droolicious : rugs

Perfect Paisley Rug

AmandaHill — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:00:00 GMT

I've been on a search lately for the perfect a rug. A rug that will look great in my four year old's room, yet be appropriate for her or carry over to another room in the future. The lovely sage paisley rug seen above really caught my eye. It's hand hooked, hand dyed and comes in a variety of sizes.

Click on over to Koo Koo Bear Kids to check it out.

In the Nursery: Rugs from Room and Board

elizabeth leach — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Room and Board has a fantastic selection of rugs that can be used in the nursery. I am so impressed by the colors on their Henley, flat weaved rugs. Available in three color combinations: chocolate, olive and putty.

Perhaps this wouldn't be the best rug for crawlers since it's a flat weave and not tufted, but it is very durable. It would be great in a play room. Made from 100% wool and affordably priced at $299 for a 5 x 8 rug.

Shop Henley Rugs at Room and Board.

Haba Does Rugs?

SunnyChanel — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:00:00 GMT

First off, I had no idea that German based Haba, who are known for their well made and graphically pleasing toys, dabbled in the rug business. Did you? And not only do they flirt with creating what lies underfoot but they do it with some sweet sweet style. The cotton Paradiso Carpet for the kid's room has just enough whimsy and wonder without being overly cutesy or gag inducing. You can pick one of these 40” by 50” rugs up here from Oompa Toys for $129.99.

In the Nursery: I Love Polka Dot Rugs

elizabeth leach — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:00:00 GMT

I love rugs with large polka dots in a nursery. See the below photo (after the jump) from Living Etc. Magazine, but that rug is from The Rug Company and costs mucho mula. The above rug is from the Pottery Barn and it's on sale!

Find the red dot rug (8 x 10) for $399. Also available with yellow dots, which is not on sale, but still a great deal. The 8 x 10 is $599.

The below nursery is from Living Etc. Magazine and was designed by Sixx Designs. Definitely droolworthy!

In the Nursery: Field of Flowers

elizabeth leach — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:00:00 GMT

This rug reminds me of a rug from the super deluxe rug store, The Rug Company. I think it would transform a girl's room. Imagine it with simple, modern furniture. You could bring out any of the colors from the rug with a wall of paint and accessories.

Find the Scattered Flowers Rug at PB Teen. Size 5 x 8 is $299. Size 8 x 10 is $599 plus $25.

Big Deal: Disney Princess and Cars Rug On Sale At FLOR

Chris Ford — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 18:58:00 GMT

I'm a big fan of the interchangeable carpet tiles from FLOR, but one design that they have that is almost never on sale is now on sale. The six tile Disney Princess rug and the six tile Disney Cars rug are now 44% off.

Each rug is 3 feet by 5 feet and is compatible with other FLOR tile colors too, in case you'd like to use it as a part of a bigger floor covering design. I've had FLOR tiles in my home now and I love them. Now I have to make sure my daughter doesn't see these or she'll be bugging me for her own princess rug.

Disney Area Rugs - Princess or Cars by FLOR, $59.99 (was $99.99) at the sale page of FLOR.com

In the Nursery: DwellStudio's New Accessories

elizabeth leach — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:51:00 GMT

DwellStudio's new collection of accessories are now available (Read my first post announcing the new collection here.) and I am so excited to enliven my nursery with a good dose of modern fun! Mod animal bookcases and banks (I love the snail!) can transform an inexpensive bookcase (like my white Ikea bookcase) and their storage baskets, in DwellStudio's trademark prints, can spice up a dreary corner.

Their storage baskets are as practical as they are stylish by being wipeable on the inside and out and large enough to hold lots of toys and books.

Their wool rugs, with sophisticated and subtle color pallets, make just the right amount of a statement. Seriously, any room will look fab with one of these rugs. Add some playful touches of DwellStudio to your nursery and see what a few small changes can do. Your already cool nursery will be even more so. Shop DwellStudio.

