Everyone knows that setting up baby's nursery can be expensive. Before you start buying furniture, bedding and accessories, make a plan for baby's nursery and try to stick to it. You’ve got to consider how long you'll really use the nursery furniture or accessories. If you think they'll be in storage in couple of years, it may help you cut pricier items from your must-haves list. These budget nursery tips will help you find ways to save money on baby's nursery without sacrificing comfort and style.
Saving Money on Cribs & Mattresses
A stunning crib can be a focal point for a nursery, so it's tempting to buy the first expensive one you fall in love with, right? The crib can be a great place to start saving money, too. There are plenty of budget-friendly options for new, attractive cribs. As long as the crib is sturdy and safe, your baby will sleep just fine in it. An inexpensive new crib is a better choice than a used crib, since re-assembling old cribs can lead to safety issues, and crib hardware can wear out over time. Crib mattresses are also a great place to save money; since spending more doesn't buy you more feature.
Saving Money on Other Nursery Furniture
The full set of gorgeous nursery furniture is tempting, but honestly it’s not necessary to purchase the complete sets. Those tiny baby clothes will store just as easily in a less expensive dresser, or in baskets or bins in the closet or under the crib. You can also add a changing pad on top of a dresser. This option is much cheaper than purchasing a separate changing table. If you want to skip the changing table entirely you can stock a cute basket with diapering supplies and a waterproof changing pad. A rocking chair or glider is nice to have if there's room in the budget, and may be one piece to splurge on so you can get a sturdy one.
Saving Money on Nursery Bedding
If you’re looking to save on Baby Bedding, you can check out our collection of Baby Bedding at our online store. We offer competitive quality and prices with our Baby Bedding. Make sure to check out our entire collection of My Blankee Baby Blankets as well!
Saving Money on Nursery Walls
You may be full of ideas when it comes to your new baby nursery, so starting out with a blank slate is always a good option. When it comes to wall coverings, though, you can make a big visual impact without spending much money. A fresh coat of paint isn't expensive, and can give the nursery the serene or cheerful look you want. Also, if you'd like to work on a theme, wallpaper borders can be an inexpensive place to start. Even murals are within reach of most budgets if you can transfer sketches to the wall and fill them in. Some of the most amazing murals I've seen in kids' rooms were done on the cheap by parents.
Saving Money on Nursery Themes
Here at My Blankee we offer a variety of prints and patterns to match your baby’s nursery theme. Once you decide on a theme, look for just a few special accessories for the nursery, such as lamps, rugs or wall art, that convey the theme. If you can't find something inexpensive, try making your own artwork, or purchase some stencils and transform an inexpensive lamp into a themed one. Be creative, and remember that your home will seem to overflow with baby and toddler gear in no time. You may decide to enjoy a minimalist nursery while you can!
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