Paris themes bedroom Ideas?

Aj

I'm redoing my bedroom, the furniture I have for it is a tall full-sized bed with a light wooden bookshelf (as the headboard). I have an all-white dresser with light wooden tops, same with a bedside table. I'm going to get a laced-type bedspread, and a matching lamp and wall decal. Any ideas on what to use to make is sort-of Paris themed? I'm not looking for furniture, mostly decor

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Here's some wall decal ideas and they will also custom make any quote or what ever for you.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Big-Eiffel-Tower-Paris-Girls-Kid-Room-Wall-Decal-Decor-/220476702650?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item33556f7fba
http://cgi.ebay.com/French-Cat-Ooh-Paris-Kids-Art-Wall-Quote-Decal-/220770890408?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3366f872a8
http://cgi.ebay.com/Custom-Name-Eiffel-Tower-Girls-Kids-Room-Wall-Decal-Dec-/320495126189?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4a9eff86ad

romantic going away ideas?

Abc Xyz

My husband is going away on a business trip for two weeks and I wanted to give him something romantic or sexy either or doesn't matter as a little surprise while he is gone. Any ideas?? He is leaving tomorrow afternoon so please lots of ideas ASAP!!! Thanks all in advance.

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Buy candles and have them set up in a room! Like your bedroom or you guys can relax in the bathtub together with candles lighting the area. :) & buy lingerie or something fancy for bed! New sexy bra and panties? Don't forget the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 game! ;) Just kidding.

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Bedroom Ideas?????????

{Name Here

Heloo :)
Ok. Im a teenage girl and im getting a new bedroom soon, thing is, i have no idea what i want! Im not a girly girl so try to minimize the pinks etc, i would like things like blacks sparkly silvers and blues but nothing too 'cold' and majorly bright :) Any ideas, i would be grateful for any pictures etc. Thanks in advance! :)

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depends how big your room is as well, if it is small don't over decorate light colours will look good, dont be afraid to be creative

try takin sum ideas from these pics(im doiin my room aswell n they gave me alot of ideas)

http://interiordec.about.com/library/graphics/02nso/02nso-20teen36.jpg

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_lW4o2C02q5U/SRGJaCUjryI/AAAAAAAAAdo/v_EaJuJeze0/s400/teen-bedroom-ideas3.jpg

http://www.idealhomemagazine.co.uk/inspiredecor/gallery/d/2564-5/tenage+girls+bedroom.jpg

http://img.hgtv.com/HGTV/2004/02/09/dod601_aft_1_al.jpg

http://www.cool-kids-rooms.com/images/bedroom-decorating-ideas-for-girls-2.jpg

Hope this helps..

xx

I am looking for some great kids bedroom ideas?

Laker

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Glowing stars or something else hanging from ceiling is quite nice. Or those disco animal lights that reflect back images
Cover one wall complete ly with a chalk board wall so they can scribble

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romantic going away ideas?

Q. My husband is going away on a business trip for two weeks and I wanted to give him something romantic or sexy either or doesn't matter as a little surprise while he is gone. Any ideas?? He is leaving tomorrow afternoon so please lots of ideas ASAP!!! Thanks all in advance.

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Buy candles and have them set up in a room! Like your bedroom or you guys can relax in the bathtub together with candles lighting the area. :) & buy lingerie or something fancy for bed! New sexy bra and panties? Don't forget the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 game! ;) Just kidding.

Decorating ideas?

GoingDownF

We are moving and don't want to repaint. The bedroom that my three year old will be taking is chocolate brown, a little on the dark side...amazingly she likes it! :) The other room, that my 18 mo. old will be taking, has two pink walls and two green walls, a little on the bright side. Obviously, the pink and green seems much easier to work with, but ideas are still welcome as I want both of their rooms to be nice for them.
Oh, and both kids are girls.

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If you're willing to use any paint at all to help these rooms I recommend it.
For the chocolate room paint the trim pink (light pink) and put stripes or polka dots on the walls in light pink. If you don't want to do any painting at all, then I suggest using a lacey curtain of white or really light pink, having white or light pink framed mirrors on the walls, doing her bedding in light pink with chocolate brown accents (small ones) and keeping the floor light. One chocolate brown rug might be okay, though.
For the pink and green room, to lighten it up, and if you're willing to use any paint at all, I've seen my family get a lighter shade of the color that's on there and sponge it over the top of the other color. It doesn't have to be a stark difference, but light enough to see the contrast. It's amazing how much this helps. You could also get a wire brush and brush lines of the lighter colors in vertical lines down the walls to lighten it up. also plastic grocery bags work, rags, etc.
Then I'd use lots of white furnishings and decor in there. Maybe even stick flower appliques on the walls that you can peel off later if you want to. Do a light flowery curtain for the room.

