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Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Lisa's shabby bedroom make-over.....

Well here it is.... Lisa's bedroom.  She was very particular of what she liked and didn't like. I would go into her room with something thinking she might like it and she'd come straight back out with it! It was pretty funny really.. there were to be no roses prints only some flowers in a vase and  no doilies (except for one) and no empty frames.  I think it's turned out very light and fresh, she didn't want too much clutter..... I painted absolutely everything white apart from the bed which was already white.  It still needs a few pics above her dressing table as it looks abit too empty, so I am on the look out for some pretty frames and perhaps a fluffy chenille throw for her bed to soften the look.... but if I wait for that to happen you'll never get to see........

The bedspread I already had.  I purchased it from the USA a while ago. The cushion covers were from a garage sale. We did go shopping for a quilt cover but nothing really grabbed us, so one day I am hoping to make something for her myself.  The lace curtains are from Rachael Ashwell and I just love how they give a soft and feminine feeling to the room.

This is looking into the room from the doorway. Her room is not very big, only 3m x 3.6m. the wardrobe I purchased from a garage sale for $20. As you can see we went for a white look with just pops of pink instead of having pink in everything.

The pink silk dressing gown hanging from the wardrobe was actually mine that I had for ever and the dressing table was free! A friend of ours just gave it to us.


She still need to place photos of her friends in the little 3 sided frame.. yes I painted that too!


I only had to add new handles, maybe a bit too fancy but we liked them!



Lisa's memory board. I purchased the frame a while ago at a garage sale and we decided to keep it brass to match the chandelier and also the floor lamp base as we didn't want everything white. I think it adds a little old world charm to the room.

I used silk and lace to cover it.







Mini crystal vases make lovely jewellery holders...



The drawers from another garage sale.. $15!  The lampshade also got a make-over.



This little cabinet holds her make-up up the top and shoes down the bottom. As you can see I still haven't attached some of the handles on the door as when I was using the drill, I dropped it and broke the drill bit. I haven't given Fred the good news yet!



Well that's it... everything in her room was a garage sale/market find apart from the chandelier which I purchased at an antique shop but just had to have it and her bed from a bedding place which was a bargain as we got it for 50% off. 
Ok, now onto the next project!!!!!!!!!!!

I have joined in at  ~Show and Tell Friday~ at  Cindy's My Romantic Home Blogspot
Take care, Maryann

36 comments:

  1. Maryann that rooms amazing, you done such a good job any daughter would be proud of. I love it.

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  2. That bedroom makeover is simply HEAVENLY!! Excellent job. It is so true what they say: Another person's "junk" is another's treasure, and you have yourself some wonderful treasures in this room! Lisa must be over the moon happy with it :) I know I would be. Thank you so much for sharing all this beauty with us!

    Hope you will have a lovely and creative day!! Warmest, Brenda

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  3. MaryAnn, I LOVE IT! The chair that you did looks lovely in there....I couldn't wait to see her room when you were re-doing it. :) You are one lucky chic finding all thost garage sale deals...the armoire is to die for! :) I imagine she just loves every square inch of her new room. :)
    Hey, I wanted to let you know I am posting how to make my kitchen island today if you'd like to see!
    Great job on her room, it's really lovely.

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  4. Hi Marion,
    This is fantastic.
    I'm sure Lisa is thrilled with her Shabby looking bedroom and what princess wouldn't be.
    You can come play at my house anytime. lol
    Thank you for sharing-talented lady.
    Hugs,
    Anna

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  5. What a lovely bedroom Maryann, I really like everything you have gotten and at a great price. I'm sure your daughter is very happy with the results. I want to ask you Can you still get those lace curtains? if you can please let me know. I'm in desperate need of 2 or more panels. I bought some and need more but the store doesn't carry them anymore... in fact I can't get them anywhere here in the states. Here's hoping!!!

    Thanks Maryann*

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  6. WOW WOW WOW That looks absolutely amazing!! Not overdone and just perfect you have struck just the right balance. LOVE that dressing table you got for free!
    alicia :0)

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  7. Hi maryann, i love every single thing in your daughters bedroom!! It is so beautiful.You did such an amazing job on every detail...Kathy

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  8. oh my goodness!!!!!! off the charts crazy amazing girl!! you are rachel ashwell's twin huh??

