Bedroom Remodeling

7/12/2012

 

Girls Garden Retreat

I am sorry it has been so long since I have posted!  I have put remodeling on hold for the summer.  Recently I decided to start my remodeling again.  Riight now I am remodeling the girls room.  I will keep you posted on the step by step process!

Add texture to walls

To start the girls room remodeling project I decided to add texture to the walls, give the walls a tree like look.  I picked two walls acossed each other and used the cardboard roll on technique explained under the texture wall section.  The walls were originally light yellow so I rolled light pink cardboard texture over it. 

Add Accents with Paint

To give the room more of a forest/garden feel I decided to paint on a tree.  I used a dusky white and a 1 " brush to free style paint on a tree.
On the opposite wall I painted little pink squares with fun little murals.  To add some extra character I used hot pink butterfly stickers.

Add Texture to Furniture

My girls had a dresser that I loved!  It is perfect for the room except the top had water damage on the wood.  I decided to brown paper the top so I could not only safe the dresser, but also add some texture and character!  I used the same brown paper technique as I did the brown paper flooring.
To continue the theme I decided to brown paper the girls Tinkerbell table, too.  The table top and the chairs had markers all over it.  So, I unscrewed the table top and seat part of the chairs and tore off the old cover and recovered with brown paper technique.

Add Color to Brown Paper Floor

I originally planned to re-carpet the girls, but once I went to the carpet store I became completely overwhelmed.  The girls are still young and are not very easy on carpet!  So I decided to brown paper their room and try adding some color to make it unique.  So I followed the brown paper technique.  Instead of staining the paper I used pale yellow paint.  After the yellow dried I decided add a little white paint to make more of a contrast.  I put a little white paint n my hand and rubbed it across the floor so the creases would pick up the white.  Then I just added 3 layers of poly, and we have colored brown paper flooring. 

Restore a rug with a little bit of stain

The girls had a floral rug in their room that was more than just a little stained.  I really thought it matched the garden theme.  So, I decided to try to add a little stain to the white part of the run to cover the stains.  I bought purple stain from Lowes and painted the stain over the white part.  Check out this chicly cheap rug!

Girls Garden Retreat


The Sleek Master Suite

After remodeling the girls room I moved on to the master room. 

Sleek Ebony Paper Flooring

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First things first, the carpet has got to go!  I decided to brown paper the floor.  This time I decided to use ebony stain. 

Furniture Restoration

After I completed the flooring I moved onto the furniture.  I had a couple items that just needed updated it to give them a more sleek look.

Modern Media Center

My husbands job requires him to be on call a lot, which means he needs his laptop accessible at all times.  So I decised to add a media center to our room.  We had this olf cabinet that was used out in the garage for tools, so there were a few holes cut in the side.  I decided to go with it and make multiple hole on both sides of the table to make it look more contemporary.
After sand and prepping the furniture it was time for the  decorative touch.  I decided to try to make a sleek reflective surface for the top of the furniture. 
I took aluminum foil and a glue solution (1 part Elmer’s glue to 1 part  water).  Took the aluminum foil and crinkled it up. After straightening it back out i painted glue on the side and laid it on the top. I continued this process till the whole top was cover
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Then I painted the rest of the table black.  When the foil top was dry I took ebony stain and smeared it across the foil to giveit an aged look,  I then took copper spray paint and lightly sprayed it on the top and smeared it around.  And then I was done,  Check out my chicly cheap entertainment center!

Vamp the Vanity

When we moved here there was a desk left behind.  I decided to turn it into a vanity for the master room.  To give the vanity a sleek look I painted the sides and front trim black.  I used tac paper to add extra character to the top of the desk and the front of the desk drawer.  Check out my chicly cheap vanity!

Dress Up the Dresser

I found this beautiful older dresser that I knew would go perfect in this sleek new master suite.  All it needed was a few finishing touches.  I first painted the front frame around the drawers black.  Then I took some back paint and lightly painted in on the tops and sides of the dresser, and used an old rag to smear the paint around.  This gave the dresser a darker rich look.  Finally, I painted the legs black.  Check out my chicly cheap dresser!

Sleek Master Suite


Modern Room

Upstairs we have a spare room that we were restoring as a nursery because I was pregnant, but a few weeks ago I lost the baby.  So right now it definitely has a nursery feel but we will see how it ends up.

Modern Grey Paper Flooring

Once again, the carpet had to go.  I was going to carpet it so the baby had carpet to crawl on, but when I lost the baby I felt it was not as much a necessity.  We decided to brown paper the room again.  This time the stain was grey.

Accent Wall

Since we didn't know the sex of the baby we decided to do a neutral room, grey and navy.  We figured we could accent with pink if it was a girl.  I painted the top grey and the bottom navy.  To add extra character I painted vines with leaves on it.  I measured 3" and made a inch thick line.  Then I cut out a leaf stencil to use.  Every 3" up the vine I placed a leaf.  i would pencil it on the wall and then go back and paint it navy.

Glitter Ceiling

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To add even more texture and sparkle to the room I decided to add glitter to the ceiling (see texturized walls section for step by step process).

Furniture Restoration

Glider

I took the glider that I used to have in my daughters nursery and stripped it down and painted grey.  Added a layer of poly to add a little more protection.  Then I took navy material to make a pillow.  I used a grey material to make a stem similar to the one on the wall and sewed it on the front of the pillow. 

Bench

I took a old entertainment center and cut it down to just the two cabinets.  Then I sanded it down and painted it grey and white.  Then I took navy material and made a huge pillow.  I decided to tac the pillow on the top of the bench.  Check out my chicly cheap bench.

Changing Table

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This changing table used to be my girls, so not only have I had it awhile, but also it has been used by two kids.  As you can tell it has quite a bit of wear and tear.  I decided to sand it down and paint grey accents to have if match the bedroom theme.  After I painted I added a layer of poly.  Check out my chicly cheap changing table.

