This little inspiration board is for a sophisticated teen room… with hints of sparkle, and unexpected touches of lime for a surprise of subtle glamour. It comes complete with the perfect reading nook, for the intelligent and well traveled gal. This little collection fits the bill with layered, various textures from soft to shiny. It even works for mom. {Read: I want it-perhaps I shall do my daugher’s room this way, and when she’s off to college… finders keepers.}

1. The bed: Via the fabulous designers of Serena and Lily. It adds the perfect touch of classic nail head accents and feminine shape . In a neutral selection, it makes for a simple switch-out for whatever suits your fancy in the world of patterns and color schemes.

2. Fabric: This Fabric Damask Floral in Aqua trimmed with Powder Stripe in pink sage would make a beautiful, quietly contrasting duvet. When paired with a variety of matching pillows in different sizes this fabric definitely speaks for itself in the various possibilities. This same fabric would also work well as panels trimmed in the stripe for an exciting complimentary addition in the windows.

3.  An entire accent wall of these awesome decals would make for a delicate touch of detail for this stylish girl’s room.  It would definitely add to the well traveled feel and atmosphere of the entire approach. {In white, of course.} On top of…

4. Serena and Lily wall paint in Air. A beautiful grey blue to blend in nicely with the accent colors of the room and compliment the pops of lime. A nearly neutral with a hint of color.

5. Ahhhh…The essential throw for a touch of cozy, and another added layer of interest in the room.

6. A delightful dresser.

7. And what’s more feminine than scallops? These awesome floral knobs take it to the next level.

8. Topped with a ventian mirror for another hint of exotic sparkle.

9. As lighting for the room: this beautiful lantern in a metallic sheen compliments the entire design.

10. Cottage Corner Bookshelf: The perfect corner bookcase for her collection of literature and various other knickknacks…backed in this fabric for a punch of color. You can do this with double sided, foam tape, to easily change the look as you please.

11. The nightstand brings this entire variance of finishes together.

12. for the perfect finishing touch…every gal most definitely needs a pouf.

There you have it! Inspiration for your beautiful teen room, with classic bones, punches of color and subtle sparkle to once again, last a lifetime. Moroccan venetian sparkle with hints of lime…for the well traveled, intelligent and adventurous kinda gal. What kind of accents can you add to your daughter’s room, to make it sparkle with that hint of color and texture?

From mobiles to wall cards and growth charts to decals — and everything in between — Polka Dot Peacock has over 2,000 decor options to help you create the perfect space. A bit tough to sort through on your own, we’ve now made finding the perfect art and accessories a little easier. Whether you are in search of fairies, animals or still life, our new Browse by Theme section is destined to help.

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Decorating can be difficult; we have been there. At times, we decorate with themes — whether it be planes, trains or automobiles — and then there are times that you are determined to pull a room together because you’ve found the perfect bedding.  Whether you are decorating nurseries or big-kid rooms, Design Diva is here to help! Today we continue our newest series… When that must-have bedding has caught your eye and it is time to plan the rest of the room!

Oh… How Design Diva adores the DwellStudio’s Paper Dolls Crib Bedding Set! For the enchanting Paper Dolls design, DwellStudio went back to a childhood favorite — and the colorful silhouettes introduce old-school cut out dolls to modern times! The fabulous array of bright colors — from the multi-hued pinks light blues and chocolate browns — bring a fun, bold statement to any nursery!

Design Diva Recommends:

1. Lorena Siminovich Petite Pink Tulip Wall Art {from Oopsy daisy}: This collage-style wall art from Oopsy daisy features a flower in bloom. Oopsy daisy‘s kids wall art reproductions are created in their San Diego studios, where they print in the best digital method currently available, achieving great clarity and color resolution in each piece. After printing, the canvas is stretched by hand over a wood frame. The sides of the canvas include a decorative edge, so no framing is required.

2. Cotton Monkey Organic Whispering Grass Solid Aqua Crib Sheet: As it is always important to have a spare crib sheet around, this crib sheet from Cotton Monkey is a perfect match! Created from 100% organic cotton fabrics grown without chemicals or pesticides and printed with low-impact dyes, this Cotton Monkey crib sheet is crafted to protect your baby’s soft skin!

