Bedroom Decorating Ideas - 13 Steps to Redecorate Your Bedroom Cheaply

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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - 13 Steps to Redecorate Your Bedroom Cheaply

Steps

1. Make a plan and decide on a theme. How do you want it to look? Look through magazines or websites such as 'Pottery Barn Teen' or 'Delias' for ideas, since they often have pictures of rooms. Decide on things you like and things you don't, colors you like and design details. You should have a rough idea of how you want your room to look.
   
2. Measure and list. Did you ever wonder how big your room is? How much stuff do you have in it? Take a tape measure and find out how long the walls are. Make sure to write this down or you will forget it. Your room might be a lot bigger than you thought. Now, list every piece of furniture that you have in there. You might have a lot, but be patient. If you want to, measure your bed, dresser, and some of the larger pieces of furniture.
   
3. Before you move anything, design your room. You need to know what you want your room to look like, but don't get too set on one idea. If you are copying a room from a catalog, look at the furniture. Ask yourself, "Well, they have a cast-iron bed, and mine's wooden. How would the room change if the bed was like mine?" How would your white desk look if you painted it blue? You can give furniture a completely new look by painting it.
   
4. Remember if your parents aren't too enthusiastic about the idea, now is your time to show them. If you have time, make a design board. Cut out pictures of things you liked from the rooms you looked at, and draw a floor plan and maybe a sketch of how you think it will look when it's done. Once they see how much work you put into this, they will probably be more willing to let you. Make sure you point out things like, "See this? That's just like my bed right now." If they don't like something, be willing to listen to their opinion. If they say no, don't complain, say that they aren't being fair, or tell them that you hate their guts. Accept their decision maturely, and they might change their minds. If they don't, you got plenty of practice for when you become an interior designer, and you'll have a plan when they finally decide that you can redecorate your room.
   
5. Ransack the attic. A lot of time there'll be things up there that have been forgotten but would go great in your room. Before you move anything down there, though, get permission. A good way to ask would be, "Mom, I know you're busy, but I saw some things in the shed that would look good in my room. When you have time, can you come with me and tell me if I can move them into my room?"
   
6. Look at yard sales within walking distance. It's a long shot, but you might find the perfect chair, lamp, or picture frames there. Don't drive, since you'll probably spend more money on gas than you would going to the store and buying it new (especially if you have a diesel car).
   
7. Go to the store. Start by making a list of everything you still need, and take pictures of things you liked if you can. Now, go to Target, WalMart, or someplace that sells everything from paint to rugs to lamps, and sells it cheap. Make sure that you have plenty of time, as WalMart at least is the most confusing store ever.
   
8. Find the paint you want. Make sure that you buy enough, but not too much. But, since you measured your walls earlier, you know exactly how many square feet of wall you have to cover. Also, get rollers and brushes if you don't have them, along with masking tape and anything else you'll need. If you're doing a interesting finish, like painted-on marble, ask the people how you would do that. If you aren't sure, stick with solid colors.
   
9. While the paint is being mixed, browse the other accessories. Rugs, lamps, and translucent plastic boxes are always useful. If you're at WalMart, these are probably at opposite ends of the store, so be prepared to do a lot of walking. You're probably going to need a cart. Keep a mental tally of how much this will cost you (just round up each item to the next dollar, you probably won't pay that much but it's always better to over-estimate it). You'll probably find some furnishings that are almost identical to what you picked out of the catalog. They might not be identical, but they have the same idea. Keep your eye out for these.
   
10. Pick up your paint and head on to the bedding section. Start with the bedding. Do you see curtains or sheets or a comforter that you just love? Keep these in mind while you head off to sewing.
    
11. Look at fabric. If you can sew, see if there's any fabric that would compliment your sheets or curtains. Make throw pillows out of it (You won't need more than a yard, probably). Now go over to the trim. Would that pom-pom trim look good on the bottom of your curtains? How would that gold braid look as a tieback?
    
12. Start redecorating! Take all the furniture out, and get to painting the walls. While you wait for them to dry, paint the furniture. Then set it up like you had planned. Put all the accessories up, make up your bed with your new bedding, and you're done!
    
13. Know that if you have old things that don't really fit your new room, don't throw them away! Keep them in boxes in your closet, or buy colored plastic boxes that coordinate and put it in there. The boxes can be left in your room and will look great.
    

Tips

• If you haven't got a good idea of how you want your room to look, start making lists of things you like. Have a separate list for colors. If you surround yourself with things you love, your room will come together.
  
• Try painting your walls different colors, or two pink and two green, or each one a different color. Leave your ceiling white, or your room will be really dark, and even if you like that, the parents probably aren't going to be too enthusiastic.
  
• Don't buy new furniture, or you'll soon find yourself draining your bank account. If you have all the furniture you need (bed, dresser, desk), why spend money on new ones? Furniture is designed so that it will look good in pretty much any room, so don't worry.
  
• When buying lamps, the bases are sold separately from the shades. Take advantage of this. When you see a shade that you like, ask yourself how it would look on your lamp base, and stop to see how your current shade would look on that base you just love.
  
