Simple or Swank: Modern Transportation Crib Bedding Sets


Updated 09/22/11 11:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Modern Transportation Crib Bedding Sets

Vroom, vroom! It's no secret that kids love cars, trucks, and things that go — that's why nursery design firms spend so much time making bedding and room accessories featuring all kinds of vehicles. While vintage styles always look cute in baby's room, more modern designs — especially those featuring silhouettes of the vehicles — continue to attract decorating moms-to-be. Check out a Read more

Papier-Mache Animals Heads: Ga Ga or Gag?


Updated 09/19/11 12:43 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 3 comments

Papier-Mache Animal Head Trend For Nursery

Go safari chic! We've recently spotted so many animal heads in kids' rooms that we think it's safe to call it a trend. Several retailers — like Anthropologie — offer their customers cruelty-free animal head collections as wall decor. Most recently, DwellStudio launched their papier-mache animal head collection — including pastel colored zebras, a gazelle, and a giraffe — as an addition to Read more

DwellStudio's Expanding!


Updated 07/20/11 10:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

DwellStudio Expands Line

If you're a fan of DwellStudio's gorgeous linens, kids' line, and other perfectly designed home finds, good news: DwellStudio has partnered with Brand Sense Partners to expand its wholesale, retail, licensing, and e-commerce businesses. Also in the works are plans to open a DwellStudio flagship store — I can't wait! “We are thrilled to have found a partner in BSP that truly understands my Read more

Are You Part of the Undecorating Movement?


Updated 04/05/11 4:30 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Undecorate by Christiane Lemieux Identifies Design Movement

Last month, we recommended DwellStudio founder Christiane Lemieux's new book Undecorate as one of our March must haves. The term "undecorate" refers to the surge of cost-conscious, DIY decorators who've taken to designing their homes in unusual, economic, and inspired ways, especially since the last economic downturn. The New York Times article "Design Well Within Reach" offers a thorough look at Read more

Assisted Living: Help Me Find This Wallpaper


Updated 09/07/10 6:55 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 1 comment

DwellStudio Laminated Roller Shade in Vintage Blossom Citrine

CasaSugar Community member Samantha675 recently pointed the CasaSugar Q and A group to a photo of the DwellStudio New Gate Ash Duvet Set, asking for help finding this wallpaper. The yellow bird and branch pattern in the photo is not actually a wallpaper but a roller shade. Luckily, I do know where she can pick it up. Continue reading to find out where it's from. Read more

Downsizing: Big Lifestyle Brands Target Baby With Products


Updated 08/30/10 4:37 AM · Posted by babysugar · 1 comment

Lifestyle Brands With Baby Products

Big brands are now focusing on baby! Kitchen gadget OXO is launching a children's line. It is the latest of a long line of lifestyle companies that have turned their focus to the small set manufacturing everything from sippy cups to diaper pails. Check out some of the other well-known names who have entered the kids' market. Read more

Put Your Child's Finger Into One of DwellStudio's Puppet Books


Updated 02/08/12 2:59 PM · Posted by babysugar · 0 comments

DwellStudio Finger Puppet Books

It's a case of mod design hitting the bookshelf. DwellStudio stole our hearts (and our wallets) with its colorful, modern nursery design. Now it is targeting toddlers with two new finger puppet books. The textile manufacturer added some of its famous fabric to board books to create cats and dogs that peek their way through various scenarios (all illustrated using Dwell's contemporary patterns) to Read more

New DwellStudio Collection Hits Target Stores Today


Updated 02/14/10 8:30 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

New DwellStudio Collection Hits Target Stores Today

DwellStudio debuts its latest collection of bed and bath textiles for Target on shelves today. The brand has stuck to its signature bold, large-scale prints in muted gray and brown tones with splashes of yellow, turquoise, and green. This time, embellishments are more prevalent with rosettes, outline quilting, and running stitches taking stage on a range of throw pillows. DwellStudio's still Read more

Desire/Acquire: DwellStudio Draper Stripe Sheet Set


Updated 01/12/10 8:00 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Desire/Acquire: DwellStudio Draper Stripe Sheet Set

The design world is full of copycats. I never thought simple stripes could really be imitated, but as I'm finding out, it's been done. DwellStudio's Draper Stripe Chinois Blue and Ash Sheet Sets ($260), both simple gray-and-white striped sheets in subtly different colors, are paired by the textile company with saffron yellow bedding pieces. The palette is nice, and has been popular since it was Read more

Inspired: Time For Tweed


Updated 10/09/09 8:05 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Inspired: Time For Tweed

I passed by the Knoll store this morning and saw a Saarinen Executive Chair upholstered in a rich, wintry tweed sitting in the window. Then, I got my computer up and running and saw this smart J. Crew Wool Tweed Oona Coat ($550). Then it dawned on me: it's Fall. I'm not really one to redecorate with the seasons, but I do like the idea of introducing this textured, graphic material into my home. Read more