The History Of Your Bed
April 29, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under About Bedding
For centuries the bed has been one of the most important items of furniture in a household.
Beds are a status symbol: the Tudor royals and noblemen showed off their wealth through their huge four-poster beds and elaborate drapes and hangings, and many people today covet a spacious and beautifully designed bed in their home.
The difference in the quality and comfort of beds has always separated rich from poor and continues to do so. While some of us enjoy the luxury of fine Egyptian cotton sheets, others around the world still prepare for the night by rolling out a simple sleeping mat.
Beds in the ancient world
The earliest beds were little more than piles of straw or other natural materials to ease the discomfort of lying on a bare, cold floor. An important change occurred when beds were first raised off the ground to protect the sleeper from draughts, dirt, and pests.
More than 3,600 years ago, the Persians filled goatskins with water to create the first water beds. In ancient Egypt, beds were made from wood and reed matting, and the bed functioned as a place to eat and entertain socially as well as to sleep.
In Homer’s Odyssey, the bed of Odysseus is described as being made of woven rope, while the ancient Romans had a variety of beds for different purposes. These included the lectus cubicularis, or chamber bed for sleeping, the lectus discubitorius, or table bed, on which up to three people would lie to eat, and the lectus funebris, on which the dead were carried to the pyre. In most ancient societies, however, only the rich would have enjoyed the luxury of sleeping in a bed.
Beds in the Middle Ages
In Saxon England, a bed typically consisted of a mattress on wooden boards, covered with quilts and fur rugs. In the later Saxon period, some beds were raised wooden platforms. Again, it was only the rich who slept in beds; everyone else spent the night on the floor huddled around the fire in the great hall.
The 13th century saw the arrival of the canopy or tester, which was suspended by cords from beams above the bed. Curtains were hung on it to block out draughts and light. Gradually bed covers became more elaborate, often incorporating gold cloth and decorative fringes. In the early 14th century, feather beds imported from France became popular in English homes. In the wealthiest households a feather bed was placed onto the matted truss (mattress) of straw, with a layer of canvas in between. The woollen blanket also appeared around this time.
The great four-poster bed was first introduced in the 15th century, probably from Austria. These beds were typically enormous with huge intricately carved pillars up to 18 inches in diameter carrying the vast weight of the wooden panelled tester. Carvings on the bed included the family coat of arms, monsters, griffins, Cupids, and knights, and drapes and tapestries were heavily embroidered in splendid colours and exotic designs. When lords travelled between manors, they frequently took their beds with them. Portable beds were known as ‘trussing’ beds and the hangings were referred to as ‘the portable chamber.’
In 1600, the bed in a poor household would consist of a timber frame with rope or leather supports. The mattress was a bag of soft filling, usually straw or sometimes wool. However, a tradesman might have several feather beds in his house, often with an elaborately carved back and posts.
The origins of the modern bed
By the mid 18th century, a greater range of materials for bedding had become available. Quality linen or cotton was used for covers, while coconut fibre, cotton, wool and horsehair filled mattresses and pillows. By the late 19th century, iron and steel frames had largely replaced the traditional timber bed.
In 1873, Sir James Paget at St Bartholomew’s Hospital first used a waterbed to treat and prevent pressure sores. The water-filled mattress allowed pressure to be evenly distributed over the body. By 1895 a few waterbeds were sold by Harrod’s via mail order. But due to a lack of suitable materials, the waterbed did not gain widespread popularity until vinyl was developed in the 1960s.
In 1900, American William Lawrence Murphy invented the space-saving ‘Murphy Bed’, which folded up into a closet. 1929 saw the arrival of expensive latex rubber mattresses, and at around the same time pocket spring mattresses were introduced. These consisted of individual springs sewn into linked fabric bags.
The pocket sprung mattress is still sold worldwide today, though new technology has enabled alternatives to be developed such as the memory foam mattress, which moulds perfectly to the shape of your body and ensures a great night’s sleep.
From an aesthetic perspective, beds made from natural materials such as pine have enjoyed a recent resurgence in popularity.
Thanks to Leigh A. Matelas for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Beds are a status symbol: the Tudor royals and noblemen showed off their wealth through their huge four-poster beds and elaborate drapes and hangings, and many people today covet a spacious and beautifully designed bed in their home.
