Feng Shui Nursery Decorating

Nothing is more fun for expecting parents than setting up the nursery!  But how can you ensure that the first bedroom your baby will live in is the best one you can make for him? Feng Shui decor can do a lot for your baby.  This 3000 year-old interior decorating style originated in China to ensure that energy flowed properly in the home.  Feng Shui literally means “wind water” in Chinese and its practitioners believe that in order for energy to flow freely, the space must be arranged in a certain way.  Feng shui nursery decorating can give your child a healthy and relaxing space to grow and develop. Feng shui has a lot of principles and many people consult experts to get professional advice.  But if you want to add some zen to your nursery decor and incorporate feng shui principles on your own, here are seven basic guidelines. 1. Consider the location of the nursery in the house Many people don’t have many options when it comes to which room in their home….Read the Rest of this Decor Idea

Nursery Room Decor

Coming up with adorable nursery room decor ideas can be a lot of fun given the wide range of accessories you have to experiment with.  Starting from scratch gives you the most options, so to begin, start by getting a feel for the shape of the room and the focal point when you walk in. Where is the light entering from? In general, having natural light in the nursery is important for softening the colors of the room and creates an overall feeling of openess and air. Once you have a feel for the room, probably the most important element of nursery room decor is choosing your color scheme and painting the room (or using wallpaper). Colors have profound effects on mood and should be chosen wisely. After painting the room, the next step is to choose a crib style. There are 3 basic crib styles: standard, round, and convertible. Within these style groups, you can find crips made from wood or metal with innovative design additions to make them more comfortable and practical. Traditional,….Read the Rest of this Decor Idea