Patterns, like polka dots, stripes, gingham, etc., add a sweet, perky touch to nurseries and are a great way to incorporate multiple colors or add depth to monochromatic nurseries.
We found several adorably patterned nurseries and chose some of our personalized growth charts that would coordinate nicely with them.
This vintage pink gingham nursery would get a slightly modern twist with the multi-patterned 1 to 10 personalized growth chart in either Cotton Candy Pink or Charcoal & Pink. (Image found on Pinterest)
The teal polka dots with colorful accents on the Name It personalized growth chartperfectly complement both the design and hues of this sweetly vibrant nursery. (Image found on Everything Turquoise blog)
Both the Spell My Name and Cheeky Dot personalized growth charts accent this hip, patterned nursery in blues, greens, and browns. (Image courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens)
Did you use patterns to perk up your wee one’s room?
Naming Trend of the Week: Nouns
Noun = a person, place, or thing. And now nouns are also a great resource for baby names. We’ve highlighted floral names and names inspired by places, but there are plenty of other categories of “noun” names that are unique and interesting, and some are even very popular if you don’t want something that’s really “out there.”
Dessert-inspired names like Candy, Charlotte, Madeleine, and Cookie are sweet girl names, while environmental-related names, like Rain, Skye, Stella (“star” in Italian) and Storm are ethereal. (shown: Sweet Treat Big Sister Tshirt, Cake Time 1st Birthday Tshirt, Over the Rainbow Big Sister Tshirt, and Happy To Be 1st Birthday Tshirt)
Bodies of water, like Ocean, River, Lake, Brooke, and Marina, as well as music inspired names, like Lyric, Carol, Chord, Viola, are great inspirations for both boys and girls. (shown: Whale of Fun Big Brother Tshirt or Big Sister Tshirt and Rock On Big Brother Tshirt or Big Sister Tshirt)
Did you choose a noun name for your wee one? Which big sister tshirt, big brother tshirt, or 1st birthday tee best represents their name?
Gifting Trend: Back-to-School
It’s been such a great summer; it’s so hard to imagine it’s almost time to head back to school. And that means it’s time to start thinking about getting kids excited about it. Some ways to do that include throwing a school-themed party (birthday or not), going shopping together for supplies, and giving school-themed gifts, like personalized growth charts, bookends, backpacks, and of course, clothes, like big sister shirts and big brother t shirt designs.
Personalized growth charts, crayon holders and bookends with yellow school busses are year-round reminders and great gifts. (shown: My Town Seek & Find personalized growth chart, School Bus Crayon Holder, School Bus Bookends)
Budding artists will love colorful art-inspired gifts from actual supplies to personalized growth charts to tees, like big sister shirts and big brother shirts. (shown: Color Me personalized growth chart, Crayola Ultimate Art Supplies, Kids Play Big Sister Tshirt, Love to Sketch Big Brother Tshirt)
Encourage a love for learning languages with global inspired gifts. (shown: Around the World Big Brother Tshirt and Big Sister Tshirt; Kotobuki 2-Tiered Panda Bento Box, World Flag Soccer Ball Backpack)
And don’t forget to sit down with your little one(s) and fill out our free downloadable back-to-school interview sheet. Just click here for the PDF.
Back to School Memories
It’s nearly that time of the year — BACK TO SCHOOL! Back to school sales, shopping for backpacks, new shoes and everything else related to this season is in fill force. So we’re bringing back one of our favorite freebies — our Back to School Interview.
(download out Back to School Interview in all 3 colors and styles here)
So capture your child’s milestones and memories this year with our free back to school interview. And have you checked out our new back to school tees? They make a fun and stylish tee for the first day of school.
Happy Back to School!!
1st Birthday Theme: Hot Pink
This summer is hot, hot, hot! So taking some inspiration from the weather, why not think pink? Hot pink to be exact. It’s feminine, but bold, and makes a strong color scheme for a girl’s 1st birthday party. We’ve rounded up some great gifts, like 1st birthday onesies, tutus, leg warmers, and frames, as well as décor ideas in this bright, punchy hue.
Gifts:
Personalized birthday shirts, like 1st Birthday onesies, that highlight the #1 make great gifts, as well as outfits to wear to the party (shown: Colorful Number, Fun to Be One, Happy to Be, Happy Confetti 1st birthday onesies)
Frilly bottoms paired with 1st birthday tees make an adorable party outfit. (images courtesy of Princess Trends, Attutudes, and Baby Bloomz Boutique)
Picture frames commemorating the big day make wonderful gifts and special baby keepsakes. (images courtesy of The Peanut Paintshop and Splashes of Glitter)
Décor & Party Ideas:
Birthday invitations in hot pink set the tone and theme for the party to come.
