Glidden Got the Job Done!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Glidden. All opinions are 100% mine.

After moving into our new apartment earlier this year, there are still so many projects that I still have yet to undertake and it's already the end of September! Between buying new furniture, installing new french doors and finally mounting the TV it's almost as if we've just moved in.

As an Interior Design graduate one of the things that I love most about designing a space is making an impact by one of the easiest solutions: painting! So much can be done just by adding color to a wall or to a room. Of course there are many different paint selections out there like Benjamin Moore and Bear but I must say that the one that I found to be the best so far has been Glidden.

Over the last few months I have spoken with a few moms regarding design for kids rooms and I have written a few blogs on great design tips on how to make a great modern room for boys and girls. Since doing so I have decided to paint my own sons room. I chose to do a few different hues of Glidden's blue and green and not only was I was able to make my selections using their paint samples that are available at Home Depot (I love Home Depot, if I could I'd marry it and be Mrs. Home Depot) but the samples dried much faster than other brands that I've used before.

I have moved and painted more times than Lady Gaga has outfits (yes that many) but this is my first time painting and having my son around. With him running around the house and not having availability to a babysitter I was worried about fumes and also him getting into the room and adding little design of his own into the wet paint.  Because the testers are so small I was not only able to keep it out of his reach but the containers also have a small brush included in the can, so there was no mess after I was done. What mom doesn't love convenience?

Once the room is complete I'll be sure to post the finished project for all to see (unless my boyfriend does it, then I'd have to get a professional to redo the room.)

Visit Glidden today to get inspired for your next projet!

First MITC Giveaway- Mani/Pedi Spa Treatment!

With us moms working so hard at our jobs, school and with the kids don't we deserve a little break? I think so! In honor of our hard work I have been going to many neighborhood stores to see if they will donate treats to the site such as complimentary dinners, gift certificates, spa treatments and more for us moms. And wouldn't you know it, they have agreed!

Our first Moms in the City Giveaway was given by local nail boutique Paint in Chicago. Paint is a super chic nail salon located in the heart of Lincoln Park and is owned by Micki Lee. Micki has been the proud owner of Paint for the last three years and has a number of loyal customers, many of them being cool city moms. 

As soon as you enter you notice that this is more than your average nail salon. Not only are you greeted at the door by the friendly Paint staff, but the boutique is very funky and fun consisting of brightly painted walls and chic decor.

Paint specializes in top notch services by offering all spa treatment such as manicures, pedicures, chair massages and all your waxing needs! Not only has Micki offered Chicago moms this awesome spa package but she has opened her doors for the upcoming Moms and Manicure party night in which us girls the chance to have a nice moms night out and enjoy getting pampered with a little martini and cocktail all while meeting other city moms. 

So how to you enter for such a great treat? You just have to be a member of the Moms in the City website! If you live in Chicago feel free to drop by Paint and leave your name and email! The lucky mom will not only win the mani/pedi but will also have a free babysitter (me!) while you get your treatment!

Paint is open Monday - Friday from 10-8pm, Saturday from 9-7pm and closed on Sunday.  Make sure to stay tuned to the MITC calendar for upcoming dates regarding the Moms and Manicure party and feel free to visit Paint for any spa services you might need!

Good luck!