DIY Juvenile Dopamine Boost: A Happy Bedroom Makeover
- Eleanor
- Jun 28
- 3 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
Are you looking to infuse your child’s space with joy, energy, and personality? Welcome to the Dopamine Decor movement—where color and creativity take center stage! Today, I’m sharing a playful and practical approach to decorating a kid’s bedroom using cheerful hues, layered patterns, and a dash of whimsy from my newest Spoonflower collection: Silly Tree Frogs Collection - Pink & Periwinkle.
Whether you're transforming a nursery, a tween bedroom, or just want to uplift a guest space, this DIY is designed to make hearts smile.
Step 1: Start with Sunshine Walls
We begin by creating a bright, optimistic backdrop with Benjamin Moore’s 325 Wildflowers, a soft and spirited yellow (see the swatches below). This hue feels like morning sunlight—warm, clean, and never overwhelming. For crisp contrast, paint the trim in Simply White. Already, the space feels fresh and lively!
Step 2: Feature a Fun Accent Wall
Add personality with a peel-and-stick wallpaper on one wall. I used my large Silly Tree Frogs Wallpaper in a vivid periwinkle and pink color palette. It features hand-drawn tree frogs in shades of eucalyptus pink, white and yellow, on a hand-drawn checkerboard background. It’s playful, a little quirky, and absolutely perfect for sparking imagination. Plus, it's renter-friendly and easy to update as tastes evolve.
Alternatively, you can use a striped wallpaper, such as Basic Stripes (2" Stripes) - Eucalyptus Pink, Basic Stripes (2" Stripes) - Periwinkle Blue or Basic Stripes (3" Stripes) - Pale Yellow & White.
Explore the wallpaper here on Spoonflower under my Silly Tree Frogs Collection - Pink & Periwinkle.
Step 3: Add Striped Bedding for Energy
For bedding, I chose sheets in my Eucalyptus Pink and Periwinkle Candy Cane Stripe pattern, here.
I love stripes. They are timeless but full of motion—and the paler colors tie back beautifully to the accent wall. The combination feels coordinated but not too matchy-matchy.
You can find this stripe design on sheets, duvet covers, curtains, or even custom fabric if you prefer to sew your own.
Step 4: Mix in Pops of Color & Pattern
No dopamine room is complete without a few fun surprises! Mix in coordinating fabrics for curtains, throw pillows, a throw blanket, lampshades—or even a fabric-covered headboard. I designed several small-scale patterns in the same palette for exactly this reason: dots, ginghams, and abstract prints that layer effortlessly.
See the full collection of coordinating fabrics and decor items in the Juvenile Dopamine Boost sub-board on Pinterest.
Step 5: Add Some Art
To me, art is essential to any room. In certain rooms of my home, the walls are so covered with art, you can hardly see the wall paint. You can find a color-coordinating art print in my Zazzle shop. It features the same tree frogs from my wallpaper, telling jokes.
Why Dopamine Decor Works
Designing with joy in mind helps nurture creativity and positivity—especially in children. By combining energetic colors with familiar shapes (like stripes and dots), you can create a space that’s both soothing and stimulating. The key is balance: a cheerful wall, grounded bedding, and just the right amount of pattern play.
Shop the Look
All fabrics, wallpapers, and home decor items featured here are available through my Spoonflower shop, The Blue Snowdrop. Visit my shop to explore color-rich collections and discover the perfect finishing touch for your home.
Pin it for Later!
Save this guide to Pinterest and tag me when you give your room a joyful refresh—I’d love to see your dopamine decor in action! 🌸🐸
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