How to get a 1 yr old to pose for a Holiday Card & 1 Creative Dad-Photographer

The Answer? You don't.  After a few days and a few hundred photos, I gave up on the thought that I would be able to get a smiling, non-moving picture of my crazy Cecilia.  But thats ok. As frustrating as the mini-photoshoots may have seemed, I know I will look back at this years card and laugh.  I definately love this spunky, adventurous age that I'm sure will go by too fast!

Speaking of photography, I have had this article bookmarked for quite a while, but figured it would be fun to share, especially this time of year.  Have you seen Jason Lee's photographs of his two girls? So creative and fun!!  Here are a few of my favorites from the set:

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You can read more about Jason and his photographs from an interview he did over at Alice's blog.

If I knew anything about Photoshop I would totally try to do something similar to this picture of Ceci.  Totally cute, but horribly messy, mid-playtime background!

Holiday Garland

Have you seen this felt garland on Purlbee? It looks so festive and seems to be doable, even for me; I may have to try it out if I can find some time after my finals.  I think this could look great wrapped around a staircase. I can't believe tomorrow is December!! December 1st always seems like the official beginning of the holiday season to me.

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Do you have any Holiday crafting going on in your house?

Diaper Changing Evolution?

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Has anyone used this BabySmart Cooshee changer before? I have never seen one that didn't need a cover; this seems like a great idea.  I have to wash my changing pad covers all the time and this seems like a great alternative.  A simple wipe down with a wipe seems like it would do the trick.  I love the colors itcomes in as well! I think this may have to be one of my next purchases!

Does anyone know where to find this wallpaper??

I have an idea to cover some cheap roller shades in it for my daughter's new bedroom - any help would be great!

Make a beeline to target for their B. brand toys!

Ok, so I'm clearly not the best with coming up with catchy post titles, but have you seen the B. toy collection at target?! They are so unique and come in great colors that wont stand out like a sore thumb in your living room!  Below are some of my favorites:

Parum Pum Pum Drum

Meowsic Keyboard

 

 

Zany Zoo Wooden Activity Cube

 

Livingroom Dreams

So I FINALLY have found the perfect inspiration photo(s) to emulate my home from - I'm so excited! It's hard to start decorating with no clear vision in mind, and in the past this has always lead to me collecting a bunch of odds and ends that I like for a while, but inevitably end up selling on Craigslist.  Meet my inspiration photo:

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I found this photo in a House Tour on Apartment Therapy and was in love from the start.  So far, I have used the paint colors mentioned by this homeowner in my hallway and kitchen, and used the kitchen color she has mentioned in my living room.  I chose to use the lighter color in my living room because I have dark brown couches and not alot of natural light.  I love the darker color walls, the pops of white, and the overall casual feel and the mixes of old and new through out the home.

These are the current pieces I'm thinking of purchasing to add to my livingroom, with this look and feel in mind:

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This sideboard, which has glass doors, perfect for displaying family photos while keeping grabby baby hands at bay.

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This comfy chair which will add seating and the convience of a slipcover, for easy cleaning.

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And this great ottoman to add a pop of color to the neutral space, featured this morning over at one of my go to blogs.

I'm hoping to get a few of these pieces soon, or even find similar looking pieces on Craigslist!

Shoe Crush - Big & Small

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