Decorating Tips …
Focus Your Creativity
Decorating tips that help you focus your creativity. These are standard decorating tips that should help you in the right direction. Decorating a kid’s room should be about fun. Do not go overboard with one bedroom idea though. Always decorate with an eye towards the future.
If you are like me, chances are, you will find some décor item that just calls to you but doesn’t go with the bedroom idea you chose. Torn between the heart and the brain? Check out the price tag. Does it tax your budget too much? Clamp down on your heart and walk out quickly. Can’t do that? Go ahead and buy it. Yup, it’s okay to let your heart win this time. To appease your mind, cut down some other expense…have one cup of coffee less for a week! (Bet you didn’t think this would count as a ‘decorating tip’!) Tip: Doesn’t go with your bedroom theme? Open your mind and think out of the box. You will be amazed at the ideas YOU can come up with, to convert it into your theme. Or write to us…post it here and let other decorator moms and dads give you their tips. 6. From crib to bed. Most professional decorators advise parents to plan ahead. Their advice – jump from crib to full size or even queen size bed. This allows for longer use, when your child starts growing taller…and later, when the kid’s bedroom gets converted to guest room.
7. Still want that toddler bed? Toddler beds are very enchanting. It might seem like a must-have. The smile on his face justifies the expensive purchase. But does your pocket? If you are planning on younger siblings enjoying the use of this bed over the years, yes, it does. Otherwise, indulge in other delightful décor items.
8. A good quality mattress. Now, here is where you will want to spend the extra amount. Go for good quality. A good mattress not only allows the child a more restful sleep (so essential in these early years), it can also hold up for the wear and tear of jumping feet and more. Another must-have, a good mattress protector!
9. Dark window shades.Blackout shades will help your child sleep better during the afternoon nap. You could always double it up with a drape showcasing the chosen bedroom idea.
10. Wall to wall carpeting? No way. Everyone is aware of the potential unhygienic hazards of wall-to-wall carpeting. It is tempting as it can cushion your child’s fall during those weeks when he is just taking his first steps. But follow this decorating tip, harden your heart against those falls and you will see the long-term benefits of avoiding carpeting.
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