Cakes, cupcakes, and cookies frosted in bright pink hues make a stunningly sweet birthday treat. (images courtesy of ABC Cake Shop & Bakery, The Hudson Cakery, and Buttercream Dreams)
A birthday banner is a festive, easy way to incorporate hot pink into party décor. (Images courtesy of Devany and Get The Party Started)
We love hot pink for a 1st birthday party and think personalized birthday shirts, sweets, and decorations in lively shades of pink couldn’t be any more adorable. What do you think?
Cool Name of the Week: George
All hail the new prince, His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge! We’re so excited about the birth of Will and Kate’s beautiful baby boy that we had to honor him by choosing George as our Cool Name of the Week. Of Greek origin, it means tiller of the soil or farmer and even with such a solid, down-to-earth meaning, George has been the name of many a ruler in history.
If we were to send the new parents a gift, it would be a basket of personalized baby onesies, like the I LOVE Mom, Heart 2 Heart Dad, Playful Name, and I LOVE (You Pick).
And next year for his birthday, we’d send a 1st birthday tshirt or two. (shown: Birthday Boy and Bulldozer 1st birthday shirts)
Maybe in two or three years another little prince or princess will be on the way and George will need a big brother tshirt! One with a design inspired by the meaning of his name would be perfect! (shown: Dig In Big Brother Tshirt and Busy Bulldozer Big Brother Tshirt)
In the meantime, our very best wishes to the royal mom, dad, and baby!
Baby Shower theme: Alphabet
Looking for a simple, yet sweet theme for a baby shower? It doesn’t get any more basic than the alphabet, which also offers a wide range of color themes and options – whether using the actual ABC’s or incorporating the initials of baby-to-be’s first or last name.
Here are some great examples of baby shower décor and gift ideas that incorporate letters of the alphabet.
Décor:
This door hanger makes perfect first impression when guests arrive. (Image courtesy of Experience Specialist)
Blocks and alphabet cookies easily bring the theme to life. (Image courtesy of Pink Pistachio)
Mini cakes shaped like blocks are a delicious addition to any alphabet-themed shower. (Image courtesy of Martha Stewart Living)
Frosted lettered cookie party favors tie in perfectly with the theme. (Image courtesy of 75th & Sedgwick blog)
Gifts:
ABC Blocks and wagon are a classic gift. (Image courtesy of Rosie Hippo)
Highlighting a newborn’s name with their first or last initial on personalized baby onesies are super sweet gifts that make ideal baby keepsakes. (shown: All Mixed Up, Balloon Bouquet, Bold Monogram, and Crane Monogram personalized baby onesies)
An alphabet poster is another timeless gift for baby.
An alphabet stroller blanket will be used and adored for years. (Image courtesy of BabyBlankets.com)
Décor Sneak Peek: New Decor Designs
We’ve been really busy this year, designing new personalized tshirts for kids, like 1st birthday onesies, big sister tees, big brother tshirts, and childrens growth charts. And we’re not done yet! We have a few more designs up our sleeve and wanted to give you a sneak peek at a few we’re getting ready to launch.
New personalized growth charts and alphabet posters are coming next week and we thought we’d show you a new look or two.
These new décor items make ideal personalized childrens gifts for baby showers or birthdays. We hope you like these new baby keepsakes!
Color Trend: Peridot
Do you have a baby due in August? If so, consider the Peridot, August’s birthstone, when designing your nursery. This citrusy green color would be ideal for boys, girls, and gender neutral rooms.
To help inspire you, we’ve rounded up some décor elements, like personalized growth charts, lighting, bedding, and accent pieces in shades of pretty Peridot.
Adding in touches of Peridot is easy with a multi-colored personalized growth chart. (shown: Zoo Friends, Butterfly Kisses, and Shooting Star personalized growth charts)
An elephant light switch cover adds a bold pop of color to a room. (Image courtesy of Modern Switch on Etsy)
A paper garland can be draped on a wall or hung from the ceiling to add just the right dash of Peridot. (Image courtesy of Fabulously Homemade on Etsy)
Custom crib bedding in various patterns in Peridot hues lets you create the perfect look. (Image courtesy of Happy Mae on Etsy)
How do you incorporate a bold color like Peridot into a nursery, with a personalized growth chart, bedding, etc?
Décor Trend: Bunnies
Whether you use a classic Peter Rabbit theme, a modern look, or graphic details, adding bunnies into the mix gives a sweet touch to any nursery. We found some fun room designs that feature rabbits and paired our personalized growth charts with them.
Can you find the bunnies in the My City and My Town Seek & Find personalized growth charts? Either would add color and whimsy to the simplicity of this modern style nursery. (Image courtesy of MomToob)
The pinks and blues of the Woodland Fun personalized growth chart would complement this classically themed nursery with Peter Rabbit highlights. (Image courtesy of Project Nursery)
Graphic and colorful, this nursery with rabbit decals and framed animal art is complementary to the Animal Crackers personalized growth chart. (Image courtesy of Bondville)
Which personalized growth charts and nursery designs do you like best?
