10 tips to help with easy, affordable nursery design
A sleek crib, red rug and European-style accent furniture create a modern nursery feel. (TNS photos)
Repurposed furniture painted with nontoxic milk paint can aid nursery design.
Nursery design doesn’t have to break the bank.
There are a number of cost-saving and creative ways to craft a nursery that is inviting, warm and friendly.
When building a nursery on a budget, here are some tips to try.
Paint: Painting remains one of the most affordable ways to decorate a space. From strips to stencils and accent walls, have a little fun with it.
Use stickers: Wall art is one of the most popular ways to decorate a nursery — and one of the easiest. Wall stickers can range from simple to elaborate, and best of all, they are removable.
Consider going organic: Organic choices, from crib materials to cotton fabrics, are not only healthy for the environment, but for your baby too.
Go DIY: What could be better than items you make yourself, from quilts and pillows to natural wood furniture pieces? If you are handy or crafty, creating some of your own furniture and accessories can be a fun route.
Infuse color and texture: From rugs to toss pillows and accessories, layer your little one’s nursery with interesting accents.
Add greenery: Plants and trees offer an inexpensive avenue to decorate a nursery and create a warm, healthy environment.
Repurpose and recycle: Instead of buying a new rocking chair, why not convert your favorite chair into a rocker for your new nursery?
Create a mobile: Mobiles remain a constant in nurseries and can make for a delightfully creative DIY project.
Go green: From bamboo rugs to zero VOC paints, healthy materials and finishes don’t necessarily have to cost an arm and a leg.
Consider citrus colors: Try yellow, green and orange. These colors will help brighten your space and also blend well with other colors.