Saturday, May 15, 2010

Final Bedroom Reveal

For the past few weeks I have been showing various parts of my daughter’s bedroom makeover. I so appreciate everyone who has followed along and shared such encouraging comments. Thank you! So, without further delay, here is the room in its entirety.
Where we began
As I have mentioned before, my daughter’s room was decorated around a blue and green Laura Ashley bedding set I used when I was in college.
I made the curtains from an extra set of sheets. The dressing table was a roadside find which I panted and stenciled. You can tell from the before photos, I was very much into everything matching perfectly. I have since come to realize by mixing things up a bit, a room becomes more interesting.
Putting it all together
Although my daughter has not reached double digits, she wanted a room where she could make some of the decorating choices. We were not initially on the same page, but through compromise – she wanted pink and dogs and I wanted a space that would fit in with the rest of the house and one she would not out grow in a few years - we were able to create a room we both love. The starting point for the entire project was the curtain fabric.
I have to admit it was a real struggle to find coordinating fabric to use for the Euro shams. After many hours online, I finally found the pink zebra fabric. (I apologize for not remembering the source.) The regular shams are made from left over fabric from another project and the long pillow with the flowers I made from inexpensive suiting material.
The bedside table is topped with a piece of marble I purchased at an antiques store. I love how the gray veining picks up the other gray features in the room and adds another layer of texture to the space. (To see the story behind the marble click here.) The lamp is one of a pair which I painted and glazed.
For artwork, I created inexpensive dog silhouettes, . . .
. . . updated a bulletin board with ribbon . . .
. . . and added a simple frame around the chandelier.
The dressing table was updated with a fresh coat of paint . . .
. . . and accessorized with vintage and yard sale finds.

Unplanned Changes
One of the biggest changes in this room was the flooring. You may have noticed from the before picture, the bedroom was carpeted. Installing hardwood floors was not in the original redo plan. In fact, the room was basically finished when we decided to replace the carpeting. We were at the point where something had to be done - markers, nail polish and lotion just do not work well with white carpet.
Replacing the carpeting with wood floors meant purchasing a rug. After what seemed like endless searching for the right color and size, I finally splurged on the pink and white rug you see above – the finishing touch to the room.

So there you have it – my daughter’s room redo! It is hard to believe the entire process started over 8 months ago. Overall, I think we achieved the goals of this project. I am very pleased with the results and most importantly, so is my daughter.

Sources:Bed – Ethan Allen
Dresser – Ethan Allen
Rug – Madeline Weinrib
Dresser lamp – vintage yard sale find
Bedside lamp – repainted brass lamp
Curtain fabric – Calico Corners
Pillow fabric (gray and pink) – JoAnn Fabrics
Pillow fabric (tan velvet) – Calico Corners
White faux fur throw – Home Goods
Sunburst mirror – Wisteria
Upholstered cubes – Target
Upholstered cube slipcover fabric – fabric JoAnn Fabrics
Bulletin Board – Ballard Design
Small Shelf below bulletin board - Target

Linking up to some of my favorite parties.

70 comments:

  1. It turned out great, Stacey! I'll bet you're glad it's done, too, after 8 months! I whole-heartedly support kids having a say in the decor of their room, with, of course, the parent having veto power.

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  2. Brilliant! I love every single detail of this room! Your daughter must be on cloud nine.

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  3. It came together so nicely. I think the pink is such a fun color for a girl...hot pink..I love it. All the details are so very cool. I hope your daughter brags to all her friends how great her room is.

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  4. Just found you through Brooklyn Limestone -- love your creativity and ideas!

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  5. Oh it all looks so great! I love the fabric on the drapes and the rug is the perfect finishing touch. It's always hard to know how big of a rug in a bedroom and whether to put it under or beside the bed. But this turned out just right.

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  6. I am here from Lady Bloggers Society. I love how you redid your daughter's room and that you worked together to bring both of your styles together. I think the room looks fabulous!

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  7. I am in love with this room! The shade of pink that you chose - raspberry? - is just perfect. And the rug is stunning...brings it all together. I love it!

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  8. Love that room! I am in the process of re-doing my daughter's room as well. It has taken me over a year though! It takes time to find the fabrics and furniture while trying to keep the costs down!

    Beautiful!