Good luck:)

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I am looking for some great kids bedroom ideas?

Laker

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Glowing stars or something else hanging from ceiling is quite nice. Or those disco animal lights that reflect back images
Cover one wall complete ly with a chalk board wall so they can scribble

Paris themes bedroom Ideas?

Aj

I'm redoing my bedroom, the furniture I have for it is a tall full-sized bed with a light wooden bookshelf (as the headboard). I have an all-white dresser with light wooden tops, same with a bedside table. I'm going to get a laced-type bedspread, and a matching lamp and wall decal. Any ideas on what to use to make is sort-of Paris themed? I'm not looking for furniture, mostly decor

Answer
Here's some wall decal ideas and they will also custom make any quote or what ever for you.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Big-Eiffel-Tower-Paris-Girls-Kid-Room-Wall-Decal-Decor-/220476702650?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item33556f7fba
http://cgi.ebay.com/French-Cat-Ooh-Paris-Kids-Art-Wall-Quote-Decal-/220770890408?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3366f872a8
http://cgi.ebay.com/Custom-Name-Eiffel-Tower-Girls-Kids-Room-Wall-Decal-Dec-/320495126189?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4a9eff86ad

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I want to design my bedroom in a winter/blue/silver type ot theme. Any ideas?

Sexyhotmen

I need some ideas on what i mentioned in the topic question.

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hang white xmas lights either along border, around headboard or on ceiling. Paint the room blue, do silver trim. I would screw in some rods in the ceiling above my bed and hang some flimsy white curtains so you'd have a nice canopy. I'd get a cheap pair of curtains and try to cut them up like snowflakes. You probably made them in elementary school with paper when you were a kid.

Fold the curtain into a little square, leaving the sleeve for the rod sticking out so you don't cut it. Fold the square in half so it look similar to an ice cream cone. Cut off the bottom point in an arc. Then cut slashes, triangles, wavey lines whatever on the sides. Unfold and it should look like there's snowflakes in your curtain OOHHHH a better idea lol, get the white curtains and some light blue/silver material. Cut the material into circles, fold into an ice cream cone cut the top of the cone in a wave and the bottom point in an arc, wave or any shape, follow the same cutting instructions for the curtain then you can use fabric glue or sew them on to the white curtains.

Try it out on paper so you can practice making snowflakes.

Paint furniture white and knobs silver or go to craft store for new knobs.

ideas for transformer room?

babs_younc

Im in the process of doing my sons room into a transformer room. He has all the basic stuff like bedroom set, curtains and night light. But what else can i do to it to make it just so awesome for him. Thanks
The ceiling fan blades are also painted and there are transformer posters on the wall.

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You could consider Transformers light switch and outlet covers. If your son is still in a Transformers bed then you may consider a Transformers toddler bed.
All of these things can be found on eBay.

One thing that may seperate his room from other kids Transformers room may be to start a collection of the original G1 Transformers. They are as affordable as the newer releases. They are also more durable and easier to Transform.

Brooke

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How can I theme a bedroom around Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean?

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Q. I'm doing this kid's bedroom, and he wants it themed around Pirates of the Caribbean the ride. He's 16 years old, and a HUGE Disneyland-fanatic. he doesn't want something corny or childish, but he wants to go all out. He wants an authentic, real-deal sort of room.

The room is large rectangular and has vaulted ceilings. He also wants it to be a little reminiscent of New Orleans Square. The painting job is already done, it's a tan base and it looks as if a pipe broke or something, cuz it appears to have water just pouring down and damaging the walls. He has a nice keyboard, and said he'd like that to be dressed up a bit more pirate-y. It has light oak panels which deters from the look he wants.

He has the PotC attraction poster, but would love more posters. I told him about Disney's print on demand system, and he was very excited, but what print(s) should I get? The room is spacious, and he hates it. He wants it to be like the ride, where you never see the same thing twice. very busy!
oh ya, he wants a desk as well (he's an artist). He said either a bar look, or whatever... Just something he could doodle on or write or jazz like that.

Thanks for your help!

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awesome ideas
http://boysthemebedrooms.com/pirate/pirates-bedroom-decorating-ideas-pirates-theme.html

How do I get my two kids to nap and sleep in the same room?

