As you may have already noticed, there is a huge surge in “mini me” clothing popping up all over. What exactly is this “mini me”? This “mini me” couture effect is basically a term used for parents wanting their children to look and dress like they do. With the vast amount of information on the Internet and the constant celebrity exposure, our children are growing up with a lot more options than we ever had. Designers are churning out pint size renditions of clothes that are on runways every season. However, not every parent is jumping on this band wagon. In our family outings, I still see children dressed in p.j.’s or t-shirts that are witty yet sloppy.

Does how you dress your child reflect on your personality and lifestyle?

I always look to the parents to see how they are dressed. It’s usually the same. Most of the style stems from the parents. Children in more ways than one are a direct reflection of their mommy and daddy.

With this being said, I don’t think the “mini me” idea is so bad. We all know families that always look put together. Why not create that culture with your own children? I am not saying that appearance is the most important issue in a kid’s life. But appearance speaks for itself. What’s wrong with dressing the part? Your child will grow and learn to take pride in how they look and will in turn pass this to their children.

What Should be your Child’s Look – Classic or Trendy?

When you think of the look you want your child to convey, do you think classy or trendy? I came up with the following conclusions:

1) Trendy clothes are super adorable on children as long as they are tasteful.

2) Classic styles and brands of clothes are nice to have for those formal times such as weddings, portraits, graduations, etc…

3) Trendy clothes in classic colors make for a great clean, modern look.

Whatever style or look you choose for your child, let it be a tasteful expression of who your child is!

Finally, How to Praise Your Child?

The following are 7 definitive ways on how to praise your child:

1. Look your child in the eye.

2. Move close to your child and down to their eye level.

3. Smile. Smile is a curve that keeps everything straight.

4. Praise a specific behavior. “You did such a great job cleaning up your bedroom.”

5. Speak with feeling and sincerity. Do not hurt your child’s sentiments.

6. Touch your child affectionately, maybe a pat on the back or stroke of an arm.

7. Praise immediately, as soon as you notice commendable behavior.

"Your praise should be honest and specific. Don’t dilute the effectiveness of praise by overdoing it or being insincere. Older children especially will pick up on your exaggeration."

Little girls would love their room to be a life size doll house, because it’s one of the toys that they love playing with. Designing a doll house themed room requires a lot of planning and creativity. Read on these tips to help you design a doll house themed bedroom for your child.

• Decorate the wall: The wall occupies a large portion on your child’s room making it very noticeable. Beautify your child’s wall with the use of wall papers that have interesting patterns and colors like lavender floral prints. You may also paint your child’s wall with pastel colors like pink, yellow and orange. Put different doll print posters on your child’s wall to accentuate her newly designed wall.

• Use lovely furniture pieces: Get inspiration from the furniture used in doll houses. Most often, the furniture in doll houses come in classic designs. But, classic furniture might not be age-appropriate for your child so choose classic furniture in light and soothing colors. Check poster printing materials online to see samples of doll house-inspired furniture that you can use in your child’s bedroom. If your child owns a doll collection, arrange them on a pastel colored shelf to create a doll house atmosphere for her bedroom.

• Ask for your child’s opinion. Children have a wide imagination and their ideas can be a big help on their bedroom design. Let your child add her personal touches on her bedroom design such as her artworks. Your child’s artworks can also serve as inspiration in designing her doll house themed bedroom. You can place your child’s drawings in a frame to make her artwork more presentable.

Following these tips can ensure that your child will love her bedroom’s new look. Your child will definitely be proud to show her doll house themed bedroom to her friends. Let your bedroom decoration serve as a fun and interesting activity for you and your child.

Having your first baby is a wonderful and at times, frightening experience as you grasp how much there is to do. You want your newborn’s nursery and the nursery furniture to be better than a fairy tale dream, but it is essential to think about you and your little one’s safety and security above all else. So when dreaming up that new nursery take care to consider the following guidance.

The first thing to fit to a child’s room is a smoke alarm, for just a couple of pounds (or free from your local fire prevention officer) these life saving devises must be your paramount purchase. When your child begins to wander it’s important that any spare electrical outlet is sealed with a simple plastic socket protector to stop your inquisitive baby from sticking his fingers. It’s also a good idea to locate bedroom furniture in the way to prevent your baby from finding outlets.