Crib

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I found this crib for free on craigslist.  Though very dated, I liked the overall shape of the crib.  With a little bit sanding, painting, and adding poly you have a brand new modern crib!  Check out my chicly cheap modern crib.

Chicly Cheap Modern Nursery


 
OK, so I am attemping to tackle the great outdoors.  I must say gardening and outdoor decorating is quite the challenge for me.  I decided to tackle my boring deck first.  The space is HUGE, but has little to be desired right now.
First step, paint.  I painted the wall yellow, which was VERY scary!!!  I was going to serve it as an accent wall.  I plan to use the same color at the front entry way.  Then I took wine bottle and filled them with irange accent plants and hung them on the wall with hook,  I covered the hooks with yarn.
The I added 3 door mirrors to give it more of a reflective look.  I painted the middle one to add a splash of color.
So here is the start of my deck outdoor living space.  I will keep you posted on the new developments!

Rug Restoration

I had a huge rug that was all sorts of stained.  I decided to stain the rug and use it as an outdoor rug.  I taped the rug off in 12 x 12 squares.  Then I took dark walnut stain and rolled it.  Then I took ebony stain and used a brush to dab on a little bit of black on each square.  Remove the tape and you have a chicly cheap outdoor rug.

Furniture Restoration

I found this beautiful outdoor furniture that was very worn. So I decided to take it and restore it.  With a little bit of sanding and staining you have a whole new outdoor living set!  Check out my chicly cheap outdoor furniture!

Stain with Style

My next idea I think is going to have to wait till next spring.  Thought I would share my thoughts with you.  My deck is slowly but surely coming along.  The deck still is in desperate need of restaining.  I figured since I need to stain anyway may as well add some style to it.  So every about 5th board I am going to stain black.  And make a horizontal black line every about 5 feets.  Where the two lines intersect I am going to make a diamond shape.  Keep you posted.  Probably wont do it till next spring since it is starting to get cold. 
 
I am finally done with the playoom (well all but the closets)!  CHeck it out!
 
Still trucking along on the playroom transformation.  I just finished painting the ceiling light blue.  Have all te roll on textured walls done.  I'm just now starting my last wall, the accent wall.  Tried something new....cardboard stamp walls.
Paint your base color.  I chose dark brown, the color I rolled on the other walls.
Cut a piece of carboard to the desired size.  I cut a 9.5x11 piece off a box and then ripped it in half so I got the ribbed texture on one side.  Pick your desired colors to stamp on the wall.  I chose green, light blue, and light tan.  You can either roll the color on the cardboard or use a brush to paint it on.
Press the ribbed size of the cardboard on the wall.  I decided to switch the direction of the carboard to add extra texture.  I would have the lines going horizontal and then the next one vertical.
Chicly Cheap Carboard Stamped Walls

Yarn Wall Decor

5/2/2012

 
Sorry its been awhile since I have posted, I have been busy trying to get the floor done in the playroom.  I took a break and started working on the workstation of the room.  I decided to make a sign that said CREATIVE ARTWORk with clipboard hung on the wall so that the kids could display their artwork!  Check it out!
Measure the size you want each letter to be.  Sketch the letter on the cardboard and cut it out.
Tape down the starting point of the yarn.
Keep wrapping the yarn around the letter till all cardboard is covered.  Tuck the end piece into the back of the letter.
Chicly Cheap kids workplace!!!
 
So I put the cardboard on the entry way of the playroom.  I haven't quite perfected it.  So in the mean time I decided to put the textured cardboard on the roller and paint the texture on the wall.  Adds the same textured look as the cardboard with a lot lett steps than before.  I like it so far!  Keep you posted on the progress!
 
So I continue the playroom tranformation.  The room is pretty big and overwhelming so i am focusing on one area at a time.  I am almost done with my first section...the entry way.  I have put up textured walls...painted the textured walls..painted the ceiling light blue...added detrailed paintings to the wall.  Now I have pulled up the carpet and removed tack strips.  I put down the grout color, which I decided to do blue.   Today I plan to tape it off and sponge on tan.  Should I make a welcome matt by the door....make it a little fun since it is a playroom???  Well I will keep you posted!
 
Yesterday was a bit of a mess.  I decided to paint the cardboard to give it a more uniformed look.  At first it completely scared me because the cardboard majorly bubbled up.  After it dried it flattened out a bit.  I had to staple a few parts down though.  So I decided to use the glue mixture from the brown paper wall to glue the squares on.  I'll keep you posted if that works any better.  Check out what it looks like so far.  I added a little design on it (keep in mind this is for a kids playroom).  Also, I painted the ceiling light blue.  I am now starting to paint the cement floor!  My first corner of the room is almost done. :) I'll keep you posted on the progress!
 
Ok, so the cardboard texturized walls that I am working on is in the playroom.  Since then I have had a TON of ideas on how to totally transform that room.  So join me through the step by step process as I figure out what works and what doesn't!  Today I finished hanging the first wall of cardboard so I painted the bottom trim light tan.  I ripped the carpet out of the corner I am working on because I plan to eventually paint the concrete in this room, too!  Keep you posted!

Cardboard Walls

4/14/2012

 
So it had been raining here so I haven't had a chance to paint the outdoor concrete.  So I moved onto a new project.  When I was at work I was picking up a box and tore the top flap.  It had this amazing texture.  And thats how this all started.  So I decided to cut the box and 12x12" square and pull it apart to get the texture then......I nailed it to the wall.  YES I nailed carboard to the wall.  So far looks pretty neat.  I will keep you posted on the progress.  I have this whole theme I am going to try in the kids playroom.  Keep ya posted! :)