If you have little ones at home, the day will come when the bath accessories start piling up. Tub toys, step stools, and even potty training supplies may be visible in your space. There’s no harm in letting the kid-friendly vibe ring true. But what if your kids’ bathroom also doubles as a guest bath? Or suppose you’re a design lover looking to keep things tidy and uncluttered? Today we’re sharing a few simple ingredients for a child-friendly bathroom that is welcoming to people of all ages. Ready for a beachy theme? Keep reading for details.

Timeless Wall Art

One way to create a space for kids and grown-ups alike is to choose quality artwork. A fun idea: create a breezy, vacation feel! Photography by Gray Malin instantly carries you away to a picture-perfect summer moment! Below we see Waikiki Beach:

Even if the art isn’t created specifically for children, bright hues will capture their attention. Candy colors take center stage in Pastel Beach Umbrellas, also by Gray Malin:

If you’re on a tight budget, check sites such as Society6 for affordable, stylish artwork. This overhead shoreline shot and this aerial photo of beachgoers channel a similar vibe to the gorgeous featured photos above.

Cheerful Textiles

Since we’re talking about beachy motifs, what would a bathroom upgrade be without a fresh set of towels, maybe a cabana stripe pattern?! Pottery Barn Kids makes it easy and fun with their Rugby Stripe Bath Towel Collection (available in a variety of colors). You can’t go wrong with a soothing shade of aqua:

Tommy Hilfiger’s All American II Cotton Mix and Match Bath Towel Collection (created for Macy’s) is another fun choice. Match the stripes and solids to the vivid colors in your bathroom artwork, and you’re set!

On a similar note, Zara Home offers these Towels with Multicolored Stripes in three sizes. Eye-catching and bright:

H&M Home’s Tasseled Bath Towels bring fringe to your interior, along with a welcome dose of turquoise. Note that these towels are also available in Light Pink, as well as Cream/Charcoal Gray:

Don’t forget the shower curtain! Since we’re on the topic of turquoise and tasseled, check out this Ombre Seersucker Tassel Shower Curtain from Target. Watch as the gradient goes from white to a deep blue/green. It’s like staring into the ocean:

Last but not least, this Pink Tassel Shower Curtain from Pottery Barn Kids is playful and fun (also currently available in navy). Bright colors add a splash of vibrancy without taking over the space:

Kid Stuff

Even with a conscious effort to keep the your powder room friendly for all ages, you’ve got to have some kid gear. After all, safety and accessibility come first! Keep reading for some essential picks that will bring both style and function to your child-friendly powder room. Step stools are essential for little ones as they learn to wash their hands. Target’s KidKraft Two-Step Stool gets the job done in a crisp shade of white:

The Puj Snug Faucet Spout Cover makes bath time safer by adding a cushy touch to an otherwise hard surface. This spout cover is available in gray, white and aqua, shown below:

Prevent bathtub slippage with a handy mat, such as the Boon Bathtub Mat. Grooves create the texture necessary to keep slips and falls at bay. The best part: the item is strategically designed so it can hang to dry with the help of your shower head!

Also from Puj: the Single Cup and Nub, perfect for stashing toothbrushes, combs and other essentials for your little one. You’ll love choosing from radiant hues such as Tangerine, Lilac, Azul and Citron. Modern design elevates this practical storage cup to object of interest!

And if it’s potty training time, this Easy Seat Toilet Trainer is about as subtle as they come! Fingers crossed that your little one is up for a simple modification to the big seat!

Special Extras

Don’t forget those extra special touches that give life to a space. Houseplants are a wonderful option for the powder room, especially when you make sure they’re kid-safe. Not sure you’re up for the maintenance? Try faux foliage, such as this Faux Phoenix Palm Leaf:

Earthy baskets can also double as storage, creating a functional accent for your child-friendly bathroom. How fabulous is this Pineapple Floor Basket from Crate & Kids?!

We hope today’s post has refreshed your palette and given you some practical and stylish ideas for creating a beautifully designed kids’ bathroom. Happy decorating!!!

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When I see the pumpkins arrive in bins at my local market each September, I feel a mix of excitement and sorrow. It’s not easy saying goodbye to summer, but boy do I love preparing a beautiful fall table! The best way for me to transition from summer to fall is to pick out a few new decorative items that introduce a bit of autumn to my interior.

This year CB2 has knocked it out of the park with a slew of petite treasures, from bud vases to appetizer plates. Don’t be fooled by their small size! These fabulous finds make a big statement. When my latest order arrived, I couldn’t wait to share snapshots of the fall styling fun with all of you. Read on for fall decor ideas and tabletop tips…

Striking Vases

The Cue Blue Green Bud Vase and Costa Bud Vase were the first of CB2’s new offerings to catch my eye. In fact, these “little somethings” pack a powerful punch, especially when filled with radiant fall blooms. There’s no rule that says your fall decor has to be purchased in shades of rust, mustard and brown. The Cue Blue Green Bud Vase makes a refreshing addition to any table or shelf. Perfect in its spherical form and a bit ombre in its progression of green to blue, this stoneware piece also showcases a bit of crackle.

