Mother’s Day is May 8! What Will You Do to Celebrate? 

Mother’s Day is approaching and we are here to help you find something unique that mom will love. Shop our Mother’s Day Gift Guide today and get 20% OFF when you enter MOTHERSDAY20 at checkout. We hope to help you find something that mom will love.

Nightgowns make fabulous gifts for Mother’s Day because each style is comfortable and pretty. What style is Mom’s favorite? Is she the queen of elegant PJ’s? We have a variety of styles that come in different lengths, sleeveless, with sleeves or strap sleeves. Surprise Mom with a special treat, something she would dearly love but never think of getting for herself! Our 100% Cotton Sleepwear will feel cool and crisp against her skin and will last for years to come.

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Matching Mother Daughter Dresses to Wear for Mother’s Day

What are other ways to celebrate mom this Mother’s Day? Picking flowers together, exploring a new neighborhood or hanging at home are great ways to bond.

Jamie Beck wearing white cotton nightgowns
 Jamie Beck, enjoying tea time with her daughter in the Pippa dress and Jamie little girl’s dress.
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Matching mother daughter dresses have never been cuter for Mother’s Day! Order cotton dresses your little girl will love wearing to match mommy in her nightgown and PJs.

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Jamie Beck and her daughter in Madrid wearing our white cotton dresses.

 

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Mother and Baby in the Joy white cotton nightgown. The Joy Nightie is a favorite nightie for moms of all ages! Great for breastfeeding moms!
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Jamie Beck loves her Pippa Dress and her little girl loves matching mom in her Jessie Dress!
Seaside Nightie and Seaside Dress
Dreaming of being seaside in the darling Seaside Nightie and little girl’s Seaside Dress.

Embroidered Linens, Toiletry Bags and Slippers are another loving way to show Mom you care. All great items to monogram!  Email us for any monogram request.

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A cute embroidered Flower Bikini Bag is a great gift moms will love when she travels.
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Customize any cosmetic bag with mom’s initials for Mother’s Day to help mom stay organized.

Welcome spring into mom’s home this May with these botanical embroidered linens she will adore.

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Mom will love the decorative blue Potted Primrose items to refresh her home this summer. Our coordinated Tissue Box Covers, Towels and Cosmetic Bags make the first step easy.
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Tropical Palm Tissue Box Cover and Boxwood Topiary Terry Guest Towel – a pop of spring mom will love!
golf lady embroidered fingertip towel
Does mom love to golf? The Golf Lady guest towel is perfect for golf lovers.
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The Shoe Bag is great when you want to carry your golf shoes in something practical but pretty before you head out to the links!

We can custom gift wrap your items and add a personal gift message upon request! Order today to get mom’s gift in time AND get 20% off with code MOTHERSDAY20

How to Choose and Style Decorative Pillows

The so-called throw pillows add a touch of coziness and luxury to any space. Implementing decorative pillows in your home is also a way to make your home aesthetically pleasing in your own way. However, choosing and styling throw pillows is not an easy task, as there’s a wide variety to choose from. Luckily, there are specific guidelines to help you make your bedroom cozier or any other living space in your home, for that instance. This article shares some of the interior designers’ best tips to help you find, mix, and match your throw pillows.

How to select decorative pillows for your home

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Add decorative embroidered pillows to any couch or arm chair for a luxurious touch

If you’re about to start living in your brand-new home, you must be excited to get everything in and decorate it, preferably on a budget. Luckily, there are simple ways to add style without breaking your bank account.

So, if you find yourself in this situation, let’s start from the beginning. Selecting the right throw pillows for your decor of preference is the place to start.

Pillow size

The size of your pillows matters drastically. Therefore, you should:

  1. Firstly, choose the base size,
  2. Then add complementary sizes to mix and match.

To succeed in doing so, you will need to know your sofa or bed measures. This is mainly due to the goal we want to accomplish here, which is to compliment the sofa with throw pillows and not overtake it. However, if you choose cushions that are too small, they might look out of place.

Therefore, starting with a 20-inch decorative pillow would be good if you have a regular-sized sofa. Or, if your sofa has a low back, you should opt for 16 or 18-inch throw pillows to properly complement your sofa.

Number of pillows you need

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Embroidered pillows make a statement in any room of your home

Every interior designer agrees that an odd number is a winner in the case of throw pillows. So, for instance, if you own a loveseat, three pillows would look great on it. On the other hand, if you have a standard 6-foot sofa, adding 5 or 7 pillows is the magic number of decorative pillows.

However, there’s an exception to this rule regarding contemporary living rooms. If this is the style of your living room, then an even number of pillows would be the best option to go for, as it creates symmetry.

What are the right colors?

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The color scheme of your room is the one that dictates the selection of your decorative pillows.

It’s important to let your living room or bedroom color scheme guide the choosing of your throw pillows. First, you should choose a color that will be an anchor and then look for throw cushions in that shade.

If you’re aiming for a more minimalist look, you could go for throw pillows in a solid color. Or, if an eclectic look is your preference, you can go for different patterns that use your anchor color.

