How to decorate a bedroom with salmon carpets?

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lilmisspun

My parents just bought a new house and my bedroom isn't an actual bedroom, it was the previous owner's office. Therefore, there isn't a closet or anything. Its a fairly large room, somewhere upwards of 200 sq feet. However, the carpets are this nasty salmon color and there are also these ugly counters that we can't take out.. I've attached a little collage of pictures of the room. The wall shelves are being taken out, and half of the counters were able to be taken out (the ones on the back wall as well as the one closest to the bottom left corner in the top left photo). Also, before I move in the wall that looks unfinished will be completed..

Things I definitely need in the room:
- 2 wardrobes (already have them, they're a light espresso color)
- bed ( haven't purchased the bed frame yet)
- desk (light wood finish)
-small, 4' high book shelf (light wood finish)
- small flat screen tv (currently have that on my bookshelf, but I'm not sure if that will work with the size of my new room)

I have a black la-z-boy recliner that I MIGHT put in the room, and plan on buying another desk (a vanity style), etc.. I am on a budget as I am 19, and I prefer the look of darker wood finish.. I want the room to be like a small studio apartment, with as many separate areas as possible (studying, sleeping, beauty area, etc) since I have the space to do so.

Any ideas on how to make this room a little less ugly? I was thinking maybe add cabinet doors to the counter, and maybe get some cream colored fabric to cover the counter tops with? I'm open to any idea though (they cannot be painted, and I also cannot paint the walls a color other than white)


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Wow, what a space !
First you need a ceiling.Add some pot lights and remove those florescent lights.
Remove the shelves and trash them or use them else where.

A larger bed would fit in the space. You can put it next to the window.You can use a woven headboard :http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Abaca-Weave-Headboard/7213500/product.html
The walls can be painted a grey.
Try mostly white and navy blue bedding .http://luxury-linens-4-less.com/436-1366-large/3pc-hotel-framed-navy-blue-and-white-bedding-duvet-cover-set.jpg
http://www.home-decorating-co.com/lacoste-concordia-blue-bedding.html
http://www.home-decorating-co.com/north-home-fantasy-bedding.html
http://www.home-decorating-co.com/echo-african-sun-bedding.html
Put your desk and study area at the end of the room away from your bed.
In the middle you can have a table with your tv and some sift chairs .

my school will be staging a musical for february 2013. Preferably a musical that will appeal to lots of people?

AlphonzoA

I am the president of our theater guild and I actually don't like the two options mentioned above. i was thinking about something people could relate to; like: Bye Bye Birdie. nothing with complicated sets but lots of fun songs and energy. Please help me.

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Grease is so overdone. I suggest you do something more recent and fresh. Not to mention it requires a lot of set (you need to built some type of car!) Here are some ideas for you that are fun, but don't require that much set:

9 to 5- The rights to this show just came out. Its based of of the Dolly Parton movie and a lot of her songs are in this show so its something modern that people would really love to hear. It does require an office set and a bedroom set, but just get a couple of desks and a bed and your good to go! Here's the website for licensing: http://www.mtishows.com/show_detail.asp?showid=000385

Shrek- The rights to this JUST came out. People have been waiting forever to do this show because its just so much fun! It does require some set like castles and things, but its shrek so it can be fun and creative and it doesn't require that much set. Though you will need some crazy costumes! Here's the website for licensing http://www.mtishows.com/show_detail.asp?showid=000372

Seussical- I've been in this show twice and its so much fun! Its a great one to do at a school and its a real crowd pleaser. Its based off of the books of Doctor Seuss such as The Cat in the Hat and Horton Hears a Who. It is so much fun and really doesn't require that much set. We did it at our High School with a very limited budget. Here is the website for licencing: http://www.mtishows.com/show_detail.asp?showid=000229

Footloose- Again another show I have been in. It is so much fun and it features crowd pleasers such as Footloose, Lets hear it for the boy, and Holding out for a hero. It is such a great show! And it really doesn't require that much set. Here is where you can licence it from: http://www.rnh.com/show/38/Footloose

