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Blogging Without Borders: Kids Bath Reveal

August 27, 2012 by Cassie 51 Comments

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First of all, it’s Monday, the 27th.  Do you know what that means?  That means that my kids go back to school today!  Hallelujah!  Let freedom ring!  Bottoms up! Of course, it also means that my baby is getting on the bus for the first time today, heading to kindergarten.  I may be shedding some tears this morning…. eh, who am I kidding?  Those are tears of JOY mixing with some delirious giggles…  Wish us all luck!

Anyhow, if you have been following along in the past 8 weeks, I have been working with several other bloggers on progressive home improvement projects.  Here is a list of all of us who participated!

I have been working on improving my kids bathroom area, which really is just a vanity area.  Do you remember where we started 8 weeks ago?  This is a dark and horrid picture, but it pretty much looked like this:

And I had some goals for it if you recall….
-replacing the mirror
-painting the walls
-painting the vanity
-replacing hardware
-MAYBE lighting but doubtful since it scares me (though there is that whole without borders thing i guess)
-painting the trim
– creating a hook rack
– paint the ceiling????  This would be me pushing my limits.  I have never painted a ceiling.  This would be a nice small one to start with!


I am happy to report that I achieved all except the lighting.  It’s still part of my plan, but with summer ending, school starting up again, and Sawyer’s birthday party last weekend, I just didn’t have the time to find a fixture I love.  I did look at Home Depot, but I wasn’t thrilled by any choices, and I want to make sure that I truly love what I purchase.
So that being said, all else is done!  Let’s have a little look-see.
Voila!  The newly painted, mirrored, hook-racked, knobbed space!  Oh, and I got a fun new turquoise bath mat at Ikea.

Do you see the new faucet?  I will tell you more about that in a second….

I ordered this print from Etsy a long time ago and had it in Emmy’s room in our old house.  The color is perfect in here, and I love the little motivational message for the kids in the morning.  A “Yes, you can!” if you will.  And yes, we have 2 kids, 4 brushes…. they like to alternate and use the one that floats their boat that day!

And now here is the new faucet!  It is not what I would have selected, honestly, but I found it at a yard sale for $5 and it was new.  Money talks, my friends.  I will make the $5 version work!  And the crystal handles tie in to the new crystal knobs well.

The “new” mirror is a vintage aqua chippy mirror I have had for a few years.  I have never painted it- it’s been like this as long as I have had it and I love it that way!  I am so glad I hoarded held onto it when we moved because the color and size and look are perfect in here.

Hey, there’s my camera! 🙂


And of course, there are the “new” hooks I hung on the wall for the kids towels.

And just for fun, let’s check out how much I spent….

One can of Zinnser primer- app $10
Trim Paint- had on hand
Wall paint- leftover from downstairs bath
Orange Paint- courtesy of Dutch Boy
Switchplates- app $14 (these were a splurge for me, but I liked the look!)
Number Stencils- $1 clearance from Home Depot
Bath Mat- $13
Faucet- $5
Mirror- had on hand

Total spent: $43!!!!  I am going to splurge on one fancy light fixture when the time comes! 😉

Make sure to visit the other ladies and see their progress reports (see, I am back in school mode, already!)

Amy @ Buffalo Roam, Dana @ Crafted Niche, Jaime @ Crafty Scrappy Happy, Heidi @ Décor & More, Tisha @ Delectable Home, Shannon @ Fox Hollow Cottage, Kirby @ Kirb Appeal, Holly @ Life as a Thrifter, Cassie @ Primitive & Proper, Debbie @ ReFresh ReStyle, Jessica @ Stay At Home-ista, Karah @ the space between, Laura @ Top This Top That and Kelly @ View Along the Way.

Now, if you will excuse me, I have 8 hours to myself to fill up…. 
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  1. Carrie @ lovely etc. says

    August 27, 2012 at 10:09 am

    The bathroom turned out great – and I love the mirror! It is perfect. This makeover is a great example of how you can make a big difference for very little money – even in a tough room like a bathroom.

    Reply
  2. Laura from Top This Top That says

    August 27, 2012 at 10:28 am

    You are awesome and so is the bathroom. good luck this morning!

    Reply
  3. Courtney says

    August 27, 2012 at 10:37 am

    This turned out so awesome Cassie!! A perfect kids bathroom! and for less than $50 – wowzas!!!
    i do have one question…what on earth is in the soap?!!

    Reply
  4. Megan says

    August 27, 2012 at 10:38 am

    I looooove the color combo! What a fun bathroom, the faucet is awesome, what a steal! Can’t wait to see what light fixture you get!

    Reply
  5. Fiona, LilyfieldLife says

    August 27, 2012 at 10:40 am

    cute bathroom Cassie!
    enjoy your freedom. yippee!

    Reply
  6. Tisha Clapp says

    August 27, 2012 at 10:56 am

    Woohoo! Love the orange – especially the ceiling. It all turned out great. Cute sign too.

