Decorating a Native American Bedroom

A Native American theme is a great choice when decorating a bedroom for girls or boys. It is not trendy like television characters or something boys and girls are likely to get tired of in a matter of months or even weeks. It is a subject that can grow with the child, even into adulthood. Use these easy bedroom decorating ideas in a Native American theme, and turn it into a relaxing space with indigenous flair.

Decorating the Bedroom Walls in a Neutral Hue

When looking for bedroom decorating ideas with a distinctive Native American theme, begin with the walls. Opt for neutral bedroom walls such as rich tan or natural leather. This will create the perfect background for Native American wall décor. Brighter colors such as terracotta, sky blue, and evergreen can be incorporated into the bedroom with accent pieces, embellishments made with trade beads and seed beads, and colorful bedding accessories.

Totem Pole Decorating for Kids

A Native American decorating theme for a boy’s or girl’s bedroom presents many opportunities for crafting. Instead of buying all of the bedroom décor from a store, have the kids help. Create a colorful totem pole that can extend from the bedroom floor to the ceiling using cardboard oatmeal canisters. It will take a while to save enough for a Native American totem pole, but if friends and relatives help save containers, you will have enough before you know it.

Have the kids cover the canisters with brown construction paper, and decorate each section with colorful Native American masks, faces, animals, and accents. The canisters can be designed to look like real wood with the help of faux wood-grained peel and stick shelf liner. In any case, a handmade totem pole will lend color and appeal to the Native American theme of the bedroom.

Use a Bow and Arrow to Create a Native American Focal Point

When looking for creative ways of decorating a bedroom in a Native American theme, use a bow and arrow to create a focal point on a bare bedroom wall. Choose a basic wooden recurve bow or a longbow and an arrow embellished with realistic looking faux feathers. This is a better decorating option to wall hangings from a home décor store. A real bow will add more interest and appeal to the bedroom decorating theme.

Decorating the Bed in a Blanket with Traditional Motifs

An expensive bedspread with a Native American theme is not necessary when decorating a bedroom. Instead, consider decorating the bed with a basic trade blanket embellished with traditional motifs or bold stripes. These blankets are exceptionally warm, and they can be found online and come in many different colors and Native American styles.

Where to Find Native American Bedroom Decorating Accessories

Look for bedding and other Native American decorating accessories for the bedroom at rendezvous, festivals and other gatherings where items are for sale. Actual items used in traditional Native American life are far better than anything available in home décor stores. You will find beadwork, leather goods, and much, much more.