The Costa Bud Vase‘s reactive glaze creates a multi-tonal earthy effect that reminds me of the pottery my parents collected when I was a child. Yet there’s something undeniably modern about it. I purchased three of them! Plus, its sheen allows it to reflect a bit of the surface on which it rests. Notice how it appears to radiate blue in the photo above. Both the Costa and Cue vases make lovely hostess gifts, or you can keep them all for yourself and group them for an interesting tablescape. Speaking of setting a fall table…

Tabletop Style

I love how so many modern, artistic images featured in today’s product/creative photography showcase irregular forms, chunks of matter, and mixed materials. The fluid burst of color that decorates each of CB2’s Wash Appetizer Plates helps create a soothing palette. Available in dusty pink, indigo blue or neutral (shown above), these porcelain plates are the perfect way to serve up tasty bites this autumn. While pink and indigo are definite “it” colors this season, I couldn’t help but be drawn to the earthy shade of the neutral plates. Maybe because they reminded me of the Costa Bud Vase…

Fall Tabletop Styling Tip #1: Don’t hesitate to leave a favor for guests at each spot. With amazing prices at CB2, such as $4.95 for a bud vase, it’s easy to create a special table setting that involves a takeaway piece for each guest.

Fall Tabletop Styling Tip #2: Incorporate Natural Elements. Let the motifs of your tableware guide you. The fluid lines of the appetizer plate design reminded me of the live edges of rocks and minerals, such as the geode pictured above.

Fall Tabletop Styling Tip #3: Add a dash of fall color. Sometimes less is more. Rather than covering your table in fall leaves, pumpkins and orange linens, incorporate a scattering of interesting gourds and radiant flowers, such as dandelions and lilies. Starting with a base of soothing tones (and then punctuating with more vibrant hues in traditional fall colors) is a formula for impactful design.

Check out more of CB2’s vases here. Whether you’re creating a centerpiece that’s overflowing with fall goodness or you’re looking for a “less is more” approach, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Happy shopping, and happy fall!

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Combining Japanese floral arranging technique with interesting, unexpected touches, freakebana has caught the eye of design lovers and taken Instagram by storm. Freakebana can also be viewed as a creative offshoot of still life photography motifs (such as humorous foodie vignettes, objects used for unintended purposes, strange groupings, and more). The result: wonderfully weird images that surprise, delight and entice. Keep reading to learn more about this growing trend and what it can mean for your interior…

All About Freakebana

Wondering how this art form and trend got its fabulous name?! The term “freakebana” was created by Stella Bugbee, Editor-in-Chief of “The Cut”. A play on “ikebana,” the Japanese art of arranging flowers, freakebana knows no bounds. In other words, everyday items such as leftover food can be incorporated into the mix. It’s about foraging for the perfectly imperfect ingredients, using what you have, and finding ways to shine the spotlight on the mundane. Below, cake takes an arrangement to new heights. [from BURP – pastry chef Erik Vernieuwe and photographer Kris De Smedt]

Below we see a creation by Stella Bugbee for The Cut. Instead of tossing a floral arrangement that’s past its prime, Bugbee selects a sampling of blooms and creates something new. Ginger, poppies and lotuses mingle in a brick-like vase by Stevie Remsberg. Learn more about the process for this shoot here. As you can see, reds and greens combine in a beautiful display of color and whimsy:

The Beautiful

Speaking of beauty, there is an element of freakebana that channels the visually pleasing, with bonus points for creativity. In the next image, a mirror reflects an open lily while the handle contains a specimen that is yet to unfurl. Colorful paper lays the groundwork for a vibrant composition. [photo by Juj Win via realestate.com.au]

Whether the end goal is intrigue or abundance (as shown in the freakebana ensemble below from Elle Decor via Space Shack), the time and care put into each creation can be stirring as well as harmonious. What does this mean for your interior? Perhaps you can challenge yourself to create a centerpiece that catches people off guard, using leftover items, such as flowers from a dying bouquet. Objets d’art also work well in freakebana compositions. Comb your collectibles for artifacts and quirky pieces.

The Unexpected

In addition to the beauty that freakebana brings, there is something mysterious and playful at work here. Check out this creation from Bobby Doherty for New York Magazine (via The Cut). Sliced bread serves as a non-traditional receptacle for feather grass and mini palms. Earrings other jewelry items are thrown into the mix. You can see more of Doherty’s work here and here.

Death and decay make an appearance in this next work, also from Bobby Doherty. Yet this arrangement definitely doesn’t take itself too seriously. A flower with brown edges and a cockroach rest in/on a lemon. Droplets of water bring this interesting composition to life. Unexpected? Absolutely:

Fun with Food

We can’t underestimate the important role that food plays in freakebana. Citrus fruit and cake have made a strong appearance in today’s curated images. For another creative element, try painting dying/dried foliage bright colors for a vivid presentation. And don’t forget that there’s magic in how everything comes together. Imperfection can result in beauty. Below we see two freakebana creations from Reproducao via Metropoles:

Sometimes it’s all in the way you group the items! This delicious tropical vignette from Suech and Beck (Chris Sue-Chu and Alyssa Wodabek) proves you can have your cake and eat it too:

The magic of freakebana lies in its “no rules” philosophy. You don’t have to be an expert florist to take a crack at it. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to create something interesting. It’s flower arranging for everyone. The weirder, the better. So what do you think? Are you ready to give freakebana a try? Bonus points for putting it on display in your home. If anything, you’ll create some interesting conversation pieces. Happy arranging!

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