Decorating your little girl’s room is a fun way to spend quality time with your kid and provide her with a useful and beautiful space. Creating a space that’s fit for her age and her interests will inspire her to spend time in her space and practice her independence. However, decorating a kid’s room can be very expensive—furniture, bedding, lighting and decoration can cost a lot of money if you’re not careful of your budget. If you need a few tips on how to create a room worthy of your little princess, here are a few tips that won’t break your bank.
Make it colorful
Kids usually love bright colors, that’s why their spaces are so much fun to decorate. But don’t automatically reach for pink for girls. The world is full of interesting and unique color schemes and your girl will definitely find something she likes. If you want to save money long-term, it’s best to choose a more neutral color combination and brighten it up with color accents, wallpaper and art. Adding splashes of color with bedding, curtains and rugs is also a great idea. This way, you don’t have to repaint her space every time your child changes her mind about her favorite color.
Be smart with the furniture
Kids can be very persuasive, but don’t get bullied into buying a princess bed or tree-house desk. These novelty furniture items might be cute, but your kid will grow out of them in no time. Instead, focus on functionality and timeless design with larger items—something she will be able to use even during her teenage years. If your baby girl insists on a spaceship bed, add canopies to a regular bed to simulate a rocket and finish the scene with NASA bed sheets.
Be mindful of her interests
Every girl is a unique flower, so if she’s old enough to express her interests, consult with her about the decorating process. You can even opt for a theme! All in all, if you include her interests in her room (gardening, unicorns, soccer, guitar, etc.) it will make her rooms feel unique and fit for her life. She will rush to invite friends over and keep the space clean…hopefully.
Add some prints on the walls
Prints are a great way to add personality and color to a space, so why not surprise your girl with a few interesting pieces of art? If your kid loves fashion and all things girly, you can find original famous fashion illustrator prints to grace her room. These prints will add color and interest to her space, but also encourage her to follow her dreams. Plus, if you choose signed pieces, you might even be giving your kid a piece of smart investment that will go for thousands in the future!
Light it up
Little kids love night lights, but pre-teens and teens might be embarrassed to use them. Regardless, it’s important to illuminate your girl’s room with proper general lighting, task lighting for studying, as well as soft lights to add safety and ambiance to the space. Today, fairy lights, LED strips and nightlights come in all shapes and colors imaginable, so you will definitely find something that fits your kid’s space and preference.
Add a relaxation corner
If the room in question is spacious, it’s a great idea to add a fun relaxation corner for naps, reading sessions, studying, texting with friends or daydreaming. No matter the age, kids love forts, and you can easily install a teepee into her space. With a few modifications, this relaxation corner can grow together with your child and change purposes.
With these tips in mind, you’re ready for a fun remodel of your little girl’s room. In no time, she will have a fun and cozy space and you will still have some money left in your bank account.