• If you know how to sew (probably with a machine), it's almost always cheaper to buy discounted fabric/flat sheets and make your own curtains than to buy curtain panels. Curtains aren't hard.
  
• If you see the last in a pattern you like (the only set of polka-dot sheets) put them in your cart, or it'll get taken before you can go back to it. You can always put it back later.
  
• When you're in the Sewing department, check the Dollar-a-yard bin. You might have to fight with the crazy grannies to get that fabric you like, but there's good fabric there a lot of time.
  
• Tulle or sheer makes good tiebacks. Tie in big bows or let it hang long for a dramatic look.
  
• Before you decide that you hate it, give your new room a little time for you to get used to it. You'll find you love it.
  

Warnings

• Make sure you get your parent's permission before moving or painting walls or furniture.
  
• Don't go to the mall. You'll spend way more than you need to.
  
• Paint gets darker when there's a lot of it on a wall. That pretty pale blue you liked becomes eye-smarting when it's covering 20 square feet.
  
• Only paint on walls.! Parents will get really mad if you get wall paint on the window or the carpet.
  
• Paint furniture outside, and get permission first!
  
• If you will ever have small children in your room, make sure that you don't get things that they will break/choke on/suck the Chinese lead-based paint off of within their reach.
  
• If you have white walls, they are probably be off-white.
  
• If your walls have color, you'll either need to prime them or get some of the 1-coat paint. Check to see which way turns out cheaper.
  
• Do a good job, so you'll love spending time in your room.
  

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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - 9 Tips to Turn a Small Bedroom Into a Dressing Room

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Hi gang, welcome to Bedroom Decorating Ideas. Think of yourself as a star? If you have ever wanted to turn a small room into a fabulous dressing room, this guide is for you!

9 Tips to Turn a Small Bedroom Into a Dressing Room

Steps

Remove everything from the room. You want a clean space to start with.

1. Add a big mirror. If possible, get a big floor length mirror and cover an empty wall with it.
   
2. Find closet space. If the room has a closet, you're in luck. But if it doesn't you can easily turn one corner or side of the room into a closet. Just find a closet rod or, even better, a rolling clothing bar. Mount the bar to the wall or take the rolling rack and push it to one side of the room.
   
3. Make sure to have adequate lighting... you want an honest look at yourself before you go out into the world.
   
4. Get a small love seat or comfy chair to relax in. Most of the time the chair or seating area is the main focal point of the room!
   
5. Get some sort of entertainment for the room, whether it's a TV, computer, radio or game system. Just make sure you are able to play music...this is very relaxing.
   
6. Windows. Don't block windows with heavy curtains, furniture, or the rolling clothing rack. Windows will let your mind be free.
   
7. Get a table size water fountain. These are very relaxing to look at.
   
8. Get plants or fish, these are wonderful contributions to a dressing room!
   

Tips

The dressing room is all about whoever is going to be using it. So only include items this person will like.

• If you're lucky enough to have a small bathroom in your room, make sure to deck it out with relaxing things.
  

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Bedroom Decorating Ideads - 6 Tips on How to Give Your Bedroom a Romantic Look

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Hi gang, welcome back to Bedroom Decorating Ideas. There is nothing quite like entering a room that has that romantic appeal to it, especially, a room that is an important part of our lives...where that we get those peaceful moments of slumber...and may even watch TV.

6 Tips on How to Give Your Bedroom a Romantic Look

Steps

Do your prep. Put the drop cloth or other on the floor, shake and mix the paint (using stir sticks); have all other items in a room nearby.

1. Begin painting with the maroon or candy apple red paint; start on an outer wall (facing driveway) etc. You'll only be using this color on the wall to that side.
   
2. Paint the remaining walls in the plum color. The ceiling can be in white or painted the same as the walls... some say that white makes the room appear that the ceiling is high up, while colors may lower the ceiling.
   
3. Add a border. Once the darker wall has dried, you can add the border; you want the border in the direct center of the wall, all the way across. Therefore, you'll need to first measure it, and mark the corners with a dark ink pen. You may need to cut some of the wallpaper, in order for it to fit in the areas that a window may stand in your way...more instructions.
   
4. Cut the wallpaper, then lay it flat and totally coat it with the glue, carefully pick it up. Fold it so that the glue area is visible (making it easier to handle); walk over to the wall and place one edge on the pen mark (carefully start smoothing out) while going across... a slightly damp cloth can be used to help.
   
5. Paint all the trim around the doors and the doors white, including closet door, around the windows and the base board.
   
6. Decorate your walls after the paint has dried, be sure to wait several hours before doing so. See "Tips" below for thoughts on decorating.
   

Tips

It has been said that you should never hang family photos in your bedroom that you'll feel like eyes are watching you; it is best to hang family photos in your living room or hallway.

• Oriental fans are always a pleasing touch to add class to your walls; plus they go really well in your bedroom.
  
• You can, also, spray paint an (extra large) wicker fan (jet black) (using glossy paint), add a beautiful ribbon along with an artificial red rose to it; then hang it above your bed... it truly adds a romantic appeal to the bedroom...pictures can be hung on each side of it, or some oriental fans.
  
• You can add several elegant looking throw pillows to the bed (along with some dainty ones) giving your bed that special touch.
  
