Back in September I showed you guys the DIY shiplap wall in Ellie’s new cottage bedroom and quickly fell in love with the direction for her new bedroom. Then in October I gave a little makeover to her nightstand with a cracked patina effect. Sad that it took me 3 months to get back on track but I worked hard past week to finally finish the room. Come on… let’s take a tour!
So as I mentioned before, this whole room started when I saw a plank room in a magazine and really wanted to copy it for Ellie’s new bedroom. Then the little lady requested that she wanted blue furniture. I wasn’t about to spend any money on something new so instead we transformed her old nursery set (I just love the lines of her furniture, don’t you?).
This past week I finally finished the matching 5 drawer chest and some DIY bookshelf ledges.
For her chest, Ellie’s walk in closet causes a little bump out in her bedroom so it was the perfect place to put it. And to paint the chest I used the same technique as her nightstand: cracked patina drawers, dark wax, and new oil rubbed bronze knobs. Sitting next to it is a large basket for her blankets and some hooks for her soccer medals.
Just beyond the chest next to her bedroom door are the 3 new bookshelves we built. Super easy to make (tutorial coming Wednesday) and all 3 shelves together are holding about 75 books. Since this kid is obsessed with books she wanted a place where she could easily access them… although this is probably only 1/20th of her book collection. The rest will go in the (someday) playroom.
Just below the shelves we put some clearance Hobby Lobby baskets that hold her stuffed animals. I liked the handles on them so Ellie can easily tote them around the house.
Ellie’s favorite space in her new bedroom is her walk in closet. I showed you guys this space back in November. The only minor update is the new Harry Potter printables I made.
These are her two favorite quotes that she requested to decorate her walls. We searched high and low online for a printable Ellie liked but everything was so “boyish”… in her words. So I just decided to make my own printables with a cool watercolor background. You can download them here.
OK, back to the cottage bedroom… The beds are from Joss & Main and the bedding is from Anthropologie. Unfortunately they no longer carry those quilts. Big bummer.
I purchased a curtain rod for her big double window from Ross Dress for Less for about $12 and some ruffle curtains from Amazon. I made the bunting banners myself out of scrapbook paper to bring some color from the quilts onto the walls.
Here’s a breakdown of our shopping list:
Bedding – Anthropologie (no longer in stock, but love this one)
Twin Beds – Joss & Main
Sheets – HomeGoods
Rope Handle Baskets – Hobby Lobby
Large Basket – HomeGoods
Chandelier – Lowes
Round Mirror – Hobby Lobby
Lamp – Ross Dress for Less
Furniture – Treasure Rooms in STL
Paint for Furniture – Ace Hardware
Curtains – Amazon
Curtain Rod – Ross Dress for Less
Ruffled Bed Skirt – Joss & Main
Well at least I have one room completely done in the new house!
As I mentioned in the next few posts I’ll be sharing some
tutorials on some projects from Ellie’s cottage bedroom.
Stay tuned!
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Angela says
January 25, 2016 at 9:23 amSuch a beautiful room, what little girl wouldn’t love that? I adore the colour you have used on the furniture, such a soft blue. I’m sure Ellie thinks it was worth the wait to get such a fabulous room xx
howtonestforless says
January 25, 2016 at 1:03 pmThanks Angela!
Jessica [Havok] says
January 25, 2016 at 10:17 amThis whole room is amazing! I want one for myself, ha!
Love the color of the furniture, as well as the bedspreads – so cheerful!
I’ve always wanted a basket or something or other for extra blankets and things, except the “extra” blankets have been taken over by the dogs. Though those handled baskets would be awesome, for taking them to the office and/or bedroom, as well as to toss all their strewn about toys when I need to vacuum. Will be on the lookout for handled baskets! 🙂
howtonestforless says
January 25, 2016 at 1:02 pmWe actually carried the basket down last night for movie night so we could each have a blanket! Was easy to throw them all in afterwards and just tote the basket back upstairs. Who knew it would come in handy so fast!?
