Good morning folks! Today I’m super excited to share with you all my favourite toy story room ideas that’ll make your kids squeal with delight. A lot of parents think it could get hectic to create a theme based room for the children but it’s not if you know the right way to do it.
There are a lot of easy ways to create one by noticing details and adding them to the room like some furniture, toys or wall art and many more that could be a great help to create a beautiful toy story room and give the dream room to your kids.
Let’s take a look at some amazing ideas that’ll transform your kid’s room into the ultimate Toy Story paradise!
16 Playful Toy Story Room Ideas
A survey by Children’s Sleep Association found that themed beds actually help about 68% of kids settle into bedtime routines more willingly. That’s a win in any parent’s book!
Nowadays almost every kid wants to have a cartoon theme based bedroom. Just like a pokemon or doremon. And in this section we are going to discuss some 16 ultimate guides to create amazing toy story room ideas. As to how you can give their bed a theme, paste some posters or wallpaper on walls, hang curtains, add some miniatures of the character and some many more others to add and create one good bedroom for your kids.
Use Miniatures of Characters as Decor Items
Small Toy Story figurines placed around the room add charm without overwhelming the space. And kids love Jessie, Woody, and Bullseye figures on her bookshelf. Sometimes you can even find them in funny scenarios they create, like Woody riding Rex instead of Bullseye! Isn’t that’s funny to look at? It is right.
You can find affordable character sets online or at discount stores. Pro tip : glue the really special ones to wooden bases so they don’t constantly topple over when little hands get excited.
Buzz Lightyear-Themed Bed
The bed is usually the centrepiece of any bedroom, so why not make it extra special? A Buzz Lightyear spaceship bed can be the perfect launchpad for your little astronaut’s dreams. My nephew went absolutely bananas when we surprised him with one for his birthday!
You don’t need to spend a fortune either. We found a regular twin bed and added some DIY rocket boosters made from painted cardboard on the sides. The headboard got a fresh coat of green and purple paint to match Buzz’s colors. For extra pizzazz, we stuck glow-in-the-dark stars all around it that light up when it’s bedtime.
Add Theme Inspired Wallpaper as a Backdrop
Wallpaper transforms a room instantly. You can go all out with a full Toy Story mural on one accent wall or choose something more subtle like the iconic cloud pattern from Andy’s room.
When we added the blue sky and cloud wallpaper to my nephew’s room, he started calling his ceiling “the sky beyond infinity.” Kids say the darndest things, don’t they?
If permanent wallpaper feels too committed, try removable wallpaper. It’s gotten way better in recent years, trust me! I used to be terrified of wallpaper after a disastrous attempt in college that cost me my security deposit.
Hang Themed Curtains with Characters or Symbols
Curtains with Toy Story characters or symbols like the Pizza Planet rocket or the little green aliens add so much personality to a room. And guess what? They block light for nap time too! Function meets fun.
You can find curtains with the Toy Story cloud pattern and paired them with green tie-backs that remind of the little aliens. And every morning when the curtains would open your kids might say “The claw chooses who will go and who will stay!”
Toy Story Theme Duvet Set
Bedding is probably the easiest way to bring Toy Story into the room. There are tons of options from subtle to in-your-face character prints.
There are reversible duvet options also available that have one character on one side and a more subdued star pattern on the other. This could be a lifesaver during those phases when favourite characters change weekly! And you can just find these things at any online platform easily.
Paste on Character Stickers
Wall decals and stickers are budget-friendly and super easy to apply. The best part? They’re not permanent, so when your kid inevitably moves on to loving Paw Patrol or whatever’s next, you just can peel them off. And isn’t that one of the most wanting things any parent would want.
You can put a life-sized Woody decal on our kids closet door. Now getting dressed in the morning is “getting cowboy ready with Woody.” Whatever works to speed up the morning routine, am I right?
Get Theme Based Storage Units
Toy boxes with Toy Story designs or colors serve double duty. They keep the room tidy while adding to the theme. You can get a green and purple toy chest that reminds of Buzz, and painted “Andy” on the side just like in the movie.
According to studies kids are more likely to clean up when storage is themed to their interests. And you can use this as a positive thing to make your kids learn good things too.
Add Light Lamps Connected to Characters
Character lamps bring both light and personality. A Buzz Lightyear lamp with a glow feature makes an awesome night light. My nephew’s Buzz lamp has a button that makes it say “To infinity and beyond!” when pressed. And well my sister regretted this purchase at 2 AM when he discovered how to push it repeatedly, but the joy on his face makes it worth it.