• A fabulous looking throw at the foot of the bed is always a nice (such as two elephants in love) as an example...maybe even a leopard print.
  
• A few stuffed animals on your bed, such as a Bengal tiger or a few teddy bears, really gives your bedroom that sense of adventure, and adventures can be romantic.
  
• Look for some unusual looking flowers for dresser, and add some scented candles to your night table.
  
• You can hang some nice mini blinds in (black) to darken the room; over the shades add some (white) lacy curtains.
  
• A (multi colored comforter) will work wonders to offset the room.
  
• You can add several nice throw rugs, it will add class to the total look of any room... maybe even a nice leopard rug.
  
• Musical instruments in regards to the border is a wise choice, for it has a romantic appeal to it.
  
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Warnings

When you are hanging the wallpaper, take extra caution and time, for it is a tricky job, especially for one person.

Things You'll Need

(1) Pint of maroon or candy apple red interior paint

• (1) Gallon of plum interior paint
  
• (1) Pint of semi gloss white paint (for trim)
  
• (1) Large paintbrush and (Roller) & stir sticks
  
• (1) Small paintbrush (for trim work)
  
• (1) Drip pan
  
• (1) Large drop cloth or (old sheets or newspapers)
  
• (1) Roll of border paper, such as (musical notes)
  
• Wallpaper glue, measuring tape and scissors
  
• Several (framed) pictures of lovely flowers
  
• Several (framed) pictures of beautiful scenery
  
• On the pictures (11 x 14) or larger will work best
  
• Some (5 x 7) pictures can be used for small areas
  
• The frames are very important (preferably in gold)
  

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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - 3 Tips on Dealing With a Small Bedroom Space

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Hi gang, welcome to Bedroom Decorating Ideas. You are going to learn to manage with small bedroom space. Well, if you live in an apartment, then you are kind of limited. Nonetheless, you can still make it into your own space!

Steps

Organize your living space. If it is messy, clean it! You need to put papers in folders and whatnot. When you are first moving in is the perfect time to do this.

1. Switch around the furniture.
   
2. Decorate! You don't always have to buy stuff to make it look pretty. You could actually make stuff like paper lanterns which give your room a cozy feel, or string beads across your door or mirror. If you aren't a crafty person then take some time and look around the house. You can find cloth of different colors to cover up a lamp shade. If you have a computer you could get a butterfly cordless mouse, spray paint it, put stickers on it, and/or hang your favorite stuffed animal from the top of it. You could always hang pics off magazines on your wall, and lots of other thing you could do.
   
3. Set the atmosphere. Try these - candles, a radio, incense, comfy bed, a magazine, or a love seat/couch.
   

Tips

You could ask parents, friends, or siblings to help you.

When you go to the store, think about little things that could make your bedroom better.

Warnings

Remember make it your own, put pictures of family and friends.

• If you have a younger sibling make sure he or she doesn't mess your room up, have an alarm or a skeleton key.
  

Things You'll Need

Decorating ideas and materials.


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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Textured Paint and Faux Finishes

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Hi gang, Rick here from Bedroom Decorating Ideas. Textured paint and faux finishes have become more popular in recent years than at any other point in history. One reason for this is because so many home improvement stores are offering classes for those who are willing to pay the price for the paint so that the average Joe or Jane can recreate these fabulous finishes on their own walls as well. The fact is it is truly amazing what works of art can be created with the clever and creative use of textured paint.

Faux finishes create illusion

Faux finishes can be used to create the illusion of anything from plaster or brick to leather and a few amazing things in between. Those who are skilled at applying faux finishes are in great demand for their artistic talents though most home owners can do a passable job if they are willing to take the time required to properly learn the technique. Even wood grains can be imitated through the use of a talented faux finisher and paint.

Textured Paints a major design feature

Using textured paints and faux finishes can be done in almost any room in the house though they seem to be most common in living rooms and kitchens as a major design feature. There are some ambitious homeowners who have decided to take this style of painting into every room of the home. While it may seem a good idea in theory there are some drawbacks to this as well.

Textured Paints and Faux Finishes time consuming

First of all, textured paints and faux finishes are very time consuming. If you are hiring a professional to do the work their time is a lot of your money and this is something that really needs to be considered. Is the amount of time really worth the reward of the finished project as far as you, as the homeowner, are concerned? Most people find that it isn’t worth all that much money and time but others really appreciate the look and feel that it is vital to their enjoyment of their homes. Whichever category you fall into it is important that you realize that this could become a costly proposition.

Faux Finishes and Textured Paints are novel and spectacular

Another thing to consider is that many who manage to bring a texture or faux finish of some sort into every room of their homes often decide after a little while to remove some of their hard work. The reason for this is that in small doses faux finishes and textured paints are novel and spectacular. In large doses they can be more than slightly overwhelming and, more importantly, unimpressive. There is something to be said about the fact that sometimes less is more.

Better Decorating Experience

This doesn’t mean that some homes do not wear faux finishes beautifully in almost every nook and cranny. Some homes are simply meant to be decorated from one end of home to the other end. These homes are simply lovely no matter how many new finishes are added to the walls, furniture, fireplace mantles, and bathroom cabinets. There never seems to be too much in these homes. There are some homes however that beg for moderation when it comes to designs such as this. Listen to your home when decorating and you should have a much better decorating experience overall without overwhelming either your home or your guests.

