September 2009
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Kids Today
LaJobi moves to larger space
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
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LIVE FROM ABC – LaJobi has moved into a larger booth here to spotlight its growing collections.
“We have so much to offer,” said Barbara Rogers, director of marketing and product development. “We have so many case pieces, we went from a 3,000- to 4,500-sq.-ft. booth.”
Debuting here are the Graco Avalon glider and ottoman and the Graco Charleston crib and dressing table. These two collections join others LaJobi has added this year.
Francais has a Lifestyle Crib in antique cream. Case goods are antique cream with a Charleston cherry top and include a five-drawer, small chest, double dresser and nightstand.
“Francais is inspired by an antique collection that looks like someone pulled it out of Grandma’s attic,” said Rogers. “The (case good) tops are distressed and knobs are acrylic.”
Seaside is a transitional, casual collection with baskets in the case pieces in place of the top two drawers. Available in dark walnut or classic white, the collection includes a Lifestyle Crib, five-drawer, double dresser and nightstand.
“People decorate their nursery like they decorate the rest of their house,” said Rogers.
The Shelby Collection features an island crib.
“You can use it in an apartment or smaller home, and it can be put in the middle of the room,” said Rogers. “It has stationary sides and is in compliance with safety regulations, and the rails are shorter for a petite person.”
Nursery 101 is a new brand that launched in June, offering an opening price point.
“It’s targeted to people above the $25k income,” said Rogers. It came about based on research from Mintel, which showed population shifts and the Hispanic market with the fastest growth in birth rates.
“They want beautiful furniture that is quality, but not a high price point,” she said. A package called Baby Room Basics retails at $179 for a crib and changer. Nursery 101 also includes a four-drawer dresser and two other case goods.
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About.com
Top 10 Baby Cribs Under $250
By Heather Corley, About.com
August 2009
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Stylish baby cribs traditionally have an equally fantastic price tag. Thanks to a new crop of budget-savvy parents, baby crib manufacturers now make plenty of budget baby cribs that have all of the style and features of expensive counterparts. The only difference you'll see in many of these baby cribs is the discount price! If you're on a budget, never fear. You can create a stylish baby nursery with less cost than ever, thanks to these great baby cribs under $250.
1. Baby Mod Cadence 4-in-1 Crib
Baby Mod is a division of Million Dollar Baby, a company that sells cribs in higher price ranges at specialty stores. Baby Mod's Cadence crib has all of the style and durability of a higher-priced crib, but it costs less than $250. Rolled edges on the front and back rail, plus curvy, detailed wood on the legs give this crib an elegant look. The Cadence crib is available in four finishes and has four mattress height positions. The toddler bed rail is included with this crib (it's a separate purchase for many cribs) and you can also convert it to a day bed and headboard / footboard (bed rails or frame needed). No drop sides.
2. Graco Dakota Classic Crib
Eco-friendly cribs are quite popular now, but usually the prices are a bit high for budget shoppers. The Graco Dakota Classic Crib offers an eco-friendly option for about $200, though. All of the wooden components are from sustainable forests and are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council through the Rainforest Alliance Smartwood Program. The dark finish is water-based and even the packaging is made from recycled or recyclable materials. The crib has three mattress height positions, caster wheels, and converts to a day bed, toddler bed and full-size headboard. No drop sides.
3. DwellStudio Silver Lake Crib
If you're looking for a sleek, modern crib at a budget price, the DwellStudio Silver Lake crib offers straight white slats flanked by contrasting light or dark wood end rails. Two drawers underneath have heavy-duty metal slides, which is a nice touch at this price range. The crib has three mattress height positions and is made of solid wood. No drop sides. Converts to a full-size bed. About $250.
4. Graco Shelby Classic Convertible Crib
This stationary crib has pretty details on the sides that mimic high-end baby furniture. The Graco Shelby Classic 4-in-1 Crib has rolled, sleigh-like sides on top, and features three mattress height positions and a lower profile that makes it easier to reach in to pick up your baby. This crib converts to a toddler bed, day bed and full-size headboard (bed rails or bed frame needed). It's available in a dark cappuccino finish and costs about $230. No drop sides.
5. StorkCraft Meaghan Baby Crib
The side rails of the StorkCraft Meaghan crib are sleigh-style with rolled edges, while the back rail is gracefully arched to create a beautiful focal point for baby's nursery. The crib legs also curve outward and have rounded feet. The Meaghan crib converts to a full-size headboard and footboard. It is available in five finishes and has a single-piece adjustable mattress support. No drop sides. About $250.
6. Da Vinci Jenny Lind Baby Crib
A Jenny Lind crib offers classic styling, usually at a budget price, and this Jenny Lind crib from Da Vinci is no exception. The crib's slats are turned and curvy rather than straight, adding visual interest. Four mattress levels, caster wheels and a "safety glide" drop side system add convenience for parents. A conversion kit is available separately to change the crib into a toddler bed.
