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WELCOME
SHOP LOCAL
A warm hello from the editor and introduction
A wonderful interview with the ladies behind the charming shop, Spruce Collective
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10 EDITOR‘S PICKS Gift guide for the modern mom and child _________
15 MONIKA HIBBS Boombaloo welcomes mama and blogger, Monika! _________
22 AMAZING NEW PRODUCTS An exclusive interview with the founder behind the company Numpfer
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29 STEPHANIE JEAN DESIGN A fun interview with the lovely designer, Stephanie Jean Design, and a sneak peek of her work ina gorgeous nursery. _________
34 SHOE TRENDS We love Freshly Picked Moccs _________
39 JILLIAN HARRIS
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Jillian gives us tips on how to decorate a child’s room
Jacquelinne Altom gives us a sneak peak behind her newly released holiday gift guide
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IN THE KITCHEN Tori from Fraiche shares her passion for delicious, guilt -free cooking _________
48 APPAMAN LOOKBOOK A look into this hip clothing line _________
60 LAND OF NOD Get inspired by three darling holiday looks!
L U S S O BA B Y An interview with the beloved and trusted mompreneur _________
80 HAPPY HOLIDAYS From my home to yours!
MEET THE TEAM
NATALIE
JACQUELINNE
BROOKE
SHARLA
GRANT
ATLOM
WOODALL
PIKE
founder/editor/director
head graphic designer
web/graphic designer
lead editorial photographer
CONTRIBUTORS
PHOTOGRAPHERS
A H U G E “T H A N K Y O U” T O OUR GUEST EDITORIALS
Ainsley Rose Audrey Blake Photography Colin Price Denise Lin Photography Kristel Danielle The Land of Nod, Photography Team M&Him Photography Milanco Studios Tracey Ayton Photography Alyssa Vincent Photography WRITING/CONTRIBUTOR
Joanna Piros Nikki Goldman-Stroh Desiree Cluff, Rock A Baby
Appaman Birdling Bags Freshly Picked Jillian Harris Lussobaby, Shima Land of Nod Monika Hibbs Numpfer Pop Up Shop, Meadow Gifts & Apparel and The Littles List Project Nursery/Project Junior Spruce Collective Stephanie Jean Design STRIVE Creative
LILYANDSPICEINTERIORS.COM
A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR Natalie
WELCOME TO BOOMBALOO!
It’s not just a website and a magazine, it’s a place for modern parents to hang out, read, shop, learn and connect. I’m delighted to welcome you to this place which I have worked my butt off to create!
not just balancing work and kids, but pursuing their dreams, building something they are proud of, and sharing the fruits of their labour with others. WWW.BOOMBALO.COM is global, natch, but we wanted to pack this inaugural issue with lots of things Vancouver (as well as the bigger world), to shine a light on the incredible talent and ability that lives here.
During the time I was building this place, I gave birth to my two boys, one of whom has dietary challenges which add a fair bit of work to his care and feeding. So I get it that juggling multiple priorities is a modern day challenge for us all. Because I was having kids while building my dream, what you’ll find in these pages is a celebration of others who do it too –
Every day brings a new opportunity to meet yet another fantastic individual, chasing a dream, influencing others, or bringing great new products to the kid market. I look forward to hearing from many more of you in the months to come so we can continue to showcase your fabulousness!
It’s been a busy labour with others to bring this place to reality and now that it’s here I can’t wait to share it with you. I wish you all the very best this holiday season has to offer: peace, prosperity, happiness and, most of all, love. From my family to yours, Happy Holidays!
xx, Natalie
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EDITOR’S picks Natalie shares some of her faves! NUMPFER
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multi use blanket & bib numpfer.com YARNING MADE
xo knitted baby blanket for bassinet etsy.com/shop/yarningmade
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MODERN FORT
one more day tee http://modernfort.com SKOT PARTY SKIRTS
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light graphite lady length skirt
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skotapparel.com
MINI MIOCHE
fleece cardi minimioche.com
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MUSHY BOOKS
modern baby books www.mushybooks.ca
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MY MILA
striped beanie 7
www.mymila.ca
7AM ENFANT
le sac igloo 7amenfant.com
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7AM ENFANT
Xplory in cloud grey winter kit in cloud grey stokke.com
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KARDZ KOUTURE
prints and cards
DESIGN LOVE
planner
etsy.com/shop/kardzkouture
designloveplanner.com
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SWELL
birchwood bottle swellbottle.com
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BEHIND THE COVER
Cover: Monika Hibbs & (her sweet son) Liam Hibbs Where: Leuie, South Granville, Vancouver BC Photographer: Milanco Studios
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BEHIND THE COVER
Cover Director: Natalie Grant Cover Photography: Sharla, Milanco Studios Clothing: J.Crew, Anthropologie, ShopBop, Nordstom, ASOS, GAP, Leuie Stylist: Monika Hibbs Hair & Make-Up Artist: Eva Terez Beauty
Shop Arrow houSe Your online source for Modern & Scandanavian inspired lifetyle & home. ARROWHOUSE.CA
AN EXCLUSIVE Q&A SESSION WITH
Monika Hibbs
It takes a lot of courage and hard work to go to Medical School. It also takes a lot of courage to walk away once you know it’s just not for you. Monika Hibbs’ husband encouraged her to start a blog to blow off steam from the pressure cooker of medicine and the rest is, well, history! Unlike many celebrity bloggers, Monika’s style ideas and products are affordable and realistic. She responds to all inquiries and messages, which is probably why her followers are so loyal. Those who have worked with her say her heart is huge and always available to support others in their quest to follow their own dreams.