Finally, you could go for two more shades to achieve a look that goes well together. For example, if you want to design a calm kids’ bedroom or a living room, you should go for shades similar to one another. On the contrary, you can choose pillows in contrasting colors for a high impact.

How to style decorative pillows in your home?

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The beautiful Honey Bees is a great accent for any season in your home.

Now that you’ve chosen the perfect pillows for your new home and have the decor you want in mind, it’s time to take action.

Print mix & match

There’s an array of different embroideries from Jacaranda Living to choose from. It’s very fun to mix and match different embroidery designs in your home and blend it with embroidered tissue box covers and fingertip towels. The key when selecting designs is to make sure they work well with your wall decor and wallpaper. And make sure they share a dominant color.

So, for instance, if you have embroidered botanical pillows, you can choose embroideries in the same theme as botanical. By doing so, you will achieve a cohesive look even if your prints are different.

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make a statement with pretty botanical embroidered pillows

Style coordination

An additional way to style your living room with throw cushions is to have it match your room’s current decor and vibe.

Grouping of decorative pillows

Finally, creating groups of throw pillows is a good way of decorating your room. For example, two different-sized pillows will look fabulous in the corner of a sofa or a love seat. If you have three cushions, one should stand alone in one corner, while the other two are together in the other corner.

However, the magical number for decorating with throw pillows is number five, as it gives you the most freedom to decorate. The most common way is to have two groups of two cushions in the corners and one that stands alone in the middle.

The takeaway from choosing and styling decorative pillows

Decorative pillows are fun to style and make your rooms feel much cozier and even more luxurious. Ultimately, it all depends on the overall style you’re aiming for.

7 Simple Tips for Designing a Calming Kid’s Bedroom

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Cute sisters in the Amelia white cotton dress before bedtime.

Our kids need calmness in their lives so that they can grow harmoniously. They need a balanced environment in which they can grow, as well as a sense of security. And this starts at home, in their most familiar environment. Children’s rooms should be a space where they can be creative, learn, play, and unwind. Above all, their room should be a safe place to be themselves. As a result, we thought to help you with some simple tips for designing a calming kid’s bedroom. So, we invite you to continue reading our article to see how you can create the perfect nursery or kids’ bedroom.

1. Choose the right colors

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Colors have the power to influence our moods and state of mind. Kids are no different. In reality, they can be much more sensitive to colors than adults. The color of their room can help them either relax and feel cozy or make them feel tense and anxious. So, if you want to design a calming bedroom for your children, pay attention to the colors you choose. Try to use soft colors that can help them relax, like green or blue. If you have newborns, try to use pastel colors that brighten rooms, like lavender or peach. If your kids are older, use primary colors like purple or orange.

But, whatever color you decide to use, if your kids are old enough, ask for their opinion. Children enjoy being part of decision-making because it gives them a sense of importance and involvement. Also, this can help them get through difficult times, such as a relocation, with more ease. You can support them with transition and help them settle in faster in their new home if you get them to help design their room.

2. Keep the room tidy and clutter-free

Calming bed with cool blue and white colors. Little girl wearing the Starfish white cotton dress on bed.

Kids need an organized room to do their daily activities, such as studying or playing. The tidier their room is, the more space they have to do those activities. In contrast, if their room is untidy and full of clutter, they will feel stressed and frustrated. Therefore, try to keep things in their place and get rid of everything that is not needed. Teach your children to pick up their toys from the floor and put them away, show them how and where to store their sleeping dresses or pajamas, etc. In addition, periodically get rid of the items and clothes that your kids don’t need anymore. Throw away broken toys and damaged clothes and give away the ones they outgrew.

3. Focus on the bed

One of the simple tips for designing a calming kid’s bedroom is to focus on the bed. Your children need a comfortable and cozy bed to relax in and sleep well. At the same time, some kids can be resilient towards going to bed when they should or napping during the day. So why not make them look forward to meeting the Sandman by giving them the bed of their dreams? For instance, get them the bedframe that they would love, some soft sheets, and beautiful pillow covers. And if you need to make the perfect bed on a budget, don’t worry. You can find plenty of DIY bed frame ideas on the internet that you and your children can work on together. That way, you can create something together while bonding and having lots of fun.

4. Give your kids space

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It’s important to keep your kids comfortable in soft white cotton onesies and dresses! Give your kids space to roam and relax at home and in their bedrooms.

We all wish to give our kids all the space they need for playing or learning. Unfortunately, not all of us have the luxury of big homes with large enough rooms, so we often need to improvise.

Make the most of the room you have to provide your children with the space they need. For instance, don’t overcrowd the room with furniture, but try to use furniture that can have a double purpose. Chairs and tables with extra storage space, for example, can come in handy. In addition, loft beds with study space underneath can help you save a lot of space. Also, if you have two older kids, you could use a bunk bed.

Bunk beds can also prove to be very useful if you have to relocate to a new home. Given that the first thing you should do when moving with kids is to set up their room, having a bunk bed will ease your work. You just have to assemble one bed instead of two. Just make sure that you do it the right way, and your kids will be able to sleep in their familiar beds from day one in their new home. That can be helpful to children in terms of accepting and adjusting to a new home.