Lullergato

I have two kids, 20mos and 6mos, and up until now they've both had their own rooms. We are downsizing to save money (1 income) and they are going to have to sleep in the same room. What can we do to make this as successful as possible? The 6mos child wakes up once in the night.

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I think the only issue is whether your 20 mos old is a light sleeper or not. Because when he/she wakes up in the middle of the night, you'll have to go in and get her/him and put him/her back after nursing/bottle/diaper change... it might be too much for your 20 mos old.. unless he/she sleeps like a log and you know for sure wont hear a thing.
Why dont you put the 6 mos old baby in your room till he/she sleeps thru the night, and then move her/him into a shared bedroom.
Aside from that, maybe you could tell your oldest, that his/her sibling will be sharing the room, and putting some of the baby's stuff in there so as the older child gets used to the idea. It should be fine!

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What are some calming, cheap bedroom decorating ideas?

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annie

I am moving soon, and my room will be somewhat small. I have a queen size bed and I am wanting to do something cheap but sensual to it? any ideas? red is kinda my theme but i dont plan to paint the walls (they are white). any tips??

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Use throw pillows to decorate your bed...the more pillows the better. Get all shapes and sizes. It creates an illusion that will make you want to fall into the middle of them...as if you were a little kid. Its a very comforting thought, sort of like a big hug. I rather enjoy it. Of course if you are married or living with a significant other then "HE" may not go for that as it will seem too girlie or childish to a guy. But hey if its your room...dazzle yourself. Be creative. Buy a few multicolored light bulbs to put in your lamps. Cover the lamp shades with scarves to emit a softer light. You can have all sorts of fun with that. Good luck.

What are some nice colors for my bedroom?

CottonCand

Hi(:
Im a teen girl and im redecorating my room. I need some ideas on what color i can paint my room.
I like pastel colors!
i also like neons, just nothing dark
Right now my room is green, so i would like to stay away from the greens for awhile.

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When I was about 15, I painted my room this color, "Sunset Yellow" and it was like a lighter version of dijon mustard. It turned out so beautiful. I decorated the rest of my room to have a very light, tuscan feel. But, if I changed my mind (as I often did) and decided I wanted something different, the yellow would match. I miss that room. It was the coolest color I've ever had in a room. Also, a robin's egg blue is cool, but it's very touchy getting just the right tone. And green is VERY touchy. The room color I'm looking forward to, though, is blood red. It's bold, daring, adventurous, the decor options are endless, and it can be lighthearted with a bold front, or deep and dark, with blacks and metals. Anyways, these are my four cents. : ) Have fun. Paint is great!

Edit: Oh, by the way!!! Something I've wanted to do for awhile in my kids' rooms is this: paint top half color of choice (for them a burnt orange), and bottom half (kind of spendy, but) black chalkboard paint. Then you draw whatever you like on the chalkboard as you like, or leave it blank. . . I think it's a great fun idea.

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What are some calming, cheap bedroom decorating ideas?

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annie

I am moving soon, and my room will be somewhat small. I have a queen size bed and I am wanting to do something cheap but sensual to it? any ideas? red is kinda my theme but i dont plan to paint the walls (they are white). any tips??

Answer
Use throw pillows to decorate your bed...the more pillows the better. Get all shapes and sizes. It creates an illusion that will make you want to fall into the middle of them...as if you were a little kid. Its a very comforting thought, sort of like a big hug. I rather enjoy it. Of course if you are married or living with a significant other then "HE" may not go for that as it will seem too girlie or childish to a guy. But hey if its your room...dazzle yourself. Be creative. Buy a few multicolored light bulbs to put in your lamps. Cover the lamp shades with scarves to emit a softer light. You can have all sorts of fun with that. Good luck.

What are some nice colors for my bedroom?

CottonCand

Hi(:
Im a teen girl and im redecorating my room. I need some ideas on what color i can paint my room.
I like pastel colors!
i also like neons, just nothing dark
Right now my room is green, so i would like to stay away from the greens for awhile.

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When I was about 15, I painted my room this color, "Sunset Yellow" and it was like a lighter version of dijon mustard. It turned out so beautiful. I decorated the rest of my room to have a very light, tuscan feel. But, if I changed my mind (as I often did) and decided I wanted something different, the yellow would match. I miss that room. It was the coolest color I've ever had in a room. Also, a robin's egg blue is cool, but it's very touchy getting just the right tone. And green is VERY touchy. The room color I'm looking forward to, though, is blood red. It's bold, daring, adventurous, the decor options are endless, and it can be lighthearted with a bold front, or deep and dark, with blacks and metals. Anyways, these are my four cents. : ) Have fun. Paint is great!