The difference in the quality and comfort of beds has always separated rich from poor and continues to do so. While some of us enjoy the luxury of fine Egyptian cotton sheets, others around the world still prepare for the night by rolling out a simple sleeping mat.
Beds in the ancient world
The earliest beds were little more than piles of straw or other natural materials to ease the discomfort of lying on a bare, cold floor. An important change occurred when beds were first raised off the ground to protect the sleeper from draughts, dirt, and pests.
More than 3,600 years ago, the Persians filled goatskins with water to create the first water beds. In ancient Egypt, beds were made from wood and reed matting, and the bed functioned as a place to eat and entertain socially as well as to sleep.
In Homer’s Odyssey, the bed of Odysseus is described as being made of woven rope, while the ancient Romans had a variety of beds for different purposes. These included the lectus cubicularis, or chamber bed for sleeping, the lectus discubitorius, or table bed, on which up to three people would lie to eat, and the lectus funebris, on which the dead were carried to the pyre. In most ancient societies, however, only the rich would have enjoyed the luxury of sleeping in a bed.
Beds in the Middle Ages
In Saxon England, a bed typically consisted of a mattress on wooden boards, covered with quilts and fur rugs. In the later Saxon period, some beds were raised wooden platforms. Again, it was only the rich who slept in beds; everyone else spent the night on the floor huddled around the fire in the great hall.
The 13th century saw the arrival of the canopy or tester, which was suspended by cords from beams above the bed. Curtains were hung on it to block out draughts and light. Gradually bed covers became more elaborate, often incorporating gold cloth and decorative fringes. In the early 14th century, feather beds imported from France became popular in English homes. In the wealthiest households a feather bed was placed onto the matted truss (mattress) of straw, with a layer of canvas in between. The woollen blanket also appeared around this time.
The great four-poster bed was first introduced in the 15th century, probably from Austria. These beds were typically enormous with huge intricately carved pillars up to 18 inches in diameter carrying the vast weight of the wooden panelled tester. Carvings on the bed included the family coat of arms, monsters, griffins, Cupids, and knights, and drapes and tapestries were heavily embroidered in splendid colours and exotic designs. When lords travelled between manors, they frequently took their beds with them. Portable beds were known as ‘trussing’ beds and the hangings were referred to as ‘the portable chamber.’
In 1600, the bed in a poor household would consist of a timber frame with rope or leather supports. The mattress was a bag of soft filling, usually straw or sometimes wool. However, a tradesman might have several feather beds in his house, often with an elaborately carved back and posts.
The origins of the modern bed
By the mid 18th century, a greater range of materials for bedding had become available. Quality linen or cotton was used for covers, while coconut fibre, cotton, wool and horsehair filled mattresses and pillows. By the late 19th century, iron and steel frames had largely replaced the traditional timber bed.
In 1873, Sir James Paget at St Bartholomew’s Hospital first used a waterbed to treat and prevent pressure sores. The water-filled mattress allowed pressure to be evenly distributed over the body. By 1895 a few waterbeds were sold by Harrod’s via mail order. But due to a lack of suitable materials, the waterbed did not gain widespread popularity until vinyl was developed in the 1960s.
In 1900, American William Lawrence Murphy invented the space-saving ‘Murphy Bed’, which folded up into a closet. 1929 saw the arrival of expensive latex rubber mattresses, and at around the same time pocket spring mattresses were introduced. These consisted of individual springs sewn into linked fabric bags.
The pocket sprung mattress is still sold worldwide today, though new technology has enabled alternatives to be developed such as the memory foam mattress, which moulds perfectly to the shape of your body and ensures a great night’s sleep.
From an aesthetic perspective, beds made from natural materials such as pine have enjoyed a recent resurgence in popularity.
Thanks to Leigh A. Matelas for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Leigh A. Matelas is a freelance writer living in the UK. She regularly contributes articles for Taurus Beds, a leading supplier of pine beds in London.
How to Select Children Bedding Material or Fabric
April 28, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under About Bedding
The main function of children bedding is to ease the transition between huge kid beds and cribs. Children bedding is normally low to the ground, and majority of them have barriers on all sides in order to prevent your child from rolling out when sleeping. Your child will accept the smaller size of children’s bedding very easily as compared to twin bed size. You will need special toddler bed sheets for toddler bedding.