Bryn says
January 25, 2016 at 12:18 pmSuch a great room. I love how it’s still so sweet but a bit grown up. Has she mentioned missing the stage?
howtonestforless says
January 25, 2016 at 1:01 pmLuckily no! She’s all into soccer now so she really wants a huge goal. Luckily we both agreed that outdoors would be best for that 😉
Jenny says
January 25, 2016 at 1:21 pmBeautiful! Abby wants to do her room soon too!
howtonestforless says
January 25, 2016 at 2:50 pmThanks Jenny! And good luck with Abby’s room!! Girl’s bedrooms are fun to design 😉
Jessica says
January 25, 2016 at 2:23 pmSuch a special room with such personality! I love the bright colors. It makes the room so cozy and inviting!
howtonestforless says
January 25, 2016 at 2:46 pmThanks Jessica!
Stacey says
January 25, 2016 at 6:50 pmAbsolutely love this! It’s look like it’s straight out of a magazine, she’s one lucky little lady. Those beds……SWOON!
howtonestforless says
January 26, 2016 at 9:22 amThanks so much Stacey!!
Anika says
January 27, 2016 at 7:25 pmLove the room! It is so cute! The lines on the nightstand I simply adorable
Tammy says
January 31, 2016 at 4:45 pmThis room is absolutely adorable!
howtonestforless says
January 31, 2016 at 8:34 pmThanks!!
Crystal says
January 31, 2016 at 8:17 pmI love everything about this room. The color palette is awesome, and I especially love the furniture. Such wonderful character! I’m sure she loves her room!
howtonestforless says
January 31, 2016 at 8:34 pmThanks so much Crystal!
Stacey says
February 1, 2016 at 7:43 amThis is so adorable! Every little touch just makes it all work perfectly. I bet your daughter loves it.
Kristi says
February 1, 2016 at 1:55 pmLOVE the color and shape of that little nighstand!! Great job on this room 🙂
Terry says
February 1, 2016 at 4:57 pmThis room definitely has the WOW factor! You have created the most soothing and cheerful space! Well done! If you are interested in joining in one more link party I would be happy to host you at Making Broken Beautiful. It is a home decor and furniture party. It runs every Thursday thru Sunday. You have a beautiful eye for style! I hope you have a great week!
Smiles!
Terry
http://thecuratorscollection.wordpress.com
Debrashoppeno5 says
February 1, 2016 at 7:48 pmWhat a wonderful makeover. This room will work for any age with a change in accessories.
[email protected] Pink Lemonade says
February 1, 2016 at 8:26 pmI love that nightstand! The whole room is beautiful! Good work!
howtonestforless says
February 2, 2016 at 8:54 amThanks Amy!
Emily says
February 1, 2016 at 10:12 pmEllie’s room looks beautiful! I love the flags above her bed, the HP quotes, those gorgeous quilts… so much goodness going on here 😉 Thanks for linking up with Merry Monday this week!
howtonestforless says
February 2, 2016 at 8:55 amThanks for hosting!!
Mary Beth|Cupcakes and Crinoline says
February 2, 2016 at 10:22 amOh my goodness! Such a pretty bedroom. I have all boys so I will live vicariously through your gorgeous girl’s room. Thanks so much for linking up at Project Inspire{d}
Melanie says
February 2, 2016 at 7:19 pmWhat a beautiful space! Any little girl would be lucky to have that for her room. Too bad I only have three little boys 🙂 I would love it if you would come link up to Friday’s Furniture Fix Link Party this week and show off those lovely beds and dressers!
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
February 3, 2016 at 11:06 amSuper cute room and one she can grow in without having to redo. I’m loving the color and shape of the nightstand. Visiting from Moonlight and Mason Jars link party.
Suzan says
February 3, 2016 at 6:41 pmOh my gosh – what a stunning bedroom – and the lines of the furniture? YES ! I DO love them !
What a beautiful job – thanks for sharing !
howtonestforless says
February 4, 2016 at 10:03 amThank you!!
Julie says
February 3, 2016 at 9:18 pmLove this room! Such a nice mix of whites and color. The plank wall adds so much character. Thank you for linking to Share Your Style!
howtonestforless says
February 4, 2016 at 10:03 amThanks for hosting Julie!
Cristina says
February 4, 2016 at 1:55 pmThis is such a gorgeous and happy room! Beautiful details all around!
howtonestforless says
February 4, 2016 at 2:58 pmThank you!!
