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Guest Picks: Camp Out in the Nursery

Woodsy, earthy, modern pieces to make baby’s room a natural delight

Lauren Hufnagl February 14, 2014

Hi there! My name is Lauren and I live in a little 1930's house with my husband and two girls. I've always loved design, and have been renovating and redecorating our home since we moved in. When I had my first daughter in 2010 I fell in love with children's design and began my current blog, A Lovely Lark. I also write for Apartment Therapy, Ergobaby, and contribute here on Houzz.com.

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Truth be told, you’ll be spending many nights camping out in your child’s nursery. So why not take the decor all the way with a fun camp-inspired look? It’s one of my favorite nursery themes that can work for boys and girls alike. To keep things from going over-the-top, I prefer pieces that have that rustic and natural feel, but with a modern edge. Think warm wood tones with clean lines and traditional patterns in fresh color palettes. Here are 20 of my favorite pieces that fit the bill. — Lauren from A Lovely Lark

Eclectic Artwork by Etsy

Etsy

Handwoven Tapestry, Furry Passion Waves by Jujujust - $150

I keep seeing gorgeous textile artwork popping up around the web. The colors of this piece are fresh and modern, and it would add beautiful texture to a nursery.

Contemporary Baby Mobiles by Etsy

Etsy

Feather Wooden Mobile by The Red Bird Shop - $60

Every nursery needs a mobile. I love that this one pairs warm wood tones with graphic, modern shapes for a contemporary look.

Contemporary Wall Hooks by Pur Norsk

Pur Norsk

Cato Hanger, Oak/Walnut - $465.44

Babies come with a lot of little things, and a place where you can hang some of the adorable ones is a must. This moose is much like the feather mobile: warm wood tones, a fun animal shape and a very graphic, clean look.

Contemporary Artwork by Oeuf

Oeuf

Hand-Crochet Alpaca Mushrooms, Set of 4 - $152

These beautiful hand-crocheted mushrooms bring in a magical-forest feel and add warmth and texture. I love that they’re mounted in a very clean, modern display box.

Contemporary Prints And Posters by Crate and Kids

‘Animals of North America’ Banner - $69

This poster is both beautiful and affordable. I love the subject matter — what child doesn’t love animals? — and the warm but fresh color palette.

Contemporary Cribs by Crate and Kids

Andersen Crib, Maple - $749

This crib is simplicity at its best. I love that it is solid maple and would look at home in virtually any style of nursery.

Contemporary Artwork by Crate and Kids

Outdoors Banner, Canoeing - $99

This kitschy illustrated piece is so much fun! It would add that little bit of whimsy that every kids’ space needs.

Contemporary by Crate and Kids

I love to buy groups of similar art pieces whenever possible, as it helps keep things cohesive. This is the sister print of the previous piece.

Contemporary Artwork by Etsy

Etsy

‘Wander This Way’ Wooden Sign by Winter Cabin - $60

Arrows and beautiful lettering get me every time. Dimensional wall art is a lovely way to break up all of the paper pieces.

Beach Style Kids Mirrors by Crate and Kids

Top Rope Mirror - $219

This mirror is a ton of fun for a kids’ space; the rope brings in texture and warmth.

Industrial Pendant Lighting by Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters

Caged Pendant - $89

Pendant lighting is great in kids’ spaces, because you don’t have to worry about its getting knocked off a table or tipping over. I love the rustic metal finish of this fixture.

Eclectic Throws by Etsy

Etsy

Vintage Handwoven Tsuzure Ori Delicate Textile by Shop Glamma’s Attic - $18

A blanket for tummy time on the floor or snuggling up to read is a must. This one has a traditional look, but that bright and bold hue keeps it feeling fresh.

Contemporary Baby Bedding by Etsy

Etsy

Fitted Crib Sheet, Southwest Diamond Mustard by Iviebaby - $65

There are so many crib bedding options now, especially on Etsy. I could easily have chosen five different prints from this particular shop that would have worked beautifully with this theme.

Contemporary Decorative Objects And Figurines by Etsy

Etsy

Owl Piggy Bank by Arks and Animals - $20.50

A kooky woodland critter with a simple graphic shape? I’m sold. And as a bonus, it is handmade and will help your little ones save their pennies.

Contemporary Home Decor by Etsy

Etsy

Mineral Collection, 1950s Minerals and Agates by Nick Haus - $42

Think outside of the box when it comes to art — it doesn’t have to be a painting or a printed piece. This rock collection, for example, would make a great textural piece to display on a wall or shelf.

Eclectic Rugs by Etsy

Etsy

Anatolian Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug by Turkish Kilim - $199

This mostly traditional rug has a bit of a modern feel, thanks to its graphic pattern. It’s perfect for this type of space.

Eclectic by Etsy

Etsy

Beautifully Modern Reclaimed Old-Growth Dresser by Blake Avenue

I love that this dresser: a) is handmade, b) has a rustic warm wood finish and c) has sleek hardware that makes it feel a bit modern.

Contemporary Display And Wall Shelves by West Elm

Prism Brackets and Shelving - $58

Similar to the dresser, this shelf has a rustic wood top with sleek modern supports — the perfect pairing.

Eclectic Home Decor by Etsy

Etsy

Moose Head Wire Sculpture by Wired by Bud - $85

A whimsical wire moose is a must for any camp-themed nursery, for sure!

Modern Kids Toys And Games by Etsy

Etsy

Wooden Rocking Horse C03 by Emanuel Rufo - $126.09

I love this fun, modern take on the rocking horse. It’s OK to have a piece that almost completely swings to the modern side just to shake things up.

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mntxhouse

What can you tell me about the moose wall hanger?

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charleee

I love the colors and the texture in the hand woven tapestry, just beautiful!

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Katie

There are some great pieces featured in this article! I decorated my son's bedroom in a camping theme when he was 4 years old. It really grew with him and I always got tons of compliments on it. The color scheme lends itself well to the wear and tear of children. Much less stressful trying to keep a room decorated in warm natural colors like brown, green and orange clean than a room full of bright white! I framed maps of local campgrounds and a state map of campgrounds. I had a large whiteboard calendar to track his activities. We enjoyed adding to the room as the years went by. Bringing home keepsakes from hikes and vacations that we went on. Very fun theme. I love the idea for a nursery.

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