Hello Kitty is a character created by Sanrio in 1974. Since then, her sweet charm has captured the hearts of children and enchanted adults. According to Sanrio, she does not have a mouth because "Hello Kitty speaks from her heart." Because she is a commercial character with a simple theme, it is easy to find items with her image in order to recreate her world.
A Simple Framework
Start by creating a palate of soft pink and white in your bedroom. Existing furniture can be repainted white. Drawer pulls and doorknobs can be replaced with simple, rounded hardware and painted white or pink to reflect Hello Kitty's world. It may not be practical to replace the carpet, but you can add a soft rug. Choose either plain or lacy curtains in white, pink, or pastel green. Use decals or stencils to add some simple flowers and add flower shaped throw pillows to the bed.
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When it comes time to add actual Hello Kitty licensed merchandise, keep your budget and your square footage firmly in mind. Sanrio makes enough Hello Kitty products to cover a house from top to bottom, much less an ordinary sized bedroom. A few things like a Hello Kitty lamp and curtains will make a great start. Products can be found at Sanrio stores, but also at thrift stores and yard sales. Let friends and relatives know that you are looking for Hello Kitty items and you may be surprised at how many Hello Kitty fans you already know.
Fun and Functional
Hello Kitty products can be used for functional purposes as well. Add a hamper and waste basket with Hello Kitty's happy face. Decorate your desk Kitty school supplies from low-tech (pencils) to high-tech (computer mice). Take the stress out of homework by using Hello Kitty paper with Hello Kitty pens stored in a Hello Kitty folder. It is up to you to decide how far to extend your Hello Kitty theme.
And Friends...
Hello Kitty has many friends including ChocoCat, Badtz-Maru, Deery-Lou, My Melody, and Cinnamoroll. Check out some of these characters to provide a little variety to your Hello Kitty bedroom. ChocoCat is described on the Sanrio website as being a bit forgetful, but always up on the latest news. Badtz-Maru is a mischievous penguin and Deery-Lou is just a sweet little deer who loves chasing butterflies. Each of these friends of Hello Kitty has friends of their own such as ChocoCat's friends "the duckies" and Badtz-Maru's alligator Pochi. Adding these friends to your Hello Kitty bedroom will give it long-lasting interest.
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