A simple tip for designing a calming kid’s bedroom using pillows.
After you finish adding the furniture to your kid’s bedroom, you can add an extra touch of coziness with some throw pillows.

5. Create different zones in the bedroom

As mentioned earlier, a child’s bedroom will have multiple functions. It will be the place for relaxing, learning, or playing. So, when you try to design a calming kid’s bedroom, keep in mind what your child’s needs are and make separate zones. In addition, separate the zones you create using different colored rugs. Or, paint the play corner one color and the study area another. In the play area, hang a hammock where your youngsters can sit and play with toys. In the study area, place a bookcase, a desk, and a chair. That will help your kids keep their focus during each activity.

6. Give your child a space to decompress

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Give your kids time to decompress and do their own thing in the privacy of their own bedrooms. Little girl wearing the Ruby dress with red and pink rose embroidery.

Sometimes, our kids just want to hide away from the world in their room. And it’s a good idea for children to have a special place where they can feel safe when this happens. Therefore, if you want some simple tips for designing a calming children’s bedroom, create a small corner where your child can find refuge. It can be the space under the stairs, a cozy spot in the closet, or a fort in a nook. Put some warm blankets and soft pillows inside the hiding spot to make it more comfortable. Also, you can add some of your kid’s favorite toys and place a door hanger at the entrance. That way, everyone will know not to bother them.

Final thoughts

Now that you know the simple tips for designing a calming kid’s bedroom, you just need to put them into practice. Get your kids to help you pick the color of the room, the bed frame, or the accessories. And if it would be helpful to save some money while designing the perfect bedroom for your kids, you can check out our sale items page. We are confident that you will find something delightful.

Bathroom Decor Ideas You Will Love

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Decorative embroidered bath linens for your bathroom.

People tend to overlook or even disregard bathroom decor when designing their homes. Even though it’s not the first room to expect to see art or plants in, these kinds of details will help you create a one-of-a-kind bathroom that’s also comfortable and pleasant to spend time in. To help you achieve this, we’ve selected several bathroom decor ideas for you to choose from. We’ll even show you ways to arrange your high-quality bathroom products in a decorative way! But let’s not reveal everything – you’ll have to continue reading.

Bathroom decor ideas that will wow you

Whether you’re designing a bathroom in your new home or you’re looking for ways to freshen up the old one, implementing decorative elements in your bathroom will go a long way. Even displaying different bathroom items such as your soft and cozy bathrobes in a decorative way can help you achieve a lot.

A woman lying in a bathtub reading a book next to lit candles
If you want your bathroom to be a relaxing and comfortable space, it’s essential to incorporate decorative elements.

If you lack the inspiration to make your bathroom stand out, we’ve prepared several bathroom decor ideas.

Get creative with walls

One of the best ways to get creative in your bathroom is to update the walls. Even a simple, fresh coat of paint can help you achieve a completely different effect. But if you want your bathroom to stand out, consider adding wallpaper to one of the walls. If you feel bold, we recommend going for a floral print.

Art can make any wall look interesting and unique. More importantly, art can help you show off your personality and enrich the overall space. Even though bathrooms are not the most usual rooms to see art in, adding posters, pictures, or photographs can make a difference.

Display your towels in a decorative way

When decorating any room, the key is in getting creative and finding ways to display everyday items in a way that complements the specific room. So, one of the simplest ideas we’d like to present to you is showing off your high-quality towels in a decorative way.

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One of the simplest yet most effective bathroom decor ideas is to display your towels on a towel rack or ladder.

There are plenty of towel display ideas to choose from, and we’ve selected three for you:

    • If you have open shelves in your bathroom, use them to display your towels by rolling them up.
    • An exciting and unique way to show off your lovely, monogrammed towels is to add a ladder.
    • Think about replacing your towel hooks. Even better, you can research DIY tips and update them on your own.

Revamp your vanity

In a way, vanity is a centerpiece in any bathroom. Thus, if you want to make your bathroom stand out, make sure that your vanity stands out, too. Whether you like vintage or new, there are plenty of options to choose from. You can even order one custom-made.

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If you want to make your bathroom stand out, make sure that your vanity stands out, too. Add embroidered tissue box covers and toiletry bags to spruce up your vanity in your bathroom.

Or, even better, you can revamp your old vanity. If you are moving your old vanity to your new home, you want to relocate it stress-free. Keep in mind that the key to a successful bathroom move is in packing well. So, make sure your vanity, as well as other bathroom possessions, are safely packed and protected.

There are plenty of ways to refresh your old vanity. For starters, you can paint it into a new color. Choose bright colors if you feel bold or stick with neutral if you are looking to create a soothing atmosphere. Another great way to make your vanity more decorative is to update the lights. You can create a glamorous station and give your bathroom an old Hollywood feel.

Incorporate plants

Besides art, plants are another thing that is not commonly seen in a bathroom. However, they are a great decorative element. They have the power to make any space feel more natural, airy, and fresh. On top of that, they will surely make your bathroom unique and more enjoyable.

