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Speaking to PEOPLE about her “super functional and really beautiful” nursery, which she designed in partnership withCrate & Kids, the actress shares some of her favorite parts of the space and opens up about her creative process.
Annable, who welcomed daughter Andersen “Andi” Lee with her husband,Brothers & SistersstarDave Annable,in October, says she “wanted the nursery to feel like an extension of my home and to feel very cohesive with the colors and the whole vibe,” which is why she stuck with a neutral color scheme.
“I love raw woods and creams, and I really did want to bring in a version of pink, like a soft pink,” adds the actress, 37.
Annable, who is also mom to 7-year-old daughter Charlie, explains that she wanted the room to feel functional while still fitting the aesthetic.
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“We built all of the pieces to complement the crib. There’s thisglider and swivel, which is so beautiful, and so comfortable. Theottomancomes with extra storage,” she says. “Any kind of extra storage that you can have in a room to shove stuffed animals or extra blankets or whatever is also really nice.”
“It’s all around a win,” she adds.
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“She loves being a sister so much,” Annable adds, going on to praise Charlie for being mommy’s little helper.
“Charlie really has great instincts. She grabs the pacifier whenever she’s crying. She rocks her. She’s really taken on this maternal role,” Annable continues. “And I think it’s really important for Charlie because it’s given her a lot of purpose.”
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“She’s a joy,” says Annable. “She’s an old soul. She’s really happy and we’re grateful.”
Annable also commends her actor husband Dave, 43, for being a “fantastic father” to their girls.
“He really loves it. He’s just a natural,” she says. “He’s a big helper. It’s important for me specifically to have a partner like that.”
source: people.com
