The Nursery

So it’s been a while. It’s so cute how I start my year with such determination. I really set some major goals with this blog and it’s taken a backseat to our everyday life. But I can deal.

We just got a new big boy bed for Owen. Owen sleeping in his crib was a huge battle. He wanted to sleep with mom & dad instead of his own bed. I have learned that 2 am Lexy has zero will power as opposed to 8 pm or 10 pm Lexy. Most nights I’d give up and allow him into our bed. I had an early day at work the next morning and I chose to be rested and crammed in our bed over groggy with space. Yes, I’m one of those moms. I’m picky with choosing my battles.

We got a good deal on a garage sale find. A Thomas the Tank Engine toddler bed in great condition. Thomas is huge in our household right now. I always thought I’d have cute kid furniture with cute bedding. I wouldn’t cave and get the cheesy character stuff. That was before I realized how much I love sleep.

This Thomas bed has been a saving grace. We really hyped it up and made a big deal in front of Owen to emphasize the big boy aspect. He’s so proud of himself sleeping by himself in his own bed. While I’m so excited about this new stage and watching him develop, I can’t help but miss that little bundle I had but just shy of two years ago.

As we packed up his crib I wanted to post pictures of his nursery. I caught major nesting bug when I was pregnant. I loved imagining what my boy was going to be like while decorating a room to call his own.

This dresser was my grandparent's. My mom & I painted it using homemade chalk paint. I added the new knobs to give it a more playful look. 

I made the quilt and matching pillow. Maybe when I get more comfortable I will do a tutorial.