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14 Holiday Decorating Ideas for Kids' Rooms

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Make your child's bedroom merry and bright with these kid-friendly decorating ideas from HGTV Magazine.

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How to Decorate Your Kid's Room for Christmas

Make Christmas even more magical for your kids by bringing the holiday decor right to their door. These easy decorating ideas — straight from the pages of HGTV Magazine — will help turn your child's space into a winter wonderland.

First up, try adding a Santa hat to existing decor. This rocking giraffe is already adorable, but topping him with that classic red hat is an extra-sweet sign of the season.

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Photo: Adam Albright. From: HGTV Magazine
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Add Ornaments to a Shelf

A kid's room is a great spot to use extra ornaments — especially shatterproof ones — that didn't make it onto the tree. Place a few on shelves for a jolly touch.

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Hang a Wreath (or Two) Above the Bed

Welcome the merry-and-bright vibes with a wreath. In this colorful shared bedroom the faux berry wreaths above the matching twin beds tie in with the magenta accents throughout the space.

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Photo: Zach DeSart (styled by Elizabeth Demos). From: HGTV Magazine
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Layer Up With Plush Textures

Not all holiday decor has to scream, "Christmas!" Layer in a few extra blankets and pillows with plush, furry or nubby textures for a warm and wintry feel.

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Photo: Dane Tashima. From: HGTV Magazine
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Create a Temporary Tree With Tape

Your little one can help you create and decorate this Washi tape tree, making it an interactive and darling holiday decoration. Plus, it doesn't take up valuable storage space when the season is over. Just peel the tape off the wall and toss it.

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Bring In Balloons

Another temporary (and totally unique) Christmas idea for your kids' spaces: Bring in balloons! These foil-coated reindeer ones will keep the holiday spirit in the air for weeks.

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Keep It Simple With Snowflake Garland

This traditional nursery has a lot going on — like the dinosaur wallpaper, painted trim and patterned rug. A simple snowflake garland on the window keeps it serene for the season.

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Put Up a (Faux) Tree

Let kiddos get creative with decorating trees for their own spaces. Make it faux so no one has to remember to water it.

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Make It Peaceful

A marquee peace sign is the perfect holiday decor for a relaxing bedroom — and you can leave it up all year long.

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Hang Stockings on the Bed Frame

If you don't have a fireplace — or even if you do — try hanging kids' stockings at the end of their beds. Waking up on Christmas morning to a full stocking right at their feet will kick-start the holiday magic.

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Put Up an Advent Calendar

Count down the days to Santa's arrival with an advent calendar filled with treats. Choose a wall hanging version this year, so it can double as a festive decoration.

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Match Holiday Decor to Your Kid's Color Scheme

Any color can be a holiday color! In this girl's room with hot pink decor, the fuchsia tabletop tree looks right at home.

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String Up Paper Garland

Whether you buy it or DIY it, colorful paper cut-outs are a no-fuss way to add a hint of holiday cheer.

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Hang Garland in Unexpected Places ...

... Like the end of the bed. Red and white felt ball garland ties in with the red flowers in the wallpaper and plays up the Christmas vibes in this enchanting space.

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