Easy Kid Room Decorating Projects

It's amazing what you can do with a second set of bed sheets!

If you're looking for some fun and easy kid room decorating projects consider purchasing a matching or contrasting set of bed sheets and making a duvet (or comforter) cover, a bed sheet curtain or curtains out of a pillowcase.

Following are some simple how-to projects made from bedsheets.

Duvet cover

One of the most cost effective ways to decorate your child's bed and make it extra comfy is to purchase extra sheets and make a duvet cover to envelope her existing comforter or duvet .

Directions:

*Purchase two flat sheets (the same or in a coordinating color or print).

*Seam the sheets on three sides.

*Add snaps on the fourth side.

*Slip the comforter inside and voila, your child’s bed has a fresh new look.

Bed Sheet Curtains

Making a curtain out of an extra bed sheet is just as easy as making a duvet cover.

Directions:

*Purchase one flat sheet and one curtain rod.

*Hem one end to length.

*Make a pocket hem at the top.

*Insert the curtain rod through the pocket hem.

*Install above window.

*Tie back the curtain on one side.

Pillowcase curtains

For a neat curtain idea consider turning decorative pillow cases into nifty swing curtains.

Directions:

*Start with two matching pillowcases and two swing-arm curtain rods.

*Measure window carefully.

*If you’re using printed pillowcases insert a layer of drapery lining to help block the pattern from showing through.

*Sew a pocket hem at the closed end.

*Leave an inch of fabric above the hem for a ruffle.

*Sew or hot glue a decorative trim the hemline near the open end.

*Feed the rods through the curtains.

*Install rods.