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Styled: Bebe Warner’s (Literal) Crib

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Hello POSHees! Well…I am in the throes of mommyhood and loving every minute (even the 3 am ones because Warner J.’s face is quite precious in the moonlight.)

Anyway, as I said here, we were done with the nursery the week before the fire but I hadn’t quite gotten around to taking pictures so you’re just now seeing a glimpse of my little one’s digs. We didn’t opt to paint again because after all the hard work this summer, being tossed out of our house and the baby due any minute, we found ourselves quite taxed. And frankly, sometimes there are just more important things (a lesson I am getting kicked in the booty with repeatedly now that I’m a mommy.)

The inspiration was to blend a little bit of me (chic) with a little bit of the Mr. (outdoorsy). I originally found the idea on Pinterest then just ran with it. The result was a sweet, modern nursery with all the proper country trimmings. For little Warner J., it felt absolutely perfect.

{Color Palette}

I’ve never been one for super frilly decor or pastels for that matter. With a baby boy on the way, it gave me a chance to really think outside the blue box. The orange and grey felt playful yet sophisticated.

 

{Warner’s Digs}

It can be tricky when you’ve purchased everything for another space to find a new spot for it in a different room but overall, I was really pleased with how it turned out.

 

{Tiny Hands}

A little touch I added afterwards, I hung “small” (you know my kid was 9 lb 13 oz right?)  hand and foot prints using these kits.

 

{Baby’s First Bike}

I know it’ll be awhile before he can ride like the wind but I couldn’t resist this adorable tricycle in just the right colors.

 

{A Few Personal Touches}

I stocked his bookshelf with lots of love and lots of fun little surprises.

 

{Something to Grow On}

This little treat came from one of my baby showers thrown by my besties Ash and Kristen. I think it’s a great reminder to always be growing and challenging yourself.

 

{A Little Love Diddy}

Ken actually sang me this song on my 30th birthday. I included it in the nursery because it says a little about raising your kids right and it has such a special place in my heart. My boy is sure to have his daddy’s love for music.

 

{Bookworm}

One of my favorite memories as a child is going with my mom to the library and letting me pick out stacks and stacks of books. Warner and I have already started to read together. I can’t wait to enjoy all the old classics with him in my lap.

 

{Baa}

I snagged this little guy from Homegoods. The minute I saw him, I knew I needed to take him home. Not only does he match perfectly but he’s a good reminder of the Shepherd who cares for each and every one of his flock.

 

{Lighting the Way}

This used to belong to Tim’s father. Tim was Ken’s brother-in-law and passed away from cancer in 2008. He and Ken were very close. This is a small token of the power of friendship.

 

{Words to Live By}

I came across this little box at Homegoods as well…I knew it would be a perfect place in which to tuck away some of Ken and I’s favorite verses. We read them to our little man from time to time in hopes he’ll one day write them on his heart.

 

{‘After’ Family Photo}

The frame for this picture we got from our dear friends, Mike and Lori. They sent it in a care package after the fire and we were so touched, I had to include it in the nursery. The picture as you can see is from our recent family photo shoot.

 

{Hoot Hoot}

These little fellas are just another beautiful addition. They are gifts from my sister (the little owl) and my cousin and his wife (the big owl). I think it’s just amazing that they both got Warner little owls and they just happen to match the nursery perfectly. Bliss.

{Pillow Talk}

 

I picked up this on one of those beautiful and whimsical days in the summer. I was walking around downtown with frozen yogurt taking a break from work and happened upon it in a little boutique in Kirkland. Again, I saw it and knew it would be perfect instantly. Don’t you love finds like that?

 

{Ch-ch-ch-changes}

 

God bless IKEA. I got this beauty there, picked up some handles and chalk paint at Home Depot and voila! We keep a pad on the top for changing and all this diaper necessities right there in the handy tin.

 

{The Hunted}

While KP was holding out for a real deer head, I stuck to my guns and opted for this Restoration Hardware version covered in French dictionary pages.

 

{Rock-a-Bye Baby}

 

{Through the Barn Doors}

 

{Furry Friends}

Ah, one of my favorite parts of the nursery! The headboard and crib. KP fashioned the headboard with the help of one Mr. Crozier and the crib I ordered here. The crib skirt I found on Etsy.

 

{Cozy Carpet}

For one more touch of the outdoors, I brought in a sheepskin rug. It is the softest thing I’ve ever felt and I’m pretty sure the pups think I bought it just for them because they’ve taken a liking to it as well.

 

{‘Before’ Family Photo}

And here is where it all began. A snapshot of our family of three-to-be.

 

“First we had each other and then we had you and now we have everything.” XX

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BABY BULLET WINNER!!!!!!

