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In the Nursery with Wit & Delight

We’re so pleased to be sharing this special nursery with you all today. It’s Kate Arends’ nursery for her baby daughter Bennett. You probably know Kate, a talented graphic designer and entrepreneur, through her site Wit & Delight. There you can find a mix of design inspiration, personal essays and more on everything from parenting to careers. You may have even seen some of Wit & Delight’s products on the shelves of your local Target. Now you can find a collection of W&D paper products and art prints in their very own shop. We love the unusual color palette in this baby girl nursery—it feels both nostalgic and modern all at once. Best of all, it looks beautifully inviting and cozy—a perfect place for a little girl to play and grow. Thank you, Kate, for sharing with us!

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryStuffed Octopus

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryCrib | Glider | Quilt

Wit & Delight Green and Blush Nursery

Where did you pull inspiration for your nursery design?
My inspiration came from a color combination we loved! Green and pink felt like a wonderful way to draw inspiration from nature, incorporate an unexpected palette and still feel feminine.

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryHamper | Changing Table | Changing Pad

What part of the design process did you enjoy the most?
I love that moment when you can clearly see the final product in your head.

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryDollhouse | Pink Throw Blanket

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryCrib Sheet

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryPom Pom Bin

What is your favorite part or detail in your nursery?
The pink upholstered bench I made. We created one to store toys on our main level, too. If you’re looking to make one of these yourself, we have a tutorial on W&D!

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryOttoman | Doll

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryTerracotta Vase

Wit & Delight Green and Blush Nursery

What is one thing that you would tell other parents to consider when starting their own nursery design project?
Consider the fact you will be spending A LOT of time, mostly at night, in this nursery. It’s important that you have a comfortable place to sit. I have a lot of first-time moms who are concerned about designing a space that is ready to be shot for a magazine, but the reality is that you need this space to be enjoyable, special AND functional. Don’t forget that!

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurseryBlush Pillow

Wit & Delight Green and Blush NurserySconcesMirror

Wit & Delight Green and Blush Nursery

Photography by 2nd Truth, LLC

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VSW

Monday 19th of April 2021

Hi! Looking for the changing table and the link isnt working. Do you know where it's from?

Sarah

Saturday 8th of February 2020

Where are the baskets from? The pink and white polka dot.

Beth

Monday 10th of February 2020

We sell the Pom Pom Storage Bins in our shop. They come in many colors.

Marti

Friday 10th of January 2020

I also love this rug! Where did you find it? Is it soft? =) Thanks!

Caitlin

Wednesday 20th of November 2019

I love the rug in this room! Where can I purchase one?

Ashley

Tuesday 6th of November 2018

What is this gorgeous wall color? Does anyone know?

Beth

Wednesday 7th of November 2018

Hi Ashley, It's Privilege Green (HGSW3253) - HGTV HOME by Sherwin-Williams.