Showing posts with label interiors. Show all posts
Showing posts with label interiors. Show all posts

Tuesday, 20 October 2015

Essential Qualities for the Perfect Kid’s Bedroom Design

 

One thing that most parents have to put some thought into when they have younger kids is how best to design their bedroom. Children spend a lot of time either playing or sleeping in their bedroom, which means that it is important to make sure you incorporate certain qualities into the design that you choose. Making sure you have the right bedroom design can help to encourage your child to feel more comfortable and secure in their bedroom, which is particularly beneficial for parents when it comes to bedtime!



When designing a bedroom for your child, it is important to not only look at what your child might want in terms of the design of the room but also what you want in terms of enhancing practicality and safety. This will help you to create a bedroom that you will be happy for your child to use as well as one that your child will be happy to spend time in.



Some of the key qualities to inspire bedroom design ideas



There are various key qualities that can help to inspire you when it comes to creating the perfect bedroom environment for your child. Some of the main ones to look at include:



l Creating a bedroom that is fun: While you may like elegance and style in your bedroom, your child is likely to be looking for a fun environment to be in. Therefore, make sure you consider things such as your kids’ interests such as football or princess themes so that you can incorporate these into the design. You can invest in themed curtain and duvet covers, light shades and even wallpaper in order to make your child’s room more exciting for them. Place a couple of bean bags around to add a more fun look as well as to provide somewhere to sit if they have friends around.


l Making the bedroom comfortable: While comfort levels are unlikely to be at the forefront of your child’s mind when it comes to designing a bedroom, it is something that is vital to ensure that they get a good night’s sleep – something that is important for all children. Make sure that you choose the right bed for your child in terms of size and quality. You may even want to opt for a bunk bed in order to add practicality and fun to the room, particularly if you have children that share a room or a child that has friends over regularly. There is plenty of choice from retailers such as Bedstar so finding the perfect bed should be no problem.


l Consider safety: Safety is a very important consideration when it comes to kids’ bedroom, as the last thing you want is accidents and injuries arising. Make sure that any electrical sockets in the room are covered. Also provide proper storage facilities for your child such as a toy box or drawers so there is less chance of your child tripping over thing that have been strewn across the room. Check that furniture in the room is sturdy and of good quality, as this can also help to avoid injuries.


Taking all of these things into consideration when it comes to inspiration for your child’s bedroom means that you can create something that is fun, safe, practical and comfortable.

This post was written by Rachel Collins.

Saturday, 24 January 2015

Wall Create Canvas Review & Giveaway



At this time of year I start to look through the hundreds of photographs I took of my children over the Christmas period and begin to plan how I will display these beautiful moments throughout the house, if I'm honest I often get to next Christmas without following through with these ideas! This year however the lovely folks at Wall Create offered to send me an image of my choice on canvas.

If you're a regular reader, you will know that the festive period in our house did not go very smoothly, however the photograph I chose is a lovely moment between my two children that brings back memories of the happy times that we did manage to get.

The canvas arrived within a week of ordering and was very well packaged. The frame looks really sturdy and the canvas and print itself is of brilliant quality. The image has been wrapped around the frame which creates a very professional and seemless effect. Despite being blown up to a large size the quality is superb and the colours are vibrant and true from the turquoise of my daughter's Frugi dress to the silver and red baubles on the Christmas tree.



Although the wooden frame secures the canvas really well it is surprisingly lightweight and I was easily able to mount it on the wall with a simple picture hook. It sits well and makes a perfect focal point in the room opposite our bay windows.

Wall Create offers great value for money with prices starting from just £14.97 to print a photo of your choice and UK postage from £3.97. If you are not confident in uploading your pictures to their site they even offer you the option of emailing or posting in the picture you wold like to have printed.

I love how this picture captures my attention everytime I walk in to the room. To me it tells a story about the day it was taken and it actually makes me proud about how much my photography skills have improved in the last few years since I started blogging, picking up tips and invested in my trusty Nikon camera.


We love our canvas and I'm thrilled to offer one of my lovey readers the chance to win a 40cm x 30cm personalised canvas of their choice. To enter simply answer the question in the rafflecopter widget below, if you want a better chance of winning follow the instructions to qualify for extra entries!

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Competition closes 12.00am 20th February 2015. There is one prize of a 40cm x 30cm personalised canvas with image of winners choice. We e're sent a 51 x 51 canvas print for the purpose of review, all opinions are my own.

Friday, 7 June 2013

Win a pair of tickets to The Northern Home Show!



If you’re interested in inspirational design ideas, renovation tips, energy saving solutions and the latest products and services for the home then look no further! Visit The Northern Home Show, the North West’s only dedicated home show, in Manchester at EventCity, next to the Trafford Centre, from 14 to 16 June 2013!
The Northern Home Show is for everyone interested in making the most of their home. The Show offers a one-stop-shopping opportunity covering all aspects of home improvement, renovation, self-build, interiors, energy efficiency and gardens. With 1,000s of products and services, 36 free seminars and workshops as well as the unique opportunity to get advice from the Experts this really is a must-visit event.
The Show offers....
  • FREE parking
  • FREE seminars
  • FREE goody bag
  • FREE DIY workshops
  • FREE show catalogue
  • Kids Can Do It Workshops
  • Thousands of innovative products
  • Ask An Architect for FREE help and advice
  • Ask An Interior Designer or A Landscape Architect
  • Ask A Chartered Architectural Technologist for FREE advice
Tickets are just £8 for adults and under 16's are Free! You can buy tickets on the link below...


We also have a pair of tickets to giveaway to one lucky reader! Just follow the rafflecopter instructions below to enter...


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