Textured Paints and Faux Finishes - free workshops

If faux finishes and/or textured painting is something you would like to incorporate into your home decorating plans you should be delighted to discover that there are many, many resources both online and offline that can assist you with your goals. The first and best choice is to check with local hardware and home improvement stores in order to see if they are offering any free workshops on faux finishes or textured painting in your area. If they are then you are set. However, if they are not your local library may prove to be a valuable source for videos, magazines, and books that offer step-by-step instructions. The Internet is also an excellent source. Do not forget the value of spaces such as YouTube and Google Video as they may have some actual demonstrations or how to videos to help as well.
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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Tips on choosing the right furniture

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Hi gang, Rick here from Bedroom Decorating Ideas. As well as a place of rest, the bedroom provides an escape from stress and worry - a haven from the everyday comings and goings of family life. It’s the most private room in the house and, unlike other areas of a family home, belongs exclusively to the individual or couple who sleep there. With the right furnishings and planning, it can become an idyllic refuge that offers a great deal of comfort and relaxation.

Choice of bed

The choice of bed is of course a main consideration when decorating a bedroom. The average person spends over a third of their life in a bed so it’s important that the right kind is chosen. Symptoms such as back-pain and lack of sleep are often attributed to a poor bed and merely buying a new mattress will not necessarily alleviate these problems. The best solution is to purchase a divan and mattress together, considering that both are designed to work with each other. The big furniture retailers sell them individually or in sets.

Brass beds can prove a very attractive centre-piece and are relatively inexpensive nowadays. They offer a more traditional ambience and are suited to most styles of bedding, due to their practical design. The same is true of four-poster beds. These can provide added privacy as well as enhancing the look and feel of a bedroom. However, they are more suited to larger, high-ceiling bedrooms so careful consideration is advised if you’re thinking about buying one.

The placement of a bed is often influenced by space. The standard practice is to place it in the centre of the room, with the headboard pushed against a wall. Although this method can save space, if your bedroom is spacious it might be worth considering other layouts. The positioning of a bed might enable you to include other furniture pieces such as a desk or table. It can also provide more storage space.

Bedroom’s living space

A bedroom’s space is often divided between two people. Therefore, it’s worth considering the allocation of storage furniture to each person - it can help bring order and organisation to a bedroom’s living space. Wardrobes and cupboards are a popular means of storage and can often bring character and charm. Wardrobes with sliding doors are a more space-effective alternative to hinged versions and are available in a variety of designs. It is worth paying a bit extra if you want the sliding-door feature as budget versions often suffer from sticking runners. Chests of drawers provide a further storage option and come in the form of tall-boys and standard three-door varieties. If you don’t have enough hanging space for cloths then this type of furniture can offer an effective solution to clothes storage.

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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - New Home Furnishings Boutique Opens

Hi gang, Rick here again from Bedroom Decorating Ideas. Find out what everyone is talking about in Rutherford County. A new home furnishings boutique is opening Monday in The Shops of Murfreesboro at the corner of Medical Center Parkway and North Thompson Lane.

Devine Decor offers a wide variety of contemporary and upscale home accessories such as lamps, vases, mirrors, console tables, wall art, curio cabinets, chairs and more. "We feature everything to bring the home together," said owner Paula Campbell-Threatt, who has lived in Rutherford County for seven years. This is the first store for Campbell-Threatt, who previously worked in sales and marketing for Johnson & Johnson. While working there, she decorated homes on the side. "I designed my own home," she said. "When people come to my home, they see how it is decorated ... people would always tell me I needed to do this and I had an eye for decorating."

Campbell-Threatt said she decided to open her shop in Murfreesboro because she always had to go to Franklin, Brentwood and Nashville to find the pieces she wanted. The business will also offer interior design services, she said.

Devine Decor is at 519 N. Thompson Lane between Bonefish Grill and The Chop House.
The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. on May 15. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and by appointment on Sunday.

For more information, call 615-895-9155 or visit http://www.devinedecorhome.com/
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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Spring Decorating Time

Hi gang, Rick here from Bedroom Decorating Ideas Are you feeling the winter blues? Decorating your home can help you feel happier during the long winter season and start to love being in your home. There are ways to add a little spice to your home.

With the snow relentlessly hitting our area, you may be feeling depressed. It's a common feeling during the winter, but you can change that. It all starts with great furniture.

"You need to invest in a sofa and invest in a mattress. And then from there, you other purchases can be less expensive. But, those are the two most important things," said Jessica Pearson, Interior Designer, Pearson Designs.

Pearson showed me a few choices she recommended.

"This would be a great option because it's a bench craft. It's also got wood trim and it's got high density foam in it. That will keep up nice and have a great look," said Pearson.

"This would be a great option for families because it's micro fiber so it's really easy to clean. You just clean it with a little soap and water," said Pearson.

"This is a tempur pedic bed and if you want to get the best night's sleep that you've ever had -- this is probably your best option," said Pearson.