The next most important thing is your child’s cot since this is where they will initially spend most of their time in those first few months. When picking a cot it’s important to ensure they comply with the government safety regulations (EN 716 within Europe. The cot must be deep enough so your baby cannot climb out. Ensure that the spacing between the rails is not capable of allowing the child to trap their head. Make sure that if the cot has drop down sides that they have robust locks to prevent them from being accidently operated by your baby. It’s important that second hand cots are inspected thoroughly for damage to fixtures and fastenings and that you buy a brand new mattress for your baby. It’s also vital to ensure the mattress is a snug fit and leaves not more than a 4cm gap around the outside to prevent your child from becoming trapped.

Remember to place your baby down to sleep on her back to reduce the risks of SIDS and stop using pillows or very fluffy bed clothes in the cot. If you have a nightlight in your nursery, place it away from the cot so the bed clothes doesn’t catch fire and avoid locating the light near drapes, plastic, or other objects that may ignite from the heat.

When designing your nursery plan ensure no furniture is located near windows, when your child learns to stand they may try to climb up and have a look out. Also avoid placing anything that may permit your toddler to stand on to peer out of a window. Keep the windows in the nursery properly locked. When opening a window for airing ensure it is firmly fixed and ideally never open more than 5cm.

Another item of nursery furniture to blame for numerous infant injuries is the changing station. Using a wedge shaped changing mat can assist enormously in making sure your child can’t roll away and some changing stations even have straps to strap your child. Keep your changing supplies out of baby’s reach. Babies and toddlers are instinctively inquisitive and nappy sacks or rash creams can be potentially harmful.

Rather worryingly one of the most common causes of harm in a child’s room are window dressings and blinds. It’s important that short window dressings are used that small children can’t become trapped in and that the cords on Venetian blinds are kept short. When using blinds ensure the cords are tied up to keep them short and are never within a baby’s reach.

It’s essential to have storage for the masses of playthings baby will no doubt collect but choose cautiously. Look for toy chests that have no lid or have very lightweight or child friendly hinged lids. As your baby gets older, he may climb inside the toy chesttoy box and a heavy lid may trap her so it’s important they be fitted with safety hinges or lightweight lids. You should also try to select nursery furniture with lids and drawers that are not as likely to trap your youngster’s tiny digits. Wardrobe and cupboard doors are also a possible danger to your child and you must consider fitting child safe mechanisms to prevent your baby from injuring themselves

By following sound guidance and following common sense, new parents can ensure they select the right choices when buying nursery furniture and create the perfect room for their youngster.

Planning for your first baby is a happy and frightening event. You want your newborns bedroom and the nursery furniture to be flawless, but it is vital to think about you and your baby’s comfort and wellbeing first. It’s therefore vital to ponder the dangers a nursery can present when designing your newborns first room.

The initial thing to fit to a new nursery is a smoke detector, for just a couple of pounds (or free from your community fire prevention officer) these must have gadgets should be your first consideration. When your child begins to crawl it’s important that any spare electrical outlet is covered with a simple plastic socket protector to prevent your inquisitive baby from sticking his fingers. It’s also a good idea to locate bedroom furniture in the way to prevent your baby from finding sockets.

Your baby’s cot is the item of nursery furniture where she will spend the most time for her first months. Cots are also one of the major causes of infant harm and death so it is essential to make sure your cot follows the recommended safety standards. Your cot should be deep enough so your baby is unable to climb out. Check that the spacing between the rails is not capable of permitting the child to trap their head.Ensure that cots with lowering sides lock automatically and cannot be worked free by the child.

It’s important that used cots are checked out thoroughly for damage to fastenings and fixtures and that you buy a brand new mattress for your baby. It’s also vital to check the mattress is a snug fit and leaves no more than a 4cm gap around the outside to prevent your child from becoming trapped.

Remember to place your newborn down to sleep on her back to lower the dangers of SIDS and refrain from using cushions or overly fluffy bed clothes in the cot. When using a nightlight make sure it is placed away from the cot and any other soft furnishings

Try to place your nursery furniture in a way that prevents positioning things in front of windows. Also steer clear of positioning anything that can assist your child to stand on to peer out of a window. Window locks are a fantastic way to make certain your youngster’s windows can only be released by you. If you have to open a window to permit ventilation make sure the window is secured and never open more than 5cm, there are fastenings on the market that stop windows from being opened wide enough to allow a child to climb out.