    It looks so fabulous! Ok..one question for you....how long did it take you???

    Shellag

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  9. OMG....Lisa's room is so beautiful.You have done a fantastic job.LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!
    Should be in a magazine.

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  10. I love it. My favourite thing is the pink gown on the hanger.

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  11. Maryann,
    I just found your blog and I'm loving it! Lisa's room is lovely you did a wonderful job. It looks fresh and classy. I adore your memory board and want to try something similar for my home office.
    Thank you for having me on your blog roll, I will add your to mine. You have so many good ideas it will be fun to follow you.
    Cathy

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  12. Maryann,
    I saw that wonderful chair you bought a few posts ago. Here is a link to some good upolstery videos that you might find of use.
    Cathy
    http://www.spirited-lady-boutique.com/upholsteryvideos.html

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  13. Now this is a bedroom fit for a princess!!! I just love everything you dont in here...amazing what a bit of creativity can do.

    Lv Siobhan xo

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  14. As I was viewing this, I was thinking of a blog and friend I have Kathy....and there I see her, I knew she would love it. It is truly magnificent so soft and pretty, every little touch is just perfect!

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  15. What a lovely bedroom makeover. I love all the pretty accents against that pretty white furniture.

    Karen

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  16. Beautiful room, everything is just perfect, (fit for a princess)! It has such a wonderful feel to it! What a wonderful gift to give your daughter! Debbie @ Cottage Hann~Me~Downs

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  17. What a wonderful job you did on her bedroom. We have been working on my daughters room this week as well. Almost done...a few more things to finish. I absolutely love the bedspread!

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  18. The dressing table is so perfect. Love the round look. Thanks for sharing.

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  19. What a very pretty bedroom! looks wonderful

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  20. I love the all white and pink room. how gorgeous.

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  21. Oh! how lovely. That's inspiration for my own bedroom. I must get on the ball and redo it. Thanks for sharing it is just perfection.

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  22. This bedroom is dreamy, so feminine and sweet, the wardrobe closet is gorgeous (what a steal!). I love the swan ring holder, nice detailing! Bella

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  23. I love the room sweet friend. Simply amazing!

    xoRebecca

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  24. Hi

    I enjoyed seeing your room makeover. Very nice!! I to love shabby chic style!! I look forward to seeing more of your blog!
    Rebecca

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  25. Wow. Your daughter's room is just stunning! I love it. So fresh looking. Fabulous dressing table. You did a wonderful job.

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  26. What a sweet room! I love that dressing table too, what a gem! You did a fabulous job!

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  27. This is so beautiful I love everything you have added, this is worth the world to see. Great job, love the bed cover, antique stuff you out did yourself.

    Hugs,

    Maria & Ruth
    Hunted Treasures

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  28. A stunningly beautiful room! I love all the light that comes through the window. The bed looks so serene and cozy, a wonderful place to snuggle up with a good book.

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  29. Lisa's bedroom is so charming, Maryann! Every element is beautiful, the pretty white wrought iron headboard, the fabulous dressing table, the elegantly shabby memory board, the gorgeous bedding, I love it all! It's shabbilicious!

    Your floral beach totes are so pretty and I adore your lampshades!

    Cheers!
    Your newest follower
    Tina

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  30. Stunning room! I just love everything! Glad I stopped by, can't wait to catch up on your blog!

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  31. absolutely Bee-You-Tee-Full! What a great post! I dropped in from "My Romantic Home" and am so happy that I did. Please accept my invitation to drop in at my place one day soon when you get a moment. until later...

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  32. That room is so bright and very pretty. I love all the white with just some touches of pinks. Love that gorgeous bed with all those white lacy pillows.

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  33. Super dreamy...golly I don't think I would want to leave that gorgeous bedroom....EVER!!!!

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  34. Such a pretty room!
    Sincerely ~ Tricia Anne
    Ps. You have such a lovely blog, I am now a follower. :o)

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  35. It looks so fresh and so very lovely!
    Blessings & Aloha!

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