Making decorating decisions has to be one of the hardest things for me to do. As many of you might already know, I am incredible indecisive. I think I went through about 10 different color combos before settling on this one. And, by the way, is anyone surprised to see yellow as the main color in the palette??
What I like about these colors together is they do not scream “baby”, and they do not scream “girl”. They are cheery without being too pale or bold, and they are feminine without being too girly. I am now in the process of altering my fabric to contain these colors so that I can still use it in the room.
I have made some other small decisions, like using this darling mobile for over the changing table. I love that it is black and red, two colors that babies are highly responsive to. I also love that it is not pastel colored, with stuffed, cartoon-like animals on it.
I have to mention how much I admire Meg of Sew Liberated, and this beautiful room she put together for her son. She has some great ideas that I will be “borrowing”, like keeping a few toys and books out in rotation, instead of keeping them all out. I also like the mirrors and pictures that she put at baby’s eye level where they can really be enjoyed.
I think part of the reason I have been so indecisive is I am not ready for my babe to be born yet. I feel like there is so much I have to do before she gets here. I want to be a good mother, and sometimes I think there are so many things I need to “fix” in my own life before I bring a new life into this world. I am constantly trying to remind myself that no aspect of my life is ever going to be perfect for her. I will always try to improve things that need improving, but I don’t have to be perfect to be a good mother. I hope that I will be able to be humble enough to let my little girl teach me as I teach her.
If you have children, how did you prepare for the arrival of your little one?
katherine this post is so sweet! i really love your color palette. and you are going to be an excellent mother. you have all the best qualities to set yourself up to be one: you are so caring, thoughtful, and patient! and there is so much you and mike will be able to teach your little one :) i can’t wait to see you guys in action!
Yay! Beautiful!
Hmmm … other than making sure you have clothes, diapers, wipes and a place for your kiddo to sleep … I don’t think you NEED to do much else (although you may like to!) Having a baby is one of those things that happens to you, changes you and grows you in a way you could never prepare for. It’s wonderful <3 So very happy for you!
The color palette is fantastic. Hmm…it seems soooo long ago when D arrived. I think the best way to prepare is to make time for you and Mike and savior all the quiet moments you have before baby arrives. Meg from Sew Liberated is a fantastic source and role model. What’s lovely about little Finn’s room is that it will grow with him. No special furniture or pieces that he will outgrow in a year or two. It’s completely adaptable, not to mention extremely affordable! Congrats Kate!
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