Design Mom in family
A Few Things
Hello, Friends! Can you believe we’ve reached Memorial day? The warm weather has arrived in my part of the world all of a sudden. On Sunday, I was in a turtleneck, and yesterday the kids went... Continue reading »
Design Mom in family
Paloma’s Nest Giveaway
Today’s second giveaway is another great one! Paloma’s Nest is offering a generous $150 gift certificate. Hooray!! Paloma’s Nest carries such lovely items. It’s one of my very... Continue reading »
Design Mom in family
Modern Mural Giveaway
I’ve got double giveaways for you today! (I love double giveaways.) For the first one, Modern Mural is offering Three Canvas Rectangles with any print you’d like — worth $253!... Continue reading »
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Naturally
To me, one of the greatest beauty tricks is achieving a natural look with make-up: rosy, dewy cheeks with nary a spot and perfectly berried lips. I never know how to make this happen, but I just... Continue reading »
Design Mom in family
Olive Us: Episode 2
Are you ready for episode 2 of Olive Us? It’s something completely different from Garden Day — it’s a recipe tutorial! Make this with your kids and dip bread or crackers or veggies in... Continue reading »
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The Egg
If Alice Waters made you the Egg, I imagine it would probably change the way you think about cooking. She builds a fire, slices crusty bread, brushes olive oil, gathers greens from her garden, cracks... Continue reading »
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Thank You Cards
This post is sponsored by Skype. It’s time to say more and stay human. It’s time for Skype. Tell me, friends, what’s your take on handwritten notes? Have you completely abandoned... Continue reading »
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Living With Kids: Brooke Fish
Brooke Fish and her family are moving — just a few streets away — because their current house was unable to grow with them, no matter how hard they tried to make it work or how often they battled... Continue reading »
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DIY: Constellation Jar
I asked Amy of This Heart of Mine for a project that would be fun for kids or adults. I love that she thought of star-gazing! We’re so far into the countryside, that the stars here are... Continue reading »
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Travel Jam
Hello, Friends! I’m back from Berlin and thinking about travel. The crowd at The Hive was such an international mix, and everyone came from such interesting places, it made me want to keep my... Continue reading »
Design Mom in family
A Few Things
Hello, Friends. Greetings from Berlin! I arrived about an hour ago and checked in to this incredibly charming apartment (see above and below). It’s so lovely and peaceful here, that I thought... Continue reading »
Design Mom in family
Method Giveaway
Oh man! You guys. You will love today’s giveaway. Method is offering a year’s supply of laundry detergent and fabric softener!! You read that right: A YEAR’S SUPPLY! How awesome is... Continue reading »
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Making A Statement
I’m a big fan of delicate, understated jewelry. But sometimes I crave the addition of an outrageously out-of-place piece to really make a bold statement. Neon and rhinestones with a worn tee,... Continue reading »
Design Mom in family
Olive Us Launch! Episode 1: Gardening
It’s here! Olive Us has officially launched. I am crazy excited about it! I hope you are too. : ) I can’t wait to hear what you think of it. Things you can do to join in the fun: - Watch... Continue reading »
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Design Mom Asks: Childhood Memories
I love being a grown-up. It’s honestly one of the greatest jobs I’ve ever had. They let me drive a car, vote, buy an expensive piece of art or shoes if I so choose, and have six children! Total... Continue reading »
Design Mom in family
Dos Family
Any time I want a wholly realistic dose of living with kids, I head over to Dos Family. I adore those two women and their cool broods! And they have the most genius and free ideas about designing... Continue reading »
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Shops in Trucks
Anna, a Design Mom reader, sent me a link to this article about Shops in Trucks and I loved it! The topic reminded me of one of the panels at Mom 2.0, where we heard from Pilar Guzman, the... Continue reading »
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Ask Design Mom: Spacing Kids
Question: Hi Gabrielle! Could you please give me some advice? My baby is turning 3 this year and I’m thinking about getting pregnant again. How did you decide to space your kids? How do you... Continue reading »
Design Mom in family
Author Interview: Liz Garton Scanlon
When I send off the questions for my favorite authors to answer, I do so with my fingers crossed. Will he be as creative as I imagined? Will she be as whimsical as her words? Magical? Witty?... Continue reading »
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Tiny Frock Shop
Let’s pretend you’re a NY fashion designer. You’ve been the Head Designer at Betsey Johnson, Heatherette, and currently act as a freelance designer for Anna Sui. You are, as they... Continue reading »