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat- I adore this show it has one of the best scores to sing and dance to. It is just so much fun to be in. it pretty much requires no set at all. Its a great one to be in and it really features the ensemble. It does have a lot of male parts, but if your musical is made up of mostly women (like most high schools are) you can just change the brothers to sisters. Here is where you can licence it: http://www.rnh.com/show/57/Joseph-and-the-Amazing-Technicolor-Dreamcoat

I think Bye Bye Birdie is a great choice as well! I was in that show and it was a blast.Here is where you can licence it from: http://www.tams-witmark.com/musicals/byebirdie.html

Hope this helps! :)

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Ideas on how to turn a basement into a little place for kids?

boys bedroom sets with desk image

supermommy

I was thinking on creating different spaces for them. A kitchen/dining room, living room, office, and possibly a bedroom area. I was thinking of dividing the "rooms" with king size sheets, hung in a neat manner. Our basement isn't finished or anything (drywall/paint, etc) but is in good enough shape to have a little fun with it. I don't know if I am allowed to paint or put anything on the floor (except carpet...not tacked down) And ideas, thoughts, tips? It doesn't have to be perfect....my little ones are just happy to have a place to play. Budget is small~creativity is limitless. THANKS!

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A table or old desk for a craft area. Then hang baskets or an old shoe organizer to put craft materials in:glue, paint, brushes, crayons, markers, scissors, glitter, stickers,etc.

Old file cabinet painted a funky color to hold materails like paper and finished projects. you can also hang a clothes line for them to clip paintings on to dry and to display finished works of art!

Maybe in one area, you could put a bunch of thick blankets and floor pillows down for a cozy pallet/nest to nap on.

Not sure how old your kids are or if they are boys/girls, but you could have an area with books, and puzzles, another make believe area with dress up stuff and "props" (umbrella, old high heels, old halloween wigs, feather boa, purses)... I loved to play "kitchen" when I was littel. If they have a play kitchen then when you run out of food, save the boxes/jars/containers for them to play "kitchen" with. Any old plastic dishes you don't use anymore... or if they don't have a kitchen, 2 chairs and table will work! A big box or set of shelves can hold the "food".


Lots of mirrors since I doubt the basement has many windows...Let the kids create the art and frame it in an old frame and decorate with those! You can even create with them and hang your work on the wall too!

How to set up teen guys bedroom?

Nicnac

There's 2 teenage boys who will be sharing a bedroom. They are cousins. They are both freshman in high school(they will be sophomores next school year). We were wondering what are some possibilities to paint their room and what comforters and blankets and sheets they night like and what type of other things they might like in their room and everything.
They are both athletic(one boy likes soccer, track and field and baseball and the other boy likes running, skiing, and track and field)
I don't really know what their other interests are.

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I have to tell you that most young men are not too particular about their rooms. If it was me, I would keep the room mostly masculine looking and not much clutter to it.
Try starting with two twin or double beds (depending on room) and matching headboards. I would go with either a micro suede or faux leather for young men in a neutral colour. I would go with maybe a black headboard with taupe comforter and white sheets. Maybe add a black throw and some cushions in dark red or burgandy (leather would be good). The walls would be a light taupe colour and maybe one important framed picture above each boy's bed. I would choose a picture of the sport they enjoy playing, maybe an important athlete to them. You may want to incorporate a desk for each boy if you have the room. Maybe even wall mounted light fixtures so each of them can have their own light to work in bed or read. Also, keep the window treatments simple, maybe horizontal blinds or roman blinds. And don't forget to add some storage somewhere in the room. Under the bed can be utilized for this as well.
Good luck with it.
Connie Beland / Owner
Wall Huggers

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How to keep a quite environment for study?

boys bedroom sets with desk image

mother0857

If I find my house too noisy with many distractions coming from my families and siblings, what can I do?
I really need to study but I find it is really hard to read when people are bing-bang downstairs.
Please give me some information from the web.

