It’s hard to believe it was almost than 5 years ago that we shared the details about making over the nursery closet. We found that making some very simple changes and implementing some unique closet organization ideas made SUCH a difference! *this post contains affiliate links* Here’s a breakdown on what we did: Paint everything white! (WHY would you paint a closet a dark color?!) Rip the ... [ Read More ]
Budget Nursery Reveal! {DIY Changing Table, Tissue Paper Mobile, Closet Shelving, Bedding, etc!} FOR UNDER $400!!!!
Doing up the girl's nursery DIY style has been not only gratifying, but also saved us some big bucks! Here are some final pictures... and at the bottom of this post, I've given a breakdown of the cost of each item and it's source.The truth is, we started with the mustard walls... and had NO idea where we would go from there. I'm not one of those people that dreams up a full mood-board in my head ... [ Read More ]
Nursery: The Final Chapter
Oh my, here comes another long post for all you patient types. For the impatient types, you'll get the point just by scrolling through the pictures like I know that you do anyway.We had a huge blank wall behind the changing table that laid barren for far too long. I picked up some wrought iron shelf brackets at Hobby Lobby for 50% off (which, Nick will tell you... were super fun to install). I ... [ Read More ]
Nursery Closet {Organizational Ideas!}
*UPDATE!* ...see the nursery in all it's finished glory HERE!!! We've been working away at the nursery, and were LOVING the fresh unique color palate and all the sentimental and DIY items we've incorporated into the room thus far! The nursery closet was NOT a priority when it came to planning a nursery design/color scheme. But there came a time when I realized that this just wouldn't do. First ... [ Read More ]
Nursery: Shelving
So I pull up to the "Nick's Handyman Drive-thru" and roll down my window."Thank you for choosing Nick's, what can I build for you today?""Yes hi! Ummmm... I'd like to order two floating shelves 2'x4.5"x2", and a rack to hold books in the same length, and ahhhh, I'll finish that off with a little coat rack with hooks that I'll supply.""Is that all?""Yes, for today. You know I'll be back ... [ Read More ]
Nursery: Changing Table {Paint using a Projector!}
*UPDATE!* Click here to see the final nursery reveal!!! Annnnd, we're back to the nursery: I literally spent about 3 months vigilantly seeking craigslist for a perfect dresser for the nursery changing table. We had such great success with finding the crib and rocking chair that I thought it would be easier than this. My expectations were even relatively low. Here's the mandatory ... [ Read More ]
Nursery: Tissue Paper Mobile (and tutorial!)
UPDATE! Check out the final nursery reveal HERE! I try to stay away from all things trendy, but the tissue paper mobiles sucked me in. I love how fluffy and airy they are, you have unlimited color combo options, and it's one more thing that I can make with my hands for my precious girls!! HOWCUTEISTHIS? I die. So I know you're getting all anxious for the tutorial, so let's get started! I hope ... [ Read More ]
Nursery: Bumper Pad
Don't lie, I know you've been losing sleep over the painfully slow progress in the nursery. So let's get on with this bumper pad! We wanted the fabric to coordinate with the crib skirt obviously, but didn't want exactly the same fabric. And since I'm a sucker for paisley anything, I immediately fell in love with this delicate, feminine paisley eyelet fabric.We stuck with the same concept of ... [ Read More ]
Nursery: Crib Skirt
So mi madre came down to the homestead for a little crafternoon. We got our craft on by throwing together a crib skirt for my little princesses! When buying fabric, I really thought I was getting a good deal... with my selections being on sale and all, not to mention the 40% off coupon I had. But fabric will still remain the most expensive element in the nursery. But you know? I'm ok with that. I ... [ Read More ]
Nursery: The Crib
From the very beginning, I knew for sure I wanted a Jenny Lind crib for the babes. I just love the detail. After being very patient, we finally found this crib on craigslist (for $40!!!)... how perfect?!Beings that it was built in 1985, we were thorough in our investigation regarding safety regulations... knowing we may have to perform some modifications. But it turns out that this baby meets all ... [ Read More ]