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Fun fact about zebras: They’ve existed for thousands of years, and humans have never been able to domesticate them. The same is true of a zebra pillow in your home décor; it will never just sit tamely on the couch.

Thankfully these designs the excitement of a zebra design can be brought into a home without the cruelty of killing one of these extraordinarily beautiful creatures. For example, designer Jonathan Adler contracts with Peruvian weavers through Aid to Artisans to hand-loom pillows in zebra designs in custom colors that rival a rainbow. The pillows are woven with wool and filled with feathers and down, making them an earth-friendly accessory several times over!

A Zebra Pillow Works On The Wild Side

While some folks might find a hand-loomed zebra pillow beyond their decorating budget, there are enough cushions in a zebra pillow design to put one in every household. Whatever shape, size or color, it’s likely that a zebra pillow can be found to match even the most exotic specifications – as if a zebra’s natural design weren’t exotic enough.

That’s the key to using a zebra pillow in home décor: Always remember that its stripes and colors can overwhelm a room without even trying.

Many designers urge that animal prints of any kind be used with discretion. That may be doubly true of a zebra pillow, which practically vibrates with energy even when it’s just sitting on a couch.

So when using a zebra pillow in home decorating, always be sure that the pillow and its surroundings coordinate with one another. For instance, zebras and ruffles don’t usually mix well, nor do zebras like florals (except possibly as dessert). Give a zebra pillow some open space; don’t crowd it with too many other pillows. Give a zebra pillow some bold color to contrast with its own stark pattern. Finally, set those sassy stripes amid some sleek geometric design and your zebra pillow will kick up its heels in delight.

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Get ready for one of the biggest trends in bedroom décor: pink zebra bedding. If you are looking for a bold bedroom; think pink!

Sprinkle some white around black stripes and a pink background for a wildly wonderful bedding combination that’s appearing in everything from Baby’s crib to Mom and Dad’s king-sized bed. Whether it’s a simple comforter or a full-blown bed in a bag, pink zebra bedding has taken the crown as king of the bedroom jungle.

Pink Zebra Bedding – The Power of Pin(k) Stripes

Crib sets are the ultimate in pink zebra bedding. Upscale sets start around $300, but there are manufacturers offering more economical sets for half that price in local discount stores and online. One maker offers a 9-piece set of pink zebra bedding that includes a fitted sheet, crib bumper, crib skirt, comforter, decorative throw pillow, diaper stacker, two window valances and a toy bag!

That’s not all. The same design offers complementary accessories that include lampshades, wall décor, mobiles and changing pads.

Moving into the big folks’ bedrooms, pink zebra bedding gallops into a bold fashion statement. Pink zebra bedding comes in pink, black and white, or pink, brown and white (yes, there really are brown-and-white zebras in the wild). Either color combination gives plenty of options for decorating a pink zebra bedroom. A complete set of pink zebra bedding will be as full as the crib set described above: comforter, pillowcases, flat sheet, fitted sheet, bedskirt and coordinating pillows. The finishing touches include coordinating drapes and valances and sometimes even decorative table-toppers. Often a pink zebra comforter will reverse to a solid color such as pink or black to offer more variety.

Finally, just because they’re bold and bright doesn’t mean that pink zebra is a burden in the laundry room. Most bedding sets are machine washable in cold water, although a faux-fur or microsuede comforter might require special care. But what’s a little special care when you can have a herd of zebras in your bedroom?

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Interior designers may counsel restraint when using animal prints in bedrooms where sleep-inducing environments are recommended. However, a trend that’s a horse of a completely different, well, stripe is zebra bedding.

Few other styles, even with animal prints, make the kind of bold style statement that zebra bedding does. Some home decorators like the way its black and white pattern serves as the foundation for striking accents in deep colors. Others enjoy the earth-friendly feeling of zebra bedding that gives homage to a species that’s still untamed after millennia. Still others like bringing a touch of African wilderness into their homes without taking a single animal’s life.

Show Off Your Stripes With Zebra bedding

Whatever the decorator’s rationale for choosing zebra bedding, it can be can be visually overwhelming when it looks like a herd of hundreds galloping across the African plains. That’s why the best way to use zebra bedding is as a focal point.

Consequently, to make zebra bedding the bedroom’s center of attention, other aspects of the décor may need adjustment. Who can imagine zebra bedding against white wicker and floral prints? In order for zebra bedding to make the right bedroom statement, it has to be complemented with the right furniture, paint colors, draperies and wall art. These can be forms that carry out a more naturalistic theme, or they can take off from the focal point of zebra bedding for a distinctive fashion statement.