Plenty of kid’s beddings come in bedding sets. It includes, pillowcase, duvet cover, comforter, flat sheet and fitted sheet. You should purchase an extra set of children linen sheets for middle-of-the-night changes. To protect the mattress, waterproof mattress pad is an absolute must. Coordinating window treatments is available in lots of toddler sets.
Toddler bedding sets normally come in 100 percent cotton. Therefore, you do not have to worry about the washability of it. Apart from 100 percent cotton toddler bedding sets, you can also get fancy versions of toddler bedding sets in the market. Before you opt for these, remember that these fancy versions might contain materials that can have negative impact on the skin of your kid. In addition, you will face difficulty in washing these fancy versions. Taking this into account, it is of paramount importance that you check the materials first before buying toddler bedding sets.
Children beddings have become quite famous, so there is no surprise that you can get toddler bedding in any size and theme you want. For example, you can get toddler bedding in licensed characters like Disney Princess and Little Mermaid, Dora the Explorer. As your child gets older, toddler bed will retire therefore it is recommended that you select a theme, which is toddler friendly. Some of the popular toddlers bedding themes are mentioned below.
v Choo choo trains –This kind of toddler bedding theme would be a good choice for your child especially if he loves speed.
v Bugs – You can also select bug prints for your child. Decorate your child room with coordinating plastic critters.
v Dora the Explorer – Dora the explorer duvet-bedding theme is basically a cartoon inspired print. You can also purchase Dora lights and lampshades and Dora printed curtains for your kid’s bedroom.
Thanks to Jeanne for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Plenty of kid’s beddings come in bedding sets. It includes, pillowcase, duvet cover, comforter, flat sheet and fitted sheet. You should purchase an extra set of children linen sheets for middle-of-the-night changes. To protect the mattress, waterproof mattress pad is an absolute must. Coordinating window treatments is available in lots of toddler sets.
Toddler bedding sets normally come in 100 percent cotton. Therefore, you do not have to worry about the washability of it. Apart from 100 percent cotton toddler bedding sets, you can also get fancy versions of toddler bedding sets in the market. Before you opt for these, remember that these fancy versions might contain materials that can have negative impact on the skin of your kid. In addition, you will face difficulty in washing these fancy versions. Taking this into account, it is of paramount importance that you check the materials first before buying toddler bedding sets.
Children beddings have become quite famous, so there is no surprise that you can get toddler bedding in any size and theme you want. For example, you can get toddler bedding in licensed characters like Disney Princess and Little Mermaid, Dora the Explorer. As your child gets older, toddler bed will retire therefore it is recommended that you select a theme, which is toddler friendly. Some of the popular toddlers bedding themes are mentioned below.
v Choo choo trains –This kind of toddler bedding theme would be a good choice for your child especially if he loves speed.
v Bugs – You can also select bug prints for your child. Decorate your child room with coordinating plastic critters.
v Dora the Explorer – Dora the explorer duvet-bedding theme is basically a cartoon inspired print. You can also purchase Dora lights and lampshades and Dora printed curtains for your kid’s bedroom.
Thanks to Jeanne for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Article submitted by Jeanne Smith
Buying Guide For Bedding
April 26, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under About Bedding
The average person spends more than 33% of their life asleep so choosing the right bedding is very important. There are many different types of bed linen so we’ve put this guide together to help you find the perfect bedding for you.
Index
? Bed Linen Items
? Quilt Cover & Sheet Sizes
? Pillowcase Sizes
? Bed Linen Types
? What is Thread Count and why is it important?
