Although decorating spaces for kids can be challenging, they are usually the most rewarding. Their little minds are so impressionable, so I beg parents to try to listen to their children and find ways to nurture their talents and skillsets. We seldom realize how much a child is shaped by their upbringing, and it was only recently that I fully understood it.
Growing up, I shared a bedroom with my mother, who only permitted me to decorate my bed with stuff animals; all other areas were off-limits. Being the neat freak that I am, I would only place one stuff animal on my bed and rotate them from time to time.
After my first date with my now husband of over two decades, he asked if he could borrow my car. It was returned to me thoroughly detailed, clean engine and all. When I jumped in my Volkswagen, I noticed the cutest little teddy bear in the back seat, that bear has been a staple on all of my beds ever since.
If you are ever in a creative rut or feeling uninspired, do yourself a favor and chose to spend the day with children. It’s one of my favorite things to do! You may even reconnect with your own inner child.
If you’re in need of some budget friendly DIY furniture pieces for your child’s room you may want to jump on our post, Decorating On A Dime | Home Styling.
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