For instance, it’s always best to start a redecorating project by painting the walls. What does your mind’s-eye see with zebra bedding? If the bedding is brown and white, as are some zebras in the wild, would it look better with the subdued earth tones of the African plains? Or would bright-white walls bring out a bold black and white zebra pattern? What colors seem to contrast best with zebra bedding: warm colors such as red and orange, deep browns or rich jungle greens?

Decorating with zebra bedding in children’s rooms allows much more playful color schemes. In fact, zebra bedding with hot pink backgrounds is a hot trend right now for girls’ bedrooms. Some versions come in purple, green or turquoise for really fanciful designs. Zebra bedding sets feature comforters and shams, sometimes a bed skirt and sheets, or they can be full-blown with drapes, valances and wall hangings.

Boys aren’t left out of the zebra trend, either. Any young man who sees himself as a vine-swinging jungle hero would be delighted to have a traditional black-and-white style zebra bedding set. Another option for a boys’ version of twin zebra bedding is to use separates in brown-and-white striped patterns, echoing those unusual members of the zebra herd. Zebra bedding for a boy’s room might include faux fur comforter over solid color sheets of chocolate brown, deep tan or leafy green.

So what’s your zebra pleasure? Just a touch of zebra bedding? Perhaps a couple of pillows and a comforter? Or will you completely re-do the bedroom using zebra bedding as a focal point for a bold fashion statement? Whatever your choice, the time is definitely ripe for some stripes.

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Trendy mothers-to-be are walking right past all the too-cute pastel sets for their babies’ bedrooms. Instead they’re opting to give their little girl or boy a distinctive environment from the moment they’re born with zebra crib bedding.

That’s right, the great equine of the African savannah, that swift denizen that can outrun a pack of prowling lions, has become the ruler of Baby’s bedroom as well. Zebra crib bedding comes in familiar black-and-white patterns, but it also comes backed by pink, green or even purple, to give a jungle motif some fantastic fantasy.

Manufacturers are setting up babies in high style with zebra crib bedding. For instance, one designer offers a nine-piece bedding ensemble that’s made of ultra-soft microsuede in traditional black and white, or with “baby pink” or hot pink backgrounds. The set retails for $300 or more in bedding boutiques, but also has been offered online and by some vendors for half that price. So don’t pick the first set you can find; definitely shop around for options.

Zebra Crib Bedding Makes A Nursery Stand Out

Among the nine pieces in this designer set are a microsuede comforter that reverses to a solid color and a crib bumper with sections set off by colored sets and ties that’s also reversible. There’s a crib skirt with gathers and piping, a fitted sheet that matches both crib or toddler mattress sizes, and two window valances. Plus there’s a diaper stacker, a decorative heart-shaped throw pillow and a toy bag with four pockets that hangs neatly from the crib. The bag can be especially handy, since it’s attached by its own ties and can be used to hold not only toys, but also bottles or any other accessories that Mom and Dad need for their little one. Naturally every piece of the zebra crib bedding set is non-allergenic to keep Baby safe.

Coordinating with the zebra crib bedding set are mobiles, lampshades, changing pads, and wall décor, all in the same fun pattern. coordinating fabrics, and has 4 pockets. Great for holding toys, bottles, stuffed animals, etc. It can be easily hung by its own sets of ties.

Complete sets of zebra crib bedding can certainly be convenient, but there’s also something to be said for Mom and Dad assembling their own version of zebra crib bedding through coordinating separates. While complete sets often are geared toward girl babies, putting together separates makes it possible to give a more masculine touch for the little man of the house.

A zebra crib bedding set for a boy can make great use of comforters, sheets, drapes and other accessories in brown-and-white patterns. A faux fur or microsuede throw makes a perfect crib comforter, while accessories can be put together in complementary colors such as browns, tans, beiges and whites. A splash of bright color, such as a pillow in an orange giraffe print, would be an eye-catching addition to the bedroom décor.

Any of these options can help parents create a unique environment for their children. Start with zebra crib bedding, and let your imagination roam free!

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Youngsters burning to transform their bedrooms into an African safari are turning to one of today’s most popular trends – twin zebra bedding.

