Guest Picks: Sharpen Your Home's Look With Sea Urchin Decor
Get right to the point with accessories and fabrics inspired by these prickly, spiny sea creatures
I have a long-standing fascination with sea urchins. There is this great irony about them: They are rigid, spiny and pain inducing, yet beautiful, delicate and awe-inspiring. You can find them and their less-than-literal silhouettes gracing the interiors of many stylish homes nowadays. Lamps, bowls, vases, sculptures and fabric patterns are just some of the places these echinoderms pop up in decor. I've rounded up 20 of my favorite urchin-like accessories for your viewing pleasure. They aren't just for beach houses! — Dana from House Tweaking
Gold Urchin Chandelier with 5 Lights by Stimulight
This spectacular urchin chandelier is the creative tangent work of a West Elm designer and is currently only available through Etsy. The golden spines lend a midcentury feel and would go a long way in bringing a modern touch to a living or dining room.
Threshold Sea Urchin Tea Light Candleholder
Add romantic ambience to your alfresco dining experience this summer by arranging a few of these urchin tea light holders in the middle of an outdoor dining table. Use them with taller items of various heights for a well-balanced centerpiece.
Sea Urchin Art Print by Adams Ale Art Prints
For the curious scientist in us all, here is a warm and colorful sea urchin collage derived from a natural history text.
Air Plants in Sea Urchin Shells by Plantzilla
These pastel sea urchins hold a trio of air plants. Display them on open shelves or on a desk.
Small Sea Urchin Lamp
This hand-crafted table lamp was made to look like an urchin by precisely cutting small pieces of vinyl. The texture is amazing! It's way too pricey for me, but it does inspire my creative/DIY side.
Antique Sea Urchin Art Print by 1001 Treasures
Created with a vintage charm, this print should be framed in walnut and hung in the guest room of a cottage.
Brass Urchin Accent
Incorporate bursts of brass spines into an asymmetrical gallery wall for a luxe look.
Driftwood Ball Sculptures by Sunset Driftwood
This handmade driftwood sculpture is reminiscent of the sea urchin shape. For an organic touch, add one to a stack of books on a coffee table or display several on a mantel.
Sea Urchin Salt & Pepper
These antique silver sea urchins double as salt and pepper shakers. What a great housewarming gift!
Dwell Studios by Global Views Golden Urchin Sculpture
Place one of these golden urchin sculptures on a coffee table tray for a playful yet sophisticated display.
Kelly Wearstler Groundworks 'Sea Urchin' Pillow Cover by Modern Coastal
A starburst urchin design makes for a modern fabric pattern. Mix and match with solids or smaller patterns.
'Notes From a Walk on the Beach 1' Art Print by Working Woman
I would frame this feathery, casual sea urchin drawing and lean it on top of a dresser for an easy, breezy look.
Geode Sea Urchin by Little World Design
Design and nature collide in this decorative urchin geode. It's stunning!
Varigated Grey Pouf
Not all urchin decor is so literal. A knit floor pouf has the same silhouette as a sea urchin — minus the uncomfortable spines.
Stacked Sea Urchin Lamp
Stacked urchins form the base of this table lamp. The urchin-like spines and bumps create a great nubby texture that is a wonderful contrast against shinier, smoother surfaces.
Threshold Starburst Mirrors, Set of 3
These starburst mirrors aren't 3-D spheres like true urchins, but their metal spines definitely make me think of those spiky echinoderms under the sea. I would hang these within a gallery arrangement or around a flat-screen TV.
Polish Star Ornament by Kissa Design
I want to try my hand at DIYing some modern spiky paper ornaments next Christmas. Wouldn't they look like fireworks on the Christmas tree?
Sea Urchin Ebony Groundworks Pillow Cover by Martha & Ash
The black urchins on an ivory background make for a simple fabric colorway. I would use a few of these on a gray linen sofa and pair them with colorful pillows.
Gold Sea Urchin Place Card Holder by Beachy Chic Decor
Urchin place card holders are a great idea for a wedding, shower or brunch.
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