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When people think of MONIKA HIBBS what are the first few things you hope pop into their minds?
I hope they see me as a kind, giving and humble person. My passion is to inspire and encourage other women / moms in business - I hope that shines through in everything I do. Is this journey everything you thought it would be and more?
I never expected to be where I am now. My journey started off in medicine and slowly began to shift into
Balancing between being a mom and entrepreneur is extremely difficult. There is no right or wrong way to do it, you just need to learn to find a balance. What is one piece of advice you can give to someone contemplating starting their own Blog?
Be true to yourself, find your own voice and style. There are millions of blogs out there and by finding your own style and expressing what you love, you’ll find many others love the same thing. You have had such an amazing year. Can you share with us a “secret” that you’re working on for 2015?
blogging and developed to where my personal brand is now. I’m so thankful for all the opportunities that have come my way; I absolutely love what I do. The best part about your job? The down side to your job?
The best part is waking up and being excited for the day! I love all the collaborations and projects that I get to take part in. Since I work from home, I think the down side is simply time management.
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Oh my, I don’t have secrets! 2015 will be a huge year for us, since we’ll be building our new home! We’re so excited to break ground in January and finally get started! That will be the big focus for the first six months of the year... we’ll then see where that takes us.
Vancouver, BC is home to you. What are some of your favourite stores to shop for kids and adult items?
I love driving into Vancouver for a shopping trip. For Liam, I always like to check out baby Gap, Zara and my favourite baby boutique, Leuie, on South Granville. For me - I love Rebecca Bree Boutique on West 4th, high fashion for the modern day woman and fashion forward mom! The biggest thing for moms that work from home is the balance between work and the “family”. When & how do you “shut it down”? Can you share with us any tips to try and balance the two?
I think this is the biggest struggle for any momtrepreneur! I, by no means, have figured it out yet.
When I find myself getting frustrated and exhausted, I like to take a minute and remind myself what’s important. If I need to go for a walk with Liam to simply get out of the house, I will. Thomas the train is our best friend, Thomas makes everything okay! What’s one Holiday family tradition you have started with your own family. Can you share with us?
One of our favourites is going on the Stanley Park Christmas train with our family. There are about 50 of us that go, and yes we take up the whole train. We took Liam last year for the first time as a family of three. He was excited to see all the sparkling lights and tried his best to stay awake! I can’t wait to see his reaction this year! I have a feeling he’s going to love it even more!
I do try to put focus and attention on Liam during the mornings, then once he goes down for a nap, I’ll get as much work done as possible!
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What’s the one big thing you’ve learned about yourself when you became a mom?
I’ve learned that I can have an ample amount of patience. It is a choice, not something that just comes to you. The strength of patience while learning to be a mom goes a long way. I’m amazed at what my little guy has taught me in this area. The way he wants to discover every aspect of life and yet is so fragile has brought an extra sense of calmness and peace over me. I absolutely love that he has that power over me. “Shop By Monika”, one item from your shop that is perfect for the Holidays?
Acrylic Gold glitter tea spoons. Need I say more?
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Kitsilano vancouver-candle-company.myshopify.com
Gold Cursive Monogram Mug – L
Marion Quilted Smartphone Wristlet
www.chapters.indigo.ca
toryburch.com
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Pearl 360 Studs
DANIEL WELLINGTON Classic Sheffield Lady
baublebar.com
danielwellington.com
13 TRUFFLE Clarity Large Clutch onetruffle.com
Monika’s gift guide
5 Baby Footsie Coverall in Glow-in-the-Dark Dream jcrew.com
12 VONBON Gray Stripe Blanket vonbon.ca
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FRESHLY PICKED Birch Mocc freshlypicked.com
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Pick and Mix
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thejuicetruck.ca
Sarah Chloe Elle Bangle baublebar.com
9 Sunscreen Stick SPF 30 honest.com
8 Baby Long-sleeve One-piece in Oh Baby jcrew.com
7 Kate Spade 2015 Agenda shopbymonika.com
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1/ Be consistent, whatever it is you are doing. Create a routine. We are creatures of habit and love to know what’s next.
8/ Start paying close attention to baby’s tired signals. Eye rubbing, ear pulling, arm thwacking, and yawning. I have a three-yawn rule; by the third yawn it’s time to go down.
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2/ The less vices the better. Soothers, bouncy chairs on vibrate, your Meile vacuum cleaner, running in the baby’s room all night. Or worse…YOU! These are all quick fix solutions with very little longevity. A sound machine with white noise is a fantastic tool, (just make sure it runs all night) and a great swaddle or sleep sac might do the trick.
