You could go about decorating a nursery for your twins just as you would for a single baby, but why not have some fun with it? Twins are unique and special, so why not make their room reflect that? The following suggestions are intended as jumping off points to get you thinking creatively about design ideas for your twin nursery. Use them as inspiration to create something truly special for the double blessing headed your way.
Note that you could actually save a considerable amount of money by coming up with unique design ideas. If you are decorating on a tight budget, some of these suggestions could be just what you need to hear!
Ditch Pink & Blue
Pink and blue color schemes are completely cliché and you would do well to think of more original color patterns for your nursery, especially if you are decorating for boy/girl twins. Consider bright primary colors such as sunny yellow and elegant red with splashes of bright, bold blue.
Nurseries don’t have to feel juvenile or be decorated with Disney or Looney Tunes characters. They can be peaceful, clean and serene. They can feel cozy and elegant. Rooms with this feel and color variations are easier to transition into a room for older children as well.
Two Rooms in One
Consider playing with two different colors, one essentially representing a different child. You can do this by splitting the colors on different sides of the room with a few decorative items that blend the colors together, or you can have two walls painted each color with all decorations blending them into one cohesive room. Rooms decorated in this manner usually have a very modern feel and can give more individuality to each twin as they grow.
Get Dirty!
True creativity often requires a bit of dirt and grime. Think of ways to put your family’s unique stamp of love on your twin’s nursery. Older siblings can finger paint on plain light switch covers. Parents or other family members can paint and write special messages on canvas to hang on the wall. Pick one area of the room and have each family member put their hand and/or footprints on the wall, adding prints for the twins when they come home.
You could even have a mural painted on one wall and add in your own special touches or handprints!
Don’t Think in Twos
Buying two of everything for a twin nursery is completely unnecessary. You will likely not need two rocking chairs or changing tables and many families get by with one crib for the first few months or so. All of that furniture will clutter up the room and make it less peaceful to enter, and it is simply a waste of money.
You may need some extra storage space for diapers, clothing, and other supplies, but sticking with less furniture will free up the budget and space for more decorative items that add value and comfort to the room.
It is important when decorating for twins to start as early as possible. Twins are usually born earlier than single babies, which cuts down on the time you will have to complete your plans. Plus, the further you get with the pregnancy the more time you will need to rest and you may not be able to move around as comfortably.
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