14 Magical Decor Ideas for a Harry Potter Nursery

For fresh prints and nursery decor from independent designers look no further than Minted. This Once Upon a Blue Moon Print by Texas-based Maja Cunningham is a sweet addition to your bear's room.

For finds that are adorable and easy on your wallet, look to H&M, which has a whole kids line of bedding, blankets, rugs, accessories and more. These wooden storage boxes are a perfect way to keep books, toys, and all of your baby stuff organized in a stylish way.

Serena & Lily has everything you need to make a house a home and a nursery simply sweet. The founders, Serena and Lily, get that although life is messy, it still deserves a beautiful backdrop. Take this cozy Kalahari Mini Quilt ($128). It's as stylish as it is practical.

If your style is boho-chic, look no further than Anthropologie Kids, which has color furniture, lighting, rugs, and wall art like this Brownstone Bookshelf ($498). You'll be tempted to move it from the nursery to your own bedroom.

Pottery Barn makes the most classically designed and well-made furniture we've seen, and with showrooms around the country, if you need to see the pieces in person, this is a great place to start. Shopping tip: Keep an eye out for their big furniture sales, when you can get everything from cribs to knitted baby blankets at major discounts!

With their mid-century furniture design and gorgeous signature fabrics, DwellStudio is the modern nursery brand you see popping up all over your nursery Pinterest boards. Prepare to fall in love with pieces like this musical llama from Manhattan Toy ($50).

Fawn + Forest does an amazing job of collecting some of the most stunning modern nursery and decor designs by the latest up-and-coming brands, so this site is not to be missed. Might we suggest the Oeuf Rhea Crib in Walnut ($670)?

Carrying a huge range of modern furniture, decor, bedding, baby gear, and toys, AllModern really is a design-forward one-stop shop, where you can pick up all-modern lookers like the babyletto Hudson 3-in-2 convertible crib ($750) or Swivel Glider ($703).

Project Nursery has a nicely curated collection of design-forward furniture and decor; there are enough options to find what you want but not too many for you to be overwhelmed. This adorable pom pom rug by Pehr Designs ($280) will make a bright statement in your baby's room.

Restoration Hardware has the vintage-meets-modern thing down pat, and their baby and child lines are no exception. Their rustic pieces, like the Landry Panel Crib are almost regal, and the furniture is perfectly mix-and-matchable.

Modern Nursery offers a huge selection of sleek nursery furniture, wall decals and wallpaper, mobiles, rugs, like this Lorena Canals Ocean Shore Washable Rug ($229), and so much more. Be sure to sign up for Modern Rewards to earn as you buy.

What are your favorite nursery shops? Share with us @BritandCo!

This post was updated in partnership with Minted. Shop Minted to find more nursery decor ideas.

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1. Wall Art: There are so many ways to personalize your nursery walls with photos and prints. Play with washi tape for creating patterns and framing prints, everything from inspiring messages and graphic art to cute forest and wild animals like this baby leopard! (via Minted)

2. Bedside Pom-Pom Rug: Everything baby touches should be impossibly soft and fluffy. Bring on the pom-pom rug. (via Say Yes)

3. Wall Mural: Design your own statement wall with tape and paint or take the easier and just-as-pretty route with removable murals in colorful prints, like this Looking Far West by artist Sue Prue. (via Minted)

4. Pom-Pom Wall Art: We can never have enough pom-poms! We love this texturally rich wall hanging and we think your bb will too. (via Brit + Co)

5. Dipped Tree Trunk Table: Okay, is it weird that we want to put this in our room instead of the nursery? This tree trunk table gives baby's room a bit of rustic yet modern charm. It will only cost you a few bucks to make this gorgeously rustic piece. (via Couture and Turbulences)

6. Fabric Storage Baskets: Babies come with a ton of stuff. Loads and loads of stuff. Prepare the storage. Make some for your room or buy ones in fresh and modern prints. (via Minted)

7. Crib Skirt: Short on space? Under baby's crib is the perfect hideaway for extra storage… as long as it's cleverly concealed with a cute crib skirt like this one. (via DIY Decor Mom)

8. Paper Mache Alphabet Wall: Baby’s got things to learn, people. Give her a jump-start on the alphabet with this wall art. (via Fawn Over Baby)

9. Mixed Material Tassel Garland: Mixing yarn and nonfrayed fabric to DIY this garland makes for a cozy backdrop to your crib. (via Brit + Co)

10. Nursery Pinboard: Your new life will require a memory-holding pinboard that you can customize or DIY for all the cards (especially those perfectly written ones you'll want to keep) and reminders to pick up more diapers, wipes, etc. (via Minted)

11. Moon Cradle from Pallets: If you've managed to salvage some wood pallets you can pull off this stunning upcycle. How can a baby not enjoy sweet dreams when lulled to sleep in a moon cradle? (via 1001 Pallets)

12. Corkboard Gallery Wall: Create a nostalgic wall space so your little one will already feel like he or she is part of the crew! Add more baby photos as you take them — trust us, there will lots! (via Brit + Co) 

13. Thumbtack Wall Art: Pick your message and then tack away! (via Brit + Co)

14. Elephant Doorstop: Drop everything. It's an elephant doorstop and you know you need it now. This little guy is absolutely irresistible. (via Create Studio)

15. Coffee Filter Angel Wings: You'll never guess what common household item these pretty wings are crafted from — cereal boxes and coffee filters! (via Alice Wingerden)

