Monthly Archives: December 2012

Want, Need, Wear, Read // Nicole Balch


Hi friends! Here’s what Eleanor (3-1/2 years old) and August (almost 2) are getting for Christmas this year. Good thing they can’t read yet, or there goes the surprise, eh? 😉

for her
WANT // Plush Horsey

NEED // Santa Jammies

WEAR //  Stripes + Floral Shirt

READ // Olivia and the Fairy Princesses

for him
WANT // Crane Truck with Blocks

NEED // Elf Jsmmies

WEAR // Fox Sweater

READ // Everything Goes: In the Air

Stop by Making it Lovely to see more of Nicole’s fabulous finds, her tips for stylish living, and a look at life with her two adorable little kiddos! Nicole always has something terrific up her sleeve and is a fountain of inspiration. THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR PICKS NICOLE!

Want, Need, Wear, Read // Rachel Denbow

Hi guys! Here are my picks for the Fab Four!

1.Want // When it comes to toys, we love to invest in pieces that will last for more than a month or two and can be enjoyed by both of our kids. Of course, our kids still get their fair share of plastic toys each year but these wooden pieces are usually the ones that they stay interested in. This set from Plan Toys will surely last through many teddy bear tea parties or early morning baking sessions!

2.Need // It gets really cold at night here in Colorado so we’re always layering blankets on the kids’ beds. I can usually count on finding a vintage afghan at a great price point on Etsy when my local thrifts don’t have any.
3.Wear // Since we’ve been promised snow throughout the winter we’ve stepped up the outerwear to something warm and waterproof. That doesn’t mean they can’t still look their best out there! This jacket from Polarn O. Pyret is just perfect.
4.Read // We have loads of books at home for reading so I’ve been looking for books that inspire creative play. I also love supporting fellow bloggers who’ve written their own books! This one by Joel (of Made By Joel, and also one of the few male bloggers out there!) focuses on fun projects for kids. I think my own kids would love it.
xoxo, Rachel

Stop by Smile and Wave to get a peek into Rachel’s adorable world with her rad hubby and two fabulous little kiddos! She is a crafting genius and always has a fun project or two (or three!) in the works to inspire. THANK YOU RACHEL!

Want, Need, Wear, Read // Pilgrim Lee

hello friends! it’s hard to pick just four, but here are some  current faves that I think my son Donovan would looove!

want: vintage space lego sets! Donovan is crazy about space, and is really getting into building with lego. But contemporary lego is all about star wars, which we’re not into, so some late 70s legoland space sets are on my christmas ebay watch list! The old sets had so much more scope for imaginitive play than the licensed character sets that seem to have taken over lego.

need: my son really needs more room to play and work in his bedroom, so a loft bed is in our future! The alex loft bed is just the bed for the job: very cool retro-futuristic style both me and the kid would be pleased to find under the christmas tree! He’s excited about sleeping up high, and i’m excited about what a cool piece of furniture that is!

wear: rainbow bright hi-top sneakers from kawaii kids. shh! don’t tell, but these are already wrapped and awaiting christmas morning. Donovan loves rainbows, and mama loves 80s throwback style. Everyone wins!

read: The kid’s love of space has lead him to a growing interest in the science at work in outer space—but that is definitely not my area of expertise! So i think he’s really going to love learning from “wonderful life with the elements” by Bunpei Yorifuji. Itsan illustrated guide to the periodic table where every element is a unique character whose properties are represented visually: heavy elements are fat, man-made elements are robots, and noble gases sport impressive afros. Every detail is significant, from the length of an element’s beard to the clothes on its back. What a fun and silly way to learn, right?!

xoxo, Pilgrim

Be sure to pop on by the Draw! Pilgrim etsy shop to scoop up some of this talented girlie’s amazing art. You’ll also want to browse the Draw! Pilgrim archives to see Pilgrim’s incredible finds. The world is just that much more colorful with Pilgrim here. THANKS SO MUCH MISS P!!

Want, Need, Wear, Read // Kirsten Grove

 

Hi guys! Here are my fun Fab Four picks!

want. My kids are all about escaping away into imaginary places. This teepee is on the top of their list. I can only imagine the stories that will be told in this teepee.

need.  We have a sock thief amongst us, so socks are always on high demand. I think the world of these adorable Bobo Choses Star Socks for my daughter Eden.

wear. I’ve had my eye on this aqua jacket for my son Ethan. I want to pair it with skinny black jeans and high top sneakers.

read.  I’ve heard only great things about this cute book. I think my kids are going to love it!

— Kirstin

Stop by Simply Grove to check out Kirsten’s fabulous design style and get a peek into her life with awesome hubby and two stylish and adorable kiddos! THANK YOU KIRSTIN!

Want, Need, Wear, Read // Erin Loechner

I’m so happy to share with you my Fab Four list. Happy gifting to all the sweet minis in your life! Here’s hoping you find just what she (or he) is wishing for:

WANT / NEED / WEAR / READ

—Erin

Stop by Design For Mankind  to check out Erin’s genius finds. Don’t forget to pop by Design For Mini Kind to see how her darling little baby girl Bee is inspiring her to find sweet and design-driven goodies for the little ones! THANK YOU ERIN!