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How to Create a Gender-Neutral Nursery (+FREE Printables)

April 17, 2020 · LIFESTYLE

How to Decorate a Gender-Neutral Nursery

I'm so excited to reveal my gender-neutral nursery with you all!

At first, I had some trouble finding gender-neutral nursery decor that I loved, but I think it's finally finished. Mama's been nesting pretty seriously these days at 36 weeks pregnant!

I still can't wrap my mind around the fact that in a month or less, I'll be rocking our wiggly little newborn in this nursery. Sometimes when I'm feeling sentimental, I sit in the nursery and try to picture it. Soon enough she'll be here, and the room will never look this clean and organized again!

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gender-neutral nursery decor

 

Choosing a Color Palette

Okay, disclaimer - technically this isn't a completely gender-neutral nursery. I did accent my nursery with a little bit of pink for baby girl, because I really couldn't help myself! But for the most part, I wanted to create a nursery with decor that could be used for future pregnancies, so I chose a simple, leafy green theme.

The leafy green aesthetic is a perfect option for gender-neutral nursery decor, as it's a popular print that's rather easy to find right now. I tend to lean toward muted colors, so sage green, tan, gray and white were the perfect color palette for baby girl's nursery.

In general, gray, tan, silver, gold and any other neutral color works well as a base color for your gender-neutral nursery. We painted every room the same warm gray when we moved in, which made for an ideal starting point.

Pro Tip: DON'T paint your nursery walls bright pink or blue.

I remember walking through bright pink bedrooms when we were house-hunting and thinking, "We have to paint over this!" I'd highly recommend starting with a neutral palette when it comes to wall color and accenting with curtains, bedding, and other accent decor in the room. Not only will it be so much easier to transition between children, but it will be so much better for your home's resale value as well.

When choosing your accent colors, you may choose to introduce some gendered colors, since these pieces can be easily removed in the future for other babies. I chose sage green as a base gender-neutral color for some of my more permanent pieces that I knew I wouldn't want to buy again. My curtains, crib sheets, and even some wall hangings followed this leafy green theme. Finally, I accented with pink on items like throw pillows, blankets, and a changing pad cover. We can swap these out for other colors if we have a boy down the road.

 

gender-neutral nursery decor
gender-neutral nursery decor
gender-neutral nursery decor

 

When It Comes to Decor, Less is More

Our nursery is a rather small room, so I had to be careful not to clutter the space with too much stuff.  The best method for decorating a small space is to start with your essentials first. What do you know you're going to need?

For us, this included a crib, dresser, and rocking chair, so we started with those items. We shopped around, took some measurements to make sure these items would fit into our space, and discussed where they'd fit best in the room. Also, we made sure that they weren't too "trendy" and that they would fit with any gender-neutral nursery decor we chose.

Once we picked out the basics and set them up how we liked them, we could finally add some simple decor. If you need window treatments, I'd recommend adding those next as they can quickly fill your space. Then add the items you know you'll need. For us, that was sheets, a diaper pail, a changing pad, any extra lighting, and storage. (Actually, since the room is so small, we ended up putting an old bookshelf inside the closet for toy, book, and supply storage! This was a great space-saver.)

At that point, there wasn't a lot of extra space to decorate - which is fine! Keeping things minimal is an excellent rule of thumb when it comes to decor. too much stuff clutters up a small space. We chose to decorate simply with some DIY wall hangings and a letterboard that can be edited whenever we want.

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Items I Used to Create My Gender-Neutral Nursery

Our baby's nursery has quickly become one of our favorite rooms! It's full of natural light, it has a comfy chair, and it's in a quiet, secluded part of the house. Soon this corner will be filled with loud noises, but I'm sure it will remain one of our favorite rooms in the house when baby girl makes her arrival!

If you need a little inspiration to get your own gender-neutral nursery started, I'm providing the links to all the items (or similar ones) I used in my nursery. Ya girl is a smart shopper, so you'll likely find some good deals here!

Shopping these links is easy - just tap on an image below, and it will lead you to the link to buy!

 

Overall, don't stress the process. Try to enjoy it while you can!

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Stock Up & Save on Christmas Decor!

December 12, 2019 · LIFESTYLE

Stock Up and Save on Christmas Decor

Want to know how I save on decor?

