Give your bath a wake-up call with budget-smart paint decorating.

Create a Cheery Bath

There's never a groggy morning in this sunny, daisy-splashed bath. The '70s-style flowers, dotted with the occasional ladybug, are painted on pale yellow walls.

A favorite floor rug inspired the design. To create your personal wide-awake bath, choose a favorite design from towels or other bath accessories. Then make a cardboard template of the shape, trace around the templates on the walls, and paint. It's really just that simple.

The only trick is in choosing a simple floral shape. Daisies, poppies, and tulips are good choices. Accent the flowers with simple graphic designs such as dots, squares, and swirls to pump up the modern look.

Or check local stores for stencils and stamps to make the project go even easier and faster. Check out crafts and art stores, home centers, and specialty stamping shops for designs to match your decor.