He knew this would happen.
He told me it would, but I didn’t
believe him.
The cribs that we have stored in
the attic for 21 years should not be used. Millions of cribs made before 2007
have been recalled.
I would not feel good about
having my grandchildren (grandchildren that I hope to have someday) in cribs that were a potential hazard.
When I was looking up the
measurement for a full size head board it dawned on me that the side of a crib
might be the same width as a full mattress. When I went in the attic to look at
the two I had up there, I realized that the side rails on our cribs were pretty
nondescript, that the most interesting parts of the bed were the head and foot.
For some reason we didn’t only have
the crib that my children slept in but also the crib that my husband and his siblings slept in.
That one was more interesting and it fit the colors in the room.
That one was more interesting and it fit the colors in the room.
I knew there was no way that a baby would ever sleep in that bed again.
I put the head rail and foot rail together attached to the wall.
You have read about the bedding. Here.
I love the new chandelier. Here.
This room has come together so well.
I can't wait for guests. It will also get used when one of us has trouble sleeping and is afraid to wake up the other.
I have plans to use all the other parts as well.
Maybe Bill can even make something out of the bed my children used.
Katie
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Linking with,
Wow Us Wednesday @ Savvy Southern Style
Time Travel Thursday @ The Brambleberry Cottage
Feathered Nest Friday @ French Country Cottage
Sat Nite Special @ Funky Junk Interiors
Sunday's Best Par tay @ 1929 Charmer Blog
Trash 2 Treasure @ Kammy's Korner
Metamorphosis Monday @ Between Naps on the Porch
Hi Katie Sue: What a great idea!! Clever of you to think of it..Happy Thursday..Judy
ReplyDeleteThank you, Judy. I just regret it sat in the attic for 28 years! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.
DeleteGood use of the old crib parts. Most people just junk the recalled beds without thinking about using the parts. The bedroom looks so inviting. A lot of the Thrift Stores just dump them because of the recalls.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasires
Thanks, Audrey. Now I'm trying to figure out what Mr. Bill can make with the rest. :)
DeleteKatie Sue,
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! Makes a perfect headboard.Love your chandy too.
Have a great weekend.
((Hugs))
Anne
Thanks! I appreciate your taking the time to leave a sweet comment! Have a wonderful day.
DeleteKatie
Oh my goodness. That room is gorgeous! I don't think your bedding link is working but I'll search around. That white coverlet would be perfect in one of my rooms. Using a white base and adding colors on top is my favorite way to make the bed.
ReplyDeleteI fixed the link. Thank you for visiting and for all your sweet comments.
DeleteWhat a creative way to give an old crib a completely new purpose. I love how you looked beyond its original use and turned it into something both meaningful and practical. The fact that the crib has a family history makes the project even more special. The finished bed looks charming and fits perfectly with the room's style. It is always nice to see older furniture repurposed rather than discarded. The bedding and chandelier really help bring everything together. This guest room looks like a comfortable place to relax and unwind. Reading this also reminded me how important comfort is in any sleeping space, whether it comes from quality bedding or supportive materials like diamond foam. Projects like this show that thoughtful design and family memories can work together beautifully. I look forward to seeing what you create from the remaining crib pieces.
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