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Minted Pop-Up's DIY Events

Minted Pop-Up
222 Grant Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94108
Hours: Monday through Saturday from 10 am-7 pm
Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm
minted.com

If you haven't had a chance yet to visit Minted's pop-up shop in San Francisco, you still have time as the shop is open now through the end of the year. You probably already know Minted as an online destination to buy cards or artwork but did you know there's so much more? In the shop, you'll find not only modern prints but fabrics, pillows, journals and lots of inspirational decor for your home. There's also an area where you can have a Minted stylist help you work on the perfect card whether it's for a wedding, baby announcement, holiday cards and more.

But one of the really cool things about the Minted pop-up is the many DIY classes that are offered in the shop.

Here are the classes for September/October:

Bridal Workshop: One Invitation, Three Looks
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
5:30pm-7:30pm
$15

Minted will be doing bridal workshops twice a month, so this is the first of many. The workshop will show you how one wedding invitation can spark many different design directions for tablescapes. Sip champagne whil learning how to bring elements from your invitation to life at your wedding.

Live Art Night
Thursday, September 22, 2016
5:30pm-7:30pm
Free

This is a free monthly event at Minted. There are 4 artists working throughout the store and you can watch them paint and draw. (Last month's event drew over 100 people!) You can also purchase what they make during the evening. This month there will be an artist who will be doing quick portraits during the event. This is a fun event for the entire family! Free wine and cheese is provided.

Floral Design Class
Thursday, September 29, 2016
5:30pm-7pm
$75

Learn the basics of flower arranging by Heather Lee an Oakland-based freelance florist and writer. You will learn how to care and prep for your blooms and work with the seasons. Leave the class with a beautiful centerpiece, plus know how to create more arrangements at home.

Watercolor Painting: Exploring Geometric Shapes and Patterns
Thursday, October 6, 2016
$35

Learn how to create beautiful watercolor paintings featuring geometric patterns and shapes taught by local illustrator and graphic designer Liz Conley.

Introduction to Embroidery
Thursday, October 27, 2016
6pm-7:30pm
$60

Needlework artist Lisa Anderson Shaffer of Zelma Rose will give you an introduction to the basics of embroidery. In this class, you will create a stylish home decor sampler hoop on gorgeous Minted fabric.

These are the classes so far listed for September and October. I'll update you on more of the offerings for the rest of fall and winter when I find out. There will most likely be a Halloween event in the shop for kids and family photo shoots for holiday cards.

Here are more photos around the Minted pop-up:

Back to School Giveaway: Wee Alphas Alphabet Print

I am super excited to partner up with my friends at Wee Society to present to you this fun Back to School giveaway. Win this unframed 18" X 24" Wee Alphas alphabet print (retail value $40) featuring letters hidden in their quirky characters such as Alexander the Angelfish, Biki the Buffalo and more. Your print comes stamped with a shiny metallic gold foil Wee Society seal. It's a great way to brighten up your kid's room!

Giveaway Entry Rules
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only. Simply leave a comment to this post to enter. For an extra entry point follow both Wee Society and Coquette on Facebook. (Let us know when you leave your comment that you are also following us on Facebook.) It's that easy! All entries must be received by Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 5pm PST. Good luck!

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to everyone who entered!

Wee Society is now updating their Facebook page with weekly printable activity pages. This week features a coloring page of their quirky character alphabet.

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Easy Nursery & Kid's Room Decor with Letters

If you're looking for ways to spruce up the decor in a nursery or kids room, there's no easier way than personalizing it with their name. I love the classic simplicity of these Storybook Letters ($11 each letter, $4 extra for ribbon) from New Arrivals, Inc. Choose from a variety of ribbon styles from polka dots to new chevron patterns.

You can also go with block letters for a fun display if you don't want to hang things on a wall. New Arrivals, Inc has them in a variety of colors and prints for just $8 each. I also love the vintage feel they have.

Go even simpler with just a jumbo wooden letter ($68) and mix in photos.

See all letters from New Arrivals, Inc.

Petit Collage: Modern Kids Decor + Toys

From wall art to mobiles, I love the beautiful designs from Petit Collage. Chloe has one of their ABC posters framed on her wall in her room. It actually became a great way for her to entertain herself in her crib and say her ABC's. New to their site are the personalized wood panel art ($60) and the soft dolls ($44). All of their items make great gifts!

Petit Collage is also celebrating their newly launched website so spend $50 and up and receive a set of Petit Collage notecards along with free shipping! Use the code NEW2012. Add the notecards of your choice in your cart before you enter the coupon code.

Here are more of my Petit Collage favorites:

Animal ABC Poster ($40)

Butterflies Fabric Wall Decal ($60)

Tree Party Jumbo Wood Panel ($220)

Up in the Air Deluxe Bamboo Mobile ($66)

ABC Flash Cards ($14.95)

Cheery Birds Boxed Recycled Note Cards ($14)

Baby Heirlooms from Paloma's Nest

Take a visit to Paloma's Nest and you'll find an array of beautifully handcrafted ceramics as well as other fine goods. I am particularly fond of their items for baby such as this baby hanging plaque ($28) that's perfect for the nursery.

Here are some of my favorites:

Custom Baby Keepsake ($44)

Baby's First Plate ($64)

Custom Maple Wood Baby Hanger ($26)

Vintage Wooden Marquis Block Letter ($6)

Growth Charts

There's no cuter way to decorate your kid's room than with the beautifully illustrated growth charts at Colorful Rooms. Chloe has the Gillespie Giraffe ($49 + $10 for personalization) by Oopsy Daisy she received as a gift for her first birthday from a friend. You can already see where we've marked her 13 month height of 31". I absolutely love it because it matches her green wall perfectly! Sometimes to keep her occupied, I teach her how to spell her name from this chart and she loves it! She can now say "H" and "O" and pretend to spell which is pretty hilarious and adorable.

Most of the charts are made by different independent designers so you can take your pick to match the perfect growth chart to your child's room decor. Just know that these charts, especially when personalized can take an upwards of 4-5 weeks to send out so order as much as you can in advance.