A Designer Show House Look-for-Less: Retro Nursery Theme

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A Designer Show House Look-for-Less: Retro Nursery Theme

Posted by Mamanista on Aug 1, 2007 | 6 Comments

I recently went to one of those decorator show houses that charities organize as a fundraiser. The retro-themed nursery was my favorite, but, of course, the price tags were absurd! The bedding alone cost over $700, and I’m not one to spend thousands on designer furniture either. $3000 on a crib? My first car cost less than that!

Although I’m not a high-priced professional decorator, I believe it would be possible to recreate the retro nursery look for less by purchasing some vintage-looking curtains and crib bedding. And you don’t have to pay ridiculous prices to find either.

I love the selection of vintage-look fabrics at WarmBiscuit (most are $15 a yard), but I’m not that handy with a sewing machine. If you are gifted in the sewing department, you can make your own custom bedding and curtains at a low cost. But if you’re more like me, you’ll have to pay someone talented to do the sewing for you.

WarmBiscuit has a custom sewing service with reasonable prices. Getting custom Roman Shades or Panel Curtains made will cost between $80-$115, and you can pick up a matching pre-made crib quilt for $95. I love the 50s-inspired Boy & Girl and the vintage Baseball fabrics.

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Kymberlyn said:

I love retro fabric as well. I find some of the best designs are done by Michael Miller. You can see his patterns @
http://www.michaelmillerfabrics.com/MMF/Home.cfm?Gid=1124

Once you’ve found a pattern you like, google it or check out ebay. I have often found it at $8.00 a yard.

#1 Aug 2, 2007 at 6:00 pm

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#2 Apr 21, 2008 at 12:34 am

Baby Nursery Decoration said:

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#3 Mar 14, 2009 at 10:11 am

Baby Nursery Decoration said:

Very cute ideas. Thank-you! I was just thinking that this site has some unique baby nursery decor with paintings of milk bottles. It would work well in the retro theme I think.

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#5 Jun 13, 2009 at 5:33 pm

The Nursery Decoration Place said:

Retro is fine and can be archived with paint, bedding, and choosing furniture to fit your style. This does not mean buying high priced items. The right furniture and bedding will say all.

#6 Sep 19, 2009 at 6:39 pm