Make that room BLACK! If you are still night feeding, use your phone as a flashlight, it works wonders. Night lights are for toddlers.
ARE YOU READY FOR A NEW SLEEP ROUTINE? 5/
Put your baby down awake. I know this can be difficult at times, (especially cause they’re so cuddly) but it’s best for everyone. Imagine going to sleep in one place and waking up in another, (the movie “The Hangover” comes to mind) this creates confusion and anxiety. This also creates a vice; you, meaning, they need you to fall asleep. Encouraging baby to be an independent sleeper is a great start for healthy sleep habits.
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Less is more. Go easy on the stuffed animals (one lovey is plenty), mobiles, toys and lights. Could you sleep in a Led Zepplin light show, probably not, so let’s create a calm environment.
10 tips to create healthy sleep for children
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When you need to feed or change baby at night it is not playtime. This is business. It should be quiet and dark and there should be as little interaction as possible.
Remember you are an amazing parent, and you are doing a great job, don’t let the over eager unhelpful people in your life make you feel differently. And yes, it’s normal to feel completely overwhelmed! Your baby didn’t arrive at your door with a “How To Guide”.
K L I K P H O T O G R AP H Y
9/ Get Dad involved. Your baby can smell your milk! It’s yummy and they want it. Let dad go in and do the nighttime soothing, or put baby to bed. It’s a great bonding time for them. Dads like feeling important too.
10/ Always trust your gut! You know your baby better than anyone else. If something doesn’t feel right, don’t do it! Crying it out for 3 hours while you listen to Katy Perry on your iPod, and feeling like a terrible parent, is not going to create a good vibe for anyone. Some people find this works for them, but most find it traumatizing. Create an emotional balance. If you are stressing so are they. Calm yourself and leave your emotions at the door.
Desirée Cluff Owner/Operator www.rockababy.ca
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A delightful Q&A session with founder, Sarah Robbins, of Numpfer.
Q:
Besides a lack in the market for this type of Multi-Use Bib,
what inspired you to venture out and become a Mompreneur?
A: I would say I have always had an entrepreneurial spirt. When I was young I was the kid setting up lemonade stands, garage sales, bake sales and whatever else I could drum up to make a buck. I always knew I wanted to take the opportunity to start a business while on maternity leave; I just never knew what it was. When our daughter was born I realized that our necessity may be other Sarah Robbins, founder of Numpfer, with daughter, Charlotte
Q:
Where did the name Numpfer
come from?
A: Numpfer is actually my childhood nickname (along with many others).
parents’ necessity, and numpfer was born!
Q: What made you decide to
Q: Since Numpfer has
keep all your products “crisp”
launched, what has been the
white with just a touch of
biggest shock to you?
colour?
A: The amazing group of
A: We didn’t learn the gender
people (friends, family,
of our baby while I was pregnant
Instagram..) I have been in
and I found it very
contact with and have learned
difficult to find gender
from. It has been a very
neutral baby items so I wanted
inspiring experience.
to keep Numpfer neutral. The great thing about Numpfer is that it will go with any nursery, stroller, outfit, gender for years to come and parents & gift givers never have to think twice about it.
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Q: What has been your biggest obstacle with the company?
A: Honestly, I have been working in restaurants for my whole career thus far and knew very little about retail. I have learned a lot in this past year and continue to learn as I go. I love what I do and it keeps me going and keeps me inspired and positive.
Q:
Are more great products in the horizon? Can you share
a concept with us?
A: I am tossing up a few ideas, you will have to stay tuned... Q:
The fabric is so incredibly soft. We LOVE it! How did you
choose from so many options out there?
A: I knew it had to be soft and organic. Before I had Charlotte I remembered when I would shop for baby gifts with my mom and she would always deeply inspect the clothing to make sure it was incredibly soft with no hidden scratchy bits lingering on the inside of the garment. I held that memory when I was designing the bib and blanket. Super soft, no velcro, no fasteners of any kind. Only the best for baby’s brand new perfect skin.
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Q: As a new and fast moving company, what would you want your potential customers and buyers to know about you that we may not already know?
A: Since I have worked in restaurants for so many years I pride myself on prompt customer service and always want people leaving happy and satisfied with our products.
Q: Your daughter recently
Q: As BOOMBALOO gets
just turned 1; what’s one thing
ready to launch we have
she has taught you about
met so many incredible,
motherhood this past year?
honest, humble and
A: She has taught me so
hard-working Moms (&
much about what is
building these incredible
important in life. She has
companies. What advice do
taught me to be brave, to be
you have to someone
patient, to be motivated.
pondering starting their
She has brought me so much
own?
joy and love. Being her mother is truly the best ‘job’ I have
A: All I can say is do it!!
ever had.
Give it a go because you
Dads) just like you that are
never know unless you try!
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www.skylarluna.com
eco-friendly sleepwear for the trendsetters of tomorrow
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SPRUCE COLLECTIVE
Our store, Spruce Collective, is a curated collection of
put fresh frames around those old family photos,
all things old + new. The five of us (Lily, Elisa, Monica,
and embrace the worn beauty of treasures that have
Jessica + Kevi) met as vendors at vintage markets in
been passed down. We see the beauty in the
our hometown of Abbotsford, BC and, after a series
imperfect and all agree that it’s a good balance of old
of very serendipitous events, found ourselves open-
layered with the new that brings warmth +
ing a brick + mortar store just over two years ago.
personality to a home.