Skull And Bones Rugs From Flor

Chris Ford — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 17:08:00 GMT

Just in time for Halloween, Flor has a new style of carpet tile that, while it's good for the holiday, might also be something adolescent boys might like as well. The Funny Bones area rug is black and white and full of skulls. But unlike it's name, there isn't anything funny (or cutesy) about it.

The area rug is made up of 9 tiles and measures to about five feet by five feet. But because it's made up of carpet tiles you can always customize it to the dimensions you want.

Funny Bones Rug, $129.99 for a 9 tile rug ($5.37 sq. ft.) from Flor.com

DwellStudio for Target Still Rocks

elizabeth leach — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

It's been a few months since I've checked out DwellStudio for Target, so I decided to take a gander and... it still rocks. If you're thinking of updating your nursery or decorating a new nursery, DwellStudio for Target should be your first stop. I want the above zebra rug for myself, but it would be a very cool addition to a nursery.

My favorite sheet set is called "Farm Girl" and the three piece set is only $54.99. (photo below)

The nursery furniture is unbelievable. The below changing table is only $279.99.

Shop DwellStudio for Target.

New from DwellStudio: Expect to be Wowed

elizabeth leach — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:25:00 GMT

Copycat designer baby decor is popping up on all the shelves these days. And while I love getting a good deal at the big baby stores, the design is never as good as the real thing. DwellStudio is a pioneer of forward thinking, contemporary design for babies and kids (Adults, too!) Creating sophisticated color combinations and patterns, while appealing to a child's sense of playfullness, DwellStudio never panders. DwellStudio did the brown and pink thing before anyone.

DwellStudio’s new collection of bedding and accessories are as fresh as ever with many new products to wow us. Expect to see mod bookends and piggy banks, colorful backpacks, stylish storage baskets, fashionable shower curtains, and beautiful wool rugs. But, the new collection is not just about quantity. Every season I fall in love with DwellStudio's textiles, which find the perfect balance of modern and just enough sweet. With DwellStudio, there’s always a beautiful surprise.

DwellStudio's new collection will be available this October. Shop DwellStudio.

New Kid (Catalog) on the Block

Lisa Mulcahy — Mon, 05 May 2008 12:38:00 GMT

Adding to the growing list of baby retailers with sophisticated style, Restoration Hardware is throwing its hat into the ring. As of yet there’s no word of brick and mortar stores, but The Restoration Hardware Baby & Child catalog will debut this summer.

Promising collections of furniture, bedding and bath linens, drapery, rugs, lighting, wall décor and gift items, the new venture plays on the “updated classic” aesthetic that the brand is known for. If you love Restoration Hardware, or simply want a gawk at what they’re up to, you can sign up to receive the premiere issue of the Baby & Child catalog at www.rhbabyandchild.com.

Turtles with a Twist

Lisa Mulcahy — Thu, 01 May 2008 16:36:00 GMT

Although it seems to be everywhere, I’m still loving powder blue and chocolate brown. The brown seems to ground what could otherwise be a wishy-washy pastel. Add to it these modern turtles and I think it’s a winning combo. And this time it’s affordable.

The Mod Turtle Collection from Kidline has the perfect blend of modern geometric pattern that takes a not-so-serious turn with the untraditional blue turtles. From crib linens to curtains, rugs and accessories, there’s a complete selection of Mod Turtles to choose from.

Crib bedding $152.50, along with all the other affordable accoutrements, at Amazon.

Big Deal: FLOR Carpet Tiles for Kids On Sale

Chris Ford — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 17:13:00 GMT

FLOR are the tile-sized squares of carpet that are a great alternative to traditional rugs and carpet (that I've sung the praises about before). Right now they have some selected tiles on sale, including some tiles for children's rooms.

The patterns for kid's rooms are Happy Landings (a subtle, airplane design that looks thoroughly modern - pictured) and Raining Cats and Dogs (available in "Blue Sky" or "Orange Thunder"). Both were originally $10.99/tile, but Happy Landings is now $8.79/tile and Raining Cats and Dogs is $7.69/tile.

Check them out at the FLOR "Shop Sale" page at FLOR.com.