Edit: Oh, by the way!!! Something I've wanted to do for awhile in my kids' rooms is this: paint top half color of choice (for them a burnt orange), and bottom half (kind of spendy, but) black chalkboard paint. Then you draw whatever you like on the chalkboard as you like, or leave it blank. . . I think it's a great fun idea.

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What is a good website (or ideas)to get ideas and how-tos on redoing a kids bedroom with stuff you already own?

Q. I have three little girls and am redoing their rooms. I need ideas on how to take things we already have and use them in a new light. Or, if you know a good website...that would be great too!

A. ASk them what colors they like in each room and what is there favorite toy or animal what hey are into and you can get there old clothes and make pillows, add a favor it shirt or outfit sewn on the bed spread pain their furniture. Sheets make great curtains and can cover and old chair, top of a toy box. with 2 sided tape you can take that cute animal or character cut it out of the okd sheet or pajama add it to the wall. 2 sided tapethey have fabric glue or tape for material. Some old wooden toys can be screwed to a board and made a jama hanger or coat.
Look at HGTV.com

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What are some calming, cheap bedroom decorating ideas?

Q. I am moving soon, and my room will be somewhat small. I have a queen size bed and I am wanting to do something cheap but sensual to it? any ideas? red is kinda my theme but i dont plan to paint the walls (they are white). any tips??

A. Use throw pillows to decorate your bed...the more pillows the better. Get all shapes and sizes. It creates an illusion that will make you want to fall into the middle of them...as if you were a little kid. Its a very comforting thought, sort of like a big hug. I rather enjoy it. Of course if you are married or living with a significant other then "HE" may not go for that as it will seem too girlie or childish to a guy. But hey if its your room...dazzle yourself. Be creative. Buy a few multicolored light bulbs to put in your lamps. Cover the lamp shades with scarves to emit a softer light. You can have all sorts of fun with that. Good luck.

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What are some nice colors for my bedroom?

Q. Hi(:
Im a teen girl and im redecorating my room. I need some ideas on what color i can paint my room.
I like pastel colors!
i also like neons, just nothing dark
Right now my room is green, so i would like to stay away from the greens for awhile.

A. When I was about 15, I painted my room this color, "Sunset Yellow" and it was like a lighter version of dijon mustard. It turned out so beautiful. I decorated the rest of my room to have a very light, tuscan feel. But, if I changed my mind (as I often did) and decided I wanted something different, the yellow would match. I miss that room. It was the coolest color I've ever had in a room. Also, a robin's egg blue is cool, but it's very touchy getting just the right tone. And green is VERY touchy. The room color I'm looking forward to, though, is blood red. It's bold, daring, adventurous, the decor options are endless, and it can be lighthearted with a bold front, or deep and dark, with blacks and metals. Anyways, these are my four cents. : ) Have fun. Paint is great!

Edit: Oh, by the way!!! Something I've wanted to do for awhile in my kids' rooms is this: paint top half color of choice (for them a burnt orange), and bottom half (kind of spendy, but) black chalkboard paint. Then you draw whatever you like on the chalkboard as you like, or leave it blank. . . I think it's a great fun idea.

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could anybody who likes to decorate give me some good tips for decorating my room?

Q. my room has light pink paneled walls and medium-dark hardwood floors. i currently have a closet in the corner, a bed, dresser, desk, and a random storage rack and some boxes.

what could i do to decorate my room and make it MY space? what themes could i do? where could i find great things to decorate my room with, and for good prices? any tips at all would be appreciated.

A. Zebra Pattern it goes good with pink

http://hubpages.com/hub/Kids-Bedrooms-Ideas-Zebra-Print-Theme

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I'm decorating my new place, can you help with ideas?

Q. I just purchased a cute new little 2 bedroom house.
I thought I had it all figured out the way I wanted to decorate it but i'm still stumped! I need some ideas or a thought for inspiration to decorate my place.

About me-
I love french culture
My favorite colors are- cool colors like blues, purples and greens but I also like white and light yellow
I'm a kid at heart but i'm a big girly girl
I like flowers, skirts, dresses, hats, perfume, flip flops, handbags and jewelry
Hawaii is the ultimate vacation spot
I love mellow music but i'm a rocker girl also
I like to relax and read a good magazine
I love to bake and I could live on drinking grape soda

sooo can anybody come up with some good themes for rooms in my new home? Thanks!
I think I want to do the guest room in all white with colored pillows and stuff what do you think?

