Spencer’s Bird Themed Nursery

Description

We wanted to create a calm, neutral-colored environment for our son's nursery. The bird theme was inspired by a pillow that I found at a specialty store, as well as the vintage bird prints.

Design Inspiration

The bird pillow and wall prints were the main inspirations for this room. I used them as jumping off points for the colors used in the room.  I did not want the room to say "traditional baby boy." I wanted something unique and different.  

Decorating Style

I love clean lines, neutral colors with punches of color and a bit of a vintage, "shabby chic" look thrown in.  

Project Details

We kept the walls neutral, with a "beige sand" color. The creme colored trunk and the night stand table were flea market finds.  The rocking chair is a family heirloom, as well as the dark wood "moses cradle", which my husband's grandfather made for him when he was born. 

The wall monogram was an Ebay find, the vintage bird postcards were found on Etsy.  I used yarn to hang them for a softer look, and all were dated between 1957-59.  The vintage bird prints were found at a specialty home decor store, as well as the pillow.  

The willow branches, lamp, nesting boxes and wall picture/card frame are all from Pier 1.

The willow branches are painted black with silver sparkles, and some were kept natural wood.  

Favorite Items

I love the vintage postcards! They were a fun find.  I also love the colors of the ribbons used as tie-backs on the curtains as well as the bow around the lamp.  

Advice

Don't be afraid to mix patterns and shades, as well as cremes and whites. The beige color on the walls makes the white crib and changing table pop just enough.  

I plan to add a wrought iron chandelier and some shadow boxes to complete the room.