Bunk Beds- What do you do if you're not ready or able to move into a larger place, and the second bedroom is already occupied by the number one son or daughter? Double up, of course. The bunk bed is one of the greatest space-saving inventions, and it's been updated since you went to Cyndi Thompson's for sleepovers in sixth grade.
Decor with Dollhouses- If you're reading this article, it's a safe bet that the words "crown moulding" or "Louis XVI chair" make your eyes light up, and therefore it's a safe bet you'd like to pass this passion for design on to the kids in your life.
Decorating a Child's Room: 8 Simple Strategies- When it comes to decorating a child's room, your approach should be different from decorating an adult bedroom. That's because a child's bedroom should reflect his or her personality and not yours.
Decorating Bedrooms- I have two boys in my life who each want a hard bedroom to decorate. My son wants to incorporate his love for chess in to the bedroom. My husband wants me to decorate our bedroom for his other love, the OSU cowboys, their colors are back and orange. How do I do this.? Help!
Decorating Children's Rooms- The best strategy to use when you're about to
begin decorating a kid's room, just like when
you're designing any other space, is to keep
in mind what the room will be used for first and
foremost–then get into what it will look like.
Decorating for Teens- Just as when decorating for adults, when decorating for kids, form should follow function first–then aesthetic taste. In other words the first step should always be to consider how the room will be used, not only in general terms, but in detail: What specific activities need to be accommodated in this particular space?
Decorating the Nursery- There's now an absolutely vast selection of not just the usual wallpaper and bed linens aimed at the little people, but serious furniture–club chairs and ottomans, sofas–scaled down to kid sizes; things that they used to have to grow into are now being made just for them.
Decorating With Gail: Handmade Quilts: Not Just for Bed!- Quilts are quite versatile and can be used for many more purposes than
the ever popular quilt, used only as a bed cover. If you are fortunate
enough to own a quilt, think about using it for any of these applications.
Decoupage Lamp Makeover- Turn a plain table lamp into a wonderful work of art. A perfect accent for any room, you pick the pattern and color to match your decor.
Designing Your Kid’s Room is Child’s Play!- Would your child’s room benefit from some fresh design ideas and reorganization? Most could, but it can be hard to know where to begin and what concepts to use. Obviously, the age and personality of your child, not to mention your budget, will dictate much of the design concept. But where and how to begin? With these easy-to-follow tips, you will be ready to dive right in and decorate.
Fantasy Rooms for Kids Under $50- Decorating kids rooms on a budget can be challenging, to say the least. However, there are plenty of ways to create that dream domain for your little (or big) one, without sacrificing the college fund.
From Kids to Teens: Room Makeovers- Just when you think you've got your kid figured out a little bit, your pre-teen goes and changes yet again. Whether it's your daughter who suddenly hates the butterflies she was crazy about a month ago, or a son who suddenly loves green beans, keeping up as your child grows can prove pretty demanding.
Ideas for a Cowboy Room- Need some creative, inexpensive ideas for a boy's room?
Here are some wonderful ideas from the readers at
our sister site, Frugal-Moms.com
Mom I Want - Decorating a Teen's Room- "Mom, I want a waterbed, with a black
leather frame, black spread, and posters everywhere!"
Can you relate to these decorating dilemmas? I’m sure many
of you can; it’s a common situation for most of us.
Mommy I Want - Decorating a Boy's Room- "Mommy, I want a pink rug, purple walls and Barbie dolls
everywhere!" -- or it could be -- "Mommy, I want green walls,
red furniture, blue carpet and all my trucks lined up along the
walls!" -- or it could be -- " Mom, I want a waterbed, with a black
leather frame, black spread, and posters everywhere!"
Can you relate to these decorating dilemmas? I’m sure many
of you can; it’s a common situation for most of us.
Mommy I Want - Decorating a Girl's Room- "Mommy, I want a pink rug, purple walls and Barbie dolls
everywhere!" -- or it could be -- "Mommy, I want green walls,
red furniture, blue carpet and all my trucks lined up along the
walls!" -- or it could be -- " Mom, I want a waterbed, with a black
leather frame, black spread, and posters everywhere!"
Can you relate to these decorating dilemmas? I’m sure many
of you can; it’s a common situation for most of us.
Neck Roll Pillow- It's really easy to make one of those neck roll pillows out
of an old pair of jeans or pants! You don't even need to know how to sew!
Redesign Your Headboard with a Slipcover- One easy and inexpensive way to change the look of your bedroom is to slipcover your headboard. Don't worry! It's easy, and we are going to walk you through the process so you can do your own!
Ribbon Flower Frame- While this craft is too intricate for little fingers,
it makes a great gift for a grown up to make for
a little girl in their life.
Rooms to Grow On- Decorating your children's rooms in a design that won't quickly be outgrown can be a challenge. A child's room is a very important place in their life, and as they grow their tastes, hobbies, attitudes, and ideas about things will certainly change. The goal is to create a room that reflects your child's growth and personality throughout the years, without breaking the piggybank each time they have a new whim.
Tie Dye Wall Letters- Has your daughter outgrown her frilly pink bedroom? She will love these bright and colorful wall letters to personalize her space! Tie dye is all the rage with teenagers, but choose any pattern that suits her.
Wall Letters- If you are in search of smiles from your kids, decorate and personalize their room with these easy to craft letters. The key is to give them character - letter them by hand. Perfection is not required!
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Fun Picture Riddles Help with Letter Recognition: Scholastic has done it again, releasing yet another fabulous book in its popular I Spy series. This time Jean Marzollo's witty riddles married with Walter Wick's vibrant photographs make for a fun and engaging read for children of all ages. Through the seemingly magical power of rhyme and repetition, children will obtain several early reading skills without even trying!
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Turn a plain table lamp into a wonderful work of art. A perfect accent for any room, you pick the pattern and color to match your decor.
Decorating kids rooms on a budget can be challenging, to say the least. However, there are plenty of ways to create that dream domain for your little (or big) one, without sacrificing the college fund.
One easy and inexpensive way to change the look of your bedroom is to slipcover your headboard. Don't worry! It's easy, and we are going to walk you through the process so you can do your own!
Has your daughter outgrown her frilly pink bedroom? She will love these bright and colorful wall letters to personalize her space! Tie dye is all the rage with teenagers, but choose any pattern that suits her.
If you are in search of smiles from your kids, decorate and personalize their room with these easy to craft letters. The key is to give them character - letter them by hand. Perfection is not required!
Fun Picture Riddles Help with Letter Recognition
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