Shape Up the Summer Home

Our Outfit the Lake House: From Furniture to Décor and Outfit the Beach House: From Furniture to Décor Boutiques open Friday, April 26, at 3PM ET.
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Our Outfit the Lake House: From Furniture to Décor and Outfit the Beach House: From Furniture to Décor Boutiques open Friday, April 26, at 3PM ET.
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Our Skyline Customizable Furniture Boutique opens Friday, April 26, at 11AM ET.
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Earth Day made me ponder. I recycle when I can, walk whenever possible, love farmers’ markets, and limit myself to one(ish) burger per week. So how do I take this help-our-planet-from-going-extinct thing to the next level? Simply look around the house. From carpets to accessories to kids’ toys, go green one room at a time.

The Eco-Friendly Home: Natural-Fiber Rugs and Keep It Natural: Wood- & Stone-Detailed Watches Boutiques opened Monday, April 22, at 11AM ET.
By Julia Ivins, Staff Writer
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You’re the master of the master suite, after all. So pick the inspiration board that best suits your tastes – we love these three motifs in particular – then take the reins in bringing your dream room to life.

Our What’s Your Master-Suite Style? Pick from 3 Looks Boutique opens Wednesday, April 24, at 3PM ET.
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Sure, cooking may seem exceptionally daunting at times – but that’s where these tried-and-true culinary tips come in. (Take note.)

Our Rue Cooking School Boutique opens Monday, April 22, at 3PM ET.
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The Rug Tent Sale Boutique opens Monday, April 15, at 3PM ET.
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“My mom always carries an extra pair of flats with her, and could use a bag like this to store them.”
– Domonic G., Senior Designer
“I have these knives myself, and holiday guests will appreciate cutting into Mom’s crown roast with them.”
– Michael D., VP, Audience Development & Syndication
“I love this butterfly perfume bottle for my Mom. She collects perfume bottles and loves butterflies, so it’s a perfect combo.”
– Rachael B., Hair & Makeup Artist
“My mom loves traveling (and wine), so pairing this with her favorite bottle would bring the vineyard tour to her.”
– Ryan S., Assistant Event Producer
Our For Moms (& Honorary Moms): Gifts by Personality Boutique opens Wednesday, April 17 at 3PM ET.
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Leave it to Food52 to provide one of the most delicious panini recipes we’ve ever encountered.

Our Sunday Supper: Panini Night Boutique opens Sunday, April 14, at 11AM ET.
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Our Weekend Project: 5 Steps to a Dreamy Sleep Boutique opens Friday, April 12, at 3PM ET.
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Recently, a friend of mine completely revamped her study… into a sublimely stylish nursery. Grey walls splashed with yellow accents. Teeny little elephants posed next to chevron pillows. It was Pinterest-perfect, in the most lovely of ways, and it finally hit me: gone are the days when babydom meant generic décor. The modern world of baby is delightfully playful – and, best of all, personal.
No one knows this better than children’s design guru, Bridget Kelly. A former Pottery Barn Kids designer, Bridget now helms her own adorably whimsical, feel-good children’s brand, The Little Acorn. True to its motto “Grow Up Happy,” the brand encourages little ones to learn acceptance and dream big. Think happy messaging and lots and lots of color (as Bridget says, “The child in me has to be surrounded by it – color just simply makes us all happier!”).
Here, Bridget shares a few words about decorating the nursery.
Always follow your heart when it comes to design. Creating the nursery is such a personal and defining moment in a new family’s life – it must mean something to you, as you are the ones who will remember it most… even more than baby!
Be inspired by tradition. Much like a wedding, the idea of “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” is a great starting point when it comes to the nursery-to-be.
Don’t be afraid of colors in this age of grey – color pops beautifully off of grey walls and grey furniture.
Get personal. It warms my heart to see art from mommy’s or daddy’s own childhood on the nursery wall mixed with current, meaningful art or family photos in black and white. Also, add a blanket that Grandmama made for you – or try our handmade quilts and bedding, which are made to be passed down from generation to generation.
Put safety first. It is important to keep the safest items in the nursery – a safe crib, a safe infant sleeping bag, art with no glass, and natural rugs. Our warm rugs are in natural fibers, with the quality and material that are safe for a baby’s room – don’t opt for synthetic rugs, which can emit dangerous off-gassing.
Our Dream Big: Kid’s Décor Featuring The Little Acorn Boutique opens Thursday, April 11, at 11AM ET.
By Joanna Berliner, Editor
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