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Guest Room Reveal

November 2, 2011 by Cassie 64 Comments

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Alright, folks, we finally have a room that is pretty much done, minus some of the decorative touches that will evolve over time I am sure!  Let’s look back at what this room looked like on move-in day, October 6th.


Pretty darn brown, eh?  Well I shared with you the bed makeover, the dresser makeover, and of course the striped chair from yesterday’s party.  Let’s look at it all together now, shall we!  And let me also tell you that I purchased nothing new except curtain rods (from K-mart), the headboard (for $30), and paint.  Everything else I had on hand from the last house, so I didn’t have to spend a lot on this room.  Where did I splurge?  Paint.  I used Benjamin Moore’s “Simply White” in Aura semigloss for the trim, and used “Cloud Cover in Aura eggshell finish for the walls.  I was able to use one can of paint on the walls as well as the closet doors.
I also had one wall that had wallpaper on it, so I spent a good bit of time removing that as well.  Ick.  Luckily for me, that was the ONLY wall of wallpaper in the house, so that’s done!  Phew.

Ok, well here is where we are today….

Emmy and I made sure the nightstands were stocked with books for our guests.  And she had to add glass jar that she painted. 🙂  And of course, there is the painting that started it all and inspired the color palette.  (Thanks, Andi!)

Here are the sources for everything….
rug: IKEA
curtains: IKEA
curtain rods: K-Mart
bedding: West Elm (our old bedding)
headboard: Craigslist
dresser: free from my parents
chair: free from yard sale
nightstands: $10 each from Goodwill, backed with faux bois paper from Paper Source
mirror: Goodwill, and spray painted with Krylon’s Gloss gray
“B”- Rose Bowl Flea
blue ticking bedskirt- Country Curtains ( I have had this for a few years, and frankly it was the only other queen skirt I had on hand!)
mirror- the brass part is a $10 auction find, and the mirror part is just a round craft store mirror)

One room down…

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  1. Anne says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:19 am

    Wow – what a difference paint makes! It is looking great – love the bedding! 🙂 xoxo

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  2. Lisa Yates says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:22 am

    I love those night stands! Wow! They are super cool!

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  3. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:23 am

    Your guests will be so comfy and cozy! It all looks fabulous and painting those closet doors made a huge difference!

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  4. [email protected] Charm says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:27 am

    The power of paint is soooo awesome…those look great!!! Love the rug, curtains and that wonderful dresser!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  5. mtashie says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:32 am

    It looks so light and airy! I love it. Paint can do amazing things!!

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  6. Renee @ where the grass is greener says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:38 am

    Gorgeous! (And, I expected nothing less…)

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  7. Jamie says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:53 am

    amazing! I can’t believe how much you’ve gotten done already!!!

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  8. Amanda says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:59 am

    The room looks wonderful! You’ve done a fantastic job, everything goes together beautifully. Your guests wont want to leave!!

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  9. Megan says

    November 2, 2011 at 11:16 am

    I love how bright and airy it is! All the furniture looks beautiful, you are making such progress. I wish I had some of that determination 🙂

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  10. MommaHen says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    I LOVE the retro side tables with the wood grain! (I’d love to see you over at WhateverWednesday link party!!)

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  11. Andrea says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    I want to come stay in that room! The bed looks so comfy. Love the stripe on the chair and the paper on the nightstands. You don’t waste any time, girl!

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  12. Kara @ June & Bear says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:13 pm

    I’ve been in my house over a year now and only have 3 rooms complete. You move fast. It looks great. Such pretty colors.

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  13. Between Blue and Yellow says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:13 pm

    How lovely! Looks so calm and serene. That bedspread is fabulous 🙂

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  14. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:14 pm

    Such a good sized room and you did such a great job redoing everything. Looks amazing. So fresh with the beautiful new paint. Hugs, Marty

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  15. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:34 pm

    You are amazing! I can’t believe how fast you got all that done! Girl – I need some of that energy over here! It’s always crazy to me how simply painting trim white can totally transform a room. Everything looks great. I see some books by one of my favs – Jodi Picoult and the Twilight books of course 😉

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  16. Meredith says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:36 pm

    Beautiful! What an improvement! I am still in love with that blue headboard. It makes me smile. 🙂
    Meredith @ Welcome to Heardmont

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  17. Rene says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    You move faster than lightning! Snow, power outages ha! Looking good!

