Taut Canvas makes a unique Core Values series of artwork combining modern art with words or values to teach children. The one in the photo above is “Responsibility.” Other styles in the series include Compassion, Honesty, Sharing, Patience, and Respect. This is a great idea, not only for beautiful artwork for the nursery or child’s bedroom, but as a way to help instill these important values in children. Each print comes in either an 18″ x 18″ or 40″ x 40″ size, and is treated with an eco-friendly liquid laminate, guaranteeing the print life to 80 years and enhancing its color. Prices are $129 for the smaller size and $274 for the larger size print at TautCanvas.com.

Lillunia Art creates watercolor art for children that depicts animals in the wild. Founded in 2008 by eve Gianni Corio and Laura L.M. Hill, the goal is to teach children to love and respect animals and the environment, through natural art that is not childish nor cutesy. I particularly like this piece, Dylan’s Dolphins. It would be a great complement to a nursery or child’s room with a marine theme. The small-sized print measures 7″ x 14″ with an optional 11″ x 18″ frame. The larger print is 10″ x 20″ with an optional 14″ x 24″ frame. Prices start at $185. You can view this beautiful work of art and many more at Lillunia.com.

I’ve mentioned before how I think early exposure to the alphabet influenced my son’s ability to read at an early age. This modern style ABC Poster by starfish:wish is a great way to make your nursery contemporary and educational at the same time. The poster measures 18″ x 24″ and is eco-friendly, using eco-safe printing. Plus, the poster can be customized to include your child’s name in the alphabet “tree” if you wish. Selling for $38 at starfishwish.com, the poster is available in orange or green to coordinate with any room.

These adhesive fabric wall stickers by etsy seller lovemaestore are a great way to decorate the nursery. What’s more, they can be peeled off easily and reused, in case your tastes change, or your baby’s likes change as she gets older. These stickers are even washable, a real plus when dealing with grubby little hands on the walls. These stickers come in a variety of styles - I like the Build a Tree design shown here. They are made to order and aren’t cheap - this set, including 11 tree branches and 34 leaves, costs $112. You can view the available designs at lovemaestore.

eyecandy4kids makes custom art pieces for children’s rooms, such as this “Hey, Diddle Diddle” print. A variety of prints available on eyecandy4kids.com are available as acrylic on canvas reproductions, or Anna, the artist behind eyecandy4kids, will create a work of art to your specifications. Prints like this one measure 20″x16″x1.5″ and sell for $229 each. Each work of art is designed to be as fun and unique as the child for whom it’s made. One of these would make a special, personalized gift for a child.

After spotting the Witch and Black Cat primitive folk art print (5×7) at etsy.com seller tascha’s shop, I thought to myself, what a great idea!! Change out art to match the season; the kids will love trying to find out which prints mom has put up. Everyone can enjoy having an art discussion whenever a new one comes in the mail. She has all kinds available, from Halloween prints such as this one to winter scenes to scenes appropriate for spring and Easter. Only $15 and absolutely breathtaking, not to mention original, I’ve got my eye on a print for my own house.

If you’d like to give your baby a special nursery designed just for him or her, you might want to consider Baby Decorator’s Custom Nursery Design. Founded by interior decorator Nancy H. Marcantonio, Baby Decorator will work with you on a floor plan, fabrics, colors, and help you choose coordinating pieces and furnishings to work around your theme. It all starts with a design consultation, then choosing a room plan, three fabric schemes, and colors, all for a design fee of $350. If purchases for your nursery end up totaling over $1000, this design fee is applied towards the cost of your furnishings. Check out the possibilities at babydecorator.com, where you can also buy single pieces of furniture and decor to complete your nursery.

Artist Mia Thompson, who has been selling her customized nursery/child’s room artwork on etsy.com, has opened her own shop. Naptime Creations sells original canvas paintings designed for use in a child’s nursery, bedroom, or playroom. All paintings are one-of-a-kind, and personalization is available. Embellishments may also be added if you like. To custom-order a painting, contact mia4art@yahoo.com.

This illustration print by etsy artist Tamara Garvey is cute enough to hang in baby’s nursery or a child’s room. “The Chicken Says Cluck” is a whimsical way to decorate your little one’s room, and educational at the same time. The ink and Photoshop illustration is archivally printed onto matte, acid-free card stock, and shipped in a waterproof cellophane sleeve, sandwiched between pieces of thick non-bending cardboard. A perfect gift for new parents, this 8.5″ x 11″ print can be bought for $9 at etsy.com: seller: tamaragarvey.

Whims n Doodles designs and hand-paints canvas wall art for children of all ages. I particularly like their Little Explorer Series (shown above). What child wouldn’t want to see his or her name featured in a work of art hanging on the wall of their room? Each piece is hand-painted, so that no two are the same. Non-toxic paints are used as well. You can purchase this example for $125 at WhimsNDoodles.com and, while you’re there, check out their other beautiful hand-painted offerings.

Founded by a mother and daughter, Baby Chick Designs creates artwork for little ones, to hang in their nursery, bedrooms, playrooms, or wherever fine art is appreciated. Their designs represent the innocence of childhood - Barnyard Animals, Ice Cream Treats, and Not Just for Kids, featuring fruits and vegetables. These framed canvas prints are a real steal as well, at prices ranging from $22 to $45. You can view the choices available at BabyChickDesigns.com.

I have never seen anything like the Scandinavian Matryoshka Art Doll - Fru Andersen (Fru means Mrs.) It’s really quite beautiful at about 6” by 4”, not recommended for children under 3 or kids who still put things in their mouths, and 100% Cotton. Get one of these dolls for $34 from Etsy seller Ravenhill and she’ll make a gorgeous decoration for a little girls’ feminine room or a lovely friend for any child.

I’m partial to any artwork for kids that includes the alphabet. When it also includes animals, that makes it even more fun and easy for kids to learn their ABC’s. This Animal Alphabet Drawing by etsy seller cgregori fits all of the above requirements. It’s 11″ x 14″ printed on thick stock paper designed to resist creasing. This print would look great framed and hung in a child’s nursery. Visit etsy.com to view this great piece of kids’ artwork, which sells for just $12. It would also make a great gift.

Babies are always learning, from the time they emerge from the womb. It seems that the more they’re exposed to, the more their little brains take in and absorb. This Nature Themed Number Poster is therefore a great idea for wall decor in the nursery. It’s a wonderful way to introduce numbers to your baby in a format she’ll naturally be drawn to, with the bright colors and pretty nature illustrations. I kept artwork like this on my son’s walls as a baby, and he was able to count to thirty and beyond before he was three years old. Coincidence? Maybe so, but either way, this is still the perfect addition to your child’s nursery, as it is printed on 100% recycled paper and made with soy ink. Made by Print, Pattern & Paper, you can purchase the numbers poster for $32 for an 11″ x 14″ size, or $42 for the 18″ x 24″, at PrintPatternPaper.com. Artistic value plus educational possibilities — what could be better in a work of art?

I love unique yet traditional-looking artwork for the nursery. That’s why I noticed this C is for Car print recently while browsing ModernClassicsKids.com. Artist Jaimee McClellan creates this and many more beautiful works of art perfect for hanging in your little one’s nursery. This fine art photograph is available in four sizes: 4″ x 4″ for $8, 5″ x 5″ for $10, 8″ x 8″ for $20, and 12″ x 12″ for $40, at ModernClassicsKids.com.