INTERIOR DESIGN AND FURNITURE GUIDE

BABY FURNITURE IDEAS

Gone Fishing

June 30th, 2010

I’m actually not going fishing. While I love the idea of being out on the water in a boat with a fishing rod and a cooler of iced beverages, I have to in all honesty admit I simply don’t have the patience for the sport. But I am however, as of July, traveling around the country visiting family and friends for the remainder of the summer.

Since August of 2009, I have had a lot of fun blogging about a variety of parenting issues, baby furniture and baby gear products before finding a focus that really made me happy - sharing my boy nursery ideas and girl nursery decorating themes.  During the course of my baby blogging adventures, I had some help from personal friends and fellow bloggers: Emily, Krista, Vicky and Lisa, thanks for your all of your help, enthusiasm, input and encouragement. It is appreciated.

Hopefully I will back in the fall with more great décor tips and nursery design ideas. Until then, I hope all of you out there, along with your wonderful families, have a terrific summer.

~ Baby Furniture and Design Ideas

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Chocolate Dreams for a Baby Girl

February 15th, 2010

Chocolate cake with pink icing or strawberries dipped in chocolate or chocolate mousse paired with raspberry parfait – there is no denying that chocolate, espresso or other rich browns go well with any shade of pink, pastel or bold. By choosing contemporary style baby furniture with clean lines and a rich chocolate finish paired with a pink color scheme, you can create a delicious nursery that will be both functional and beautiful to look at.

Pink Palette

Our color palette (from Behr) will of course be pink. Deeper tones will make the chocolate colors in the nursery appear richer.

When designing a nursery, your immediate baby furniture requirements:

  • a crib
  • crib bedding
  • a changing table
  • a rocker, armchair or other type of comfy chair such as a recliner
  • clothing storage such as a dresser, a chest of drawers and/or an armoire

The Babyletto Newhaven Pine Wood 4-in-1 Convertible Canopy Crib Set in Dark Chocolate displays perfect contemporary style. It has the added appeal of being a canopy crib, allowing you to customize it with pink or chocolate draperies to create a unique, warm and intimate environment for your baby girl. Because it comes with a changing table/dresser combo, it will also be kinder to your budget.

The Go Mama Go Designs Wonder Bumpers Pink & Chocolate 38 Pack is intended to fit cribs with the standard number of rails, both round and flat up to 3 inches in diameter or width. Instead of regular, rectangular bumper panels these soft, malleable vertical bumpers are designed to increase air flow, keeping baby more comfortable and the bedding a little fresher. The Go Mama Go Designs Pink & Chocolate Collection includes a bed sheet, blanket and chocolate dust ruffle.

Having a comfortable and snug place to sit while you feed your child is important. The Dutailier The Comfort Recliner Adagio Prestige Glider will also make a great story time chair. If she doesn’t want it in her room as she grows older, it’s one of those armchairs that you can always find room for in another part of your home.

While you want the nursery to be pretty, it must be practical as well. Give careful thought to how to incorporate storage solutions to the room that will grow with your child. Anything with drawers like the South Shore Furniture Back Bay Dark Chocolate Double Dresser or the South Shore Furniture Back Bay Dark Chocolate Wardrobe Armoire automatically adds functionality to any living space.

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A Red Themed Baby Girl Nursery

February 3rd, 2010

What could be more perfect to welcome your little bundle of joy than creating a Valentine themed nursery that will share the love all year round? While red is such a vibrant color that brightens up a room, it should be “grounded” by other warmer colors to prevent it from being overpowering. A red or heart motif for a baby nursery will celebrate the love you have for your new born in a new and exciting way.

Color One Wall Red

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To bring out the rich tones of the baby furniture, warm toned earthy shades will be the perfect canvas. Pick one wall to be the focus of the nursery and paint it a red accent color.

The Tulip Pod Sleigh Crib in Espresso has an impressive modern style that is positively eye-catching. The beautiful rich dark wood finish only enhances the gently tapered lines. It’s not just beautiful to look at; this versatile crib can be converted to a toddler bed and when finally needed, into a double. Technically this baby bed could take her from crib to college. The shapes and profiles of the Tulip Pod Collection are truly inspiring. The Tulip Pod Swivel Bookcase in Espresso and the Tulip Pod Armoire in Espresso are clean and concise, with sleek metal handles and feet that are the ultimate modern style decorative accents.

