The reader's favorite posts on Ohdeedoh this week included putting pink in a boy's room, feng shui for babies, a great shared room and more.
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Last year color authority Pantone hailed "blue iris" as a color to look for. This year they've named Mimosa yellow the Color of the Year. "In a time of economic uncertainty and political change, o...
Jennifer wrote in to show us some amazing photos of the writing nook she's created for her little boy, Jack. She says, "I think an orderly and enticing space for writing can inspire children to assemb...
President-elect Obama has asked Americans to create the change they wish to see by volunteering their time this Monday to celebrate the memory of Martin Luther King, Jr.
We took a look and found lots...
The line-up from EcoTots just gets better and better. We just stumbled upon this piece. We'll admit we liked its looks but wasn't quite sure of its function until we read the description. The Bonsa...
Looking for a little privacy in the nursery or bathroom but still want some light? We've seen plenty of pretty options for translucent screens, but they tend to be pricey. For $8, you can get a can...
Catherine sent in a good quesiton: I have a rather tall 2 year-old that's well overdue to come out of the crib and into a big boy bed. Trouble is, I'm not sure what kind of bed to choose.... (Note: In...
Last summer Lorena Siminovich of Petit Collage unveiled her first bamboo mobile: Bird Trio and now she's added the Jungle Friends mobile to her collection.
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We're predicting that 2009 will be the year when people return to traditional design elements -- lots of quilts, burlap, and braided rugs -- but with a contemporary twist. It doesn't get a lot more ho...
There's a new bedding set we're digging these days. We spotted the Ticklicious Quilted Circles set from Walmart. Billed as a crib to toddler set, you get a comforter, bumper, crib-size fitted sheet,...
We love free stuff. You can download free calling cards like this one thanks to Angie over at Many Little Blessings. Choose from a number of designs. ...
Happy Birthday to Alex!
Three cheers for Alex, who turns one today - best wishes for a great day from all of us at Ohdeedoh.
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Even though Sunrise Ruffalo (wife of actor Mark) collaborated with a designer, her friend Amy Kehoe, her home has a lovely, lived-in ease rather than an overly styled fussiness. We especially love ...
Long before we ever had children, we had enough self awareness to know that keeping a baby book up to date was not within our capabilities. Two kids later, we've never beaten ourselves up about the fa...
There is no shortage of shelving units suitable for a nursery these days, but we never tire of yet another option. We really like these Ply Grid Shelves by Offi. They are versatile and come in a nic...
The Tone Kids Chair is a great example of classic design with modern sensibilities. Created using sustainable timbers, the Tone Kids Chair gives a nod to traditional parquetry.
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Katie is looking for some suggestions: My son is really getting into arts and crafts more now that he's older (almost 4). We've got tons of crayons (regular and twistable), markers, do-a dot paints, p...
Meet Jane, Elsie and Fiona: the new trio of paper dolls from Emily Martin, aka The Black Apple, (remember her previous paperdoll set?). They have all the charm of Emily's paintings and prints and y...
This past Saturday I woke up and was suddenly seized with the notion of making a swing to hang in our apartment for Ursula. It's January. It's cold. What would be more invigorating or entertaining...
We've had a long love affair with Etsy, and these days it feels like we're in the middle of a sweet second honeymoon. We never fail to be dazzled by the wealth of creativity we find with every visit, ...
For those with limited square footage to work with, the obvious answer is to go up. A loft bed is a great solution - it provides a comfortable place to sleep and a cozy nook for play. A built-in lof...
A recent collaboration between San Francisco-based STRANGEco and artist Julie West has resulted in a truly adorable vinyl creation. Fans of designer toys are probably already familiar wtih STRANGEco'...
Happy Birthday to Nazli!
According to Gozde Teyze, Nazli says, "Do you know what, it is my second special day ever in my life, but I can't remember the first so I promise that I'll try to keep in m...
If you didn't jump on the bubble calendar bandwagon, this pretty linen calendar would look great in the playroom or kitchen. It's mid-January of course, and it's on sale for ten bucks. ...
Kevin, the one-man show behind the Etsy shop Flatpatterns, didn't design the Pinwheel specifically to hold toys, but he says, "There have been so many people who have said, “What is it, a toy box?â€...
