Design Boards

Keeping Baby Close

April 16, 2012

A baby who is close by is always welcome with open arms. Especially with these great products that keep your bustling babe within arm’s reach.

Our top 10 picks for keeping baby close:
1. Retro Baby Sling in Black and White
2. Cherubini Bassinet with Linens
3. Petunia Pickle Bottom Olive Scout Walkabout Carrier
4. EuroTote in Choice of Color
5. Bloom Coco Natural Stylewood in Choice of Color
6. Bratt Decor Chelsea Cradle in Antique Silver
7. Hayden Moses Basket
8. Petunia Pickle Bottom Misted Marseille Haven Nursing Cover
9. Kensington Play Mat in Camel
10. Bloom Nano Urban Highchair in Choice of Color

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This week’s get the look is inspired by the Tory Burch ‘Stephanie’ Embellished Tunic from Nordstrom. This fabulous outfit makes us want to embrace the bold colors and prints of spring. See how we would accessorize our space on our Inspired by Tory Burch Pinterest board!

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Posh People: A Few Questions for Susan Wagner

March 9, 2012

You know that woman in the office who has so much sparkle and style that her infectious personality walks into the space before she does? We do too – meet Susan. While she’s one of the newest additions to the posh family, Susan already feels like an old friend. Take a minute to get to know her. We guarantee you’ll hear from this kindred spirit again sometime.

Name: Susan Wagner

Design background: BA in Fashion

Design philosophy: Eclectic. Do what you love as long as you’re mixing, not matching.

Inspirations? Influences? My design inspirations come from everywhere. I’m constantly inspired by new people, new cultures, music and lots of travel! My design eye is influenced by many including Kelly Wearsler and Milton Glaser.

Favorite books? Websites? Design Sponge, Decor8, The Sartorialist & Tastespotting

On my iPod: M83, City and Colour, Florence + The Machine, Mumford & Sons, Cut Copy & The National

A Few of My Favorite Things: Some things I like, in no particular order, include: french press coffee, ripe avocados, letterpress, NPR, Scottie dogs, swimming in the ocean, yoga, crazy art installations, ikat prints, farmers’ markets, rainbow macaroons, San Francisco, freshly laundered sheets, getting out of town, cookbooks, Instagram, Eames chairs & the NY Times.

Susan’s Posh Picks:

1. Marias Lamp in White

2. Catherine Mirrored Glass Dresser

3. Glam Glider in Choice of Fabric

4. White Moroccan Leather Pouf

5. Insigna Rug in Pale Stone

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Reading Across America

February 29, 2012

What develops curious minds and is a distinguishing factor in student achievement and long-term success? Well, reading, of course!

Celebrating its 15th year this Friday, March 2nd is National Read Across America Day. Founded by the National Education Association in 1998 on the birthday of Dr. Seuss, Read Across America Day is dedicated to promoting the importance of reading. With more than 50 million kids and adults taking part in Read Across America Day in 2011, it’s the largest reading event in the nation.

Besides picking up a good book and reading to your kids, here are some other creative activities you might want to consider courtesy of Education.com:

Top 5 Seussational Celebrations:
1. Make a Cat in the Hat-Inspired Hat: What better way to embrace the world of Dr. Seuss than to dress up like one of his classic characters? This accessory-making activity celebrates the fun of this famous feline.
2. Make a Green Eggs and Ham-Inspired Placemat: Before your kindergartner devours her own version of green eggs and ham, she’s going to need a one-of-a-kind placemat to match! Here’s how to get started.
3. Play Hop on Pop Hopscotch: Celebrate Seuss and develop your child’s reading and vocabulary skills with this happy hop-filled game!
4. Make a Horton-Inspired Elephant Nose and Ears: Encourage your child to celebrate Read Across America Day by making his own elephant costume inspired by Horton from Horton Hears a Who!.
5. Play an ABC Balloon Game: Looking for a fun and active way to celebrate Read Across America Day? Try this great balloon game inspired by The Cat in the Hat Comes Back.

For more information on Read Across America and the NEA:

https://www.facebook.com/neareadacrossamerica
http://www.readacrossamerica.org/
http://www.nea.org/grants/886.htm

Last but not least, inspire your child’s imagination with a Seussical space!