What’s more, twin zebra bedding is showing up in some wild, whacky and wonderful color combinations, such as black and white stripes on purple or green backgrounds or warm brown and white zebra patterns on hot pink. Setting zebra bedding free of its traditional look gives thrifty parents the opportunity to satisfy their youngsters’ decorating urge without having to break the household budget in the process.

These days a simple online search for “twin zebra bedding” will turn an entire herd of bedroom options.

For girls, zebra patterns on pink backgrounds are all the rage. Whether it’s a pale or medium pink or the bold, bold statement of hot pink, young ladies from elementary school through college thrill to the site of twin zebra bedding. Complete sets are the first choice, usually including a comforter, two pillow shams and a bed skirt. Sometimes twin zebra bedding sets will come in totes or bags that repeat the pattern. When this happens, you be sure the young lady will happily carry her signature design everywhere she goes.

Send Youngsters On Safari With Twin Zebra Bedding

A full set of twin zebra bedding will feature a comforter, pillowcases, fitted sheet and flat sheet. Some sets come with bed skirt and coordinating pillows. Finishing touches for a twin zebra bedding set include drapes and valances that may repeat the zebra pattern or may be in either a coordinating or contrasting color with zebra-striped ties.

Getting a girl her own all-in-one twin zebra bedding in a bag can be a convenient choice. However, sometimes the all-in-one version can get a little pricey, especially in these tougher economic times. That’s when it’s time to consider some creative touches, perhaps starting with zebra-striped decorative pillows in unusual shapes. If the budget allows, twin zebra bedding can start with a comforter and some coordinating sheets, and work up from there.

Boys aren’t shut out of the twin zebra bedding trend, either. A traditional black-and-white style bedding set is perfect for a young man with visions of zebras trotting through his head. Another option for a boys’ version of twin zebra bedding is to use separates in brown-and-white striped patterns, echoing those unusual members of the zebra herd. Where a girl’s twin zebra bedding set might come with a cotton/poly or polyester satin comforter, a boy’s set could use a faux fur or microsuede comforter instead. Solid color sheets set off with brown zebra-striped pillow shams or pillow cases could complete a boy’s twin zebra bedding scheme nicely.

When selecting a twin zebra bedding set for a boy or a girl, a key choice is the fabric quality. Any parent who has observed their sleeping offspring knows that active youngsters don’t stop being active at nighttime. All that activity requires sheets with the highest affordable thread count in a good cotton/poly blend that won’t “pill” after a few washings. There’s nothing more distressing than snuggling under a zebra comforter, only to feel what seems like an army of ants rubbing against any exposed skin.

Consequently, check out the fabric quality in twin zebra bedding sets. If the sheets have anything less than a 200-thread count, opt for separates in order to get the best quality sheets possible for twin beds. The occupants enjoying their twin zebra bedding will thank you.

Ever longed to go on your own safari to Africa’s Serengeti, hometown of the exotic zebra? Whether you do or don’t make it to the African continent, you can have your very own herd — without shooting a single wild animal — with a zebra print comforter set for your bedroom.

Did you know that no two zebra patterns are alike? That’s right! A zebras’ distinctive black and white markings are as different from one another as are the one-of-a-kind designs of snowflakes or fingerprints. So even though zebra print comforter sets may resemble one another, what you choose and how you use them will give your bedroom its own distinctive style.

Zebra Print Comforter Sets Oh So Many Choices

For starters, zebra print comforter sets come in many kinds of fabrics and colors. While most are black and white, there are zebra print comforter sets in brown, in tan and even in pink! Zebra prints can be alternated with other African-style prints, such as a parade of animals or another animal’s coat pattern, such as cheetah, the world’s fastest land animal.

At the lower price end, comforters typically are made out of a cotton-polyester blend (50/50 or 60/40). More expensive sets are created of microsuede fabric, a soft, supple material. For an even more sensual experience, try a comforter set made of soft, low-pile faux fur – far softer than the rather stiff hairs that make up the coats of real-live zebras.

Thanks to zebra prints as a current trend, several manufacturers now produce zebra print bedding sets in a wide range of styles and prices. These go from twin bed size sets for around $60 all the way up to king size sets for about $150. Designer versions of zebra print bedding usually have better quality materials, but at a substantially higher price, sometimes double or triple the popularly priced sets.

Sets typically combine a comforter, one or two pillow shams, and a bedskirt, although bedskirts more often come separately. The sets may come packaged in familiar plastic bags, or they may be presented in zebra-print tote bags that mirror the bedding pattern. That way, if sleep just won’t come with stripes, the bedding can go with you.

