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How To Create A Functional Playspace In A Small Room Pt I

January 2, 2018 in Lifestyle

Having a small bedroom for your kids isn’t necessarily a bad thing. There is less square footage to clean, plus it’s easier to decorate and make into a functional cozy space. However, when you have two small children sharing a small bedroom, things can be a bit more complicated. For instance, you have to minimize the amount of stuff. This can make it harder for them to have space to play, leading to toys and other items being to spread to other areas of the house.

Here are a few ways that we took our girl’s small bedroom and made it into a playspace and sleeping space that they love.

Use Vertical Space

The key to  a small room is using the vertical space. Although you do not have a lot of floor space, this is remedied by using all  available space even to the ceiling, thus making the room appear larger. When you’re dealing with a small room, think vertical. You might not have much floor space, but by using the walls right up to the ceiling, you use the space you have more efficiently while drawing the eye upwards, making the room seem larger.

Built-in shelves that extend from floor to ceiling are a great way to add storage, interest and visual space to a bedroom, but unfortunately, aren’t an option for everyone. You can create the illusion of built-ins with bookcases or shelving units that are tall enough to reach the ceiling, or hang enough separate wall shelves to fill the space. Whichever you choose, you’ll make the room look larger by painting the shelves the same color as the walls.

Choose furniture that does double-duty

We had to pick and choose the furniture wisely for the girl’s room. This meant choosing items that have more than one function. Furniture that can function in more ways than one is very useful in rooms for young kids. One of our favorite items is the MySize Table & Chairs from Delta Children.

This table is chair set is perfect for girls as it is easy for them to have lunch or snack in their bedrooms. They can also color, play games and if they want, read at the table instead of in the nook I created for them as well.

If your child has a television in their bedroom, hang it on the wall instead of placing it on a dresser or stand. Also, if he or she has a large closet, he or she can possibly do without a dresser and/or wardrobe. Stash seasonal clothing in under bed storage, and use wall-mounted shelving instead of stand-alone bookcases.

Create A Quiet Space

As much as the girls love to look at books and color, it was important that I gave them a space to unwind in.Using this Ikea Tejn Faux Sheepskin rug and two inexpensive pillows, I picked up from a local store, I was able to set up an area for the girls to chill out and relax in whenever they needed.

A small quiet space is also the perfect area to encourage your child to read. It creates an area for them to begin to practice the early skills needed to be a lifelong reader.

 

I received the Delta MySize Table in exchange for this review, however, all opinions are my own.

 

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A plumbing disaster would be worst thing that could happen when company is over; but you know Murphy’s Law; whatever can happen will happen. 
Guess what? Last week sh*t happened, and was nothing short of embarassing! Because I want to save you the same embarrassment I had, I’ve partnered with Mr. Rooter to help ensure that you don’t encounter the same embarrassing plumbing mishap I did! Here are a few DIY plumbing tips to help you during the holidays:

Toilets: Make sure the bathroom is stocked with extra TP, soap, and a candle to eliminate unwanted smells. Make sure your guest know NOT TO flush baby wipes or other items that could clog it. If it does get clogged, make sure you use a quick repetitive motion and watch for water movement to indicate everything is all clear. To clean can mix 1 cup of baking soda with 15 drops of tea tree essential pol and 15 drops of lemon essential oil. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes, scrub then flush. 
What about grease! We all joke about the coffee can under or next to the sink. Well it’s there for a reason! Make sure you always pour fats, oils and grease into a grease holder after cooling off. Likewise, never let starchy foods go down the drain, because they can turn pasty and clog it-a sink strainer should be in place to help trap food and debris. 
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I learned very early on to pay attention to their individual interests throughout the year and make a note about the types of toys excite them and which ones dont. For the last ten years I haven’t missed a beat yet. How do you Handle gift giving/receiving? Do you give people preferences or just accept whatever they buy?
Instagram post 2192167261762937315_4152450831 I love to shop, and so does my teenage daughter. As she prepares to take the SAT this weekend, I’ve noticed how “stressed” she has become, even though she denies it.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I’ve tried to tell her that I get it, you want to get into the perfect college, have the perfect career and the perfect life. There’s nothing wrong with wanting it, and even putting in the hard work to do it. But what happens if there is a set back? How can you handle it emotionally/mentally/physically? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
As much as I want her to succeed I want her to be happy and stress free. I told her looking for the right college is like shopping. Of course you’ll find the perfect one that you think fits you to a tee, but when you get in front of a mirror, something is just not quite right. You aren’t sure what, you know it looks good on paper and you, but it just doesn’t feel right. Do you continue with the purchase knowing you’re only semi happy or do you move on? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I’ve tried to let her know that it’s okay to keep your options open. Don’t put all of you eggs in one basket. And most importantly; don’t stress. The right school and program is out there waiting for you. You just have to keep shopping.
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#letthekids #instamom #pixel_kids #runwildmychild #myhonestmotherhood #motherhoodthroughig #wildandfreechildren #readtoyourkids #mumsofinstagram #mumlife #motherhoodlens #momcommunity #momentsinmotherhood #watchthemgrow #momlifeisthebestlife #moments_of_mom #justmomlife #messy_motherhood
Instagram post 2191552714630267066_4152450831 Getting my 11yo son to read has been quite a task! For him it was about finding the right books, but I wanted to expose him to a variety. So he and I made a compromise and this is where @owlcratejr came in! Each month this a themed book box for middle grades and each one so far has been something that he is in love this! This months box features parallel worlds!
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