A. Shabby chic all the way! Hit the flea markets..A great way to redecorate is to recycle. Use an old or new outdoor bird bath inside as a side table or in the bath to hold candles and bath supplies. Add an affordable glass top and wa-la! Instant table. You can also pick up many old architectural pieces at flea markets...paint them, sand them down a bit and you have instant character to any room. An old door can be stood in a corner or used as the top of a coffee or sofa table. The trick is to umber over any color you paint...this gives the piece instant aging and character. Shabby chic is the way to go....understated yet refined if done correctly.

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Can you give me some ideas for painting my 6 year old daughters room.?

Q. I would like some pictures links if possible. I have some light pink..purple..& green paint and I would like to incorporate it in my daughters bedroom. Can you please send me some ideas? Pictures would be helpfull or links to a website. I have been googleing and I can't find many pictures. Thanks!!!

A. When we were kids my dad painted the walls and then put OUR hands in paint and put OUR handprints all over the wall! You can use any color paint you want for that. We loved it! We had bunk beds. And a large pink elephant hanging on the wall! Let your daughter help you decide since it is her space.

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how can I stay cool in my bedroom while my female roomates are complaining that they are cold?

Q. My bedroom is on the top floor and faces the sun.It is a very hot climate most of the year and super hot in the mid summer.The girls seem always to be cold,even when it is 100 degrees.please tell me how to get along.

A. You're doomed.

And it sounds like you're also seriously outvoted, so you may have to resort to extreme measures. No, don't try to change their minds because that will probably only be frustrating for all of you. You guys are all going to have to . . . . compromise. I know it's a foreign concept in the modern era, but people have been fighting over living space temperatures since the taming of fire and we were wearing animal hides and making our homes in caves. It's very difficult to find someone to live with that likes the same temperature as you do, and you probably don't even have kids, who all seem to enjoy a much warmer environment than regular people.

Don't worry, it gets worse when you get married because then it's for keeps, and hopefully you're trying to sleep in the same room. Hopefully.

Your best bet is to get a window air conditioner, but I'm assuming you've thought of that and have discarded the idea for some reason. Either you're renting, which is likely, based on your question, and the landlord won't let you do it, it's too expensive, or someone would complain about the noise. If you can't get one of those, an in room air conditioner is an option, though it may be an unsatisfactory solution based on some of the reviews I've read. Fans can help, but only so much.

See if you can close individual room vents, either partially or completely, if you have central air, because that may allow their rooms to stay a little warmer than the rest of the house. Try begging, but not too much, because that would be a guy code violation. Usually if people are a lot colder than others it's because they are too skinny, so maybe try feeding these women. Offer to cook. I assume you're already in charge of the heavy or disgusting cleaning.

Al Capone said "you can get a lot further with a smile and a gun than with just a smile", but I don't recommend making any kind of threat. Most people respond to a sense of humor, though. Try a little charm. Or light begging.

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What is the best situation for my children sharing a room?

Q. I am due with our 3rd child in Feb. I have a 4 year old boy and an 18 month old daughter (we do not yet know the sex of the new baby). We only have 3 bedrooms, so someone has to share. Here is the scoop. My 4 year old is a sound sleeper, my 18 month old is a very light sleeper. My choice would be to have the baby share the romm with the 18 month old, as to not disrupt the feelings of the 4 year old, since he will be emotionally dealing with a new baby anyways, and we don't want him to feel like he is being uprooted. I guess the other choice is for the two older two to share as well. My husband doesn't want us to share our room either since we had both our kids sleeping through the night at 7 weeks in their own cribs, he feel like we should stick with the way we have done it (child in their room in their crib). Help with any ideas is appreciated:) thanks!!!

A. Is there any other room that could be utilized for a bedroom, such as basement, family room, extra large walk-in closet for a baby room,dining room? The two younger rooms would create a problem...no sleep for the parents...since the 18 month old is a light sleeper. Both of them will be up in the middle of the night crying at the same time. It would be the best to make the move for the little ones now so it will be easier when the new baby comes in, they will be adjusted to their sleeping quarters. This will eliminate two new adjustments at the same time, new baby and new sleeping arrangements! Children thrive under routine. Just make sure the older one feels he has his OWN personal space, even if you have to have his room divided w/a curtain, or masking tape. This will make him think that he hasn't lost all his privacy. Try to think outside the box, I'm sure that you'll find a terrific solution. Its great that you are planning ahead, this is definitely an advantage! Best wishes!