More elaborate comforter sets add sheets and decorative pillows to the comforter and shams. Certain designers offer an entire bedroom decor set in zebra prints, including comforter, shams, sheets, pillowcases, decorative pillows, bedskirts (also known as dust ruffles), matching drapes and valances, and even such amenities as a laundry hamper.

However extensive a comforter set may be, a key quality to look for is the fabric content. Comforter sets in zebra prints can be found for as little as $50 or $60 for twin-size beds, but it’s crucial at that price range to check the material. Most comforters in the lower-end price range are made with a blend of 50 percent cotton and 50 percent polyester, containing 100 percent polyester fill. Shams usually are made of the same 50/50 blended fabric.

Sets that include sheets and pillowcases usually have a similar 50/50 blend material. Here the key detail comes in the thread count of the sheets. Many sets often have a 180-thread count to the sheets, which can lead quickly to “pilling” if the sleeper is restless. While sheets of this thread count may be all right for children’s bedding, larger and heavier adults typically sleep better on sheets with at least a 250-to-300-thread count. The weave is tighter, and therefore stronger and smoother, offering a peaceful night beneath the stripes.

Sleep on the wild side with a zebra print comforter set. Costs less than an African safari!

If your bedroom is so dreary it keeps you awake at night, maybe what your decor needs is a little wild energy. Why not try replacing your tired-out bedspread with a zebra print comforter? The key to using such decorating touches effectively is to remember than in many cases, a few stripes can go a long way.

That said, a zebra print comfort can make a bold style statement. It says you’re someone who’s not afraid to take a little risk, who likes classic color combinations such as black and white and who’s willing to walk on the wild side once in a while. These days, comforters in animal prints can evoke a sense of environmental concern, using an animal print in place of an actual animal skin as previous generations might have. Talk about bringing the wilderness to life!

Zebra Print Comforters Define Style

A zebra print comforter is sure to become an instant centerpiece in any bedroom. Using the comforter as a decor anchor, it becomes possible to play with combinations of colors, furniture and accents that complement the focal point of the bedroom. These could be a few other zebra prints – just a few! – in pillows or drapes. Or it could be using the black and white pattern as a basis for a bold color scheme accented with reds, pinks or even purples.

When using a zebra print comforter for the bedroom’s focal point, it becomes necessary to make some other decorating adjustments. For instance, if the bedroom is currently lush with Victorian florals and white wicker furniture, throwing any animal print comforter on the bed will simply look out of place. Substitute those florals and that wicker for some solid-colored fabrics and simple furniture and things take on a while new appearance.

Paint is always the best place to start when redecorating, if only because paint is the cheapest redo you can do. Perhaps a neutral color scheme in the bedroom seems the most restful to you. Then you can start with a brown or tan zebra print comforter – yes, they do exist – and tailor your paint palette to the pastel earth tones of the Serengeti, where the real zebras live. Or maybe you’ve had enough of neutrals and want a bold new environment. Then by all means paint the walls white and choose the traditional black and white zebra pattern for your comforter, then jazz it up with bold red pillows and some brass accessories. These are only two examples of the almost countless possibilities you can try, using a zebra print comforter as the bedroom’s focal point.

These zany comforters aren’t limited to adult bedroom decor, either. There are comforters for day beds in the guest room but the real fun today is in the many comforter styles available for children, from crib sets all the way up to early teens. Imagine how your little girl’s bedroom will look with a hot pink zebra print comforter, complemented perhaps by some hot pink curtains and a zebra print valance. Purple and turquoise are also among the fun colors available for these quirky comforters that will delight a daughter’s decor. She is sure to snuggle down and sleep under a zebra print comforter.

On the hunt for some new energy in your bedroom? Put some zing in that thing with a zebra print bed in a bag.

The whole bed-in-a-bag concept has made it easy for homeowners to transform their bedrooms without going to a lot of fuss – or expense! By matching up the various components of bedding – comforter, pillow shams, sheets, pillowcases and more – designers and manufacturers have made it possible to redecorate a bedroom as fast as zebras can outrun predators on the Serengeti plains of Africa.

Choosing Zebra Print Bed In A Bag

The key to choosing your zebra print bed in a bag is to think about how much zebra zing your bedroom needs.

