Feathering the nest

Thanks to pregnancy induced inspiration, the house has been abuzz with mini projects.  From working on the nursery, to hanging photos, organizing the garage, and working on the yard,  the house is feeling more ready to welcome another baby.  I have had the wonderful support of my little sidekick, Harrison, who has proved rather useful in "building" furniture, hanging photos, and providing much needed moral support.  Also, much of these projects wouldn't have been successful, such as hanging ceiling fans and garage organization without the dedication, patience and heart of my amazing husband.

A Few House Projects:

"Building" Harrison's new activity table

The Ikea Kritter Set won me over with it's adorable style, incredible price, and decent construction.  Harrison helped through the entire "build" of the table, and has since loved spending time drawing, reading, eating, and making a mess here.  What's not to love!

Creating a family photo wall

Yet another one of those projects in which the imagined 5 minutes of time it would take to complete turned into what felt like hours of measuring, remeasuring, and putting a few too many holes in the wall. Harrison however was able to keep things lively and entertaining through "borrowing" key tools like the tape measure and hammer.  

We even roped Dad into the final design stage.

And the result...a wall of photos full of rich memories and our incredible family.

Harrison's Room

I hung up these book shelves to display Harrison's growing collection of favorites.  I love it when practical and stylish intersect.  

Harrison enjoying the Pout Pout Fish book on his rug...one of his most loved books.   

Favorite item in H's room: a custom growth chart found on Etsy.

Striking a sweet pose

Baby Girl's Nursery

A work in progress....

Perhaps I didn't realize how excited I was to have a baby girl until we started unpacking the room and envisioning what her nursery would look like.  I wanted to create a calm, thoughtful space with just a touch of femininity.  And here is what we have so far... 

The room was painted a light, crystal blue which has just enough of delicious color to echo that of a glacier or Caribbean water lapping over a white sandy beach.  I swapped the pulls on Harrison's old dresser for some lovely antique glass nobs, which capture light beautifully.  I was also able to find my dream girl bedding set, the Dwell Studio Charlotte, new on Craigslist for a serious steal.  Harrison's old mobile was hung above the crib as well this,

an antique wood "Grow" sign....another favorite Etsy find.

We (and by we, I helped with directions and electrical expertise:)) also installed schoolhouse lights in all of the upstairs bedrooms which provide a nice soft light and add character to the rooms.

There are still a few projects up my sleeve that I would love to complete before baby arrives,

but I can't help succumbing to the distraction of this adorable little creature who fills the day with contagious giggles and squeals of delight.  

Here is our little man clowning around with one of the blankets he found in baby girl's room...