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This post may contain affiliate links which help support our blog efforts. Opposites attract it is! Personally, I initially gravitate towards neutrals, tone-on-tone and muted colors. I also tend to design nurseries and kids' rooms with soothing, sophisticated palettes and styles. So when someone introduced me to Julie Howard's work and her company Shop Leo Designs, I surprised myself when I fell in love with the her handcrafted, wall decor goodies. (Seriously, there were some audible gushes from my lips as I was looked through her cheerful color combos.) Julie's whimsical decor pieces are created in bursts of brights and even neon colors, possibly with a few neutrals thrown in for good measure. Take a look at some of her most popular works below and then start following her on Instagram for a dose of happy in your everyday. Just remember we're her newest, biggest fans! Q&A with Shop Leo Kids' Owner/Artist, Julie Howard |
 Dream catchers that started it all |  Pom pom garland gives us all the feels |
Q. Where can one find your whimsical goods, are they sold exclusively on your site?
A. I sell primarily direct to consumer from my website but I do have one retailer in Canada, Babasouk.
Q. There is so much creative goodness offered on your site, what do you see as the most trending pieces?
A. I started adding weavings to my site and they sold really well too. I was really onto something and was so excited, but I knew the garlands were the most popular so i really focused on those
 Hanging wovens in fresh colors |  Hanging pieces available in various sizes |
Q. We are mesmerized by your color schemes. They are so bright and cheery we can’t help but wear a smile look at them. What if a client needs something color specific they don’t see in your online shop, do you also do custom pieces?
A. One thing that makes me stand out is the colors I work with. They are typically bright neons! Not everyone can incorporate neons into their home so I do offer custom designs! I can customize anything!
Q. What’s are some of your favorite ways in which your pieces have been incorporated into kids rooms?
A. I have several customers you buy many of my pieces, weavings and garlands, and I love it when they deck out their kids rooms with all of it! Some people order 3 garland and a weaving and use it all in one room and it looks amazing
 Woven + Pom pom garland |  Giant Pom pom + Pom pom garland |
Giant Pom pom - Studio DIY Nursery
Q. Let’s switch design gears. What's your own personal kid’s design style?
A. I decorate my house with lots of color so I typically go to brands like The Land of Nod, Pehr and blabla kids.
 What a yummy place to live  Julie's home is as bright and cheerful as her designs |  Julie and her two daughters  A home creative space |
Q. Who is your go-to home furnishing or décor brand when looking for pieces for the kids’ spaces?
A. I also love to support other fellow makers found via Instagram. some all time favorites are Home, la Lovie and SharpToothStudio
Q. What's next Shop Leo Kids?
A. I have some fun new things for 2018! I just finished re-branding which is exciting and I plan to make full party kits which will include garlands, crowns, cake toppers and more. You'll just have to follow along to see what else is coming!
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