7. Dream On Me Sleigh Convertible Baby Crib
Sleek but classic sleigh curves add interest to this crib from Dream On Me. Three mattress heights allow for growing room, while caster wheels and a single drop-side give parents an easier time in the nursery. You can convert this crib to a day bed easily. Five finishes are available, including white, black and wood tones.
8. Graco Sarah Baby Crib
Another 4 in 1 crib, the Graco Sarah crib converts to a toddler bed, day bed and headboard for a full size bed, but has a great low price. The roll top rails on the head and foot boards add a pretty touch, as do the curved corner pieces, while the straight slats look sleek and classic. The three position mattress support offers enough heights to accommodate a growing baby. This crib also has caster wheels and a single drop side.
9. Storkcraft Sandra Baby Crib
This basic baby crib from Storkcraft has pretty, curved end rails and straight slats. The one-hand "list and drop" drop side release is really convenient when your other arm is busy with baby. The Sandra crib offers three mattress heights and caster wheels for convenience. While this crib doesn't offer a lot of frills, it is definitely a cozy space for your baby at a very reasonable price - probably one of the lowest priced full size cribs available.
10. Graco Lauren Convertible Drop-Side Baby Crib
Available in three finishes - white, natural and espresso - the Graco Lauren drop-side crib has a mission-style look with clean lines and a decorative back rail. This crib converts to a toddler bed, daybed and full-size headboard, so you can use it well past your baby's first years. The casters on the bottom make it easy to move the crib around when necessary. Three mattress heights accommodate your growing child safely.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Bedroom Magazine
LaJobi’s First Budget-Friendly & Eco-Friendly Graco Juvenile Furniture Collection
The Dakota Collection Includes Crib, Dressing Table
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August 3, 2009 - Back in June, LaJobi, Inc., a designer, manufacturer and distributor of leading brands of juvenile furniture announced the introduction of The Dakota Collection, Graco’s first eco-friendly nursery furniture to be sold exclusively at Wal-Mart. Known as a quality, trusted name in juvenile furnishings, LaJobi Inc. continues the fine tradition of creating elegant, comfortable nursery furniture with this exceptional line.
Eco-friendly for the kids’ market on tight budget
While many consumers today strive to purchase eco-friendly products for ecological and health reasons, eco-friendly decorating solutions are also often associated with a high price tag. However, with a manufacturers' suggested retail price of $199.97 and the Dressing Table at $129.97, the Dakota Collection allows budget conscious parents to feel great about providing an environmentally friendly haven for baby.
The Dakota Collection is the first Graco Baby Furniture to be eco friendly, certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). All wooden components of the 2-piece collection are sustainable woods, certified to the standards of the FSC by the Rainforest Alliance SmartWood Program.
The Dakota Classic Crib features no moving parts and has a 3-position mattress platform that adjusts as baby grows. JPMA, ASTM and CPSC safety certified, the crib converts to a toddler bed (no guard rail needed), day bed and full size headboard (bed frame and mattress not included). Four sturdy rollers – two which lock – make mobility easy. The crib requires assembly, and comes with a five year limited warranty.
The Dakota Dressing Table coordinates beautifully to provide a safe area to dress and change baby. Features easily accessible open design with abundant storage space. Includes two fixed shelves for storing clothing and baby's accessories. Changing area equipped with built-in safety strap for added security. Includes four sturdy rollers (2 locking) for ease of mobility. Both the Dakota Crib and Dressing Table come in a warm Dark Walnut finish that is luxurious and stylish. Available at Wal-Mart stores nationally and at www.walmart.com.
Retailers should visit www.lajobi.com for more information on Lajobi Inc. or the Dakota Collection.
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About.com Baby Products
Heather's Baby Products Blog
By Heather Corley, About.com Guide to Baby Products since 2004
Hot Baby Products: Graco Dakota Classic Eco-Friendly Crib
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Thursday June 18, 2009
Eco-friendly baby products and nursery furniture are incredibly popular today, but many times they come with a high price tag. If you'd like to create an eco-friendly nursery for your baby but don't have a big budget, take a look at the Graco Dakota Classic crib. This dark-finish crib has classic lines and is made of sustainable woods, which are certified to Forest Stewardship Council standards by the Rainforest Alliance SmartWood Program. The crib's finish is water-based, and the whole thing is packaged in recycled or recyclable materials. There are no moving sides on the Graco Dakota Classic crib, which is in line with current crib safety trends. It has three mattress support positions, caster wheels and it converts to a toddler bed, day bed and full-size headboard. It's available for about $200 on Walmart.com. A matching, eco-friendly Dakota changing table is available for about $130.
Trend: Two-tone
Childrens Furniture in two colors
Gerri Hunt and Jenny Heinzen York -- Kids Today, 6/1/2009
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Two tones can be twice as nice, as evidenced by a wave of new products hitting the kids market that feature two-toned finishes. Whether marrying wood tones with cream, black or other complementing woods, or making the leap into bolder color combinations, this hot trend packs double the punch.
