The baby's room is khaki color and we decided to keep it that way because it is pretty neutral and basic. We're using the Zanzibar bedding from Babies r us which I love. The giraffe is my favorite because it is totally cute. The crib is down at the moment because cousin Vera is testing out our crib when she comes to visit and she is mobile! The bumper is in the crib for my enjoyment. Don't worry...I know we aren't supposed to use it!
Check out all the great toys and books...all from yard sales. We have gotten some great things! We bought the glider from a lady on Craigslist for $30
We're keeping the futon in the room at the moment. Right now it is our only place for guests to sleep and we figure it will be nice for "family time" (reading together, etc. :) We got the very cool stringless blinds buy one get one free from JCPenney.
The changing table and hutch and dresser are super nice, very sturdy furniture. We got them with the crib from a family on Craigslist. We did heed the warnings from some about buying a used crib. But we checked the recalls and the crib came with the original manual. We've checked it thoroughly to make sure all the parts are there and will check again before she is born. We got a great deal on the set...I think a total of $425 and it is in perfect condition, Italian furniture. I haven't decided on the TV yet. For sure it won't be in her room when she is a little older but I've had a few mom's tell me it may be nice for the early sleepless nights.
So it really is almost there. I want to get the carpets cleaned in the next few weeks and we are working on a few details. I have had so much fun finding deals on everything to put this room together. We have so many pieces of the Zanzibar set (lamp, curtains, valences, diaper stackers, etc) but we didn't buy anything new. I have bought all of it from craigslist or the consignment shop. We actually have a few extra valences which I'm going to make into wall hangings or maybe use to make basket liners, etc.
It is so much fun getting ready for her!!!
2 comments:
Thanks for the pictures of the room. You really are getting it all together for the January arrival! More books that the girls have outgrown were mailed book rate today. Watch for them.
Hey Jason and Katie!
I hope you both are enjoying the new baby...
Samantha :)
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