? Egyptian Cotton & Percale Bed Linen
? Flannelette Bed Linen
? Plain Dye Bed Linen
? Kids Bed Linen
? Mattress Toppers
? Blankets & Throws
? Bed Linen Care
Bed Linen Items
? Quilt Cover
? Fitted Sheet (Standard fit)
? Fitted Sheet (Deep fit)
? Flat Sheet
? Divan Trim
? Pillowcase
Quilt Cover & Sheet Sizes
? Standard fitted sheets will fit a mattress which is 25cm (10″) deep
? Deep fitted sheets will fit a mattress which is 28cm (11″) deep
Pillow Sizes
? Housewife pillowcase - measures 50×75cm (18×30″)
? Oxford pillowcase - measures 50×75cm (18×30″) but in addition to these dimensions they have a 5cm (2″) fabric border around the outside which can be frilled or flat
? Square pillowcase - measures 65×65cm (26×26″)
? Kingsize pillowcase - measures 50×90cm (20×35″)
? Box pillowcase - this pillowcase has a gusset and it measures 48×74x10cm (19×29x4″)
? V shaped pillowcase - 92×41cm (36×16″)
Bed Linen Types
? Embellished bed linen is embroidered or brocaded with appliquéd fabrics, the embellishments give the fabric a luxurious quality.
? Printed bed linen is constructed from pre-printed fabric; there are tyles and colours to suit both modern and traditional décor.
? Dorma is a famous and well respected brand of bedding.
What is Thread Count and why is it important?
? The ‘Thread Count’ means the number of threads in a square inch of fabric.
? The higher the thread count, the finer and smoother the fabric will be.
? The higher the thread count, the better the quality of the fabric and the longer it will last.
Egyptian Cotton & Percale Bed Linen
What is Egyptian Cotton?
? 100% Cotton
? Extremely soft and luxurious
? Grown on the banks of the River Nile
? Spun, woven, finished and packed in Alexandria
Which Egyptian Cotton to choose?
Hotel Collection 300 Thread Count
? Superior quality at 300 thread count
? Soft, fine, sophisticated and elegant Egyptian Cotton sateen (sateen is a fabric with a gentle lustre)
? Available in Flat Sheets, Fitted Sheets, Pillowcases and Quilt Covers
What is Percale?
? Fabrics must have a thread count of at least 180 threads per square inch in order to be classed as percale.
? Percale can refer to cotton or polyester or a mix of the two together.
? The higher the thread count, the better quality the fabric and the longer it will last.
Flannelette Bed Linen
Why choose Flannelette?
? Made of 100% cotton but with a slightly ‘fluffier’ appearance and texture.
? Soft against the skin.
? Insulating to keep you warm in Winter yet cool in Summer.
Plain Dye Bed Linen
Why choose Plain Dye?
? Completely plain with no pattern or texture.
? Available in 9 different colours including white.
? Available in Non Iron Plain Dye to save on the ironing.
Kids Bed Linen
? There are over 25 different ranges of bed linen, bedding accessories and blankets for kids, both boys and girls including cot and pram bedding for babies.
? Most kids and babies bed linen is machine washable.
Mattress Protectors & Toppers
There are over 14 different types of mattress protector / mattress topper. Mattress toppers add volume to your mattress and therefore increase the comfort. Mattress protectors can also add comfort but are mainly used to protect your mattress from stains and spillages.
? Dry Nights mattress protectors: specially designed to be super absorbent with an inner core which draws moisture away from the body whilst also preventing damage to your mattress.
? Anti Allergy mattress protector: with ‘Everfresh’ protection against allergy, bacteria and dust mites.
? Double Fill mattress protector : luxury polycotton with thick polyester filling.
? Triple Fill mattress protector : 50% cotton / 50% polyester filling with 30 cm (12″) extra deep skirt to fit all mattresses.
? Slumberland mattress protector: 100% cotton filled with soft feather and down.
? Memory Foam mattress topper: mouldable for complete neck and spine support.
? Waterproof mattress protector: guaranteed to be 100% waterproof with ‘Everfresh’ antibacterial protection
? Pillow Protector: with ‘Everfresh’ protection against allergy, bacteria and dust mites.
? Sleep System: a full bed protection set including mattress protector, quilt protector and pillow protector
Everfresh bedding stays fresh and clean for longer helping to protect you from dust mites and all kinds of bacteria and fungi that like to share your bed with you. Everfresh has a non allergenic filling and all items in the range are machine washable.
Blankets & Throws
? Thermosoft blankets are made from microfibre which means they’re as warm as wool but without the weight.
? Many other blankets and throws are available.
Bed Linen Care
? We recommend you wash your bedding once a week following the manufacturers’ instructions on washing, drying and ironing.