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What can i put in my one year old daughters nightstand drawers?

Q. I just got her a bedroom set and have no idea what to put in her nightstand drawers. She has a few books i could put in there but what else?

A. First thing that came to mind was flash light too. My son loves them, and yes, there are some nice heavy duty kids flash lights. A few books is good too, other then that, why not let her pick out which things she would like to stuff in there. chances are, they will be dug through, emptied out, and re packed full of goodies many times in the comings years by her.

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How to use animal prints in a bedroom?

Q. We are redecorating my 9 yr old daughters bedroom. We have just painted her walls a light sage- almost lime green with white trim. She is a real animal lover and wants to us animal print fabrics in her room but I am unsure how to make it work and not overpower the room. Can I us a solid color bedding such as purple and accent with animal prints? I want to give it a jungle/safari look but still be girlish also. I see alot of various prints being mixed and matched in kids rooms these days but I am just unsure how to pull it all together.
Thanks!

A. some good ideas here
http://teensthemes.com/safari/wild-safari-bedroom-decorating-ideas.html

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I'm decorating my new place, can you help with ideas?

Q. I just purchased a cute new little 2 bedroom house.
I thought I had it all figured out the way I wanted to decorate it but i'm still stumped! I need some ideas or a thought for inspiration to decorate my place.

About me-
I love french culture
My favorite colors are- cool colors like blues, purples and greens but I also like white and light yellow
I'm a kid at heart but i'm a big girly girl
I like flowers, skirts, dresses, hats, perfume, flip flops, handbags and jewelry
Hawaii is the ultimate vacation spot
I love mellow music but i'm a rocker girl also
I like to relax and read a good magazine
I love to bake and I could live on drinking grape soda

sooo can anybody come up with some good themes for rooms in my new home? Thanks!
I think I want to do the guest room in all white with colored pillows and stuff what do you think?

A. Shabby chic all the way! Hit the flea markets..A great way to redecorate is to recycle. Use an old or new outdoor bird bath inside as a side table or in the bath to hold candles and bath supplies. Add an affordable glass top and wa-la! Instant table. You can also pick up many old architectural pieces at flea markets...paint them, sand them down a bit and you have instant character to any room. An old door can be stood in a corner or used as the top of a coffee or sofa table. The trick is to umber over any color you paint...this gives the piece instant aging and character. Shabby chic is the way to go....understated yet refined if done correctly.

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how can I stay cool in my bedroom while my female roomates are complaining that they are cold?

Q. My bedroom is on the top floor and faces the sun.It is a very hot climate most of the year and super hot in the mid summer.The girls seem always to be cold,even when it is 100 degrees.please tell me how to get along.

A. You're doomed.

And it sounds like you're also seriously outvoted, so you may have to resort to extreme measures. No, don't try to change their minds because that will probably only be frustrating for all of you. You guys are all going to have to . . . . compromise. I know it's a foreign concept in the modern era, but people have been fighting over living space temperatures since the taming of fire and we were wearing animal hides and making our homes in caves. It's very difficult to find someone to live with that likes the same temperature as you do, and you probably don't even have kids, who all seem to enjoy a much warmer environment than regular people.

Don't worry, it gets worse when you get married because then it's for keeps, and hopefully you're trying to sleep in the same room. Hopefully.

Your best bet is to get a window air conditioner, but I'm assuming you've thought of that and have discarded the idea for some reason. Either you're renting, which is likely, based on your question, and the landlord won't let you do it, it's too expensive, or someone would complain about the noise. If you can't get one of those, an in room air conditioner is an option, though it may be an unsatisfactory solution based on some of the reviews I've read. Fans can help, but only so much.

See if you can close individual room vents, either partially or completely, if you have central air, because that may allow their rooms to stay a little warmer than the rest of the house. Try begging, but not too much, because that would be a guy code violation. Usually if people are a lot colder than others it's because they are too skinny, so maybe try feeding these women. Offer to cook. I assume you're already in charge of the heavy or disgusting cleaning.

Al Capone said "you can get a lot further with a smile and a gun than with just a smile", but I don't recommend making any kind of threat. Most people respond to a sense of humor, though. Try a little charm. Or light begging.

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How do I get my two kids to nap and sleep in the same room?

Q. I have two kids, 20mos and 6mos, and up until now they've both had their own rooms. We are downsizing to save money (1 income) and they are going to have to sleep in the same room. What can we do to make this as successful as possible? The 6mos child wakes up once in the night.