Creating unique spaces that combine the beauty of
In addition to our eclectic selection of boutique
the old with the modern sensibilities of the new is
home decor and vintage treasures, we’ve also
our passion. We always encourage our customers to
expanded into fashion, jewelry and children’s goods
use what they already have...use that “good” china,
while running a bustling vintage rental division, supplying vintage furniture and decor items to
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weddings and other events in the Greater Vancouver area. We love sourcing out other local businesses and stock handmade + sustainable goods whenever possible. Some of our favourite handmade goods can be found in our growing baby + children’s corner. Kevi is on the go with a busy toddler + teething baby and finds Numpfer’s bibs very handy to keep her little drooler looking fresh and stylish. Elisa’s kids may be grown but that doesn’t keep her from playing around with the adorable wooden “Instagram” cameras handmade by From the Seeds! Monica is a country girl at heart and mom of 3 and thinks Minimocs are a must-have for babies + toddlers alike. Jessica is an artist and always finds inspiration from the illustrations in children’s books, especially ones she can read to her son, Elliot. Lily loves the colourful mama and kid-sized wooden bead necklaces from Coral + Cloud and her daughters do too!
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Spruce Collective is ever-evolving and we’re always amazed by how much we’ve changed and grown in the past couple of years. We couldn’t do it without our loyal customers and amazing staff and love inspiring others to take the leap and follow their passions like we did. Five creative minds working together means we’re always thinking of the next big project and thankfully we all work well under pressure! We love creating unique events for our customers, staff and the community and are excited to see what we dream up next so stay tuned! Be sure to visit us next time you’re in historic Downtown Abbotsford and thank you for supporting small businesses and shopping local.
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STEPHANIE JEAN DESIGNS
Stephanie Jean is passionate about design and about using it to create welcoming spaces for her clients. Like most moms who also are pursuing a business or career, she makes a conscious effort to pay attention to the details of being a parent.
Your work is everywhere. Can you share with us a few places where it has been credited? Style at Home Magazine, Glitter Guide (online)
Describe your style? I would describe my style as classic with a twist. I love design that can outlast trends. Clean, bright aesthetics are definitely a favourite.
Where does your passion to design come from? I grew up in a family of builders and artists. I’ve always appreciated how putting effort into the design of a home can make everyone who lives there feel special and is welcoming for guests. I love watching a client see their home come to its full potential.
What’s ahead for StephanieJean.com this year? Continuing to work with great clients and grow in every aspect of my business.
The question we love to ask “working moms”; can you share with us one tip you have when it comes to balancing work life and home life? For me it’s about remembering my priorities - keeping family first and when I’m not working, making a conscious effort to be present in even the little moments.
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Incorporate interesting hardware on closets and dressers/ changing tables (Anthropologie is a good place to look). Think about investing in an oversized, comfortable chair in a neutral fabric that you can add a pattern/coloured pillow to once the baby arrives - you will be spending a lot of hours feeding, cuddling and reading to your baby there!
What is it you love about designing nurseries? There’s nothing quite as exciting a bringing a new
You are known for your custom drapery. Will this be available one day across the globe?
member into your family. I love getting to be a part of
I would love to have a hand in creating textiles one day.
that excitement and creating a space that is inviting for
Pillows and drapery bring so much personality, warmth and
everyone in the family.
interest to a room. It’s definitely on my list of things I’d love to
Can you share with us 3 tips to keep in mind when designing a neutral nursery?
do in the future.
Use gender neutral patterns such as stripes, stars and polka dots (mixing patterns is a great idea!).
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An online boutique cheer shop
At Confetti & Co. we believe in stripes, polka dots, sequins, peonies, frills and giant bows but most importantly, spreading love and redefining the celebration experience.
confettiandco.ca
we love freshly picked moccs
Susan Petersen
started making baby moccasins in 2009 after becoming frustrated by the lack of well-designed baby shoes. Using her second child, Gus, as a mocc-tester, and a bag of scrap leather she picked up at a yard sale, she began experimenting with designs. Working at her kitchen table, on a shoestring budget, Susan persisted through some disastrous attempts until she had created a pair of moccasins that not only looked adorable on Gus’ chubby little feet, but stayed on his feet as well. Since then the moccasins have gone through about six design changes. Each change has perfected the look and the fit of the soft-soled shoe. The moccasins you purchase today are durable, well designed, and most importantly: stay on your child’s foot.
Susan Petersen, owner of Freshly Picked
Money was tight at the time Susan started and in order to earn money to start her business she got resourceful. Her brother owns a window installation business and in the summer of 2009 she convinced him to let her keep the old windows that he was removing from the houses. She spent a whole summer banging the glass out of the windows because they were encased in aluminum frames. At the end of the summer she took the aluminum window frames to the scrap yard and recycled them to get money. She made $200 dollars and with that literal sweat equity, she started her business. Each pair of moccasins, whether being shipped to the rich and famous (or at least their kids), or shipped across town, are made with care, perfection and a love for the little feet they are intended for. We sincerely hope you enjoy our product!
