Ideas on Decorating a Bike

Decorating a bike is a great activity to keep busy on the weekend or in the summer. Whether your child wants to take part in a decorating contest or just patrol the neighborhood on a nice set of wheels, there are several fun and exciting ways to dress a bicycle.

Favorite Sports Team

If you don't mind the decorations being permanent and irremovable, you and your child could paint the bike with the same colors as your favorite sports team. With a little extra time, it might not be a bad idea to try to paint the team logo on the bike.

Stickers

Stickers can be found almost anywhere. Being very inexpensive and easily utilized, stickers are a great idea for younger children.

Streamers

Another inexpensive and quick way to decorate a bike is applying streamers to the handlebars. One thing with streamers is you must remember to keep them short enough so they do not get caught in the spokes or wheel area.

Spray Chalk

Spray chalk is an alternative to spray paint. It adheres very well to metal but is easily washed off with water and maybe a little scrubbing.

Baskets

Mainly for girls, it is always a popular idea to connect a basket to the front of the handlebars. A basket can be easily attached to handlebars with wire. As a safety precaution, be sure the basket does not interfere with the wheel during a turn or while going straight.

References

• Baby Center
• IVillage