After seeing this fabulous nursery with a heartwarming story behind it, another new mom sent us an email sharing her gorgeous nursery and the story of how it came to be. A year ago, this new mom suffered a stroke and a seizure while on vacation. That same day, she also found out she was pregnant with baby #2! Due to her health complications, her license was revoked and she was stranded in a new big house with her 2.5-year old son. Instead of letting that get her down, she decided to put her energy into designing her baby’s nursery — and she did an amazing job!
In mama’s words…
Our nursery is whimsical, yet rustic. My husband, who is very talented with anything “house”, and I, who love to craft and try new DIY projects, had fun creating the space together. He perfected the white wainscoting and painting while I made a quilt, flag banner, and paper pom poms. We gathered frames from thrift shops and garage sales and framed some old and new cards. Baby’s gender was unknown so we kept it fairly neutral until she arrived and we could add a few girlish pops.
Child’s Name: Lyla Presley
Age: 4 months
Location: St. Albert, Alberta
What was your inspiration for the room?
I love birds and a touch of earthiness so when we found this darling metal birdhouse at Anthropologie, we knew it was the perfect jump-off point. From there the room just evolved — with some great fabrics and fantastic clearance finds!
Describe your decorating style.
I’d say rustic modern and eclectic. We love different types of wood and pieces with texture in order to make a space cozy. Don’t put it past us to pack a piece of driftwood in our suitcase to take home from a vacation or throw a tree branch up on a wall.
Favorite items in the room.
The chandelier — because its so pretty and Lyla loves to stare at it! Also the owl bookends… how can you not smile when you look at those?
Scroll down for a list of room resources…
Room resources:
Paint: Grey Horse – Benjamin Moore
Crib and change table: Caramia
I am a Child of God poster: Persimmon and Pink
Framed “Que Sera, Sera” Poster: Free printable from Making it Lovely
Wood shelf, side table, wicker basket, blue duck, throw on chair, yellow storage box: HomeSense (Canada)
Ottoman: Real Canadian Superstore (Canada)
Chandelier: Park Lighting (Canada)
Owl Bookends: Chapters (Canada)
Quilt and Flag Banner: handmade
Frames: IKEA, second-hand stores, garage sales
Paper Pom Poms: DIY
Rug: Urban Outfitters
Birdhouse: Anthropologie
Birdhouse hanger and hair clips: gifts
Lamp: IKEA
Chair: IKEA
Throw Pillows: Anthropology and IKEA
Dress: Baby Gap
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TAGS: Anthropologie
Lovely nursery design and a great story. Congratulations!
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I love your nursery! How did you secure your frames about the crib? I just finished my nursery and have frames above my crib as well, but I want to be sure they are as secure as possible. Thanks!
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Nicole Abbott Reply:
December 6th, 2011 at 3:05 pm
@Rachel, Alana writes: we just pulled the crib out from the wall a bit and made sure the nails were angled up in order to really secure the frames. I tested them all and hoped for the best ;)
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Thank you so much ladies – about the frames – we just pulled the crib out from the wall a bit and made sure the nails were angled up in order to really secure the frames. I tested them all and hoped for the best ;)
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Wow, it’s adorable! So perfect and lovely.
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WOW! Amazing Alana!!! Such a beautiful room, no doubt this is just a glimpse into how lovely the rest of your home is :)
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Alana Reply:
December 8th, 2011 at 12:59 am
@Allison, Thank you!
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Gorgeous! I love your choice of colours.
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Alana Reply:
December 8th, 2011 at 12:58 am
@Trixie, Thank you Trixie :)
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what a super sweet nursery and lovely little girl! I love all the personalized details and the vintage frames are such a beautiful touch!
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Alana Reply:
December 8th, 2011 at 12:56 am
@ana {bluebirdkisses}, Thank you SO much!!
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so cute! where is the gray throw blanket on your ikea chair from?
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Alana Reply:
December 8th, 2011 at 12:57 am
@Mar, Thank you! Its actually from Homesense
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Mar Reply:
December 8th, 2011 at 1:04 am
@Alana, Aw, the website does not have it. If it’s not too much trouble, can you share the brand/maker of the blanket? I’ve been looking for something just like it!
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Alana Reply:
December 8th, 2011 at 12:39 pm
@Mar, oh dear, i’ve cut all the tags off and have NO idea the brand. I will keep my eye out for something similar next time i’m there (which is quite often) – I will let you know if i get further info. so sorry
It’s inspirational!!
We are adopting – and we most decorated neutral gender!
It’s beautiful ! Im planning to decorate with owls!!
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Alana Reply:
December 8th, 2011 at 12:58 am
@Erika, Thank you! that is SO exciting :) Love owls – i’m sure your room will be gorgeous!
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Everything here is just perfect! Great job.
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So beautiful!!! That birdhouse is amazing. You really have a great eye for desing.
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