There's a price to lift your mood. But, one that you may want to consider.

"Most of our really nice sofas start at $499 and go to like $799. You can get a really nice sofa for that price," said Carl Durk, Owner of Maple St. Sit N Sleep.

In the winter time, there are a couple of quick fixes you can do. Pearson said one of those is just adding a different color.

"Bringing in some brighter colors just to make you feel happy in the winter. When it's kind of dreary outside," said Pearson.

"I like to stick with just natural colors like yellow and green. They're soothing, but they're springy at the same time," said Pearson.

Pearson said buying new throw pillows will make you feel more at home. You can also buy paintings, clocks or mirrors to change up what's on your walls. She said no matter what: it's your house.

"If you love it, I mean, if you take a picture and you absolutely love it, it's going to make you feel better," said Pearson.

She added buying good, quality furniture is the trick along with buying items that match your style.

Many furniture stores offer interior designers to help you pick out things for your home. Pearson said while it may seem like an expensive investment to revamp your home, it may drastically change your mood. Making for a better you.
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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Television Decorating Shows

Hi gang, Rick Ostler here from Bedroom Decorating ideas. Television decorating shows have proven it is possible to have a bedroom that looks designer without the expense of one. Give some thought to your bedroom interior design and great things can be achieved with a limited amount money.

A bedding set should be the first decision on your list. The bedding is likely to be the most dominant element in your room, making it a good place to start planning your design. Choose a bedding in order to match it with the colors or the desired theme of your room.

The closeout bin and discounted items are a great way to create a look for your bed instead of buying sets of expensive items. Go out looking for things that will go with the bedding being sure to bring along some color swatches for an exact match. Go to a home goods or home decorating store and purchase a lot of pillows with different shapes and patterns with your key colors and give your bed a designer look by placing them at the head of your bed.

Another one of the important bedroom interior design tips is careful furniture shopping which can mitigate the high costs associated with this key element to your room design. In this case, being patient often works to your advantage - you could purchase a brand-new set of furniture today at a manufacturer’s outlet, but you could save half or even more of the cost if you scout out great bargains at yard sales and area consignment stores. New knobs and fresh paint job on the old set will accomplish a new look for the overall piece.

If you are looking for a way to spice up your sleeping quarters without spending a great amount of money, try a fresh coat of paint. Why not use bright colors if they enhance the theme you have in mind? Use one of the many different faux finishes or paint effects available from your local paint store for an exclusive look in your home.

For a unique bedroom the accessories are important and shopping for them is fun and money saving at flea markets, private sales and consignment stores. But don’t buy the first great value that you see - a piece of furniture that doesn’t quite fit the vision of your room is no bargain, no matter how inexpensive it was. In order to achieve a perfect look of your room, you must plan what things are needed to for it before you go shopping. Consulting your list will ensure that you only get what you actually need when you go shopping!

If you can picture the bedroom of your choice and know where to shop than bedroom interior design is not as hard and costly as you think. Good sales are a sure way to save money. Your patience in waiting for just the right furniture and accessories will pay off with a designer look for less. Thanks to http://decorate123.com/ for this.

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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Television Decorating Shows

Hi gang, Rick with Bedroom Decorating ideas. Television decorating shows have proven it is possible to have a bedroom that looks designer without the expense of one. Give some thought to your bedroom interior design and great things can be achieved with a limited amount money.

A bedding set should be the first decision on your list. The bedding is likely to be the most dominant element in your room, making it a good place to start planning your design. Choose a bedding in order to match it with the colors or the desired theme of your room.

The closeout bin and discounted items are a great way to create a look for your bed instead of buying sets of expensive items. Go out looking for things that will go with the bedding being sure to bring along some color swatches for an exact match. Go to a home goods or home decorating store and purchase a lot of pillows with different shapes and patterns with your key colors and give your bed a designer look by placing them at the head of your bed.

Another one of the important bedroom interior design tips is careful furniture shopping which can mitigate the high costs associated with this key element to your room design. In this case, being patient often works to your advantage - you could purchase a brand-new set of furniture today at a manufacturer’s outlet, but you could save half or even more of the cost if you scout out great bargains at yard sales and area consignment stores. New knobs and fresh paint job on the old set will accomplish a new look for the overall piece.

If you are looking for a way to spice up your sleeping quarters without spending a great amount of money, try a fresh coat of paint. Why not use bright colors if they enhance the theme you have in mind? Use one of the many different faux finishes or paint effects available from your local paint store for an exclusive look in your home.

For a unique bedroom the accessories are important and shopping for them is fun and money saving at flea markets, private sales and consignment stores. But don’t buy the first great value that you see - a piece of furniture that doesn’t quite fit the vision of your room is no bargain, no matter how inexpensive it was. In order to achieve a perfect look of your room, you must plan what things are needed to for it before you go shopping. Consulting your list will ensure that you only get what you actually need when you go shopping!

If you can picture the bedroom of your choice and know where to shop than bedroom interior design is not as hard and costly as you think. Good sales are a sure way to save money. Your patience in waiting for just the right furniture and accessories will pay off with a designer look for less. Thanks to decorate123.com for this.

