The Best Ways to Create a Soothing, Stylish Nursery
Decorating your baby's nursery can be one of the most exciting parts of preparing for your new bundle of joy. Not only will your little one be spending a lot of time in his new digs, but you will be too. Here are our tips for creating a beautiful nursery space that's both stylish and soothing
Originally published October, 2009
Make it Personal
Smart shopping will net you a one-of-a-kind nursery look.
Some tips:
Shop around and nix the matchy-matchy approach. You want your individual style to shine through, right? Pair quirky or trendy pieces – such as the restored dresser in our story, which came from Honeybunch Homestore for Kids – with basics from big retailers like Sears, IKEA or The Home Depot. Buy online and save your precious weekend shopping time for squeal-inducing blankies that even your child-free girlfriends will love shopping for.
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By Yuki Hayashi
Photo by Stacey Brandford







