Nestof3 Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 We've been busy this winter renovating our bedroom. I cannot convey to you how desperately in need the room was of sprucing up. We even had lived for months with part of the carpet torn up because of water damage. It was just one of those rooms you locked when company came by. So, my husband made a beadboard headboard: http://ournestof3.blogspot.com/2011/02/beadboard-headboard-my-husband-made.html We both made a lampshade and turned it into a swag lamp: http://ournestof3.blogspot.com/2011/02/swag-lamp-and-shade-we-made.html I made valances (I only sew on cards, so this was sort of a big deal for me) http://ournestof3.blogspot.com/2011/02/sneak-peek-curtains.html I made this butterfly punch framed collage: http://ournestof3.blogspot.com/2011/02/martha-stewart-butterfly-punch-collage.html He put laminate flooring down: http://ournestof3.blogspot.com/2011/01/bedroom-makeover.html And here are the almost final photos: http://ournestof3.blogspot.com/2011/02/sharing-final-room-photos.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom4him Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Great Job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JZMom Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Wow! That looks phenomenal! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 It's just beautiful! Good job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 That looks so nice! Thank you for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Nice job! It looks AMAZING! Now, I'm going to need the directions for that headboard. That looks so nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 What a wonderful space, it looks lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary in VA Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Beautiful! I love it!! The white and yellow with some grey looks so clean, fresh and cheery. Wonderful job! Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 It looks so cute. We aren't doing a bedroom remodel but I am updating from our 90's furniture:tongue_smilier: I have painted my walls and my DH is making me a bed frame. Its the farmhouse bed on http://ana-white.com/2010/01/plans-how-to-modify-farmhouse-bed-to_09.html I just refurbished my grandmothers old cedar chest and I have found some bedside tables. I love the room its really similar to what I am trying to do with our bedroom. I like the whole cottage farmhouse look. Good Job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Oh, wow, Dawn, you guys did an awesome job. I really love it. It fits in well, too, with the cottagey feel of your house. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rootsnwings Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 you guys did a wonderful job! Congrats on the "new" room! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8circles Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Looks really nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2bdeutmeyer Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Absolutely amazing!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nukeswife Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 It looks AWESOME! I can't wait until dh and I can settle down permanently and do things like that. I love the headboard. On a side note I love your new avatar picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinF Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 I love it! Where did you find your bedding? I am looking for bedding with either gray and yellow or gray and pink/red. I love the butterfly punch art too. I may steal that idea from you. We have a butterfly print that is a focal point in our bedroom but I need some smaller artwork to go beside it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Amazing job! It looks so light, airy and cozy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 I love your butterfly picture!!! gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Too cool. I love the butterflies too. Where did you get the punch?? My dds might just love something like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plucky Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Wow! You guys are so talented! I am really impressed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plucky Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 BTW, have you considered being a decorator when your kids fly the coop? You could get paid for that kind of talent. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Great job! It's so fresh feeling. Clean and springy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paradisebound Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Great job! This is what we need to be doing next winter, thanks for the ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kim.4dogs Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 I love it! I especially love the beadboard headboard. I might have to try that sometime soon. We have never had a headboard and yours is so nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyP Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 It's beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Wow!!! You definitely have a designer's eye - the room is beautiful!!!! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 (edited) Ok, that's a good excuse for not being here :) What a great job you've done! Rosie Edited February 16, 2011 by Rosie_0801 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted February 17, 2011 Author Share Posted February 17, 2011 Thank you so very much everyone for your kind words. