At Home with Kim Vallee

GAMES and Toys, KIDS + BABY | August 15, 2009

Crayon Rolls and Wall Wear by Canadian Talents | etsy watch

While I was on etsy, I came across this crayon roll by Little Bird Designs of Vancouver, BC. This is one thing that parents should always carry with them. This ready-to-go crayon roll holds 10 crayons (or colored markers). Just roll, fold over – front to back – and tie! The crayons are included with [...]

KIDS + BABY, KIDS rooms | August 15, 2009

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Building a Nursery Decor from a Cushion | etsy watch

Any home decor starts with an inspiration, a pattern or an item on which you develop your concept. To avoid the obvious theme, why not shop at etsy to find unique cushions that will become the building blocks of your nursery decor? These four cushions are naive to suit a baby environment, yet they are sophisticated. + [...]

HOME + GARDEN, ORGANIZING | May 18, 2009

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Toy Storage and Bedroom Storage Solutions for my Organizing Monday

Plastic bins are bulky. Therefore, I am looking for other options to enable kids to store and carry their toys. I found a clever yet simple solution that is multipurpose. Modern Twist produced a neat and stylish solution for kids and grown ups. Their hiding bags exist in several formats. From the tiny portable Hide Box [...]

DINING, LINENS | May 2, 2009

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Hand-Made Half- Aprons for the Hostess or Gardening | Etsy Watch

These are stylish housewares essentials. They make a perfect gift for Mother’s Day or to bring to the hostess this summer. I particularly like the level of details on the green saperlipopette model. A French woman created these half-aprons. She sells them on etsy. Her atelier celebrates on a modern way the charms of the French [...]

HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor | April 23, 2009

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In Love with the Donut and the Sushi Collection by Edward Van Vielt for Moroso

These fabrics specially designed by the Dutch Edward Van Vielt for the Sushi collection by Moroso are stunning. I really like the mix match of patterns. He gave a whole new meaning to patchworks. Edward Van Vielt said in an interview that he was influenced by Marrakesh, the culture of the Far East and Middle East [...]

DINING, LINENS | April 14, 2009

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Sewing Green by Betz White | Book Review

I was due for a book review. Instead of my usual cookbook or home decor book review, I went for a green living book. In fact, the book I selected completes today’s eco-friendly column. The bottle sling bag looks great. I am sure that many mothers who like to carry a similar bag for the [...]

KIDS + BABY, KIDS products | March 10, 2009

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Beautiful Textile Baby Goods at oktak

I bought a couple framed handbags from the New York designer oktak. I enjoy them. With the baby boom I see around me, I more inclined to show you cool baby goods that would be perfect for baby showers. You can find an array of baby gears in an array of stunning fabrics. The octopus [...]

HOME + GARDEN, LIVING with kids | February 12, 2009

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Hand Printed Housewares by Inklore | Etsy Watch

A self-taught block print artist named Sam founded Inklore in 2008. I like her organic, natural style. She made adorable products for your home and to take care of your family. My Favorite Products from Etsy seller Inklore 1-2-3 Grow With Me is a growth chart. Sam got the idea because she didn’t like the [...]