Another item of baby furniture responsible for numerous baby injuries is the changing station. Always fasten your child firmly with the changing station’s safety straps and never leave her on the table unattended. Keep your changing gear out of baby’s reach. Babies and toddlers are instinctively inquisitive and nappy sacks or rash creams are potentially dangerous.

Rather worryingly one of the most common causes of harm in a child’s room are curtains and blinds. Avoid using long curtains or drapes that may ensnare and suffocate a small toddler and never hang blinds with lengthy cords in your baby’s nursery. If you do use blinds, be sure to fold the strings out of the way high above baby’s reach and never place nursery furniture your baby occupies, like her cot or the changing table, near the blinds.

Choose your toy storage carefully. Toy boxes should be fitted with safety hinges or lightweight fabric lids to stop fingers from being trapped. As your baby gets older, she may climb inside the toy chest, toy box and a weighty lid could trap her so it’s important they be fitted with safety hinges or lightweight lids. Drawers are also potentially dangerous and ideally should have a soft close function. Doors also pose a danger to little digits and all doors should be fitted with child safe mechanisms to stop small digits from becoming damaged

By following straight forward advice and making sure their furniture complies the appropriate standards new parents can produce safe, chic and welcoming bedrooms for children and babies for their new baby.

Kids love gifts with their name printed on them. From personalized pencils to t-shirts printed with their names, kids can’t get enough of personalized toys and gifts. So if you are looking for a birthday gift or a gift for a special achievement for a child under the age of twelve, you can’t go wrong with anything that’s personalized with his or her name. Personalized baby gifts are relatively easy to find, but when it comes to older children, you may have to stretch your brain a little to come up with a personalized gift that’s perfect for the occasion. Here are some suggestions to help you become the very best mommy, daddy or relative in the whole world.

Baby’s 1st Christmas Gifts

A baby’s first Christmas is a very special occasion, and should be acknowledged that way. In most cases, a child will not remember much about his or her first Christmas. However, this does not mean that the gift you give is “for the parents”. This is the year to look forward, far forward into the future, and buy a keepsake gift that the child will treasure for years to come. A suggestion for an ideal first Christmas gift is a personalized tree ornament that is sure to become a treasured heirloom in later years. Look ahead to the year that the child, now grown up, hangs the painted ornament with his or her name and date of birth on their own family’s Christmas.

For the Creeper and Crawler Set



What could be cuter than a little diapered bottom crawling away with the baby’s name printed across the flap of a pair of personalized long johns? Babies go through rompers and Onesies at a rate that’s alarming to any mother, so they can always use an extra set of rompers for everyday wear. You can make these extra special by personalizing them with the baby’s name and a cute graphic.

Soft and Cuddly Personalized Toys



Go beyond the stereotypical teddy bear when you are looking for a soft and cuddly toy for a young child. Pick a plush toy that can stand up to heavy-duty play like a Cottontail Bunny Cottage stuffed with cloth-sided furniture and embroidered with your favorite little girl’s name. Boys will love this gift as well, but if you are leery about giving pink to a little boy, opt for a Noah’s Ark stuffed toy set complete with plush animals and an ark-shaped carrying case personalized with the child’s name.

Personalized Preschool Toys



For the pre-school set, you might want to move up a bit to more engaging interactive toys such as a Preschool Laptop that features numerous activities for the toddler on the go. Kids of this age love toys that light up and make noises on cue, so keep your eye out for toys that offer interactivity, but don’t forget classic favorites like wooden name puzzles. Name Puzzle Boards and Puzzle stools help youngsters learn to recognize and spell their names while providing a step up tool for reaching things like the bathroom sink.

Preschoolers are especially appreciative of items with their names on them. At this age, they are starting to go out and about in the world. Make it a little easier on them with gifts that are designed to go with them like a roll-up Nap and Go, which is a personalized nap-blanket that can be rolled up and tucked into a cubby at school or carted along to Grandma’s so that naptime is still comfortable.

Spruce up the bedroom with personalized furniture



As babies outgrow the nursery and become children, you can help make their bedrooms cozy retreats that reflect who they are. Kids need more than just a bed and a dresser if they are really going to live in their rooms. Encourage good habits with a personalized book rack painted with dragonflies or trains, or maybe even a hand-painted canvas organizer to make it more fun for your little bookworm to put away toys and books.