Besides looking beautiful, adding plants to your bathroom has other benefits. For instance, it will make the air in your bathroom cleaner and healthier. As plants can remove toxins from the air, they will help improve overall air quality. They can also help enhance your mental health and give you an energy boost when you need one.

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Keep in mind that plants require specific conditions to thrive. Therefore, make sure to choose plants that love moisture and heat and can handle low light. For instance, you can go for air plants or ferns. They are both gorgeous and, more importantly, a low-maintenance choice.

Find a shower curtain that stands out

Another regular bathroom item that can become a decorative piece is your shower curtain. Sure, you can always go for a plain and simple curtain, but if you go for a more daring option, you’ll make your bathroom stand out. Plus, there are plenty of interesting and high-quality shower curtains to choose from.

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Spruce up your bathroom with a beautiful shower curtain, embroidered and made in South Africa.

One of the ways to use your shower curtain as a decorative element is to choose a bold print. Anything from geometrical shapes to animal print will work as long as you like it and it goes well with the overall style of your bathroom. Alternatively, you can decide to go with a bright color. Choose vibrant red or turquoise, and you are sure to make your bathroom more attractive.

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Spruce up your bathroom with a beautifully embroidered shower curtain

Which ideas will you choose?

We hope that the bathroom decor ideas we’ve chosen for this article inspired you to find ways to create a relaxing space where you can unwind after a long day. Imagine having a warm bath after a stressful day at work while surrounded by elements you like and make you feel good. It doesn’t get much better than that!

Tips to Make Your New Bedroom Cozier

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We start and end each day in our bedrooms and spend roughly a third of our lives in them. With that in mind, it’s understandable we want to make this room as warm and serene as possible. If you’ve just moved into your new home and are looking for ways to make your new bedroom cozier, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ve prepared simple tips that will help you transform your bedroom into a restful place.

Ways to make your new bedroom cozier

First of all, congratulations on your new home! A change like that is always exciting! You have the chance to design a space that reflects your personality and fits your needs perfectly. Interior design is always fun, from shopping for beautiful, high-quality sheets to hanging art on the walls.

If you need inspiration, here are our ideas to make your new bedroom cozier. Hopefully, we’ll be able to help you design a perfect space to retreat to after a long day.

Choose colors and materials wisely

Choosing the right colors is crucial in making your bedroom feel warm and cozy. Consider calming and soothing natural tones rather than bright colors that pop. Of course, this doesn’t mean that you should keep away from bold patterns. Rather than overwhelming your bedroom, use them as accents. For instance, you can add colorful throw pillows or an embroidered duvet.

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One of the ways to make your bedroom feel cozy is to hang art or framed photos on the walls. And wear a soft nightie when relaxing!

Create ambiance with lighting

You can’t make your bedroom cozy without proper lighting. For instance, a harsh ceiling downlight shining on you while you’re in your comfy pajamas in bed can make your bedroom feel all but cozy. Therefore, focus on low lights to create an intimate mood.

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Lighting is one of the most important aspects of interior design, and if you implement it properly, you can make your new bedroom cozier. Add a cute embroidered tissue box cover next to your night lamp.

The key to creating an intimate mood is incorporating different sources of lighting. Make sure to include soft bedside lamps, and you can even strategically place mounted ceiling lights. Keep in mind that natural light is even more important, so make sure to find ways to enhance it.

Add area rugs

Stepping onto a cold floor after getting out of bed doesn’t really sound cozy. So why not greet your feet with something soft? You have to lay down a carpet – a simple plush area rug can do the trick. Not only will it give your bedroom practical warmth, but it will also add texture to the space. Depending on your bedroom style, perhaps you could try small sheepskin or shag rugs on the sides of your bed.

Minimal is not boring

Adopting a minimalistic approach when designing your bedroom doesn’t mean it will be boring. Many people fear this will happen, so they get carried away with both furniture and decorations and end up with a room that looks cluttered.

If you’ve moved into your new home and don’t have enough room for all of your belongings, the solution isn’t to display them at the cost of your bedroom looking messy. You can listen to the advice of the team from Next Stop Movers, who suggested renting a storage unit. It’s one of the most cost-effective ways to keep your belongings safe and your bedroom neat.

Make your new bedroom cozier without spending money

As you’ve just moved into your new apartment and had to finance your easy and stress-free relocation, you might be struggling with a tight budget. But that doesn’t mean you can’t make your new bedroom cozier. There are ways to do this without spending money.

Make your bedroom a no-tech zone

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Make your bedroom a no tech zone. Go to sleep on soft embroidered pillow cases, and a comfy duvet cover from Jacaranda Living. You will wake up feeling refreshed as a jacaranda blossom!

Do you want your bedroom to be your sanctuary and a place where you’re able to fully unplug? Well, you can’t truly switch off if you’re attached to devices such as your smartphone or tablet. Try to make your new bedroom a tech-free zone.

Focus on adding books and natural elements such as house plants or fresh flowers. Make your bedroom a place where you can properly relax. Your social media feed will be waiting for you in the morning.