Typical bed-in-a-bag sets come with three pieces – a comforter and two pillow shams or they might have five pieces – a comforter, two shams, a flat sheet and a fitted sheet. Some sets add two pillowcases to make a seven-piece set. There are even designer bed-in-a-bag sets that come with what you might call an entire herd of zebra print bedding – comforter, shams, sheets, pillowcases, decorative pillows, bedskirt and curtains!

The biggest combinations of zebra print bed in a bag might be a bit too much for some folks unless they have bedrooms big enough to hold all those stripes!

Color is another factor to take into consideration when looking for zebra prints. That’s right, not all zebra print sets are familiar black and white. That old “horse in striped pajamas” pattern has fallen in with some pretty wild companions – pink, purple and even turquoise! Many of these more colorful zebra print bedroom sets are intended to decorate children’s rooms but you can also find colorful combinations for adult size beds from twin to king. Whatever type of bedding you choose for your children’s bedrooms you need to be sure that the materials are hypoallergenic.

For those who want their bedroom to reflect more zebra realism, there are traditional black and white versions, along with a brown version and even a pastel tan version of zebra print bed in a bag. Brown zebras are more common than you might suppose, especially those who live near the Serengeti plains and want to blend in with its pastel earth tones.

Whatever color you choose for your zebra print bed in a bag, pay close attention to the fabric content of your set. There are all kinds of combinations out there, from soft low-pile faux fur, silky satin and supple microsuede to cotton-polyester blends and 100 percent polyester sets. The type of fabric used will determine the price range, so if money is an issue, look for materials such as a 50/50 blend of cotton and polyester. This option helps ensure durability of the set while it keeps the price within budget.

Don’t face another night in a dull bedroom. Transform your sleeping space instantly with a zebra print bed in a bag.

What’s black and white and pink with delight? It’s one of the hottest bedding trends – pink zebra print bedding.

Pink and black have long been a color combination that puts the “zazz” in pizzazz. From baby crib sets to full-blown king-size adult sets, the combination of a hot pink background behind zebra stripes has turned into king of the home decorating jungle!

Consider These Terrific Pink Zebra Print Bedding Options

Several manufacturers offer pink zebra print bedding sets. Typically these range from twin bed size all the way up to king size. A usual combination will include a comforter, two pillow shams, and a bedskirt. Some sets offer the bedskirt separately. These sets often come packaged in bags or totes that repeat the pattern, so if you can’t sleep without your favorite stripes, you can just tote them with you!

More complete sets for this wonderful wild look will include all of the above items, plus a fitted sheet, a flat sheet and sometimes coordinating decorative pillows. These uniquely designed bedding sets also can be set off by coordinating window treatments. Typically these accessories come as drapery pairs in rod-pocket style, with additional valances, all in matching designs and coordinating fabrics.

Among the details to watch for when choosing a any bedding set is the quality of the fabric. Since these sets usually sell for around $100 to $110, consumers should watch closely for the fabric composition of each piece of the set. Some comforters come in a synthetic microsuede but most comforters are made with a 50/50 blend of cotton and polyester fabric and 100 percent polyester fill. Shams are typically of the same 50/50 material.

Sheets and pillowcases also are a similar 50/50 blend but here the important number is the thread count. Since a lot of these pink zebra print bedding sets are geared toward children and teens, the sheets often have a 180 threadcount, a standard minimum that may not be sufficiently durable or comfortable for many sleepers. If this is an issue, forego that all-in-one bedding set in favor of a pink zebra print bedding set with only comforter, shams and bedskirt, and buy higher-threadcount sheets and pillow cases separately.
Complete your jungle theme bedroom with this pink and black zebra and leopard print complete bed set.

Most bedding sets are machine washable in cold water. Sometimes, however, a comforter might require hand washing or dry cleaning, which these days can be done in your home dryer with the proper cleaning product available in any supermarket. However, if your lifestyle is such that even these options are too much, then definitely choose machine-washable bedding.

The ultimate in a pink zebra print bedding set has to be the baby crib sets now available. Although similar sets sell in upscale stores starting at $300, one manufacturer offers a nursery dream set for less than $150, a price within the means of most shoppers. The 9-piece nursery set of pink zebra print bedding includes a comforter, crib bumper, crib skirt (dust ruffle), fitted sheet, toy bag, decorative throw pillow, diaper stacker, and two window valances. In addition the children’s bedding designer offers a range of accessories including mobiles, lampshades, changing pads, and wall decor.

Get your stripes on! Choose pink zebra print bedding sets for your little one’s bedroom or for yourself and exhilarate in the instant transformation that takes place right before your very eyes!