OH MONDAY!

1. Birthday parties (all three kids), Easter and a full schedule has meant that I haven't been here as often as usual. Well...hello, I'm back! If you're new around here, on Mondays I share 5 random things...inspirations, shopping finds, things we have seen or done over the weekend and anything else that I think you might like. The column is called Oh Monday because that's how I feel every Monday when I wake up. Ha.

2. Our sweet twins, Kaia and Noelle, celebrated their 7th birthday with a party this weekend and they had the BEST time. We hired a magician, which proved to be perfect for this age.

3. We made the drive to Fort Langley and area for a day trip to take the kids to see some countryside. It didn't disappoint!!!

4. I came across this beautiful art print on Instagram and thought you might love it too. Wouldn't it be perfect in a nursery?

5. Leaving you with a tiny peak into our newest little client's room, which was shot last week! I can't wait to share the full reveal soon.

Happy Monday friends!

OH MONDAY!

1. We had EPIC snowfall here in Vancouver, Canada (10-15cms) and not only did our kids play in it for the whole weekend, but the playhouse covered in snow was just so sweet, I had to snap a photo of the kids and share. I've had a few people ask about where our playhouse came from lately; if you haven't seen it before, go read the full makeover of the wooden playhouse.

2. We spent the weekend at home and around the city. A trip to The Cross Design and Decor is always a highlight - perfectly dreamy textiles, the prettiest lighting and just an overall relaxing Sunday stroll vibe. If you haven't been, it's a definite must-stop for all design lovers who come to Vancouver and their kids section is to die for!

Images from The Cross

3. The kids got these super cute handmade puppets (made from reclaimed wool!) from Cate and Levi a couple of months ago and I have been looking for a puppet theatre ever since. Any amazing ones out there???

4. This week is all about shelf styling!!! Such a fun week. I am picking out finds for both the men's retail project and the playroom project that I am currently decorating (both are nearly finished!).

5. I have an entire board dedicated to wallpaper on Pinterest with lots of inspiration. Wallpaper makes everything pop just a little more. I found this gorgeous photo of a corner in a girls room that proves this point perfectly.

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Have a wonderful week everyone!

OH MONDAY + A GIVEAWAY!

Good morning + happy Monday!!!

1. Vancouver with the sun shining is the most magical place to be and this weekend it snowed again adding extra bright light to everyone's day. Hurray!

2. I'm creating a little vignette for the BC Home and Garden Show that is running this week in Vancouver from February 21st - 25th. Five bloggers from around the city were given 2 IKEA crates, a $50 Visa card and some products from Rustoleum to use to create something special. I have styled a kids shelf that will be given away to one lucky winner at the end of the show! Enter on Instagram by following @winterdaisykids and @vanhomeshows, and tag a friend! That's it. Winner will need to pick up the prize on Sunday February 25th after 5:45pm at BC Place Stadium. Here are a few items that will be part of the giveaway:

3. I've been sick for the best part of the past week but I'm sharing some of the process (with my crackly voice!) of creating the crates for the show on Instagram stories if you feel like having a look at the behind the scenes.

4. This week I'll be stopping in at our playroom project which I can't wait to show you all soon!

5. Sometimes simple words are the reminder I need.

Have a good week friends!

OH MONDAY!

1. Happy Monday! A week after we arrived back from Australia and I've been reflecting on what I saw while I was there (apart from the sun!). I love spotting different trends that are happening in other places and couldn't help but notice how popular graphic shaped objects are. Such a fun and easy thing to include in kid's spaces! Here are a few pieces I love.

2. Juggling motherhood and working is a constant battle!!! I run a small business, want to be at as many things as possible for my kids, am hands on in daily happenings (meals, driving, etc.), try to include creative activities in our art space, love my kids, my work, my life but often feel pulled in a million different directions! Anyone else? HOW DO YOU FIND BALANCE??! (please leave me ideas or what works for you in comments below).

3. We have been reading the sweetest series of chapter books for kids by Kallie George, a local Vancouver author. So far books 1 & 2 have won over our 6-year-old twins (and me!) and I have ordered the 3rd book which is being released this week! The 4th book looks like it's coming out this summer and it will definitely make our summer reading list. Highly recommend this sweet series!

4. One day somehow I need to have an indoor swing for kids. How amazing is this gorgeous swing?!!!

Photo by Connection Photography

5. Yesterday felt like Spring and the sun seemed to give everyone a burst of joy. Let's hope it stays that way all week. Here's a thought for the week.

OH MONDAY!

1. After a month in Australia, we’re home (and back to reality)! It’s hard to believe just a couple of days ago we were swimming in the ocean and building sandcastles on the beach.

2. Australian design is as good as ever! These gorgeous swimsuits from Love by Willow have lovely frill detail and a gorgeous check pattern. 

3. I had the best time popping into one of the sweetest kids stores, Lilly & Lolly, when I was in Melbourne and couldn’t help picking up these super fun ‘icy pole moulds' for making popsicles in the summer. It’s never too early to start dreaming of summer, right?

4. Moroccan rugs in kids spaces are here to stay! This play space from Tigmi Trading makes me want one for our living room! This trellis rug is affordable AND super cute!

5. I am excited to check in to the final stages of three projects over the next week – a toddler room, playroom and the retail store.

Happy Monday friends!