Lay Lay’s Tips: Bling on a Budget

Everyone loves a great splurge, but the key to staying on budget when designing your nursery is knowing when to spend and when to save.  The most cost effective strategy for saving a buck is always reusing what you already have, but if you do need to go out and add to your decor repertoire, get creative and look for items that won’t break the bank.The above pink scalloped ceiling medallion from Rosenberry Rooms is priced at $52 and is a perfect way to add bling for less (especially if your lighting is a little on the plain side).

 

These white butterflies from Pottery Barn are $24 for the set of 4.  Talk about a steal.  This is a great and inexpensive way to make your daughter’s walls come alive.

 

Although each one of these knobs from Pottery Barn Kids is $22, I included these as items to be used when working with a tight budget because they can really spruce up furniture that you already have.  Think about saving that old dresser and sprucing it up with some new hardware.

 

This whale acrylic mirror is perfect for adding some interest to a child’s room.  Not only is it cute… its cheap too!  Priced at $36 this is a real steal.

 

Inspiration: Let’s Give Thanks…

Thanksgiving is one of my favourite holidays (right after Christmas of course), and us Canadians get to celebrate it in October – and again in November if we have family members south of the border.  While looking for some fun and creative ways to include the kids (trust me when I say we have a million coming over) I stumbled upon some creative decor ideas from Pottery Barn.

I love the little hats that hold the crayons… what a good idea!

These dinner accessories will add an element of fun to any thanksgiving table.  The Thanksgiving Vinyl Placemat Set (1) comes in a set of two for $14, and the Toddler Divided Plate and Sippy Cup Set (2) $30 ensures that even the little ones are not left out on this special occasion.  Also, this personalized Thanksgiving Bib (3) priced at $24  is definitely something to treasure.

The above items serve as great inspiration for DIY projects.  The glittery ‘Give Thanks‘ garland is 5’ long and you can create it yourself, however, if you don’t have the time to complete this task it can be bought from Pottery Barn for $24.  The Bottlebrush Turkey ($10-$30) and the Kids’ Turkey Headpiece $15 require a little bit more DIY expertise but serve as great inspiration non the less.

Hope these items inspire you and your turkey celebration… Once again, Happy Thanksgiving Canada!

-Lay Lay

Lay Lay’s Picks: One Daybed Three Ways

I love daybeds (probably because of the amount of pillows you can use with this type of bed), and if you can get one with a trundle then this is a bonus as it provides extra sleeping space – and with a family like mine, trust me, extra beds are essential.

Posh Tots has a beautiful daybed with trundle system called the Mix and Match Sleighbed.  The daybed is priced at $1,149 and the trundle is $499, and it is available in a variety of colours.  The great thing about the Mix and Match line is that you can purchase many different items that have different styles and colours but are all compatible with one another.

Sourcing for The Preppy Boy look:

1. Organic Star Sheeting, Pottery Barn Kids $18-$135, 2. Jonah Drum Chandelier, Rosenberry Rooms $560, 3. Red Letter Pillow, Serena and Lily $58, 4. Junior Anchor Rug, Jonathan Adler $695

Sourcing for the Girly Girl look:

1. Morgan Blush Lantern, Layla Grace $300, 2. Mix and Match Oval Mirror, Posh Tots $349, 3. Belle of the Ballet Canvas Wall Art, OopsyDaisy $149, 4. Paint in Shell and Juice, Serena & Lily $45/gallon, 5. Plum/Putty Diamond & Jaipur Pillow Covers, Serena & Lily $64/each

Sourcing for the Gender Neutral look:

1. Serena Chandelier (small), Currey and Company $2,042, 2. Green Lemon Pillow & Blue Apple Pillow, Jonathan Adler Junior $110/each, 3. Classic Wooden Block Wall Clock, Rosenberry Rooms $164, 4. Custom Upholstered Chakki in Dark Walnut, Serena & Lily $450