    Reply
  7. Serendipity Refined says

    August 27, 2012 at 11:00 am

    Good morning! Your bathroom is ADORABLE! I especially love the mirror and the color scheme! Happy Back to School Day! xo

    Reply
  8. Restyled Vintage says

    August 27, 2012 at 11:13 am

    Wow you guys really do school so different to how we do it here…I was talking to my friend the other day who is from NZ but currently living in Houston USA. She told me that students have 3 months(?!) off over summer then hardly any other holidays all year? Wow. We have 4 terms here, each 9-10 weeks each, with a break of two weeks in between apart from Christmas (summer!) which is a 6 week break. No wonder you are happy they are back to school after having them at home that long, haha! How old is Emmy to be starting Kindy? 5? You don’t taker her, even on her first day? I know she has her big bro with her, does he take her to class, does the teacher meet them and show them where to go, what happens? Not judging just genuinely interested 🙂
    I have finally got my kids confident enough to let me drop them in the drop off zone and not walk them to their classrooms every morning, this is after 3.5 yrs at school for Sophie, and 6 months for Jake. Guess which kid is comforting the other? The little one slings his arm around the big one and tells her it will be ok…so cute!

    Hope you are enjoying your kid free day! Who am I kidding, of course you are 🙂
    xx Karen

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  9. Catherine says

    August 27, 2012 at 11:43 am

    Really gorgeous Cassie – I love the colours, and that great message for the kids every morning.

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  10. [email protected] says

    August 27, 2012 at 11:58 am

    You nailed it on this! It’s fun for kids, but not “too fun” and anyone using that bathroom would love it! The colors, the decor…everything is perfect!

    Reply
  11. Andrea says

    August 27, 2012 at 12:16 pm

    $43!!! Amazing. I love the green mirror with the orange vanity. Very cool. I bet your kid love brushing their teeth now.

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  12. Holly @ Life as a Thrifter says

    August 27, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    Ahh! In love with that mirror! It couldn’t be more perfect!!

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  13. Holly @ Life as a Thrifter says

    August 27, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    Ahh! In love with that mirror! It couldn’t be more perfect!!

    Reply
  14. Dear Emmeline says

    August 27, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    I bet the kids LOVE it!

    Reply
  15. DecorandtheDog says

    August 27, 2012 at 12:57 pm

    It’s so colorful and happy. I’m drooling over the mirror and that print is perfect.

    Hope your kids don’t ruin your party when they get home this afternoon. 🙂

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  16. Laura Heise says

    August 27, 2012 at 12:59 pm

    What a cute bathroom! And I LOVE that mirror! Such a wonderful bathroom for your kiddos! Enjoy your first day of freedom. Mine have been in for a week. Loving the silence!!!!!

    Reply
  17. Between Blue and Yellow says

    August 27, 2012 at 1:02 pm

    $43! You are amazing, I’m sure the kiddos love it. That mirror, is great. I’m actually doing the same in our girls bathroom with an old mirror.

    Reply
  18. CK Mangold says

    August 27, 2012 at 1:04 pm

    Such a cute bathroom! Love the orange numbers over the hooks! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Dana Frieling says

    August 27, 2012 at 1:10 pm

    Boy, you definitely know how to stretch a dollar! Great job. Enjoy your first day of freedom, friend.

    Reply
  20. The Far Fifty says

    August 27, 2012 at 1:18 pm

    I love it, I wish I had a kid’s bathroom to decorate, it’s so fun!

    Reply
  21. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    August 27, 2012 at 1:27 pm

    A $43 bathroom makeover – that’s amazing! And it’s so cute! You know I love that orange! … Have a great day doing anything you like!!!

    Reply
  22. Bliss says

    August 27, 2012 at 1:47 pm

    Poor Cassie… all alone in that big house while the kids are at school. Nothing to do, no projects to work on. Out of beverage, tissue in hand to dab the tears of loneliness. To cheer yourself up, go sit on the toilet of the bathroom and admire your handiwork.

    ~Bliss~

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  23. Cathy and Paul @One Creative Couple says

    August 27, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    Great job. Your bathroom looks wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

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  24. Junky Vagabond says

    August 27, 2012 at 3:05 pm

    Cassie, this is the cutest kid’s bathroom! Awesome job making it work with the budget and still look like you spent major bucks!

    Tears of joy, bottoms up – too funny! Love that you’re keeping it real 🙂

    Reply
  25. The Bold Abode says

    August 27, 2012 at 3:24 pm

    Talk about a freakin’ awesome thrifty makeover! It’s fantastic.

    I’m with Bliss… you poor, poor thing, you. Whatever in the world are you going to do????

    Reply
  26. Maury @ Life on Mars says

    August 27, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    That mirror is kinda awesome. Like super amazing awesome.

    It also pretty awesome that you’re so happy about kindergarten.

    Reply
  27. Good Time Charlie says

    August 27, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    That is the best $43 spent!!! That print is just so cute! Thinking I want something like that for Rachel, who would really appreciate that kind of thing.