Some other kid-friendly furniture that your child might appreciate are a kid size table and chair set and a matching wooden rocking chair with his or her name hand-painted across the back. Keep in mind that preschool and primary school kids have each have their favorite cartoon characters from Disney, Sesame Street and Nick Kids. A Dora the Explorer pillowcase or a SpongeBob Squarepants laundry bag is almost guaranteed to be a big hit.

Personalized gifts for teens



By the time kids reach their teens, many of their own tastes and preferences are set. Try to keep favorite colors and themes in mind when you choose gifts, as well as to cater to their interests with the gifts that you pick. If you are not sure, there are many “neutral” personalized gifts that will make even the most cynical teen-ager smile. What teen wouldn’t like a personalized Aluminum Sports Water Bottle in a favorite color or a Street Sign painted with his or her name? Personalized t-shirts, sweatshirts and gear like Rolling Duffle Bags are also surefire pleasers for the teens on your gift list.

Children’s Bedding

A childs bedroom should be a room that reflects their personality and lets their imagination run wild.  Create a space your child will love with quality bedding from Sweet Peaches Bedding. Whether you are designing a new room or looking for easy updates, Sweet Peaches Bedding has children’s bedding and decor so you can create a room where your child can grow and play. Whether it’s toddler, twin, full, or queen size; trucks, rockets, mermaids, or flowers, our childrens bedding is superior quality, fun designs, and affordable.

* Make your child’s room inviting, decorated to his/her taste, and age-appropriate. Consider allowing your child to help decorate by at the very least picking out the bedding. For the more ambitious adventurers, give your child choices of a bedroom theme, positioning of bed and furniture (with your help, of course), and overall look and feel. The general idea is you want your child to absolutely LOVE his/her room and want to spend time in it!

* Consider the size of the bed. Some parents move their child to a twin or even larger bed as soon as a child graduates from the crib. For some children, that is fine, but others may feel intimidated or even threatened by its size. Depending on a child’s nature, toddler beds can provide a nice transition between crib and twin. These beds often are available in theme designs, such as a race car or castle. Make sure your child can easily get in and out of bed and feels comfortable in it.

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Our boys bedding comes in themes from trucks to pirates, rocketships to construction vehicles and more.

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Children’s furniture is furniture that is specifically designed to be used by children. There are two things that set children’s furniture apart from parent’s furniture. The obvious is size as children’s furniture is smaller. Secondly, the theme and color of children’s furniture is much different than parent’s furniture. It is often available in cute colors such as pastels. As a result, children’s furniture looks great in playrooms, nurseries, and child bedrooms.

Children’s Furniture Styles

There are many different styles of children’s furniture. The three main styles are as follows:

Traditional Children’s Furniture – Light oak stained finish to classic white, tradional children’s furniture, as the name suggests, is traditional with little fanfare. It is made to look great in any child’s room.

Theme Children’s Furniture – From Fireman to sports star, depending on your child’s interests, there is undoubtedly a set of theme children’s furniture to accompany it. With rocking chairs to child desks, theme children’s furniture is extremely popular.

Handpainted Children’s Furniture – Handpainted children’s furniture might conjure up the thoughts of a local craft fair but many sets are now done by artists that produce unique pieces that are fun. You do not have to sacrifice durability and quality for uniqueness. Handpainted children’s furniture is really more than a piece of children’s furniture as it truly is a piece of art.

Types of Children’s Furniture

Though many different accent pieces are available such as clothes stands and rocking horses are available, these children’s furniture pieces are the centerpieces and staples of a child’s room.

Children’s Beds

There is a period of time when a child is no longer an infant and requires a crib yet is not old enough for an adult bed. A toddler cot is a great middle step to before being old enough for an adult bed. Toddler cots are built close to the ground so you don’t have to worry about your child falling out. They are also available in themes that look great in a toddler’s bedroom where as an adult bed would look out of place.

Child Desks

Child’s Desks are an important piece of furniture for their development. They are use to sitting behind a desk at school and there is an excellent chance that as adults your child will sit behind a desk for extended periods of time. Having a desk to work on the computer, read a book, or complete homework is important as it reinforces good study skills; certainly an asset as they continue their education process.

Seating Options

From child table and chair sets to simple rocking chairs, having a chair in the playroom is a great children’s furniture piece which invites your child to have quite time and read a book, play with playdoh or draw with crayons. Adult table and chair sets are too difficult for your child to reach and get comfortable. Whereas children’s size table and chair sets are great alternatives. As other children’s furniture, child table and chair sets come in great themes from ballerinas to all star sports that are fun and inviting.