It's always nice to have table space to spread out for arts and crafts time. To clear up space, we like the idea of storing things vertically on the wall. This way art supplies are always visible bu...
Lyn Yutang once said, "No one realizes how beautiful it is to travel until he comes home and rests his head on his old, familiar pillow." It's funny how something so small can add so much impact to a ...
Katy's got a good question: My husband is in a rock band and one of the members had a baby six weeks ago. I am in charge of watching the infant and wanted to see if you had any tips for hearing protec...
How pretty are these wooden blocks? You can choose from hundreds of colors and patterns and if you wish, you can even order a kit and make them yourself! ...
If you have five kids, you need a good organizational system. If you have five kids AND you're a designer, then you need a good organizational system that's also pleasing to the eye. Fortunately, desi...
For those of you who are fans of cardboard toys, check out the newest item we found -- the cardboard airplane. It's a great addition for those of us with kids fascinated by things that go. ...
When mixing patterns together, one should be assertive and feel confident in their choices. Upon looking at Nina's room, it's clear that her mother, Jane certainly is as she's a whiz at marrying the ...
Canadian Family explores the secret thoughts of grandparents: what your parents really think about how you’re raising your kids.
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It's not too late to make this DIY calendar because you don't have to get rid of it after 2009. You take the photos, you arrange them, and rearrange them. ...
A precious kiss between father and baby boy captured on film? Sort of. The real story behind this picture is that our first son was teething and was trying to bite his daddy's cheek! We're now in t...
Our son is completely into the solar system and everything celestial. How could he not? The beauty and mystery of the solar system is sure to keep anyone captive. If you'd like to continue to piqu...
Kate is looking for some ideas: My sons received several duplicate gifts and several toys more than we have room for in our small apartment from very loving family members. I would love to sell these...
This is not your father's Radio Flyer (or yours for that matter). Our husband sends us the geekiest best links and this one had us scratching our heads a bit. Developed as a prototype, Radio Flyer...
We try to highlight a lot of the "better" toys out there- classic toys, wooden toys, educational, imaginative toys. But there are also some strange toys out there you might remember from your own ch...
The playroom in our house (aka part of the living room) is getting a makeover. We have everything we need save for a rug and some artwork. Moving a bookcase freed up wall space and we'd like to find...
Spaces so lovely and perfect, you'd swear they were sets. Wait a minute, they are sets. When filmmakers and photographers in London are looking for "the" space, they get in contact with Inspace Loca...
Happy Birthday to Dylan!
Hooray for Dylan, who joined the One-Year-Old Club on January 3rd.
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Until you go through it, you can't quite understand the sleep-deprived mindset of a new parent. If you're lucky it lasts a few months, if you have a particularly poor sleeper on your hands or seve...
If you've been tearing your hair out because your little one wants a princess-themed room but you can't abide pink, look no further for inspiration. Jennifer of the children's interior consulting firm...
We're suckers for fun photo ideas and what could be better than those old fashioned photo booth strips? Making your own at home. ...
We're already fans of Jennifer Ramos' ABC Boy and Girl poster, and we just discovered these great prints that you, or your older child, may enjoy. Each one is a playful addition to your teen's room t...
Emily sent in a question: I am planning my Son's first birthday party and I am looking for some fun decorating ideas. I would love to decorate with some of the honey tissue paper globes shown in Febru...
When you have a new baby in the family (the first grandchild no less), you can't seem to give the grandparents enough photos. As a little photo amuse bouche this Christmas, we got things started w...
It seems cruel to talk about sales in January, but if you're a fan of Amenity's organic bedding and soft goods, you'll want to to know that, from now till February 1st, they're offering a 30% discount...
We love the idea of using a special outfit for decor in a child's room. There's just something about those tiny clothes hanging on a wall or closet door. We have a few ideas and we rounded up a few...
Happy Birthday to Evan, who is celebrating his first birthday today!
Laura says, "Evan is a serious and observant little boy who can also turn on the charm when he desires. He loves his stacking bl...
Camille sent us an e-mail sharing photos of her daughter's lovely room. Anouk's space is filled with a playful arrangement of color and attention to detail. The bright rust-colored walls serve as a ...
Happy Birthday to Oliver, who turned 3 yesterday!
Oliver "is an energetic, fun-loving boy with a great big laugh! He is also a wonderful big brother and such a great helper!"
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