My baby isn’t a baby now, and he needed a more grown-up corner in his room to encourage independent play and reading. In about 30 minutes, I created the perfect cozy corner that will grow with him for the next couple of years.
Supplies: 2 shelves, 1 beanbag ottoman, 1 oversize pillow, 2 custom paintings, 1 overhead reading light (ikea is a great for these), other wall art (the name road is vinyl and from ebay, which we put up when we moved in)
To Do: Create custom artwork with your child. Luc and I stamped animals cookie cutters with various paint colors on white canvas backings. Hang shelves at a height of 36-38″ for easy access. Hang custom artwork at eye level for the child. Place chair, pillow, etc. in the corner. Plug light fixture into outlet and hang from ceiling with a hook. Have your child add his or her favorite books and toys to the shelves, using stuffed animals as bookends. Enjoy!
We continue to feel very blessed about our location. We walk to the train, library, park, and even have a bike trail that takes us to Dairy Queen. Here is Luc enjoying his birthday treat in late June.
