You can transform your classroom into an exciting learning space with fun classroom decor. The best part is you don’t need to spend a lot of money on these DIY classroom decorating ideas that will make kids smile each time they enter.
Try out one of our favorite DIY classroom decorating ideas or mix and match to create a fresh look and learning experience to start the year!
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1. Transform Filing Cabinets into Bright Spots of Color
You likely still need filing cabinets for organization, but they can look drab in a classroom environment. Transform them into bright spots of color with some art paper and Mod Podge®. Choose complementary colors or have fun with decorative papers for an explosion of color.
Read More: How to Use Mod Podge® for DIY Decor
2. Paper Pom Classroom Trees
Adding a fun paper pom tree to your classroom will offer a woodsy look and a great space for reading or relaxing. Learn how to make your own tissue paper poms and then add green ones to a paper tree trunk for the perfect addition to your classroom.
3. Mounted Board Game Storage
Board game boxes are easily crushed. Instead of storing games in boxes on a shelf, turn them into classroom décor by mounting them on the wall. You’ll save storage space and have some interesting wall art!
4. Jazz Up Bookshelves with Contact Paper
Add flair to plastic or wooden shelves with contact paper in fun colors. Choose colors that go with the rest of your classroom décor. Art tape in fun colors and designs can be added to the edges to contrast your contact paper designs.
5. Easy Chalkboard Paint Wall Border
Grab some chalkboard paint and paint a border on the classroom wall. This allows you to draw and write on the border, or let kids have fun decorating the border with their own designs and colored chalk.
6. Get Artsy with Crayons
Crayons don’t cost much and you can create artistic decor that will look great in your classroom. Hot-glue some crayons to old frames for customized, colorful frames that add to your classroom decor. Make your own wreath out of crayons of different colors.
7. Add Color with Paper Lanterns
Paper lanterns are cheap and easy to find, or you can make your own with colorful transparent paper. Use some ribbon to attach the lanterns to the ceiling and hang them.
Choose lanterns in different colors and hang them at different heights to add interest and visual appeal to the room. You can even make some fun wall art by attaching crayons to a canvas and melting them with a hairdryer.
8. Classroom Banner
Add color to your classroom with a fun banner you can personalize however you like!
Hungry for more? Find more classroom decorations to add color and fun to your classroom, including bulletin board decor and other ideas!
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