Designing a child's room with the five senses

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    Friday is for doing On Tuesday, we dreamed of a room to feel and imagine. Today, here are some practical ideas to create a space that speaks to the eyes, the hands — and the heart. Sight: setting the visual tone Choose 2 or 3 main colors and repeat them across the room (walls, textiles, prints). Play with scale: one large frame + two smaller ones create rhythm. Use lighting well: a soft lamp can completely change the vibe. Bonus tip : hang a garland or mobile to create a strong visual anchor.   Touch: textures that invite the hand Choose natural textures: cotton, wool, wood. Layer materials: a shaggy rug, a knitted cushion, a sheer curtain. Add tactile objects your child can interact with (a treasure box, felt figures, soft fabrics…). Bonus tip : create a small “sensory corner” with a few materials to explore.   Smell: subtle, not scented Hang a small dried branch (like eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary). Place a dried orange slice in a keepsake box. ...
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What Frame Sizes Work Best — Room by Room

 Friday is for doing



What Frame Sizes for What Wall? A Gentle Guide to Getting It Right


    Choosing art is exciting.
    Hanging it... a little less.
    “Is this too small? Too big? Will it feel lost on the wall?”
    Don’t worry — there’s a way to feel confident about it (even without a laser level).

 The golden rule: Let your wall guide you.

A frame isn’t just about what it holds — it’s also about how it lives in the space around it.
Here are some gentle guidelines that help you find the right size for the right spot:
 

Small frames (5×7" / 8×8")

    Perfect for shelves, desks, above a nightstand, or as part of a gallery wall

    Use in groups (2 or 3) or to balance other objects (a lamp, a vase)

    Tip: Avoid hanging a small frame all alone on a large wall — it might feel “lost”


Medium frames (8×10" / 11×14" / 12×16")

    Ideal for single-frame moments: over a changing table, a child’s bed, or next to a door

    Balanced size: large enough to stand alone, small enough to fit in tight spots

    Combine two together vertically or staggered for a modern look


Large frames (16×20" / 18×24" / 20×28")

    These set the tone. They create focus.

    Best for central spaces: above a crib, dresser, or play area

    They can also anchor a gallery wall (surround with smaller frames)

    Large doesn’t mean overwhelming — it means intentional.
 

A visual trick: The ⅔ rule

Want to hang a frame above furniture (like a bed or dresser)?
Try this simple rule:
 Your frame (or group of frames) should take up about ⅔ of the width of the furniture below.
It keeps everything feeling grounded and balanced.


 A low-tech test that works:

Before drilling anything:

    Cut rectangles out of kraft paper in the size of your frames

    Tape them to the wall with painter’s tape

    Live with them for a day — adjust if needed!

Your eyes (and your child’s!) will tell you what feels right.

 

 One last thought

There’s no single “right size.”
There’s just what makes your space feel cozy, alive, and personal.

    Start with the feeling you want in the room.
    If you’re still searching for that spark — you might just find it in my collections.
    Then let the frames follow.

 Was this helpful or inspiring?
Leave me a little note below — or share this with a friend who’s dreaming up a nursery of their own.

 

Malowanka

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