My final decision..and a little fun

I have been an absent blogger, but unfortunately there is a lot involved in a design that simply isn't interesting. Going back and forth over paint colors, rethinking fabric sample selections, logistical considerations, measurements, etc. I have been pouring over these fabrics for a few weeks now and have finally found a combination that I am extremely satisfied with. As a designer, I have access to many fabric companies that sell only to the trade. However, the majority of the fabrics are outside of the budget I would like to adhere to. As such, I have been working exclusively out of my local Jo-Ann Fabrics store. I knew I wanted the overall scheme to be very bright and fun, not pastel like traditional nursery fabrics trend toward. As such, I went through many samples trying to find the perfect combination. I also want to take the comfort of the beautiful little lady that will be napping, perfectly quietly I am certain :-), within the confines of her crib. I have decided to back the bumper and underside of the spread with a soft chenille-like fabric in a creamy white and pink. Although this will not have any impact on the visual appeal of the room, it is considerations like this that make a design homey, as opposed to something that simply photographs well.
During this time I happened to stumble on an accessory idea that I think is amazing. It will not only be eye catching and interesting to look at, but will be a vessel for the imagination of our little one. It is a "Woodland Terrarium" and instructions can be found at this link. www.marthastewart.com/goodthings/woodland-terrarium In the instructions it is meant to be a living growing terrarium filled with live plants. I am making it my mission to create one that is made from high quality fake plantings, and a few small whimsical things thrown in for fun. I have been collecting the contents this week and am having a blast. It will be a like a snippet of our enchanted forest, the perfect home for our resident fairy. Whether you make it with live or fake plants the overall effect is captivating.
I will be posting pictures of both the final fabric scheme and the fairyland terrarium soon. My next big mission is to tackle storage and organization so stay tuned!