Guest Picks: Creating a Cozy, Contemporary Nursery
Soft Textures and Sweet Details Make a Happy Place for Baby
Often people relate modern and contemporary with cold and stark — the last way you'd want to describe a nursery. Luckily, you can have your cake and eat it too! To warm up the clean lines of modern pieces, mix in a few warm colors and cozy textures, and the space will be instantly transformed.
To get you started, here are a few of my favorite pieces for a cozy, contemporary nursery. — Lauren from With Two Cats
To get you started, here are a few of my favorite pieces for a cozy, contemporary nursery. — Lauren from With Two Cats
Abacus Wall Art
A piece that blurs the boundaries between toy and art. This colorful abacus would be fun to arrange in different ways, wouldn't it?
A piece that blurs the boundaries between toy and art. This colorful abacus would be fun to arrange in different ways, wouldn't it?
Century Dresser
The clean lines and tapered legs of this piece give it a mid-century feel, which
can look great in any space. I also love the subtle detailing of the vintage-inspired pulls and feet.
The clean lines and tapered legs of this piece give it a mid-century feel, which
can look great in any space. I also love the subtle detailing of the vintage-inspired pulls and feet.
Traffic Dot Light Blue Fitted Crib Sheet
Dwell Studio has the best fitted sheets. They come in a range of patterns that would fit any nursery decor, and many are gender neutral. This pattern is one of my favorites — soft subtle dots of blue and gray.
Dwell Studio has the best fitted sheets. They come in a range of patterns that would fit any nursery decor, and many are gender neutral. This pattern is one of my favorites — soft subtle dots of blue and gray.
Offi Classic Baltic Rocking Horse
This classic contemporary rocking horse would look great in any child's space. Perfect for your little one's adventures to far off lands.
This classic contemporary rocking horse would look great in any child's space. Perfect for your little one's adventures to far off lands.
Talking Heads Coat Hooks, Set of 4
I love the fun, bright colors of these contemporary coat hooks by Sebastian Bergne. The only problem would be that I wouldn't want to cover them up with my coat!
I love the fun, bright colors of these contemporary coat hooks by Sebastian Bergne. The only problem would be that I wouldn't want to cover them up with my coat!
David Trubridge Design Coral Pendant - Natural
David Trubridge designs the most amazing lighting. I love this coral-inspired piece. It would truly be the centerpiece of any space.
David Trubridge designs the most amazing lighting. I love this coral-inspired piece. It would truly be the centerpiece of any space.
Shay Glider
I love the classic yet contemporary look of this glider. It also comes in a wide range of colors, perfect for any nursery.
I love the classic yet contemporary look of this glider. It also comes in a wide range of colors, perfect for any nursery.
Cuddly Cloud Cushions
These cloud cushions are so much fun. I love all three colors and the texture is gorgeous as well.
These cloud cushions are so much fun. I love all three colors and the texture is gorgeous as well.
Mix-N-Match Stacker
Another toy that is both beautiful and functional. Isn't it great when your kids' toys become art for your home?
Another toy that is both beautiful and functional. Isn't it great when your kids' toys become art for your home?
Knitted Poufs
This knitted pouf would make a great pillow or seat for your little guy or gal. I love the chunky knit and the yummy tomato color.
This knitted pouf would make a great pillow or seat for your little guy or gal. I love the chunky knit and the yummy tomato color.
Cotton Canvas Printed Tortoise Window Panel
I love the contrast in these classic contemporary curtains from West Elm. Stimulating for baby's senses, but not overwhelming - a great balance for a nursery.
I love the contrast in these classic contemporary curtains from West Elm. Stimulating for baby's senses, but not overwhelming - a great balance for a nursery.
Flensted Mobiles - Tango Red
This modern yet classic mobile will stimulate your baby's senses and look amazing to boot.
This modern yet classic mobile will stimulate your baby's senses and look amazing to boot.
Weave Table Lamp
I love the textured tweed look of this table lamp. It's both beautiful and practical for a child's space — no breakable glass or ceramic to worry about.
I love the textured tweed look of this table lamp. It's both beautiful and practical for a child's space — no breakable glass or ceramic to worry about.
Caravan Crib
This crib is a great example of classic meets contemporary and is available in a range of colors. I also love that it converts to an equally amazing-looking toddler bed.
This crib is a great example of classic meets contemporary and is available in a range of colors. I also love that it converts to an equally amazing-looking toddler bed.
Channel Rug
This rich wool rug would be a great way to add warmth, texture and coziness to your child's space. Soft enough for play and the dark color would disguise any spills that inevitably occur with little ones.
This rich wool rug would be a great way to add warmth, texture and coziness to your child's space. Soft enough for play and the dark color would disguise any spills that inevitably occur with little ones.
Mister Numbers 11 x 14 Print by sugarfresh on Etsy
This whimsical piece of art would be adorable on the wall of your favorite little guy. Mustaches and typography get me every time.
This whimsical piece of art would be adorable on the wall of your favorite little guy. Mustaches and typography get me every time.
Soft Knitted Blocks
I love a product that is beautiful and functional. Not only will these soft alpaca wool blocks be a fun first toy for your child, they will also look great in your baby's space.
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Fresh Design Finds For the Nursery
Bedroom Decor For the Kiddos
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Fresh Design Finds For the Nursery
Bedroom Decor For the Kiddos
One of my favorite Etsy shops for plush toys, Sleepy King makes the most adorable woodland creatures. This fox is too sweet with his red felt coat and sleepy little eyes.