It's Time to Play!!

For the past 6-8 months our 'play room' was being used as a storage unit for my brother and sister in law until they moved.  Well they got all moved into their new home, so that means it is time to start creating a little room simply to PLAY in!  I have been thinking about this playroom for some time now, so I thought to start off I would just share my inspiration photos found through Pinterest.  All pins are located on my board titled: Eme's Playroom Project

First up the color scheme is going to be grounded with a strong black and white contrast with pops of mint and gold.  I have my eye on a few IKEA rugs with some great black and white patterns, and I am also thinking black and white stripes for a statement wall.

My next must have for the playroom is a teepee!!!  I love the idea of curling up with my sweet pea in a cozy little spot to read books, tell stories, and make memories.  I have been searching on Etsy for the perfect teepee that of course I will add my own touch to.

To go with that teepee I have my eye on some great shelves from IKEA to line the corner with tons of book choices.

Also in the room, I want to have a craft table of some kind.  A place to draw, paint, and simply be creative.  I love this one with a roll of paper attached with supplies close by.

My last project is a kitchen refurbished from some sort of dresser or entertainment center.  I love the look of this adorable mint kitchen.  This is a project that I will need my sister from Jessica Stout Design to help with!

There are other great pictures on my Pinterest board but those are a few of the staple ideas I have for the room.  Stay tuned as the room comes together.

Our Very Happy 4th!

We had the best weekend moving my brother and his wife to their new home!  Why is that fun you ask?!  Because it is across the road/walking distance from our home!!!  YAY!!!!  I love that they live so close.  To help with the move and to simply get a little visit in, my mom spent the weekend with us as well.  We enjoyed a relaxing weekend getting my brother settled in, hanging by the pool, encouraging Emersyn to take steps on her own, dinners outside, splash pad, walks, and fireworks of course!  

After an awesome weekend, I had to compare pictures from last 4th of July.  Emersyn is growing so fast it's fun to look at pictures to see all the changes this first year has brought.  

Here are a few from last year...

 This year...

This sweet girl right here has changed every part of my life and everyday is simply better because of her!  She is more fun everyday!  Hope you all had a wonderful 4th with your friends and family!