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Teens spend the majority of their free time in their bedroom. It's their little getaway from the rest of the world. While you're designing your teen's dream oasis, allow him to become an even bigger part of the decorating process by putting him in charge of a few simple decorating projects.
Chalkboard Headboard
Painting over your daughter's existing headboard with chalkboard paint will give her a cool space to let out some creative steam. You'll need 100 grit sandpaper, wood primer, chalkboard paint and a headboard.
Sand down the headboard, then wipe with a damp cloth to remove dust and wood particles. Next, apply two coats of primer to headboard, allowing the primer to dry between coats. Finally, apply three coats of chalkboard paint.
Mirror Stencil
Teens are known for their ever-changing tastes in decor. Inject a bit of your teen's current style into the room by using a mirror stencil. You'll need clear contact paper, an X-Acto knife, paint and a foam roller.
Place the contact paper over your mirror in a smooth layer. Next, cut out your desired design using the X-Acto knife. Roll two layers of paint over your mirror and remove the contact paper from your mirror. The best part about this mirror stencil project is that you can easily scrape the paint off and stencil on another design.
Memo Board
Fabric memo boards are typically sold for over $100 at popular teen decor stores like PB Teen and Anthropologie. Create your own inexpensive and equally as stylish alternative by using plywood, fabric, batting, a staple gun and ribbon.
Cut the batting and fabric a few inches larger than the plywood. Center the batting on the plywood, and staple the extended edges to the back of the plywood. Repeat the same process to staple the fabric. Once the fabric is stapled, it should begin to look more like a memo board.
Lay your ribbon over the memo board in a diagonal pattern, then hold it taut. Staple to the back of the memo board.
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