She’s growing up. And fast. Time to box up the Hanna Montana or Princess Room. She wants her space to reflect her –mature and casual. As teens like to hibernate, make their rooms comfy and inviting. Wouldn't you rather have her friends hanging at your house? Here are a few tips to ease the growing pains.

• Choose a wall color that makes you both happy.
• Select a couple of accent colors to tie in with your color scheme.
• Lighting should make a statement. Try chandeliers, paper lanterns, Christmas lights etc to add personality
• Window treatments- keep simple designs like panels or valances. Embellish with monograms, buttons, or ribbons
• Try to incorporate seating. Pick up a comfy chair and ½ or chaise. Use fabric covered ottomans for storage and seating.
• Use rugs for color pops and casual feel
• Think storage… eliminate the clutter. Organize closets with storage solutions.
• Add a desk and comfortable chair for those late study nights or face book stalking. Try an upholstered chair or custom chair cover.
• Bedding selections vary according to personal taste. Does she like wild and crazy? Soft and subtle? Sophisticated? Preppy? This is her life..,reveal her distinct personality!
• Important detail…. Add photos of friends and family. Use clever ideas to display these. Fun bulletin boards, hang photos from colorful ribbons, use accents of silk flower daisies… Be creative.
• Walls… Paint large canvas with inspiring sayings. Decorate a full length mirror (you know she'll want one) by edging in polka dot ribbon (glue gun needed)

Labels: Room Makeover, teen

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