Washi tape has become an increasingly popular tool in DIY kids‘ decor projects recently due to its affordability, ease of use and durability. These tapes can easily be cut with scissors or staplers for neat edges on projects.
They can be used for a quick touch-up on walls or to add some flair to kitchen cabinets without damaging them in the process. Here are a few ideas for beautifying your kid’s nursery.
1. Wall Art
A nursery should be decorated with love and affection. Bringing your little one’s dreams to life through artful decoration will inspire them to discover the world around them. Make it a space they’ll enjoy growing up in by adding unique touches of decor that bring out their inner creativity.
Gallery walls are an excellent way to show off photos of your family and friends. Choose a theme like nature or animal prints, then add your favorite images in various sizes. A large mural will serve as the focal point for your gallery wall.
If you’re searching for an inexpensive yet stylish nursery wall decoration idea, washi tape printing can be the ideal solution. This versatile paper tape is often used in letter writing, mail art and gift wrapping projects; but it can also be layered to add beautiful effects to your room decor.
Another way to decorate your nursery wall is with wall decals. They’re easy to install and won’t damage the walls, plus you can choose from an array of colors and designs.
Some wall decals are removable, making them a great option if you want to change the decor of your child’s room as they grow. You can even get colorful rainbow wall decals that will add some cheeriness to any space.
Sculptures make for a lovely addition to any room, especially nurseries. A simple animal bust or an array of animals in various shapes and colors are both popular choices for nursery decor.
These elegant yet cheerful ideas will transform your nursery into a serene haven where your baby can unwind from the world. Not only are these cost-effective solutions beneficial to any room, but they’re sure to be appreciated by everyone who enters it.
2. Photo Frames
Washi tape is an invaluable decoration tool for your nursery, as it can be employed in so many different ways. Not only does it create stunning artwork and photo frames, but you can also craft various other decorative items with it.
One of the quickest and cheapest ways to add color and personality to a baby nursery is with framed prints. These can be photos of flowers, animals or anything that fits in with your room’s theme. If you don’t feel confident DIY-ing them yourself, IKEA frames make great affordable alternatives!
Another fun way to add a vibrant touch to your nursery is by creating a gallery wall. This can be an excellent showcase for baby’s art work and photography as well as family pictures. You have the freedom to mix-and-match frame styles, colors, textures for an ever-changing gallery that changes according to your baby’s changing tastes and interests.
A vibrant gallery wall can add a fresh and upbeat atmosphere to any room. You have the freedom to mix and match different sized frames, or hang one large picture in the middle of several smaller images for added impact.
Create a simple grid design for your gallery wall to keep it balanced and layered without overwhelming the wall.
If desired, a single piece of artwork can be hung above your baby’s crib to keep the space feeling open and spacious while giving your infant a place to take naps or enjoy quiet playtime.
3. Shelf Edges
Washi tape is a vibrant and repositionable paper tape used for various projects such as paper crafts, letter writing, decor and gift wrapping. Additionally, it makes great masking paint because it can easily be removed from walls after painting has been completed.
A nursery is an ideal space to add color. As it’s where babies rest and develop, it’s especially important that the walls remain cheerful and cheery.
Some neutral shades of paint, like Benjamin Moore White Dove or Farrow and Ball Conforth White, make for a cozy nursery. Grey hues with brown undertones such as Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter or Farrow and Ball Rodeo are another popular option.
Stencils are an ideal tool for creating wall murals. Not only are they easily removable, but they come in an array of shapes, sizes and designs so you can select one that perfectly reflects your personal style.
For those of you who lack artistic ability but still want a cheerful nursery, painter’s tape can be used to paint stripes or geometric shapes on your walls. It’s an easy and quick way to add some zest and vibrancy to any room in your house.
Create a cozy nursery by using color to divide up areas or transform a closet into a reading nook. A painted feature wall and two bookcases end-on can create an inviting storage area that doubles as an excellent reading nook!
Add some vibrant flair to any shelf with a colorful rug. Opt for one that’s light and airy but not too bright; otherwise, it could detract from the rest of the room’s aesthetic.
Decorate notebooks with custom washi tape for a fun and easy DIY project that takes only minutes! Your notebooks will look much prettier to hold!
4. Monogram
You can use washi tape in many ways to personalize nursery decor. For instance, adding a monogram to a baby blanket or wall plaque will create an eye-catching focal point in your child’s room.
Another use for washi tape is to decorate a nursery bookcase. This DIY project showcases board books and other items while taking up less floor space. The bookcases featured different shades of pink to match the nursery, but you could also opt for more neutral hues.
For those who want to freshen up their nursery without painting all walls, adding tape along one edge or covering the entire face with a sheet can be an easy and colorful solution.
In addition to personalizing the walls of a nursery, washi tape can also be used to dress up gifts. Wrap them with strips that match the theme of the gift and tie on ribbon or twine for extra texture and dimension.
You can even use washi tape to create a height chart for your children. This will assist them in learning how to count and compare objects of various sizes.
For this project, you’ll need a small paintbrush to apply the tape and some post-it notes to write the numbers on. You could also use marbles or other small toys to help your child practice counting.
Finally, you can use ice-cream sprinkles to create an affordable nursery theme that will last. Paint shelves and furniture with the sprinkle colors or pick up crib sheets at a garage sale to start your design project.
5. Handprints
If you want to brighten up your nursery, washi tape is an ideal solution. Not only is it cost-effective and simple to use, but comes in an array of beautiful colors and patterns!
Use decorative tape to add a unique touch to walls, gifts or even decorate your baby’s nursery. Plus, this tape is easy to tear, stick and remove without damaging the surface.
Washi tape is the perfect tool for many projects, from letter writing and mail art to decorating lunch bags and gift wrapping. Not only is it user-friendly, but its speedy results mean you won’t be stuck waiting around long to finish your task.
Furthermore, it’s easy to write on and won’t damage the surface. Plus, it’s reusable so you can use it again and again!
Children’s handprints make for a special addition to any bedroom wall. Add them as an adorable way to showcase your child’s individuality, or get the whole family involved and have them create handprint animals, flowers or ornaments together.
Make a key chain with your child’s handprints by creating an adorable key chain craft! Not only is this craft fun for everyone in the family, but it makes an excellent keepsake as well. Add a special message or use it as a present at birthday or Christmas if desired!
Another creative craft idea for siblings is creating a flower vase from footprints and handprints. This project is easy to do together, making it a fun activity to do together.
No matter if you’re decorating for your baby or just for fun, these handprints ideas will add some zest to your nursery. Plus, they’re so simple to make that even your child can join in the process!
