I love interior design. I watch the HGTV channel.http://www.hgtv.com/ My fave shows are “Design on a Dime” Divine Design” and “Color Splash.” I love it! Why? Because there are just some things that require a creative eye. Having said creative eye, I love to see what’s up, what’s coming up and what a DIY type can do themselves! Because that’s way more fun (and inexpensive) than hiring someone to do it for you.
Today’s inspiration is: Wall Decals
“What, you mean, like stickers?” you say…”Yep!” I reply.
It sounds strange, but the wall decal is taking over not just kids and dorm rooms, some can actually class up your place or bring your personality to the forefront of a previously lackluster room. And for those of us apartment dwellers where painting just isn’t allowed, they’re totally removable–Joy!
Let’s start in the bedroom, shall we? I’m picturing a classy/sassy/shabby/chic teen. What better way for her to claim her space than a custom initial decal? http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18044827

Or a twenty-something guy/gal who’s a little offbeat and funky…especially for small spaces, a faux window would do quite nicely! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18553949

How about a classy faux headboard? I love it! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vt_related_1&listing_id=18768901

More personalized: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18825767

Or if you prefer nightmares… http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18297221

I prefer something more natural yet whimsical: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18548920
How about Kids rooms:
Cute polka dots: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16737385

Rocket ships! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18424224

A friendly tree: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18321254
The possibilities are endless and fun!!!
But let us move into the dining and living rooms.
Tiny dining room? Love to entertain anyway? How about a chandelier?
Black: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18407163

White: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18437994

Living room more of an entertainment room? No worries!
Love movies?
James Bond: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vt_related_1&listing_id=18768819

Bruce Lee: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18474230

My Favorite (If I ever have a rumpus/game room, I will have this):
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18699164

Have a space that just can’t be filled with furniture but looks weird?
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17803566

Lovely!
Can’t have pets? You don’t have to feed these:
Birds: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17714747

Cats: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18557831

Or for something completely different, a frame: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18204413

Some people believe that an empty frame will ward off evil spirits…when it’s that cute it’s worth a shot!
More zen: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18351654

Into Music? http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18566244

Mod? http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18810292

Perhaps you’d prefer the look of plants or nature, but not all of the fuss and mess they can bring?
Trees & Leaves: Leaves: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18669696

Barren tree: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18344546

Cherry Blossom: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18488530

Colorful: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18761763

Bamboo: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17252509

Grasses: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18706592

Floral: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18687771

I just love this as an answer to the age old “what to decorate the stairway with” problem:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18467831

This is too cute: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vt_related_1&listing_id=16044584

Class up an otherwise un-classy space: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18712113

Home office: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vt_related_1&listing_id=18775879

Are you inspired yet? I am! I can’t wait for the new bedroom furniture to arrive! I’m ready to dive into decorating NOW!
I know all of these came from etsy.com, but you can also find wall décor like this at your local Michael’s craft store and even IKEA (and possibly Home Depot and Lowe’s…I haven’t checked). They greatly range in price (just on this page from $11-$200!), but you don’t have to pay a lot for what you get. Just have fun with it and let your personality and creativity run free!
Have you tried this decorating style at your place? Send me pics!!! Share your experience or suggestions, I’d love to hear ‘em! =0)