I NEVER buy an item full price. Ever.

When I shop for decor items, I like to stock up mid- to after-season while the items are discounted. And even though Christmas isn't even here yet, you can find decor items on major discount! Now is a perfect time to shop to add to your decor for this season or to store away for next year.

I'm rounding up a bunch of pieces that I love from Kirkland's, inspired by my very own Christmas decor style. You'll see lots of reds, plaids, and natural greenery. Stock up and save by clicking the photos to shop!

Stockings for All

I love traditional plaids and knits for Christmas decor, and stockings are the perfect way to showcase these textures! You'll love stuffing these cuties with goodies for everyone - even your pup! (You know my Sadie has her own stocking!)

Pillows & Throws for a Pop of Color

Nothing is as cozy as cuddling up on the couch with a warm drink on a winter night! Brighten your space and stay comfy with these festive and cute throws and pillows!

Warm Mantle Pieces

Although we rarely use our fireplace for warmth (the energy bill... YIKES!), there's just something special about a decorated mantle at Christmas. I love decorating mine with natural greenery, art, candles, and small figurines.

Festive Florals

I don't typically decorate with fresh greenery, but I do try to find natural garlands, wreaths and stems for my Christmas decor. I aim for a snowy look with lots of pinecones and berries for a splash of color.

Tie it Together with Tree Decor

I'd describe my Christmas tree as a mixture of rustic and glam. I've paired burlap & twine accents with pops of berry red, buffalo plaid, and sparkly sprigs and ornaments to catch the light. I love my Christmas tree because it's pre-lit and has berries and twigs built in. It looks full even without a lot of decor!

 

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How to Decorate Your Home for Fall | Day 10 of #30DaysOfBlogging

September 18, 2019 · LIFESTYLE

How to Decorate Your Home for Fall | Day 10 of 30 Days of Blogging

Fall is quickly approaching, and it's time to decorate!

Even though it's technically still summer, my home is already decorated with fall hues. I like to enjoy it for as long as I can!

This year and last, I've collected a few pieces from Hobby Lobby and Kirkland's that I really love. I don't care for super orange-y fall decor - my house has lots of honey oak trim and orange brick as it is! These stores have provided plenty of neutral options and cool tones to help even out the overuse of orange in fall decor.

So today I'm sharing a few snapshots of my fall decor, as well as links to shop these looks from the comfort of your couch. Happy fall!

Fall Home Decor Neutrals

Garland is an Easy Way to Decorate

Something about buffalo plaid just works with every season - even on pumpkins! I bought this garland a few weeks ago for my mantle. The neutrals and greens are perfect for early decorating. However, if you do prefer more traditional fall hues, here's a second option I really like. Even though it still incorporates cream and green tones, it's a little more gold and can coordinate easily with traditional harvest color schemes.

 

Stacked Pumpkins in Neutral Tones

These little pumpkins were two of my favorite Homegoods finds this fall. The neutral tones and geometric patterns fit the style of my living room decor perfectly, and they make quite a statement!

Unfortunately, I couldn't find links to these, but here is a comparable stacked pumpkin statue and a cute textured pumpkin at Kirkland's. Perfect for indoor or outdoor fall decorating!

Stacked Pumpkins Fall Decor
three tier basket stand fall decor

Perfect Filler Pieces

I actually bought this three-tiered stand on Facebook Marketplace, but this three-tiered wire basket stand is similar and is the perfect solution for any dead space you may have in your home.

To decorate my three-tiered basket for fall, I incorporated eucalyptus and cotton stems and basket fillers similar to these. I find that I use these pieces in almost every season, so find them on sale and make sure you stock up!

I've also added a few fall accents like a pumpkin arrangement and a cute little word block. (I bought both of mine last year, but these options are very similar!) Again, I went with more neutral and earthy tones and linked to similar hues for you to shop!

Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins!

Kirkland's has the cutest little pumpkin fillers! Of course I got the buffalo plaid set, as well as the neutral and blue-toned fillers. I placed mine in a crate centerpiece with a few cattail stems underneath.

If you don't have a container that would work for these fillers, this centerpiece would be a great alternative.

fall pumpkin centerpiece

Most of these items are on sale now, so that makes this the perfect time to shop! Enjoy the season of pumpkin everything!

 

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