Storage Solutions

Storage solutions for kid’s rooms is a necessity. How many times have you insisted that your child clean their room only to go in their an hour later only to see it in the same disarray it was earlier. Sometimes, this is a result of simply not having enough storage options for your child to put the plethora of toys away. Toy boxes are a great solution to this age old problem as they are child size to reach the lid and come in great themes that look great in any child’s room.

Bookshelves

Children love books and they have a lot of them! Parents, grandparents and friends love giving books to children as it promotes learning and imagination. But keeping the books in a cardboard box tucked away in the closet results in the “out of sight, out of mind” syndrome that doesn’t lend itself well to getting full use of all those books. A child bookshelf is a great way to keep those books front and center and encourage your child to pick one out at a moment’s notice whenever they feel the urge. Children’s bookshelves are a great addition to any child’s bedroom or playroom.

Children’s Furniture Requirements

One of the main considerations in purchasing children’s furniture, is to ensure that it is tough and durable. Children are rough on everything, especially in their developmental years, before they learn the benefit (and necessity) of taking care of their belongings. As a result, children’s furniture should be built to withstand the constant interaction of children. Many reputable manufacturers field test their product for this very reason. Also, safety is a consideration when purchasing children’s furniture. Look for rounded corners as an example. Lastly, children’s furniture should be fun! It should capture their imagination and call out to them in a way that envokes their positive emotions. This is a very popular trend today as more and more manufacturers of children’s furniture are producing new products that keep this in mind.

In conclusion, when choosing children’s furniture there is a lot to think about. Understanding what you are looking for in terms of style, size and theme is the best place to start.

Decorating a nursery is a mother’s prerogative. The colors, theme and styles of furniture are all at her whim to choose and decide upon. But when children get a little older, their room should be a reflection of who they are – not their parents. Creating a child’s bedroom to reflect the child can be a fun and rewarding process, too. And while the theme, if any, will be key, the furniture will make or break the deal.

When it’s time to take down the fluffy bunnies or A, B, C blocks from the wall and transform a baby’s room into a growing child’s abode, seek advice from the child. Find out what he or she is interested in. Perhaps your little princess wants a royal room? Or, maybe your little quarterback wants to go with a football theme? It’s even possible no theme will be desired. Remember to ask them though … it’s their room now. Don’t try to impose your whims and wishes on the little things like border paper or colors (within reason).

If a theme is chosen, this can open the door for a whole lot of fun. Decorating, let’s say, a princess room doesn’t have to cost a bundle either. Plan together what you’d like the room to look like and start shopping for accessories. An old floor length mirror, for example, can be picked up at a junk shop or yard sale and painted high-gloss white to fit in just perfectly. Small implements and accessories such as pillows, a faux canopy and so on can go a long way, too, without breaking the bank.

And while looking for the accessories is really a blast, the real meat of the room lies in the furniture. This is where your opinion can and should count, too. Furniture for a growing child should be comfortable and functional. It should also be of quality construction.

If a theme is chosen, look for pieces to fit into it, but keep in mind if the construction isn’t quality, it’s not likely to last. A $1,000 princess bed that’s put together with staples may look cool at the start, but once the little royal does some jumping and normal wear and tear takes place, it may look like a crusade came through the room.

Try to find pieces that will fit the theme and grow with the child as well. Your seven-year-old may want a football room, but when he’s 15 that could change. Buy for now, but keep your eyes on the future.

When creating a room for a growing child keep in mind the extras that will eventually need to go into a room. A desk for school; perhaps a computer stand as well will be needed most likely. If you buy furniture that will work for the seven-year-old only, you’ll find yourself buying again a few years down the road. But if you choose items that blend into the room and will work with different design themes and good quality pieces are chosen, a single purchase should suffice over the many different stages your child will go through as he or she grows.

No matter what’s chosen, make sure the furniture is comfortable, fits in the room well and is well designed enough to handle the wear and tear a child can dish out. Children are tough on their furniture, so their furniture should be tough enough to handle it.

Every child wants to have the coolest bedroom out of all of their friends. Young kids particulary love fun theme beds, with racing car beds and princess fairy beds being particularly popular for boys and girls of all ages. Many novelty beds are available with matching bedroom furniture too. Jigsaw assembly furniture is another novel way to jazz up a child’s room, with brands such as Kidsaw bedroom furniture offering easy slot-together furniture that doesn’t need screws, glue or special tools yet doesn’t wobble or loosen and is just as sturdy as regular furniture. 

