We're going to take a break from our Emergent/Emerging research to take a look at what we're planning on doing for our son's Christmas present.
I love the antique/vintage style and have already pursued that in other rooms of the house. Sadly, though, we have neglected Ethan's room for quite a while. I have good reason though!
Ethan has a disorder that prevents him from being able to process sensory inputs the way a normal person would be able to. He gets overwhelmed and overstimulated which causes him to basically freak out. It's really hard for him to be in rooms with a lot of people, a lot of colors (or other visuals) or a lot of noise - this is why Pre-K is so hard for him.
Anyway...it has been very challenging for us to figure out how to decorate his room in a way that won't cause him more sensory......(what's the word?)....distress. But I think we've finally got it. We're going to go with either a vintage hockey theme (this kid loves him some hockey) or we're going to go with a vintage hunting/fishing theme. Whatever we do must stick with a blue, white and light green color scheme and all wall decor should be black and white - if possible.
Yesterday I found this really awesome headboard/footboard on Craigslist for $30! Vintagey, no?
Do you guys know of any good websites that sell vintage or vintage inspired decorations for a child's room? I'm at a loss!
And I promise you...even if I have to use a disposable camera and get the pics put on a CD I will post before and after photos of his room!
Are we lame for decorating his room as his Christmas present?
3 comments:
no! i think its a wonderful idea! dont you think he will love a little place of his own!i love the hockey idea. please direct us to some sites with your inspirations.
and i was wondering if we have any news on the beloved Hippo? hope im not poking a sore spot.
Amanda, it is wonderful that you want to give your son a special, peaceful room of his own for Christmas. It is something that won't be broken in a week or that he will grow tired of. The themes you chose sound terrific for him. Bless you and your family.
I don't think it's lame at all..we've had friends who redecorate rooms for their kids as Christmas or birthday presents and the kiddos love it!
Heck, I wish someone would redecorate MY room for Christmas! ha!
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