Ahhh it feels so good to write a post! A week is definitely too long not to, but I had good reason. :) Which by the way thank you all SO much for the sweet comments again on our little Ellie. But today I am switching gears to talk about our other girl, Emma. And in fact, her birthday is today and she is 3 years old! And up until about a month ago, she still slept in her crib. Don’t judge. The girl never tried to get out or anything and she loved the crib so why make her move? Well we did have to give her the ole’ boot so we can put the crib in the nursery. So that meant it was time to go bed shopping!
I knew all along I wanted a daybed for her room because I love the look of them, and they save so much space in a room giving her more playroom in there because you won’t have a big bed sticking out in the middle of the room. And here’s the new big girl bed.
This particular daybed has caught my eye for quite some time now and I first saw it on Just a Girl’s site and then House of Hepworths. Both Chris and Allison have it in their girls’ room and I think it’s so precious. So after saving up to buy a new bed, before I hit “purchase” I asked Allison if she happened to have a coupon code I could use on this bed when ordering online, and sure enough she did! And for 15% off!! So I got this bed for a great deal thanks to Allison so thanks girl! Be sure and check out the bed in her daughter’s room and the bedding she made for it. Awesomeness.
I ordered it from Hayneeedle.com and this is the Casey Daybed in white. It also comes in a stained wood which is really pretty too. My experience ordering the bed online was great and everything went smooth, thank goodness.
I love the beadboard plank detail on the back and sides of the bed too.
What’s also cool about this bed is the pull out trundle. This will be perfect for future sleepovers or those nights her new sister wants to cuddle.
When you order this bed from Hayneedle, they give you the option to choose a free mattress, so of course I chose the free mattress. That’s it on the bottom without a sheet. I can see why it’s “free” because it’s definitely not a mattress an adult would want to sleep on, but for kids it’s fine.
Here’s a pic of Emma helping Daddy putting the bed together.
And then here’s the happy girl getting ready to sleep in her new big bed.
Sorry for the 2 grainy iphone pics. But she slept great, didn’t fall out, and loves her bed. :) I can’t believe how easy the transition was. I swear this girl has spoiled me as a mom in so many regards.
I can’t wait to start transitioning her room to a big girl room. I still need to get bedding and everything too. And I would LOVE the bedding Chris has on her daughter’s daybed. Maybe. We’ll see. Should be fun though! I’m kind of over the pink and green although it was sweet for her nursery. :)
What’s your favorite room ideas for little girls? I don’t want it too grown up that’s for sure so it will be plenty girly I can assure you of that. But I’d love to hear some of your ideas since my internet and pinterest surfing days are limited. Oh, and p.s.-about half of this post was typed with one hand. That should be award winning.
xxoo,
Decorchick!
Love her new bed. I have always loved the look of a daybed.
What a great bed! I love daybeds too, I had one all the way up through high school the same one the whole time. :)
We’re in the process of looking for big girl beds too, my daughter is almost two and a half and she too loves her crib. She flipped out of it one time, and she’s never done that again. ;) I think it scared her so much the first time that she never tried to climb out again.
haha I bet! :)
I love that daybed! My daughter is 10 but she and her brother split up bunk beds from their time of sharing a room. My 2 1/2 year old son is still in a crib, so you won’t hear anything from me. LOL He loves it and doesn’t climb out so it’s all good.
oh good! No need to rush them growing up right? :)
The bed is adorable! I’m so glad she’s happy with it and sleeps well. I’d say she is a real trooper right now, new baby sister and all. It’s been so long since I’ve decorated for little ones, I have no suggestions. I do agree that there are many other color combos to use these days.
I have no idea how you even have time to post but glad you did!
xo
Pat
yes Pat she’s had lots of new adjustments lately and she’s really been awesome about everything. I’m so spoiled by her!
So sweet…I remember how proud my daughter was when she made the move from crib to big girl bed. I would use her favorite color and make it sweet and feminine….shadow stripes on the wall, colorful floral patterns in the draperies and throw pillows and plenty of room for all those beloved stuff animals. And dont forget family photos for her to kiss goodnight each night. Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
great ideas Diane thank you!
Oh Emily! It is SOOO cute! I’ll bet Emma just loves it! The trundle is my favorite part and gets used constantly–whether it’s a sleepover or her older brother sleeping there! As for the bedding…it’s was pricey, but I just told my husband the other day that it’s one of the best purchases I’ve ever made. It’s BEAUTIFUL and such good quality! Just my .2 cents for ya. :) Glad you bought the bed. Love it in her room!
1. LOVE the bed and the sweet, happy face of your girl in it!
2. My kids both stayed in the crib way past 4, so no judging here! they loved it, and I loved them being in one place.
3. So fun to watch you make a big girl room…kids rooms are my faves to put together. I have a pinterest board for them, for no reason other than I love them.
4. posted my den with behr ashes today!
Love the paint color girl!!
aww!! Our Liam just turned 3 yesterday :) We are on Vacation, but when we get home its time for a big boy bed :)
Yay how fun!
Happy Birthday to Emma! And I do love her new daybed!
Thank you Lori! :)
Love that last shot with the sweet, little impish grin.
Just made me go, “Awe!!!!” :) It’s a perfect little girl bed!
Enjoy your wonderful life!!