Choose solid red crib bedding or patterned crib bedding featuring hearts or red roses. Another option is to select something like the Caden Lane Classic Neutral Carey Baby Crib Bedding Set that introduces other colors into the design, as well as adding texture with a mix of stripes, dots and solid colors. No matter which option you choose, select curtains and an area rug that will match or complement the shade of red in the crib bedding.

The Fun Rugs Fun Time Shape Medium Pile Red Heart Rug is the must-have finishing touch. It adds just the right touch of whimsy to the room’s design and makes the lovely Tulip Pod baby furniture appear richer (if that’s possible).

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Traditional Romance for a Baby Nursery

January 27th, 2010

A romantic theme for a baby nursery is the perfect “excuse” to bring out the pastels, lace and flowers. Starting with traditional style baby furniture, the emphasis is on frills, curves, soft textured fabrics and floral motifs, especially roses. Murals, borders and stencils can include dreamy images like cherubs, trellises and hearts. Focus on creating a space that is layered and feminine, one both you and your baby girl can “sink” into.

Pink Baby Palette

Choose colors (from Benjamin Moore) that whisper pink rather than shout. The wall color sets the mood, and especially for a romantic themed nursery, you will want to select a gentle shade. Ditto for wallpaper; patterns should be pastel as well, with smaller sized designs.

The focal point of the nursery is of course the crib. The Natart Verona Classic Crib in French White and Silver couldn’t be more traditional in style or design. It has cabriole legs, decorative molding and a scalloped apron. The crib even includes a floral motif carving.

The Bratt Decor Chelsea Double Dresser/Changer in Antique Silver certainly meets all of the romantic requirements. The scrolled metal accents that include a leaf motif on the drawer fronts combined with scrolled feet make this change table/dresser beautiful to look at while giving it just a touch of whimsy.

BeBe Chic Angelica 3-Piece Baby Crib Bedding Set

Choose crib bedding that will be as soft and romantic as the décor. The BeBe Chic Angelica 3-Piece Baby Crib Bedding Set really brings a cohesive look to the other elements in the room.

You will need someplace comfortable to sit when feeding baby. The Klaussner Furniture Mahogany High Leg Reclining Chair is unabashedly romantic. It will also be a chair you can move to another room in your home when it’s no longer needed in the nursery.

For convenience sake and added functionality, put a traditional style end table beside it. The Cooper Classics Camden Cottage White Lamp Table is the perfect place to put the Mary Kate and Ashley Rosavita Table Lamp.

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Flower Power for a Baby Girl

January 15th, 2010

A popular theme for a girl’s nursery is flower power, the brighter the better. With its garden theme, you can add ladybugs, butterflies, and of course, plenty of flowers. Murals, borders and stencils can include fun images like rainbows, watering cans and song birds. Designing a nursery for your new baby girl and picking out floral-themed accessories is a great way to focus on the newest addition to the family.

Start with Color

Pink Palette

The palette of pinks from Sherwin-Williams was selected with a choice of four crib bedding sets in mind, two bold and the other two pastel.

Select Furniture for your Nursery

The basic nursery furniture pieces you will need are a crib and crib mattress, a changing table and a dresser.

The delightful DaVinci Emily Mini 2-in-1 Convertible Baby Crib in Cherry is ideal for decorating a nursery that might be short on space. If you’re into planning ahead, this crib can be converted into a twin size bed.

The DaVinci Jenny Lind Wood Changing Table in Pink complements the crib, while adding a whimsical “garden” element into the room.

You will never have enough room for stuff and other miscellaneous treasures. The Stork Craft Beatrice Combo Tower in Cherry includes a built-in storage cabinet. This dresser can also function as a change table by just adding your own changing pad.

Flower Power Crib Bedding

Choose crib bedding that has a bright and bold pattern or a soft and pastel design. It’s a matter of what you prefer, as well, since you will be spending almost as much time in the nursery as baby. Don’t forget, that all the crib bedding selections will match or complement the above pink color palette.

Our first “bold” choice is the Cotton Tale Lizzie 4-Piece Baby Crib Bedding Set. It really does have a “flower power” attitude.

The second bold crib bedding set is the Kathy Ireland Home by Thank You Baby The Sweetie Carnival Bloom Complete Nursery Set. The colors pop, while combining stripes and florals create texture, adding visual interest.

The Cotton Tale Poppy 4-Piece Baby Crib Bedding Set is has softer pinks and is more neutral in tone.

The Kathy Ireland by Thank You Baby Forever Blossoms Complete Nursery Bedding Set is a happy mix of a bold pattern paired with pastel shades.

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