When designing a child's bedroom, one of the most important aspects to consider is lighting. Good lighting can create a warm and inviting atmosphere, while also promoting relaxation and sleep. Here are some creative ways to use lighting in a children's bedroom.

Ceiling Lights

Lampshades are an essential element in any child's bedroom, as they not only serve a practical purpose of diffusing light, but they can also add a decorative touch to the room.

Colourful lampshades can add a playful and fun touch to a child's bedroom. You can choose lampshades in bright and bold colours, such as red, blue, green, or yellow. If you want to create a cohesive look, you can match the lampshade colour with other elements in the room, such as bedding, curtains, or rugs.

Patterned lampshades can add visual interest to a child's bedroom. You can choose lampshades with patterns such as stripes, polka dots, or animal prints. If you want to create a more whimsical look, you can choose lampshades with fun and playful patterns, such as clouds, stars, or cartoon characters.

Star lanterns make a beautiful and unique alternative to traditional ceiling lights. They can add a magical touch to any child's bedroom, creating a cosy and enchanting space for your little ones to sleep and play. Use them as a lampshade over a pendant light fixture to create a whimsical and dreamy atmosphere. Make sure that the wattage of your light bulb does not exceed 40 watts - we recommend LED lamps between 1.5 – 5.5 watts.

Magical Night Lights

Night lights are a must-have for a child's bedroom. They provide a soft and soothing glow that can help children feel safe and secure. Night lights can be placed in various locations such as the bedside table, hallway, or bathroom.Photo by @outnumberedby.boys on Instagram 

Star lanterns emit a soft and soothing glow that can help children feel calm and comfortable at bedtime. Place one or two on a nightstand or dresser to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. You could light these with an existing set of LED fairy lights you may already have! For ideas how you can use fairy lights inside a star lantern continue reading here.

Space-themed bedroom

Creating a space-themed bedroom can be a fun and exciting project for both children and adults. Star lanterns can be a beautiful and unique addition to a space-themed room. 

Paper Starlights’ Night Sky lanterns are perfect for stargazers of all ages. Featuring ‘Moon and Stars’ motifs in coloured tissue paper, these lanterns bring the magic of a clear night sky to any room. These spellbinding lanterns are perfect as lampshades or to use as an ambient light. 

Create a starry sky - Use multiple star lanterns of different sizes and colours to create a magical starry sky effect on the ceiling. This can be a great way to create a themed bedroom for your child, such as a space-themed room.

Create a reading nook

A cosy corner can be a great addition to a child's bedroom, providing a comfortable and inviting space to read, relax, and play. Lighting plays an important role in creating a warm and snug atmosphere. 

String lights can add a whimsical and enchanting touch to a cosy corner. You can drape string lights along the wall or around a canopy to create a magical and dreamy effect. You can choose string lights with different shapes and colours to match the child's preferences and the overall theme of the room.

Hang a star lantern over a cosy reading nook to create a magical and inviting space for your child to read their favourite books. We recommend using a Cable and bulb set to achieve this look, as this can be powered by mains electric and can be easily switched on and off. When using a star lantern make sure that the wattage of your light bulb does not exceed 40 watts - we recommend LED lamps between 1.5 – 5.5 watts. White star lanterns with perforations allow more light to pass through, making them ideal for reading. On the other hand, colourful stars with tissue inserts produce more of an ambient glow.

Alternatively, if getting power to that area of their room is an issue, you can use a battery-operated LED bulb on a rope as a temporary lighting solution.

Illuminate a sleepover

If your child loves sleepovers, use star lanterns to create a magical sleepover space. Hang them from the ceiling or place them on the floor to create a cosy and enchanting atmosphere.

A combination of natural light, ambient lighting, task lighting, night lights, and accent lighting can create a warm and inviting space that promotes relaxation and sleep. When choosing lighting for your child's bedroom, consider their age, preferences, and activities to ensure that the lighting meets their needs.

Star lanterns can add a touch of wonder and imagination to any child's bedroom. By using them creatively, you can create a magical and enchanting space that your child will love spending time in.