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How to Decorate With Polka Dots for Kids

Decorating your kids' rooms, bathrooms or playroom can be an activity you do together. Polka dots are a great choice because of their versatility in color, size and pattern. No matter what style or color preference your kids have, you will be able to find polka-dot décor they will love. Include your children in the decorating process by bringing them with you to pick out various items in the polka-dot theme.

Things You'll Need

  • Polka-dot stencils
  • Paint
  • Accessories
  • Rugs
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Instructions

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      Choose a color scheme for the polka-dot room. You may use subtle pastels for a nursery to promote relaxation or bright, bold polka dots for a teen's room. Use just one color of polka dots or several different ones to contrast the style of the room.

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      Choose a style of polka-dot decor based on your child's personal tastes. This includes how many polka-dots will be in the bedroom, what size they will be and how you will display them. For instance, you can have a colorful kid's room using polka dots on the bed, floors and walls. You can also incorporate the polka-dot theme into other themes such as a classic red, blue and yellow room with not only dots, but stripes and shapes as well.

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      Decorate the walls with polka dots by displaying wall decals or wall hangings in the polka-dot theme. These come in a variety of colors and sizes. To do the dots yourself for a custom look, purchase stencils and paint to create a polka-dot wall according to your preferences.

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      Choose a polka-dot bedding set that coordinates with the color and style of the room. You may find a comforter covered in multi-colored dots or that has the polka dots in a specific pattern, such as arranged to make a heart or a star.

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      Continue with the polka-dot themed room by choosing area rugs that have polka-dots following the room's color scheme. To avoid overdoing it, choose one rug with polka dots and one or two other rugs with solid colors that match the room.

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      Decorate the kids' bathroom in polka dots with counter accessories, bath towels, shower curtains, rugs and other items.