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30+ DIY Kids' Room Decorations They'll Adore

Add a personal touch to your little one’s lair with these DIY decor projects. They'll love our fun furniture upgrades, playful wall art and colorful accessories.

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Light-Up Tutu Table

Your budding ballerina will adore this no-sew tutu-inspired table. Use any colors of tulle you’d like to complement your child’s bedroom decor.

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Oversized Blocks

These jumbo-sized versions of the classic kid’s toy can be used as nightstands, footstools or just decorative accents. Plus, they double as storage.

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Cozy Tent Bed

Let your little adventurer enjoy the thrill of camping every night with this DIY tent bed. The tent flap can be opened or closed for varying levels of privacy.

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Decoupaged Map Chairs

Want to add a pop of playful color to plain wooden kids’ chairs? Cover them with an old map.

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Starry Headboard

If you've got some extra holiday string lights lying around, put them to good use by making an out-of-this-world illuminated headboard.

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Cloud Bookshelf

For a shared bedroom or playroom, this cloud-inspired bookcase can be personalized with a shelf for each child.

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House-Inspired Bed

Your child will truly feel at home in this cozy, house-shaped bed with three built-in drawers.

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Five-Gallon Bucket Tote

Can you believe this adorable tote started as a five-gallon bucket? Its generous size makes it great for stowing bulky items like stuffed animals and blankets.

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Upcycled T-Shirt Headboard

Still hanging onto old T-shirts, jerseys or blankets your kid has outgrown? Upcycle them into a colorful, personalized headboard.

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Wooden Crate Toy Storage

Collect wooden crates from local boutiques, flea markets, farmers’ markets or wine shops, and convert them into personalized mobile toy boxes.

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Ledge Bookshelf

Put your little one’s favorite books and knickknacks on display with these narrow floating shelves. They’re ideal for adding extra storage when you’re short on space.

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Video Game Station

For the kiddo who’s obsessed with Minecraft or Fortnite, keep their consoles, controllers and other necessities organized with a gaming station.

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Custom Cork Art

Using a pumpkin carving stencil, a projector and sheets of cork, you can make this DIY bulletin board featured in HGTV Magazine with just about any design your child fancies.

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Washi Tape Walls

Use washi tape to create a fun, colorful wall design. When you and your child are ready for a new look, it’s easily removable and won’t damage your walls.

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Dreamy Canopy

Create a special spot for your child to read, relax or play with toys with this simple, no-sew project.

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Bunk Bed Drapery Panels

For the tween or teen who needs privacy, transform an old bunk bed with floor-to-ceiling drapery panels and a fresh coat of paint.

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Honeycomb Wall

With some inexpensive 1" x 2" wood boards, you can make a big impact in your child’s bedroom by creating a honeycomb-inspired wall treatment. Paint the insides of the hexagons to match the space or leave them plain for a minimalist look.

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Animal Silhouette Growth Chart

Chart your child's growth with this cute, colorful and crafty wall hanging.

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Ombre Ruffled Curtains

This DIY sewing project is made simpler with a few tricks involving an iron but will leave people thinking you're a master seamstress.

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Oversized Toy Art

Your child’s favorite toy will always be in sight with this project. Turn a treasured belonging into eye-catching artwork with a large printed photo and basic lumber.

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Felt Ball Mobile

Make a simple yet stylish mobile with an embroidery hoop and felt balls in various colors and sizes.

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Corkboard World Map

Let your aspiring world traveler track where she’s been and where she wants to go with this custom corkboard map.

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Upcycled T-Shirt Rug

Free up drawer space and make a fun accent for your kiddo’s room by crafting a rug out of old T-shirts.

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Wooden Game Letter Art

For a playful touch, spell out a child's name along with a family-friendly message using wooden game letters, then display them inside a shadowbox.

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Paper Dahlias

Perk up blank walls with a grouping of these bright, easy-to-make paper flowers.

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Chalkboard Lamps

Create a convenient spot for leaving messages for your little one by covering a lamp base with chalkboard paint.

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Geometric Memo Board

Perfect for a teen's bedroom, this colorful pinboard doubles as an art installation.

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Building-Block Drawer Pulls

Give a drab dresser a fun, colorful update with building-block drawer pulls.

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Rubber Toy Drawer Pulls

Or, repurpose old toys into playful pulls.

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Gold Leaf Toy

Turn any beloved object (like a favorite toy) into a display-worthy keepsake with a gold or silver leaf application. For a high-end metallic finish, all you need are leafing sheets, leafing adhesive and a detail paintbrush. Apply the sheets directly to the objects with a paintbrush dipped into the adhesive, then use the paintbrush to fill in any cracks. Display in a frame, on risers or inside a cloche.

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Butterfly Garland

Add a whimsical touch to a window with this charming garland made from old magazines.

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Desk Accessories

Use various containers like Mason jars, vases and tin cans to create a matching desk accessory set that will keep school essentials organized and within reach.

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Multifunctional Room Divider

Perfect for shared spaces, this multifunctional room divider features fabric on one side and chalkboard paint on the other for keeping track of homework assignments.

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Chalkboard Dresser

Teach your little one good organization habits by painting a dresser with chalkboard paint. Label the drawers to show your child where clothing and other items belong.