baby indy: indiana jones nursery inspiration

Written on July 4, 2012 at 3:31 pm , by Joni Lay

Happy Fourth of July!  Today’s inspiration is a bit of a throwback, but I thought it was a fitting classic for today’s holiday.  Here is a little Indiana Jones nursery:

(1) Indiana Jones Portrait; (2) Luna Pendant Light; (3) Indy Profile; (4) Indy’s Hat; (5) Vintage map of Asia; (6) Indy’s Whip; (7) Photo of Egypt; (8) Pyramid Photo; (9) Last Crusade Poster; (10) Indiana Jones Vinyl Album; (11) Crib; (12) Kudu Lamp; (13) Vintage Books; (14) Sari Pillows; (15) Oak Dresser; (16) Escape from Atens Tomb; (17) Adana Shaggy Rug; (18) Explosives Crate; (19) Gordon Tufted Chair 

~Joni, Lay Baby Lay

A Little Sherlock Inspired Nursery

Written on June 20, 2012 at 4:40 pm , by Joni Lay

A clean and polished take on a Sherlock Holmes inspired nursery (since the movie just came out for rental!) with campaign chests that remind me of traveling via train.

Sources from upper left: (1) The game’s afoot!; (2) Waldorf Pendant; (3) Eclectic Rhino Bust; (4) Turquoise Books; (5) Magnifying Glass; (6) A La Belle Etoile; (7) Pocket Watches; (8) Sherlock’s Pipe; (9) Vintage London Map; (10) Gold Floor Lamp; (11) Houndstooth Pillows; (12) Century Crib; (13)  Sherlock Quote; (14) The Hound of the Baskervilles; (15) Turquoise Campaign Chests; (16) Gingham Crib Sheet; (17) Fillmore Chair; (18) Plaid Rug; (19) The Queen Pillow; (20) Union Jack Pillow

An Avengers Inspired Nursery

Written on June 6, 2012 at 2:01 pm , by Joni Lay

Chip and I recently went out to see the Avengers, and it was every bit the summer blockbuster I was hoping for.  Below are some ideas for a nursery inspired by this motley gang of superheroes (among a few others as well).   I’m certain there are more than a few little boys who would love to have an Avengers inspired bedroom or playroom, and this could easily be turned into a toddler/big boy room (maybe a man cave?) with just a few updates, by adding some more storage and a big bed.  That shield is a bit pricey, but could be a fun DIY project.

Sources: (1) Tiered Brass Shade; (2) the Hulk; (3) Gold Wings; (4) Iron Giant; (5) Thor Illustration; (6) Fortune Favors the Brave; (7) Captain America’s Shield; (8) Space Ghost; (9) Captain America Baby Hat; (10) Captain America Diaper;  (11) Joya Rocker; (12) Gamma Gun; (13) White Sparrow Crib; (14) Custom Comic Book Letter;  (15) Shiny Sphere Lamp; (16) Red Star Crib Sheet; (17) Yellow Spirit Cushion; (18) Mid Century Dresser;  (19) Super Star Rug; (20) Herringbone Curtain;  (21)  Captain America Close-Up;  (22) Thor Silhouette

Hope you love it!  ~Joni, Lay Baby Lay

A New Girl Inspired Nursery

Written on May 23, 2012 at 2:38 pm , by Joni Lay

Since we are reaching the end of this season in TV, I created a little style board based on one of my favorite new shows, The New Girl.  I adore Jessica Day’s eclectic happy room; it is so perfect how her ladylike taste juxtaposes with the understated man-cave loft where she resides.  Below is some inspiration for a nursery following her cue with an anything-goes optimistic attitude that’s anything but boring.

From top left: (1) Tole Chandelier; (2) Yellow Dahlia Print; (3) Glitter Block Letters; (4) Heart is Home 8 x 10 download; (5) Tulip Wall Hanging; (6) Mountain Peony; (7) Peach Rose Postcard; (8) A Happy Spot; (9) Gold Sculpture Lamp;  (10) Black Spindle Crib; (11) Hot Pink Cushion; (12) George Side Table; (13) Nothing to Do Today But Smile; (14) Sea Creatures Pillow; (15) Sweep Armchair; (16) Vintage Desk ; (17) Dhurrie Ottoman; (18) Sisal Rug; (19) Black Floral Fabric

Runway to Palette: Summer Lovin’

Written on May 16, 2012 at 4:54 pm , by Style Spotter Editor

Tory Burch’s Resort Collection 2012 highlights one of the hottest colors of the year: navy blue. She turned up the heat on the blue and then swapped a predictable red pairing for coral. Let’s see how these colors shape up in a living room.

 Sofa upholstery: Twilight Blue 2067-30
Armchair upholstery (try two!): Peach Cloud 2169-60
Drapes, pillows (in a fabric that mixes this golden yellow with other colors in the palette):  Yellow Highlighter 2021-40
Accents: Flame 2012-20
Walls:  Snow White OC-66

(All paints Benjamin Moore)

photo: Tory Burch Resort Collection 2012 from Style.com

– Joanna Linberg, Assistant Editor BHG

Runway to Color Palette: Pastels

Written on May 9, 2012 at 9:40 am , by Style Spotter Editor

Pastels are so not just for kids. They’re all over fashion and they’re heading for home next. (We’re obsessed—just take a look at the color story in our May issue!)

Phillip Lim sent the most ethereal pastels down the runway, but these colors would look just as pretty and energizing in a home office. Here’s the look:

And here’s how to use it (colors clockwise from top):

On the walls: Sweet Honeydew Melon 2033-40
In accents or an alternate wall color: Creamy Beige 2016-60
This plus ivory in a patterned drape (love it against that pale green): Splash 2059-60
A slim lamp base and accents sprinkled through the room to cut the sweetness: Jet Black 2120-20
Painted desk and in accents: Pale Iris 2073-60
Bonus: ivory upholstery

(All paints Benjamin Moore)

Runway photo: 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2012 Ready to Wear from Style.com

– Joanna Linberg, Assistant Editor BHG