If you’re thinking about moving your tot to a big bed soon (or even from your room to her own room), a great idea to get her to be more accepting of the move is a room make-over. And it doesn’t always have to be expensive.
ALSO SEE: Moving from a cot to a big bed
We found some great budget buys for you!
Toddler beds
This will probably be one of your biggest expenses when moving your toddler to a big bed – especially if the cot you used can’t be transformed into a big bed. Before buying a toddler bed, it’s worth investigating whether the bed can be bought in a bigger size so it can grow with your child. Both the below beds can be ordered in a toddler size, single bed or ¾.
Teepee bed with base, R2 000 – R2 600
The Bella Bed, R2 900 – R3 950
Both beds are available from www.declanandleah.co.za.
Bedding
A fun duvet set is almost guaranteed to keep your toddler in his own bed for longer.
Batman Comic Duvet Cover Set, R289.99 – R429.99
Available from www.mrphome.com
Polycotton Folk Unicorn Duvet Set, R169.99 – R229.99
Available from www.mrphome.com
Embroided Sequin Unicorn Scatter Cushion, R169.99
Available from www.mrphome.com
Paw Patrol Duvet Cover Set, R289.99 – R429.99
Available from www.mrphome.com
Spiderman Shaped Cushion, R149.99
Available from www.mrphome.com
Accessories for play spaces
If you don’t have a dedicated play room in your house, chances are your toddler’s room will have to be a space where he sleeps and plays. But that doesn’t have to be a problem. You can create such a fun space to play – all you need is a couple of cute items.
Kids Sofa Dino, R695
Available from Takealot.com
Unicorn Toy Basket, R199.99
Available from www.mrphome.com
Animal Canvas Tidies Storage Boxes, R100
Available from www.geewiz.co.za
Princess Castle Tent, R750
Available from www.ikids.co.za
Teepee Tent Owl, R990
Available from www.ikids.co.za
Forest Play Mat Giraffe, R399
Available from www.ikids.co.za
Wall décor
So, you’ve given the walls a fresh coat of paint, but it looks a little bare. Brighten the room up with these wall decorations.
Starry Night Vinyl Wall Patterns, R275
Available from www.fantastick.co.za
Polka Dot Wall Stickers, R140
Available from www.mapetite.co.za
Butterfly Tree Vinyl Wall Stickers, R275
Available from www.fantastick.co.za
Pastel Star Wall Sticker Set, R400
Available from www.mapetite.co.za
Afritoons Vinyl Wall Stickers, R315
Available from www.fantastick.co.za
Cute Bugs Vinyl Wall Stickers, R315
Available from www.fantastick.co.za
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