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1 Whether it is a colourful picture or a mural on the wall, invest in something bright and interesting for babies to look at while they are in their cots to encourage their imagination. 2 A good cot mattress is essential, because they will use it for around three and a half years. 3 A nursing chair. This precious time together transitions from breastfeeding into storytelling, so it’s a practical investment. ROOMS TO INSPIRE DRAGONS OF WALTON STREET REVEALS ITS TOP TIPS FOR BABY ROOMS
MissPrint’s wallpapers, available at John Lewis, have designs that are hand- illustrated by co-founder Rebecca Drury. She says: “When selecting wallpaper for a child’s bedroom, it’s important to consider the longevity of the design you’re choosing. You want to inject some colour, pattern and playful character into the room, but also don’t want something that will date instantly. Don’t forget, you can also use wallpaper for hidden extras: behind books on bookshelves, on a piece of furniture or even as drawer liners – these are all great ways of adding a little extra colour and pattern to a room.” Bright bed coverings, such as the graphic printed duvet covers from Lime Lace and folk-inspired bedspreads from Made.com, can inject a sense of fun,
while window coverings, such as primary- coloured window shutters, uplift a room. Chrissie Harper, operations manager at California Shutters, agrees that vibrant hues are ideal to create a focal point: “Painted shutters make a great alternative to a feature wall, and bold hues, such as yellow, blue, orange and pink, are ideal for making a real impact.” Meanwhile, Mark Carter, director at Shutterly Fabulous, says: “Incorporating vibrant shades into a child’s bedroom will add character and interest to the room without dominating the overall scheme. While adding to the aesthetic of the space, shutters also have practical benefits such as privacy, safety and light control.” Storage is all-important in rooms for youngsters, so invest in a variety of
Top left Regency furniture, prices vary, Dragons of Walton Street X Juliet Travers Top right Studio Ditte Airplanes duvet set, from £47.95, Lime Lace Right Tier-on-tier yellow shutters, prices vary, Shutterly Fabulous Far right Solid white shutters, prices vary, California Shutters Above Mountains Sunrise wallpaper, £72 per roll, MissPrint
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