Wallpaper Guide - http://www.wallpaperguide.com/site/server/pages/index.asp - Mostly a collection of adult murals, but you might be able to find something for your child.

Leland's Wallpaper - http://www.lelandswallpaper.com/index.htm - They have a collection of wallpaper that when put together can look like a mural.

Internet Wallpaper Store - http://www.wallpaperstore.com/Murals.htm - A selection of over 200 murals.

MURALISTS IN YOUR AREA

If you would prefer to have a custom mural painted directly on your wall, you would be better off with a local artist. You can look for a local artist in many ways via internet.

1. Search Engines - Search engines, especially Google.com, do a search for 'muralists NJ' or whatever state you live in. You might also try searches like - 'kids murals NJ', 'Children's murals NJ', etc.

2. Yellow Pages Online - http://yellowpages.superpages.com/ - Do a search for 'murals' and enter your state name.

3. Faux Directory - http://www.fauxdirectory.com/ - A listing of Faux artists and muralists

So how are you supposed to know which muralist is right for you and your family? As with any employer, you will want to ask a lot of questions before signing any contracts.

1. Make sure you take a look at artists' portfolio. Do samples match your tastes?

2. What is price? Have you compared price to other artists?

3. How long is is going to take artist?

4. Does artist have positive testimonials from other clients?

5. Does artist provide a sketch for you before making you sign a contract?

6. What quality paint will artist be using?

7. Does artist seem to have a personality that is pleasant and matches you and your family?

Having a mural installed can help brighten up your child's youth. Make sure that you get your money's worth. Good luck!

Rachel is owner of AllKidsMurals.com - http://www.allkidsmurals.com - Custom hand-painted canvas murals that you and your child will love. Your mural can be hung like wallpaper and taken down to be saved and passed down through family.

Do you Enjoy Great Outdoors? Use Seasons!

Fall

How about raking leaves? Bag up leaves and take them with you for homeowners who don't enjoy this type work, or who can't do it themselves. Fall is also a good time to give lawns a final mowing. Mow leaves up with final grass cutting for year. The leaves are actually great nourishment.

Winter

Shovel sidewalks. Shovel paths so others can get in their cars (especially elderly). Or run errands for them while you're already out doing your errands. Wash slush and chemicals off neighbors' cars after a major snowstorm.

Spring

Weed, till soil, remove downed branches after a storm.

Summer

Your neighbors probably have swimming pools. Are you good at cleaning them? How about making sure chemicals are just right?

Remove stray leaves that end up in pool. (For safety reasons, please don't take your children with you to these pools.

Water gardens in evenings or early morning for those who don't enjoy it or can't do it. Weed their flower or veggie gardens. See what you can do for neighbors in your area while they enjoy their vacations.

Change of Seasons

Remove leaves from gutters for others. Again, there will likely be lots of downed branches to gather and remove.

Now, obviously these are very basic ideas. There are many more ideas you can come up with. Use your strengths as your starting point and see what you can dream up.