Changes...

The news that there will soon be the patter of tiny feet in your world, can send your mind into over-drive! Making sure you have all the equipment you need, clothes, toys, nappies and wipes, to last what seems like forever, can be stressful enough and of course, you have to decide how to decorate that all important nursery?! So, when you are considering colours, furniture, accessories and everything else needed to make the new addition to your family feel welcomed in their new home, it is important to think about the changes you might want to make in the not-too-distant future.

The phrase, 'They grow up so quickly', often said by distant relatives during family visits, is all too true and soon enough your tiny baby, who was fairly impartial to the décor of the room, will suddenly have their own character, interests, likes and dislikes and a voice to tell you about them!
So how do you make the changes to your child's bedroom, without spending too much money every couple of years?

Simplicity is the key to keeping a room completely versatile. Using white furniture and white paint might seem a bit too plain, but when you add in the baby's toys, books, wall hangings and other accessories, the room can still look stylish and homely. It also leaves you with a completely blank canvas when your little one gets a bit bigger.

Or if you want to add a bit of colour to your nursery, choose gender neutral colours, such as this soft yellow and compliment it with adaptable furniture, such as this white wardrobe and rocking chair. Choosing just one wall to paint with a brighter colour, will save you a lot of time when it comes to updating the room, and the furniture will be able to grow into whatever themes you require.

Starting with these simple ideas will leave you with plenty of space to develop the room to suit your child as they grow up.

As your baby becomes a toddler and the toys begin to multiply, there shouldn't be any reason to change these simple designs straight away, just let the toys become part of the décor! Then as your child grows and develops their own hobbies and favourite things, you can add to the room just by changing the curtains, the bedding and adding in a few cushions. Such a simple change could transform your nursery/playroom into a perfect seaside haven.

Using this neutral base will ensure that you will always have a blank canvas to work with each time your child grows out of one thing and into another. You will be able to change the look of the room regularly, at no great expense, keeping it fresh and most importantly, giving your child a room they will grow up to love and love to grow up in!

Ems :)