25 Creative and Modern Nursery Design Ideas

Just because you're decorating for a little one doesn't mean you need to sacrifice style points. In fact, the nursery is a great place to get super creative with a relatively small space. Whether you're creating bunting on the wall, making your own mobile, or filling the room with cute photos of baby animals, the possibilities for a well-designed nursery are surprisingly endless. Here are 25 ideas to inspire your own interior design creativity.

Blush and Grey

If you think whimsical and chic don’t go together, think again. From origami rabbit “trophies” to triangle stamped walls, each detail in this nursery is just precious. (via Spearmint Baby)

Grey and Coral Nursery

Red and coral accents give this grey nursery an ultra modern vibe. That birch tree wallpaper would look dashing in nearly any room. (via Apartment Therapy)

Black and White

A mostly white room lets playful black patterns pop. We don’t know what’s cuter: the striped cloud wall hanging or the pine tree sheets. (via Forever Love)

Triangle Walls

Boldly patterned walls and rugs make this nursery come alive. That rosy cheeked cloud pillow sure looks happy to call this place home! (via Green Wedding Shoes)

Abstract Art

Usually kids outgrow pretty much everything in their nurseries. But an amazing abstract painting like this can easily become a family heirloom for generations to come. (via Babyology)

Silver and Turquoise

Bright turquoise brings nothing but cheer to this metallic room. The mobile and window garland provide great DIY inspiration. (via Spearmint Baby)

Mismatched ABCs

We love the hodgepodge nature of this ABC wall art. If thrifting for all 26 letters seems overwhelming, try starting with your newborn’s initials. (via Life as a Thrifter)

Peach Damask

Pamper your prince or princess in this luxe nursery. Beautiful damask curtains and a glass chandelier give it an even more regal feel. (via BELLE VIVIR)

Clean and Classic

A neutral color palette makes this nursery feel clean and sophisticated. Dark wood accents and gold trim add a classic touch. (via Indianapolux)

Modern Nursery

The mix of colors and shapes make this nursery super playful. Plus it’s a great way to dress up the basics, like this wooden crib. (via Spearmint Baby)

Blue Accent Wall

We’re dazzled by this wall made of navy patterned panels. Gold and coral accents make this nursery feel calm and dreamy. (via Spearmint Baby)

Baby Blue Nursery

Soothing robin’s egg blue is a classic nursery color choice. Those wallpaper animal portraits are absolutely wild! (via Apartment Therapy)

Yellow Stripes

We love the bold simplicity of this yellow striped room. Plush toys and a fur rug make it feel inviting. (via Buy Modern Baby)

Neutral Nursery

If color’s just not your thing, this neutral nursery is sure to excite. Sleepy mint and grey make this a truly tranquil space. Plus how amazing is that sheep rocker? (via Babiekins Magazine)

Eclectic Nursery

This eclectic nursery shows some amazing space saving solutions. A darling hanging crib and wall-mounted changing station make this set up great for close quarters. (via The Boo and the Boy)

Brown and Beige Nursery

We’re loving the non-traditional color palettes of most of these nurseries, and this room is no exception. Brown, jean, and teal may be just the right combo for your little man. (via DecoPeques)

Solar System Wall

This nursery is out of this world! If we’re this enamored by the planetary wall, then the lucky tyke is sure to love it. (via Lemon Drop Life)

Floral Wallpaper

New school design collides with old school wallpaper in this magnificent nursery. Light wood and modern shaped furniture make this room feel airy. (via Miluccia)

Whimsical Wall Decals

Don’t want to put holes in your walls to decorate your nursery? Use this cheery room’s wall decals and pennant garland as inspiration, or even try framing photos with washi tape! (via 101 Woonideeën)

Double Cribs

Need room for two? These totally mobile oval cribs will give your twins a 360 degree sensory experience from day one. (via BELLE VIVIR)

Bird Wallpaper

Dreams are sure to be sweet with this whimsical wallpaper design. The artsy drawing of mom and pop above the crib is too cute. (via Kitty Genius)

Zig Zag Rug

We’ve seen a lot of statement walls, but what about statement rugs? This one combines a cool zig zag pattern that mellows out the nursery’s playful safari theme. (via Lay Baby Lay)

