Your IKEA Sundvik crib and bed are a sensible choice, cleverly changing with your child from baby through the toddler years. You’ll definitely want to make it uniquely your own, whether you aim for a cheerful, open feel or a snug, quiet corner. These 30 practical ideas will help you set it up for your child’s space.
Keep Books at Eye Level with a Sloped White Bookshelf
Keep your little one’s favorite stories within reach by using a low, sloped bookshelf. This white unit displays books with their covers facing forward.
White Crib With Soft Blankets and Stuffed Animals
Drape soft knit blankets over the side of a white crib. Add a few plush stuffed animals inside.
Tame Toy Clutter with Striped Woven Baskets
Woven baskets, especially those with a striped pink and natural fiber design, tame stuffed animals and blankets by keeping them off the floor and within easy reach.
Wooden Plant Stand Adds Vertical Greenery Next to Crib
A tall wooden stand holds a potted plant next to the crib, its woven basket complementing other textures in the room. It brings nature indoors.
Amplify Light and Style with an Ornate Gold Mirror
Hang a large, ornate gold mirror. Position it to catch the crib and window.
Introduce Shine with a Gold Planter by the Crib
Next to the crib, a large potted plant sits in a metallic gold planter. Its gleam pops against the white crib and dark wood floor.
Wire Baskets for Rolling Up Blankets and Swaddles
Rolled blankets and swaddles stay neatly contained and easy to grab in a wire basket. The open metal design lets you see the fabric patterns at a glance. It’s not fancy, but this clears surface space when you need to select a specific item.
Brighten the Crib with Yellow and White Bedding
If you want a cheerful look for your baby’s crib, incorporate a sunny yellow and white patterned bedding set. Contrasting stripes and sunflower-like patterns make up the design.
Green Gingham Bedding Adds a Fresh Pattern to the Crib
If you want a classic look for the nursery, a light green gingham pattern on the crib bedding does the trick. This playful check pairs well with a wooden crib.
Personalize Crib Panels with Bicycle Stencils
You can personalize crib panels by stenciling a repeating pattern onto them, like white bicycle motifs along the bottom edge of a dark gray surface.
Chalkboard Panels on Crib for Baby’s Arrival Announcements
You can track baby’s due date or milestones right on the crib itself by incorporating a chalkboard panel, using white chalk on its dark surface for an easily updated, informative display.
Drape a Colorful Animal Blanket on a Dark Crib
Draping an animal-themed blanket over the side of a dark crib introduces a playful element. Its bright colors and jungle motifs provide an engaging visual against the crib’s deep wood tones, and tying the corners keeps the blanket securely in place.
Personalized Red Pad With Heart and Name Adds Custom Detail
Attach a personalized fabric panel with your baby’s name and a sweet heart design to the side of the crib. This red and white polka dot pad offers a custom detail. It works best on cribs with solid side panels.
Floral Wall Decals Add Whimsical Charm to Lavender Nursery
Large-scale floral decals can climb the walls. Delicate branches with purple and white blossoms show off small butterflies. This wall art complements the lavender paint and any name decal.
Decorate Walls with Colorful Birdhouses
If a blank wall feels too plain, mount a collection of small, decorative birdhouses. This display uses various bright colors and styles for a cheerful feel.
Keep Essentials Accessible on an Open-Shelf Changing Table
When you need baby items close at hand, an open-shelf changing table provides easy access. It features two drawers and an open compartment, perfect for folded blankets and swaddles.
Gray Toddler Bed With Miniature Doll Crib
Next to the gray toddler bed, a small doll crib provides a charming play element. A doll is nestled in its miniature white crib.
Wooden Shelves Display Whimsical Nightlights and Toys
On the wall by the bedside, simple wooden shelves hold decorative items and small toys. A fox-shaped nightlight and a wooden rainbow stacker sit there.
Canopy Over Bed Creates a Cozy, Dreamy Nook
Sheer fabric drapes from the ceiling above a child’s bed. This soft enclosure is adorned with delicate trim.
Showcase Decor on Geometric Hexagonal Shelves
Mount a few light wood hexagonal shelves above the bed to create a unique display area for small toys or other decorative items.
Wall Hooks for Displaying Playful Outfits and Accessories
Mount a set of wall hooks for your child’s favorite dress-up clothes or accessories. This white rack has colorful knobs and a fox-shaped hook.
Wall Art Featuring Trains Adds Playful Theme
Hang framed drawings of trains above the bed to establish a transportation-themed display. This addition connects the playful bedding with the wooden train track set on the floor, creating a unified room for a young child.
Cast a Soft Glow with a Pink Wall Lamp
A pale pink, cone-shaped wall lamp mounts above the child’s bed. Its perforated pattern adds a playful detail.
Black Droplet Decals Add Playful Whimsy to Nursery Walls
Simple black droplet decals apply to a plain wall. These small, scattered shapes decorate the surface without overwhelming it.
Leaf Canopy Light Creates a Whimsical Reading Nook
If you’re looking to make a nature-inspired reading nook, hang a large, fabric leaf-shaped canopy over the bed. A small, leaf-shaped wall lamp casts a soft, warm glow there.
Choose a White Toddler Bed with Scalloped Details
If your child is transitioning to a larger bed, a white toddler bed with a low profile is ideal. Scalloped details on the headboard and footboard add a playful charm.
Drape a Fabric Scrap Garland on the Bed Frame
Drape a DIY garland made from fabric scraps along the side of a toddler bed. This simple decoration adds a touch of color and texture.
Framed Animal Art for a Playful Nursery Gallery
Create a gallery wall above the crib with framed prints featuring cute animals. Identical white frames with simple matting hold these gentle watercolor designs.
Frame Baby Photos Under a Colorful Scalloped Canopy
If you’re looking to create a sweet focal point above a crib, consider hanging a collection of framed baby photos beneath a playful, scalloped canopy.