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POSHees! You guys ROCK! We got a LOT of entries!!! Drumroll please…….and the winner is……AUTUMN OGLE!!! Congrats Autumn! Please email me as soon as possible (at lacie@poshbylaciepowell.com) the following:

Address

Email

Phone

 

…and we’ll get your prize package sent out to you!

 

Congrats again and have a FAB weekend dreaming up new recipes for your baby love!

XX

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POSH Picks: Baby Bullet (Giveaway!)

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There is nothing more POSH than filling your bebe’s tummy with homemade food. As an expecting mommy, I can’t WAIT to get my hands on one of these puppies. I know you’re saying, “But Lacie, you don’t cook.” You’re right sweet friends, cooking isn’t my cup of tea but that’s the beauty of the Baby Bullet. It takes less effort to use than slipping on my wedges and heading to the market. Here are a few fab highlights:

  • BPA Free…must-have!
  • Less-expensive to use than store-bought food….yes please!
  • You’re in full control of every ingredient that goes into the food….boy do I like control!
  • Primarily made up of dishwasher safe pieces and parts….they know me too well!

And, you’re in luck POSHees because you can enter to win one of these amazing Baby Bullets right here on the POSH Blog. Here’s everything you’ll get with this fabulous 22-piece prize package:

  • The Power Base:  The heart of The Original Baby Bullet™ Baby Care System.  Simply place either the Batchbowl or one of the Short Cups on to the High-Torque Power Base, press down and twist for preservative-free, all-natural baby food in seconds.
  • The Cross Blade and Flat Blade: The Cross Blade is used for pureeing and blending foods, while the Flat Blade is used for milling grains to make cereals. Both are BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
  • Two Short Cups: Both cups are used to mix and store ingredients and are BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
  • The Batchbowl:  This larger vessel is used for creating large amounts of baby food for storage. It’s BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
  • Six Storage Cups with Date-Dial lids: Simply spoon your baby food in to the storage cup, twist on the lid and turn the Date-Dial to show the date you created the food.  All six cups and lids are BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
  • The Batch Tray: This one-of-a-kind tray is used to store large batches of baby’s favorite food after preparation. The Batch Tray freezes over 24 ounces of baby food and the silicone “easy pop” cups make it a breeze to pop out one serving, several servings, or all 12 Baby Bullet servings with ease.  It is BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
  • The Soft-Tip Spatula: Helps scoop the prepared baby food into the storage vessels with ease.
  • The Original Baby Bullet™ User Guide and Cookbook: This handy book takes the guess work out of preparing the tastiest, healthiest, age-appropriate foods that are perfect for baby at every stage of development. It includes recipes for Sweet Potato Puree, Green Pea Puree, Oatmeal Cereal, Strawberry and Pear Totsicles, and many other baby favorites.
  • Pocket Nutritionist: This pocket-sized companion guides moms on exactly how much food to buy, how to choose the freshest produce, and provides nutritional information so that baby is getting all the vitamins and minerals needed for optimal health.

And, most importantly, here’s how to enter*:

1. Post a comment below this blog post telling me that you hopped on over to Baby Bullet’s Facebook page and liked them as well as what you’ll be making for your sweet little peapod with the Baby Bullet.

OR

2.Post a comment on my Facebook page telling me that you hopped on over to Baby Bullet’s Facebook page and liked them as well as what you’ll be making for your sweet little peapod with the Baby Bullet (https://www.facebook.com/POSHbyLaciePowell)

OR

3. Retweet my Tweets sent today about this blog post.

OR

4. DO ALL THREE AND GET THREE ENTRIES INTO THE DRAWING!

GOOD LUCK! XX

*One entry per person, per means of entry (Blog, Facebook, Twitter). All entries will be placed in drawing. One winner will be drawn at random and announced Friday June 8, 2012. No purchase necessary.

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Crafting Community In Pictures

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Whew! What a whirlwind weekend we had in Palm Springs celebrating Crafting Community and as with some of the best times in life, it felt like it was over before I knew it. It was such an honor to work with Kimmel Kids and Kid Concierge. I was so incredibly touched seeing all the families come together to craft and connect. What a precious, precious weekend. Check out some of my favorite pics below and TONS more on my Facebook page.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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POSH Pregnant: Babymoon

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Hello POSHees! I wanted to drop in and let you know that this will be my view this week as the Mr. and I celebrate the sweet addition to our family with a BABYMOON in sunny Palm Springs. We’re both taking some time off to sleep in atop a big cozy bed, delight ourselves with blueberry pancakes, and float around in the pool while dreaming up names for Bebe Pow Pow. I’ll miss you all but this time is to be cherished and we are taking full advantage. Can’t wait to see you all again next week! In the meantime, stay POSH! XX

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Merci Beaucoup: POSH Pregnant

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*FABULOUS photos by John Crozier of Crozier Photography.

