Gabrielle Blair

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Before she found an accidental career doing all things internet, Gabrielle was a graphic designer and art director in New York. Now she gets her creative fix seeking out, writing about, or giving away all things well designed. If she's not online, you can find her dreaming of sugary treats (mmmm, rootbeer floats...) and doing cool things with her family.

After 8 years in New York, she and her beloved Ben Blair moved to Colorado where they are raising their five kids - Ralph, Maude, Olive, Oscar & Betty (plus one on the way). And skiing. And doing crazy amounts of laundry.

Sipping on:

Chocolate Milk

Gabrielle's Latest Posts
Home & Garden

Add Pizzazz to Your Nursery With Eye-Catching Patterns

Posted by Gabrielle Blair
on Feb 9, 2012 at 1:37 PM

No, I'm not planning to decorate a nursery again, but I have several friends with growing bumps who are in the midst of deciding on all the sweet details of rooms just for baby.

I love putting together a nursery because you can have fun with it and be a bit brave in your choices. Here I've rounded up six gorgeous nurseries that all have something in common: eye-popping patterns on the walls. I love them and hope you do too. 

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Home & Garden

5 Fabulous Valentine Projects to Make Your Home Sweeter

Posted by Gabrielle Blair
on Feb 2, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Even if it's cheesy, I love getting into Valentine's Day. Whether it's making valentines with my kids, scheming up a sweet gift for my husband, or crafting festive decorations for the home, I think it's fun to celebrate. Now that February is here, I'd better get cracking. Here are some projects I'd love to try out this year.

First, I want an entire ceiling full of these darling hanging hearts made from book pages. 

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A Pattern-Happy Play Kitchen You Construct Yourself

Posted by Gabrielle Blair
on Jan 26, 2012 at 4:18 PM

Play kitchens are a classic toy that almost every kid loves. I know I've been frustrated in the past trying to find one that isn't cheap and plastic, so I was delighted to come across this completely adorable DIY version.

Made by Joni for her little Vivi, the fun touches like the metallic polka dots and custom paint job motivate me to bust out the tools and make one for my youngest. Keep reading for more details. 

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Home & Garden

A Sweet & Bright Nursery for a Baby Girl

Posted by Gabrielle Blair
on Jan 20, 2012 at 1:24 PM

Okay, for those of you who didn't feel the last nursery I featured was girly enough, I hope this one pleases your desire for pink. Yvonne decorated this nursery for her little baby girl with a splash of bright green on the walls and pink accents throughout.

I love that it all looks so doable -- in case you wanted to replicate some elements for yourself. See what I mean with more photos below.

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Home & Garden

5 Easy Ways to Freshen Your Space in 2012

Posted by Gabrielle Blair
on Jan 13, 2012 at 11:48 AM

January always brings a feeling of renewal, but I find that it quickly fades once February hits. So this year I'd like to make regular changes to my space that keep me inspired, and keep me feeling like the first of January never left. Here are five fairly easy ways I hope to freshen up my space in 2012.

Freshen up tip #1: Add color. Whether it's dining room chairs, a painting, or a throw pillow -- color always brightens a space. 

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