Making Life More Beautiful for the Modern Mom

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Story by chiefandcrown

Published on Feb 29, 2012 in Shop

Photo by Thief and Bandit Kids

Jane is a freelance graphic designer, author of the design blog Jane Reaction, wife, and new mom. Jane lives on the north shore of Oahu, Hawaii with her husband and new baby boy, Henry Fox. She enjoys surfing, eating sushi, and taking an obscene amount of Instagram photos of her chubby baby. 

I run a small freelance business out of my small apartment on the north shore of Oahu. The constant sunshine has gone straight to my brain, and on top of that I just had a baby. Life is insanely busy, constantly chaotic and one big, giant, beautiful mess! Here are a few things I love and think make life more beautiful.

 

Baby on the Brain

Being a mother is one of life’s greatest callings but, it is not always the most glamorous. It’s new, scary, and harder than you ever imagined. There are however, those sweet little moments that make all your worries disappear. These are a few things that make being a mom more fun! I really love the “it’s ok” banner, I find myself saying that a million times a day!

[1. Wise shoes print by Thispapership 2. Ahoy mobile pattern by Thelittletiny 3. Affirmation banner by Secretholidayco 4. Kitty egg crayons by Kittybblove 5. Knit baby shoe pattern by Elephantshoesknits 6. Vintage storage box from Vintagejane 7. Baby leggings by Thefanbanditkids]

Quick Design Essentials

When I design projects for clients, I like to include some links to things they can buy or make themselves to give their branding or packaging that perfect little handmade touch. A little handmade goes a long way. Here are some links to my go-to items.

[1. Custom rubber stamp by Thefutureprimitive 2. Fuchsia clothespins by Paperandpresent 3. Pink nylon twine from Plaitknot 4. Button tie envelope by 42Things 5. Seals and tags by Knotandbow]

A Little Fashion Pick-Me-Up

As a new mom with a hectic schedule, I don’t always have time to get ready for the day. Here are a few favorites that you can add to any outfit for an instant fashion pick-me-up.

[1. Thunder tote by Fieldguided 2. Cuff bracelet by Thiefandbandit 3. Going hunting scarf by Barkdecor 4. Triangle diamond dress by JessalinBeutler 5. Handmade wooden eyeglasses by Takemoto 6. Fox ring by Odettenewyork]

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