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shop the collection of moccs and other accessories at freshlypicked.com
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AN EXCLUSIVE Q&A SESSION WITH
Jillian Harris
Yes, we know Jillian Harris doesn’t have children... but who cares when she has such great ideas? Jillian was always interested in interior design, even before she caught celeb cred with a turn on The Bachelor and ,currently, Love It or List It on HGTV. Her style is eclectic, unexpected and refreshingly fun. Read on for tips to making your child’s room into a show-stopper.
4. If painting the walls a bold colour is the final
Tips to keep in mind when decorating a children’s room?
decision, let your child pick the colour, but then order
I’ve never been a fan of primary colours like bubble
more neutral. The Eye is VERY sensitive and even a
the paint colour that is 2 shades lighter and 2 shades gum pink or purple. So, children’s rooms started out
pale pale muted pink will read as PINK!!! when painted
as a challenge for me. Until I took on decorating my
on a wall.
best friend Kendra’s girls’ rooms. I sat them down, like any client and asked them many important questions. What makes them tick, what is their
What are a few colour trends to look out for in a girl’s room in 2015? Boy’s room?
favourite possession, who do they love the most. I took all that into consideration and then decorated
For girls, Parisian, less pinks and more blues and icy
the rooms timelessly with a pop of colour.
tones (thank you Elsa). Boys’ rooms, less greens and blues and more industrial, neutrals, metals and woods!
Having said that:
1. Consider what your child wants, but instead of
Three staples to have in a child’s bedroom no matter what..
focusing on a theme or colour, ask deeper questions. STORAGE 2. If the above is successful, you don’t have to paint
MEMORIES
the room lime green and purple. You can create a more
PROPER WINDOW TREATMENTS
timeless neutral pallet space and still make your child’s
(I don’t have children but I’m guessing it wouldn’t be
heart go pitter patter when they walk into the room.
the worst thing if they slept in an extra hour)
3 . Inject colour in ways that are easier to change (furniture & accessories).
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PHOTOS BY MILANCO STUDIOS
You just launched your NEW website. We LOVE it! What are some NEW features we should know about it? OH, yes, I am so excited about this!!! We had SO much wonderful content that was ‘getting’ lost … so now popular posts are easier to find, as are most
What are some of your favourite stores to find fabulous Children’s Decor?
recent posts. Also is my new ‘boutique’ and the abil-
Homesense, Potterybarn Kids, The Cross
line!
You recently launched a NEW clothing line with Style for the Priv based out of Vancouver, BC. Um, totally cool...what’s one HOT item our Mommas MUST HAVE this winter from your line?
You have had such an amazing year with so many NEW followers...what else could possibly be in store for you for 2015?
THE RHONDA HAT for sure!!!! Bad hair days aren’t an
will try to worry less about ‘followers’ and worry more
ity to actually shop my outfits, my decor in my home and my KORHANI rug line, as well as my JHFORPRIV
Ah…. followers. What a funny word. And how funny is it that we let it define our success… I think for 2015 I
issue with this baby!
about trying to speak about what is important (Homeless Youth, Homeless animals, Homeless fam-
British Columbia, Canada is home to you..Tell us one thing you LOVE about Westcoast living?
maybe big!) differences. I hope to keep refining my
FRESH AIR, shorter winters (I’m originally an Alberta
spend more time with my family.
ilies …) Try to use that ‘following’ to make small (or work schedule to work smarter not harder and to
girl so this novelty hasn’t worn off for me) and WINE! lol.
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BY FRAICHE NUTRITION
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banana bread ______
Meet Tori with Fraiche Nutrition! I am head over heels in love with food made with the best ingredients, eating in good company and making your table look as gorgeous as possible. Ingredients:
In a large bowl, using a kitchen mixer (either hand-held or stand), beat (on medium-high setting) the butter and
1/3 cup butter, softened
sugar together for about 2 minutes, until light and fluffy.
1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Add the vanilla and the eggs, one at a time, and beat again
2 eggs
for about 1 minute, scraping the sides of the bowl with a
2 mashed ripe bananas
rubber spatula. Add the bananas and beat again until fully
2 Tbsp. milk
incorporated.
1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder
In a small saucepan or in the microwave, heat the milk
1/4 tsp. salt
until it just boils. Add the baking soda to the milk: caution,
1 cup flour (can substitute 1/2 whole wheat if you
it will foam so make sure your cup or pan can
wish)
accommodate it! Add this to the batter along with the
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
baking powder, salt and flour, and beat for another 1 minute until evenly mixed, scraping the sides of the bowl
Directions:
again with a rubber spatula. Fold in the nuts if using.
Preheat oven to 350 F and either grease and flour or
Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for
line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
approximately 30-40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
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Vegetable Soup with Pesto Turkey Meatballs ______
Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, combine the turkey, pesto, egg and salt, using your fingers to gently mix the ingredients
1 lb. ground turkey
together.
