Update on the Big Boy Room

Well we've done it. Owen is in his big boy bed! After browsing my inspiration photos, we decided on the camp bed from Pottery Barn Kids. Mainly because I am in LOVE with the navy color. It's perfect for our little man.

We put it together a couple of weeks ago. Night time is going good. Probably because he's so tired from NOT NAPPING. Yikes. We've had probably 3 or 4 naps in 2 weeks? The other nap times have been spent playing, and playing....and playing in his bed. Cars have made their way in there. Blocks too. I figure we're still in the adjustment period, right?? Besides with this face how can I be upset?

So now I still have to work on the other items for the room. Some things are staying and some we have to buy new.

We have the rug. And the dresser. We're going with the baseball bedding from Pottery Barn Kids and I'm loving this lamp too. Haven't picked all the art work yet, but I know I love these airplane prints. Better get shopping. Can't wait to see this room finished. And lets face it, can't wait for him to start napping again...which one will come first?

(PS Giveaway) 900 Sales!

Our shop hit 900 sales this past week and we're ready to celebrate with a giveaway! Up for grabs...your choice of either a personalized iPhone case or a personalized melamine platter.

Our iPhone cases have been so popular. Personally we love the ones that feature our signature rugby stripe design. You get to pick your favorite background pattern and colors too.

There are so many options to pick from though! Our signature silhouette design is also very popular.

And we just love these melamine platters. Again you pick from our pattern and color options. These are perfect for summertime and outdoor eating. They also are a great place to throw your keys and mail. Or maybe by a nightstand instead? Add a pop of color and a convenient place to put your nighttime necessities.

So which would you choose?

TO ENTER:

1. Leave a comment telling us which one you'd choose if you win (iPhone case or melamine platter)

2. Extra entry - become a follower of this blog and a fan on Facebook, and leave a comment telling us you've done so

3. Extra entry - spread the word! Mention this giveaway on your blog, facebook or twitter account and leave a comment telling us you've done so

Good luck everyone! A winner will be announced next Friday, August 12th.

(PS Shop) Introducing Cheetah

Somewhere in blogland I saw someone write that "cheetah is the new black" - love that. Love it because I LOVE the cheetah print. Remember these shoes?

I still love them, good job Old Navy. That was last October, right before Amelia was born. And cheetah is still going strong.

J. Crew has some adorable flats right now.

And this belt from Emerson Made? Darling!!!

Cheetah has found it's way into interior design too. I've wanted to put hardwood floors on our stairs for a while now...but maybe cheetah carpet instead? Found on my latest obsession,

pinterest...if only I had endless amounts of time!

And here it pops into the picture on an ottoman in Lonny Mag.

So clearly the time had come to add this fun and stylish pattern to Pretty Smitten designs.

In a note card...

Lucite tray....

a melamine platter...

or an iPhone case

This could get addictive.

Pretty Smitten with Armonia Decors

Browsing the latest High Gloss I came across this photo...how can those pink chair NOT catch your eye, right?

So of course I had to investigate further. The pink chairs, and the home that go with them belong to Emily Ruddo of Armonia Decors. And THIS is her living room. I am completely in love with that settee.

And her office. Must be fate, I just ordered those pillows.

Once I throughly checked out her home I moved on to other rooms in her portfolio. This one caught my eye too. Modern elegance...I spy a Jonathan Adler throw. And we know I love me some blue and white ceramics.

She also styles outdoor rooms. Yep, love those too.

Hope you enjoyed this eye candy on a Friday morning. What are your plans this weekend? We have friends coming in from the city tomorrow for the night. Planning a BBQ and some pool time of course. My favorite greek chicken and blueberry crisp are on the menu. Yum.

Have a wonderful Friday!

All American Boy

The time has come. Our little guy is finally moving out of his crib and into a big boy bed. I must admit, I've loved keeping him in his crib, even though he's now 2 years and 9 months! But he's been perfectly happy in there. Sleeps great for naps and at night. What Mom wants to mess with that?? But alas, he's getting longer and longer (it seems daily) so the crib is just starting to look quite small. Plus he see's other kids beds and asks when he can have one too. Okay, Mommy admits it now...time for a big boy bed.

So of course with this transition I've gone looking for inspiration. His room has always been blue and red, and I plan on continuing with that color scheme. Remember his nursery? So sweet. And then when we brought little Amelia into the mix we updated his room just a bit, see it here. So I'm going to continue on this red, white and blue theme for my All American Boy.

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Okay, time to start shopping! I'll let you know how it goes. Have a great weekend!

{A Pretty Smitten Party} A Sailboat Themed Dessert Table

I love it when I receive pictures from clients...here's one I received lately, a sailboat themed 1st birthday party for baby Noah. The chevron print and the bluebell/navy/orange color scheme...a definite favorite! Great job Hofite and thanks so much for sharing!!

(PS Shop) Out the door...

These headed out the door this week...loving all of the different color combos!