Monika Hibbs recently welcomed daughter Lillya into her now family of four. Having seen peeks into Monika’s beautiful home on her site, we couldn’t wait to see her daughter’s nursery, and boy oh boy, it does not disappoint. It is sweet, it is lovely; it is sophisticated yet perfectly girlish. And that wallpaper! We love it so much we added it to The PN Shop. You can see the love that went into the design completed by Monika and our friends at Oilo Studio. Monika was gracious enough to answer a few of our questions. We love her nursery advice, especially that part about not buying everything at once (good for the design and the pocketbook!).
What were your nursery must-haves when you started? Has that changed since you started using the space?
I knew of a couple of items that I had to have right from the start. I’ve always loved the Ro Sham Beaux chandelier, even before I was pregnant, so once I found out I was having a girl, I bought it right away! The peach toned beads were so gorgeous they helped me to choose the color palette for the wallpaper.
I then found a beautiful rug with the same colors that tied everything together nicely. After that, I had lots of pinks and peaches, so I knew that I wanted the other items to be a simple white or neutral color. Two other must-haves for the nursery were the spindle chair and the custom drapery, which are both classic and sophisticated while remaining sweet enough for a girl’s nursery. The perfect finishing touches were the buffalo check coral pillow and the matching over-sized bunny.
Pompom Basket | Chair | Pouf
Dresser | Changing Pad Cover | Flamingo Print
What is the one thing that you would tell other parents to consider when they’re starting their own nursery design projects?
Start with a theme and a color scheme and three must-have items, and go from there. Don’t buy everything at once as the room may actually be larger or smaller than it first appears.
If you had to choose one aspect of the design that is uniquely you, what would it be?
I absolutely love anything painted in watercolor, as well as floral everything, so designing the wallpaper was so much fun and really made a statement to my personal style.
Pendant Light | Ride-on Unicorn | Floor Lamp | Curtains
Did you have any unexpected obstacles when creating this room? How did you overcome them or spin them to your advantage?
Originally I wanted to have Lillya’s crib in the middle of the room, but it made the space too crowded, and I had to move it against the wall. I actually love the way it turned out because now the “hello darling” print hangs right above the crib and frames it perfectly.
Images by Blush Photography
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Comments
Barbara
Where is the bedding from?
Beth
Hi Barbara, It’s from Oilo. It’s their Capri Collection.
Becca
This is just the most beautiful nursery I’ve ever seen!
jennifer
Absolutely love this nursery – the soft pink and the grey is a great combination. Too bad missed the giveaway as just found your blog
Lauren
these are the same colors I have chosen for my nursery! I love it so much! I am wondering where the tiny side table next to the chair came from? Also the baskets on the bookcase? Thank you!
Beth
Hi Lauren, I could only find the side table in a blue colorway, but maybe the name will help you track down another version. I’m not sure where the baskets are from, but HomeGoods is always a good source for looking for inexpensive baskets. Good luck with your nursery design. I hope you’ll upload it to our gallery when it’s complete!
Vica Maya Designs
Really cute designs! I create art for nurseries, so as an artist it’s really inspiring to see various decor ideas for colours and themes. Thanks for sharing!
laurie bowes
i love it all! just ordered the wall paper!! where are the baskets from on her bookcase?
Beth
So glad you love the wallpaper. I’m sorry to say that I don’t know where the baskets are from. Good luck with your nursery design!
Lauren
Laurie Bowes I found very similar baskets at world market and pottery barn kids!
Robyn Young
Gorgeous nursery! Where is this Monaco print from??
Diana
I was wondering what color the inside of the closet is? I’ve been looking for that color for my daughters room
Kayla
How much wallpaper was required for this project?
Beth
Hi Kayla, We don’t have the answer to that question, but our shop team can help guide you with measurements for the Jolie Wallpaper. Email them at shop@projectnursery.com
Gina
Do you know the blush paint color used in the closet?
Beth
Hi Gina, It’s “My Sweetheart” by Behr Paint.
Lindsey
Hi there- Would you be able to provide any more info on the rug? When I click the link it pulls up a general link to Rugs on the Wayfair site. Maybe it’s sold out? Thanks for any more info!
Beth
I updated the link above with a new source! It’s by Surya. Good luck with your room design!
Lexi
Hello! Love this sweet nursery! What is the style of the chair called? Love it
lindsey
What is the paint color used the white on the wall under the wall paper?
Beth
Hi Lindsey, It’s Ultra Pure White by Behr.