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Ashley

New York, NY

I'm a stay-at-home mom and graphic designer who spends way too much time finding cool things for kids.

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SLEEP: Blankets from Juniper Wilde

It's a really strange feeling having to start thinking about baby gear after 4.5 years. Of course there are a million new products that have come out since then, which is fun but overwhelming. So many things I wish I would have had the first time around! Like these cute... Continue reading

Posted 3 days ago at Habitat Kid

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DISCOVER: Round Two

Ideally I wanted to write this post at the beginning of Mother's Day, but let's be honest: I haven't been very on top of things lately. This Mother's Day seems extra special as it is also our 7th anniversary PLUS I am now about 10 weeks along with baby number... Continue reading

Posted 6 days ago at Habitat Kid

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SLEEP: Convertible Bassinet from Wollnitz

I'm a huge sucker for bassinets, although considering the short amount of time they actually get used before baby gets too big and has to be moved to a crib, it's hard to justify buying a super nice one. Until now. With a little ingenuity and some add-on parts, this... Continue reading

Posted May 8, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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IMAGINE: New Life in the Garden

We are all in awe as we watch our garden waking up to spring and admire the tiny miracles sprouting from the earth. As novice gardners, it took us a serious leap of faith to hack down so many perennial plants in the fall and just hope they would reappear... Continue reading

Posted May 5, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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ORGANIZE: "Play" by Ana Babic

Um, do I even need to tell you how obsessed I am with this? Gorgeous use of materials, clever concept, functional and fun, this thing has got it all. Dreamed up by a young designer Ana Babic of Serbia (she's 26!), this storage wheel is called "Play" and is inspired... Continue reading

Posted May 1, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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PLAY: A Slide in the Library

I don't like learning something unless it's fun, and apparently this South Korean family shares my view. This amazing wooden bookcase has something very unexpected running down the middle! Whizz down the slide, then hop back up the stair-step shelves and do it all over again! via Inhabitots Continue reading

Posted Apr 25, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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OBSERVE: The New Bunk Bed

Let's face it, bunk beds have come a long way since we were kids. There are so many more cool designs and configurations now. Doubling as play spaces, bunk beds have become much more than just a place to sleep. Makes the idea of sharing a room with a sibling... Continue reading

Posted Apr 23, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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IMAGINE: Paper Costumes

These paper costumes designed by none other than Charles and Ray Eames look like such a fun experiment. Large-scale masks and boxy full-body bird outfits? Genius. A little scary perhaps, but still genius. Have a happy weekend! via Emily Forgot and Waanaki Continue reading

Posted Apr 19, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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OBSERVE: Grey Kid's Rooms

It's been a doozy of a week, folks. A few Saturdays ago we ordered ten yards of dirt and it's been quite the project spreading everything out to all of the garden beds. Of course, it's been worth it as everything looks super nice and tidy now, but wow. Scott... Continue reading

Posted Apr 17, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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ORGANIZE: Furniture from CoucouManou

These fresh furniture designs from CoucouManou make me smile with their subtle playfulness and soft colors. What child wouldn't like a castle wardrobe to store their clothing in? Could be an easy way to make the daily clean up battle sound a little more desirable...not that I speak from experience... Continue reading

Posted Apr 11, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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OBSERVE: Scandinavian Deko Ideas

If you're itching to see a bunch of ideas for modern kid rooms, take a peek at the "Ideas" section of the Scandinavian Deko website. You can search by any room in the house, but of course I love the kid rooms. Lots of inspiration to be gleaned! Continue reading

Posted Apr 10, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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IMAGINE: Spring on Parade

What started out as a rainy and gloomy day, became a temporary flurry of bright colors and sunshine during the Spring Parade at London's school. Kindergarteners and 1st graders participated, carrying cheerful flags of dyed silk and singing on their walk from the school to a nearby park. Us adults... Continue reading

Posted Apr 5, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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PLAY: Giant Pouffes from Rowen & Wren