LaJobi's Francais collection looks like it was just pulled out of grandma's attic. The case pieces are finished in a distressed antique cream with a Charleston cherry top, with acrylic knobs. Double dresser, $800, 609-409-2495
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Thursday, April 2, 2009
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LaJobi debuts eco-friendly Graco furniture collection
Dakota includes crib, dressing table
March 25, 2009
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The Dakota Collection by LaJobi, Graco’s first eco-friendly furniture, will be sold exclusively at Wal-Mart. The collection includes a crib and dressing table.
All wooden components are sustainable woods
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| Graco's Dakota Collection by LaJobi is eco-friendly. |
All of the collection’s finishes are water based, and packaging is from recycled or recyclable materials.
The Dakota Classic Crib features no moving parts and has a three-position mattress platform that adjusts easily as baby grows.
The crib converts to a toddler bed (no guard rail needed), day bed and full size headboard (bed frame and mattress not included). Four sturdy rollers – two which lock – make mobility easy. It is JPMA, ASTM and CPSC safety certified. It requires assembly, and comes with a five year limited warranty.
The collection is available in a dark walnut finish is rich and stylish.
The crib retails for $199.97 and the dressing table for $129.97.
Friday, March 6, 2009
Serta Perfect Balance crib mattress giveaway
Mar 04, 2009
Sweet Dreams for Your Little One
They say that the secret to a good night’s sleep is a good mattress and pillow. “A worn mattress is like an old running shoe,” says Bert Jacobson, a professor of health and human performance at Oklahoma State University. “It loses its support and its comfort.”Is this true for babies? Just as your own sleep is affected by the type of mattress you have, so does your baby’s crib mattress affect his sleep. Finding the right baby mattress is very important to help ensure a good night’s sleep for your little one.The Serta Perfect Balance crib mattress provides just the right amount of support and comfort, AND it’s eco-friendly!
Made with organic cotton fill, the Serta Perfect Balance crib mattress cradles baby in a healthy, natural environment. Designed with comfort and durability in mind, the mattress features continuous heavy coils, flex mesh support and six-gauge border wire. A heavily laminated cover made without Phthalates protects from dust mites and bacteria, and there are eight air vents keep the mattress fresh while providing a safe sleeping surface. The crib mattress, which also fits a toddler bed and retails for $199.99
My littlest guy has been enjoying a Serta Perfect Balance crib mattress, now maybe your little one can, too! That’s right, you can enter to win a brand new crib mattress!
My littlest guy has been enjoying a Serta Perfect Balance crib mattress, now maybe your little one can, too! That’s right, you can enter to win a brand new crib mattress!
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Win An Eco-Friendly Sleep Set Sponsored By LaJobi! (A $1,128 Value!)
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Featuring the eco-friendly “La Madre” Crib by Bonavita (an $800 value), inspired by nature and the influence of the Oriental theory of design, the eco-friendly La Madre Collection features sustainable woods and environmentally-safe finishes and glues. The Harvest Cherry La Madre Crib is sophisticated, simple and clean, with a contrasting touch of bamboo. Fashioned from natural bamboo veneers and hardwood, the La Madre Collection places a special focus on the environment in accordance with today’s desire to revisit how products are manufactured.
All of La Madre’s outer packaging will contain recycled materials and inner packaging will be biodegradable and all marketing materials for La Madre will use FSC certified papers and printers. Also included is the Serta Perfect Balance crib mattress- the first environmentally friendly Serta crib mattress is the latest in sleep innovation (a $179 value) and Kids Line Willow collection of 100% certified organic cotton bedding with eco-friendly dyes (a $149 value). All products are good for your baby’s health and good for our planet! That’s over a $1,100 value!
Click here to enter to win the Eco-Friendly Sleep Set from LaJobi!
And, be sure to come back NEXT Monday to see what you could win in our next giveaway!
Online entries must be received between 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time (”ET”) on 2/2/09 and 11:59 p.m. (ET) on 2/8/09. See Official Rules.
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Win An Eco-Friendly Sleep Set Sponsored By LaJobi! (A $1,128 Value!)
Featuring the eco-friendly “La Madre” Crib by Bonavita (an $800 value), inspired by nature and the influence of the Oriental theory of design, the eco-friendly La Madre Collection features sustainable woods and environmentally-safe finishes and glues. The Harvest Cherry La Madre Crib is sophisticated, simple and clean, with a contrasting touch of bamboo. Fashioned from natural bamboo veneers and hardwood, the La Madre Collection places a special focus on the environment in accordance with today’s desire to revisit how products are manufactured.
All of La Madre’s outer packaging will contain recycled materials and inner packaging will be biodegradable and all marketing materials for La Madre will use FSC certified papers and printers. Also included is the Serta Perfect Balance crib mattress- the first environmentally friendly Serta crib mattress is the latest in sleep innovation (a $179 value) and Kids Line Willow collection of 100% certified organic cotton bedding with eco-friendly dyes (a $149 value). All products are good for your baby’s health and good for our planet! That’s over a $1,100 value!
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