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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Cushions for Comfort

Hi gang, Rick here from Bedroom Decorating Ideas. Pretty cushions in extravagant fabrics will add luxurious finish and heightens the comfort quotient of your living environs. Throw pillows on a sofa or extra pillows on a bed also invite you to relax - just a little longer.

Cushions can be suited in colours to match every season of the year or every change of decorating mood that you might live. They can also be made for every room in the home - and living spaces where there are no rooms at all.

Outdoors

Outdoor cushions are made to withstand sun and weather. They can be made of UV-resistant outdoor fabric tough enough to withstand the elements yet remain soft to the touch with quick-dry fill. Outdoor cushions are often treated to resist fading, mould and mildew and clean up easily with a mild detergent and warm water.

Wherever they are used in the home, cushions should be designed for comfort and body support.

Throw cushions can also serve as fillers to an otherwise completely furnished room, adding depth and dimension.

Seating

Cushions can be used in low seating areas as well as on sofas. Make sure the ones on the floor are larger than those thrown on the sofa.

In the bedroom cushions on a made-up bed look pretty and elegant. Make sure the colours you choose for your cushions highlight the decor elements which you want to emphasise.

Colours chosen should either contrast or complement the rest of the decor on your room; in a pleasant way.

The experts advise that you should upgrade your rugs when you change your cushions. The two changes together will make a world of difference in your rooms.
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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Candleholders add Style

Hi gang, Rick here at Bedroom decorating Ideas with an article on how Candleholders add style and grace to your home. Among the most powerful mood enhancers in a room is the glow of candlelight. It beckons guests to its warmth, mesmerizes with its flickering and lends mystery. It casts a romantic spell on an interior.

Candleholders can be ordinary or as captivating as the dancing lights. From simple candlesticks to elaborate candelabras, table centerpieces and even wall-mounted containers, candleholders are decorative accessories that hold their own even when the votives, tapers or pillars they cradle are not lighted.

Candleholders long have been collectibles and span a rich history of design styles. Tall hand-carved, painted or gilded wood candlesticks from Italy and delicate enameled 18th-century French holders are sold at auctions and in antique shops for hundreds to thousands of dollars apiece.

Today they are available in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles — from luxurious to rustic, from exotic to whimsical. The variety is considerable, ranging from low-slung holders for tea lights to sculptural candleholders as tall as a couple of feet. Sconces create still other dynamics.

Depending on the style, candleholders can be grouped in odd numbers of similar glass, crystal, brass, bronze, pewter, iron, stainless steel, ceramic or wood candlesticks of varying heights. More than one type can be used in a room on tabletops, sideboards and mantels. Some candleholders are designed expressly for use in the fireplace.

Decorating with candleholders, as with other well-chosen accessories, can add personality and a note of grace, strength or elegance as an accent or focal point.

Among the most versatile designs is the hurricane, a tall glass cylinder that surrounds the candle within. From clean to traditional styles, some with curves, the simplicity transcends decor. Footed hurricanes are especially eye-catching. Metal bases can be coordinated with other metal accents in a room.

Glass and crystal candleholders add a jewel-like sparkle to a space as they interact with warm candlelight. Mosaic candleholders layer iridescent color as candlelight glows through tiny cut-glass pieces in a captivating way. Another kind of light play comes from holders with eyelet designs, such as pierced tin chandeliers. Light shines through the openings, creating intriguing patterns. Candleholders with mirrored bases, as well as those made of mercury glass, also lend reflective qualities.

Wood candleholders are perennial favorites. Dark woods have increased in popularity, as they have in furniture design, and their placement has a grounding impact similar to that of black. A contemporary option is a long, narrow container or tray with recessed spaces for a row of round tea lights. It makes a simple architectural statement as a centerpiece on a dining table or on a cocktail table. Wood pillar holders can be grouped for visual strength, a nexus on the cocktail table.

Candleholders also can be used as wall decorations. Hang individual holders in a group to create an arresting composition. Or use a single 3-foot-tall scrolled ironwork medallion that holds removable glass votive cups and serves as a piece of art.

No matter what style of candleholder you choose, integrating candlelight into your home fashions an enchanting ambience, an intimate glow, romance and the suggestion of simpler times, something that can be illuminating for all who embrace it.
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Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Bohemian Bedroom Decorating

Hi gang, Rick here from Bedroom Decorating Ideas with Bohemian Decorating. If want to change the look of you bedroom, Bohemian decorating style is a very good option. Read on to get useful tips on Bohemian bedroom decorating.

One of the best ways to break the monotony in your life is by changing the surrounding that you live in. How do you do this? Simple! By completely changing the look of atleast your bedroom, if redoing the entire house is not possible.

If you thinking along these lines only, this article will prove as the perfect help for you. Here, we have provided a number of tips that will help you in decorating your bedroom the Bohemian way. It will involve the use of luxurious fabrics, strong colors and freestyle decorating patterns. The details are very diverse and the linens used are generously loud and heavily patterned.

Bohemian Bedroom Decorating - Items Needed

Fabrics (in bright colors)
Paint (in bright colors)
Knick knacks

Procedure
The first thing that you should do to create a Bohemian décor for your bedroom is to change the color of the walls. The trick here is to go for bold colors like red, orange, blue, etc.
The next step will be to accentuate the color of the walls with that of the linen. The color of the bedspreads and curtains should be contrasting with that of the walls.

