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Sleeping Safe And Sound In A Bunk Bed

Bunk beds are a blessing for many families that have limited bedroom space. Having to double and sometimes triple the number of children in one room makes for very little extra room. Bunk Beds are the perfect solution to multiple sleeping arrangements; however, they are not without serious risks. I implore all my customers to read the guidelines and instructions for proper set up of their bunk beds.

 • Bunk beds should contain a label with the name of the manufacturer. Instructions giving the proper size and thickness of the mattress and containing specific warnings for safe use must also accompany each bunk bed set.

• Bunk beds must have at least two upper bunk guardrails, with at least one rail on each side. Lower bunks with mattress foundations that are 30 inches or less from the floor do not have to have guardrails.

• The guardrail on the side of the bed opposite the ladder must run continuously from one end of the bed to the other. If the guardrail does not attach to an end of the bed, the gap between the end of the guardrail and the nearest end of the bunk bed cannot be greater than 0.22 inches.

• A guardrail on the side of the bed with the ladder does not have to run continuously from end to end, but the distance between either end of the guardrail and the end of the bed nearest to it cannot be greater than 15 inches.

• Guardrails must be attached to the bunk bed with fasteners that you have to release to take the rails off.

 • The space between the lower edge of the guardrail and upper edge of the bed frame must be 3 1/2 inches or less.

• The tops of the guardrails must be no less than 5 inches above the top of the mattress.

• Bunk beds should not have sharp points or edges and should never be painted with lead containing paint.

• Mattresses and/or foundations resting only on ledges need fastened cross wires, or other means of support to help prevent dislodgement, even when beds are used as twin beds.

• Children 6 or under should not be permitted to sleep on upper bunk.

I am so thrilled to be able to bring these safety guidelines to my customers. The more prepared we are as parents and the more precautions we take, the safer our children will be.

And remember...Happy Child...Better World...

Totally Glamorous Celine Crib Bedding

Last week I wrote about the Celine Crib and feel I am doing it an injustice if I don't write about the matching Celine Crib Bedding. These sumptuous linens of ivory and butter cream turn this already gorgeous crib into a glamorous haven for your little one. No parent can resist crib bedding that beckons even the tiniest of sleepers. The Celine Crib Bedding delivers!

The colors of the Celine Crib Bedding are soothing and understated and will match many nursery designs from simple elegance to totally glammed out...everyone loves that!

The signature bows crafted of Dupioni Silk are eye-catching and are a prominent feature on all the pillows, the bumper pads and even the duvet cover. The matching toy bag is beautiful and functional. It is recommended that parents remove all toys, pillows, blankets, etc. from the crib prior to putting baby to sleep and at around 9 months, please remember to remove the bumper pad each night as babies could use this as a step. How easy it is to toss everything in the toy bag keeping your nursery free of strewn crib accessories. Form and function!

 

The crib skirt is 22 inches tall when the crib is at its highest mattress level (when your baby is a newborn). When you lower the crib to the 2nd level (when your baby is around 3-4 months or holding his head up),  the crib skirt will start to pool on the floor creating a chic and luxurious look. By 6 months (or when your baby is sitting up) the mattress should be at the 3rd level and the crib skirt will puddle on the floor creating a look that always reminds me of old Hollywood glamour. Yet, the fresh and contemporary style fits easily into today's modern tastes. With the delicate, matching Dupioni Silk trim on the bottom, it is simply stunning!

The fitted sheets are made from Swiss Cotton Batiste and are machine washable. The accessories with the bows of Dupioni Silk must be organic dry cleaned. As always, my products are made in America. Remember to follow all crib rules for a safe sleeping environment for your baby. The timing on when to lower your crib is very individual as each infant reaches milestones at different ages. Refer to my blog on Crib Safety.

As you consider the bedding for your nursery, take an extra moment to appreciate the Celine Crib Bedding..it may just beckon you, too!

The Very Versatile Celine Crib

I love versatility - especially when it comes to decorating. It's all about changing, adapting and  having fun!

As this is Bograd Kids' Product of the Week, I would like to tell you why the Celine Crib is the best and most versatile crib. It all comes down to customizing. Customizing a crib? I say, yes!

 

I'll start with the legs. This crib has two styles: the Turned leg and the Gabrielle leg (the Gabrielle leg is on the Tiffany Crib.) Most people prefer the Turned leg for a boy and the Gabrielle leg for a girl.

But, it doesn't stop there. The headboard and footboard can be purchased with either caning or an upholstered panel (as shown in the Tiffany Crib). Caning adds a subtle elegance. The rich detail work grabs your eye as you appreciate the design. The upholstered panels create a beautiful finished look for your nursery. You can customize the upholstery to match any fabric in your nursery or you can have it match the bedding.

The Celine Crib's cream and gold accents are luxurious and will appeal to your high end tastes while the price will appeal to your sensible budget.

 

The Celine Crib is constructed of alder wood with handmade finishes and offers 2 heights for the guardrail. No holes will be visible when changing the rails from the lower position to the high. How posh!

Made in America, the Celine Crib, and all our cribs, meet all the requirements of the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Decorating a nursery is such a joyful time. As you take care and choose the perfect items to create your perfect look, remember...have fun!

Super Cute & Cuddly!!! Steiff Did It Again...

Steiff has been in business for over 100 years and this collection of pull-along toys is one of their best products! Each animal is super cute & cuddly. The best part is they can be taken off their wheels for some extra special snuggle time :) .  This concept has been around for a long time, Steiff made their first pull-along animal in 1892. The originals were wheeled around playrooms all over Germany on cast iron wheels, axels with snaps were added later to combine childhood play with movement and playful training of juvenile motor skills.  Clearly now we are seeing how these pull-along animals have become a great toy for children being the best companions to tour the house with or explore anywhere there is something new to see or do.   

2009 Kips Bay Decorator Show House - Dorothy's Chandelier

I think that a big part of making a room Magical is the ability to capture and maintain an audience time after time. Every which way there is something new to be discovered. A great example of this is the "Wizard of Oz Dorothy's room chandelier."  Even with its substantial size, when you enter the room you are enchanted by the custom, one of a kind rug, Toto's silver leafed throne-like fabulous dog bed, the seating area, and the incredable "Wizard of Oz" doll collection. It is not until you reach the bedroom area, turn back, and realize, and I quote "look at the chandelier! It is the hot air ballon!" I love seeing people's reaction! And then they come closer...and now they can see something written on the ceiling..."there's no place like home!"...Ah............that's Magical!!!

2009 Kips Bay Decorator Show House - from Swedish Style to 1940's Retro Magic

One of the challenges was how to transform a classic Swedish style bedside table and dresser from my signature ZoyaB. Collection into 1940's Retro and making it Magical. First, I laquered it into a solid green, representing a shade of the Emerald City from the "Wizard of Oz". Then, by changing classic hardware from antique brass to playful sculptured glass knobs with silver fittings, the furniture began already it's transformation into the Modern world. But, I did not stop there, applying Silver Leaf to the feet and just by leafing one line of the bulbose, added that Modern Retro twist to it, and finally big poppy flower, purple on one bedside table, pink on the other made it Magical.

2009 Kips Bay Decorator Show House - Toto's Dog Bed

“Wizard of Oz” Toto’s dog bed is a very special rendition of ZoyaB. Signature Collection’s Cafenero Bed. Inspired by the bed that belong to a Swedish Baroness in the 18^th century, this bed, I imagined would be in the L. Frank Baum’s “Wizard of Oz” Throne Room at the Emerald City. Silver leafed and upholstered in jewel tones fabric with large buttons of every color in the room, it just going to make you smile  :-)