16. Felt Hot Air Balloon Mobile Tutorial: Here's what baby's bedtime should look like: a few pages of Goodnight Moon and visions of pretty little hot air balloons. Make it happen. (via How Joyful)

17.Decoupage Outlet Covers: Is it weird that we want to stare at our light switches? These covers are so pretty we can't take our eyes off them. (via 36th Avenue)

18. Nursery Shelf: Some moms may tell you to throw out all organization goals after baby's arrival. But we think it's okay to have high aspirations. Get off to a great start and show all your friends you're clearly super-mom with this Little Artist Shelf for hanging shower cards and other mementos from the built-in art clips. (via Minted)

19.Wall Garlands: Craft some wall garlands like these and you'll be the queen of Pinterest-perfect nurseries. We love how these pretties are draped, curtain-style. (via Design Love Fest)

20. Pom-Pom Mobile: Ok, yes — we know! But TBH, there's *always* room for another pom-pom DIY. Intro your tiny tot to the wonderful (and V. colorful) world of pom-pom-ery via a DIY mobile. (via Brit + Co)

22.Personalized Pillow: Kids love their name on *everything* - how sweet would it be on a pillow as cute as this personalized Safari Cats pillow? (via Minted)

23. Rope Shelving: Okay, we know you're getting an “I need that" gleam in your eye already. You've probably already planned out the perfect spot in your home for this rope shelf. It'd even be okay if it's not in your nursery. (via Simply Grove)

24.Lampshade: The cutest baby in the world needs to have the cutest lamp in the world, obviously. (via Minted)

25. Cloud Mobile: It doesn't get much dreamier than a dozen fluffy little clouds, blissfully strung mobile-style to grace the space over baby's crib. Haven't you heard? Counting clouds is the new best way to lull baby to sleep. (via Fresh Mommy Blog)

26. Clear Shelves: Where else would you keep baby's favorite bedtime storybooks? (via This Little Street)

27. Poster from a Photograph: Channel your inner artist and follow this tutorial to paint your baby's portrait. It's easier than it looks, and you'll feel like Picasso when it's complete. (via Patent Pending Projects)

28. Wooden Baby Gym Tutorial: We spoke with your babe, and he totally needs this wooden baby gym. (via Empty Handed)

29. Birth Stat Chalkboard Wall Art: Preserve all the precious details of your little one's birthday on a piece of art you can proudly display. (via The DIY Village)

30. Personalized Chair: This one will last them (and you) through the years. (Paper Cut by Alethea and Ruth for Minted)

What are you DIY-ing to create dreamy digs for your baby? Share with us @BritandCo!

This post was updated in partnership with Minted. Shop Minted to find more nursery decor ideas.

Brit + Co may at times use affiliate links to promote products sold by others, but always offers genuine editorial recommendations.

Here's How Often You Should Cut Your Hair, According To Professionals

I’ll admit it — it had been eight months since my last haircut. My hair had lost its shape, my layers were nowhere to be found, and my ends were begging for mercy. Life got busy over the last few months and I was neglecting my haircare like never before.

My hairdresser could immediately see that I was beyond due for a cut and said I needed to get more taken off than I was hoping. I was definitely disappointed — I'd been working on growing out my hair for a while now, and it just felt like my hard work had completely gone to waste. He explained that getting consistent haircuts is the key to growing out healthy and strong hair, rather than letting it grow and grow until it eventually breaks. So let's dig into the top three things you can do to avoid this scenario!

1. Just Get The Dang Haircut

Also avoiding a haircut like I was? You might want to schedule one at your nearest salon. Like my stylist said, when you wait too long between trims like I did, you risk your hair becoming heavy, dull, and lifeless. When the hair is dry or even dead, it’s nearly impossible for it to hold a curl or style, essentially collapsing on you and taking on more and more heat damage all the while. I know the pain of spending time on a blowout only for it to fall minutes later — it’s the worst.

According to Jack, getting a haircut every 10-12 weeks is the best time frame or your ends will pay the price. Between blow-drying, curling, straightening, sun, and weather, our ends get dry and start to break without the proper care. Getting consistent haircuts allows hair to bounce back, shine, and perform the way we want in a healthy way.

2. Leave-In Conditioners Are Your Friend

His top piece of advice to keep your hair looking and feeling hydrated between trims? Invest in conditioning treatments. Jack swears by the Olaplex conditioning system, specifically the No 3 Hair Perfector. Made with patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™, this conditioning treatment repairs and prevents damage in as little as three minutes. No 3 promises to reduce breakage and visibly strengthen hair, so it’s the perfect assistance to keep ends fresh between cuts. Another conditioning treatments I’ve used and loved for years is the Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask, which is designed to restore moisture, elasticity, and shine to dry hair.

3. Switch Up Your Shampoos

Switching shampoos frequently is a pretty hot tip that I honestly hadn't thought of. Our hair gets used to the same products and grows tired of them, resulting in lackluster locks. Jack’s advice is to switch brands after finishing every bottle of shampoo to bring life back to your hair. Have two brands that you’re loyal to? Even switching back and forth between them after every bottle should make a big difference in your hair. I’m a huge fan of the R+Co Dallas Biotin Thickening Shampoo, which makes my hair look thick and full, as well as the Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo, which is so hydrating and gives so much shine.

In the end, navigating your back-and-forth relationship with haircuts often feels like a rollercoaster ride between wanting that fresh look and cringing at the receipt. Luckily, by using conditioning treatments and switching up your products,, you can keep your locks healthy, shiny, and full of life between trims. But take a newly learned lesson out of my book: don't let your ends pay the price for procrastination and just book the haircut.