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Kids Room Ideas: Awesome Hacks To Decorate On The Cheap

If you want to make your kid’s room extra special, you have to think outside the box.
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If you want to make your kid’s room extra special without spending loads of money, you have to think outside the box. Here we’ve rounded up 15 awesome DIY ideas that’ll insert a little fun into your kids’ décor and have their room standout from the rest. From toy truck bookends to chalkboard walls, there’s an idea here to suit all your kids' interests -- and your budget.

Awesome Hacks To Insert Fun In Your Kids' Décor
Gallery Wall(01 of15)
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Kids have so much artwork that it only makes sense to decorate with it. To make this gallery wall, spray paint some frames before hanging them up. Now your child can swap their art in and out of the frames whenever they feel like it. Source: The Caterpillar Years (credit:The Caterpillar Years)
Magnetic Wall(02 of15)
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Magnetic walls are great because not only are they fun and interactive, but they also give a room a unique focal point. Source: A Cup Of Jo (credit:A Cup Of Jo)
Dinosaur Frame(03 of15)
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Give your kid’s toys a second life by using them as décor. Just glue some figures on to a frame and paint over them. So cute and easy!Source: Deco Inside (credit:Deco Inside)
Felt Ball Garland(04 of15)
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This is a great piece of décor to add a pop of colour to your kid’s room. Source: DIY Candy (credit:DIY Candy)
Toy Truck Bookends(05 of15)
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We love this idea because you can customize a pair of bookends to your child’s interests. This version uses toy trucks, but you can also use other toy figures as well. Source: The Contractor Chronicles (credit:The Contractor Chronicles)
Bird’s Nest(06 of15)
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Get your kid’s stuffed toys off the floor by creating a “bird’s nest” for them. Not only is this a great way to help your kids stay organized, but it’s a super cute ornament that can be hung in any corner of the room. Source: Shady Tree Diary (credit:Shady Tree Diary )
Removable Wallpaper(07 of15)
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We bet you didn’t know you can “wallpaper” using fabric! This is a great idea because this means the wallpaper is removable. So when your kids’ tastes change as they grow, you can easily change their wallpaper designs to suit them.Source: How About Orange (credit:How About Orange)
Painted Dresser(08 of15)
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Paint the inside of your child’s dresser drawers for a fun pop of colour. Source: Apartment Therapy (credit:Apartment Therapy )
String Lights(09 of15)
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Hanging up string lights in your kid’s room is a fun and simple way to decorate. But if you want to spice up this idea, try creating some cute DIY lampshades for them using disposable plastic cups, fabric and glue. Source: DIY Crafty Projects (credit:DIY Crafty Projects)
Tutu Bed Skirt(10 of15)
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Add some fun texture to your kid's room by giving the bed a tutu skirt. This simple no-sew idea only uses tulle and beads and will definitely give the room a playful feel.Source: Handimania (credit:Handimania)
Indoor Climbing Wall(11 of15)
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If you really want to get creative with your kid’s room décor, then why not add an indoor climbing wall? We love this because it keeps kids active and it can be painted in any colour or design your kids like. Source: Growing Spaces (credit:Growing Spaces)
Comic Book Letters(12 of15)
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If you have a comic book fan in the house, this is a fun idea to personalize their room. Just grab wooden block letters from the dollar store and cover them with comic strips. The letters can spell your child’s name or even say “hero” to go with the superhero theme. Source: The Love Nerds (credit:The Love Nerds)
Animal Canvases(13 of15)
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This is another awesome way to reuse your kid’s old toys: paint them and stick them on canvas.Source: Mod Podge Rocks (credit:Mod Podge Rocks)
Chalkboard Wall(14 of15)
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The little Picasso in your family will love having a chalkboard right on his or her own bedroom wall. All you really need is chalkboard paint. If you want to personalize the space even more, try adding a wooden border.Source: Frankfully (credit:Frankfully)
Rag Rug(15 of15)
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These rag rugs are super cute and make a great craft for the kids to do themselves. All you need are strips of fabric and a non-skid rug mat. Source: Craftaholics (credit:Craftaholics )
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