The bottom line

We hope our tips have helped you make your new bedroom cozier. Now go, put your comfy sleepwear on and enjoy a good night’s sleep.

Bridal Ideas for Your Bridesmaids and the Bride-to-Be

Are you newly engaged and planning a wedding? We have gift ideas for the bridal party!

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Bridesmaid and bride getting ready in their Jacaranda Living nightshirt and pajama set

For the bride:

Whether you’re shopping for a special white cotton nightgown for yourself or something cute and fun for your bridesmaids, we have it all. There is nothing more special than wearing a beautiful Victorian nightie on your special day before your wedding. This special nightie will be worn a lot on your honeymoon too and perhaps on the nights leading up to getting married and after.

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Monogram “bride” on your white cotton nightshirt.

For your bridesmaids:

We have adorable white cotton pajamas and nightshirts and cute cosmetic bags. If you’re getting married, you will want to have your bridesmaids in something soft and comfortable. Our white cotton pajamas and nightshirts are darling and great styles to wear on your special day while getting ready with hair and makeup. There will be a lot of chaos but all your girls will be there supporting you and a cosmetic bag will help them stay organized with their lipstick, phone, face mask, and other goodies you might have gifted them like matching earrings and oil absorbing sheets!

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Waterproof, fun colorful cosmetic bags for your bridesmaids

We offer beautiful monogramming on our sleepwear, robes and waffle weave cosmetic bags. Our colorful waterproof cosmetic bags are very popular for weddings because they are easy to find and don’t get dirty! You can also gift your bridesmaids a mask that matches their cosmetic bag! The white waffle weave embroidered cosmetic bags are darling too and you can choose any design that works well with your wedding theme. We can custom monogram plain cosmetic bags with your initials as well.

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Monogrammed nightshirts and cosmetic bags for your bridesmaids
Monogram your cosmetic bags for your bridesmaids!

Happy shopping and please reach out with any questions or special requests to info@jacarandaliving.com.

Tips for Packing Bedding and Linens for a Move

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Little girl wearing her Christmas candy cane dress on a beautiful king size bed!

Packing bedding and linens for a move is one of the most straightforward tasks during the relocation process. However, you still need to be careful. You want your soft goods, regardless of if they’re made of linen, cotton, or satin, to arrive in perfect condition – safe, clean, and ready to use. Don’t worry; we’re here to assist you with this task. We’ve prepared tips that will help you streamline the process and make packing your bedding and linens even easier.

A few tips on organizing a stress-free move

Before we reveal the easiest ways for packing bedding and linens for a move, we’ve prepared five tips to help you organize a smooth relocation:

  • Set a moving budget – Moving can be costly, so you need to analyze all potential expenses and set a realistic budget. As the moving consultants from A2B Moving and Storage suggest, you have to know how much you can spend on your relocation expenses and choose the services you need accordingly.
  • Hire reputable movers – Experienced and reliable movers are crucial to making your relocation as simple and easy as possible.
  • Take your time – Don’t wait until the last minute to start preparing for your move. Instead, take your time and start decluttering and packing ahead of time.
  • Gather packing supplies – Make a list of packing supplies you’ll need and buy them.
  • Pack smart – Make sure to pack in a way that will make unpacking easier. For example, make an inventory and label the boxes.
Little girls jumping on the bed before packing for their move.
Make sure to start planning and organizing your move well in advance. That way, the process will be less stressful for everyone involved.

Packing bedding and linens for a move

Here are our tips for packing bedding and linens in a way that will ensure nothing from your sheet sets to bolsters gets damaged. Also, you’ll find advice on how to make the first night at your new place go more smoothly.

Prepare Yourselves for the Move

Before you start packing your bedclothes and linen, make sure to prepare packing supplies. Get the house ready and your children organized for the move ahead.

Find boxes to pack for the move.
Get your household ready to start your move.

As bedding, blankets, and towels can be used as packing material, it is good to set some of them aside. You can use them as padding for your moving boxes to prevent damage.

Tackle one room at a time

When packing your bedding for a move, you want to be strategic and pack one bedroom at a time. It will help keep you organized. The best way to go is to take out all the bedding and linens you have in one room and place it on the bed. Sort it accordingly, so it’s easier to pack, and don’t forget to label the boxes. It will be that much easier to unpack when you arrive at your new home.

Handle bedding and linens last

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Organize your pillows and bed linen last because it might come in handy to protect fragile items in boxes.

The best way to go is to hold off packing your bedding and linens and deal with them last. You will be using them until moving day, especially your bedclothes. Also, as have we already mentioned, you can use these items for padding, so you might need them for that reason. Any surplus sheet, towel, or pillow you don’t use daily can be great to fill out empty spaces in the boxes and prevent shifting and potential damage.

Wash bedding and linens and fold them carefully

Before you pack your sheets, covers, and pillows, make sure to wash them first. You also might be tempted to save time by tossing them into a moving box, but try not to do this. Not only will they take up more space this way, but you will also create more work when you move into your new home. Nobody likes crumpled sheets, and even fitted sheets are not difficult to fold and pack! Therefore, carefully fold each item to be as flat as possible. This way, you’ll save space and ensure your bedding and linens are ready to use as soon as you take them out of the moving box.

