Although the origins of damask are still in dispute, it is generally considered that this pattern of repeating botanical and/or animal images most likely started in China, making its way to India and Persia and ultimately a staple export of Damascus, Syria – consequently, the name Damask. The popular fabric, which was very expensive, was brought to Europe by traders where it was much desired by the privileged classes who were capable of paying for it.

Damask has been continuously popular for many years and now many parents are using it to decorate lovely rooms for their little daughters. Fortunately, you can now find all sorts of lovely damask bedding collections that will be perfect for your little girl's room even if you can't afford to spend a lot when you buy them. girls baby bedding featuring damask fabric runs the gamut from bold collections of pure damask to more subtle sets utilizing assorted prints and designs.

Two distinct sets of vintage style damask baby bedding are made by well known producer Jo Jo Designs that have classic look combined with color choices that have a contemporary feel matching well with any child's room decor. The Bella Pink outfit comes as a solid pink, while the Bella Turquoise sports warm espresso and dark chocolate colors. Botanical patterns with a royal feeling on the damask bedding is just plain classic.

For those of you who are excited about damask but wish to blend it in with other designs for a prettier and softer look, try New Arrival's Pink Taffy set. You will find it to be a very nice looking and very attractive and “with it” set of baby bedding. This lovely set is a sunny blend of a traditional damask botanical print in pink and white with the same colors echoed in polka dots, accented by lime green.

You could become enamored of Ally Taylor's Riley collection, too, because it employs a damask scroll pattern etched in pale green on white with a border of cozy black and white checks. You will treasure the time you spend with your child as you both enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in her beautifully decorated room accented with whatever elegant damask baby bedding you choose.