Narnia Inspired Sweet and Bright Nursery Tour

Hello friends! I’m so excited to be sharing Ladybug’s nursery with you today. I am 35 weeks pregnant and just thankful I got this space photographed and posted before our girl decides to make her entrance! We may still have a month to wait, but you never know 🙂 This Narnia inspired nursery blends a subtle theme, neutral textures, pops of color, and organized storage for a sweet and modern look. I love the challenge of creating designer style on a budget! Here are some tips for creating a bright nursery that will grow with your little one.

Bright Nursery Design Thoughts

When it comes to designing a nursery or kids’ room, I like to stick with a relatively neutral palette for large pieces like furniture and bedding. Then, you can add character with books, toys, and bedding. Our three-year-old son’s room is almost entirely neutral–white, gray, and black–with a subtle Star Wars theme. For that space, I incorporated my husband’s many Star Wars Legos and childhood toys!

Update: Star Wars Kids’ Bedroom Reveal

This time around, I envisioned a colorful and bright nursery for our daughter, but still wanted to stick with a neutral base and subtle theme. C. S. Lewis is my favorite author, and his Chronicles of Narnia series holds a special place in my heart. I decided to weave elements of the books into Ladybug’s nursery, and include some of my own childhood treasures.

Chronicles of Narnia Nursery Theme

Ladybug’s nursery is Narnia inspired, but I kept the references subtle. I love this vintage paint by number artwork from an Etsy seller that reminds me of one of my favorite passages from The Voyage of the Dawn Treader:

…As the albatross circled the mast it had whispered to her, “Courage, dear heart,” and the voice, she felt sure, was Aslan’s, and with the voice a delicious smell breathed in her face.

-C. S. Lewis

I also included a crown pillow, a large plush lion, a lion printable, and a picture book version of The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe. Oh, and of course the lovely tree wall decals that provided a fun installation challenge–I stuck each leaf on individually–but were so worth it. They remind me of the Narnia forest!

Side note: I love using cube organizers for hiding toys, and I’m basically a pro at building them now 😉

Bright Nursery Essentials

I’m a big fan of decorating with functional pieces that you may already have around your home! In our case, we already had all of these board books from our son’s room, so I simply transferred them here (and simultaneously created space in his overflowing bookshelves–win win!). Children’s books are so bright and happy, and are decor you will use. These IKEA picture ledges are one of my favorite nursery decor staples!

Baskets and blankets are also pretty and functional. Hide items easily inside of baskets, and toss throw blankets around for an inviting and cozy look.

Bright Nursery Decor

After you have outfitted your nursery with neutral furniture, subtly themed pieces (if you desire), and functional decor staples, it is time to add the finishing touches. This felt ball garland from Sheep Farm Felt (9 foot length) adds whimsy and color to the wall. The rainbow pillow has a special meaning as Ladybug is our rainbow baby.

My mom gave me the Little Women book from her childhood, and a sweet friend crocheted the golden baby blanket. Finally, the framed print on the side table is from Lilia Grace, an online ministry and shop supporting those who have experienced miscarriage. These treasures add so much to the nursery and each one makes me smile, as I sit in the glider and think about baby girl!

Organized Nursery Dresser Drawers

My final tip for nursery design is to keep it simple and organized. There will be time for adding decor, but starting with functional staples and an organized space will bring so much peace during those hectic early months. Keep your dresser neat with drawer organizers, roll tiny clothes to maximize space, stock up on allllll the diapers, and you’re set 🙂 You’ve got this!

I would love to hear your nursery decor tips and ideas, so please comment below! What items do you use most, and what can you live without? What special pieces did you include? I hope you enjoyed seeing Ladybug’s sweet and bright nursery.

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