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Guest Picks: 19 Ideas for Nautical-Theme Kids' Rooms
Blue and white, rope and boat-theme accents combine for a young sailor's dream bedroom
I'm currently working on the redesign of my three-year-old son's bedroom. I think I have settled on a nautical theme, but I also want to make sure the room can grow with him and be applicable 10 years from now. Below are my top 20 picks for a seafaring-inspired boy's room that will hopefully age gracefully! — Emma from The Marion House Book
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With its dancing anchors in royal blue, this blanket by Vik Prjonsdottir is whimsical and charming. It's a perfect statement piece.
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This brass dock light has roots back to the shipyards of 19th century London. It would definitely bring a marine feel to a boy's bedroom and would look great on the wall beside a twin bed.
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I'm thinking of using this red, white and blue vintage plaid wool blanket on my son's bed. The color scheme is perfect for a nautical-themed room.
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Nautical striped sheets in white and navy are the perfect complement to a plaid throw.
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This anchor and chain carving would make a great accessory. It's carved from one piece of wood!
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This vintage ship print is ideal for an adventure-loving boy's room — beautifully illustrated!
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These map cushions, made from original Cold War silk aviator maps, would be perfect as accents on a bed or chair.
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The story behind these original found Japanese glass fishing floats is so romantic. They traveled the ocean currents for years until a beachcomber discovered them in Alaska. What a great story to tell a little boy!
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I love the red, blue and yellow color of these wire baskets. They would make great toy storage.
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I'm thinking of finding a secondhand dresser and replacing the knobs with these pliant jute rope handles. They'll immediately make the piece more seaworthy!
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I love using baskets to stow away toys. They're easy to use and look great. This sea grass version would add texture to a nautical-themed room.
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This burlap star garland has a beachy feel and would work well in the room. Maybe behind his bed or over his window frame?
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I've wanted one of these iconic Noguchi paper lanterns for a while now. This is one of those pieces you will always find a place for in your house and that will last the test of time.
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This blue and white flat woven rug with jaunty stripes would be great underfoot!
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This sliced chunky wood stool could function as a small seat or side table. Its rough texture and eclectic design echo faraway lands.
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Toss this blue awning stripe throw at the end of a bed or over a chair for a nautical look.
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These nautical signal flags would make a great wall decoration. Hang one or two of them on the wall or string a whole bunch of them together like a bunting.
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These curtain tie-backs would pop against some navy or red linen curtains.
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I'm not sure if we have the room for this piece, but it is something that could be hung from the ceiling of the room. I love all the layers of accumulated paint.
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Ideabook published on April 10, 2012.
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