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Javis Davis (javisdavis.com) makes custom crib bedding. While some of their fabrics are sort of foofy and over the top, there is plenty there to choose from that is simple and clean looking. Good luck!

If you find fabric or sheets you like, try taking them to your local dry cleaner or seamstress (if you know one, but a dry cleaner will have one on staff) with your mattress. He/She should be able to knock out several sheets for a song.

I work for javis davis and have to say that we only make standard size crib bedding- SORRY! But we do have cute fabrics you can get by the yard. I think the Etsy idea might work out best when it comes to finding a seamstress. If you're not using bumper pads, it should be pretty easy to make a sheet and bedskirt.

Good Luck!

Not to point out the obvious, but the retailer also sells bedding for the crib. It may not be your design aesthetic, but you can't really go wrong with plain white sheets.

I would concur that its definately worth look around Etsy for a person who's work you like and is about the price point you'd like to pay. Last Halloween I couldn't find what I wanted for my daughter's costume but I saw an Etsy craftsperson whose work I admired. She made me up what I wanted in a couple of days and she charged me so little it was ridiculous. Also the finished product exceeded my expectations. Good luck.

This is considered a "portable crib" right? Portable cribs are usually a standard size, just like full size cribs. There are fewer designs available but plain colors can be found. All you need is a few sheets. We considered buying one.

If you want an underskirt it is a simple project to sew. Your local dry cleaner/tailor should be able to make you one. There is a simple clean-lined simplicity pattern if they require one. Bumpers and other accoutrement are, of course, unsafe.

I would caution against spending too much money though. Our 9 month son is pushing the limits of the portable crib at his grandparent's house.

Mr. Bean's mama sez: Carousel bedding has solids in every color for that small crib...

http://www.babybedding.com/set2.asp?number=420

I did make the crib skirt, but only because I had a fabric that I loved. They have nice crib skirts there, too, and I got one in plain orange -- they can make anything in any fabric they stock at Carousel.

Here is a better representation of what the colors look like. Any color here can be ordered in porta-crib size.

http://www.babybedding.com/set.asp?number=90

There are lots of plain sheets available in portable crib sizes, but they're mostly solid colors. What about spiffing them up with freezer paper stenciling or stamping (a big polka dot or other blocky shape, perhaps?) Even the most craft-impaired folks could handle these endeavors, and the end result would be incredibly cute.

Jacquard Textile Paint here - this stuff is amazing. You'd use it for either the stamping or stenciling. It really becomes part of the fabric and stays true to color even after many washes.
http://www.dickblick.com/zz012/08/

Freezer paper stencil tutorial here: http://angrychicken.typepad.com/angry_chicken/2006/03/little_elf_shir.html

(Picture of a shirt I made using this technique for my niece - a simple leaf: http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=mabel%20leaf&w=49503002160%40N01 )

Martha Stewart potato stamping ideas here:
http://www.marthastewart.com/article/potato-print-baby-clothes

Or a rubber stamp block you can carve:
http://www.dickblick.com/zz404/00/

Good luck!

-Jessica

I also have a non-standard sized crib, and had our bedding custom made by an etsy seller, as I didn't like any of the non-standard bedding I found.

The etsy seller's link is here:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5234635

I ordered this bedding, in red and white instead of orange and blue.

http://images.etsy.com/all_images/e/e63/51f/il_430xN.14076183.jpg

The etsy seller has corresponded regularly with me to pick fabrics that work together, and it has generally been a pleasure to work with her.

Another etsy option...

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=39825

I love everything she does!

I don't know how often you go to Brooklyn, but there's a store in Park Slope I walk by everyday, and they do custom made bedding. I think this is the place:
http://threepedlars.com/
They have baby stuff in the window, so at least call and ask.

Meredith here - Thank you for all the comments and ideas! Actually, its the bumper I am most in need of. I am very happy with the plain white sheets from the manufacturer. They are not fancy, but are a very soft "t-shirt" type fabric.

Thanks again. I will check out all the suggestions.

As a manufacturer of crib bedding for over 20 years, I would like to respond to the comment above "Bumpers and other accoutrement are, of course, unsafe." Yes, it's true that soft bumpers and/or bumpers with extremely long ties can be hazardous, we have NEVER had a single person experience a safety issue with our bumper pads. It's up to the parent to be responsible and remove the bumper pads when the baby starts pulling up and to select a style that is made of firm batting with appropriate length ties. Bottom line: If you want to have them, make sure the ones you pick are safe and sturdy!

For us, it wasn't the ties that were the issue, it was the risk of smothering. This was especially a concern when our baby just started to roll over, but wasn't consistently able to roll back. Our worry was that she would roll into the bumper and not be able to get out. We switched to a breathable bumper, which made us all more comfortable.

As an Etsy seller (although we don't make bedding, just clothing) it's safe to say there would probably be a lot of great sellers who would make quality bedding for you. I'm not sure if she makes custom bedding, but you can try http://quiltbaby.etsy.com .