20 DIY Disney Nursery Ideas

Disney-themed wreath covered with small flowers and leaves hanging from wall shelf in nursery

The Spruce / Leticia Almeida

For many, Disney is more than a park. It’s a way of life.

Disney’s timeless characters and heartwarming messages saw us through childhood and beyond. Now that our own “happily ever afters” have arrived, it’s time to pass on the Disney tradition. And what better way could there be to share your love of Disney than with a magical Disney-themed nursery?

Whether you choose to build your nursery space around a single classic film; get nostalgic with some vintage Mickey; or simply create a tribute to all things Disney, you are sure to end up with a space that you and your little one will love for years to come.

Need a little of that Disney magic to get you going? These adorable Disney nursery decor ideas are practically guaranteed to make your nursery the (second) most magical place on earth! 

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    Disney Art Collage Wall

    Disney Nursery Gallery Wall with Vintage Disney Land Sign

    JadeDaisy / Instagram

    Character prints, favorite quotes, treasured souvenirs and family photos surround a charming vintage replica “Disneyland” sign in this gorgeous mixed-media nursery art collage wall spotted on Instagram

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    Disney Princess Dress-Up Station

    Disney Princess Dress-Up Station
    Melissa Hatcher

    What little princess wouldn’t adore this fully stocked Disney Princess dress-up station created by clever mom and DIYer, Melissa Hatcher?

    A row of easy-to-access hooks keep treasured frocks close at hand while a built-in shelf displays accessories fit for a royal in the making. Portraits featuring beloved Disney princesses add the perfect touch to this sweet and girly space. 

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    Alice in Wonderland Lamp

    DIY Teacup lamp
    Vintage Revivals

    Dreaming of a Disney-themed nursery full of curious wonders? This Mad Hatter-inspired, DIY tea set lamp created by Vintage Revivals is a must! With a standard lamp kit, a few second-hand china pieces, and this detailed tutorial, you’ll have all you need to start your own DIY wonderland adventure.

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    Enchanted Rose Nightlight

    DIY Enchanted Rose Nightlight from Disney's Beauty and the Beast
    Third Earth Design

    Created by Third Earth Design, this beautiful, handmade replica of the "enchanted rose" from Disney’s "Beauty and the Beast" may not actually be enchanted, but it is certainly enchanting.

    Under its spell? Make it yourself using these detailed instructions from Instructables

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    Disney Character Silhouette Art

    DIY Disney Silhouette Nursery Art
    Designs by Miss Mandee

    Looking for some perfectly adorable, budget-friendly nursery art for your Disney-themed nursery? These free printable silhouettes, created by Designs by Miss Mandee, feature all your favorite Disney princesses and their respective princes. Just print, cut, and frame!

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    Tinkerbell Lantern

    Disney DIY Tinkerbell Nursery Lantern
    Lawrence Made

    This adorable DIY lantern featuring everyone’s favorite Disney fairy couldn’t be easier to recreate. All you need is faith, trust, and pixie dust…and this detailed tutorial by Lawrence Made.

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    Tsum Tsum Storage Jars

    Disney Tsum Tsum storage and display ideas
    Janel Berchielli

    Need a clever way to display Disney's Tsum Tsums? An oversized storage jar stuffed full of these furry little friends, like this one featured by Janel Berchielli, makes for excellent shelf decor in a Disney-themed nursery. Want to make better use of vertical space? Try stuffing a shadow box frame and mounting your collection to the wall.

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    Mickey String Wall Art

    DIY Micky String Art
    Yo Ho Disney

    Looking for a classy, understated way to show your love for all things Disney? This modern geometric take on Mickey ears, created by the Disney-loving mom behind Yo Ho Disney, is as chic as it is adorable, making it the perfect fit for a modern nursery.

    Create your own using this simple tutorial.

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    Mickey Topiaries

    DIY Disney Nursery Mickey Mouse Topiaries
    ThisDFLove

    Anyone who has ever been to Disney knows that the landscaping in the park is as magical as the rides. Want to bring a little Disney magic home to your nursery? Try this super simple and inexpensive topiary DIY by ThisDFLove.