? These instructions may be found on the packaging or on labels sewn into the inside seam of each individual item.
Thanks to Louise Barlow for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Index
? Bed Linen Items
? Quilt Cover & Sheet Sizes
? Pillowcase Sizes
? Bed Linen Types
? What is Thread Count and why is it important?
? Egyptian Cotton & Percale Bed Linen
? Flannelette Bed Linen
? Plain Dye Bed Linen
? Kids Bed Linen
? Mattress Toppers
? Blankets & Throws
? Bed Linen Care
Bed Linen Items
? Quilt Cover
? Fitted Sheet (Standard fit)
? Fitted Sheet (Deep fit)
? Flat Sheet
? Divan Trim
? Pillowcase
Quilt Cover & Sheet Sizes
? Standard fitted sheets will fit a mattress which is 25cm (10″) deep
? Deep fitted sheets will fit a mattress which is 28cm (11″) deep
Pillow Sizes
? Housewife pillowcase - measures 50×75cm (18×30″)
? Oxford pillowcase - measures 50×75cm (18×30″) but in addition to these dimensions they have a 5cm (2″) fabric border around the outside which can be frilled or flat
? Square pillowcase - measures 65×65cm (26×26″)
? Kingsize pillowcase - measures 50×90cm (20×35″)
? Box pillowcase - this pillowcase has a gusset and it measures 48×74x10cm (19×29x4″)
? V shaped pillowcase - 92×41cm (36×16″)
Bed Linen Types
? Embellished bed linen is embroidered or brocaded with appliquéd fabrics, the embellishments give the fabric a luxurious quality.
? Printed bed linen is constructed from pre-printed fabric; there are tyles and colours to suit both modern and traditional décor.
? Dorma is a famous and well respected brand of bedding.
What is Thread Count and why is it important?
? The ‘Thread Count’ means the number of threads in a square inch of fabric.
? The higher the thread count, the finer and smoother the fabric will be.
? The higher the thread count, the better the quality of the fabric and the longer it will last.
Egyptian Cotton & Percale Bed Linen
What is Egyptian Cotton?
? 100% Cotton
? Extremely soft and luxurious
? Grown on the banks of the River Nile
? Spun, woven, finished and packed in Alexandria
Which Egyptian Cotton to choose?
Hotel Collection 300 Thread Count
? Superior quality at 300 thread count
? Soft, fine, sophisticated and elegant Egyptian Cotton sateen (sateen is a fabric with a gentle lustre)
? Available in Flat Sheets, Fitted Sheets, Pillowcases and Quilt Covers
What is Percale?
? Fabrics must have a thread count of at least 180 threads per square inch in order to be classed as percale.
? Percale can refer to cotton or polyester or a mix of the two together.
? The higher the thread count, the better quality the fabric and the longer it will last.
Flannelette Bed Linen
Why choose Flannelette?
? Made of 100% cotton but with a slightly ‘fluffier’ appearance and texture.
? Soft against the skin.
? Insulating to keep you warm in Winter yet cool in Summer.
Plain Dye Bed Linen
Why choose Plain Dye?
? Completely plain with no pattern or texture.
? Available in 9 different colours including white.
? Available in Non Iron Plain Dye to save on the ironing.
Kids Bed Linen
? There are over 25 different ranges of bed linen, bedding accessories and blankets for kids, both boys and girls including cot and pram bedding for babies.
? Most kids and babies bed linen is machine washable.
Mattress Protectors & Toppers
There are over 14 different types of mattress protector / mattress topper. Mattress toppers add volume to your mattress and therefore increase the comfort. Mattress protectors can also add comfort but are mainly used to protect your mattress from stains and spillages.
? Dry Nights mattress protectors: specially designed to be super absorbent with an inner core which draws moisture away from the body whilst also preventing damage to your mattress.
? Anti Allergy mattress protector: with ‘Everfresh’ protection against allergy, bacteria and dust mites.
? Double Fill mattress protector : luxury polycotton with thick polyester filling.
? Triple Fill mattress protector : 50% cotton / 50% polyester filling with 30 cm (12″) extra deep skirt to fit all mattresses.
? Slumberland mattress protector: 100% cotton filled with soft feather and down.
