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31 Non-Toxic Handmade Halloween Costumes for Babies
What could be cuter than a baby in a costume? A baby in a non-toxic, handmade costume, of course! Playing dress-up with baby is just too much fun. Many costumes, however, are crafted from harsh fabrics that won't be kind to your baby's sensitive skin. Have no fear: Our list of 31 non-toxic handmade halloween costumes for babies is here! From doctors to dragons, from soft crochet to organic cotton, you're sure to find a costume that's perfect for your little one among this jackpot of handmade costumes. And make sure to tell us your favorite in the comments below to enter our giveaway -- One lucky winner will receive $200 in zero-VOC* Lullaby Paints!
10 Itty Bitty Nurseries That Prove No Space is Too Small
It's ridiculously fun to design a nursery - but when you've got a small space to work with, creativity is a must. The truth is, you don't need a lot of square footage to make an adorable nursery happen. In fact, with the right colors, patterns, and furniture placement, even the tiniest of spaces can feel light and uncluttered instead of cramped or stuffy. We browsed through Houzz.com to find the tiniest nurseries with the most creative design elements that make each space feel much larger. From unique storage ideas to every sort of stripe, you're sure to find inspiration for designing your tiny nursery below. Check out these 10 itty bitty nurseries that prove no space is too small for a fresh and gorgeous nursery!
10 Unique Ways to Decorate With Baby's Name
Liam, Emma, Noah, Olivia, Ethan, Ava, Lucas, Sophia – Choosing a name for a newborn is not an easy task. (If you're still hunting, that list includes the most popular baby names of 2016.) Many parents-to-be search through endless lists of baby name ideas, hoping to find that "just-right" name for their little miracle. Once you've finally landed on the perfect name, why not include it in the nursery to personalize the space and welcome your wee one to the world? From sophisticated stenciling, to dramatic backlighting, to playful bunting -- we've rounded up the most creative and unique ways to decorate with baby's name!
Gorgeous Golden Yellow Nursery Inspiration
It's not just pale and pastel yellows adorning nursery walls anymore! This gorgeous golden yellow nursery inspiration board, created by Esther from Buy Modern Baby, proves that golden yellow can work wonders for a cozy, modern nursery. Muted gold, nature-inspired accents, and a trendy color palette combine to create a nursery that exudes sunshine and happiness. The board features Golden Glow by Lullaby Paints -- A perfect paint name for a nursery that totally glows!
15 Dazzling Handmade Mobiles for Every Budget
Mobiles are meant to entertain the baby, but some of them are absolutely gorgeous from any angle. Choosing a dazzling mobile is one of the best possible ways to make a statement in the nursery. What if we told you that you don't have to break the bank to have a gorgeous mobile in your nursery? If there's anything we learned from browsing Etsy for gorgeous handmade mobiles, it's that a stunning statement mobile is possible with any budget - as you'll see below (birds, balloons, stars, oh my!). Check out our picks for 15 dazzling handmade mobiles for every budget -- and make sure to leave your favorite in the comments below to be entered into this month's giveaway!
How to Safely Paint a Toddler Bed in 6 Simple Steps
A toddler bed is the first step up from a crib into a big boy's or girl's bedroom world. Toddler beds that look great right out of the box may be out of the price range for something that will only be used for a few years. As Evelyn from Rage Against The Minivan puts it, finding a toddler bed is no small feat: “Most toddler beds look like converted cribs in cheap white wood. I found a few modern toddler beds I really liked, but I wasn’t about to spend nearly $1000 on a bed she would only use for a few years. So [designer cribs], while great-looking, were not an option.”
DIY Non-Toxic Cleaners For the Nursery
It's no big surprise that most of us would assume popular household cleaners are completely safe and harmless. It seems like it would be illegal if they weren't – right? The sad reality though, is that many cleaners contain chemicals that are dangerously toxic - especially for babies. Some of the most popular household cleaning supplies include a litany of risky chemicals, but we don't even know what they could be because they aren't required to list them on the label. But have no fear - our guide to DIY non-toxic cleaners for the nursery is here! Read on to learn about some common hidden toxins in store-bought cleaners and to see our favorite DIY non-toxic alternatives.
The Top 10 Etsy Shops for an Eco-Friendly Nursery
If you love the idea of supporting small artisan businesses and are looking for non-toxic and eco-friendly products to use in the nursery, then Etsy is going to be one of your favorite online destinations. Etsy is made up of thousands of small shops selling almost anything imaginable and almost all of it is handmade. It’s also easy to find organic, fair-trade, and environmentally-friendly products, so it’s perfect for the eco-conscious, green mom! We took a look at a lot of shops and picked ten that we thought were the best for unique items for the nursery. Here are our favorite top 10 Etsy shops for an eco-friendly nursery. Let us know which one you like the most to be entered into this month’s giveaway!
Storybook Nursery Design - The Jungle Book
Since the recent release of the new (and stunning) The Jungle Book movie, we just knew it was the perfect time to create a Storybook Nursery Design inspired by the original book. One of the older popular children's tales, The Jungle Book is a collection of stories by English author Rudyard Kipling first published in 1894. The stories in the book are fables, delivering moral lessons for children through the eyes of animals (Think: Law of the Jungle). This Storybook Nursery Design - The Jungle Book features a mix of muted tones and bold pops of color, creating an energetic but not overwhelming nursery design for your little one. Enjoy!
Easy Breezy Beach-Themed Nursery Design Inspiration
Sunshine, surf, sand between your toes... What's more dreamy and relaxing than a day at the beach? Bring the calming sensation of ocean breezes into your home by making your baby’s room into a little piece of your favorite seaside holiday dreams. This nursery will be stress-free to design as well because it can so easily be whatever YOU love most about a day at the beach. It could be the seashells, dolphins jumping through the waves, surfers riding them, sailboats off in the distance, or just lying on the sand listening to the waves that give you that special feeling that only the ocean can bring. Today we’re sharing some tips for easy, breezy, beach-themed nursery design inspiration, so you can make your baby’s room into a soothing oasis.