Monday, October 10, 2011

Dylan's Nursery Tour


Welcome to Dylan's Nursery! I post pictures from fun times spent and crafts created here, but I thought it was time to give a detailed little walk through of our favorite space. This room for our baby boy has been a joy to build piece by piece, and the three of us couldn't be happier with how it turned out.

It all started with the wall color. I knew from the beginning that I wanted to do a bright and cheery color - the space needed to be happy and exciting for our bouncing baby on the way. We didn't find out the gender of our baby when I was pregnant. It was the most amazing, exciting choice, and it pushed us to stay creative when it came to gender neutral choices. When I found this color I fell in love! The mix of teal and robin's egg blue seemed perfect. It was the cheerful color I had searched for, but it still managed to give a soothing feeling to the room. Once the walls were painted, we were set. From there I found things I loved for the room one item at a time.

We spend so much time rolling around, reading, laughing and cuddling in the nursery and as my Grandma says, "it just plain feels good to be in there!" Each corner has a memory, from excitedly shopping with Ryan when I was pregnant, to crafted projects with family members, and first birthday presents. There are still a few blank spots that I like to leave as my future canvas - begging for me to fill when I am feeling crafty...I'll be sure to share when I add to the room!


Inspiration: The color. It set the stage for what the room could eventually be. I wanted a space that was whimsical and playful, but sweet and calming at the same time.
Favorite: The book slings are my favorite to look at, and it brings me such joy to see Dylan get excited to read books. The chair is my favorite to use, it was a birthday gift from my husband, and Dylan and I have spent countless hours rocking, singing and nursing in it.
Surprises: While I was pregnant I found and adorable tutorial for a embroidery hoops project. It was as simple as sandwiching favorite fabrics in between to make a colorful display. I loved the way it turned out and we put them about the changing table. You’ll notice they are gone now! Note: Babies will pull everything down that they can get their hands on!
DIYs: My favorite bits of the room are the ones that have been handmade. Items made by myself and loved ones: Fabric book slings{Grandma Smith}, the name/frames above his bed{Frames painted by Ryan}{letters by Grandpa Smith}, Hand prints {Myself when I was a kiddo}, owl embroidery {Ryan when he was a kiddo}, Cardboard Owl {Sirikit} blue knitted baby blanket{Great Aunt Polly}, the wrapped embroidery hoops{Myself}, Baby's First Year album {Sarah}, paint chip mobile (not pictured){Ryan & Myself}.
Indulgence: The crib. Ryan and I wanted something simple but beautiful, and we knew we wanted it to last throughout the years with our future babies as our family grows. It is also a 3/1 convertible crib, so by the time it is done we will most definitely have gotten our money’s worth.
Advice: Take it slow! Don’t worry about having a perfectly matching and put together nursery by the time your bundle of joy arrives. If you add pieces that you find and love along the way, it will feel more personal and loving. Also, try your hand at a few easy crafts – there are loads of awesome ideas out there.
















Book Slings: Handmade. Tutorial included in my post! Inspiration from Penny Carnival.
Wooden Rocking Horse: Plan Arabian Rocking Horse.
Crib: Madison Collection from Pottery Barn
Bedding & Hamper: Bacati from Babies R Us
Yellow Nightstand: Target. It was a pretty dark wood, but I painted it yellow for a happy punch of color.
Canvas Baskets: Babies R Us
Glider: Enchanted Embassy from Walmart
Ceramic Owl Lamp: Furniture Row
Assorted Frames: Target, Hobby Lobby, & Goodwill
AA Milne (Winne the Pooh) Letterpress: Raw Art Letterpress Etsy Shop
Chocolate Curtains: Eclipse Blackout from Target
Tan Storage Ottoman: Curves from Target
Owl Wall Hanging: Handmade by a friend out of ripped cardboard & paint
Changing Table: Ultimate from Pottery Barn
Owl Pillow: Sky Boudoir from Dwell












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47 comments:

meg + andy said...

Super, Super cute! i love how you put his name letters in frame. and the wall color with the cream and brown and orange accents are perfect. Such a great room. thanks for the inspiration!

Nicky said...

I love how you framed her name... And I'm in love with your color combos too! This is so funny and cheery.

Krafty Max Originals said...

I love the hand prints frame!!

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Amanda @ The Little Giggler said...

What an adorable room! I love the name in the frames! I'm totally doing that!

Little Bird Threads said...

The details are breathtaking :)

Vicky @ Mess For Less said...

What a great room! I have never seen the letters in frames like that and I just LOVE them! And Dylan is just the cutest little guy! I am a new follower from Too Cute Tuesday. Vicky from www.messforless.net

My Duong said...

Who would have thought turquoise can work so well for little boy room! Genius! Thank you for sharing!

Dawna said...

What a great nursery...I love the letters in the frames...cool idea!!

Anonymous said...

The whole room is fantastic! I love everything, from the owl accents to the wall color to the picture arrangements to the book holders. You definitely have a designer's eye!
And the crib WILL be worth it. We paid a lot for ours, too, but three kids later it is still being used and it has more than paid for itself!

SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime said...

Hi! I featured this here, pinned on Pinterest and posted on fb. Thanks for linking up at the Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop :)

ShonEjai said...

Looks like a very cool room. I love the way his name was put on the wall.

Polka Dot PawJamma's said...

Awesome room! The turquoise just does it for me! I love the fact that is whimsically cute, but will still be suitable for a lot of years.
I think I will definitely have to check out the how to for the sling book shelf, my daughter has a very small room and that would work wonderfully! Your new follower, Elysia @ http://mischievouscrafts.blogspot.com

smithpeasinapod said...

I can't thank you all enough for the love. I am thrilled that you like our Nursery!! Thanks for stopping by and for following SmithPeas <3

Becky @ Rub Some Dirt On It said...

Oh my gosh, this should be in a magazine!! I love all the personal touches, and have bookmarked your book sling tutorial!! What a wonderful place to enjoy your beautiful baby boy :) Thanks for sharing it with us at Rub Some Dirt On It! I look forward to seeing more of your creative energy!

Becky @ Rub Some Dirt On It said...

Btw, this was my favorite post from the hop last week! I'm featuring it on Facebook and Twitter, and there will be a link in my Happiness Is tab forever! Thanks for sharing!

Q @ JAQS said...

That is a great room - what a lucky kid!

I would like you to share it at my weekly "Made by ME" Linky Party at JAQS : http://www.jaqsstudio.com/2011/10/made-by-me-4-linky-party-and-features.html

Jackie @ Fred-and-Cissy said...

What a loverly room for your little one! I've been wanting to make some of those book slings too - will get around to it one day I guess.

Our Hopeful Home said...

What a warm, happy room! Love the color combo. Thanks for linking up over at Club G.W. with Charm Bracelet Diva!

xoxo
Kathleen

Allison @ House of Hepworths said...

This is awesomespice so I totally featured you at my Hookin Up with HoH party! Yay!

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Margo said...

Oh I just love the framed letters! I already have letters for my son's wall but now I HAVE to get some frames!

Eavan said...

This is one of the most amazing nurseries i have seen... it is adorable!!! find more Glider Sets here on nursery gliders

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