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    Cinderella Bed Canopy

    Cinderella-Themed Bird Canopy
    Make It, Love It

    This one is for every little girl who ever wished she could talk woodland creatures into doing her chores. These feathery friends, modeled after Cinderella’s helpful crew, may not be the real deal, but this incredibly sweet crib canopy may just be the next best thing.

    Find the detailed tutorial on Make It, Love It.

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    Disney Pin Art Box

    Disney Nursery DIY Pin Art
    Loving Life’s Journey

    Wondering what to do with all of those adorable Disney trading pins? Turn your collection into beautiful nursery art with this adorable DIY by Loving Life’s Journey. All you need is a shadow box, a cork square, some black paper, and a template of your favorite Disney character.

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    Pixie Dust

    A bottle of pixie dust on a shelf
    Style Me Pretty

    This sweet little DIY project, featured by Style Me Pretty, is an easy way to tuck a little magic into the corners of your Disney-themed nursery. Just add glitter to a pretty pot of your choice and create a fun label.

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    Nemo Fish Bowl

    Finding Nemo Disney Nursery Decor

    Lucysroomtoys / Instagram

    Clever and cute, this Finding Nemo Tsum Tsum display idea spotted on Instagram is as simple as they come!

    Take a quick trip to Walmart for an inexpensive fishbowl and some aquarium rocks, and you’ll have the perfect home-away-from-home for your little one’s adventuring friends. Not to mention this makes for an adorable nursery accessory that is sure to inspire a few giggles.

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    Mouse Ear Display

    Disney Mickey Ear Nursery Display

    Jenniferdharringtonfitness / Instagram

    Have a mouse ear addition? Why not put those iconic headpieces on display with this simple DIY nursery decor spotted on Instagram?

    Simply purchase some dollar store frames and remove the glass and backing. Install frames directly onto the wall, and mount your ears on nails. This ensures that they're ready to be taken off and worn at any time. Genius!

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    Tsum Tsum Mobile

    Disney Nursery Tsum Tsum Mobile
    Brandon Cozart / Imgur

    What could be cuter than Disney's little Tsum Tsum stuffies? A nursery mobile made of them. This handmade mobile, created by Brandon Cozart and featured on Imgur, makes clever use of these tiny toys, crafting the beloved characters into a beautiful piece of nursery art that baby can enjoy for hours.

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    Button Art

    Disney Nursery Button Art

    AntiamysGifts / Instagram

    A collection of mixed-and-matched buttons brings Tiana’s enchanting gown to life in this adorable and easy-to-recreate mixed media wall art featured on Instagram

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    Mickey Hoop Wreath

    Disney Nursery Micky Hoop Wreath

    TheBraveLittleTailor / Instagram

    This simple Disney-inspired floral wreath, featured on Instagram, is perfect for a baby's room. Made from silk flowers and inexpensive quilting hoops, this soft and sweet DIY can be put together in under a half and hour for less than $20.

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    Vintage Disney Picture Books

    Vintage Disney Cinderella book

    The Vintage Vegan / Instagram

    On the hunt for affordable Disney-inspired wall art? Head to your local thrift store or used bookstore. Vintage Golden Books with Disney themes are plentiful, cheap, and make for amazing DIY art. Try framing a collection of individual pages, or cut out the original artwork and create your own masterpiece using Mod Podge.  

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    Disney’s “Up” Pom Pom Art

    DIY Disney pom pom art

    StargazerCrafting / Instagram

    This beautiful Instagram find inspired by Disney’s "Up" uses colorful pom poms as balloons to create a multi-dimensional art piece that’s picture perfect.

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    Wonderland Card Soldier Shelf Sitters

    Alice in Wonderland card soldier shelf sitters
    Red Ted Art

    These goofy Wonderland guards, created by Red Ted Art, are in need of a new queen (or king) and would make for darling little shelf-sitters in a Disney-themed nursery full of charming detail.