Tree Boy

Tree Boy

He's no infant anymore. He's toddling around now and outgrowing clothes faster than you can acquire them. Your little boy is growing up into quite the big boy now, and that means it will soon be time to move him from his crib to a big boy bed. How best to make that transition in a way that's most comfortable, supportive, nurturing, and above all effective is the subject of this article.

One of the easiest ways to help your little boy have a smooth transition from a crib to a big boy's bed is to give him a bed that he can be excited about moving into (and up to). This is where a custom theme bed can provide great aid. If your little boy may have been emotionally attached to his crib, his feelings could easily change when he sees the alternative - a custom theme bed in the shape of some object of his wildest dreams.

A custom theme bed in the shape of a vehicle, for example - a boat bed, a train bed, a race car bed, or an airplane bed - will give the right little boy a one-way ticket to ride. A custom boy's castle bed will make him feel like king of his castle. If he has dreams of jungle safaris, wild animals, and life in the wild, then he'll go ape for a custom tree house bed. If he has dreams of setting sail on the Jolly Roger and searching for sunken treasure he may want a pirate ship bed.

Surely you're starting to get the idea. Simply tap into your little boy's fondest interest and have a custom children's bed maker design and build him a big boy bed inspired by that theme and he'll be naturally drawn to it, compelled to leave his crib behind in exchange for this awesome new vision of his fantasies made real.

If you wish, you can keep his bedding the same for a while, to give him the comforting feeling of some sort of continuity in the transition. Or you can have brand new custom bedding designed to match the theme of his big boy bed. Which option is best depends really on the child.

And because safety is always a concern for any parent, whatever their child's age, a custom theme bed built as a transitional bed for your child can also have protective railings, safety gates that latch from the outside, and other safety measures built into the design in a way that blends into the theme.

For example, a car or train bed can have an actual door keeping him in at night. Similarly a castle bed can have a gate or a drawbridge serving the same purpose, helping not only your little boy to stay safely in bed through the night, but giving you the security and peace of mind that helps you sleep through the night as well.

Expert interior designer Joann Means creates custom theme beds that are as appealing to a parent's need for safety as they are appealing to children's sensibilities. At Sweet Dream Children's Interiors http://www.sweetdreambed.com she and her husband Johnny Means have built a bevy of custom theme beds for young kids of any age, including those to be used as transitional beds for toddlers ready to make the switch from their cribs to big boy's and big girl's beds.

Peruse the galleries at Sweet Dream Children's Interiors http://www.sweetdreambed.com and see just how they've masterfully blended form and function, practicality and fantasy, into custom theme beds that delight both parent and child alike. Then contact the Means and see what they can do for you and your little one. Big transitions like this one don't have to be traumatic periods in a child's life. With the Means' creations, in fact, they can be times of revelation, and personal empowerment, joy and delight.

The Boy And The Tree $8.99 The Boy And The Tree

Boy and Tree $39.99 Boy and Tree - Giclee Print

Artificial Pyracantha Bonsai Tree $249.95 Artificial Pyracantha bonsai tree in leaf with fruit.

Trim a Tree Holiday Bow $1 Great festive decoration for any bonsai tree

Artificial Japanese Cedar Bonsai Tree $39.95 Artificial Japanese Cedar bonsai tree.

Artificial Japanese Boxwood Bonsai Tree $19.95 Artificial Japanese Boxwood bonsai tree with 49 leaves

Artificial Japanese Pine Bonsai Tree $29.95 Artificial Japanese Pine Bonsai tree with 103 leaves

Artificial Cedar Bonsai Tree - Group Planting $249.95 Artificial Japanese Cedar bonsai tree. Three (3) tree group.

Artificial Aralia Bonsai Tree $139.95 Please allow up to 14 days for delivery. Handcrafted Aralia bonsai tree with artificial foliage and a preserved Grapewood trunk.

Artificial Ficus Bonsai Tree $139.95 Please allow up to 14 days for delivery. Handcrafted Ficus bonsai tree with artificial foliage and a preserved Grapewood trunk.

Trim a Tree Holiday Snowman Pick $1 Festive seasonal decoration that can be used with any bonsai tree

Artificial Japanese Tea Leaf Bonsai Tree $39.95 Artificial Japanese Tea Leaf bonsai tree.