It tie’s up the whole theme like just imagining a normal light in a themed bedroom. Doesn’t work right so having a lamp related to the theme is also a good idea.
Toy Story Spaceship Ceiling Light
A rocket ship ceiling light or even a Pizza Planet rocket light fixture can take the theme literally to new heights. Install a circular light with dangling stars and rockets that casts the coolest shadows on the walls at night. And make it look cool too.
Well ceiling lights are not just practical it’s a center of attraction. Whether your child dreams of exploring the galaxy or just loves Buzz Lightyear, this spaceship light brings the fun of Toy Story right overhead.
Use Character Based Rugs
A soft rug with Toy Story designs feels amazing under little feet and adds color to the floor. We chose a round rug with the iconic yellow and red Pixar ball design. It’s not overtly Toy Story but fans recognize it instantly!
My nephew pretends it’s a launching pad for his toys. Sometimes I find all his action figures arranged in a circle on it like they’re having a meeting. His imagination kills me! And a theme based bedroom can actually improve their imagination as well.
Use Star Projector as a Night Light
A star projector turns bedtime into a magical experience. We found one that projects blue and green stars on the ceiling, mimicking Buzz’s space adventures. And your child might want to call it “galaxy machine” and it could become an essential part of their bedtime routine.
The soft light is actually perfect for those final bedtime stories without being too stimulating before sleep. And there are so many options that can be used just like the one I mentioned on online stores.
Include Themed Furniture to the Room
Beyond the bed, you can add other Toy Story themed furniture pieces. A small table and chairs set painted in character colors gives kids their own special place for coloring or snacks. Or a single chair can also be a help, some little-little ottomans or just add a table and chair set.
You can just buy them or paste a wallpaper on a table and chair set by yourself, another DIY idea.
Hang Toy Story Tapestry or Posters on Walls
Posters and tapestries are classic room decor that kids love. Like just frame a vintage-style Toy Story movie poster to make them look more grown-up. I saw the one with Jessie that says “Yee-haw!” or get one that just says anything to make it look more interesting too. And as we know that kids love to repeat the things they hear or are able to read.
They are also easy to maintain and do no damage to the wall too. Like just remove this one and hang another when their love for the one character changes to another.
Create a Play Zone Containing Character Toys
Designate a corner of the room as Bonnie’s playroom or Andy’s room, complete with a toy box full of Toy Story characters. My kids have a small table where they sometimes leave notes for their toys, convinced they’ll read them while the kids are at school. The innocence just melts my heart!
Toy Story DIY Art to Add a Personal Touch
Handmade art makes any room special. Just hang any painting on wall made by your kid and add some details yourself to it.
Crafting together creates memories while personalizing the space. Some of the best conversations happen while we’re gluing and painting! It also helps your child get more creative too and encourages them to do some more.
What Color Combinations to Add in the Room
The Toy Story color palette is so fun to work with! The classic combination is Buzz’s purple and green with Woody’s yellow and red. The movies also feature lots of blue sky and white clouds.
We painted one wall sky blue and the others a soft cream color for my nephew’s room. Then we added pops of the character colors in the accessories. It keeps the room from feeling too overwhelming but still captures the Toy Story magic.
What More Details to Add to Create a Better Toy Story Room
Beyond the big elements, small touches really bring a Toy Story room together. Add an “Andy” signature somewhere special, like under a shelf or on the bottom of a toy box. Include some cowboy boots or a hat as actual functional items that double as decor.
Create a “reading rocket” corner with a small tent and battery-operated string lights where they can read their Toy Story books. It’s inspired by the Pizza Planet rocket but costs way less!
One thing I’ve learned after creating a Toy Story room? Leave some blank space. Kids need room to grow and change the theme as they develop new interests. About 70% themed and 30% neutral seems to be the sweet spot.
Conclusion
Creating toy story room ideas doesn’t have to be complicated or crazy expensive. Start with a few key elements like bedding or wall decor, then add more as time and budget allow.
What makes these rooms truly special isn’t how perfectly they match the movies, but how they spark joy and imagination in your children. Remember that just like Andy eventually outgrew his toys, your kids will someday outgrow their Toy Story phase. But the memories of their special room and the time you spent creating it together? Those will last to infinity and beyond!
Now I’d love to hear from you! Have you created a themed room for your little one? What was their reaction? Drop a comment below with your own Toy Story room ideas!
