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Pimp Your Crib: Number Art Adds Up

LilSugar — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 04:06:27 -0700

While some mamas opt for the ABCs when decorating their lil one's lair, others are more mathematically inclined. Like its alpha counterpart, number wall art is available in enough color and design options that both those with traditional and modern tastes have a variety to choose from. This colorful numbers print ($45) from Calobee is just one of our favorite numerical designs for the nursery. Check out the slideshow for nine more and show off the sweet lil nursery you just decorated to the nines by joining our Revamping Baby's Room group over in the LilSugar Community!

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Pimp Your Crib: Lighting For Baby's Nursery

babysugar — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 06:00:20 -0700

God said, "Let there be light," but he didn't say it had to be a high voltage fluorescent one beaming from a heinous fixture in baby's room. One of the easiest ways to quickly improve the state of a nursery is to install a new light fixture. With all of the options floating around, you can't go wrong. There's one to fit every style and budget.

Simple: For a room that has details in every nook and cranny, it's nice to keep the lighting simple with a pendant lamp from Serena and Lily ($169).
Modern: If baby's room has the Ouef crib and she's rollin' in the Orbit stroller. Keeping with the modern theme. Design Within Reach ($300) has a balloon fixture that will complement baby's style.
Classic: If you're more the MacLaren type with gingham bedding, you might like a chandelier that passes the test of time from Pottery Barn Kids ($129). You can buy the different shades ($9) to match it up to the rest of your decor.
Funky Cool: For those who have created a wicked cool nursery and don't mind throwing some cash towards the glow, invest in the sweet Anthropologie Bird chandelier ($798). We know it's a hefty price to pay but those lil birds are heavenly.
Luxurious: Melania Trump's nursery made you all a flutter. If you crave Baron's style with gold gilded angels and drapes touching the ground, luxury is your middle name. Your prince or princess deserves the best with a Bellacor antique style lamp ($461).

If you know someone handy, they might be able to install it for you. If not, don't fret - most electricians can install a light fixture in no time. Pretty soon your (I mean baby's) nursery will look like the dreamland you always imagined.

Five Unusual Ways to Show Off Your Ultrasound

LilSugar — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:00:10 -0700

An ultrasound provides an exciting glimpse of your growing baby and while some parents-to-be stow the image away for safekeeping, others opt to do something a little more creative with their baby's first picture. If you're ready to go beyond the classic frame route, check out a few unusual and modern gifts and ideas for showing off your ultrasound.

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Serena and Lily Bring the Swank to Everyone

babysugar — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 04:00:17 -0700

Mamas who want to spoil their wee ones rotten should be introduced to the fabulous interiors of Serena and Lily. The ladies who started out designing crib bumpers and bed skirts have added onto their nursery collection, and like their original audience, are creeping into the master bedroom. For a pretty penny, the Sausalito based bedding company has made living in the lap of luxury attainable for mamas, papas, and youngsters. Check out the gorgeous guestrooms and vibrant, youthful bedrooms in the gallery below and tell us which one suits your fancy best.

To see the rest of the bedrooms, read more.

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Pimp Your Crib: The Ultimate Firehouse Sleeping Quarters

LilSugar — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 04:00:16 -0700

Looking to create a red-hot room? Take note from the premiere of Hank, which featured a cool fire engine bed that would have most kids begging to be sent to their rooms! At the centerpiece of the room, the bright frame stood out from the traditional furniture that surrounded it. Just as it caught ours, a frame like this is sure to catch the eye of any aspiring lil firefighter.

We've rounded up some of the best fire engine beds out there to serve as a starting point for creating the ultimate fire station room. Check them out below.

Photo courtesy of ABC

Time to Turn That Guest Bedroom Into a Nursery!

babysugar — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:00:08 -0700

When baby makes three, it's time to take that extra bedroom in the house and convert it into a darling nursery. To kick off our nursery makeovers, I'm dishing on how I turned my scary old guest bedroom into a nursery with the hopes you will share yours with us, too! Join our Revamping Baby's Room group over in the LilSugar community and share your before and after pictures. Your room and style could be featured on the site.

To see the room and all of the improvements I made, just read more.

During my first pregnancy, I paid attention to every detail to ensure she and I would both enjoy every moment in her abode. I chose to paint stripes in a gender-neutral green and decorated around that. I picked a white matelasse bedding with sage scalloped trimming and matching gingham sheets for her white crib. I mixed up the prints a bit with a toile glider that just so happened to have gingham piping, too. I picked up the bookcase at an antique flea market, painted it white, and replaced the knob with a delicate bird-adorned pull I scored from Anthropologie. And instead of spending a mini fortune on wall art, I painted a few animals and framed them with yellow gingham paper and white frames from IKEA. The final touch was hanging the gifted hot air balloon in the corner for my baby to gaze at as she lay on the changing table.

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Pimp Your Crib: Animal-Inspired Modern Room Decor

LilSugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 04:00:57 -0700

It's alive! Bringing the outdoors inside when designing a tot's room does not necessarily have to involve cute and cuddly farm animals. Thanks to the wonders of modern design, there are plenty of options for parents looking for something a bit more contemporary than previous generations. We've rounded up some of the most inspiring animalistic pieces that will help transform a blank nursery canvas into a furry-friendly lair.

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Pimp Your Crib: Dreamy Nursery Designs and Inspiration

LilSugar — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:00:28 -0700

Every impending parent wants to set up a cozy nest that will be ready to welcome their newborn once he or she arrives. While the fabulous lair caters to the lil bundle of joy, the mama and papa are usually responsible for the nursery design. Whether you plan to raise your wee one with fancy fabrics or a low-key look, we've got options. Before you head out to peruse paint chips and crib sheets, check out our selections for inspiration.

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Show off that sweet lil nursery you just decorated to the nines! Join our Revamping Baby's Room group over on the LilSugar community and share your before and after pics. Your room and style could be featured on the site.

It's a Pirate's Bedroom For Lil Boys and Girls!

LilSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:00:00 -0700

Ahoy matey! If your lil swashbuckler is begging for his room to be turned into a pirate-themed hideaway, there's a lot of bedroom booty out there. Give your small fry the ship and sail with an extraordinary bed or simply stick to accessories to bring the sea theme to shore.

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Tired of Wrestling the Crib Mattress, Try These Alternatives

LilSugar — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:00:20 -0700

Mamas-to-be spend months choosing crib ensembles for their little bundles of joy. Thirty percent of LilSugar readers still buy bumpers to complete the look despite how controversial they've become. The crib sheet is a staple for even the bare bones parents who have stripped their kiddos' cribs down to just necessities. The coverlet provides an essential barrier between a wee one and their mattress. But because safe mattresses fit snug in crib frames, many moms find themselves wrestling the cushion when it's time to change the linens. The Clouds and Stars' QuickZip Crib Sheet ($35) is one product that eliminates the amount of mompower the task takes. The sheet's base stays put on the mattress while the top zips off for easy cleaning.

Do you have any quick solutions for changing a crib sheet?