Design: Logo Love

I've always enjoyed studying logos. As newlyweds one of Chris & I's favorite date spots was a local bookstore where we'd sip coffee and flip through piles of books and magazines. Chris always picked up what I classified as "nerd" books (typically about programming and computer science) and I'd pour over the design and photography books... and of course the occasional fashion magazine.

I especially loved looking at the LogoLounge annuals filled with graphics from top designers. While I've never been featured in one of their books (nor have I ever submitted anything to them), someday I'd love to crack open one of their books to show my work to my kiddos.

In the spirit of logos, these are a few of my faves I've created recently. I'm looking forward to creating more logos soon, and maybe even submitting to LogoLounge.

Design: Superman Valentine Box

I was excited to see Carter's preschool class was having an official Valentine party, I have so many fun memories of making Valentines & Valentine boxes with my dad.

I wasn't surprised when I asked Carter what kind of box he wanted that his eyes lit up and he proclaimed "Superman"!

We used a box from Target's party supply aisle, wrapping paper, construction paper, and tissue paper for the cape.

Now we just need to add his name to the belt and we're set! The best part? Carter (aka Superman) LOVES it!

I'd call his first Valentine box a success. 

Design: Carter & Wesley's Big(ish) Boy Room

Since we found out we're having a baby girl this June, at the first of January I decided to get to work redesigning Carter's room into a space he and Wesley could share (that should leave me plenty of time to turn Wesley's room into a girly wonderland!).

I found inspiration in a room I saw in Pottery Barn Kids magazine, but since that bed alone would've taken my entire budget, I decided to find my own, cheaper, solution. 

I couldn't be more pleased with how it turned out, especially after hearing the boys squeal with delight once I unveiled it!

I'm still looking for a red, cursive "&" sign to put between their names on the door. 

I hated the idea of our oldest son always getting the top bunk, so when I found these little loft beds they were the perfect solution. These are also shorter than traditional bunk beds, so I like that a) if the boys fall, they won't fall from very far (eek!!) and b) the top bunk won't be directly in the way of the upper window. I love the natural light and didn't want to add curtains.

In addition to the forts beneath the beds, Carter's favorite part: His new Superman sheets (unfortunately they're not pictured)! One of my favorite parts would also have to be the forts, mostly because I can hide any of their ugly toys down there. Win!

Wesley hasn't complained, so I think he loves it too!

A few pics of their bathroom.

While Wesley won't start actually sleeping in here for a little while longer (why convert him from a crib when he's still perfectly happy), he does enjoy playing in here. Specifically jumping on his bed... ugh! :)

Now that their room is pretty much complete, I'm excited to move on to little sister's space in February!

A special thanks to my husband for assembling 2 beds and a bookshelf all in the same week! I promise no new projects for a couple of weeks! :)

UPDATE: I meant to include this pic in the original post and forgot. Here's a look at the room just before we painted in April 2012. When we moved into our house the walls were a watermelon color and it made the room very dark. Ick. 

Source List: 

• Loft Beds: Amazon!
• TeePee: The Land of Nod (similar here)
• Red Chair: Target
• Stuffed animal bean bag: Boon
• Stuffed fox: BlaBla Kids
• Ferris Wheel Print: Etsy
• Bookcase: Kidkraft Sling bookshelf
• Black beanbag: Walmart
• Bedding: Target
• Banner: Land of Nod