Nathan and I didn't want a cookie cutter nursery. We wanted something fun, imaginative, semi-gender neutral and able to transcend from baby to toddler.
What do you think?!
We added lots of personal touches! I made the crib bedding (nope, I had no previous sewing experience, but it's amazing what you can learn from podcasts and other online tutorials!). I combined several tutorials and applied a "figure it out as you go" method. The results: not too shabby!
Nathan made a frame out of wall molding for our National Geographic map, and then nailed it directly to the wall. Hanging artwork above the crib could be dangerous if it's not secured, so we decided that a taped poster and a completely secured "frame" was the best solution.
Another first: using a miter box/saw. Like sewing for me, this was Nathan's big project. The results: not too shabby
We searched and searched for the perfect functional art before we stumbled on the most adorable vinyl Hooting Owl Growth Chart. Ironically, all of the pieces of the wall vinyl were delivered except for the growth chart! Thankfully, the seller is committed to happy customers and has the growth chart on the way!
We were also gifted an awesome Pottery Barn-esque changing table, which was made by Nathan's friend, Shane. (Yes, he really did make it...Shane's something of a modern day craftsman!) Then, Nathan's dad applied a quick coat of espresso paint so it would match the room, while I made some new basket liners that complemented our color scheme...and voilà, it became the perfect addition to our nursery!
Another first: using a miter box/saw. Like sewing for me, this was Nathan's big project. The results: not too shabby
We searched and searched for the perfect functional art before we stumbled on the most adorable vinyl Hooting Owl Growth Chart. Ironically, all of the pieces of the wall vinyl were delivered except for the growth chart! Thankfully, the seller is committed to happy customers and has the growth chart on the way!
We were also gifted an awesome Pottery Barn-esque changing table, which was made by Nathan's friend, Shane. (Yes, he really did make it...Shane's something of a modern day craftsman!) Then, Nathan's dad applied a quick coat of espresso paint so it would match the room, while I made some new basket liners that complemented our color scheme...and voilà, it became the perfect addition to our nursery!
Here's a closer look at the Hooting Owl {sans} Growth Chart.
And here's a closer look at my first sewing project! I used this podcast to make the basket liners without a pattern. Worked perfectly!
Braeden has received several adorable stuffed animals and tons of books, but perhaps the most exciting gifts were the 4 animal paintings that we received from Nathan's brother, Jeremy. The monkey, octopus, elephant and lion couldn't be any more perfect! Thanks, Jeremy!
When the "final" details are added (old family photos, the growth chart and a mobile or two), we'll be sure to update the photos. For now, we hope you enjoyed the unveiling of Braeden's little nursery!
When the "final" details are added (old family photos, the growth chart and a mobile or two), we'll be sure to update the photos. For now, we hope you enjoyed the unveiling of Braeden's little nursery!
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