? Memory Foam mattress topper: mouldable for complete neck and spine support.
? Waterproof mattress protector: guaranteed to be 100% waterproof with ‘Everfresh’ antibacterial protection
? Pillow Protector: with ‘Everfresh’ protection against allergy, bacteria and dust mites.
? Sleep System: a full bed protection set including mattress protector, quilt protector and pillow protector
Everfresh bedding stays fresh and clean for longer helping to protect you from dust mites and all kinds of bacteria and fungi that like to share your bed with you. Everfresh has a non allergenic filling and all items in the range are machine washable.
Blankets & Throws
? Thermosoft blankets are made from microfibre which means they’re as warm as wool but without the weight.
? Many other blankets and throws are available.
Bed Linen Care
? We recommend you wash your bedding once a week following the manufacturers’ instructions on washing, drying and ironing.
? These instructions may be found on the packaging or on labels sewn into the inside seam of each individual item.
Thanks to Louise Barlow for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
To explore our range of bed linen and bedroom accessories further, please visit our website at http://www.dunelm-mill.com
Christmas Baby Bedding Set - A Priceless Gift For Your Little Angel!
April 23, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under About Bedding
Perhaps your little cherub is too young to comprehend the joyous and festive celebrations of Christmas, but surely you would not want to leave him or her out of gift list, here’s a unique option for you - a special Christmas baby bedding set, something that will remind your child of your thoughtfulness years later!
Face it, you’ll have to do a bit of assembling pieces together to create the Christmas baby bedding set, but you I’m sure you’d do anything for your own angel! You don’t have to grope in the dark, here’s a list of things and the store you can purchase them from:
Online Stores has a perfect and assorted range of such products that you can choose from! Like, Dance With Joy ”The Nativity” Christmas Fitted Baby Bassinet Sheet, Dance With Joy ”The Nativity” Christmas Fitted Baby Crib and Toddler Sheet that will excellently coordinate with their Christmas Handmade Baby Bedding Comforter depicting ”The Nativity” !
They also stock Christmas Bears and Stockings on Cream Handmade Fitted Crib Sheet, Christmas Bows and Holly Handmade Fitted Baby Bassinet Sheet , Christmas Bows and Holly Handmade Fitted Baby Bassinet Sheet, Christmas Stockings & Gifts Handmade Toddler Pillowcase etc..
There’s more, Christmas Tree Handmade Baby Bed Skirt, Gabrielle’s Fleece Blue Baby Blanket and Gift Set ( this set comes in Pink, Green and Yellow shades too)! The variety for each of these items is huge!
Nevertheless, in case you have any difficulty in getting them together, there are two other alternatives, you can either go for the readily assembled Christmas Trains & Candy Canes 5-piece Handmade Baby Bedding Crib Set. Or else there’s an array of patterned fabrics of numerous designs like Christmas Trains and Candy Canes Fabric, Christmas Trains and Candy Canes Fabric, Festive Christmas on Green Fabric, Christmas Joy and Cheer on Red Fabric, Christmas Joy and Merry Christmas Fabric and so on. You can buy these by the yard and then let your tailor make Crib and bassinet sheets, pillowcases, bed skirts, bumpers, comforters etc. using the same theme! You can add Santa Clause inflatable to add to your baby’s delight.
Gift Packaging Ideas
Why not present your gift a little different this year, while you’re at it? Instead of placing your bedding in a box and wrapping it, place it in a large gift basket, adding small trinkets inside as gifts, too, like a rattle, small stuffed animals, and other trinkets for the bedroom and child.
Package it with some pillows, a bed ruffle, sheet set and lamp with coordinating lamp shade. Add a homemade quilt or one you find online for a great price. All in all you have it, your Christmas baby bedding set - a priceless gift for your little angel!
This unique Christmas baby bedding set, will not only remind your child of the special essence of mother and child bonding you share all through the Christmases and nativities for the following years, but also serve as a special heirloom that can be passed down the generations.