Light fixtures and lamps are the things that you need to look into next. Select those fixtures that cast deep hues. You can even wrap the lamp shades with scarves to alter the lighting.

Use lots and lots and lots of accessories to decorate you room. Bohemian look is all about celebration. Not even a single corner should be left untouched and austere. The knick knacks that you choose should have rich colors and embellished exteriors. You can go for antique showpieces too.

Bohemian look is all about patterns and this should be included in your bed too. You can make use of quilts, bedspreads or duvets in rich colors. Accessorize the bed with an assortment of pillows, throws, blankets, etc. You can even use a mosquito net or canopy for covering the bed.

Do not leave the walls with just a bold paint. Things like atypical artwork, tapestries or wallpaper should be used to highlight it. Using wall hangings is another good option.

Some Tips

You can make use of old dupattas as well as saris to decorate the walls and windows of the bedroom.

Make use of candles. You can even burn scented candles or incense to give your bedroom a complete Bohemian look.

Never ever match one accessory with the other. Bohemian style involves the use of mismatched and unusual home decor items. Thanks to iloveindia.com for this

Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Upholstery Fabric Selloff Now!

Hello, Catherine here from Bedroom Decorating Ideas with an awesome fabric sell-off. Also some great do-it-yourself decorationg videos.

Celebration Tapestry Upholstery Fabric

Chalet Plaid Chenille Upholstery Fabric

Ashwood Upholstery Fabric

Firecracker Woven Upholstery Fabric

Damask Panel Textured Upholstery Fabric

Vista Plaid Upholstery Fabric

Leaf Panel Textured Upholstery Fabric

Here are some ideas and patterns;

Free Pillow Patterns

Table Runner Pattern

Reupholstering Furniture Instructions

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Decorating Kid's Rooms With Thrift Store Finds

You can give your children the room of their dreams with some simple bedroom decorating ideas that you can find at thrift stores. First determine what your child really wants. Do you want to go with a theme of their favorite cartoon character or a sport they love? Whatever you decide the biggest mistake you can do is to purchase a comforter with the cartoon character on it. Remember that your little darling is growing and her/his interests change with every birthday. Unless you want to purchase a new comforter on a yearly basis you should keep this to a very neutral color. I know that most mothers shudder at the thought of putting white in a child's room, but solid white, tan, grey, blue and pink are your best bets.
If you have already bought a comforter that your child has out-grown or gotten tired of there is a very inexpensive quick fix! Use the old comforter as a duvet and make a cover to slip over it.
One of the first places I head to in a thrift store is the bedding section. Not because I need new sheets but because bedding can provide you with ample fabrics to make decorator items from. This is especially true for children's rooms. Because a child's interests change so often you will find awesome character sheet sets in thrift stores. So if your princess decides that this year she would like a Dora the Explorer bedroom start browsing through thrift shops because another little girl will have decided that Dora is no longer her dream because Barbie is now the coolest item in her toy box. Most people send their children's used, but not abused, bedding to the thrift store. Remember you are not going to use these sheets for sleeping on. They will be the source for all of your decorative items in the room.
Once you have the character sheets start looking for other sheets with the same color schemes in various patterns. It may take a few trips to a few thrift stores over the course of a few weeks or a month but you are going to be sewing up your finds in the meantime. Look for stripes, patterns, polka dots all with at least one or two of the same colors of the character sheets in them.
Use these sheets to make curtains, bed skirts or dust ruffles, throw pillows, chair pads and slip covers, dresser scarves, organizers, basket liners, etc. Most of the character sheet sets have pillow cases with large characters on them. One of the best things to do with these are to create artwork for the walls. Use a canvas stretcher frame you can pick up at any art store. Center the fabric over the frame and stretch it tight using a stapler to fasten it on the back of the frame. Now either put the artwork in a picture frame you found at the thrift store or just hot glue some ribbon around the outer edge to give it a finished look.
Have fun with pillows. These are items that cost very little but can add a lot of pizazz to the room.

These animal pillows are an excellent example of using various patterns and colors to coordinate decorator items for your child's room. They create fun and interest, they are very inexpensive to make and your child can even play with them.
Many thrift stores also have a fabric section. Here you can pick up scrap pieces of fabric to add to the mix. Also keep your eye out for trim and lace. Many people clean out closets and sewing rooms and their unused craft supplies will end up in the thrift store. These finds are awesome because the price of trim at fabric stores can really add up.
I hope you have enjoyed my article. Have fun being creative! Be sure to browse through my blog for even more bedroom decorating ideas.

