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Decorating your nursery may seem confusing and stressful.After all, there are several decisions to make and lots of work to do before your new baby arrives on the scene.  However, the process of nursery decoration doesn’t have to be a difficult one.  Here are a few tips to help you end up with a charming, attractive nursery that's just right for your child. 

Often, no matter what color scheme you choose, you'll want to keep the walls simple.  This helps keep the room from feeling closed in, and you'll save money in the long run.Toddlers sometimes want to have their rooms decorated according to their personal tastes.  If the walls aren’t the best shape, you can use wall decals or wall stickers, which are removable, to add interest and cover up damage.These can easily and cheaply be replaced later with ones your child prefers. Alternatively, some parents choose to use childrens wallpaper on just one wall, for an interesting feature wall.

Choose curtains that are lined with blackout fabric to create a dark room for snoozing, and ensure that you choose color and pattern carefully.If you are unsure of the sex of your baby, stick to a neutral color scheme.  Even parents who do know whether they're having a boy or a girl often choose less gendered decorations, so they can use their nursery materials again for the next child.Pink is cute - unless you have a surprise son, or your baby daughter has a brother.Avoid using bold or very dark colors - pale shades are best for a nursery, particularly if it's small. 

Soft furnishings are less difficult to change around than wallpaper or paint, and make it easier to add a theme that you won't be stuck with.A simple change of blanket or curtains can create a whole new look if you keep to neutral colors on the walls and floor.Common themes that are unisex include jungles, toys, ocean scenes and wild animals.  For girls, princesses and fairies have always been popular, while boys seem to like sports and vehicles.However, every child is different, and once yours has their own likes or dislikes, it's hard to tell what will be best.That's why a nursery that's easy to change is often the best idea.

It's relatively easy to set up your nursery and end up with one that looks great.All you need to do is plan with care and pay attention to your budget.A little creativity in decorating your nursery will allow you to have reusable items, in case you're planning to have another child, and it'll help you save cash, as well.Examine your home, and exactly what you need from a nursery, before you get underway.Then price compare and plan ahead.You'll end up with a well put together, nicely decorated nursery that'll be a safe haven for your new arrival.