Create an imaginative kid-friendly space with funky wall stickers
Modern wall stickers give an instant lift to your child’s playroom or nursery decor. The colourful, playful designs will fire your child’s imagination and bring a magical element to their environment. And ranging from £25 to £190, wall stickers are an affordable way to update your child’s play or sleep space.
It’s quick and easy to create your wallscape. Everything you need comes in the DIY kits. The tip for getting your wall to look good is to plan the design before you stick. Tape the stickers on to the wall, step back and admire. Have an assistant at the ready for the all important peel, glue and stick stage.
BFB’s top four selection:
1. BliKids wall stickers are a collection of striking, quirky animal designs. The pattern appeals to newborns as they are drawn to the strong contrasts of black and white, and older kids who will love the fun of the animals repeated across the wall. Blikids are self-adhesive so no glue involved and they are easy to peel off and restick if you decide to change your design. Supernice stock a huge collection of wall stickers. Available from Supernice, their showroom in East London’s Columbia Road is open at weekends. The Wee Gallery Elephant, £28.
2. Measuring plant
Not only do wall stickers look good but some have a practical element too. Keep track of your little one’s growth spurts with this gorgeous ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ style measuring plant. Climbing up the wall has never been so fun. £55. Available from www.bobokids.co.uk Tel: 020 7838 1020
3. Inke Vintage Wallpaper Wildlife
Dutch designer Inke Heiland has been creating wall paper silhouettes since 2004. The Wallpaper Wildlife was at first an idea for her son’s bedroom, but she was so pleased with the results she expanded her collection. Each silhouette is handcrafted in her workshop and made from limited edition vintage wallpaper from the 60s and 70s. Each comes in ‘do it yourself’ kits complete with instructions, glue and a brush.
Spring fever: the stunning April trees bringing are new to Inke. Trees are from 195 Euro and wildlife from 39.60 Euro. Buy online at http://www.inkeheiland.com/
4. Blikid’s Wee Gallery Fire Brigade Strike
Blik’s fire brigade strike collection of stickers is the perfect choice for your budding little fire fighter. Bound to produce some chuckles with the plump blue aruba elephants and sunflower giraffe. Have fun sticking on the flames and aiming your waterspouts. This imaginative sticker set makes total sense to kids. £55 (Main image)
