so it begins

We've officially started Baby B preparations with our first big purchase — this lovely glider rocker and ottoman.

After reading many, many advice blogs about babies and parenthood, we've decided that the glider will reside in our living room, rather than in the nursery. The baby's room is fairly small and we'll likely spend more time in our open-concept family space.

We also have a hand-me-down swivel chair that will provide seating in the baby's room, once I decide how it will be covered. This is the general style, but it's currently a dusty rose colour. Definitely needs an update.

Any thoughts on upholstering versus slipcovering?