Accentuate existing elements. "To be honest, my inspiration for this playroom isn’t anything very exciting," admits Tracy Lynn of Style On a Shoestring. "I was confined by the fact that the existing flooring had blue in it and decided to run with it and pull in the blue stripes."She explains that "the client’s home design was of a coastal vibe, so the blue in this room didn’t feel too different from the rest of the house. Still, the kids own the space without being in your face, if you know what I mean."More:DIY Secret: How to Paint Stripes RightGet in Line With Striped Bedrooms