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As bedding and linens can be bulky, get your family members to help you fold them and pack.

Use plastic bags to protect linens

As you want to prevent any potential damage from moisture and dirt, make sure to wrap your linens and bedding in plastic bags before placing them into moving boxes. Regular trash bags should do the trick. You can even transfer them in plastic bags and skip boxes. However, boxes offer an extra layer of protection as plastic bags can easily tear, especially during transit. The good idea is to use vacuum bags because they will save you a lot of space.

Set bedding aside for the first night

When you move into your new home, you’ll need clean bedding, pillows, and towels for the first night. For that reason, make sure to put some of them aside for everyone who needs them. Make sure to label each box, so it’s easier for you to find them. You’ll have to admit that it will be nice to crawl into a warm bed with fresh and clean linens after a tiring day of moving. Nothing beats resting your head on a pillow with a freshly washed pillow cover after a long day.

Make an inventory and label everything

The first night box isn’t the only one that needs to be labeled. It will be much easier for you to unpack and find anything you might need. Also, make sure to create an inventory. It will help you keep everything organized and save you from having a meltdown trying to find extra towels or bedding you might need. All you’ll have to do is check your list and find the box with the corresponding label on it.

Good luck with your move!

We hope our tips have made packing bedding and linens for a move easier and quicker for you. Best of luck with your relocation!

Towel Display Ideas That Will Make Your Bathroom Look Luxurious

If you are looking to give your bathroom a luxurious look, you don’t need to invest in expensive renovations. The key to achieving this lies in the smallest details, such as bathroom accessories. Therefore, we’ve prepared several towel display ideas that will help you give your bathroom a simple makeover that can make a huge difference and give it a luxurious feel. From ways to fold your towels to decorative storage tricks, we made sure to cover everything. If you are about to renovate and lack inspiration, we’ve prepared simple bathroom remodeling tips as a bonus. Now, let us begin!

Remodeling tricks to make your bathroom look luxurious

Renovating a bathroom is not an easy task. You need to organize the process efficiently and think about functionality and aesthetics at the same time.

A luxurious bathroom with a big bathtub, tall plant, and a ladder used to display towels
Adding plants and a ladder as a towel storage are great ways to make your bathroom look more luxurious.

Before we reveal our easy tricks for displaying towels, here are a few bathroom remodeling ideas that can make even the smallest bathroom look luxurious.

  • Choose colors wisely – Even though you might be a fan of bright colors and patterns, if you want to make your bathroom look luxurious, consider choosing neutral and pastel colors for both walls and decor.
  • Incorporate plants – Another great way to make your bathroom look more expensive is to add plants or even artwork depicting plants. Also, consider letting more natural light in by updating your window treatments.
  • Think about lighting – Soft lighting can make you feel like you are on a spa retreat while relaxing in your bathroom. Therefore, consider updating your lighting fixtures.
  • Double sink or double shower – Depending on your bathroom size, consider adding a double sink or double shower. They are reminiscent of high-end hotel suites and can make your bathroom look luxurious. If you have a small bathroom, a walk-in shower with either a glass door or stylish shower curtains could be a perfect choice.

Towel display ideas that will make your bathroom look luxurious

Changing the smallest details in any room of your home can make a big difference. For instance, a simple thing such as covering your tissue box can add a more lavish feel to your living space. To help you add a luxurious glow to your bathroom, here are our simple towel display ideas.

Ways to fold towels

The way you fold your towels can help make your bathroom pop. But first, make sure that you invest in high-quality towels as you can’t make your bathroom look luxurious with towels made from cheap and synthetic materials.

Stacking towels

Luxury is often closely related to minimalism. That’s why many high-end hotels choose the simplest ways to display their towels. Adding monograms to your towels is also a great way to add a luxurious touch to your bathroom.

hydrangea guest towels in bathroom
Beautiful embroidered Hydrangea guest towels hanging in the bathroom.

The most efficient but, at the same time, beautiful way to display towels is to stack them. You can also organize them by size and type before placing them on your shelves. Classic and timeless, this technique is very simple to learn.

Fold it over around two-thirds after laying the towel horizontally on a flat surface in front of you. Before folding the remaining third, smooth the edges. The next step is to fold it in half, smooth the edges and fold it in half once more. The folded spine should be facing outward when stacking.

Rolling towels

If you want to add a spa vibe to your bathroom, consider rolling your towels. Besides looking great, this is also the best and most efficient way to pack your towels too. For instance, if you are preparing for a move, you can simply fold your towels this way, place them into a moving box and get in touch with zippyshellphl.com to help you relocate to your new place. It’s as simple as that!

embroidered guest towels from jacaranda living
Embroidered terry guest and bath towels will give your bathroom a spa feel.