3 Tbsp. basil pesto 1 egg, beaten
Using a small 1-ounce scoop or a teaspoon, form the meat
1/2 tsp. salt
mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Place the meatballs on the
2 Tbsp. olive oil
prepared baking sheet, spacing apart. Drizzle with olive
1 small onion, diced
oil and bake until cooked through and slightly browned,
2 stalks celery, diced
about 15 minutes.
2 carrots, diced 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken stock
In a heavy pot on medium, heat the olive oil and add the
2 litres chicken stock (gluten free)
onion. Cook until transparent, stirring. Add the celery
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsely
and carrots and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until
salt & pepper to taste
fragrant and slightly softened.
Directions:
Add the 1/2 cup of wine (or chicken stock) to deglaze and cook until reduced by half.
Preheat oven to 400F and grease a non-stick cookie sheet with olive oil.
Add the 2 litres of chicken stock and the meatballs and simmer for 15-20 minutes on the low heat setting. Season with the parsley, salt and pepper and serve.
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Ingredients:
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1 lb. lean ground beef 2 crushed garlic cloves
Add the onions and garlic and cook for another 2 minutes
1 small yellow onion, diced
until the meat is fully browned and the onions and garlic
¾ c. good red wine
are transparent and fragrant.
3 medium tomatoes, diced 1 large can of diced tomatoes
Add the red wine to the pan and stir well, scraping the
3 sprigs fresh oregano
bottom of the pan. Cook for an additional 2
Parmesan rind (approx. 2×2” piece)
minutes, then add the fresh tomatoes and cook for an
½ cup chopped fresh basil
additional 3 minutes.
Salt & pepper to taste Grated Parmesan & fresh basil leaves to garnish
Turn the heat to medium-low and add the can of diced tomatoes, oregano and Parmesan rind. Cook for approx-
Directions:
imately 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the tomatoes are cooked.
In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, cook the meat for 2-3 minutes or until it starts to brown,
Add the fresh basil, salt, pepper and stir until
breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
incorporated. Serve over freshly cooked pasta and garnish with fresh grated parmesan and a sprig of fresh basil.
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I love smoothies but I admittedly get tired of the same old fruit and yogurt versions. This one is an unexpected twist from the norm and is PACKED with protein and fibre to keep you feeling full and energized throughout the morning. Dates and bananas are both loaded with potassium and fibre, and the whey, milk and peanut butter add a substantial amount of protein. This recipe serves two. Blend Together: 1 frozen banana 4 ice cubes 2 Tbsp. natural smooth peanut butter 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract 1 scoop whey protein (7g scoop) 1 cup milk or almond milk 4 dates, chopped
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Becoming a new parent is probably one of the most challenging positions you will ever take on. Strangely enough, it is worse if you have always been a high achiever or a perfectionist. People who have never failed at anything haven’t learned the valuable lessons that failure can provide. Luckily, babies do a great job of bringing you to your knees. One of the first things you must learn is to abandon perfection in pursuit of much more important goals, like sleep, and eating an entire meal within an hour. It also means letting go of the notion that there is anything like a Perfect Parent. New parents are so often driven to prove that having a baby won’t change a thing about their lives. They will still do the Grouse Grind, go kayaking, have friends over for exquisite gourmet meals, and cuddle on the couch with Netflix once the baby is down for the night. You’ve got to let that fiction go! Having a baby will change your life; it’s supposed to! A baby isn’t a new car, or an accessory that can be controlled and assimilated. For quite a few years, your baby isn’t there for you: you are there for your baby. You are there to protect, to nurture, to love and if that means the house looks like hell and friends coming to visit have to bring pizza with them, that’s normal life. One of the most reliable ways to tell your children you love them is to feed them. Human beings have a pretty simple hierarchy of needs and food is right up there, a fundamental focus. I lunch you means pretty much the same thing as I love you. If you need help deciding where to invest the energies you have as parents, put them in the kitchen. Food brings people together; it creates traditions; it reassures and comforts. After all, when Max came back from Where the Wild Things were, he lived happily ever after because he found his supper waiting for him. And it was still hot.
