For many cultures, the start of a New Year is often coupled with traditions to ensure good fortune. And if you’re expecting a newborn at this time of year, a great idea for decorating the nursery is to include one or more of these symbols into the décor.
We’ve picked a couple of good luck symbols and found some adorable nursery décor, including personalized growth charts, bedding, lighting, mobiles, etc.
Red is a symbol of good luck and happiness in China and in Spain it’s tradition to wear a pair of new red underwear on New Year’s Eve for good luck. (shown: Perfect Pennant personalized growth chart, Ducduc Red Dylan Crib, DIY Elephant Lamp)
Water – a nautical theme is often used for summer babies, but water cleanses away any bad fortune and makes a beautiful theme year round. (Under the Sea personalized growth chart, Coastal Living Wave Hello Rug, Ocean Depths Blue Baby Mobile)
A range of different foods (lentils, mangoes, bread, etc) and sweets are eaten in different cultures as a sign the New Year will be a sweet and bountiful one. (Shown: We All Scream personalized growth chart, Candy Land Fabric Mobile, Consider Yourself Hugged Ice Cream Lovie Blanket)
Have you incorporated a good luck symbol into your baby’s nursery? How did you do it, with personalized growth charts, bedding, lighting, mobiles, etc.?