To perfectly roll your towels, lay them down on a flat surface, fold the left bottom corner to the center and repeat the same with the right-bottom edge. The next step is to smooth the towel and flip it upside down. Roll it tightly, then tuck in the flap after you’re done.

Towel display and storage ideas

The open storage trend is slowly becoming a favorite in interior design. You can incorporate these pieces into your bathroom and display your beautifully folded towels. Here are some bathroom storage ideas that will make your bathroom look luxurious.

Open shelves or towel ladders

Ladders or open shelves can do wonders in your bathroom. Not only are they great storage options that can help you maximize your space, but they can also create a Pinterest-worthy look. Simply lean ladders on a wall next to your bathtub or shower and display your perfectly ironed towels.

Towel stools or baskets

Depending on the style of your bathroom, you can consider adding a rustic stool and placing rolled towels on it. On the other hand, consider adding towel baskets if you want to give your bathroom a spa look. You can place rolled towels inside of them and leave them on display.

A wooden table or stool with towels stacked on it in a bathroom
A rustic bench or side table could be a perfect addition to your bathroom and a great storage solution for your beautifully folded towels.

Towel hooks or rings

If you have a smaller bathroom, that doesn’t mean you can’t add a luxurious feel to it. Add stylish towel hooks or rings and use them to display your towels. They can be a perfect solution, especially if you don’t have enough room for a towel rack.

Vanity with cubby holes

If you are looking to invest in a new vanity, consider having one custom-made with cubby holes. It’s a great way to have dedicated space for freshly rolled towels. It will look even more luxurious if you have a double sink.

Final thoughts

We hope our towel display ideas inspired you to make small changes in your bathroom and give it a luxurious vibe. Remember, the most important thing you should focus on is buying high-quality towels, as, without quality, you can’t give your bathroom the look it deserves.

How Often Should You Change Everything in your Bedroom?

A bedroom

Even though it seems as though we are always on the go, we actually spend around 1/3 of our lives in bed. Our beds and bedrooms are our sanctuaries. How well or how bad we sleep affects our entire lives – everything from general happiness to emotional and physical health and well-being. So, it goes without saying that we should give this room a lot of love. And, sometimes, that means changing everything inside. But, how often should you change everything in your bedroom? That is a good question! The answer may vary depending on the items in it. Namely, different things have different life spans! With that said, we are here to help you take care of your bedroom and everything you have inside. Keep on reading to find out more.

Pillows 

How often you need to change everything in your bedroom. The National Health Foundation will tell you to change your pillows every two years. Pillow sellers selling all kinds of pillows on the market will tell you to change them every five to ten years. But, if you ask us, we will tell you that you should change your pillows as soon as you notice that they are losing their support and comfort as sleeping on those can be extremely bad for your head, neck, and spine.

Moreover, you should replace your pillows whenever you notice stains or dirt on them. They can be extremely dangerous for people who have allergies or asthma. To prevent all these health risks from happening, our advice is to wash your pillowcases and covers every week, wash your pillows every six months, and change everything every three years.

girls on bed
Little girls jumping on the bed wearing their white cotton Amelia dress.

Sheets 

We lay directly on our sheets, and because of that, they start to accumulate sweat, oils, dead skin cells, hairs, etc. Of course, all of this can be fixed, and our sheets can look and feel brand new as long as we wash them regularly – once a week. However, we cannot do this forever. Sheets, too, have a life span – around two years. Sheets of greater quality can last even longer if you take care of them properly. But, at the end of the day, how often you should replace your sheets depends on their look – if they look thinned out and scratchy, it is time to buy new ones. Luckily, they are not as expensive as all bedroom items mentioned before, so replacing them should not be a problem.

A woman lounging on her bed
Decorate your bed with embroidered boudoir pillow covers and bolsters to keep you supported and comfortable while lounging in bed.

Blankets 

We love our blankets as they provide us with comfort and warmth! Most people also feel emotionally attached to their blankets because they had them from an early age or because they were a gift from their parents or grandparents. The good news is that blankets do last for a very long time. If you take care of them properly, they can last for decades. To make sure that happens, have them washed professionally at least once a year when you start preparing for the winter months. And, take them out in the sun during summer, as that will remove any bacteria, dirt, or dust from them.

A woman stretching
A good mattress foundation is just as important as your mattress and your PJs. Wearing soft, comfortable pajamas will help. 

Duvets 

Just as blankets, we take out our duvets only during colder months. And, because of that, they tend to last a lot longer than sheets or pillowcases, for example. If there are no stains on your duvet, you can keep using it for up to 20 years. But, using a duvet for that long means that you need to take care of it rightly. Doing this is easy, same as blankets. Wash them professionally before every cold season, air them out once a month (when there is a lot of sun outside preferably), and make sure to always keep them in thick duvet covers. In the end, how often you change everything in your bedroom will depend on how well you take care of your belongings.

