Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin.Children are whimsical. So, it is not unusual that their rooms are reflected as such. Wanting to change the color of walls or add a new theme is common for kids to want to do as they grow into their spaces. The trick is to introduce fresh aspects that don't break the bank and are easy to change. Luckily, there are countless DIY ideas for parents who want to add something different to their kid's interior. Here are three great ones.1. Crib turned to chalk craft table. Reuse a significant piece of furniture that can be useful for a while longer. Take off the mattress, add some chalk paint or a chalkboard surface and a...

Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin.I love the site Boo and the Boy. Aside from a gorgeous insight to a family, blogger, Julia, shares home design and specifically, design for kids. This post offers several images of eclectic style rooms for children. Since kids'rooms tend to accumulate varied colors, textures, and objects as it is, this type of design is perfect. The trick is to bring the items together in a subtle and seamless way. Anchor eclecticism with a color palette, theme, or concept so it doesn't fall into the realm of...um...mess. :)

Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin.Children love the beach and summertime is great for those outdoor experiences. Bringing the beach into their bedrooms is a fun way to change the style and offer a relaxing, cool environment.Here's how.1. Highlight white- I know, you're asking: really, white? In beach interiors white offers an airiness and openness that reflects the outdoors. Painting walls and ceilings white is an easy way to enlarge a room and create a backdrop for fun pops of color. If all white bedding makes you crazy, go for stripes or a fun beachy design.2. Play with cool & warm palettes- Cool colors that reflect the sky and sea fit perfectly in a beachified room. Yet, hot pinks and...

Summer break is just around the corner. This is a perfect time for road trips, camp, and family expeditions.  June 1 we will be launching our Explorer Journal! These are designed as an open ended opportunity for your kids to power down, get outside and explore nature! Sixty blank pages are just waiting to be filled with experiments, observations, ideas and doodles:)

Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin.I came across this room when meandering through European kids' design website, Haciendo el Indio. Full of very cute wall art and illustrations, their decals liven up spaces beautifully. Don't you agree?