Oh sweet POSHees. How hard this secret has been to keep from you! So many times I’ve wanted to post an instagram shot of my growing belly peeking over the top of my Mac or spill to you about my obsession with tropical-flavored Starburst but this mama-to-be has indeed been keeping her lips zipped. The Mr. and I are in fact expecting a wee bebe boy September 18, 2012 and we are thrilled.  Now that I can shout my secret from the rooftops, I hardly know where to begin…this experience has been anything but easy to put into words.

A few things I’ll share:

First, I would not have been able to do this without God’s biggest and best gift in the world to me, my husband. (And I’m not talking about for the obvious reason.) I have never felt more in love with KP than I do right at this very moment. My eyes well up at even the thought of his compassion when I couldn’t stomach even a bite of food, his patience when I went from happy to hysterical in under 60 seconds,  his wisdom when I was overcome with fears of dying in the birthing room (which haven’t gone away btw) and most recently, his elation when he found out we were expecting a handsome son. I look into his eyes and feel something that simply cannot be defined. We are forever changed by this experience and I am so, so, so grateful I get to do this with my best friend and the love of my life. Not everyone is so lucky and I am broken in two with humility at the thought of that.

I don’t plan on turning this into another “mommy blog,” not that there is anything wrong with those, there are just so many fabulous ones out there–you don’t need another from me. I do want to share my thoughts on becoming a mommy from time to time (and of course if you ever want to check in or get my thoughts/opinion on something feel free to ask) but no more than I usually do. For now, you can count on me to still share about my many other POSH passions, just expect a bit about being POSH pregnant from time to time too…after all, as with every other aspect of my life, I plan on bringing a little style into this whole shebangabang.

Pregnancy is altogether one of the most and least glamourous things in the world. People may give up their seats and lift heavy things for you but sometimes at the end of the day your ta-ta’s hurt and it’s difficult not to talk without burping. I am happy to report though that becoming a mommy-to-be has made me finally relax a little. (I know, right? You can go back and read that again if you want…) And that may be the most glamourous part of all. It’s funny because with all other things in life, I normally have to know it all, do it all, be it all but for some reason–this is different. I’m trusting the process and trying to embrace the opportunities God is using to teach me more about grace and handing over the reigns. I have no choice but to let go and be kinder to myself, after all, it’s not just about me any more. Believe it or not, I even feel more creative than I’ve ever felt before too…don’t get me started on the nursery.

And finally, you can give me a giant belly, but you can’t take me outta my heels…XX

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Styled: Gift for Bebe

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Good morning friends!! Last week I shared with you how I kicked off the perfect Parisian send-off into mommyhood. This week I’m sharing what I gifted the mama and bebe on the big day. I hate to spill my now secret go-to shower (birthday, house-warming, wedding, anytime) gift but it isn’t very POSH to keep such a beautiful creation to oneself.

A short time ago, while over at Rockstar Diaries, I stumbled upon an “It’s a Boy” pillow made for Naomi by her mom. Pillows by Poppy have been a longtime favorite of mine but I never knew she did custom orders. The second I saw that, I pounced! I emailed Poppy with pictures of Ashley’s nursery, house, and kitty cats as well as a few more special details. A few emails and a few weeks later I received the most beautiful pillow in the mail to gift to my best friend to commemorate the birth of her sweet baby girl. It nearly brought me to tears as I marveled at how she was able to seamlessly weave all the little details together while putting her own unique spin on it. It has to be said that Poppy is 99% responsible for this week’s Styled post! I loved it and couldn’t wait to give it to Ashley. I’m not a whizz on the sewing machine myself so to share someone else’s heartfelt talent was the next best thing and it was certainly given with lots of love.

I also threw in a book I’ve heard rave reviews about! Bringing up Bebe!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Styled: Shower Flowers

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Yesterday some girlfriends and I had the privilege of hosting a baby shower for our good friend, Angie. Not knowing the sex of the baby, they’ve gone with a neutral theme for Baby Wahlbrink; animals. Being in charge of the centerpiece amongst other things, I hit up Michaels for some inspiration. I found some adorable small plastic animals and since my usual flower gal was rained out of her little tent, I was forced to get supermarket flowers. The selection wasn’t great but I managed with some white hydrangeas, white spider mums and yellow spider mums. Because I wanted to incorporate the animals into the centerpiece, I had to make sure I got heartier flowers that could withstand some weight. The finishing touch was a shimmery chocolate brown ribbon overlaid by a leopard print ribbon around the neck of the vase. I think it turned out fresh, fun and bright…perfect for showering a mama!

 

 

 

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