Trim a Tree Holiday Santa Clause Pick $1 Festive holiday decoration for any bonsai tree

Artificial Pine Bonsai Tree $149.95 This stunning and wonderfully crafted Pine tree with realistic looking artificial foliage is perfect for bookcases, entertainment centers or anywhere it may be impossible to grow a live bonsai tree. No watering, trimming or maintenance is required. With its timeless beauty evoking a feeling of nature, this accent piece accomodates any architectural setting. This is the ultimate in environmental control.

Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai Tree - 9 Tree Forest Group (arboricola schefflera) $149.95 This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb. In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful trouble-free evergreen. If you do not know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for the home, office dorm or anywhere and does well in lower or higher lighting conditions. We grow 9 trees together in a pot to give the appearance of a grove or forest scene.

Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai Tree Five Tree Forest Group (arboricola schefflera) $99.95 This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb. In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful trouble-free evergreen. If you don't know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for the home, office, dorm or anywhere and does well in lower or higher lighting conditions. We grow 5 trees together in a pot to give the appearance of a grove or forest scene. Great for indoors.

Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai Tree - 7 Tree Forest Group (arboricola schefflera) $129.95 This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb. In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful trouble-free evergreen. If you do not know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for the home, office dorm or anywhere and does well in lower or higher lighting conditions. We grow 7 trees together in a pot to give the appearance of a grove or forest scene. Great for indoors

Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai Tree - 3 Tree Forest Group (Arboricola Schefflera) $65.95 This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb. In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful trouble-free evergreen. If you don't know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for home, office, dorm or anywhere and does well in low to high lighting conditions. We grow three together in a pot to give the appearance of a grove or forest scene.

Artificial Prunus Bonsai Tree $59.95 The flowers and branches of the artificial tree are created from luna clay, making them very flexible and, therefore, can be adjusted to your personal preferences or left as shown in the image. Includes 14 multi-colored life-like fruit. The hand-painted flowers are so life-like that people will want to touch them to see if they are real. This tree will retain its beauty for many years to come and can be cleaned with a slightly dampened cloth.

Artificial Crabapple Bonsai Tree $59.95 The fruit and branches of this artificial tree are created from luna clay, making them very flexible and, therefore, can be adjusted to your personal preferences or left as shown in the image. The hand-painted fruit is so life-like that you can almost taste the small apples. The trunk is curved and has a nice taper. This tree will retain its beauty for many years to come and can be cleaned with a slightly dampened cloth.

Artificial Boxwood Bonsai Tree - Handcrafted $139.95 Please allow up to 14 days for delivery. Handcrafted Boxwood bonsai tree with artificial foliage and a preserved Grapewood trunk.

Artificial Azalea Bonsai Tree - Large $249.95 Please allow up to 14 days for delivery. Handcrafted Azalea bonsai tree with artificial foliage and a preserved Grapewood trunk.

Juniper Bonsai Tree - 8 - Preserved Bonsai Tree $50 Please allow up to 14 days for delivery. Neither plastic nor silk, this is a real live bonsai tree that was carefully crafted and preserved to protect its natural fragrance, color and texture indefinitely. No watering, trimming or maintenance is required. With its timeless beauty evoking a feeling of nature, this accent piece accommodates any architectural setting. Our one-of-a-kind preserved bonsai is planted in a traditional glazed imported ceramic container. This is the ultimate in environmental control.

Baby Jade Bonsai Tree Five Tree Forest Group (Portulacaria Afra) $99.95 This succulent bonsai, also known as the "Elephant Bush", is native to South Africa and has pale green leaves that are almost round and about one-third the size of the common jade plant. The fleshy trunk, branches, and leaves are used to store water. An excellent bonsai tree for the home or office. Five tree forest group.

Artificial Podocarpus Bonsai Tree - Large $149.95 Artificial Podocarpus Buddhist Pine bonsai tree with a traditional curved trunk and tiered layered branching. Has exposed roots which give the appearance of great age.

Flowering White Serissa Bonsai Tree Bonsai Tree of a Thousand Stars - Three Tree Forest Group (serissa japonica) $39.95 Tree of a Thousand Stars. The Japonica has somewhat elongated spoon shaped shiny green leaves. It is a twiggy tree that grows tighter with shearing. This northern Chinese Serissa has small white trumpet shaped blossoms. We grow three to a pot to give the appearance of a grove or forest scene.

Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai Tree-Medium (Arboricola Schefflera) $39.95 This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb. In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful "trouble-free" evergreen. If you don't know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for home, office, dorm or anywhere and does well in low to high lighting conditions. Our tree features tiny umbrella shaped leaves forming a dense green canopy. Very popular and easy indoor care.

Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai Tree - Small (arboricola schefflera) $24.95 This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb. In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful "trouble-free" evergreen. If you don't know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for home office dorm or anywhere and does well in low to high lighting conditions. Our tree features tiny umbrella shaped leaves forming a dense green canopy. Very popular and easy indoor care.

Ficus Bonsai Tree - Variegated (ficus benjamina) $115.95 The Ficus Benjamina is an indoor tropical bonsai tree that is easy to care for. The Benjamina has large dark evergreen leaves with a pointed tip that can be reduced in size by trimming. Trimming will also keep the tree tight and compact as will direct sun.

Podocarpus Bonsai Tree (podocarpus macrophyllus) $95 Aka Buddhist Pine or Chinese Yew. The Podocarpus is a dense evergreen with pointed, leathery, dark green leaves arranged on stiff, symmetrical branches. The tree which is unisexual, has male flowers in cones and female flowers composed of cylindrical thickened scales. The fruits are edible, pendiculate, fleshy and brightly colored. New floiage appears light green in color that turns darker with age. Our tree is trained in the traditional bonsai style. Grows very well albeit slowly indoors.

Artificial Japanese Maple Bonsai Tree - Small $84.85 Please allow up to 14 days for delivery. Handcrafted Japanese Maple bonsai tree with artificial foliage and a preserved Grapewood trunk.

Artificial Japanese Maple Bonsai Tree - Large $249.95 Please allow up to 14 days for delivery. Handcrafted Japanese Maple bonsai tree with artificial foliage and a preserved Grapewood trunk.

Flowering Chinese Perfume Bonsai Tree (aglaia orodata) $89.95 This aromatic tree which is native to China is classified as near threatened. The Perfume tree is a rare species and a member of the mahogany family. The Perfume tree resembles the Orange Jasmine and has highly lemon scented (sometimes called Mock Lemon) very small yellow blooms that can be enjoyed several times a year. Aglaia has many medicinal uses: orodine and ororinol obtained from this plant has cancer chemo preventative activity. Very easy to grow indoor bonsai tree.

Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai Tree - Large (arboricola schefflera) $69.95 This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb. In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful trouble-free evergreen. If you don't know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for home, office, dorm or anywhere and does well in low to high lighting conditions. Our tree features tiny umbrella shaped leaves forming a dense green canopy. This impressive trouble-free evergreen is a very popular and easy to care for indoor bonsai.

Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai Tree - Banyan Style Three (3) Tree Group ( arboricola schefflera ) $160 This is the tree that we recommend if you are inexperienced with bonsai or you do not have a green thumb. In our opinion it is one of the easiest bonsai trees to care for and is a very beautiful "trouble-free" evergreen. If you don't know which tree to purchase as a gift for someone, this is the tree to select. This versatile tree is great for home, office, dorm or anywhere and does well in low to high lighting conditions. Our tree features tiny umbrella shaped leaves forming a dense green canopy. Very popular and easy indoor care. Our Hawaiian Umbrella bonsai tree with banyan roots is truly a work of art by mother nature. Anyone would be proud to own this impressive conversation piece.

FREE SHIPPING ON THIS TREE Willow Leaf Ficus Bonsai Tree-Medium (Ficus Nerifolia/Salisafolia) $49.95 Also knows as Mexicana Ficus. Elongated, light green leaves have a striking resemblance to the popular weeping willow tree. This tree does particularly well indoors in low, moderate or high lighting conditions.

Man Trimming Bonsai Tree Ceramic Figurine - 1 1/2 $9.95 Ceramic Figurine. Man trimming bonsai tree - 1 1/2"

Man Sitting on a Rock with Bonsai Tree Miniature Ceramic Mud Figurine $8.95 Man sitting on a rock with a bonsai tree. Ceramic mud figurine with fine detail.

FREE SHIPPING ON THIS TREE Baby Jade Bonsai Tree - Large (Portulacaria Afra) $59.95 This succulent bonsai, also known as the "Elephant Bush", is native to South Africa and has pale green leaves that are almost round and about one-third the size of the common jade plant. The flwshy trunk, branches, and leaves are used to store water. An excellent bonsai tree for the home or office.

FREE SHIPPING ON THIS TREE Juniper Bonsai Tree - Large (Juniper Procumbens nana) $69.95 This dwarf Juniper from Japan is the most popular evergreen in the U.S. When we think of a traditional bonsai and what it should look like, we think of a "Juniper Procumbens Nana." It is very hardy, long-lived, and tolerates many adverse conditions. This is an excellent tree for the beginner.