Alice in Wonderland Nursery

There’s no better way to spark your baby’s imagination than by introducing him or her to curious characters like Alice and the White Rabbit. The circular crib and monogrammed pillow keep things classy in wonderland. (via Piccoli Elfi)

Chalkboard Paint Nursery

With the days of drawing on walls soon approaching, prep from the get-go by using chalkboard paint in your nursery. Genius! (via BELLE VIVIR)

White and Natural Wood Nursery

This may be our favorite nursery of the bunch. A posh palette of white and grey makes a beautiful background for the gorgeous wooden crib to shine. (via Piccoli Elfi)

Eating out as a vegan can be a true challenge, especially if you don’t exactly know that what you’re ordering is 100% vegan. Fast food faves like McDonald’s and Taco Bell are secretly packed with vegan items, and Starbucks is no exception. From oat milk coffees to satisfyingly savory snacks, you’ve actually got plenty of plant-based choices when you pull up at your local Starbucks.

Scroll on to explore every vegan Starbucks drink and food item you can add to your order!

Vegan Starbucks Drinks

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1. Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado

This new-to-the-menu espresso drink combines brown sugar syrup and oat milk to balance out the punchy coffee notes.

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2. Latte (Iced + Hot)

You can totally enjoy a latte at Starbucks if you're vegan. Their oat, almond, coconut, and soy milks are vegan, plus many of their syrups qualify as vegan, too, if you want to flavor up your drink. According to this Starbucks supervisor, all of Starbucks "clear" syrups are vegan and dairy-free. Starbucks' regular and white mocha sauces and caramel drizzle are also vegan and dairy-free.

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3. Americano (Iced + Hot)

Starbucks' Americanos are just water and espresso, so you don't have to worry about any dairy being in there. Optionally, you could ask for a splash of non-dairy milk and pumps of your fave syrup.

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4. Brewed Coffee (Iced + Hot)

Same goes for their brewed coffees, including iced coffee. Easily ask your barista to add in some non-dairy milk and a few pumps of syrup if you desire!

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5. Nondairy Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew

This vegan cold brew drink is crafted with non-dairy cold foam that's flavored with salted caramel – and it's delish!

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6. Nitro Cold Brew

A plain nitro cold brew from Starbucks is fully vegan and dairy-free. You can choose to add a splash of non-dairy milk, if you wish your sip to be a bit smoother and creamier.

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7. Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso

This one's a classic: shots of espresso get shaken up with ice and brown sugar syrup to create a frothy foam, then the drink is topped off with oat milk to cut the bitterness. It's quite a delectable order, even if you're not eating fully vegan.

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8. Starbucks Refreshers

All of Starbucks' fruity Refreshers are vegan. Plus, you can can add lemonade, tea, other flavor inclusions like strawberry and peach to add some extra oomph.

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9. Iced Black Tea

Their refreshing iced black tea is certifiably vegan, too.

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10. Iced Green Tea

If you prefer green tea, Starbucks' offering is vegan-friendly. If you tend to take your tea a bit sweeter, just order it with however many packets of your preferred sweetener, and your barista will add it in.

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11. Lemonade

You truly can't go wrong with a lemonade!

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12. Hot Teas

Starbucks' hot teas are totally vegan, too. If you want to make them fancier, ask for an additional splash of your go-to non-dairy milk!

Vegan Starbucks Foods

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1. Rolled & Steel-Cut Oatmeal

Now onto the food! First up is Starbucks' oatmeal, which you can fancy up with nuts, berries, and brown sugar. Make sure to order it with water to ensure it stays vegan.

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2. Plain Bagel

Surprisingly, Starbucks' bagels are also vegan.

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3. Everything Bagel

The plain and everything bagels will work for any vegan eater.

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4. Avocado Spread

Plus, you can order your bagel with a side of this delicious avocado spread for a nutritious boost!

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5. Spicy Falafel Pocket

This 100% vegan snack pocket is new to the Starbucks menu, but it's already become a fan-favorite amongst vegans and non-vegans alike.

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6. Chipotle Almond Dip

You can order the Spicy Falafel Pocket with a side of this fully-vegan Chipotle Almond Dip (AKA Bitchin’ Sauce). Yum.

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What is it about family sagas that seem to make book clubs more interesting? Maybe it's because we know interpersonal relationships can be a little dysfunctional. It could be that we still don't know how to communicate with the people we love the most. Even if we love our parents and siblings, reading about other families' fictional twists and turns gives us a rush of adrenaline.

