With the arrival of March, our kids have been noticing all the bulbs popping out of the soil here in Vancouver and it’s giving me hope that Spring is on its’ way! While I know we are still at least a few weeks away from the real arrival of Spring weather, these picks are good enough to get us through the last of the wintery days.
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Let’s talk play tables! One of the biggest requests’ clients have when we create playrooms is to design a space that will grow with their child. Each item is chosen intentionally for the age and stage that children are in and play tables are no different. While a low kids table is ideal for toddlers and very young children, once kids are over six, I find something a little higher is slightly more comfortable.
While chairs and stools are great to have, many toddlers prefer to stand up at a table and ensuring the right size table is a good start for keeping kids interested in what’s on the table to play with. As we know, entertained toddlers are the happiest toddlers! So, in order to accommodate our youngest clients and also children over 6, I’ve rounded up my favourite play tables in two categories:
Play tables that are 20” and under; and
Play tables that are over 20” in height
Some come with chairs and some do not so we’ve included a few extra chairs sets to match these adorable tables just for kids. This play table (below) is one of our most commonly asked about tables. It’s the perfect simple white table that will last until kids are 10-12 years old. With no edges to hold in toys, this table works best for arts and crafts, games, etc. and could even be used as a desk.
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Source: Courtney Nye Design
What to look for when shopping for tables:
When it comes to choosing the perfect table for your little one(s), consider the height, the number of children who can be seated at the table as well as the space you have for the table to fit in. If you are working with a small corner, consider a round table for 2-4 kids. If you have a bigger space (like above), choose a table that can accommodate more. You will find the bigger size useful for little cousins or friends, playdates or making bigger projects as kids grow.
While this really comes down to personal preference, a round table allows all children to be facing each other and is well suited to a corner situation. If given the option between a round play table or a square one (both fitting the same number of kids), I choose the round to eliminate sharp corners. A small rectangular table can be placed against a wall and a larger rectangular table can be great for two kids working at each end; especially useful to give kids their own independent space or for arguing toddlers (speaking from experience here!).
Whether modern or traditional, or a different style all together, a play table can fit with your other home decor beautifully if you choose carefully. I love a simple white table because it is easy to clean and most marks can be removed without changing the colour.
Now that you’ve considered all of the different angles of the perfect play table for you, here are our favourites!
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HAPPY OCTOBER! With Autumn in full swing and the crunch of fall leaves beneath our feet, it’s time for cozying up with our sweet families in the comfort of our homes (ok, ok, I know…we’ve been doing that all year, haven’t we?!). With that, here are our picks of the month from furniture to toys, eco-friendly finds to clothing and more.
HAPPY SEPTEMBER! With summer on the cusp of Autumn, the days are getting shorter and here in Vancouver, we are breathing in every last breath of warm sunshine that we can. I spend so much time through a month looking at different items that I thought it would make sense to share my finds with you all! So scroll down for my picks of the month, from furniture to toys, eco-friendly finds to clothing and much more.
When it comes to lighting in a kids room, table and task lamps are one of the most functional solutions. Of course it doesn’t eliminate the need for a ceiling light, or a night light, or even a wall sconce in some spaces, but a table lamp can be useful for giving off the perfect glow on a side table or dresser. We’ve rounded up some of our favourites below; many you’ve seen used in rooms we’ve already shared and a few in rooms to come!
Photo: Shared Girls Room Project…coming Spring 2020
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When thinking about lamps for kids rooms, consider the direction of light. You wouldn’t want a bright light shining straight into your child’s face, so think of lighting that directs downwards (like the one above) or is filtered with a shade (like the one below).
Photo: from Xavier’s Neutral Bunk Room Project
A larger more substantial lamp can be used in a kids room, playroom or even a living room if you are looking for lighting that will last you through the years. While I always suggest using wood or metal lamps on side tables in kids’ spaces (to avoid breakage), a ceramic lamp on a dresser seems to stay intact if it is solid enough not to be tipped over.
Photo: from Ella’s Toddler Room Project
Photo: from The Baker Boys Bunk Room Project…coming 2020
Here are 12 of our favourite lamps that will grow with your child; some perfect on bedside tables, others ideal on top of the dresser.
