12 Nightstand Decor Ideas to Style your Bedroom

Is the nightstand beside your bed a little cluttered? Maybe it always seems laden with random paraphernalia; your water bottle, the latest book you’re reading, Nyquil, your digital alarm clock, or your phone.
An organized and well-styled nightstand can add a touch of class or coziness to your room, helping you feel put together and giving your room a clean aesthetic appearance. Before we take a look at some nightstand decor ideas to improve your bedroom living space, let’s look at some tips to help you declutter your nightstand.

4 Steps to Declutter Your Nightstand

Before you begin to style your nightstand and discover some nightstand decor ideas, it is important to learn how to effectively declutter your nightstand and maintain organization.

1. Assess your Nightstand

The first thing to do when decluttering your nightstand is to take a look at what exactly is occupying that space and ask yourself, “Is it really necessary?” Does that book need to be on the nightstand? Should my headphones be back in their case? Or should the partially eaten bag of chips be thrown away? Decide what items deserve a spot on the esteemed nightstand (e.g., a glass of water, phone, lamp) and remove the rest.

2. Find a System that Works for You

Secondly, you will want to find a system of decluttering that works well for you. Have a designated space for your electronics in a drawer on your nightstand, or keep your book on the bookshelf across the room. Check your nightstand every night and decide if all the items deserve to occupy space there. Over time, it will become a habit, and you will have an organized nightstand without even realizing it.

3. Create Storage Solutions

Next, you will want to find a way to store the items that have been filling up your nightstand space. Clear out your nightstand drawers and store some items in there. Move some items to your dresser, or remove some from your room completely, and store them in another room.

4. Routinely Review and Declutter

Lastly, make a habit of checking your nightstand daily or weekly and reviewing everything, running through your mental decluttering system. Staying on top of your bad habits and turning them into good ones will help you successfully maintain an organized nightstand.

Nightstand Decor Ideas

Now that you have successfully (or maybe you’re the organized type and already mastered this) tidied up your nightstand space, let’s look at some ways you can style it. There are a large variety of themes you can choose for your nightstand, but it’s wisest to find one that fits the aesthetic and vibe of the rest of your room. If your room doesn’t have any certain aesthetic or vibe, then your job is easy. Decorate your nightstand however you like! Let’s look at some simple nightstand decor ideas you can use.

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Minimalist Nightstand Decor Ideas

This particular style of decor is currently trending, and for good reason. Minimalistic styles create a clean, airy atmosphere and avoid the chances of creating unnecessary clutter. Not only that but styling a room or nightstand in this fashion doesn’t take much work! Let’s look at some practical nightstand decor ideas for a minimalist.

A Potted Plant

A single potted plant can add a nice touch to your nightstand. Plants add a breath of fresh air to a room and really go with anything and any style. If you don’t have a green thumb, there are a lot of fake plants that look just as real and don’t require any care. You can choose the style of pot for your plant, though it’s best to stick to a neutral color or minimalistic design to fit the vibe.

Simple Table Lamp

There are a lot of options for a clean, minimalistic lamp on the market, and finding one you like should not be a problem. Choose a simple lamp with a clean look and a neutral color palette. Materials like wood or metal can also add to the minimalist look you’re going for.

Statement Art Piece

A single statement art piece can add an elegant and fresh look to your room. Abstract art, a black and white photo, or a simple drawing could add a beautiful and eye-catching focal point to your nightstand. If you like to draw or paint, the options are virtually endless.

Minimalistic Alarm Clock

If you like an alarm clock on your nightstand to wake you up in the morning, consider buying one that could add to a clean aesthetic in your room. Choose a simple round or square clock with a minimalistic face and a sleek metal or wood frame to add some style to your nightstand.

Rustic Nightstand Decor Ideas

If you are a little more into rustic styles, then these nightstand decor ideas are for you. For a rustic nightstand, lean toward earth tones, natural, and wooden themes. Modern rustic styles are geared towards comfort and aim to resemble the beauty of the outside world. Here are some practical nightstand decor ideas with a rustic theme.

Wooden Nightstand

For starters, to create a truly rustic-themed nightstand, you probably are going to want a rustic nightstand itself. Nightstands made from reclaimed wood or nightstands with a distressed finish or natural wooden appearance will help to add to the rustic style you want.

Mason Jar Lamp

Using an old mason jar lamp will add an attractive touch to your nightstand and provide you with warm lighting. Get creative and create your own rustic lamp or buy one and consider adding some rustic touches to it, like rustic lace, burlap, or twine around the neck of the jar or a vintage light bulb.

Rustic Doily

If you want to dress up your nightstand a bit, consider a rustic doily. You can handmake your own doily for a personal touch or buy one that matches the theme and style you want. These charming lace accents will be sure to add a textured and stunning appearance to your rustic-themed nightstand.

Dried Flowers or other Elements of Nature

If you really want to get natural with your rustic style, use some dried flowers to add a fragrant and lovely touch to your nightstand. Using outdoor elements like flowers, twigs, and pinecones is a cheap and natural way to style your nightstand. Arrange them on a doily or in a woven basket to create a charming centerpiece.

Eclectic Nightstand Decor Ideas

Unlike the previous two themes, eclectic decor is all about variety, texture, and inner expression. Mixing colors, patterns, styles, and textures will bring about an eclectic-themed nightstand that may best suit you and express your personality. Let’s take a look at some nightstand decor ideas with an eclectic theme.

Display Collections

If you are the type that likes to collect certain items, whether it be crystals, a certain style of coins, antique jewelry, or classic literature, consider using your nightstand as a focal point to display them. Displaying personal hobbies and knick-knacks like this is a good way to channel your inner expression and style.

Use Personal Artwork

What better way to showcase your talent and personality than your own artwork? Whether you enjoy watercoloring, sketching, sculpting, pottery, oil painting, or origami, there is no better place to display your personal hobby and talent than right on your nightstand!

Showcase Souvenirs

If you are a world traveler and have collected a variety of trinkets and souvenirs in your journeys, consider taking them out of their box under the bed and displaying them on your nightstand. Whether it’s wooden animals from Africa, a handmade dish from Japan, or a colorful shell necklace from Belize, it will at a lovely cultured touch to your nightstand.

Use Various Colors and Patterns

If you aren’t sure where to start and don’t think you have much personality to display on your nightstand, consider using different items that catch your eye and mix a variety of colors and textures. Use a brightly colored picture frame, a blown glass vase, a textured lamp shade, or a patterned tray to bring your nightstand to life and show some bold, eclectic style.

Get a Nightstand From Four Winds Store

Whether you want a white nightstand for a minimalistic look or a natural wooden one for a rustic look, we have what you are looking for. Our nightstands are designed with high-quality wood and Amish-made.

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What Sets Four Winds Store Apart?

What are some of the features of our bedroom furniture? Take a look at what sets Four Winds furniture apart from other furniture.

• Special varnish layers to seal and protect wood surfaces
• Smooth-gliding drawers for easy removal when necessary
• Careful sanding of each hardwood piece to create a beautiful smooth finish
• Quality staining to every individual component for perfect complete coverage

Request a free quote for the color, size, and style you want, or browse through our downloadable catalog and get started decorating your nightstand in your dream style. Did you know we offer a large selection of bedroom furniture and unique bedroom sets in a variety of styles? Next time you need a new bedframe a dresser, or even a full bedroom set, you know where to find us!