NO SAD FACES ALLOWED

Welcome whimsy and forest friends as guests of honor in an inviting bedroom that is a departure from the decor in the rest of your home. Arlynn calls this room her “happy” bedroom because of its bright color palette. Follow her lead to outfit an ebullient room of your own.

Make way for bright colors to play. The neutral walls, woodwork, flooring and curtains in this room gently recede. Even the bedside table and lamps are a similar tone to the wall color.

Take design cues from a special fabric, like the small quilt shown here. The charming deer and fox textile was a handmade gift.

Add a sense of vitality with stuffed animals and throw pillows in coordinated but contrasting hues.