The Leander collection is very modern, with its unique oval shape. While considered to be high-end, the crib comes with an innerspring mattress that has interior pocket springs and a mattress cover made of environmentally friendly cotton for improved comfort and ventilation.

The Lola collection combines clean lines and a smart looking two-tone finish with a whimsical pansy motif.

Designed with being kinder to the environment (and babies) in mind, the Panda collection uses engineered wood and finishes that are formaldehyde-free in addition to bamboo veneers. Corners are rounded; lines flow. Oversized bun feet, a classic traditional or transitional decorative element, only serve to emphasize this collection’s thoroughly contemporary nature.

The Piccolo collection reflects an upscale urban lifestyle that is also crafted from environmentally friendly materials.

With its ultra-modern vibe the Pod collection is also has an inviting and restful contemporary appearance. Brushed stainless pulls and feet say modern but the rich espresso finish warms up these stylish furniture pieces nicely.

Tulip first appeared on the baby furniture scene in 2008. Natart Juvenile, the parent company of Tulip, is an eco-friendly company, manufacturing safe and beautiful furniture for infants and toddlers.

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One of the quickest (and cheapest) ways to decorate a room is to paint. If the nursery is to be your child’s permanent room and you don’t want to have to paint in again within the next three to five years, choose a color that will grow with your child. Use versatile colors. When designing a gender-neutral nursery, select colors like the ones shown here from Sherwin-Williams. If you know whether you are expecting a boy or a girl, you can opt for the more traditional colors like blue or pink.

One of the cheapest ways to dress up a room is to paint. And it can make such a big difference! If you want the design to grow with your child, don’t choose anything too babyish. This is especially true for boys. For my son’s room, I chose a patriot red, white, and blue theme. Not only can I use these same colors in my son’s room for years to come, but some of the things I’ve bought to decorate with would also work well in a little girl’s room if later we have a girl.

Most of your budget will be spent on furniture, since it tends to be the most expensive component of decorating a nursery. Measure the room to give you an exact idea of the how much space you have to work with. Knowing the size of the nursery will help you to prioritize what you need in order to make it all fit.

The crib is the focal point of the room. Shop around for a crib that you like and is affordable. You’ll be able to find one under $100.00. The Dream On Me Bethany 2-in-1 Crib in Espresso has simple lines that can be adapted to a number of décor styles including contemporary and country. A great way to stretch your baby furniture dollars is to buy multipurpose furniture like the crib that can be converted to a toddler bed.

The same principle applies to changing tables. Particularly if your on a budget, you might think you’ll just make do with any flat surface like the couch or the floor. But a change table that can also be used as a dresser will be worth it in the long run, because it saves unnecessary stooping or bending yourself into an uncomfortable position. The Berg Furniture Oslo Three Drawer Dresser and Changing Table is designed to work as both a change table and a dresser.

Many of us on a budget immediately think of combing the second hand stores for those treasures we need for bargain prices. However, it is not recommended when buying a crib or a crib mattress. Because technologies and standards are constantly changing, for safety’s sake and other health considerations, plan on purchasing brand new items. When you buy new, you can register the products and should there be any recalls, notices or product updates you should know about, the manufacturer will contact you. If you do find a second hand bargain you just can’t refuse, make sure that the crib you are purchasing meets all current safety standards.

For those expecting parents who opt not to know the gender of their child or for parents who would like to decorate the nursery in a gender-specific way, the Dream On Me Alphabet Animals 4-Piece Baby Crib Bedding Set will be an ideal choice. Especially if you intend on choosing a theme, the crib bedding pattern in a good place to start. This crib bedding set offers a number of theme options, including the alphabet, jungle animals, frogs and pets.

Once you have the basics – crib, crib bedding, crib mattress and a changing table – you can spend the remainder of your budget on accessorizing. It doesn’t have to cost much: stencil your baby’s name on the wall the crib will be placed; add an ABCs border to the walls of the room; create your own wall art from a collage of animal postcards in mat frames made from white or black cardboard. Seek out bargains at a lighting store for an animal or alphabet themed lamp. If you’re a sewer or you know someone who is, fabric ends can be great potential sources of economical curtains or another type of creative window treatment.

