Whether they're into animals or outer space, kids will love these playful lamp shades. These hand-me-down-worthy designs are an excellent way to bring more whimsy to a bedroom or nursery.
These kid-friendly ceiling lamps are directly fixed to the ceiling, making them take up less room in the room. They also don't produce shadows, so they provide uniform lighting to the entire room.
Playful Designs
Adding playful designs to kids lamp shades is a fun and easy way to add personality to your home without breaking the bank. Whether you choose to go with a patterned fabric shade or an ombre design, these decorative lamps make for whimsical accents in any room.
A well-designed shade can also be a fun DIY project, especially when you can make it yourself with your child’s help. Embroidery floss isn’t just for friendship bracelets; it’s also the perfect material to create trendy geometric patterns. For an even more impressive touch, use copper foil tape for a luxe look that won’t break the bank. And if you’re looking to stray from neutral colors, a colorful ombre lampshade is the real deal. It’s not a design that will last forever, but it is a stylish alternative to a plain white shade. And the best part? You can change it up as your kid grows older and develops new interests.
Bright Colors
Kids love the bright colors that stand out in their field of vision, and they are more attracted to primary colors like red, yellow and blue than light shades of pink and beige or neutral hues of gray and brown. This is because the way children's eyes are developed allows them to distinguish brighter colors better than light shades of contrasting color.
Another popular choice is a bright shade of purple or red. However, too much of these bold shades can make a room less restful for little ones, so choose these colors in moderation for feng shui rooms.
Other options include orange and yellow. These warm colors exude comfort and happiness to young kids, and they're known to encourage confidence and extroversion. These colors can also boost concentration and memory, especially in softer shades. But be wary of using too much of these colors, as they can have an agitating effect on the mind and emotions.
Sensory-Friendly Lights
Those with autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder (SPD), and other conditions often have a difficult time with light sensitivity. This can make it hard for them to focus and pay attention.
A great way to reduce these difficulties is to create a space where light and sound can be controlled. This is called a sensory room and it has been proven to be effective at helping people with neurodivergent needs.
These rooms can contain several types of calming lights. Some are interactive, meaning that they can be adjusted with a remote control to meet the specific needs of the person using it.
Others use fiber optics to create a stunning effect, such as strands or sprays that can be draped across chairs or beanbags. Or you could mount cascades of these strands to your walls for a more dramatic effect.
Another calming option for children is a bubble tube. These are usually used in a child's bedroom or sensory room and help to develop skills in object tracking, visual awareness, cause-and-effect reasoning, and social interaction.
Creative Nightlights
While a night light may not sound like much, it can be very helpful in calming children and helping them sleep. It can also help kids establish a sleep routine.
If your child has a fear of the dark, they can enjoy a colorful nightlight that features projected images or soothing music. Some models even have timers that let your child know when it's bedtime.
This battery-powered plug-in lamp is a portable option that's good for traveling. It comes with a handle for easy portability, and its soft amber light can be dimmed to three levels.
Its six white noise and nature sound options soothe infants and toddlers. The light also has a handy dusk-to-dawn sensor that automatically turns on and off according to the change in daylight, which makes it a great travel accessory.
If you're looking for a cute little night light for your baby, try this owl-shaped plug-in. It's cord free and comes in a variety of colors, so you can pick the best one for your nursery.