Editors’ top mobile and decoration picks for a super-chic baby’s room
by Lauren Passell
A mobile looks sweet over a crib but remember that once your baby can push himself up to hands and knees, the mobile must be raised out of reach or removed.
Butterfly Origami, $45
Delicate yellow origami butterflies glide in harmony on this unique mobile. It's a pretty view from above or below, and the light (but sturdy) paper will last until baby number two — and beyond.
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Retro Elephants, $49
The bright, eco-friendly felt will catch your baby’s eye, and since the shades can be customized, you can design one that will fit right in with your nursery’s color scheme.
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Bug Out, $4.99
Babies’ll be buggy-eyed staring at these dangling creepy crawlies, and your eyes will pop when you see the price.
I Can Count My 1, 2, 3’s, $40
These colorful felt digits add a pop of color to the nursery — and pointing and naming them is a great, friendly introduction to numbers.
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Seagulls, $50
We can’t get enough of these soft, fuzzy seagulls (made of naturally colored wool), that bring to mind a foggy seaside. (We can almost smell the ocean now!)
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Dancing Beetles, $32.39
These smiling bugs will chase away the crankies. Attached by magnets, these critters can also be detached for playtime.
Penguin Mobile, $42
Penguins can’t fly, but they can look pretty cute floating over your baby’s bed. The black and white are perfect for the gender-neutral nursery — and they’re the best colors to attract your baby’s attention.
Orbit Mobile, $39.95
To cool for the nursery? No way! This artistic mobile will dazzle your baby — and when he’s outgrown it, it can be moved to another room of the house, where everyone can enjoy.
Orbit Mobile, $39.95
To cool for the nursery? No way! This artistic mobile will dazzle your baby — and when he’s outgrown it, it can be moved to another room of the house, where everyone can enjoy.
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Bananafish Mobile, $42.99
A mobile for the girly-girl nursery, the dainty patterns of these birds compliment a pink palette. A soothing lullaby calms your baby and she falls asleep.
Truck, $45
Who knew dump trucks could be so cute? Little boys (and truck-loving girls) will be enamored with this bright, cartoon-y truck, complete with with orange safety cones!
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Pirate’s Cove Mobile, $45.99
Tiny landlubbers will enjoy gazing up at this swashbuckling mobile, which also plays Brahms Lullaby.
Retro Trees, $45
Baby’s eyes will be drawn to the bold patterns and contrasting colors of these mod tress. The little forest is musical, too; choose your tune from Brahms Lullaby or Rock-a-Bye Baby.
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Orbit Mobile, $39.95
To cool for the nursery? No way! This artistic mobile will dazzle your baby — and when he’s outgrown it, it can be moved to another room of the house, where everyone can enjoy.
Wooden Dancers, $39.95
These tiny dancers are laser cut from contrasting shades of Baltic Birch plywood, and treated with water soluble stain and finish.
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Photo Mobile Kit, $27
This mobile kit grows with your child. Start out with sturdy black and white cards (included) that will catch baby’s eye, and as he gets older, replace them with photos of faraway family and friends so he recognized Grandma when he sees her.
Chandelier Kit, $28
DIYers rejoice: a simple, rewarding project that yields the perfect baby gift. Choose your fave color and add your own adornments to this chandelier kit, which adds a sophisticated touch to any nursery.
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Happy Poms, $40
We love these bright, choose-your-own poufs of color, set upon a wire frame. They’re playful and attention-grabbing enough for an infant, but won’t look too babyish once she’s a preschooler.
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Clouds on a Branch, $35
The sound of rain is so soothing, and now here’s a visual to go with it. Thanks to these fluffy felt clouds and drops that hang from a branch, your baby will love sleeping in the rain.
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Lambs & Ivy Park Avenue Musical Blocks, $43.44
Brown is a surprising, sophisticated color choice for a nursery, and more parents are choosing. The clean lines of this soft, chic A B C block mobile completes the look.
Butterflies, $48
Pretty and stimulating, these playful paper butterflies dangle from bright ribbons and will sway gently above your baby’s head, bringing on the kicks, coos and giggles.
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Organic Birds, $40
Bring a little bit of nature inside with these three handmade birds sitting on a (real) wooden branch. It comes ready to be hung, with string on both sides.
