Designing a nursery is about more than choosing furniture. The style you select shapes the atmosphere your baby will grow up in. Two of the most loved looks right now, modern organic and cottagecore, offer different moods yet both create calm, meaningful spaces.

🌿 The Modern Organic Nursery

Modern organic nurseries are all about clean lines softened by natural textures and earthy tones. Think soft neutrals, timber furniture, and a sense of calm order that still feels warm and welcoming.

Key features:

• White, oat, clay, and soft grey walls paired with timber finishes. Think clean simplicity softened by natural materials and earthy tones.

• Simple wooden cots and streamlined furniture balanced with organic forms. Sacred Bundle’s Ashwood and Walnut collection captures this look beautifully, and their travertine accents add a grounding touch.

• Natural fibres such as linen curtains, jute rugs and wool throws. TBCo lambswool tartan blankets, Grampians Goods Co. merino wool baby blankets, and Elan & Earth’s hand-knotted rugs in natural fibres are all lovely choices.

• Subtle accents like a wool felt mobile, woven baskets or a minimal framed print. Thistle & Felt mobiles are handcrafted from pure merino wool felt, certified safe for nursery spaces, and designed to complement this style perfectly. We are also in love with artwork by Debbie Mackenzie - prints such as 'Dusk' or 'Petrichor' would make a beautiful statement piece. 

Why parents love it:
The modern organic nursery feels timeless and sophisticated while still grounded in nature. It is practical, uncluttered, and creates a restful backdrop for the busyness of early parenthood.

🪻 The Cottagecore Nursery

Cottagecore is rooted in nostalgia and romance, inspired by country cottages, wildflowers and handcrafted details. It creates a space that feels whimsical, warm and full of story.

Key features:

• Soft earthy tones such as sage, blush, honey and lavender

• Vintage-inspired wooden toys and heirloom furniture

• Natural fibres like linen, wool and wicker. Wool Valley Australia has beautiful 100% organic wool filled pillows and doonas, pair it with organic cotton quilt covers and pillowcases from Bed Threads or Kip&Co.

• Handcrafted details including mobiles, bunting, embroidery or floral prints. Thistle & Felt merino wool mobiles add an artisanal touch, while Jilly Henderson artwork brings a soft, illustrative charm.

Why parents love it:
A cottagecore nursery feels magical, like stepping into a storybook. It celebrates craftsmanship, nature and slow living, qualities many parents want to surround their children with.

Which One Feels Like You?

Choosing between modern organic and cottagecore often comes down to personality:

• If you love simplicity, natural textures and a minimal aesthetic, modern organic might be for you.

• If you find joy in handcrafted details, nostalgia and layers of cosy textures, cottagecore may be the perfect fit.

Bringing It Together

At Thistle & Felt, every mobile is designed to complement both worlds. A pared-back mobile in soft neutrals such as Lunar Lullaby, Dreaming Fawn or Under the Lemon Tree feels at home in a modern organic nursery. Whimsical woodland designs like Woodland Bunny or Where Bunnies Roam bring a cottagecore nursery to life. Whichever style you lean toward, the key is creating a space that feels calm, meaningful and true to your family.

✨ Note: Mobiles are decorative only and should always be hung well out of reach of babies and young children.