Loved this idea of using plastic CD cases to display a favourite photo. Check out the Country Living website for more details on how to do this yourself.
Category Archives: Decor
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DIY: CD Case Project
– February 26, 2010
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Alphabet Prints – 2 for 1 promotion!
These gorgeous alphabet prints by Penny People Designs are the type of find that I want to share and keep to myself all at the same time. My son has one in his room and I can’t help but admire it every time I see it. I love the concept, the colours and of course…I am 100% into anything personalized (in case you haven’t noticed). The prints come in two sizes and fit into an IKEA Ribba frame which makes framing so simple.
Lindsay, the talented Toronto-based designer of the prints, just sent me information about an amazing promotion. For every 13×19 print that you buy, you will get one free. That’s a $25 saving! Shipping is $13, but will include as many prints as you like. To take advantage of this promotion, go to the online store and only place in your cart, the amount of prints you would like to buy. Upon checkout, enter the promotion “Buy1 Get 1 free” in the notes to seller, as well as information about how you would like to personalize your free print(s). This promotion runs until Feb. 3rd, 2010. Please note that everything on Etsy is in US funds.
Posted in Cool Products, Deals, Decor, Exclusive Discounts, Gifts, Personalized, sale.
– January 28, 2010
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Displaying Your Kids’ Artwork
I recently posted some ideas about organizing and displaying your kids’ artwork…and just found another idea I want to share. I think this one is great although it requires a bit more work and possible use of Photoshop. However, if you do have a photo-printing option at home, you can choose to print out a contact sheet and frame that! Find more information on the blog of Jen Grant Morris.
This just in…Karen says that she uses Shutterfly Studio to organize and make special projects (i.e. creating collages) with her photos. Easy to use and it’s free. I love when readers write in their suggestions! Thanks.
– January 14, 2010
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Measure Me Wall Sticker!
Love this wall sticker from another great Etsy shop! It comes in three different colour combinations. I find that it’s always more challenging to find decor for a boy’s room and this is really cute.
Posted in Cool Products, Decor.
– December 15, 2009
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Storing and Displaying Your Child’s Artwork
To keep or not to keep? That is the question. I am sure that many of you have had the Recycling Box Moment…when your child finds his/her cherished pieces of work in the Blue Bin and you pretend that you have no idea how those papers got in there. If you are like me, you keep way too many masterpieces. Here are a few ideas for storing and displaying your child’s work:
- Take digital photos and keep them in a folder on your computer. No piles of paper, but you still have a nice record of your child’s work.
- Keep 8×10 papers in a binder. Your child will love browsing through their work.
- Use a large magnetic board (like this one from IKEA). Magnetic clothes pins can be useful too.
- Display on a large cork board or group a few smaller ones on a designated art wall. You can paint the board or cover it with wrapping paper to give it some umph.
- Create a photo-book of your child’s work. You can make one at the end of every school year to keep neatly in your child’s library.
- Last but not least, as in the above photo from Ohdeedoh, you can use Ikea’s curtain wires ($9.99 with clips!) to create this amazing display which I just adore.
Posted in Decor, Ideas, Useful Info.
– November 26, 2009
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Save $10 on Toy Organizers at Toys R Us
Currently on sale for $49.97 until Nov. 19th.
Posted in Cool Products, Deals, Decor, sale.
– November 17, 2009
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Cardboard Furniture
I really like this drawing table and bench by Green Lullaby, made entirely out of corrugated cardboard. The bench holds up to 120 Kg (!) and even has a storage compartment. I guess I wouldn’t mind it if my kids coloured all over this kind of furniture. Don’t worry, the surface is easily cleaned with a wet-wipe. Ever wonder how you survived without wet-wipes before you had kids?
Their lightweight makes them easy to move around the house. the cardboard’s shock-absorbent qualities create a safer environment for the child. they can be easily cleaned using a wet-wipe.
Completely recyclable made mostly of recycled material and protected by a ‘green’ fire retardant.Posted in Cool Products, Decor.
– November 12, 2009
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Mamapicks Exclusive Discount: You Are My Sunshine Prints
I am madly in love with this print. Partly because seeing yellow makes me feel happy on gray Fall days…and also because I want my girl to always know that she is my sunshine. A beautiful addition to any girl’s room with the warmest message of love. Created by the talented illustrator, Katie Lombardo. Katie is offering this print to Mamapicks readers for a very special price of $15 + free shipping (prints are normally $20 + shipping). Choose “reserved for Mamapicks readers” to order and if you are asked, mention the promo code Mamapicks in the notes to seller section. You can order as many as you like!Posted in Cool Products, Decor, Exclusive Discounts, Gifts.
– November 4, 2009
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Create-A-Dream Bedding – A Mamapicks Exclusive Discount!
Last week I was on a mission to find a toddler blanket. The girl is now 2-years-old and still in a crib. A baby blanket is too small and a twin size blanket is way too big! I searched high and low and couldn’t find anything other than some crazy-priced quilts. Luckily, I found what I was looking for at the Thornhill Mompreneur Night last Thursday. It was kismet!
