Monday, 2 January 2012

The 'hot' new colour for 2012 is.....

Tangerine Tango.....!

Just what we need to see us through till Spring and help revive sagging spirits....and perfect for a burst of colour in a child's room.

Go sparingly though...a little goes a long way!
This feature wall looks stunning against all the white...


If a whole wall seems a little daunting....try adding colour with a piece of furniture....


This orangy-red is perfect for both boys and girls, here at Dreams and Wishes, we prefer it teamed with a frosty pale blue...



Colour therapists say this colour can stimulate the mind...so add a few accessories to a study area....


...but can also be a colour of warmth and reassurance...look out for cushions, throws, rugs, bedding, etc. to cosy-up a sleeping area.




Already a big hit for the Spring/Summer fashionistas...the shops are going to be full of 'Tangerine Tango'... from cosmetics to kettles... so keep your eyes peeled for some classic pieces that won't date... table lamps or Anglepoise-style desk lamps, plain bedding sets that can be mixed and matched with pale blue, white and cream, storage boxes...always useful!... wallpapers, paints and fabrics...
Still not sure? Keep an eye out in your favourite magazines for features on how to incorporate 'tangerine' into your home throughout the year....or browse the Dreams and wishes website for more ideas...

Friday, 30 December 2011

Post Christmas kid's storage inspiration.

Are you still wading through the new kid's toys, clothes, accessories and general 'stuff' that Christmas has generated...yet again...or are you well into the New Year clear-out...?

Take a break and feast your eyes on a few storage ideas....from fitted to freestanding, clever cupboards and drawers...and the ultimate in girly walk-in wardrobes...








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Monday, 19 December 2011

Kid's room art...Paula Zakimi.

I found these beautiful watercolour illustrations whilst nosing around the DaWanda website.







The artist, Paula Zakimi, is based in Argentina...find out more at her website.

Monday, 12 December 2011

Etsy Christmas wish list...kid's room decor.

The Christmas shopping is reaching fever-pitch...chaos reigns in the shops...and the carparks...so I'm taking it easy in front of the computer...and drawing up a wish list of beautiful things to add to a kid's room...all from Etsy...

There's toys....

uswoodtoys

waldorf toys

dominna

laurels zoo
pogo shop

Artwork....


laura amiss

papermoth

the voyagers
me and the bean

Cushions...


earth lab

my bearded pidgeon

Quilts....


southern charm quilts

Even clothing....


video game decals

I so remember that Larry the Lamb puppet from my own childhood...!
So much lovely stuff all in one place...

Wednesday, 7 December 2011

Knitted baby blankets...a nursery classic.

Let's face it, baby blankets are nothing new.
Parents have wrapped their little ones in these cosy squares of knitted comfort for generations, and the current trend for all things nostalgic means they're making a welcome return to the nursery.


Dreams and Wishes loves these....