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To Grils:
A study space is critical to a girl's ability to study effectively. Students need a neat and organized place to study. After all, if you can't concentrate, you certainly can't expect to learn very well. Here are a few steps on how to create a study space for high school girls.

Step1Evaluate your study habits. Some students study with noise in the background such as the radio or the television. Some study lying down. Others study for long periods of time and others need study breaks. Use this evaluation to determine what type of study space you will need.
Step2Claim a space. Your bedroom maybe the best place to study. If you need a place without interruptions, maybe claim the attic, the basement, the garage or a room completely away from the other rooms.
Step3Set up the study area. It is important that you set up a desk and chair in a way that won't put stress on your back, neck or wrists. Good lighting is also essential. The use of overhead lights is great, but it is also smart to get a good desk lamp.
Step4Make your study area your area. Hang a bulletin board or white board on one of the walls to write down notes, messages and to-do lists. Store stationary supplies such as pens, pencils, erasers, sharpeners, highlighters, blank paper and notebooks in decorated containers.
Step5Add shelving to hold books and other school supplies. Magazine boxes are great to hold file folders with finished schoolwork and tests.
Step6Establish a study schedule and stick to it. Successful students study effectively by creating a study schedule that best fits around their extra curricular activities and life.

For Boys:
doing good in school is one of the most important things for most people i spent alot of time trying to do my best in school and when i was in sisth grade i developed a tudy schedlue and a way that worked for me to study and do well in school

1first you need to have something to study whether its math social or just every thing so you can be prepared if you happen to have a pop quiz the next day
Step2take everything thing you need with you (paper pencils pens textbooks) to the quiet space you have chosen to study
Step3look over all the information that you may or need to know for the test read it all because teachers may say things won't be on the test but they lie and it is
Step4write it all out in your word on paper so if it said somthing like fractions are part of a number but not a hole nomber and you could think of somthing that makes more sence to you write it all down and then you have somthing to study with the next day

What will I need for my new house?

Me and my newly married wife have bought our first house and we have no clue what we need to buy! Please provide exquisite details for each of the following rooms:
Kitchen
Dining Room
Living Room
Office
Master Bedroom
Thanks for everyone who answers!!! If this helps, I live in the USA.

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kitchen: Pots pans, solid serving spoon, slotted serving spoon and spatula. Mixing bowls,Knife set, silverware, fridge, oven, microwave, dishwasher, table and chairs, salt, pepper, sugar, flour, baking powder, baking soda, groceries in general, dish rags and towels, don't forget the dish detergent. Potholders. baking pans and casserole dishes, reynolds wrap. saran wrap, ziplock bags, pam, trash can, garbage bags, broom and dust pan, a good mop and bucket or swiffer set and cleaning agents. Plaque that says "home is where the heart is":) food processor and blender, mixer set.

Dining room: Another facy table and chairs, buffet and hutch, china cabinet, great set of china to accompany that, mirror for the wall, table linens pretty chandelier, decor to suit.

Living room: Counch, loveseat, maybe a lazy boy, Fancy television or regular television and entertainmnet center, ceiling fan, blinds and window coverings, lamps, dvd player and stereo system, one picture of grandma framed on the wall:) decor to taste

Office: desk and bookshelf combo, comfy office chair, things to go on bookshelf, computer and monitor, printer, printer paper, stapler, paper clips, staples, pens, pencils, erasers, one of those paperweights that have the two balls that knock back and forth. Decor to taste.

Master bedroom: King size bed, bedroom suit, Chair and footstool, Comforter and linens, armoir, curtains, fluffy marriot style pillows, no tv because you have entertainment for that room by using imagination:)

You did not mention the bathroom so may I suggest not overlooking the toilet paper:) I am glad you live in the USA but toilet paper is universal and is always the last thing to be remembered on the list of things needed. Also, one comfy toilet seat:)

And papertowels for kitchen and a pot scrubber. Also, a trash can and bags.

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