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Since most little astronauts are on the cutting edge of technology, modern style or contemporary style with extremely crisp lines will be a good choice for baby furniture in an outer space themed room. The Nurseryworks Lawson-Fenning Aerial 3-in-1 White Baby Crib would be an excellent choice for several reasons. Not only does it have a modern/contemporary design, the overall look of the crib, including the pattern of the end panels, can be customized.

And nothing looks more space-age than the matching dresser and change table. Both the Nurseryworks Lawson-Fenning Three Wide Baby Dresser and the Nurseryworks Lawson-Fenning Two Wide Baby Changing Table can also be customized to your specific requirements.

Pick a crib bedding set to complement the fabulous colors of the colors of the outer space theme depicted in the Olive Kids Out of This World Drapes and Valance.

Tie in the window treatment to the floor with the Fun Rugs Fun Time Shape High Pile Moon & Stars Rug. The colors are perfect.

Now for the out-of-this-world finishing touch. The ELK Lighting Novelty Lightshow Pendant will send baby boy off to sleepy land in style.

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When choosing baby furniture for a gender neutral nursery, the Stokke crib is a perfect place to start. With its smart contemporary style and elegant oval shape, Stokke cribs are designed to provide a safe and comfortable sleeping environment for a baby. They are also designed to grow with the child until he or she turns seven (or thereabouts). A Stokke crib can be converted from a crib to a toddler’s bed to two chairs (with additional parts purchased separately), which makes it extremely versatile in addition to being a wise investment.

Each Stokke crib is constructed of cultivated beechwood from a sustainable forest, making it a strong, solid, durable and environmentally-friendly product. Because of the unique design and shape of the crib, Stokke offers two types of crib mattresses, both foam and organic mattresses that are made to fit. They also offer crib bedding in a select number of colors and patterns – everything you need to make your baby’s crib comfy and cozy.

Gender neutral colors include yellows and greens, as well as neutral colors such as beige, white, cream and earth tones like taupe, sage and umber. For accent colors, simply select deeper shades or complementary tones of the main color you have chosen for the nursery walls. To make the room visually interesting, select two complementary colors, one light and the other bold, separating them with decorative molding or wallpaper border depicting the theme you selected.

Once the walls have been painted and the furniture arranged to your liking, you can reserve the right to accessorize to your heart’s content. Everything from lamps to wall art to area rugs and window treatments are available in patterns and colors that will be ideal for a unisex nursery featuring a beautiful Stokke crib.

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Not only because this is a boy’s room, I’ve chosen to start with blue because it is a versatile color that will be a perfect backdrop for our zoo animals. From deep blue to softer shades, this range of blues (from Benjamin Moore) also matches the area rug and the bedding selected to produce our zoo themed toddler’s room.

The Dream On Me Jenny Lind Toddler Bed in Cherry, while it does include decorative elements, can actually be used for a boy’s or girl’s room. While the bed isn’t specifically zoo-theme related, the turned spindles of the headboard and footboard, combined with the side rails create the illusion of the “bars” of the lion’s or monkey’s cage.

The room is designed with replacing the bed in mind. When your son is ready for a twin bed, you won’t have to redecorate all over again. The same principle applies to the bedding. When you no longer need the toddler bed and the crib bedding it uses like the BeBe Chic Monkey Business Collection Baby Crib Bedding Set, you can upgrade to twin bedding then.

A nightstand and dresser makes the room more functional with drawers and shelving space. The nightstand is also an ideal place to put a lamp, a book or other boy treasures, while the dresser is a must-have furniture piece for clothes and accessories. The Young America by Stanley GenAmerica Merlot Single Drawer Nightstand and the Young America by Stanley GenAmerica Merlot Single Dresser are good choices for a room designed to grow with him.

The area rug, featuring primary colors which are always a plus in a child’s room, ties everything together. The Fun Rugs California Kids Carved Zoo Kee Doo Rug makes the room warm and inviting, enhancing the wall palette and complementing the colors of the bedding.

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