Create-A-Dream is a company run by a lovely mom who designs a unique, high-end line of children and baby bedding. The designs are whimsical and original and you can mix and match patterns. Everything is printed with Okotex certification (meaning that the bedding does not contain any harmful dyes or chemicals) on the finest of fabrics. You can purchase a complete set or choose an item to complement what you already have.
I purchased the toddler down duvet with a beautiful duvet cover for $60 which is the deeply discounted price currently offered exclusively to Mamapicks readers! Other special prices for Mamapicks readers are:
The Baby Yoga Matt – $60
Fitted Crib Sheet – $15
Complete Kid’s Twin Set (5-piece) – $145
Complete Baby Crib Set (5-piece)- $180
If you need a gift for Rosh Hashanah, new baby or are looking for something special for your own child, contact Create-A-Dream at orit
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Posted in Cool Products, Deals, Decor, Exclusive Discounts.
– September 16, 2009
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What Knobs Can Do!
When my daughter was born, we needed baby furniture on a budget. I bought this dresser for about $180 at Baby & Kids Furniture Warehouse on Steeles & Dufferin and changed the knobs. These porcelain rose knobs come from…ANTHROPOLOGIE (the loveliest store in the universe). I had to have a friend sneak my knobs past border officials but now, Anthropologie has two Toronto locations (Yorkville & The Shops @ Donmills). Six colours to choose from, $6.82 ea.
BTW, there is a 10% discount coupon on the Baby & Kids Furniture Warehouse website that you can print out.
Posted in Cool Products, Coupons, Decor.
– September 7, 2009
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Wall Flowers On Sale
I love this set of 25 plastic wall flowers by Umbra. They come in pink, white, green and black and can dress up any wall that needs a bit of umph. You can arrange them any way you like. Now on sale at Urban Barn for $25 (was $35). There are 10 store locations in Ontario!
Posted in Cool Products, Deals, Decor, Gifts, sale.
– August 29, 2009
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The Gems of West Queen West – Part III
This is the third part of my walk on West Queen West ( between Bathurst and Trinity Bellwoods Park). See Part I & Part II. The stores in this area are so unique. Lots of artsy stuff, original fashion, lovely furniture stores and lots of great finds for kids. The things you find here, you won’t find anywhere else. Stores here open rather late and are closed on the odd day so if you have something specific in mind, best to call ahead to check their schedule.
Click “Continued…” to read about the first 3 stores.
Posted in Activities & Events, Cool Products, Coupons, Decor, Gifts, Ideas, Useful Info.
– August 28, 2009
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The Gems of West Queen St. West – Part II
This is the second part of my walk on West Queen West ( between Bathurst and Trinity Bellwoods Park). Click here for Part I. The stores in this area are so unique. Lots of artsy stuff, original fashion, lovely furniture stores and lots of great finds for kids. The things you find here, you won’t find anywhere else. Stores here open rather late and are closed on the odd day so if you have something specific in mind, best to call ahead to check their schedule. Check in for more of West Queen West tomorrow. Maybe you’ll want to head over this weekend!
Click “Continued…” to read about the first 3 stores.
Posted in Activities & Events, Cool Products, Decor, Gifts, Ideas, Useful Info.
– August 25, 2009
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The Gems of West Queen West – Part 1
I don’t get to go downtown very often but when I do, my favourite area to explore is West Queen West. I start my walk on Queen and Bathurst and stroll to Trinity Bellwoods Park. The stores in this area are so unique. Lots of artsy stuff, original fashion, lovely furniture stores and lots of great finds for kids. The things you find here, you won’t find anywhere else. Stores here open rather late and are closed on the odd day so if you have something specific in mind, best to call ahead to check their schedule. This is part of a 3-part series so check in for more of West Queen West over the next couple of days.
Click “Continued…” to read about the first 3 stores.
Posted in Activities & Events, Cool Products, Decor, Gifts, Ideas, Useful Info.
– August 23, 2009
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Playroom Storage
The IKEA Eina storage unit goes for $89.99. Useful and reasonably priced…but it could use a coat of paint to spice it up a little (chalkboard paint perhaps?). You can also glue LEGO base plates on top to make it into a LEGO table.
Posted in Cool Products, Decor, Ideas.
– August 14, 2009
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Tree House Beds
I think I need to start a new category. Things I want but can’t have. These amazingly-amazing loft beds are from a Danish company called Kids Factory. Their site is in Danish with no English options but I can tell you in very plain English that these tree-house beds are very expensive and that shipping would be a bitch.
Posted in Cool Products, Decor.
– August 7, 2009
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Take A Look At This Shelf!
This shelf caught my eye today. It is called The Toy & Crayon Shelf and it’s made by a sleek Spanish furniture company called Nine To Nine. The neat thing about the shelf is that it comes with ready made holes for those stuffed animal legs. Isn’t it an adorable idea? So…I was thinking…you can buy an IKEA Lack shelf for not-so-much and drill big holes in it. And VOILA! You’ve got yourself an awesome shelf for your nursery. If any handy mama/papa takes this project on, be sure to send me a photo.
Posted in Cool Products, Decor, Ideas.
– August 4, 2009