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Home » Blog » Parenting » 15 Stunning Coastal Nursery Ideas You’ll Love

15 Stunning Coastal Nursery Ideas You’ll Love

December 12, 2024 by Sammy Leave a Comment

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Coastal nurseries are a fantastic way to bring the soothing vibes of the beach into your little one’s space. From bright colors to nautical themes, these ideas will inspire you to create a serene environment that’s both stylish and fun. Check out these 15 beautiful designs that capture the essence of seaside living while giving your nursery a refreshing twist.

Driftwood Furniture and Decor

Driftwood Narrow Console Table With Tree Branch Bookshelf Driftwood Console Reclaimed Wood Table Entryway Handmade Furniture for Home Decor - Etsy

Driftwood furniture adds that beachy feel to your nursery. You can create your own with driftwood you collect at the beach or shop handmade furniture and driftwood art.

Shop Driftwood Furniture on Etsy

Nautical-Themed Décor with Stripes

Love classic blue and white stripes that add that nautical feeling to any nursery. You can choose striped wallpaper or bedding.

Shop Nautical Wallpaper on Amazon
Shop Blue & White Stripe Baby Room Decor on Amazon

Under-the-Sea Murals

Under-the-sea and ocean murals create a bright and colorful space for your baby. They are fun too as your baby grows and becomes interested in the ocean and sea animals.

Shop Ocean Mural Wallpaper on Etsy
Shop Ocean Mural Wallpaper on Amazon

Seashell and Starfish Accents

Seashells and starfish decor are a no brainer for a coastal nursery. They are so pretty and natural, plus if you’re like me you have shells collected from beach vacations already! If not, don’t worry you can shop them below!

Shop Shells and Starfish on Etsy
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Ocean-Inspired Color Palette

You can pull ocean-inspired colors from images and your nursery decor. Ocean color palettes are typically calming.

Soft blues and sandy tones create a serene atmosphere perfect for relaxation. Images of the ocean are calming and inviting.

Coastal Patterns in Textiles

A nursery decorated with coastal patterns, featuring light blue and shell designs on curtains, armchair, and bedding.

Coastal patterns bring a fresh vibe to any space, especially in nurseries. The soft blues and shell designs create a calming atmosphere for little ones. These elements not only look great but also inspire a love for the beach from an early age!

Shop Coastal Patterned Furniture at Wayfair
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Ocean Themed Bedding

Cute Sea Animals Baby Crib Sheets 52''x28'' Ocean Turtle Whale Jellyfish Sea Horse Weeds Fitted Crib Mattress Cover for Boy Girl Marine Nursery Baby Bed Sheets for Standard Crib an...

Cute patterned ocean sheets are such an easy way to tie a coastal themed room together. As your baby gets older they will love looking at the pattern on their sheets in their crib.

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Shop Coastal Patterned Sheets on Etsy

Ocean Mobiles

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When my babies were little there definitely weren’t as many options as there are now. I love some of the homemade mobiles they have on Etsy and ocean is such a cute theme with so many options available.

Shop Coastal Mobiles on Etsy
Shop Coastal Mobiles on Amazon

Elegant Coral and Aqua Accents

There are so many ocean color combos to choose from but coral and aqua are definitely favorites!

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DISSA Fleece Blanket Throw Size – 51x63, Coral – Soft, Plush, Fluffy, Fuzzy, Warm, Cozy – Perfect Throw for Couch, Bed, Sofa - with Pompom Fringe - Flannel Blanket Throw Blanket
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NANPIPER Flannel Fleece Living Coral Blanket Throw Size Luxury Microfiber Soft Throw 50' x 65' Fluffy Solid Throw Blanket for Couch/Bed
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ALIERSA 10-Heads Artificial Flowers PU Mini Real Touch Tulip Bouquets (Gradient Coral)
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Tropical Plants for a Natural Touch

Indoor space filled with various tropical plants in pots, showcasing vibrant greenery and natural light.

Tropical plants are so pretty and bring a pop of color into the room. Plants fit almost any theme and indoor tropical plants work great for an ocean theme.

Shop Tropical Indoor Plants on Etsy

Dolphin or Whale Theme

Take your ocean theme to one specific animal like dolphins, whales, lobsters, or seals.

Kate & Milo The Kind Whales Board Book, Baby’s First Book About Kindness, Developmental and Learning Board Book for Babies and Toddlers Books, Gift for New and Expecting Parents, Ocean Animals
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TriPro Whale Silicone Nursery Night Light Beach Room Decor Desk Lamp Toys,Bedroom Decorations Gifts for Toddlers,Girls And Boys ,Baby,Kids,Teens''
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Angelcare Bobbi The Whale Ceiling Night Light Projector for Babies and Kids, Sleep Soother with Adjustable Volume Lullabies, White Noises, 3 Night Light Intensities
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Aynaxcol Storage Basket Felt Storage Bin Whale Shaped Collapsible & Convenient Box Organizer with Carry Handles for Home Bedroom Closet Babies Nursery Toys (Large)
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HIYAGON Whale Kids Laundry Basket Baby Hamper for Nursery Boy Kids Hamper Cute Kids Toys Storage Bin Organizer Whale Room Decor for Home(Blue Whale)
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Crib Mobile for Baby Boys Girls Ocean Whale Nursery Mobile Gender Neutral Baby Mobile Handmade Ceiling Mobile Best Gifts for Christmas Birthday Baby Shower
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Ocean Play Area

Wee Gallery Ocean Play Mat for Babies - Reversible Floor Mat for Tummy Time Made with Sustainable Materials - Padded Activity Mat for Infant Playtime - (40 Inches)

Add an ocean playmat, bouncer, or baby swing to your nursery for your baby’s different stages of growth. When they get into toddlerhood there are the cutest ocean themed magnet tiles you can get.

Sale Bright Starts Disney Baby Finding Nemo Mr. Ray Ocean Lights & Music Gym, Ages Newborn +
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Blissful Diary Shell Baby Play Gym Mat, Softer & Enlarged Tummy Time Mat w 6 Detachable Toys for Sensory & Motor Skill Development, Activity Mat for Newborn Essentials Shower Gift, Boho Ocean Theme
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Baby Play Gym Mat, Tummy Time Activity Mat with 6 Detachable Toys and Pillow for Newborn Stage-Based Sensory and Motor Skill Development, Infant Play Mat for Babies to Toddlers
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Joypony Baby Play Gyms Mat, Larger Tummy Time Mat with Pillow, Mirror & 5 Sensory Toys, Activity Mat for Babies 0-18 Months, Easy to Install & Clean
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Baby Play Mat, Oversize Shell Tummy Time Mat with 6 Detachable Baby Activity Toys, Baby Gyms & Playmats for Babies 0-6 Months, Baby Mat for Floor Newborn Baby Shower Gifts (Beige)
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Rustic Wooden Accents and Accessories

A minimalist nursery with rustic wooden furniture is perfect for a gender neutral theme.

Boat Shelves for Storage

Morning View 2-Shelf Wood Boat Shelf, Nautical Decor with Fishing Net, Starfish, Seashells - Wall Mount or Tabletop Display - Beach Themed Home Decor, White, 6.7x3x16.5 Inch

Etsy and Amazon both have lots of boat shelf options and they are all so cute. Some are tiny, some you can hang on the wall, and others are full bookshelf size.

Shop Boat Shelving on Etsy
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Vintage Beach Prints on the Walls

Give your nursery a vintage feel with beach or ocean prints found at a thrift shop or on Etsy! There are so many affordable printables these days to choose from online.

Shop Vintage Ocean Prints on Etsy
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