3. DwellStudio Paper Dolls Crib Bedding Set: Set includes bumper, crib fitted sheet, play blanket and crib skirt.

4. Byrdie Graphics Bloom Flower Wall Decals: A fabulous accent for any space, these wall decals can be easily removed and leave no residue behind. Choose lipstick shade as shown, or choose from the other 24 color available and create just the look you are craving.

5. Oilo Raindrops Aqua Cylinder and Double Decker Lights: LOVE the Oilo lighting — Adds an amazing touch of color in completely modern style.

6. Caden Lane Large Moroccan Changing Pad Cover: Complementary colors and added depth, this Caden Lane changing pad cover seems

Also keep in mind — should you wish for everything to be perfectly Paper Dolls — DwellStudio also has  nursery staples including rugs, wall art, pillows and sleep sacks. Everything is designed to coordinate together, creating a harmonious and peaceful space for baby!

Happy decorating!

Decorating can be difficult; we have been there. At times, we decorate with themes — whether it be planes, trains or automobiles — and then there are times that you are determined to pull a room together because you’ve found the perfect bedding.  Whether you are decorating nurseries or big-kid rooms, Design Diva is here to help! Today we continue our newest series… When that must-have bedding has caught your eye and it is time to plan the rest of the room!

Today’s spotlight is on the Serena and Lily Hazel Crib Bedding Set. Fabulous in lavender and mocha brown with contemporary florals and prints, the Hazel Crib Bedding Set is ideal for mommy’s wishing to stay feminine without using the traditional pinks and pastels.

Hazel doesn’t follow trends. She follows her instincts. She loves roaming the swap meets for vintage sunglasses,
vinyl albums and bric-a-brac  — anything with history and soul. An old soul herself, Hazel is confident, quirky and above all, a true original.

We’ve scoured the {over} 5,000 products at Polka Dot Peacock and have found the most amazing combinations…
We hope that you’ll love them as much as we do!!!

1. Add a supersoft touch with the DwellStudio Sparrow Graphic Knit Blanket — Throw it across the back of the glider or drape it over the side of the crib when baby isn’t in it… Either way, the Sparrow Knit Blanket is a perfect match!
2. A modern alternative to the traditional chandelier, cast a soft glow with the Oilo Taupe Double-Decker Light! Use it alone or create a  lighting collection by adding one or two Oilo’s Solid Taupe Cylinder Light!
3. Add a vintage appeal with the Byrdie Graphics Vintage Flowers Wall Decals, which can be applied to most wall textures as well as many other smooth surfaces including windows, appliances, sinks, tubs and doors! Available in 25 color options, but shown below in lavender and mocha.
4. Make a mundane task at least exquisitely beautiful with the Little House by Annette Tatum Floral Spray Lilac Changing Pad Cover! Delicately feminine and essentially necessary!

Serena and Lily also offer a full collection of Hazel Crib Bedding accessories — including pillows, wall paint and more — which come together as yet another alternative for a perfectly coordinated room. View the entire Hazel Crib Bedding Collection at Polka Dot Peacock!

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It should’ve been like any other Sunday around here, and, in many ways, it was.  My husband made his weekend-morning breakfast — Sunday brought scrambled eggs, sausage and biscuits — and we cheered the Cowboys on to victory.  Somehow, though, between those two rather typical Sunday events, we became dog owners, too.

We have certainly discussed getting a dog so many times, but we have, every time, come up with multiple excuses to delay the inevitable.  It is not as though we dislike dogs — My husband and I both grew up with them {namely Friskie, Pepper and Dolly} — but it has always seemed that, on top of our three zany children, it a dog would just take even more energy from my already-exhausted life.  And, to be even more honest, as hard as it has been to actually potty-train my children, the thought of teaching a dog to head outside during the impending winter months is even more dreadful.

But somehow, at 1 PM on Sunday afternoon {with Henry in his Tony Romo jersey and the girls in their Minnie Mouse dresses}, we were at the Plano Animal Shelter and, an hour later left with a dog on a leash.  And, so far — less than 72 hours in — it seems as though we’ve won the dog lottery. He rarely barks {except at our backyard neighbor — who we are wonderful friends with and contemplate building a gate between our houses — though my husband jokingly says this makes Duke a a good judge of character}, he lets my three children poke and prod and kiss him, and he is house trained without fail thus far.  Without being pesky or bothersome, irritating or troublesome, this dog has brought new life to our house and the kids – all three weekday mornings so far — have woken up and promptly asked if their new dog is awake yet.