With older kids and tweens it can be more difficult to find cool and funky furniture they’ll like. Kids get to an age where they would like to have a little more leeway in choosing child furniture and accessories for their room.

They want to show their rooms off to their friends and be able to point out special features that have a WOW factor, like illuminated bedside tables. These are much more appealing to kids than those smaller versions of adult furnishings. Funky, trendy child bedroom furniture is a way of giving identity and ownership of the room to your child.

By setting some rules and offering your child some totally cool and funky kids bedroom furniture options, the two of you should be able to create a room that is as individual as they are.

 

Rooms can really pop when the walls and bedding have strong colour or patterns, and this sets the tone for some really rocking furniture choices. Slouch interactive beanbag chairs are always great fun, very mobile and can be found in a colour and style that will look splendid in your child’s bedroom. They are always comfortable, and they provide extra seating when school friends are over for a visit. These are very popular for kids of almost any age.

Interactive multimedia chairs are made for kids. Who would not enjoy lounging in comfort while plugged into their music or video games? With surround sound and vibrations, these chairs take game playing to new heights of excitement. These chairs are compatible with MP3 players as well as the most popular gaming systems.

Also be sure that a specific area in the child’s room is included as their own “get away paradise”.   Just pick a spot and add a fuzzy rug that is soft and colourful, add a sheer curtain panel or string beads along the wall to highlight this special room area. You can also add accents to the wall with some framed, personalized childrens pictures or arched mirrors.  Throw pillows will add bright splashes of color and they can be used as floor seating when necessary. This turns a drab corner into a really cool spot for friends to congregate as they watch television, listen to music, or just hang out.

If you’re tight on space in your child’s room, high sleepers with under storage space can be the right answer and your kids will love this practical and great looking furniture.  In the storage area, your child can arrange their computer, television, and books. They can even turn this space into homework and reading area.  Of course, this little hide-a-way also makes a snug area that will give them a private retreat when they want to have some quiet time as well.

BROOKLYN, QUEENS, WOODSIDE, NEW YORK CITY, NY…

DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens and DirectBuy of Manhattan, the leading members-only showroom and home design centers, not only offer consumers a brand new way to save on home improvement projects, but also offers some helpful tips on designing the perfect kid’s room.

“A child’s bedroom serves as much more than a place for you kids to play. It’s a study, computer room, play room, game room, video/entertainment center and even a guest room,” said Marti Brandt, owner of DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens. “By following a few simple guidelines, you can create a room that’s comfortable for them to sleep and play in, but also maximizes the space.”

Some guidelines to follow include:

?        Involve your children in the buying of the furniture and decorating process; it’s their room, after all, and it stands to reason they will be more comfortable with items they helped select.

?        Take into account your child’s age, gender and how long the furniture will be used (e.g. bunk beds might be fun at 12, but at 16 your teenager might want some more space)

?        Only consider bedroom furniture that has quality construction and age-appropriate design. It is also a good idea to bring children along while shopping to make sure the bedding is comfortable.

?        Plan for growth – not just your child getting bigger but acquiring more things and clothing that will need to be stored.

Both DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens and DirectBuy of Manhattan carry a large selection of brand-name kids’ furniture at wholesale prices direct from the manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. In addition, DirectBuy employs product specialists and designers who can help parents and children select furniture and accessories to create the look you want for your child’s room.

“Sure, parents might lose a little leverage by sending a child to their room not being seen as a form of punishment,” laughs Brandt. “The upside is that by creating a room that’s a haven for your child, they’ll be happier, which in turn makes parents happier. So everybody wins.”

Consumers interested in becoming DirectBuy members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens at 718-247-2320, or contacting the showroom co-owners Michael Wiseltier or Marti Brandt at info@directbuybq.com.  For DirectBuy of Manhattan, please contact Co-Owner Mark Brandt at 212-290-3020 or info@directbuybq.com.

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct enables members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater New York City area since 2003. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality. It’s a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater New York City area are part of more than 160 locations throughout North America.

DirectBuy franchise locations servicing the greater New York City area are:  DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens, 72-25 Queens Boulevard, Woodside, NY, 718-247-2320 and DirectBuy of Manhattan, 469 Seventh Avenue 6th Floor, New York, NY, 212-290-3020.

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