    I really like the faucet, and $5????? I never find faucets, period, cool or not at garage sales. Maybe I am shopping the wrong neighborhood. Wow, you must feel so good, Master BR, check! Kids Bath, check! Kids in school now, CHECK!

    I am sure Emmy will love Kindergarten, it is a big deal! Have a great day, and enjoy your freedom!

    Reply
  28. Holly says

    August 27, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    What a fun bathroom makeover! Is the ceiling really yellow? So cute!

    Reply
  29. Tiffany says

    August 27, 2012 at 4:36 pm

    That looks adorable. I love the numbered hooks. It’s amazing that you did so much with so little money. Great job!

    Reply
  30. Ali Richardson says

    August 27, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    LOVE it all!!! I love that mirror SO much and that little etsy print is perf in there. I think the $5 faucet fits in great. Super job friendy friend 🙂

    Reply
  31. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    August 27, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    Happy !st day of school! Ahhhh….alone time. nice.

    I hope you enjoy your day. (& I love everything about the bathroom. awesome!) xo

    Reply
  32. Eclectically Vintage says

    August 27, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    This post should be titled, “my bathroom is awesome”! That mirror is perfect (here’s to hoarding) and love the color combo with the orange vanity and that fabulous yellow ceiling! Can you add another toothbrush for me?
    Kelly

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  33. Kelly says

    August 27, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    43 measly dollars! OUTRAGEOUS. I totally would’ve snatched up that faucet for just $5 too. It looks SO fun and cute!

    HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! (I mean, first day of school.) 🙂

    Reply
  34. Allison says

    August 27, 2012 at 6:13 pm

    Oh what a big day today is! I’m excited to hear how Emmy’s first day was and Mom’s day, too! The bathroom looks wonderful! Fun colors and the mirror was meant to be for the bathroom.

    Reply
  35. pam {simple details} says

    August 27, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    If anyone in your house wakes up on the wrong side of the bed that FUN bathroom is the cure all!! Cheers to a fabulous year with time to yourself! 🙂

    Reply
  36. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    August 27, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    Fantastic, Cassie!! Love the mirror AND the price tag of this makeover! Hope no tears were shed and everyone had a great day today!
    xo Heidi

    Reply
  37. A Delightful Design says

    August 27, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    I love it! That color is perfect for the vanity. You must feel so happy every time you walk into the space. Well done!
    Abby

    Reply
  38. Kirby Dunton Carespodi says

    August 27, 2012 at 8:36 pm

    It looks GREAT!

    Reply
  39. Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista says

    August 27, 2012 at 9:32 pm

    Weren’t there supposed ot be fish on the wall? Or was that just the inspiration pic? I’m loving the aqua/orange color scheme, with the updated faucet too! Now just head over to your side and work your bloggy magic there too:)

    Jessica

    Reply
  40. Decor & Harmony says

    August 27, 2012 at 10:15 pm

    Love the colors and the cost! Keeping it clean will be the easy part right?
    Have a great week!

    Reply
  41. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.com says

    August 27, 2012 at 10:48 pm

    What a fun color combo. I love the mirror – shape and color. I thought that my kids were the only ones that needed at least 2 toothbrushes each 🙂

    Reply
  42. [email protected] Road says

    August 28, 2012 at 2:38 am

    $43? And it looks as great as that? You are the queen!
    I LOVE that mirror and those hooks! Cute numbers. 🙂
    You did an amazing job, Cassie!

    Reply
  43. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    August 28, 2012 at 4:54 am

    Boom! That’s a whole lotta bang for the buck!!! Love seeing your pretty face on the sidebar too!! 😉

    Reply
  44. Anneke {RustiChic} says

    August 28, 2012 at 6:42 am

    It looks so good! I love the color choices not to mention the budget!!!

    Reply
  45. Bella says

    August 28, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    From dark and dismal to bright and cheery! What a happy place to start your day 🙂 I absolutely love the orange your chose for the vanity!

    And congrats on your freedom…I have 2 more weeks to go :/

    Reply
  46. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    August 28, 2012 at 2:26 pm

    Yay!! for your bathroom and for the first day of school. That $5 faucet is perfect. Is that a bug in your soap?

    Reply
  47. [email protected] says

    August 28, 2012 at 8:40 pm

    WOW!! You did a fantastic job! It looks absolutely amazing! I love it!

    Reply
  48. Rebecca says

    August 29, 2012 at 2:10 am

    This bathroom is so fun! Awesome job, I’m usually a plain bathroom person but this just rocks! I love the colors!

    Reply
  49. Lisa at Shine Your Light says

    August 29, 2012 at 11:14 pm

    What a great color combination! The littles must be loving their freshened up space and your new faucet for $5 was a total score!!!

    Reply
  50. Erin says

    August 30, 2012 at 1:42 pm

    Wow, what a fun and happy place this bathroom is now. Great job, Cassie! The details are all so wonderful, too. Totally digging that mirror and the numbered hooks–and you can’t beat a $5 faucet with some bling!

    Reply
  51. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed Boys says

    September 1, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    What is the material of the cabinets? Are they wood or laminate?

    Reply

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