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A 4-step Plan For Decorating The Baby Nursery
By Dee Marie, Fri Dec 9th
With all the excitement that having a new baby brings, manyparents fret over the decorating of baby's room. But it does notneed to be a stressful event. It can be a fun task for everyoneby just following a simple 4-step plan. 1. Choose the color and theme of the room. While it may soundeasy, it can difficult to decide which shade of blue or pink. Doyou want something really bright or a more muted shade? Ifpainting the walls in the baby nursery is not an option, thenyou will need to take into account the existing wall and floorcolor and pick something that coordinates or blends well. Afloor rug can be used to cover existing carpeting and you couldput up a wall border to rev up a dull wall color. If you do nothave a specific color in mind, then look at the different babynursery themes which will then determine the room's color!Browse baby catalogs and magazines or visit a local store withbaby crib bedding and furniture displays. Some very popularthemes now include animals, the farm, garden, moon and stars,and of course all the character-based themes. I used a Noah'sArk theme for my baby's room with a rainbow of colors. It wasbright and engaging and she just loved it! 2. Decide on which furniture is needed. Basic furniture needsinclude a crib, dresser, and a rocking or gliding chair. You maywish to purchase a changing table or a convertible dresser.Cribs
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3. Now that you have chosen the color or theme of baby's roomand the furniture, you are ready to decide on the beddingelements. A 3-piece crib bedding set typically includes a quiltor comforter, crib bumper, and a sheet. You will usually need topurchase at least one other sheet set which can be either amatching or a coordinating solid sheet. need a lot ofsheet changes! 4. Accessories and coordinates are decor items that really putthe finishing touches on the baby nursery. Choose accessoriessuch as a nursery lamp or crib mobile, wall accessories, diaperstacker, or night light. You may want to place a few shelves onthe walls. If you've chosen a theme-based room, you can findmatching decor elements that make decorating baby's room abreeze. Now that you've made your choices in color and theme, furniture,crib bedding, and accessories, be sure to register at a babyregistry so that friends and family may help make your planscome true! About the author:Dee Marie is a freelance writer who enjoys decorating. Visit Mary's Mall forproducts for baby's room.
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