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The Importance of Creativity for Children High school, plus a degree, once led to a promising career. “Once” is the operative word today, as many people have graduate degrees and can’t find jobs. What does this mean for our children; what will their job market look like? Our children will require a highly creative thought process to build a career for themselves, and we, as parents and caregivers, must nurture creativity in our wee ones from the moment they open their eyes. Creativity is important for young children; creating something with our hands leads to a sense of accomplishment and pride. Taking nothing and molding it into something builds confidence. The more we create, the more our feelings of self-worth and individuality grow. For some of us, the idea of encouraging creativity in our children may seem daunting. Perhaps you don’t see yourself as a creative person; perhaps you associate creativity with only artistic endeavors. Don’t be fooled by that notion. We can be creative in the way we manage our finances, in gardening, in cooking, in just about anything. Consider these helpful tips when trying to encourage your children to be creative. Babies: Let go of all your inhibitions. Turn a rattle into your microphone and belt out that tune you love to sing in the shower. Using a rattle to serve as a variety of objects can teach your child to look at things differently and not just for their functionality. This can help them think outside of the box. Toddlers: Children are innately creative. Give a child a paper towel-roll and see how many different things it can become in 5 minutes: a spaceship or a trumpet. Get some basic art supplies and sit with your child for 10 minutes. Talk to your child about what he or she is creating and see where their imagination takes them. Sensory bins are great ways for toddlers to learn through play. Children easily turn piles of sand into enchanted forests and soapy water into underwater caves. Remember art materials are not the only way to enhance creativity: toddlers constantly learn through all of their senses. Preschoolers: Play-dates are a great way to help foster creativity: children tend to grow and learn from each other. Have you ever watched what happens when you give a couple of preschoolers a large cardboard box? The box is almost always more fun than the toy it contained. With preschoolers all you need to do is supply the materials and they’ll let their imaginations grow. School Age: It can be difficult to resist hovering, but it’s important to give your child space to explore independently. Hovering and monitoring are different. It helps to be close by to help your child expand some of those creative ideas and simultaneously keep them safe as creative ideas sometimes take flight into dangerous territories. Having a basket filled with some art supplies within your child’s reach is a great way for children to be creative whenever they feel that spark ignite. Keeping a basket of “old junk” around is also perfect for enhancing imaginations. Milk and egg cartons make great monsters, toilet paper rolls can become puppets and Kleenex boxes can be aquariums. The key is making sure the materials are easily and readily available for your child. Try and limit the amount of store bought toys; children should be encouraged to make their own props to incorporate into their dramatic play. Forget the costly big-ticket items and dig out the old dress-up box. Rummage through your closet, toss in that funky scarf, an old pair of heels and watch your child’s imagination work.
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PROJECT NURSERY is the definitive authority and inspirational resource for baby’s first room and beyond, offering an engaging and informative platform to solve the universal challenges of nursery design. Launched in 2008 by Melisa Fluhr and Pam Ginocchio—post-college roommates and interior design enthusiasts who founded the company while tackling their own nurseries—Project Nursery has been heralded as “a virtual jackpot of kid-friendly design ideas” by AOL’s Stylist Home and resonates with parents, interior designers and children’s brands alike for its blog, photo gallery, video tutorials, room tours, expert resource center, insider celebrity and designer access, DIY projects, and other original and member-generated content.
Design Credit, Honey & Fitz, a Project Nursery Gallery member. Photography credit: Jessica Delaney Photography
In 2013, the company expanded with Project Junior, which turns its focus towards the next design phase once baby has outgrown the nursery. Striving to support a community that is not only growing in numbers but also aging up in both style and function, Project Junior is channeling the success of its “older sibling” into a dynamic new vehicle for children’s room style and substance. Founders, Pam and Melissa, of Project Nursery
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Alyssa and Jacquelinne's friendship began almost five years ago when the two lived only houses away from each other. They shared an immediate connection when they came to find that they both equally shared a deep passion for the arts and chasing a dream of simply wanting to make the world a more beautiful place. In recent years, Alyssa and Jacquelinne have photographed and designed for hundreds of clients around the world--and they finally decided to team up for an Incredibly magical project this holiday season. Over the past months, the two have thoughtfully curated an incredible collection of handmade toys, accessories and clothing from over 35 shop owners located in all corners of the world. The items were chosen for, not only their aesthetic and beautiful detail work, but also for their quality in workmanship. It has been, "The most amazing experience forming so many relationships and friendships with so many gracious shop owners and, really, everyone involved in the project. The response has left us feeling a sense of overwhelming gratitude for the kindness and support expressed by so many," Jacquelinne Altom explains. The guide features several themed collections with a detailed list of sources as well as everything you need to know to get the looks. Download the free Holiday Gift Guide or purchase the digital version with exclusive promo codes good through Dec 31 for only $1.99 at www.striveforsomethinggood.com today.
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Why Lussobaby? What does it stand for? Lusso is an Italian word meaning luxury. We strive to provide a luxurious experience for every customer that walks into our stores, and we deliver it with affordable pricing.
What do you hope people think of when they think of "Lussobaby"? We have been embraced by our clientele and are humbled by the support we have received from our community and beyond. We’ve become the go-to store for anything baby and kids related due to our wide assortment of quality products, our customer experience and our convenience of ordering online. I hope moms are proud to shop at our store as I had wished when I opened it.
Where did your motivation come from to become a business owner? Becoming a mother and shopping around for my own needs gave me the idea that Vancouver needs a one-stop shopping destination for moms and moms-to-be. What I couldn’t find was a single location for everything under one roof with knowledgeable staff and the highest level of service. I wanted moms to be proud that they shop at my store. I wanted a store where quality, safety and service would be the number one priority along with competitive pricing. I was and am a big supporter of Mompreneur, and of local and Canadian-made products. I also wanted to ensure that we work with companies that are mindful of their impact on our environment. AlI of this is what I yearned for as a mom; so, Lussobaby was born in October 2009. Not so ironically, my oldest son was born in January 2010.