Hop On This: FLOR Hopskotch Rug

SunnyChanel — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 17:07:00 GMT

I love to get all old school. I’m gonna do my darndest to avoid modern kid entertainment for my boo like those major time suckers in the form of a PlayStation, Nintendo or Game Boy systems. (yeah, I say this now but check in with me in a couple years to see I’ve succumbed to pressure from the kid.) Not only do children spend way too much time in front of a boob tube but I don’t think the thumb muscles really need that much of a work out. I’d much rather have the Hopskotch getting play in my home. Flor, the modern modular carpet tile people, have created the Hopskotch, a indoor hopscotch rug for you and your little jumper. Eleven carpet tiles come together to create the game surface and best of all, you can move the tiles around to make your own layout and challenge. Next, I’ll need to get a marble set and Chinese jump rope and we’ll be all set. ($169.99)

WIpe Feet on Cupcake, Please

Sarah Verdone — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:09:00 GMT

Sure, Emily Kircher crochets sweet little rugs, but the best thing about them is that all the material is recycled. For example, a Cupcake rug might give new life to a pair of old brown corduroys and a couple of pink and red T-shirts. Cupcakes average about 24" (61 cm) x 19" (48.3 cm). $48 plus shipping. Check out the recycling artist's whole line here on etsy.

Halle Berry Shops Around At NoMi

Kelly Mills — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 17:01:00 GMT

Newly knocked-up Halle Berry was seen shopping at NoMi. Hmmm, what could she have bought? Maybe she's thinking of the bad behavior seen in so many Hollywood spawn (I think it starts around age 8) and vowing her child will never fall prey to the excesses of too much spotlight and not enough discipline. Perhaps she invested in one of these Time Out Spot rugs in pink, blue or brown, portable enough to throw down at home or for a tantrum at the Chateau Marmot. Just $22.

But if I was living on movie star money, you know what I'd get?

Aw yeah, it's the Air Flow Shark Attack! Badass lookin', a price tag of $399, and the propeller moves when you pedal! I say, start 'em out in a fast ride, and let the Hollywood hellions find trouble wherever they go.

Droolworthy: Racetrack Rug for Little Speedsters

crazedparent — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:03:00 GMT

Put a few toy cars on this grey wool rug, which looks like a freeway maze, and you've got some serious kid magic. Only there's a catch -- it's not for sale. The rug, called "Miles," was created by the designers at Big-game. You'll need to contact the Big-game dudes directly if you're interested in one.

(Hat tip: Geekdad)

Shedding Light On the Baby Zoo Night Light Rug

chrisjordan — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 18:02:00 GMT

Last week I blogged about this rug I found which seemed revolutionary in it's design. It's a night light! It's a rug! No more stepping on toys in the middle of the night trek to your child's room. I thought it was the most fabulous thing since sliced bread.

An astute commenter said it seemed to her that the night light was not actually a part of the rug. What? Say it ain't so.

So I emailed the company and asked for a clarification. And this is what I recieved:

Thank you for taking the time to contact us. The lights were designed to sit on the rug - a circle for the light to sit on is incorporated into the design of each rug. The light can be used apart from the rug or not at all.

Um, well. Alrighty then.

This information makes the rug much less drool worthy to me. In fact, I feel parched.

Baby Zoo Night Light Rugs Light Up Your Night

chrisjordan — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 17:02:00 GMT

It's a rug. It's a night light! Any parent who has ever walked through their child's bedroom and stepped on toys will say it's brilliant. A wonderful addition to a nursery or child's room.

Rugs are handmade by designer Laurene Leon Boym.

It is one of those things so inspired that you wonder why someone hasn't already made it.

The Owl Rug above is 39" x 59" and is priced at $544.40. Prices and sizes vary by style. Available at Sparkability

You've Got the Whole World... in your Rug

Mir — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 16:03:00 GMT

There's two excellent reasons to dig this Tapis Ville (carpet city) rug: First, it's a fun round depiction of an entire city (actually, being round, it sort of reminds me of the final scene in Whoville at the end of The Grinch). Second, it's got so many colors and such a busy pattern, it's sure to hide whatever your kid spills or spews on it. You're welcome.

$160 at City Sprouts.