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
Seablanket by Vik Prjonsdottir
With its dancing anchors in royal blue, this blanket by Vik Prjonsdottir is whimsical and charming. It's a perfect statement piece.
Beach Style Outdoor Wall Lights And Sconces
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.
Vintage Plaid Wool Blanket No.4
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.
Stripe Sheet Set, White/Dusty Navy
Nautical striped sheets in white and navy are the perfect complement to a plaid throw.
Whimsey Folk Art Anchor And Chain Carving
This anchor and chain carving would make a great accessory. It's carved from one piece of wood!
Vintage Ship Print 7 Nautical Sail Boat Sea By Hindsvik
This vintage ship print is ideal for an adventure-loving boy's room — beautifully illustrated!
Silk Aviator Map Cushion By Atelier688
These map cushions, made from original Cold War silk aviator maps, would be perfect as accents on a bed or chair.
Japanese Glass Fishing Floats Original Nets By GlassFloatJunkie
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!
Wire Egg Baskets
I love the red, blue and yellow color of these wire baskets. They would make great toy storage.
Pliant Rope Handle
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!
Seagrass Basket, Oversized
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.
Star Garland
This burlap star garland has a beachy feel and would work well in the room. Maybe behind his bed or over his window frame?
Akari Light Sculptures
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.
Baxter Table/Stool, Small
This sliced chunky wood stool could function as a small seat or side table. Its rough texture and eclectic design echo faraway lands.
Blue Awning Stripe Woven Cotton Throw
Toss this blue awning stripe throw at the end of a bed or over a chair for a nautical look.
Signal Flag Décor, W Flag
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.
Curtain Tie backs Light Brown Rope Nautical By AlaskaRugCompany
These curtain tie-backs would pop against some navy or red linen curtains.
Folk Art Large-Scale Model Rowboat
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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