The Best For Your Baby
Deserving the best
Baby's soft skin deserves the coziest of linens. Free from dyes and abrasive fabrics, luxury linens are a sleepy-time treat. PoshTots interior designer Pam O'Hallaron says luxury linens are set apart by their soft touch. "Soft chenille, velvet, satin and polished cottons feel good on babies skin -- but you cannot get more luxe than 100 percent silk organza." Washable silks, satins and velvet fabrics are now available, making them perfect for cribs and Moses baskets.
O'Hallaron suggests coordinating luxury fabrics with traditional
cottons in Baby's crib. "Some parents choose soft cotton flannel
for crib sheets and luxury fabrics for bumpers and blankets.
Using multiple fabrics for dust ruffles creates a custom look. "Bedskirts are often found layered with a sheer fabric overlaying
a coordinating solid or design. Decorative pillows add a nice
touch; just remember to remove them from the crib when baby is
sleeping. Pillows should also be free of buttons, loose ribbons
and bows.
Moses baskets serve many purposes and are luxurious in soft chenille and polished cotton. They allow baby to be near mother in all areas
of the home and are convenient with easy to grab handles. Keep in
mind babies should never be carried in the basket, always place
your child in the basket after it is in a safe place. Add a plush
grab-and-go blanket, and baby will always be surrounded by the
softest touch.
Luxury linens are not limited to sleeping areas and can be found throughout the nursery. Window treatments, decorative crowns and canopies are lovely when covered in light sheers and the richest velvets. Upholstered rockers and chairs, available in a variety of wonderful fabrics and styles, make a comfortable retreat for mom and baby while adding a chic touch to the nursery. The bassinet is a nursery favorite and notorious for luxury linens.
Full length skirts in satin and chenille wrap many bassinets while others sit beneath coordinating canopies and beside luxurious window treatments. Coordinating blankets made of chenille, velvets and hand-embroidered cottons are also an excellent gift for new mothers and babies.
Heirloom pieces
Luxury linens are grand when they boast hand-stitching and
original designs. Detailed embroideries and custom sizes are
unique as are dyed-to-match fabrics and monograms. "Luxury linens
can be heirloom pieces," says O'Hallaron. Many families preserve
babies linens or have them sewn into a keepsake quilt or wall
hanging. Attention to detail and high-quality fabrics preserve
the beauty and memory of your baby's most precious year.
