Before (my furniture hadn't arrived yet)
So I thought I'd share a little before and after of my new room! It's not completely finished, but all the main stuff is there and I'm sure I'll post an update later when I get more pictures hung, accessories figured out, etc. I also will share some daytime pics of the completed room but these should do for now :)
Before. The first thing I knew I needed to change was the paint color. Then I knew I would need new window treatments as well. Oh and yes that is a fireplace in my room! Rather strange but kind of charming. I've only used it once so far...
Before. My main closet is in the bathroom actually and that room on the right is a second little closet. Lots of storage room in here which is great. I plan on putting a curtain above the door on the right so kitty can come and go as she pleases but I won't have to stare at her little room every day.
Before
Before (still need to find a new curtain for the window on the door)
After!
With my kitty the professional model
She kills me
Also, I have 9 pillows on my bed. Seems excessive.
My little reading nook. Searching for a cute ottoman! I would love a black and white cow print one.
I like plants in rooms. Well this is in my bathroom and it's fake (plant and vase are from IKEA) but it still cheers things up!
Saw this idea on Pinterest somewhere and am definitely a fan. Use a jar to store cotton balls and place a cup inside to hold q-tips!
Model kitty strikes again
I decided to rest my mirror on my shelf instead of hang it for now. Mostly because I would need to have someone come and hang it for me and that just sounds too difficult
I love the gray color I found so much. Honestly paint makes the biggest difference in a room! And thanks to my friend Pat for helping me paint!
I will be doing something about that cord situation, don't you worry
Really the only place my desk could go
Candles everywhere
So there you have it! It feels so good to have a cozy space that I love to be in and that fits my personality. Can't wait for some final touches and most of all for friends to come and visit me!
Have a very happy day!
xoxo
Sara B
I love the gray color you chose for the walls! Definitly warmed the bedroom up and made it look super chic! Great decorating skills!
ReplyDeletei cannot believe you have that fireplace in your room! everything looks amazing! xx
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OMG, I love it! Came together very well, not to mention the space is huge! Hope you're settling in well lady :)
ReplyDeleteI am moving into a new apartment in a few weeks and this post has made me so excited to decorate! This is quite a transformation! I love the bed! The pillow make it so cozy!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful! Making a space your own is so fun, and you did it fabulously!
ReplyDeleteaww love it!!! great transformation!
ReplyDeleteWhat color of paint did you use?
ReplyDeleteI used a color called "Stormy Monday" by Benjamin Moore but they just mixed the generic Ace Hardware version for me. I need to post some daytime pics to show the color a little better but I love how it turned out! Not too dark and still pretty neutral.
ReplyDeleteYour room looks great! I like that fireplace, it's really unique.
ReplyDeletesara girl your house needs to be on design sponge! looks incredible. you did an awesome job!
ReplyDeleteLove that paint color! What is it? And I'm rather fond of your mirror/bookshelf situation, maybe just leave it resting there!
ReplyDeleteIt all came together SO nicely! I love how cozy it is - all the little touches make a huge difference. How on earth did you put all this together SO quickly. Super Woman.
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thistimeisacharm.blogspot.com
oh, i can definitely see some similarities between your and my bedroom. my walls are grey as well, i keep the mirror on an ikea chest, i display my necklaces the same way and i have a pretty similar color scheme for the bedding :)
ReplyDeletei could use a reading nook though and that fireplace is just perfect!
This looks so amazing! Nice job, you're quite the interior designer! I love that cotton ball/q tip idea. I pinned it haha. You have such a great room - so much closet space!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it! So super cute.
ReplyDeleteNicole Marie
Man you are fast!!! That looks so amazing and I totally love that gray! It is so hard to find a great gray and you my dear found a beautiful one. And I LOVE the fire place. LOVE IT.
ReplyDeleteOMG Sara , can you come decorate my room please ?? I love your decor skillz. That chimney is amazing as well.
ReplyDeletexx-Myrna
http://mybeatboutique.blogspot.com
Sara B., it is your biased mother weighing in...I LOVE IT!!! My heart is so happy seeing your cozy, charming, chic, adorable space! You did a FAB job my dear; love your model. What does she charge per hour? ;-) I will keep my eyeballs 'peeled' for a black & white cowhide ottoman...Can't wait to visit this space in person. xoxo
ReplyDeleteHi Sara! I just found your blog and I'm loving it so much! Your room looks fantastic! And a cow print ottoman would look so cute :)
ReplyDeleteNow following! Hope you have a great week!
xo, gina
anythingimaginableblog.blogspot.com
Everything looks so great! Love the kitty model!
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful space! I can't believe it is just the room, seems huge! Love the interior style tips!! Looking forward to coming back- new follower!!
ReplyDeletexo Carlina
allergictovanilla.com
lovely!! how nice to have a fireplace like that!
ReplyDeleteYour room is gorgeous!! I found you throuh fashion & faith, love your blog!
ReplyDeleteYour room is adorable! That is so cool that you have a fireplace in there, and I love the paint color you chose
ReplyDeleteLooks cozy and beautiful! I love the minty green walls and the fireplace!
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Olga
It is darling!! Do you live in a studio? My husband and I had a studio in Irvine last year and we loved it (despite the no storage situation). A lovely little update!
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