The space above the changing table or nursery dresser has been overlooked for far too long. For starters, it's prime real estate because it offers so much potential for storage and also to create a wow design moment. Ahead, find the best ways to decorate above the changing table (or dresser).
17 WAYS TO STYLE THE SPACE ABOVE THE CHANGING TABLE OR NURSERY DRESSER
1.ADD BOOKSHELVES
Bookshelves are the perfect wall décor to go above your nursery dresser. Use them as a stylish way to store baby's first set of books.
2.GET AN ACCORDIAN RACK
Looking for something to display a few cute baby outfits, hang swaddles and so on? Try an accordion rack to add nursery storage above the changing table.
3.HANGING PLANTER
Hang a planter above the dresser to add a bit of color and life to the nursery design.
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4.HANG WALL POCKETS
Wall pockets are great for nursery storage and we can’t think of a better way to display them than over the dresser.
5. HANGING SHELF
Pick up a bracket shelf with a hanging rod and use it display nursery décor, toys and outfits, above the changing table.
6. INSTALL BRACKET SHELVES
Nursery shelves can double as décor and storage. Install a few shelves above the changing table and style it to create a beautiful focal point.
7. ADD A PIN BOARD
Hang a beautiful pin board above the nursery dresser and decorate it to give the space charm.
8.CHOOSE NURSERY ART
Decorate the space with beautiful nursery art to infuse the diapering station with whimsy.
9.HANG A LETTERBOARD
A letterboard is a great way to express your style and add interest to the wall above the nursery dresser.
10.STYLE WITH TAPESTRY
The wall décor that goes above the changing table doesn’t have to be all storage. Add a gorgeous tapestry wall hanging to bring texture and style to the nursery.
11.CREATE DRAMA WITH A HEAD BAND HOLDER
Of course you can use the space above the nursery to organize baby's hair accessories using a head band holder.
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12.INSTALL A CLOSET SHELF WITH ROD
The closet shelf and rod gives this diapering station much needed storage and character.
13.HANG A PEGBOARD
A pegboard adds the perfect finishing touch to the space above the nursery dresser and provides many storage opportunities for diapering essentials and other necessities.
14. GO WITH A RAIL AND CADDIES
Are you looking to add a lot of storage above the nursery dresser and help organize all the diapering essentials? We'd recommend this awesome rail and caddy set to get the space organized.
15.DECORATE WITH MINI BOOK RACKS
A bit of a more interesting take-these lovely mini book racks are perfect for book storage above the changing table.
16.HANG A MIRROR
A beautiful mirror not only adds a lovely decorative touch to the space above the dresser but it can also make the nursery feel brighter and larger.
17. ADD A CUSTOM SIGN
Yes, it’s just decorative, but we love seeing a custom sign above the dresser.
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