There were a handful of delays before I was able to get to this point... Aaaah yes, the reveal of my home getaway-within-the-home is finally here. If you need a reminder of how this room used to look, check out my past post, A Terrifying Tale of Blue Bathroom Counter tops and a Neglected Master Bedroom. It was pretty mundane and was crammed full of safety hazards. We can't afford to take too many vacations, so I was stuck here. Depressing, no? Well, I don't do depressed. It just isn't in me to wallow in my sorrows and pity myself. I decided to bring the hotel vibe into my bedroom - and yes, it turned out just as fabulous as I imagined it would be.
Before I let you in, let's recap on my goals for this room:
1) Paint some walls - Check!
2) Replace the eye illusion bathroom counter tops and give the heave ho to the sinks and faucets - Future Project, not a Fail
3) Tear out the safety hazard carpet and install some new flooring - Check!
4) Add some eye candy to my bedroom walls and extra wow factor to everything else - Check!
5) Dump the overweight (used to be cool) TV in another room. Maybe a future guest room? - Checkity Check!
Sorry, I cannot do without the ceiling fan. I have a west facing bedroom. Summers are brutal for us! |
I've divided my project into three areas. #1 is my Bed Area. No, I didn't change the actual bed. I did change (about three times) the bedding, added some fab eye candy on my nightstands, whipped up some abstract art work above the headboard and added a touch of hotel glam with the curtains.
Bedding: Ikea $40, HomeGoods $40 and Ross $12, Curtains: Ross $8 |
My nightstand vignette.
Lamp: HomeGoods $29 ea, Clock: HomeGoods: $10, Horse: Spray painted it after I brought it home from the DI for 50 cents. Notebooks: Target (because they were gray and yellow) |
Mr. Smitten's more masculine nightstand vignette.
He wouldn't let me get rid of the old clock. He calls it dependable, I call it retro. |
This picture doesn't do the room quite enough justice. |
Canvases: Walmart $7 for pack of 2 |
I liked that I applied different colors and textures and was very satisfied with my $14.00 and 2 hour investment.
I told you I was doing something with that branch! |
Glamorous with a touch of Contemporary |
Purchased these from Kohls, HomeGoods, DownEast, the DI and Scentsy |
I am loving this beveled mirror desk! The ENTIRE desk is covered with beveled mirrors!! |
My vanity vignette with plenty of space and function for my daily morning makeup routine.
My favorite jewelry present from the hubby sits within arms reach. I love my pearls! |
Since my desk doesn't boast with much storage, I opted for a simple box/basket from Ikea for all my hairstyling tools. I am also loving this Tobias chair also from Ikea.
I heart my MK purse. Its color tied in perfectly with my current color scheme. |
I'll have to let you go now. This girl is in much need of some makeup and hair makeover at her stunning new vanity!
Zero makeup!! AAaaaagghhh! |
Sorry, I have to do it again...
*Gasp*
Keep your eyes out for my next mystery project:
Jello Molds = Glam? You'll definitely have to see it to believe it!
~*Abigail*~
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Wow, what a gorgeous room! I love every single detail. Nice purse too!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes,
Natasha @ 5 Minutes Just for Me
Thanks, Natasha! This is my fave room in the house now!
Deletewow! I love the vanity area and the floors! great job abby!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Oitai!!!!! I loooooooooove the vanity area so much especially when the light is coming in through the windows.
DeleteLooooove it!!!! I need to do a master BR makeover....but it's like last on my list.
ReplyDeleteWinnie, that's because your room already looks good! No need right now. :)
DeleteThis is absolutely gorgeous! I would love to have this as my master.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm loving this master bdrm vibe! You should go for it!
DeleteWow, this looks absolutely beautiful! Very elegant and chic! Great job!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jen! I was so hoping everyone would see it that way because that's the exact look I was going for! :)
DeleteThat branch is genius! I'd love to incorporate that somehow into my house. Thank you for the inspiration! The color of the walls, too, is fabulous, as well as the "hotel curtains." Very elegant!