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  18. Emily says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:56 pm

    wowza! it looks amazing!

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  19. DecorandtheDog says

    November 2, 2011 at 12:56 pm

    White paint makes me so happy! The room looks so comfy and inviting! I’ll be over soon. 😛

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  20. Jenni says

    November 2, 2011 at 1:04 pm

    Great job on the room! I love those nightstands. I think that might be my favorite use of faux bois that I’ve seen.

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  21. Katie says

    November 2, 2011 at 1:15 pm

    Love the blue and grey color scheme!

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  22. [email protected] says

    November 2, 2011 at 1:18 pm

    Such a lovely room! Love the color palette.

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  23. Starr @ The Kiefer Cottage says

    November 2, 2011 at 1:43 pm

    Love how bright it all is! you work fast. we’ve been in our home for almost six months and no room has been completed yet.

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  24. Twice Nice says

    November 2, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    You are very inspiring Cassie! I’ve got a ton of rooms that aren’t finished after 2 years in our current home. Think I’ll do some planning today!Deb

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  25. Laura says

    November 2, 2011 at 2:37 pm

    What a lovely guest room.

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  26. Deborah March says

    November 2, 2011 at 3:21 pm

    So bright and FRESH now Cassie…so welcoming!

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  27. patti west says

    November 2, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    Who wouldn’t love to hang out and sleep in this beautiful room? I so love every bit of it…w/the nightstands being my fave! 🙂

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  28. Sixty-Fifth Avenue says

    November 2, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    Beautiful job Cassie! When should I be there?

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  29. hilary @ oldhouse.truelove. says

    November 2, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    love it cassie : )

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  30. Andi @ Jane of all crafts says

    November 2, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    WOW! Amazing!! paint on the closest and trim makes it look like an entirely different room!!! Gorgeous! I talk to you just about everyday and I am amazed at how fast you finished this room!

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  31. Ali Richardson says

    November 2, 2011 at 5:25 pm

    Yipppeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!! I love it So much I can’t even tell you! You better put a journal on the night stand so I can leave you a note when I’m happily laying in that pretty bed!

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  32. [email protected] says

    November 2, 2011 at 5:48 pm

    I can be there next weekend if no one else has claimed the room! Seriously though, it looks amazing!

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  33. Lesley says

    November 2, 2011 at 6:05 pm

    “A” for adorable.:)

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  34. Lynn says

    November 2, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    Gorgeous! Looks like a lot of work, but well worth it!

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  35. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.com says

    November 2, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    Gorgeous! Love the cool and calm color scheme. So great that you barely had to spend anything on it. I can see why the trim took sooo many coats! 🙂 Can I come stay in your guest room?

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  36. Deborah says

    November 2, 2011 at 8:08 pm

    Gorgeous!
    What a beautiful makeover..love the whites!
    Who wouldnt want to just relax and enjoy this beautiful resting place?!
    Great job Cassie..love all your special touches in there!

    Deborah xo

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  37. michelle b @ every little thing inspired says

    November 2, 2011 at 10:38 pm

    wow! when you want something done, you get er done!! Nice work Cassie!!

    I love the Ikea rug…thinking of picking it up for our playroom!

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  38. [email protected] says

    November 3, 2011 at 12:32 am

    WOW! It looks completely different! I love it!

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  39. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal says

    November 3, 2011 at 12:55 am

    What a huge improvement! HUGE! I love how much brighter it is now. The headboard and the chest look great in there. Did you roll on the paint for the closet doors?

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  40. Amy of The Salvage Collection says

    November 3, 2011 at 1:55 am

    in less than a month you did this??? i’m utterly impressed with your motivation, your accomplishments and the room! those nightstands are the perfect balance for the curves of the headboard. PERFECT!

    can’t wait to see what’s coming next…

    amy

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  41. Katie says

    November 3, 2011 at 2:32 am

    It looks so cozy and inviting! That bed looks so comfy! Much better without all that brown!! Great job Cassie!

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  42. megan {homemade ginger} says

    November 3, 2011 at 3:40 am

    it looks amazing!! I love the subtle neutrals with a few pops of nice color. great job!!

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  43. Kim @ A Brush of Whimsy says

    November 3, 2011 at 4:18 am

    It looks so inviting and peaceful! Mr. Owl is super cute, too!