Your Checklist for the Perfect Nursery

Checklist for the perfect nursery

Creating a nursery space is one of the most magnificent experiences ever. Thus, no wonder every future parent easily succumbs to the nesting fewer. Your offspring deserves a comfortable and cozy piece of heaven, but even more importantly, a place that is functional, safe, and of easy maintenance. Even though there are some fantastic baby equipment and accessories out there, it’s crucial to focus only on the essentials and things that will make the beginning of parenthood more manageable. Therefore, thinking practically and making a checklist for the perfect nursery will help you focus your budget and optimize your baby’s room in the best possible way.

Baby’s crib and bedding

A baby crib is the main item of any nursery. It serves to provide comfort, rest, and safety to your newborn child. Having a bed for themselves helps babies adapt to independence, giving a mother some time to rest as well. Also, after your child no longer needs safety crib rails, you can transform them into a toddler’s bed. Since cribs are often a second-hand gift from friends or family, you might not have much say in their design. However, if you’re getting a new one, make sure to choose the one with slats positioned close together. Moreover, pay attention that the crib doesn’t have drop-down sides since such design can be dangerous if it malfunctions.

The inside of the crib should only have a mattress encasement, a pad, and a fitted sheet. It’s essential not to use blankets, flat sheets, and any additional coverings, except a simple baby blanket. And instead of a blanket, you can opt for a sleeping sack. It’s an excellent option since it won’t roll under the baby as it moves.

Baby in a hooded towel
Adorable hooded towel is a must-have item on your checklist for the perfect nursery since it will help a lot with a bathing time

Changing table

The changing table is a significant piece of nursery furniture that will help you tend to the needs of your little one while having all the supplies and nappies in one place. The top consists of a mat, while the bottom parts usually have drawers or open shelves, so you can easily access and store clean clothing, baby towels, and other stuff. Some of them come with wheels, so it’s easy to move them around if necessary. In addition, this brilliant piece of furniture has a multifunctional role since a lot of moms use it for bathing as well. All you need to do is remove the mat and put the bath vessel on top.

Feeding chair

Like most essential items on your checklist for the perfect nursery, a feeding chair will make your early months of motherhood much more manageable. To sustain in demanding tasks of raising a baby, you need to treat your body well, resting as much as possible, even during feeding. That’s why a comfortable feeding chair is worth every penny. Position it in the best place in the nursery, next to a crib, near the source of natural light. Naturally, it’s essential to have bibs, covers, and towels nearby if you need them during the feeding. Also, having some throw or bolster pillows might also help find the proper position for your back.

Baby in a sleeping sack
If you have to cover your baby, it’s better to use a sleeping sack than a blanket! Blankets can twist and roll under the baby, while the sack provides warmth and comfort without any safety risks.

Rocking bassinet

A rocking bassinet is a lifesaver in the first couple of months after the labor. They are an excellent daily fit for every room, even for your master bedroom. Both a bassinet and a crib have the same function, and that’s why people usually opt for one of them. However, besides apparent differences in size, bassinets are portable and easier to use for many parents. The rocking function will help you occasionally rest your hands. Or, if you’re lucky, sometimes it may even put your baby to sleep. Still, having a proper crib has its benefits as well. Cribs don’t have a weight and size limit and can be in use much longer, unlike the bassinets.

Storage options

Like in any other room of your home, storage space plays a crucial role in keeping the nursery neat and clean. As you know, babies have many small things that may not be taking much of the space but require organizing and fast access. Thus, every nursery needs a good and practical cabinet. Luckily, they are sometimes combined with a changing table. However, most likely, you won’t be able to fit all the accessories into one cabinet. In such cases, due to the usually limited spaces of the nurseries, using the vertical storage space is a good idea.

There are so many things to fit on shelves, from sheets to books and baby toys. With smart storage options, you will be able to navigate demanding situations more easily. The same implies handling potential unexpected life changes, like moving to another location. With a good storage organization, preparing the nursery for the move will be more manageable. You will be able to pack everything up in no time for the relocation partly because everything will be neatly arranged in one place and partly because sometimes storage options can function as a container.

Mother holding a baby in a cute outfit
Enjoying early motherhood is only possible if you optimize your experience properly with suitable clothing and accessories for yourself and the baby.

Disposal area

Babies make a lot of mess, so before you are swamped with dirty diapers, napkins, tissues, and towels, make sure to arrange the trash bins and dirty laundry baskets. It’s essential to separate a diaper bin and washable items baskets. Therefore, it might be good to organize the disposal areas in two places or make distinguishable differences between containers.

Giving the nursery a personal touch

Some people might say that decor is not crucial for the nursery since it provides no practical function. However, they are wrong because colors, movements, and shapes stimulate cognitive functions in a growing newborn. Therefore, paint a nursery into eye resting tones and give it a personal touch. You can achieve it with the decor in the form of age-appropriate toys, wall art, and lighting that will make the room more pleasant for you and the baby.

Conclusion

There are hundreds of cute baby things, accessories, and props that can make motherhood easier. However, investing too much of your budget into a nursery is not advisable since a child’s demands change quickly, especially in the first months of growth. Focus your checklist for the perfect nursery on essential items that will help you go through the first six months and upgrade the room in time. Having too much stuff in the nursery is never good since it creates clutter. And God knows how little time for cleaning you will have after the child is born.