A. I think the only issue is whether your 20 mos old is a light sleeper or not. Because when he/she wakes up in the middle of the night, you'll have to go in and get her/him and put him/her back after nursing/bottle/diaper change... it might be too much for your 20 mos old.. unless he/she sleeps like a log and you know for sure wont hear a thing.
Why dont you put the 6 mos old baby in your room till he/she sleeps thru the night, and then move her/him into a shared bedroom.
Aside from that, maybe you could tell your oldest, that his/her sibling will be sharing the room, and putting some of the baby's stuff in there so as the older child gets used to the idea. It should be fine!

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How to make house smell fresh?

Q. We moved into a house that has a musty smell. It is pretty easy to handle in the rooms with windows, but both of the kids bedrooms don't have windows. I have tried cleaning the carpets with everything imaginable-and it doesn't help that my son keeps having potty training accidents. I have tried candles, febreze, etc. I have even put the fan in front of the door to move the air around-no change. Both rooms have ceiling fans and central air.

A. In the supermarket there is a product called Nil ODOUR it is only a tiny bottle but a LITTLE just a few drops goes a long way and this has always worked for problem odours for me and i once had trouble with a tom cat spraying everywhere and this became my best friend and another great idea is little bags of dried lavender over the door handles of the bedrooms or any room for that matter and every time i pass the doors i just scrunch on the bags and the aroma moves through the room gently and leaves a fresh earthy odour, i don't recommend candles just for the fire aspect and lighting and blowing them out only works for a very short time, or put eucalyptuss oil on cotton wool balls and deposit them around the rooms refreshing them as needed.....

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What is a good website (or ideas)to get ideas and how-tos on redoing a kids bedroom with stuff you already own?

Q. I have three little girls and am redoing their rooms. I need ideas on how to take things we already have and use them in a new light. Or, if you know a good website...that would be great too!

A. ASk them what colors they like in each room and what is there favorite toy or animal what hey are into and you can get there old clothes and make pillows, add a favor it shirt or outfit sewn on the bed spread pain their furniture. Sheets make great curtains and can cover and old chair, top of a toy box. with 2 sided tape you can take that cute animal or character cut it out of the okd sheet or pajama add it to the wall. 2 sided tapethey have fabric glue or tape for material. Some old wooden toys can be screwed to a board and made a jama hanger or coat.
Look at HGTV.com

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What are some calming, cheap bedroom decorating ideas?

Q. I am moving soon, and my room will be somewhat small. I have a queen size bed and I am wanting to do something cheap but sensual to it? any ideas? red is kinda my theme but i dont plan to paint the walls (they are white). any tips??

A. Use throw pillows to decorate your bed...the more pillows the better. Get all shapes and sizes. It creates an illusion that will make you want to fall into the middle of them...as if you were a little kid. Its a very comforting thought, sort of like a big hug. I rather enjoy it. Of course if you are married or living with a significant other then "HE" may not go for that as it will seem too girlie or childish to a guy. But hey if its your room...dazzle yourself. Be creative. Buy a few multicolored light bulbs to put in your lamps. Cover the lamp shades with scarves to emit a softer light. You can have all sorts of fun with that. Good luck.

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I'm decorating my new place, can you help with ideas?

Q. I just purchased a cute new little 2 bedroom house.
I thought I had it all figured out the way I wanted to decorate it but i'm still stumped! I need some ideas or a thought for inspiration to decorate my place.

About me-
I love french culture
My favorite colors are- cool colors like blues, purples and greens but I also like white and light yellow
I'm a kid at heart but i'm a big girly girl
I like flowers, skirts, dresses, hats, perfume, flip flops, handbags and jewelry
Hawaii is the ultimate vacation spot
I love mellow music but i'm a rocker girl also
I like to relax and read a good magazine
I love to bake and I could live on drinking grape soda

sooo can anybody come up with some good themes for rooms in my new home? Thanks!
I think I want to do the guest room in all white with colored pillows and stuff what do you think?

A. Shabby chic all the way! Hit the flea markets..A great way to redecorate is to recycle. Use an old or new outdoor bird bath inside as a side table or in the bath to hold candles and bath supplies. Add an affordable glass top and wa-la! Instant table. You can also pick up many old architectural pieces at flea markets...paint them, sand them down a bit and you have instant character to any room. An old door can be stood in a corner or used as the top of a coffee or sofa table. The trick is to umber over any color you paint...this gives the piece instant aging and character. Shabby chic is the way to go....understated yet refined if done correctly.