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  44. [email protected] says

    November 3, 2011 at 5:27 am

    Cassie, your guest room looks so fresh and beautiful! I love all of your stylish details.

    xoxo
    Amanda

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  45. Deb says

    November 3, 2011 at 6:48 am

    Your guest room looks great Cassie…love your pretty blue dresser so much! ~Deb~

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  46. Allison says

    November 3, 2011 at 7:39 am

    It looks fantastic, Cassie! A beautiful and peaceful room. Love the closet doors in the white! That really transformed the room. I love those curtains! It sounds like you will have a lot of guests. We will have to take numbers!

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  47. A Vintage Vine says

    November 3, 2011 at 11:30 am

    Cassie this is great…you work so fast…I am amazed! The dark blue headboard gets a 2 thumbs up from me!

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  48. A Flair for Vintage Decor says

    November 3, 2011 at 1:38 pm

    Love! And those curtains are perfect! Take care, Caroline

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  49. gail says

    November 3, 2011 at 4:15 pm

    Cassie–your guest room looks beautiful! Amazing transformation with the closet doors and trim!
    gail

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  50. Danielle {freshquince} says

    November 3, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    It’s lovely…great job! So cozy and welcoming…when can I stay over ;)? xx Danielle

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  51. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    November 3, 2011 at 9:35 pm

    It turned out P-E-R-F-E-C-T!!! It is so so pretty, Cassie!! Like I said, you have such a good eye for pairing things together in a stylish yet eclectic way! I love it! It looks so peaceful and happy!

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  52. Prudently Painted Vintage says

    November 4, 2011 at 7:38 pm

    I love the faux bois paper on the nightstands. Too cool! Love every inch of this room. Great job! Your guest will be very comfy!

    I also love that a part of Emmy is in the room. My kids love when I display their art. Good mommy!

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  53. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful} says

    November 4, 2011 at 10:36 pm

    It turned out so amazing!!! That bed is my favorite…that blue is so great on the headboard! Another fantastic project!!!

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  54. CropaCabana says

    November 5, 2011 at 2:09 am

    I love your night stands! What a great room makeover, it looks great! Found you at tatertots and jello.

    Patricia

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  55. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    November 5, 2011 at 3:40 am

    Fantastic makeover!! I love the dresser and color scheme of your guest room!! How darling!! Feathered Nest Friday is going on all weekend at my blog if you would like to come share over there too! Have a great weekend!

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  56. Designed by Dawn Nicole says

    November 5, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    I love the bedding and the “Be Our Guest” on the dresser! Great room.

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  57. Tammy @ Type A says

    November 5, 2011 at 11:36 pm

    love it all! you did an amazing job transforming that room. love the head board!

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  58. CAS says

    November 7, 2011 at 3:44 pm

    This is a wonderful room, and now you may have guests who don’t want to leave….lol! Now I’m totally inspired to get busy on our guest room.
    CAS

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  59. Sarah, Three Boys says

    November 8, 2011 at 3:44 am

    It looks AWESOME! Every little area has something fun to look at! You rocked it. Don’t worry about getting it all done quickly. We have lived in our house for almost 3 years and I am just now getting around to the living room… sad really;)

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  60. Jamie says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:04 am

    What a big difference. Looks great. I’m having a giveaway over at DIY Home Sweet Home. Would love you to stop by and check it out.
    http://diyhshp.blogspot.com/2011/11/giveaway-shabby-apple-dress.html

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  61. Erin says

    November 12, 2011 at 12:29 am

    I cannot get over the transformation you accomplished with paint, Cassie! Looks so light, airy and welcoming now!

    Take care,
    Erin

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  62. Jenny says

    January 31, 2012 at 10:59 pm

    Oh the power of paint! It never ceases to amaze me! I’m always happy to bid a sea of brown “farewell”, and love how yours has come together. Thanks for Lin king up at Room Evolutions!

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  63. ahr023 says

    March 30, 2012 at 1:23 am

    Cassie – I love this room. Please tell me how you applied the faux bois paper to the nightstands and what you may have put over it to make it last. I really want to do this.
    Thank you for the inspiration!

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  64. Michelle Smith says

    February 12, 2013 at 5:08 am

    The guest room dne by you is smart and stylish. It is very cool and beautiful palce for guest to rlelax
    Carpets

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