Oh it's good to be back home! Vacations are always fun, but coming back home is exciting, too! While we were gone our yard exploded with flowers and we are seriously enjoying all of the tulips, daffodils and blossoming trees! Sigh. Just wonderful. Sorry for my sketchy posting the last... Continue reading

Posted Apr 3, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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ENJOY: Rabbit from OYOY

At Christmastime, I was forced to get the adorable hanging wooden elf from OYOY, now at Easter I'm pining after this new bunny. Just the type of decoration I wouldn't mind leaving up all year long. Available from Danish shop, Story North. Continue reading

Posted Mar 28, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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ENJOY: Posters from Tinou le Joly Sénoville

Spring is starting to flutter down around us and it feels like everyone's mood is lifting and life just feels happy. These posters illustrated by Tinou le Joly Sénoville seem so right for the season when the birds are singing and butterflies are starting to appear. Hopefully you are enjoying... Continue reading

Posted Mar 27, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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SLEEP: Fubu Beds

What a great day this is going to be! We are flying out to visit family in Utah and celebrate Easter with them. Even Scott gets to come on this trip, and I'm looking forward to not having to fly with London alone. Although a two hour flight should be... Continue reading

Posted Mar 25, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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PLAY: Studio delle Alpi

Wow, is it really Thursday already? Sorry, it's been a while. I am excited to share some cute products today though, from two Swiss designers that make up Studio delle Alpi. By mixing low-budget materials (plywood) with high-end techniques (manual silkscreen printing), they have created a nice line of products... Continue reading

Posted Mar 21, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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ENJOY: St. Paddy's Day

Since green is my favorite color, I suppose I should get more excited about St. Patrick's Day. Meh. Although this year I do have an Irish neighbor living next door, but he's been here for about 30 years and has sort of lost his accent. Bummer! Is there anything cuter... Continue reading

Posted Mar 17, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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REST: Rocking Chair from Stek

I don't know what it is about this little rocking chair but I am just smitten by it. It's almost cartoonish in shape, but still manages to seem sophisticated. And that bar on the back - clearly the folks over at Stek know how kids like to play with rocking... Continue reading

Posted Mar 14, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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PLAY: Knitted Fort

This unique structure is a flexible shape that can change shape and size according to preference. Its assembly technique is similar to knitting which allows the addition or subtraction of columns. So fun, right? The one-of-a-kind fort is designed and manufactured by Matt Gagnon and is available from NYC shop... Continue reading

Posted Mar 12, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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SLEEP: Bedding from Oh My Kids

What a glorious weekend we had! Sunny, warm, t-shirt weather! Lots of gardening for us, but it didn't feel like a chore at all. It is so fun to see the garden waking up for spring and everything is on the brink of a color explosion. This bedding from Oh... Continue reading

Posted Mar 11, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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PLAY: Water Light Graffiti

Thanks to my brother who told me about this "Water Light Graffiti" interactive installation designed by Antonin Fourneau of Artlab. The installation has been displayed in various parts of France and consists of an LED wall that lights up when touched by water. The public can participate with water guns,... Continue reading

Posted Mar 6, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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OBSERVE: Playful Home

A few weeks ago I stumbled across a great book at the library called "Playful Home: Creative Style Ideas for Living with Kids" by Andrew Weaving with photography by Andrew Wood. It was basically like a giant Paumes book with lots of fun inspiration to draw upon. I love seeing... Continue reading

Posted Mar 5, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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PLAY: Chopstick Practice

After a long weekend of the yuckies, I wish I could say Monday morning found me in good health, but no. Still yucky. Thankfully it hit after the baby shower was over, and I've truly been able to relax and try to get back to normal. I did come across... Continue reading

Posted Mar 4, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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ORGANIZE: Baby Shoe Rack by Boon

So I've been a bit distracted as of late planning a last-minute baby shower for two friends of mine. No, the babies are not last-minute, but it's getting down to the wire here and I really wanted to do something for both of them, even though they are both having... Continue reading

Posted Feb 27, 2013 at Habitat Kid

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