Thanks to D Southard for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Face it, you’ll have to do a bit of assembling pieces together to create the Christmas baby bedding set, but you I’m sure you’d do anything for your own angel! You don’t have to grope in the dark, here’s a list of things and the store you can purchase them from:
Online Stores has a perfect and assorted range of such products that you can choose from! Like, Dance With Joy ”The Nativity” Christmas Fitted Baby Bassinet Sheet, Dance With Joy ”The Nativity” Christmas Fitted Baby Crib and Toddler Sheet that will excellently coordinate with their Christmas Handmade Baby Bedding Comforter depicting ”The Nativity” !
They also stock Christmas Bears and Stockings on Cream Handmade Fitted Crib Sheet, Christmas Bows and Holly Handmade Fitted Baby Bassinet Sheet , Christmas Bows and Holly Handmade Fitted Baby Bassinet Sheet, Christmas Stockings & Gifts Handmade Toddler Pillowcase etc..
There’s more, Christmas Tree Handmade Baby Bed Skirt, Gabrielle’s Fleece Blue Baby Blanket and Gift Set ( this set comes in Pink, Green and Yellow shades too)! The variety for each of these items is huge!
Nevertheless, in case you have any difficulty in getting them together, there are two other alternatives, you can either go for the readily assembled Christmas Trains & Candy Canes 5-piece Handmade Baby Bedding Crib Set. Or else there’s an array of patterned fabrics of numerous designs like Christmas Trains and Candy Canes Fabric, Christmas Trains and Candy Canes Fabric, Festive Christmas on Green Fabric, Christmas Joy and Cheer on Red Fabric, Christmas Joy and Merry Christmas Fabric and so on. You can buy these by the yard and then let your tailor make Crib and bassinet sheets, pillowcases, bed skirts, bumpers, comforters etc. using the same theme! You can add Santa Clause inflatable to add to your baby’s delight.
Gift Packaging Ideas
Why not present your gift a little different this year, while you’re at it? Instead of placing your bedding in a box and wrapping it, place it in a large gift basket, adding small trinkets inside as gifts, too, like a rattle, small stuffed animals, and other trinkets for the bedroom and child.
Package it with some pillows, a bed ruffle, sheet set and lamp with coordinating lamp shade. Add a homemade quilt or one you find online for a great price. All in all you have it, your Christmas baby bedding set - a priceless gift for your little angel!
This unique Christmas baby bedding set, will not only remind your child of the special essence of mother and child bonding you share all through the Christmases and nativities for the following years, but also serve as a special heirloom that can be passed down the generations.
Thanks to D Southard for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Can Electric Adjustable Bed Relieve the Pain?
April 22, 2009 by Discount Luxury Bedding
Filed under About Bedding
Discover if Electric Adjustable Beds Actually Provide any Health Benefits or Not
Every person needs a good and restful sleep. In the end, we spend one third of our lives in bed. So wouldn’t it be wise to make sure that we get a comfortable sleep during the night?
Of course it would.
But you’d be amazed if you knew how many people are sleeping on uncomfortable beds and still do not do anything about it. They complain about various aches they have in the morning and still sleep on regular, many times old, flat beds and mattresses.
It doesn’t have to be this way.
When there are so many adjustable beds of all shapes and sizes on the market out there, it’s definitely not worth keeping your old bed and continue to worsen your health. Don’t you agree?
Sure, but here comes a question: Can electric adjustable beds actually deliver what they promise?
We have heard many stories about adjustable beds. Many people say that electric adjustable beds have significantly reduced the back or neck-pain that they had. Some say they do not feel any swollen legs or feet anymore.
Let’s see if electric beds can actually help you.
Health Benefits of Electric Adjustable Beds
When sleeping on flat beds, your body is in tension. Our bodies are not flat, they’re curved. So when your body sleeps on flat bed, it feels discomfort, because it can’t normally adjust to the bed.
So how adjustable beds are different?
First of all, adjustable beds can be adjusted. You can increase the incline angle of electric adjustable bed right under the head. So your neck will be in more appropriate position. Second, if you pick quality mattress, like memory foam mattress, your body won’t even need to adjust to the bed. Memory foam mattress will automatically adjust to your body. So you won’t feel any discomfort and your body will lie in more natural position.
This can significantly reduce back pain, neck pain, shoulder tension, pelvic aches.
Blood Circulation and Asthma Problems
Many people complain about swollen legs and feet. When they get back from hard working day and lie in bed, the tension isn’t gone away. So in the morning they feel various aches and find it hard to get up and walk.
