The nursery

I meant to post these pictures a long time ago and just never got around to it.

For the nursery we wanted to stay away from the influence of Disney and the gender bias of sports and trucks.  We finally found a theme called "Ahoy Mate" at Babies R Us which celebrated sailboats and monkeys - two things that, to me, symbolize relaxation and fun!  We registered for things within that theme (this was the easy part thanks to our family and friends!) and made a few decorations to go along with it.

I created a simple sailboat painting on canvas with acrylics, puffy paint and different fabrics for the sails.  It's not exactly Monet; I'm hoping Nathan just appreciates the effort.

Next, I decided that a big whimsical palm tree would compliment the theme nicely and add a bit of interest to the room.  We built the trunk out of PVC piping and carpet padding which we stabalized at the base by pouring concrete into a bucket.  We secured it to the wall and added leaves made of bubble wrap filled fabric strung onto Funny pipe.  We wrapped the base in fabric and added a monkey and some coconuts.  Done!

Our other major piece of artwork was created by Britton's cousin's daughter, Keah.  She made a card for me for the baby shower and it was just too cute not to frame.

I just LOVED the charming sentiment depicting a four year old's perspective on becoming a mother.  This is my favorite part of Nathan's room, and little Keah's wish came true: I DO!!!