Bedroom Decorating Ideas:Budget Bedroom Makeover

Some of the best bedroom decorating ideas do not cost an arm and a leg. Before planning your makeover the first thing you should do is give the room a total cleaning from top to bottom. Remove all clutter. If an item doesn't belong in a bedroom then relocate it to it's proper place. Remove computers and electronics as it is proven to interfere with peaceful sleep to have those types of items in your bedroom. Your bedroom should be about relaxation and sleep.
Take a look at every trinket and knick knack in the room. Are they there just because you have them and hate to throw anything out or are they there because you truly love them and enjoy looking at them? Only items that you are proud of should be kept. Donate some items or give to friends who have admired them. The rest can be tossed out. You want a clean slate to start your makeover.
Once the clean and de-clutter is done I always suggest you walk into your bedroom with an objective eye as if you were visiting the room for the first time. Does it feel like a quiet retreat? Does it reflect your personality? Sometimes the de-clutter is all it takes and you fall in love with your room again. If that is the case treat yourself to a few new accessories and you are done. For most of us though it is time for a change as we have gotten bored with the color palette and decor style.
First, take a look at the bed. It is the focal point of the room. Do you like the headboard? If not, there are many ways to very inexpensively make it look like you got new furniture. Upholstered headboards are not only trendy, they are practical and inexpensive. With a sheet of plywood, a sheet of foam and a cheap upholstery fabric remnant you can create a unique and stylish headboard that is easy to update anytime you want to change the look of your room. Other budget friendly headboard ideas are old doors or shutters picked up at flea markets or second hand stores. Paint them to co-ordinate with your room and attach them to the wall at the head of your bed.
Next let's look at your bed linens. If you are planning to purchase new sheets wait until there is a white sale at your local department or bedding store then buy the best quality you can possible afford at the time. Stick to very neutral solid colors. White, tan or gray are safe bets when buying sheets. Those colors will co-ordinate with almost any color palette and will not need to be replaced every time you redecorate your room. The same rule applies when purchasing or making your comforter or duvet cover and draperies. These are the most expensive items to replace and you should look at them as the backdrop for your decorating project. Add the pizazz and punch to the room with less expensive accessories.
Now that you have the essentials looked after it is time to have some fun with the decorating. Choose your color palette. Ask yourself what mood you want your room to have. Do you want tranquility or drama? For tranquil settings you will want to choose a monochromatic color scheme in quiet paler shades. For drama choose contrasting colors. If you are stuck on choosing a dominant color take a look inside your closet. Most people choose colors of clothing that they like or feel they look good in. This may give you a hint on what colors you truly enjoy.
When decorating a space, divide the colors in the space into components of 60 percent of a dominant color, 30 percent of a secondary color and 10 percent of an accent color. The walls will most likely be the majority, the bedding and draperies would represent the secondary color and accessories such as a floral arrangements, art or throw pillows would make up the rest. The colors are properly balanced and there is a shot of color (the 10 percent color) for interest. Color Tip: If you have a small room, don’t paint it white to make it seem bigger. Instead go with the architecture and paint it a rich, warm color to make it cozier. Let your big rooms expand with light, let your small rooms wrap you up and nurture you.
Paint can have the most dramatic effect on your makeover and will change the entire feel of your room. It is also one of the least expensive changes to make. A gallon of paint and an afternoon of labor may be just what the doctor ordered to fix your tired bedroom.
Choosing accessories is the final touch that will transform your bedroom into YOUR space. When selecting fabrics for throw pillows and accessories remember that adding texture also adds interest for the eye. Try choosing several textures and patterns all in the same color. This is very pleasing to the eye. Then give in to that one piece of fabric that is fun and colorful to add pizazz and personality to the room.
Now stand back and admire the designer bedroom you have created with a small budget and big bedroom decorating ideas and be proud of a job well done!

Bedroom Decorating Ideas:Exotic Romance Moroccan/Asian Theme on a Budget

by Cathy Henry
Creating an exotic retreat is very easy and inexpensive when you use saris to decorate. You can usually find gorgeous silk embroidered saris for sale in eBay and other sources for under $20. Each sari is approx. 46" wide and about 6 yards long. This gives you ample materials for a wide range of luxurious accessories. By suspending two wooden dowels from the ceiling, one at the foot of the bed and one at the head, you can drape a sari over the rods to create a very opulent canopy over the bed.
Paint your walls a rich jewel tone to compliment your fabrics. Deep red, purples and midnight blues work well. Cut the sari in half and sew rod pockets into the top to create airy sheer silk drapery panels.
Use the various patterns in a typical sari to create a variety of pillows and cushions, table runners, mirror swags and even bedding. The possibilities are only as limited as your imagination!
Remember, you are trying to create a very opulent retreat so do not forget the embellishments such as tassels, fringe and braid.
Add a few lacquer vases and chests or pewter accessories and you have an oasis fit for the king and queen!
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Bedroom Decorating Ideas: Easy Trash Can Night Tables

by Cathy Henry

You can create a bedside table with just two round pieces of plywood (one smaller than the other) and a trashcan. The larger piece should be used as the tabletop and the smaller piece should fit snuggly inside the opening of the trashcan. Glue the smaller piece of plywood to the bottom of the slightly larger piece. Then cover it with a ready-made tablecloth. Or cover with an inexpensive neutral-colored tablecloth and drape a home-made square table runner (using an inexpensive $5 remnant piece of high end luxury fabric) over it. Keep in mind that you can use the trash can for storage.
This is just one of the little bedroom decorating ideas that can be made on a budget to make a dramatic change to the ambiance of the room.