Designing a Budget Friendly Nursery for Your Little One

Decorating a nursery can be exciting and vexing at the same time. While you try to decorate a beautiful space for the baby, all that free advice pouring in can make it a tiring process. It is easy to go to town, trying to set up the perfect space for your baby with the range of options out there. But, did you know that babies develop their own preference only by the age of 3? So why not wait till then to do it up?

While you wait, you can always decorate your little one’s nursery in a chic yet budget-friendly way. Here are a few tips to help you set up your baby’s nursery without burning a hole in your pocket.

Before you get to the decorating part, here are a few essentials that ought to find a place in the nursery. While the crib is usually kept in the parents’ room in most Indian homes, a low day-bed should be set up for naps. A comfortable armchair with good back support is essential for feeding. Set up easy-to-reach storage for toys and other essentials that can be tidied away easily. For a sturdy dresser or some shelving, you can look up for some second-hand furniture. You can re-purpose them with some paint and you’ll be set.

A bright and colourful rug can instantly lift up your baby’s nursery and add cheerful vibes. Don’t forget, we live in a temperate to hot climate almost through the year. Get a traditional jamakkalam / dhurrie, jute rug or even a pul paai (kora grass mat) in vibrant colours to brighten up the setup. These are super easy to clean and can be rolled up and stored away conveniently.

A bright colour can effortlessly lift up any dull space. Painting the nursery is an inexpensive way to spruce up the room. You can use chalkboard paint on one wall to give your baby all the space to scribble and play on, as she grows up. You don’t need to go for expensive wallpapers to create an accent wall. Use wall decals, which are easily available off the internet, to add a bit of whimsy and focus to the wall. Stencils are another great option as they can be easily customised to match your baby’s favourites.

Storage and accessorising are not always mutually exclusive. Set up a unit which can double up as a storage for your baby’s stuff and display those cute knick-knacks on the top. Add some musical toys and soft toys for your baby to play with. Decorate a wall in the room with some artwork and pieces to brighten up space. Put up some soft and bright lights in the nursery. Make sure you stay clear of harsh lights as they tend to be strong on the eyes. Complete the look with some breezy linen curtains to let all the fresh air and sunlight peek in.