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted February 17, 2011 Author Share Posted February 17, 2011 Nice job! It looks AMAZING! Now, I'm going to need the directions for that headboard. That looks so nice! We just bought a sheet of beadboard paneling, and my husband framed it, added a little ledge and moulding. I can get dimensions for you. I love it! Where did you find your bedding? I am looking for bedding with either gray and yellow or gray and pink/red. I love the butterfly punch art too. I may steal that idea from you. We have a butterfly print that is a focal point in our bedroom but I need some smaller artwork to go beside it. Target DwellStudio Mandala http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/187-1928947-7501812?asin=B002W8MAX8&AFID=Froogle_df&LNM=|B002W8MAX8&CPNG=&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=B002W8MAX8&ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001 Sheets are also from Target Too cool. I love the butterflies too. Where did you get the punch?? My dds might just love something like that. http://www.amazon.com/Martha-Stewart-Punch-Classic-Butterfly/dp/B002BTMVM8 You can buy it at Michaels with a coupon. :) BTW, have you considered being a decorator when your kids fly the coop? You could get paid for that kind of talent. :) Thanks so much. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted February 17, 2011 Author Share Posted February 17, 2011 I love it! I especially love the beadboard headboard. I might have to try that sometime soon. We have never had a headboard and yours is so nice! Our furniture was what my dh had from his previous wife. It was dark and, in my opinion, ugly. Nathan went through a spell of chewing on furniture when he was little, so the edges were gnawed on LOL. It's amazing how much we fit into the wardrobes. We used to have a dresser and a chest of drawers. Using the mirrored doors allowed us to still have a mirror. We purged some of our personal books, so inside the white-paneled doors we have our own books (John has the left one, I have the right one), socks, underwear, purses, lingerie and all sorts of other things. Our shoes, sweaters, shorts and hand weights are in the middle unit (which is twice as wide as the skinny ones). It's much more streamlined, which we need because we have a very small bedroom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plansrme Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Beautiful room, but I COVET YOUR GARDEN. Oh my, the hydrangeas! Hydrangeas are my favorite shrub, and I cannot grow them to save my life. Every time I buy hydrangeas (which I do not do any more, because I feel guilty), I should be arrested for Conspiracy to Commit Hydrangea Murder. I need a hydrangea intervention--someone to come hold my hand/shovel and say, "Here, you can grow this variety right here in this spot in your yard." But enough of my whining. Your room and your garden are lovely. Thank you for sharing them. Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess in the Burbs Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 it looks great Dawn! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Everything is beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 I love the total look of your room! Your colors are beautiful, too! Nicely done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyhomemaker25 Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Great job! We are starting to spruce our room up as well. For the first time in our 10 year marriage we have real bedroom furniture. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted February 17, 2011 Author Share Posted February 17, 2011 Thank you! In what state do you live? I would recommend testing the soil near your hydrangeas. Also, do you try planting in full sun? How is the water during the summer where you live? Beautiful room, but I COVET YOUR GARDEN. Oh my, the hydrangeas! Hydrangeas are my favorite shrub, and I cannot grow them to save my life. Every time I buy hydrangeas (which I do not do any more, because I feel guilty), I should be arrested for Conspiracy to Commit Hydrangea Murder. I need a hydrangea intervention--someone to come hold my hand/shovel and say, "Here, you can grow this variety right here in this spot in your yard." But enough of my whining. Your room and your garden are lovely. Thank you for sharing them. Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChemMommy Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 The headboard is beyond fabulous... I'm envious of it! How did you mount the butterflies? They look like they are not flat on the backing but suspended somehow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keptwoman Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 That's so gorgeous! Well done!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fhjmom Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Dawn, That room is gorgeous! I love the butterfly collage! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katemary63 Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Wow! Beautiful! I'm jealous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BamaTanya Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 It must feel great to know you've created something so lovely to share! And, have I told you how much I admire your hair? Gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winni Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Wow. Looks wonderful. You guys did a great job. Oh, and I love your new avatar picture. It seems like you get younger with every picture you post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 Your bedroom is gorgeous. You and your DH did a beautiful job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted February 18, 2011 Author Share Posted February 18, 2011 The headboard is beyond fabulous... I'm envious of it! How did you mount the butterflies? They look like they are not flat on the backing but suspended somehow I used these little foam squares -- the tiny ones. http://www.amazon.com/Adhesive-Foam-White-Squares-Large-Small/dp/B000XAOTVS/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1298042038&sr=1-2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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