Looking to add a personal, creative touch to your child’s room? With just a few simple supplies and a dash of imagination, you can turn basic wooden furniture into magical pieces that reflect your child’s personality and style.
Here are 5 fun and family-friendly DIY decoration ideas for customizing wooden toys, hangers, and furniture - using the beautiful pieces from Duck Woodworks as your canvas.
1. Paint with Personality
Turn your wooden hangers, toy chests, or ZigZag House into a one-of-a-kind art piece with child-safe acrylic paint.
Ideas to try:
- Add your child’s name or initials.
- Paint a rainbow, stars, or animal patterns.
- Let your child choose their own colors to create a sense of ownership and pride.
Tip: Always use water-based, non-toxic paints suitable for children’s toys.
2. Add Stickers and Decals
Vinyl stickers are a fun and temporary way to dress up wooden surfaces. Whether your child is into dinosaurs, fairies, or space, you can find a set that matches their interests.
Great for:
- Decorating the back panel of a learning tower
- Creating a fun scene on a toy shelf
- Adding motivation to a coat hanger (like “Let’s go outside!”)
3. Hang Garland or Fairy Lights
Wrap soft LED fairy lights around wooden play structures like the ZigZag House to give them a cozy, magical glow at night. Or string up felt or paper garlands for a pop of color.
This works especially well if the playhouse is being used as a reading nook or hideaway fort.
4. Create a Chalkboard Panel
Turn part of your wooden furniture into a chalkboard wall by applying a safe chalkboard paint. Use it to:
- Let your child draw freely
- Keep track of daily routines
- Write kind messages or playful challenges
Our products are smooth-surfaced and perfect for these kinds of updates!
5. Add Hooks or Storage Bins
Need more organization? Add small adhesive hooks or bins to the sides of wooden towers or toy shelves. These can hold:
- Art supplies
- Hair accessories
- Dress-up items
- Kitchen utensils for pretend play
It’s a smart way to combine play and function - and it helps keep your home tidy!
Let Your Child’s Imagination Lead the Way
The beauty of wooden furniture is its timelessness and versatility. Whether you’re adding paint, stickers, lights, or accessories, these DIY projects allow your child to express their creativity and feel connected to their space.
Our furniture is designed to be adaptable, durable, and child-safe, so you can update it again and again as your child grows.
Ready to personalize your space?
Browse our eco-friendly wooden furniture and toys at duckwoodworks.com.