ReplyDeleteKirsten - that branch was randomly brought home by the hubby. :). Just make sure that you use some heavy duty anchors when hanging it. I'm glad to help out with ideas!
ReplyDeleteThis is seriously beautiful! I do feel like I just stepped in a suite. All the details are perfect and coordinate nicely. Gotta poke around your blog a little more. Visiting from Tip Junkie party. With love, My
ReplyDeleteMy, oh please do take a look around! I just started the blog a few months ago, but I've got tons of posts in the works. One room at a time, right? Don't forget to sign up as a follower if you like what you see :)
DeleteAbigail
Beautiful!! I'm not surprised that you're smitten, I would be too if this is what my room looked like :-) All the little details come together perfectly. Where did you find that amazing desk?
ReplyDeleteLori - thank you! I found that fabulous desk at Downeast in downtown Ogden, UT :)
Deletei loooove that rug, and the curtains behind the bed even tho there's no window there. that's a great and unique idea! enjoy your new space!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I purchased the rug at The Home Depot for a discount! Who would have guessed that the sold fabulous rugs?!
DeleteAbigail
I love your bedroom, it is just perfect! We have been working on ours for awhile now, I just keep changing my mind about where I want things to be! Love your style!
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Lauren D.
besweetlyinspired.blogspot.com
Hi Lauren,
DeleteIt took a really long time for me decide on how I want to feel when I walk into my bedroom. Just go with your gut and it will turn out fabulous! Thank you for your sweet comment!
Abigail
Looks comfy and cozy! Doesn't it feel great to have a bedroom that you love?!? I'm working on mine right now ;)
ReplyDeleteErin,
DeleteIt is super cozy! :). Let me know how yours turns out!
Abigail
This is beautiful! I love the colors that you picked out and the curtains on the sides of the bed really add alot! I really like your style!! I'm a new follower! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Chrissy! Thank you for signing up as a follower. I've got tons of work in the house so you'll see different styles scattered throughout the house. :). Next up: living room! It's going to be a fun makeover!
DeleteAbigail
It's beautiful! What a serene and peaceful setting.
ReplyDeleteI smiled at your husband's Terry Brooks book - my husband has that one!
Lisa @ Paintbrush & Screwdriver
Lisa - thank you! I told my husband that your husband has the same book and his response was: Smart guy.
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Abigail
I love the curtains you used behind the bed and that branch looks awesome on the wall!! Definitely hotel glam :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Megan! I used the suite we stayed at the Venetian as inspiration. I wanted to simplify the look and the budget as well with just two panels. I'm glad you like it!
DeleteAbigail
Gorgeous room! I gasped, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Katie! I absolutely love my bedroom now!
DeleteHello Smitten! Would you mind sharing the paint color? It is hard to find that exact shade, at least for me? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteEileen, I will have to get back to you on the dark brown accent color - gotta dig through my paint chips. The greige is called Chinchilla white by ICI Glidden. Looooove this color! I hope that helps!
DeleteAbigail
Abigail! Holy mack lady!!! I can't believe the transformation, your new master bedroom looks amazing! Can I come stay with you now? :)
ReplyDeleteI am really blown away by the fabulous finds from the DI and I can't believe how well everything flowed together.
Kudos!
Halsey
Halsey - you crack me up! Holy Mack - never heard that one before. Love it! Lol.
DeleteAnyhoo, thank you so much! I'm so happy with the way it turned out. I'm starting to toy around with some ideas for the guest bedroom and now I'm completely stumped on a color scheme! However that turns out, I hope I give you the same reaction ;)
Abigail
Terrific looking room! I absolutely love the rug. Newest follower.
ReplyDeleteMiss Charming,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for following! The 8x10 rug was a steal for $160 at Home Depot! :)
Abigail