Barbarayesspaces
Creating beautiful spaces where children can thrive. As the mom of five and a professional interior designer I share great children's rooms, family-friendly decor, DIY projects and stories from our home and yours.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 36 )
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Mess to YES Pilot Live on The Design Network: Behind the Scenes
While I was in Los Angeles at the Design Blogger’s Conference in March I met Jason Harris the Founder and CEO of The Design Network (which launched yesterday). Read more
Posted on 10 April 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
DIY Video: A Modern Designer Lamp (from a Thrift Store Find!)
This week I’m attending the Design Blogger’s Conference in Los Angeles and having an incredible time! Inspired by my fabulous traveling companion, Maria... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Moving the Family: Drama Or Adventure?
We are moving. It’s a fact, it’s starting this Friday and it is not fun. My whole life is being put into tiny boxes. We are downsizing, it’s simply the state... Read more
Posted on 27 February 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
DIY Video: Industrial Gear Tables
Here is a wrap and go (literally) DIY project. I created side tables for the Oregon Street of Dreams using some gears I found in a second hand store and some... Read more
Posted on 12 February 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Glow in the Dark Chalk Lights up a Sleepover
Writing birthday wishes on a chalkboard wall is always a fun touch for a birthday celebration. But it can be extra fun at a sleepover when the chalk you use... Read more
Posted on 06 February 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN, PARTIES -
9 DIY Ways to Dress Up a Lantern – Fun & Festive!
Paper lanterns are not just for gardens or weddings. There are lots of darling ways to dress up a plain globe lantern (the cheapest kind) for indoor decor in... Read more
Posted on 01 February 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
7 DIY Gifts Your Kids Can Make
Only a few days left until Christmas but the little elves are out of school and eager for activities. If you don’t want to brave the crowds to shop for... Read more
Posted on 20 December 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
How to Use Emerald in Your Child’s Room (Pantone 2013 Color of the Year!)
Pantone introduced Emerald as their color of the year for 2013 and I love it! I was never wild about Tangerine from last year – bright red oranges make me... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Create a Peacock Tree with Paper Feathers
My mother has a very formal home and spends her holidays with us so there is no need for her to have a full size tree or go crazy trying to decorate her house. Read more
Posted on 12 December 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
A Cozy Winter Wonderland: The Gingerbread Forest
What could be better for the holidays than a cozy spot to curl up and read, smell fresh baked gingerbread and a fresh beautiful wreath? Read more
Posted on 11 December 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Christmas DIY: Candy Topiary Trees
There is nothing more fun at Christmas time than creating magical worlds out of candy! I love the simplicity and the charm of candy topiary trees. Who wouldn’t... Read more
Posted on 06 December 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME -
My Holiday Mantel
Family-friendly design does not mean giving up your beautiful treasures or always having informal spaces. My living room mantel is formal and to decorate it... Read more
Posted on 04 December 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
Try a Fun New Family Tradition: The Cinnamon Bear
I remember listening to the Cinnamon Bear on the radio as a child. In Portland, Oregon they replayed the vintage radio series every night at 6:45 PM during the... Read more
Posted on 02 December 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, FAMILY -
DIY Video: FAB Bottle Cap Decor (great Gifts!)
Today’s video, a fun touch of whimsey for around the house or a great gift idea! I saw these bar stools last summer in a game room and have had them in the... Read more
Posted on 29 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
A Treasured Holiday Tradition: The Cinnamon Bear
Amazon Source Source ShareA Treasured Holiday Tradition: The Cinnamon Bear was first posted on November 27, 2012 at 5:19 pm.©2012 "Yes Spaces". Use of this... Read more
Posted on 28 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
9 Fun DIY Kid’s Advent Calendars
With a couple of extra days after Thanksgiving this year before December 1st there is time to try something new for your advent calendar, possibly even... Read more
Posted on 27 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
22 Days of Gratitude: Our Thanksgiving Table
It is 11:30 PM pacific time on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving (Thanksgiving Eve?) the table is finally set and the video almost ready to post! Whew! Read more
Posted on 22 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
22 Days of Gratitude: Spaces That Invite Creativity
This is the time of year when mom’s lists become too long and their days become too short. My children have this entire week off from school which means I eithe... Read more
Posted on 19 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
New Video! How to Make Silhouette Pillows
Today for 22 Days of Gratitude I am SO grateful to have a new YES Spaces DIY video up! We have now filmed 8 new videos and will be back to posting once a week... Read more
Posted on 17 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
22 Days of Gratitude: How to Create Calm in an Ocean of Family!
Have family coming into town next week or are you traveling to be with family? Disrupting your child’s schedule and space can have a direct effect on her... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN
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Creating beautiful spaces where children can thrive. As the mom of five and a professional interior designer I share great children's rooms, family-friendly decor, DIY projects and stories from our home and yours!