Samantha says
February 4, 2016 at 6:49 pmOh my goodness, STUNNING! Love the plank wall, the colors, and all that awesome nightstand! Beautifully done!
howtonestforless says
February 4, 2016 at 7:27 pmThanks so much, Samantha!!
Cami says
February 4, 2016 at 9:07 pmLove love love this darling room!! Completely caught my eye at link parties and drew me right in to your style! I want to personally invite you to link up at a link party I have with a few gals. I would love the chance to feature you! It is on Thursdays at http://tidbits-cami.com – if you are interested!
Stephanie says
February 5, 2016 at 1:17 pmFirst, if I had girls I would totally decorate their room just like this, but alas I have 3 boys. Secondly, I love the watercolor prints, Harry Potter is my favorite. 🙂
Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty!
howtonestforless says
February 5, 2016 at 1:22 pmThanks so much for the kind words, and thanks for hosting!
bonbon farmhouse 40 says
February 7, 2016 at 8:11 pmThanks for sharing this beautiful room makeover at INSPIRE ME MONDAY link party. I hope to see there again this Monday. Hugs!!! http://www.farmhouse40.com
Kirsten says
February 9, 2016 at 3:53 pmLove the room!! Where did you get her desk & chair? Thx.
howtonestforless says
February 10, 2016 at 8:37 amThe desk was my husband’s as a young boy and the chair was a find from Goodwill. You can find makeovers for both on my site!
Tenneil says
February 10, 2016 at 9:05 amNewest follower! We might be decor soul sisters. Just did a plank wall, clipboards and last spring I did a very similar dresser! Of course my little girls are big girls 🙁
howtonestforless says
February 10, 2016 at 2:45 pmWell hello Soul Sister!! Welcome 😉
[email protected] says
February 11, 2016 at 12:44 pmAbsolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this makeover!! Thanks so much for linking up at the Creativity Unleashed link party last week. You were my pick for megarockstar – so come vote for yourself tonight and tell your fans to vote too!! I’ll be giving you some social media love this weekend to tip the scales! haha 🙂
howtonestforless says
February 11, 2016 at 3:35 pmThanks so much Jocie! Going to vote now 😉
Alicia | A Burst of Beautiful says
February 12, 2016 at 12:27 pmHi Erin,
This bedroom is absolutely gorgeous, you did an amazing job! I would love to feature you at our link party, Create • Share • Inspire next week if you were interested in linking up.
Alicia xo
howtonestforless says
February 12, 2016 at 3:01 pmThanks so much Alicia! I’ll see you next week 😉
Carol Lander says
February 15, 2016 at 5:21 pmWhat a precious room. Ellie is a lucky girl. The nightstand and dress are an awesome blue and love the wall. Great job.
howtonestforless says
February 15, 2016 at 6:12 pmThank you Carol!
Lorene @Remodelaholic says
May 3, 2016 at 9:41 pmHey Erin! I ADORE this room so much! I just sent you an email about being featured on Remodelaholic, but my emails sometimes get caught in spam filters so I wanted to leave a comment, too. Hopefully it comes through, but if not, drop me a line at [email protected] please. Thanks!
Jen says
September 4, 2017 at 12:22 pmBeautiful!! What color is soft blue paint on furniture please?
howtonestforless says
September 5, 2017 at 5:45 pmIt’s called Nottaway by Amy Howard. You can get it at Ace Hardware!
Eileen Franey says
October 22, 2017 at 3:38 pmI absolutely adore the room make-over! I especially loved the beds and know they were purchased at Joss&Main but I could not find them on the website. Is there a special name for the style? Also, does the bed come in Queen?
Thanks again for sharing and giving us some wonderful ideas.
Eileen
howtonestforless says
October 23, 2017 at 6:42 pmI’m sorry, but I can’t find it anywhere! I spent the last 30 minutes trying to track it down from various websites but it seems it’s sold out everywhere. I’ll let you know if I do come across it!!
Rebekah Purnel says
May 5, 2018 at 6:14 amWow!! The bedroom is so beautiful that I can’t move my eyes! What a great DIY idea! Will try to make my bedroom exactly like yours for sure. Wish me a good luck!