Making Our House A Home (even though it’s a rental)–Follow my journey in turning our house into a home. You can read other posts in this series here.
I just found this cute night stand at a local discount store. It’s the perfect height and I love the cottage feel of it.
Here is a view of the current state of this side of the master bedroom. (Click here to see the before photo–scroll to the middle of the post.) I’m still looking for a bed skirt and window treatment. I may take one reader’s suggestion of hanging twin sheets as curtains.
I was also able to update the “studio” section of my bedroom. This is where I do my art journaling and other crafty projects.
I found the green cushion for the chair for $5.00, and I moved one of my inspiration boards to the door to break up all that white space.
So, I am really happy with the way things turned out in the master bedroom. Thanks for following along with me. 🙂
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A nice idea for a window treatment for your room is going to ur nearest JoAnns or any store that sales fabric & buy an 86″-90″ (depending on height & width of window) fabric of ur choice (chiffon,silk,satin etc.) then get a nice curtain rod, a round one instead of the typical flat with some kind of decor. @ the end of the rod & get the hooks (set of 2)that u hang the rods with that have the round crystal glass ball or whatever ur taste is & take ur fabric & fold it like u would a paper fan and hang it on the rod so that each end hang straight down on each side of the window to to the window sill or to the floor & let the middle of it from corner to corner of the rod hang down like a COW NECK SHIRT (that’s where the fan like folding of the fabric comes in.) it looks elegant & expensive. & you will spend less than $20. They also have the single panels @ walmart & most anywhere u find curtains & u can use one long single panel to make a beautiful window treatment!
Thanks for the idea Lisa!
When we bought our king size bed and then had to buy sheets, blankets, and a comforter, I also put off buying a bedskirt. I ended up buying a twin sheet set (in a coordinating color and on clearance) and since the box springs are twins, it worked wonderfully! Just put the fitted sheet over one boxspring and the flat sheet over the other one, and viola! You also get a bonus pillowcase, which is helpful when adding decorative pillows. Sheet sets also come in more vibrant color than bedskirts and are easier to match to an already purchased comforter.
Thanks for the idea Stephanie. 🙂
that’s similar to what I did, I bought two cheap twin size fitted sheets (who knew u can buy them separately now?! you can buy the cheapest – I did, I think $7.99 ea) and viola.
I have enjoyed reading this series and I like how your redone bedroom looks brighter and happier! I have one suggestion for the window above your bed. We have made several cornices to use above our sliding door, and the windows in our living room. We also rent a house. They are easy to make and you can use whatever fabric you desire. Just a thought.
Thanks for the idea Christy. Does that require woodworking skills?
No, I wouldn’t say it takes skill. Just measuring, sawing and using screws to make the wood frame. Staple batting around the frame then staple your fabric over the batting. If you need a picture of one to give you an idea let me know!
I’m really enjoying your updates and this series. We just moved into our house last year in May and it’s our first home to own. It’s a small town house with only 2 bedrooms and everything (and I do mean EVERYTHING) is beige. Walls, carpet, tile, kitchen countertops…EVERYTHING! So my goal this year is to start adding color and decorations. I’m not good at decorating AT ALL but seeing your posts and looking on pinterest has helped give me some simple and very doable options. I’ve never really focused on making my room a haven either and I want to do that this year. I will be doing simple and frugal things to update our house and make it more cheerful! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
That was exactly my hope Stephanie–to encourage women that they can do simple and frugal things to improve their living space. I think decorating is more about finding things you like, rather than meeting some “official” standard. I hope you find some fun and beautiful items for your home!
Everything is coming together beautifully. Love, Love, Love the nightstand.
Thanks Cindy–me too. 🙂
I also love the “cottage-y” feel of the room. You have really made it inviting! Also, looks like you have made good use of space. I’m inspired to make some changes in our master bedroom…which always seems to be relegated to last place in the realm of decorating.
We live in a very small house with six people, so I have to be very intentional about how I use the space. 🙂
I love the wall color and all the accessories. Your room looks awesome!
Thanks Amber!
I am trying to update our office so that all of the bookcases match and look more…put together? I will be painting both bookcases black, hanging a nice shelf and making a table skirt for the table we use as a desk. I am super excited because I either have everything I need or I can buy it cheap!
That sounds great Megan! I do think that having matching bookshelves helps to make your room look better. That’s a great idea to paint them instead of buying new ones.