So it's no wonder Jenna Bush Hager's January book club pick feels like something we can read without putting down. It's full of complicated relationship dynamics, love, and reconciling one's identity with their past. You can say it's the perfect read to kick off your 2025 reading goals!

Learn more about Jenna Bush Hager's 2025 book club pick and fall in love with one character's journey of self-discovery.

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The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus by Emma Knight

Penn should be excited about advancing her education at the University of Edinburgh, but she can't stop thinking about the secret her parents have been keeping from her. For some reason, she believes she'll uncover it while she's in Scotland because Lord Lennox — her father's friend — is in the area.

Her hunger for the truth leads her to Lord Lennox's estate where she she starts mingling with his family and even discovers love in this moving novel.

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Jenna Bush Hager's Thoughts About The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus

Jenna Bush Hager thinks readers will love The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus because "it's a rich novel" with themes of "friendship and motherhood" (via Instagram). It's so good, she's sure "it will sweep you off your feet (via Instagram).

We hope you enjoy reading about Penn's journey in The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus and encourage you to check out Reese Witherspoon's January book club pick next!

Trader Joe’s loves to keep us on our toes when it comes to their new arrivals. We’re constantly monitoring the aisles to discover all the new TJ’s sweet treats and savory snacks they launch – and these 7 new picks for January 2025 are not to be missed! All of these Trader Joe’s products will run you less than $5, which only makes sealing the deal on your grocery bill easier.

From delicious dips to a very enticing new frozen meal, these are the 7 best new Trader Joe’s finds you absolutely need to try in January 2025.

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1. Teensy Candy Bars

These tiny little candy bar bites ($2.99) resemble Snickers in the best way possible: layers of nougat, caramel, and peanuts are enveloped in a delicious chocolate coating for maximum snackage. We're gonna have to resist eating the whole bag! TJ's even suggests using these bits as decoration for other desserts, like sprinkling some on a scoop of ice cream or baking them into some cookies.

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2. Olive Tapenade Hummus

Trader Joe's array of dips is simply too good to resist, and this newcomer hummus ($3.49) is no exception! It's a tub of "smooth and nutty" hummus topped with a tapenade comprised of black olives, manzanilla olives, capers, and olive oil to give it a salty effect. It's gonna taste so great as a dip for crackers or as a spread on a Mediterranean pita wrap.

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3. Organic Concord Grape Jelly

This squeezable grape jelly ($3.49) is nothing short of nostalgic. Trader Joe's says it's "super smooth, joyously juicy, and potently purple," which immediately has us sold on making PB&Js every day now.

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4. Spicy Chicken Nuggets

Oh, yeah. Bring on the spice with these spicy nuggs ($3.99) that make the perfect easy meal no matter the time of day! Made from all-natural chicken breast and rib meat, breaded with wheat, rice and corn flours, then covered in hot sauce and lightly fried, TJ's has their texture down to a tee. You can easily cook 'em in the air fryer, oven, or microwave before chowing down!

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5. Crispy Potato & Poblano Pepper Tacos

These halved and fried frozen tacos ($4.99) will totally crush your Taco Bell cravings, since they come together super quickly and contain flavors with mind-blowing authenticity! Each taco is filled with a blend of seasoned mashed potatoes and some "ever-so- slightly spicy" poblano peppers that'll work so well with any dipping sauce, from TJ's salsa to their creamy Jalapeño Sauce.

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6. Strawberry Mini Hold The Cone!

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Trader Joe's is debuting a new flavor ($3.99) of their classic Hold The Cone! frozen dessert: strawberry! These tiny, chocolate-covered cones are lined with even more "rich" chocolate on the inside, then packed with strawberry ice cream, which TJ's says is crafted with plenty of strawberry purée.

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7. Caesar Salad Dip

Trader Joe's shoppers have said this new Caesar Salad Dip ($3.69) makes a perfect girl dinner addition– which, if you get it, you get it! The tub starts with a "creamy" base that's then loaded up with Caesar-seasoned sour cream, mayo, anchovy paste, Parmesan, and finely shredded Romaine for the crunch. It's best enjoyed with crackers or veggie sticks to dip, but you could also smatter fried chicken or seared steak in it for some ahh-mazing flavor!

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