WeeArt Wednesdays – Today’s pick – We will all be Okay

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on October 9, 2014

Forever and always we will all be okay - so simple….so positive and so life affirming! What little child wouldn't love that reassurance and reminder. Typography is everywhere and is a big trend in nursery art. I love the simple message in this one! Get it here.   Read more

Styling Ideas for your Bed – My favorite tips on the MLC Blog

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on July 29, 2014

http://mlceventplanning.com/styling-ideas-bed/ Last week I wrote about some of my favorite bedding picks for your little ones. In keeping with the theme of bedding, I thought a post on styling beds would be interesting. We’ve all seen the days of big bag 7 and 9 piece bedding and comforter sets on sale and beds decked with matchy matchy pillows and bedding that screams store catalog! And I’m sure you’ve seen enough matchy matchy crib bedding sets too! To me matchy bedding and sets are a beautiful personal space’s biggest nightmare! They take away the element of personal and box you in... Read more

WeeArt Wednesdays – Today’s Pick – Ice Cream Truck

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on July 23, 2014

Today's WeeArt Wednesday pick is the Ice Cream Truck painting by Ieva Baklane a Canadian artist. Such a fun piece of art in any kids space. It evokes all those special child hood memories of ice creams on the beach and summer! The colors and vivid rendition make for such a vibrant and fun piece of art! Get it here. Read more

Sneak Peak – Patio Design

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on July 17, 2014

I recently worked on decorating a beachside patio space and here are some pictures of where we are today! Its still work in progress in that there is a lot of styling and soft accessories that are waiting to go in….but most of the furniture is here and what a transformation already! We picked the Pier one Echo Beach collection couch with the Maui cushions and I love the calm blue color. It works beautifully to bring in the calm serene feel of a beach side patio! And I also love the warm wood finish of the dining set. Here's... Read more

WeeArt Wednesdays – Todays Pick – Cerca De Ahi Print

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on

One of CB2's latest addition is this vibrant and beautiful limited edition art print by artist Karla Aguiniga. I love the colors and the graphic geometric dimensions juxtaposed with the softness of watercolors and pastels! It is inspired by the neighborhoods she passed through on her way to school in Tijuana, Mexico. I can see this making a statement in a kids room or even in a family room! Get it here. Read more

Creating an outdoor playspace for your kids!

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on July 16, 2014

We all know how much fun kids have outdoors and while its great to head out to the park, beach and zoo, its also fun to have a little playspace in your own backyard or patio! And when it’s as easy as these ideas I’ve rounded up, it sure is going to be a hit with parents and kids alike. Some of the essentials of a fun and functional outdoor playspace includes comfortable and easy seating, play tables, sand, water, toys and storage. Here are 3 easy ideas for you to create a playspace for your little ones; 1. Sand... Read more

WeeArt Wednesdays – Marimekko’s Sumatra Poster

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on July 10, 2014

So this wednesday, lets just say we woke up late! So wee art wednesday becomes wee art thursday:) Marimekko and their prints and patterns are not just fun and colorful but also appeal to the vivid imagination of kids and adults alike! I love their bright and cheerful patterns and this lovely tiger poster inspired by the jungles of Sumatra are just the perfect piece for your tiger loving tot, like mine! Get it here. Read more

WeeArt Wednesdays – The Pink Pagoda collection

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on July 3, 2014

The Pink Pagoda shop in Etsy is filled with beautiful pieces of art with a chic oriental accent that you can use in any space in your home. I love their chinoiserie and ginger jar prints. They add a perfect pop of color and an oriental feel to any space. But for our WeeArt Wednesday pick, I chose the lovely Palm Beach Chic Hot Pink Flamingo print! There are flamingos everywhere this season and I can see this liven up a little girls chic room! Get it here. Read more

Get Outdoors! Poppytalk for Target

Created by Vinithra Amarnathan on July 1, 2014

Its summer and and its time to shift your living room outdoors! Enjoy your dinner alfresco, camp out in the backyard or just set up a picnic at your favorite spot. Talking of outdoors….I love some of the items in the just launched Poppytalk for Target collection! Here are my favorites; Floral Camping Lantern $15, Banana Leaf Picnic Basket $25, Poppytalk String Lights $13, Fold up picnic blanket $20 Read more