What was, Saturday at midnight, a pet-free home has been instantly transformed.  Duke now has {what seems like} as many toys and treats and equipment as my kids.  Perhaps good things do come to those who wait.

My current dog favorites:

1.  Serena & Lily Aqua Buddy Pillow: How much fun these pillows are, which bring a touch of elegant whimsy to any room.  Contemporary design transforms the standard dog-themed room, and Serena & Lily give a boy’s room a modern {yet kid-friendly} space. Not quite the color-scheme you need?  Serena & Lily also has a Curry Buddy Pillow, too!
2.  Aunt Bucky Winky Dog Parisian Pooch Smock Dress and Tunic:  Adore Aunt Bucky for a few reasons. Her designs are absolutely one-of-a-kind, and I adore the whimsical, avant-garde fabrics that she uses within her apparel, crib bedding and home decor.  I also just smile at her artistic elements that give her designs a unique, designer feel — namely her twill ribbon ties, which reads “Made With Love Aunt Bucky.”  Aunt Bucky’s smock dress and tunics are fabulous, as the garment begins its journey as a dress, and then grows with her to become her super-hip tunic, befitting of that new pair of big-girl jeans. It can be worn alone when the days are sunny or can be layered on cooler days.

3.  Byrdie Graphics French Frames Wall Decals:  Love wall decals for a few reasons, but primarily because I tend to be non-committal {perhaps one of the reasons I couldn’t endorse a dog until Sunday} and wall decals can be changed on a whim.  The French Frame Wall Decals are actually a set of six decals – and one, naturally, is a poodle!  These high quality, self-adhesive vinyl decals can be easily removed and leave no residue behind. They can be applied to any clean, smooth {or lightly textured} flat surface.  Also brilliant:  Byrdie Graphics {and thus Polka Dot Peacock!} offers 20 different hues, so you can snazzy-up your space regardless of color-scheme.  Whimsical images in grand color. Decorate without fear.

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As the Texas July temperatures were only expected to reach 93 degrees on Saturday, we decided to take our kids to the Fort Worth Zoo. After an immediate stop for a sturdy rental buggy (we own a kazillion strollers and didn’t remember to bring a single one) and six overpriced AA batteries (my camera conveniently ran out of juice as we walked past the entrance), we entered the monkey house.  To take three children (all three years old and under) to a zoo is an amazing thing. Their eyes are wide open and they are (in true form) in a constant hurry to see what is next.  At the end of the day, the girls loved the flamingoes the most (because they were pink), Henry and Matt leaned towards the white tigers and I had an unexpected affinity for the mountain goat.  All in all, a lovely day.

My current zoo favorites:

1.  Whistle & Wink’s Itsazoo Nursery Collection: Whistle & Wink’s signature contemporary nursery goes on safari.  Soft, neutral colors make this perfect for baby boys or girls. Elephants, giraffes, lions and turtles adorn an ivory ground with khaki piping and mini-check accents.  The crowining jewel, though, is the fantastically embroidered canopy, with tiny appliqued animals.  Oh, Itsazoo out there alright.

2.  Byrdie Graphics’ Animal Circle Wall Decals:  Whimsical images in grand color; May you now decorate without fear.  These self-adhestive vinyl decals can be easily removed and leave no residue behind.  Four animal cut-out circles (one elephant, one rhino, one lion and one monkey) and four circles bearing their name are included.  We highlight here the orange (perfect for Serena & Lily’s Ben Collection and Pixel Organics Lions, Tigers and Kitties nursery and big-kid bedding) but offer twenty hues!

3.  Kee-ka Organic Monkey Onesie Bodysuit:  In signature style, Kee-ka’s organic bodysuit is the perfect gift for baby boys everywhere.  Simple in design but big in message, this supersoft onesie make the morning clothing choice easy, even before you’ve had the first cup of coffee.