Decorate A Bedroom For A Teenage Girl

Decorate a Bedroom for a Teenage Girl

Every teenage girl needs a space for herself, an area where she can write in her journal, hang out with her friends, and talk on the phone. Decorate her room in way that expresses her personality and individuality, through artwork, pictures, paint colors and even bedding. Inexpensive updates, such as new lamp shades, rugs and posters, can make a big difference in a room. Mix store-bought items with homemade arts and crafts to show creativity and create a private sanctuary for your teenage girl.

Instructions

1. Update your teen's room by letting her pick her favorite paint colors. If you would like to do something a little less drastic, pick out a border to go around the top of the wall; let your teen choose the design that best fits her personality. You can also stencil favorite words and phrases over neutral white or cream walls. If your teen is very artistic, allow her to paint a mural over her bedroom walls.

2. Add drama and excitement to your teen's bedroom using light fixtures. Replace worn lampshades with pretty, beaded versions for an inexpensive decor update. Hang Chinese paper lanterns from the ceiling to add a fun vibe to the room.

3. Replace your teen's bedding for an instant update. Buy a comforter and sheet set, or mix and match patterns. Stripes and polka dots are popular designs among teen girls, as are bold flower patterns. Replace a childish headboard with a sleeker, more mature one.

4. Replace furniture that your teen has outgrown with items that she can use throughout her college years and beyond. Invest in a sturdy computer desk and a comfortable, ergonomic chair. If she needs more closet space, buy a wardrobe or a chest, which she can use to store her high school memorabilia in later.