Are you pregnant and looking for DIY inspo? Then you've come to the right place with our 7 budget DIY nursery themes.
One of the most exciting things you'll do in preparation for your baby is decorate the nursery.
But babies aren't cheap! So once you've bought the essentials like the stroller, car seat, cot and a stash of diapers, there probably won't be much money left in the pot.
That doesn't mean the nursery has to suffer.
It just means you have to be more creative and willing to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty.
But if you're not sure where to start, here's some inspo with our 7 budget DIY nursery themes.
7 budget DIY nursery themes
- Why not upstyle some old furniture in ombre, like this one?
- You could use some old wood to create a cute bookshelf.
- An easy but beautiful way to transform a nursery is by using wall art. Try thrift stores and garage sales, and even check your friends for things they might be throwing away.
- It's amazing what a colourful carpet can do to a room.
- You could make some vibrant hanging decorations and dream catchers. Pretty to look at and sensory for the baby.
- Why not use removeable wall stickers to decorate your space? Think stars, cartoon characters, or a safari theme.
- Sew a colourful beanbag using these instructions.
Nursery top tips
If you are decorating a nursery, here are some top tips to make the space work.
- Make sure everything you need is within reach of your changing table
- Avoid unnecessary clutter
- Pick a theme and stick to it
- Second-hand is good!
- Make it personal
- Less is more!
What's important
Remember, the baby won't know what the nursery looks like so don't overdo it.
Most important is that you are practical, consistent, simple and always thinking safety first.
We would suggest choosing soft, tranquil colours and sticking to adaptable decor so that you're not constantly doing expensive redesigns.