Why do some nurseries feel calm and others feel busy?

Understanding what helps a space feel settled

What makes the difference?

Printed calm nursery guide pamphlet lying flat, featuring neutral tones and gentle nursery artwork

What this guide offers

The Calm Nursery Guide is a quiet, visual resource for parents who want their baby’s space to feel gentle, grounded, and uncluttered without following trends or rules.

Busy environments can be stimulating.
Calm environments can feel safe.

This guide invites a slower, more considered approach to nursery spaces.

Open calm nursery guide pamphlet showing tips on negative space and soothing nursery colours

Inside the guide

🍃 Understanding visual calm and negative space
🍃 Choosing colours that soften a room
🍃 Creating areas where the eyes can pause
🍃 Using artwork with intention, not clutter
🍃 Gentle reminders for parents too

🍃 you feel overwhelmed by “perfect nursery” imagery
🍃 you prefer gentle, neutral spaces
🍃 you want guidance without pressure
🍃 you’re creating a calm home for both baby and yourself

This guide is for you if…

Lifestyle mock-up of the Calm Nursery Guide displayed in a neutral nursery setting with gentle artwork and soft tones

Created with care

This guide was created by a children’s artist and mum, with a focus on simplicity, gentle artwork, and calm, considered spaces.