Electric adjustable beds might help people in this situation too.
First of all, if you slightly elevate the part of adjustable bed under legs, your blood circulation will increase. Second, if you choose memory foam mattress, you’ll also increase the circulation, because memory foam mattress reduces pressure points that you get when sleeping on regular (flat) beds.
It can increase circulation, reduce leg and feet swelling, reduce back pain and breathing difficulties for asthma patients.
Also, if you slightly incline the angle of your upper body, you make your breathing much easier. Asthma patients reported that when sleeping with their upper body part elevated, they feel less discomfort and experience easier breathing.
Conclusion
There are actually more health benefits reported that electric adjustable beds are able to provide.
If you can’t get a relaxing night’s sleep, feel discomfort in your feet or legs, have difficulties breathing, feel neck or backaches in the morning, then a quality electric adjustable bed is what you really need. These health benefits that adjustable beds provide are not myths. These are facts that many patients have reported.
If you want a really comfortable sleep, then don’t think any further than good electric adjustable bed. Don’t save your money at the expense of your health. Spend a thousand or few on a quality adjustable bed that will give you a comfortable sleep and much less discomfort than your regular flat bed.
Thanks to Monty for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
Every person needs a good and restful sleep. In the end, we spend one third of our lives in bed. So wouldn’t it be wise to make sure that we get a comfortable sleep during the night?
Of course it would.
But you’d be amazed if you knew how many people are sleeping on uncomfortable beds and still do not do anything about it. They complain about various aches they have in the morning and still sleep on regular, many times old, flat beds and mattresses.
It doesn’t have to be this way.
When there are so many adjustable beds of all shapes and sizes on the market out there, it’s definitely not worth keeping your old bed and continue to worsen your health. Don’t you agree?
Sure, but here comes a question: Can electric adjustable beds actually deliver what they promise?
We have heard many stories about adjustable beds. Many people say that electric adjustable beds have significantly reduced the back or neck-pain that they had. Some say they do not feel any swollen legs or feet anymore.
Let’s see if electric beds can actually help you.
Health Benefits of Electric Adjustable Beds
When sleeping on flat beds, your body is in tension. Our bodies are not flat, they’re curved. So when your body sleeps on flat bed, it feels discomfort, because it can’t normally adjust to the bed.
So how adjustable beds are different?
First of all, adjustable beds can be adjusted. You can increase the incline angle of electric adjustable bed right under the head. So your neck will be in more appropriate position. Second, if you pick quality mattress, like memory foam mattress, your body won’t even need to adjust to the bed. Memory foam mattress will automatically adjust to your body. So you won’t feel any discomfort and your body will lie in more natural position.
This can significantly reduce back pain, neck pain, shoulder tension, pelvic aches.
Blood Circulation and Asthma Problems
Many people complain about swollen legs and feet. When they get back from hard working day and lie in bed, the tension isn’t gone away. So in the morning they feel various aches and find it hard to get up and walk.
Electric adjustable beds might help people in this situation too.
First of all, if you slightly elevate the part of adjustable bed under legs, your blood circulation will increase. Second, if you choose memory foam mattress, you’ll also increase the circulation, because memory foam mattress reduces pressure points that you get when sleeping on regular (flat) beds.
It can increase circulation, reduce leg and feet swelling, reduce back pain and breathing difficulties for asthma patients.
Also, if you slightly incline the angle of your upper body, you make your breathing much easier. Asthma patients reported that when sleeping with their upper body part elevated, they feel less discomfort and experience easier breathing.
Conclusion
There are actually more health benefits reported that electric adjustable beds are able to provide.
If you can’t get a relaxing night’s sleep, feel discomfort in your feet or legs, have difficulties breathing, feel neck or backaches in the morning, then a quality electric adjustable bed is what you really need. These health benefits that adjustable beds provide are not myths. These are facts that many patients have reported.
If you want a really comfortable sleep, then don’t think any further than good electric adjustable bed. Don’t save your money at the expense of your health. Spend a thousand or few on a quality adjustable bed that will give you a comfortable sleep and much less discomfort than your regular flat bed.
Thanks to Monty for contributing this article to our Bedding blog:
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