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On a good day, I have breakfast with my boys; play a
A wife, a mother, a "Mompreneur". What is one piece of advice you have for other women wanting to follow their dreams of owning their own business?
the day and visit one of our stores before picking up my
My advice when starting your business is firstly to ensure
boys, have a family dinner, and get them ready for bed.
little bit with them before I take my oldest to school. I answer all my emails and complete my to-do-list for son from school. Then I spend some more time with my
there is passion behind your concept. You are not start-
After the boys sleep, I go back to my computer and try to
ing it because you always envisioned being a business
get some more work done.
owner. Starting your own business is not easy; there will be lots of ups and downs. You need to be ready to meet them head on, and never give up!
Tell us one trait your kids have taught you about being a “Mom”?
Secondly, set your guidelines for how you envision
They have taught me patience and to always look at the
balancing work and family. It’s different for everyone,
glass half full.
and in my opinion, it’s the most difficult aspect of having your own business. Having a healthy work-life balance is a key to success.
Would you like your kids to join the business when they are older?
Lastly, make sure you setup a strong support
My dream is for my kids to follow their dreams; to
network. Ensure that you have people who are
achieve their goals with our support and do what they
willing and able to help in the areas that
are passionate about. Nevertheless, my older son already
complement your strengths. I am lucky that my
speaks about joining my husband and me in our
husband, mom, dad and mother-in-law have my back. I
businesses. We encourage him to have an
would not be able to do this without
entrepreneurial mindset and we feel our approach to
them.
business is rubbing off on him.
Starting your own business is not glamorous or a
What’s the hardest aspect of being a biz mom?
stress-reducer; however, it is very rewarding, educational and usually fun. Work hard and never give
The hardest aspect is having a healthy work-life
up, even when things may not be going well.
balance. My kids and family are my priority and I want to
What does a day "balancing it all" really look like for you?
But as a business owner I have to ensure the company
spend much time with them taking care of their needs. needs are cared for as well. Juggling both aspects of my life is a difficult daily accomplishment. My husband and my beautiful boys are so dear to my heart that I always want to do everything for them, but it can also be very challenging with the business’ needs. It
The Holidays are almost here. What’s one family tradition you have with your family?
has taken me years, but I have come to realize that there are days that so many things are going on, that I just
We love celebrating the holidays as a family. My oldest
can’t manage them all. This is now normal for me. I have
son will go through all his toys that he does not need
not met anyone that is able to manage everything all the
anymore and we will donate them to a charity before he
time. When this happens, I reprioritize and reevaluate
can ask Santa for new things. It is very important to us to
everything and ask for help!
raise our kids to be generous, caring and compassionate. This has become a new family tradition in our household.
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Birdling Bags was founded by two New Jersey-based young moms and bestfriends, Courtney and Meagan. Born out of the need for an organized travel bag, Birdling Bags has grown into a necessity for family ventures away from the nest.
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The
past six months have been very busy for them In 2012, Courtney’s daughter Tess was born. Courtney went to pack Tess’s stuff for their first weekend away and even though Tess was only nine pounds, it seemed she needed to pack a ton for her. A weekend away with a baby is hard enough, but she quickly realized that her unorganized bag made it that much harder. After unpacking, she was not
and they have been shipping bags all over North America and overseas to the UK, India, and even as far as Australia. They have expanded their collection to include a smaller overnight bag as well as kid’s t-shirts and have more products in the works. Their collection is sold through their online boutique www.birdling. com as well as in a handful of New Jersey retail boutiques.
sure who was a bigger jumbled mess -- her bag or herself. Feeling frustrated, she knew that there had to be a better way. The idea for their flagship Weekender bag came one sleepless night soon after.
Today, these two moms spend their days growing the Birdling brand and their young families.
Between
trips to the manufacturing warehouse, the post office and of course picking up their kids from school, these
She knew that Meagan, her childhood friend and creative mother to three little children, would be the perfect partner to make this dream a reality. After researching the market they realized there is a major lack of high quality and functional family travel bags. After one year, five prototypes, three manufacturers and four kids between them to chase after, they finally got it right!
They are
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SHOP local Are you a “holiday shopping” YUKKK person? Or does holiday shopping fill you with warm, tingly anticipation of gift getting and gift giving?
The great news is you can do all your shopping and support local talent this holiday season. Check online for a multitude of events showcasing everything from art to arts and crafts, to clothing, to household necessities and décor.
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Recently we attended a wonderful pop-up shop event jointly hosted by Meadow Gifts and Apparel in Gastown and The Little’s list. Here are some of the products and people from that day!
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INNOVATIVE & FUN APPY Author: Malika Cuisine: tapas Serves: 4 Ingredients 1-2 cups of peeled and chopped squash 1 baguette (I used ciabatta) ½ package of goat cheese chèvre 2 sprigs of sage 1 pinch nutmeg 1 pinch of salt 1 pinch of cinnamon 1 tbs maple syrup Instructions 1) Toss the squash in a bit of olive oil and bake the squash on a baking sheet with parchment paper in the oven at 400 degrees for 15-20 min. The squash should be soft enough to mash. 2) Mash the squash in a bowl and add the salt, syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg. Let cool for a few minutes. 3) Slice the bread and layer the chèvre, squash and broken up sage on top. 4) Serve and enjoy! BY EVERYTHING‘S BETTER SPROUTED
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