There is no doubt that magic is in the air when you are expecting the arrival of your littlest but, probably, the most important person - your baby. The mothering instinct takes over, and the nesting, cleaning, folding - everything to make a place welcoming for your sweet baby - rules your life until everything is beyond perfect.
When I started working on my beautiful Stokke nursery, I had some other decorating ideas. We spend weeks on end creating large canvas art pieces with children in both, oil and acrylic. We wanted to do something meaningful - it all turned out beautiful but somehow the big picture just did not feel right. I stumbled on the New York-Paris-London prints in Ikea and the idea of a perfect place was born. There is no question that all those places have a very special place in my heart - I spent much of my time in all three places, dancing, living, growing up and becoming a person I am today. And New York... New York has a unique place in my heart. Apart from the fact that some of the best career years, years as a new and growing family, years of learning, discovering and making memories were spent in Manhattan, I also see New York as a true representation of what America is. It has united a great multitude of cultures, with the roots going deep into the first generations of immigrants, the people that came with hope , dreams and seeking happiness for themselves and their children; the people that made America be what it is today. Though my little nursery is a small, it combines in itself much history, hope, happiness and all the best one can give and wish for a child.
** please, excuse the lack of a "wholesome" picture - the angles are very odd in this tiny room and do not allow for a good all around picture. a panoramic view above is what i have to use **
It goes without saying as well that the littlest occupant of the family deserves only the best of the best. We were beyond thrilled to be able to design our baby's room with Stokke nursery. Stokke's reputation of being the best for furniture as well as other products is not something new, but I sincerely could not hold back my gasp of surprise and excitement when I opened boxes with Sleepi and Care: the quality, craftsmanship and beauty of modern design are breathtaking. Between 4 previous children and several moves that jobs have taken us to, we have owned more baby furniture then we wished for - partially because of the inconvenience moving a set of nursery furniture takes, partially because far not every new room would even be able to fit the furniture( Manhattan doorways? Need I say more?) , and partially because, frankly speaking, not every crib could even survive the move and multiple screwing/unscrewings. I wish I could rewind my life to 10 years back: I would get Stokke furniture - an investment that would take me through all the babies and on with their lives, and here is why.
Stokke Sleepi.
The convertible nursery bed: Four beds in one.™ {sourse}
Your first bed turns into your second. And third. And fourth!™. The Stokke® Sleepi™ has been designed to grow with your child and can be used from birth to approximately 10 years of age using additional parts.
Stokke Sleepi Mini - from 0 to 6moThe Stokke® Sleepi™ Mini is the perfect first bed for your baby. It creates a nest-like environment that is comfortable and secure.The lockable wheels can be used to rock your baby gently to sleep ( the feature that I LOVE and use! ) , and makes your crib easy to move from room to room - how about that?! Fits through the doorway no problem, even in our tricky layout. Add to it that this little mini can fit everywhere - from a little corner in your city bedroom, to being a stand alone gorgeous piece in the middle of the room without creating the obstacle course to get around. I love the well thought out canopy: it helps to create calm and serene environment for the baby, while protecting from drafts and a/c's and forced air heaters. The canopy holder has a little hole, perfect for a little mobile to keep the baby engaged when awake and wanting to play ( and you need a minute to yourself) .
Stokke Sleepi Bed - from 0 to 18mo
The Stokke® Sleepi™ Mini converts easily into Stokke® Sleepi Bed, creating a familiar environment for your baby. You can adjust the height positions as your child grows. And I love the oval design - whether you choose to put it by the wall, in the corner, in the middle of the room - it looks beautiful everywhere. Here is another reason for an oval crib : Sleepi's Iconic Scandinavian design creates a small footprint in your nursery. Sleepi is constructed of 100% solid cultivated beech wood, a material known for its strength and stability. Sleepi's unique oval design increases airflow through the crib, creating a safe cocoon for baby. Available in several colors and wood finishes. All varnishes are non-toxic and safe for baby. And then you baby is ready to climb out, the crib converts easily into one stylish Stokke Sleepi Toddler Bed, with some very smart design.
Stokke Sleepi JuniorAt 165 cm (5'6"), Stokke® Sleepi™ Junior is a comfortable bed for children up to around ten years old, and it doubles-up as a practical mini-sofa, perfect for the playroom. Included when you purchase Stokke® Sleepi™, your baby can breathe easy with the waved base and netted cover of the special Stokke® Sleepi™ Mattress. Made from 100 % quilted cotton to increase ventilation and eradicate moisture for a healthy sleeping environment.
Stokke® Sleepi™ can even turn into two chairs. How absolutely cool IS that concept?! Now just TWO chairs, but two very cool, modern design chairs that my almost 10 year old gave a very approving nod to. Stokke Care