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how can I stay cool in my bedroom while my female roomates are complaining that they are cold?

Q. My bedroom is on the top floor and faces the sun.It is a very hot climate most of the year and super hot in the mid summer.The girls seem always to be cold,even when it is 100 degrees.please tell me how to get along.

A. You're doomed.

And it sounds like you're also seriously outvoted, so you may have to resort to extreme measures. No, don't try to change their minds because that will probably only be frustrating for all of you. You guys are all going to have to . . . . compromise. I know it's a foreign concept in the modern era, but people have been fighting over living space temperatures since the taming of fire and we were wearing animal hides and making our homes in caves. It's very difficult to find someone to live with that likes the same temperature as you do, and you probably don't even have kids, who all seem to enjoy a much warmer environment than regular people.

Don't worry, it gets worse when you get married because then it's for keeps, and hopefully you're trying to sleep in the same room. Hopefully.

Your best bet is to get a window air conditioner, but I'm assuming you've thought of that and have discarded the idea for some reason. Either you're renting, which is likely, based on your question, and the landlord won't let you do it, it's too expensive, or someone would complain about the noise. If you can't get one of those, an in room air conditioner is an option, though it may be an unsatisfactory solution based on some of the reviews I've read. Fans can help, but only so much.

See if you can close individual room vents, either partially or completely, if you have central air, because that may allow their rooms to stay a little warmer than the rest of the house. Try begging, but not too much, because that would be a guy code violation. Usually if people are a lot colder than others it's because they are too skinny, so maybe try feeding these women. Offer to cook. I assume you're already in charge of the heavy or disgusting cleaning.

Al Capone said "you can get a lot further with a smile and a gun than with just a smile", but I don't recommend making any kind of threat. Most people respond to a sense of humor, though. Try a little charm. Or light begging.

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What is the best situation for my children sharing a room?

Q. I am due with our 3rd child in Feb. I have a 4 year old boy and an 18 month old daughter (we do not yet know the sex of the new baby). We only have 3 bedrooms, so someone has to share. Here is the scoop. My 4 year old is a sound sleeper, my 18 month old is a very light sleeper. My choice would be to have the baby share the romm with the 18 month old, as to not disrupt the feelings of the 4 year old, since he will be emotionally dealing with a new baby anyways, and we don't want him to feel like he is being uprooted. I guess the other choice is for the two older two to share as well. My husband doesn't want us to share our room either since we had both our kids sleeping through the night at 7 weeks in their own cribs, he feel like we should stick with the way we have done it (child in their room in their crib). Help with any ideas is appreciated:) thanks!!!

A. Is there any other room that could be utilized for a bedroom, such as basement, family room, extra large walk-in closet for a baby room,dining room? The two younger rooms would create a problem...no sleep for the parents...since the 18 month old is a light sleeper. Both of them will be up in the middle of the night crying at the same time. It would be the best to make the move for the little ones now so it will be easier when the new baby comes in, they will be adjusted to their sleeping quarters. This will eliminate two new adjustments at the same time, new baby and new sleeping arrangements! Children thrive under routine. Just make sure the older one feels he has his OWN personal space, even if you have to have his room divided w/a curtain, or masking tape. This will make him think that he hasn't lost all his privacy. Try to think outside the box, I'm sure that you'll find a terrific solution. Its great that you are planning ahead, this is definitely an advantage! Best wishes!

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How can I design a camping themed room for my 10 year old?

Q. My son loves the outdoors. He wants his room to be a camping theme. In other words, he wants a tent to sleep in, things with boats, fishing, etc. I would love for him to have a tent to sleep in, but I also want to put his mattress in the tent so he won't have to sleep on the floor!! Is this doable? How big of a tent would I have to get? Can you even put a tent up in your house without having to stake it down?
Any ideas would be great!
Thanks!

A. there are many toy tents available these days for kids in the market made of parachute material that are long lasting and i guess they are big enough to accomodate a mattress, if not, even if the mattress peaks out a little, it is no problem, you can rope in the tent higher and it will give a spread over effect, these tents are meant for small children only and can be placed in the rooms!

along with it, you can go to a supermarket and check out the fishing section, there you will find wooden boats decorated in corners, you can buy one of these and place it in one corner of the room, it will give the out door effect, you can also get a artifical tree to place in one corner of the room, it will all enhance the outdoor effect, apart from that, try to paint the room in light green and light brown combination or even sky blue color to foster the image of being outdoors

see http://www.aboutfurniture.org/kids_room.php for more ideas on designing kids bedrooms

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