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  9. OH mys weetness! You should be in a magazine!!! I love it all, especially the darling rose pillow you put on the bed too cute!
    Stop by and say hi if you are not too busy!
    Hugs,
    Olivia

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  10. This is one of the best room makeovers I have ever seen!

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  11. The room started out beautiful! So, to top that makes it even more impressive. It's a very sophisticated room. Definitely a girl's room but not too girly. I love it!

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  12. I've enjoyed seeing the snippets, but now, to see the whole thing together...What a treat! Love the color combo, and you used it to perfection. Kudos

    Love,
    Michiganhome

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  13. Looks Great! Love the rose pillow and the rug and the whole room!
    -Trish

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  14. Lovely room. I am so jealous of your hardwood floors - still cheap brown carpets for us upstairs.

    Here's to many happy years in a beautiful space!

    :) Laura

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  15. Very Beautiful! You did a great job! I Love it all!

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  16. Perfect I love everything you chose, and it will grow up with her!

    Giveaway by Beth Cosner Design is up on my site....come visit!

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  17. Lovely room! Loved the blue green color scheme, but the pink is more fresh and girly. Very inspiring! Greetings from Norway!

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  18. It looks INCREDIBLE! Well done!

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  19. Well done - it looks cozy, inviting, and unique.

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  20. You did an amazing job at creating a classy, but still young and fresh space for a girl. Kudos to you, lady!

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  21. Simply beautiful, just the right pop of color. Great job!

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  22. Ohhh - this is beautiful. I would love to live in that room. I love the color scheme and how awesome that you let your daughter have input, too.

    I love the chandi and the desk. And framing out the chandi is perfect!!
    Love it!

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  23. what a cute , whimsical original room.. Love the rug, and the long pillow with flowers. Actually the whole room and all your ideas turned out Fab! I really like it!

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  24. Your daughter's room looks great! So many wonderful details. Love that long pillow with the flowers.

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  25. it looks amazing! i love all the pops of hot pink- it is just the right amount! it looks so fresh and clean. i bet your daughter is just thrilled!! i would have been if thta had been my room!

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  26. The room turned out beautifully! Love how you mixed high end pieces like the rug (which is gorgeous) with inexpensive pieces, like the Target finds. Love the new hardwood too - always worth the investment.

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  27. What a beautiful room. Love all the colors and love that striped rug.

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  28. Oh squeal! Too pretty. Oh wow! I adore this project. What a wonderful metamorphosis.

    Please stop by and see my project. It only took 23 years to complete.

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  29. Really beautiful, I love the rose pillow!

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  30. looks like this room should be in a pottery barn catalog or something, it's truly beautiful. you have one lucky little lady :)

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  31. Simply gorgeous! I love the color combination you used. very chic. The curatins are my favorite - fabulous fabric. Job well done - this is amazing! Thanks so much for joining the Sunday Showcase. I greatly appreciate it! Hope you are enjoying your week. ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  32. Simply gorgeous! I love the color combination you used. very chic. The curatins are my favorite - fabulous fabric. Job well done - this is amazing! Thanks so much for joining the Sunday Showcase. I greatly appreciate it! Hope you are enjoying your week. ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  33. Hi Stacey! Just wanted to let you know I'll be featuring your makeover today! Stop by and grab a featured button if you like. Thanks so much for joining the Sunday Showcase! ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  34. This is just stunning! This really should be in a magazine, what a gorgeous redo!

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  35. Very pretty! I just love the colors!

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  36. Wow, just lovely! Thanks for sharing the whole thing with us here! I really like the pillow sham with the rosette on it. Lovely room!

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  37. It was definitely worth the time & effort! I like how everything coordinates well and works together, but also doesn't "match." The molding around the chandelier is a fabulous touch that really adds polish to the room. I'm sure your daughter LOVES her new space!

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  38. I love the whole room, but the curtains are fabulous and the frame around the chandelier is a fantastic idea!!! loving the dog art too.

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  39. What a sweet yet, fresh bedroom! I love the flower pillow. Awesome job!

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  40. Oh my gosh this is beautiful. I love the way it turned out!!

    If you have a chance, feel free to check out my blog! http://www.iamalongfortheride.blogspot.com

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  41. Oh my goodness, *I* want this bedroom!!! Great job! Stop on over for a visit sometime, I'm a follower!!

