Description
We wanted to design a nursery for our second son that was something that could grow with him. We also wanted a calm, neutral space with a burst of color, so we decided on a bold green accent. The artwork and accessories are simple and playful, perfect for a little boy!
Design Inspiration
My first inspiration was the quatrefoil, a design element which I studied during college in Architecture and Art History classes. We incorporated it into the room with the bedding and the wall decals. My other inspirations were projects from Project Nursery and items on Etsy.
Decorating Style
Modern with clean lines, a burst of color and pattern.
Project Details
Crib: Land of Nod, Espresso sleigh crib
Dresser: Land of Nod, Espresso Simple 6-Drawer Dresser
Changer: Land of Nod, Espresso Changer Top
Glider: Story Time Series, Patoka, color: oyster
Bookcase: Ikea, Expedit
Paint Color: Behr, Dolphin Fin Grey
Rug: Ikea, Gislev
Shelves: Ikea, Lack Wall Shelf, color: high gloss white
Bedding: Crib Skirt: Fabric.cpm, Metro Living Tile Grass DW-313, sewn by Etsy, huckandjo
Sheet: Fabric.com, Metro Living Tile Leaf DW-319, sewn by a friend
Curtains: Fabric.com, Kona Cotton Grass Green EF-275, sewn by mother-in-law
Changing Pad Cover: Etsy, sweetheartnsunshine, chevron pattern in grey
Pillow: Etsy, tootledoodesigns, chevron pattern in grey
Vinyl Wall Decals: Quatrefoil pattern, custom made by husband
Artwork: Etsy, Wallfry, Play, Create and Read prints
Etsy, trendypeas, Elephant and Stegosaurus prints
Diaper Pin Wall Hanging: Pottery Barn Kids
Favorite Items
My favorite item is the quatrefoil wall decals with his name floating on top.
Advice
My advice is to start designing early and to not settle. You can find almost anything online at every price point.
Heather
Monday 20th of August 2012
Love the bookshelf and storage bins -- where did you find the zig-zag bins?
Kelly Scott
Friday 18th of May 2012
I am in love with the stencil or decal behind "Christophe" on the wall. Where/how did you do that?????
Kristin
Tuesday 15th of May 2012
Love this room! Fantastic job, it's beautiful!
eshookie
Tuesday 15th of May 2012
CAMathison,
The lamp was used in my older son's nursery and I'm sorry I don't remember where we got it. However, we recently purchased the new lamp shade from Z Gallerie to match the nursery.
eshookie
Tuesday 15th of May 2012
Erica: eshookie,
Thank you. I was just thinking to do that myself :) May I ask what size they are?
I believe the quatrefoils are 8.5 inches in height and width, with 3 inch spacing. Hope that helps!