creative activities in our art space, love my kids, my work, my life but often feel pulled in a million different directions! Anyone else? HOW DO YOU FIND BALANCE??! (please leave me ideas or what works for you in comments below).

3. We have been reading the sweetest series of chapter books for kids by Kallie George, a local Vancouver author. So far books 1 & 2 have won over our 6-year-old twins (and me!) and I have ordered the 3rd book which is being released this week! The 4th book looks like it's coming out this summer and it will definitely make our summer reading list. Highly recommend this sweet series!

4. One day somehow I need to have an indoor swing for kids. How amazing is this gorgeous swing?!!!

Photo by Connection Photography

5. Yesterday felt like Spring and the sun seemed to give everyone a burst of joy. Let's hope it stays that way all week. Here's a thought for the week.

OH MONDAY!

1. After a month in Australia, we’re home (and back to reality)! It’s hard to believe just a couple of days ago we were swimming in the ocean and building sandcastles on the beach.

2. Australian design is as good as ever! These gorgeous swimsuits from Love by Willow have lovely frill detail and a gorgeous check pattern. 

3. I had the best time popping into one of the sweetest kids stores, Lilly & Lolly, when I was in Melbourne and couldn’t help picking up these super fun ‘icy pole moulds' for making popsicles in the summer. It’s never too early to start dreaming of summer, right?

4. Moroccan rugs in kids spaces are here to stay! This play space from Tigmi Trading makes me want one for our living room! This trellis rug is affordable AND super cute!

5. I am excited to check in to the final stages of three projects over the next week – a toddler room, playroom and the retail store.

Happy Monday friends!

OH MONDAY!

1. The magical month of December is in full swing and since having kids, I've loved what this month brings...excitement, extra catch ups with friends, magical holiday lights and the comfort of home and family. 

2. I am wrapping up design clients for the holidays soon and can't wait to show you all the new rooms next year, including our very own creative art space, a baby nursery, a playroom and the first retail space I've ever designed! It's been a busy year!

3. We are heading to Melbourne, Australia (where my husband grew up) after Christmas and I am really looking forward to some sunshine, family time and relaxation, but not so much the 16 hour flight with 3 kids to get there!!! If you have any tips on traveling with young kids or any must have products that have saved you on a long flight, please leave any advice in the comments.

Melbourne, Australia

4. One thing I find our kids need renewed every so often is placemats. I'm going to be tucking one of these cute ones in their stockings this year. I love the educational aspect of the world map but the forest placemat rolls up and you can draw on it!!

5. If you are still thinking of getting a canopy like the one in little client Ella's room, now is the time to order!!! They create such a cozy space for reading, imaginary play and best of all, snuggle time. I've linked a few of my favourite options for canopies below.

Have an amazing week!!!

OH MONDAY!

1. #ohmonday seems to come so quickly each week and instead of dreading Mondays, I wake up feeling invigorated and excited to be working in a field that I love so much. Thank you for being here and following my journey!

2. If you caught my Instastories over on Instagram about a week ago, you will have seen that I'm working on a HUGE retail project that I haven't told you much about. This is my first time working outside of children's spaces and I am designing a men's retail store in Yaletown, Vancouver that will be launching in Spring 2018. I'll be sharing more about this exciting project in the months to come but for now, here is a progress shot of the retail shelving and space as well as the amazing pendants and a fun mirror that were just installed!!! A completely different look than my kids rooms!

3. Back to kids...did you know there's only 29 days until Christmas?!! I am thinking of buying dolls for our girls this year. Here are some of the ones I've been looking at; do you know of any others that are lovely and soft and cuddly? Please tell me in the comments if you do!

4. Speaking of Christmas, our favourite personalized books are on sale (last day today) for 15% off! We are buying these this year for some of the little ones in our life as Kaia, Noelle & Xavier LOVE them. The Intergalactic Journey Home is our absolute fave.

5. Hope all of my friends in the US had a wonderful Thanksgiving full of family time. I'm feeling very grateful for our health, everyday opportunities and my sweet little crew below!

Adorable outfits from our friends at Petits Vilains.

Happy Monday...

OH MONDAY!

1. What a weekend! It flew by and we enjoyed so many sweet family moments amidst the downpour of continuous rain. Enough rain to make you want to crawl up in a giant blanket and never leave home (especially if you could look out these dreamy windows all day, right)?

Source: Pinterest

2. If you caught my Instastories on Saturday, you will have seen that our little wooden playhouse is all decorated for Christmas! I am so excited to be sharing the full reveal with you later this week, but for now, here's a tiny sneak peek.

3. Speaking of Christmas, I just bought three little felt mouse ornaments for the kids. Way too cute! We give new holiday ornaments to the kids each year on the day we decorate the tree. That way, when they leave home, they'll have a whole set of ornaments to take with them for their own tree! It's a childhood tradition that I grew up with and have loved to continue.

4. Now that Christmas is on the mind, I'll be updating the HOLIDAY SHOP and adding new gift ideas. Keep checking back if you are looking for gifts for the little ones in your life.

5. Leaving you with this Monday thought:

Have a great week everyone!