    Blessings,
    Cara

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  42. That is one beautiful room. It turned out great. Always a relief after you spend so much time. Great job.

    Brooke

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  43. I wish my big girl room looked like this. You really outdid yourself. I am so filing away these ideas for my baby girl's room. We are not ready for the transformation yet...but it will be here before I know it. Right now we are working on the boys transition (he's 8, almost 9).

    Just simply gorgeous! I adore that long pillow with the roses too.
    Holly

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  44. What a lucky young lady to have a room like that! You did a great job! My favorite element is the ceiling moulding! Thanks for sharing and see you next week! Rory

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  45. I have three boys (no girls), but this room is DREAMY! I actually had the same LA bedding when I was in college, too, so I can identify. :) Great job with the redesign!

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  46. oh WOW. You truly outdid yourself. How beautiful, and what a lucky little girl!

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  47. WOW! Totally Awesome! I love it! :) You did an amazing job!

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  48. I love the colors, it turned out great!

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  49. I think you did a wonderful job! It's very pretty! I love the idea of the frame around the chandelier, never would have thought to do that. take care, Maryann

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  50. Very nice, grown up bedroom! Love it!

    -heather

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  51. This so darn pretty!!!
    Following your awesome blog, come follow mine and say hi!
    Gros bisous
    Frenchy

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  52. Your daughters room came out GREAT! Love all that you did in there!
    And finally I realized WHY your picture and name look so familiar to me, I have saved one of your magazine shoots of your home forever, LOL! We are basically neighbors (I'm not a killer, promise, lol)!! We am building a new house and want it to have an "old" feel, so that was one of the reasons I saved it. I'm married to a builder and come from a family of builders so buying a 100 yr old house isn't going to happen, lol! Anyway I'm glad I figured it out because it was driving me crazy! LOL! I linked up to Feature yourself Friday's party of my kitchen. It's done, just in time to sell it! LOL :)
    Kristi

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  53. Love how the hot pink accessories pop with the neutral background. Thanks for sharing!

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  54. I could be VERY happy living in that room. Great use of color and light!

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  55. What a beautiful room! My 13 year old would love this. Thanks for the ideas and for listing the places where you found everything too.

    Best wishes,
    Natasha.

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  56. It's a darling room. I especially like the lumbar with the flowers. So perfect and girly. The rug is terrific to. She's lucky to have such a talented mom. Do hope you'll stop by if you have time. Jane

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  57. Great job, the room looks beautiful! I love all the details especially the pillows.

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  58. Great job! I love pink and grey together. The pillow with the pink rosettes is amazing!

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  59. I'm so glad you splurged on the rug ... it just finishes that room. Your daughter must be very happy.

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  60. Wow, her bedroom is just beautiful!! My girls share a room and are angling to have me re-do their bedroom soon :). Loved seeing your daughter's bedroom, everything is so amazing! Love the pink used throughout, such a fun room for a girl of any age!!

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  61. Everything turned out great! I love the understated use of pink...so mature! the rug is perfect. My favorite part of the whole room... the frame around the chandelier. I need to use that tip!!

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  62. It turned out just wonderful! I love all of the details - everything looks so great together! Thanks so much for linking it up to Be Inspired last week.

    Chelsea

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  63. All I can say is WOW! Amazing. Thanks for posting on FTF!

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  64. Love the redo! It is sooo pretty!

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  65. It's beautiful! I just love how it turned out. The pink pops without being too much - lovely!

    Have a great weekend!
    Kacey

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  66. your daughter's room turned out fabulously! i had the same laura ashley bramble bedding as a teenager. i was it wasn't so dated looking because i really did love it at the time.

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  67. Wow, I am so inspired by this room. So many things stand out to me, including the frame around the chandelier on the ceiling, adding the hardwood floors...beautiful!...and of the course the drapery panels. I adore this fabric! Great job, I can only imagine how much your daughter loves the "new" room! Janell

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  68. I just saw your comment on Janell's blog and have to come and see it. All I have to say is A.M.A.Z.I.N.G
    I would not mind at all having this room!

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  69. So pretty! Your daughter must be so thrilled.
    ~Tanya
    dans-le-townhouse.blogspot.com

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