Sunday, August 1, 2010

Master Bedroom "Do"

We did some demo over here in the master bedroom today, in preparation for the big re-do.
Which, come to think of it, isn't really a re-do.
It's more like a "do", period.

Ya see, we haven't even really touched the room since we moved into this place three years ago. It's just been a big, blank box all this time.



But starting this month, it's BYE BYE bare windows, texture-less walls, crappy trim, outdated ceiling fan and stamped drywall ceiling!

HELLO comfy, cozy retreat- just for me and my Sweets!



Some of our plans include building a bed for our king-sized mattress (that's currently laying on the floor! <:-O), adding wood planks to a couple of the walls (it'll be attached on top of the drywall this time), and making a trip to the Greyhound station in Montgomery, to pick up two incredible antique nightstands (gifted to us by an amazingly sweet & talented friend of mine who is shipping them to us.)

Let the adventure begin!





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52 comments:

  1. Ali @ Honey and Maple SyrupAugust 1, 2010 at 1:44 AM

    Can't wait to see the finished product!

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  2. Woven and SpunAugust 1, 2010 at 2:02 AM

    Oooo Oooo! This is the one I've been waiting for!
    Hope you have a fun month together making your room truly yours : )

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  3. ThisAmericanWifeAugust 1, 2010 at 2:52 AM

    I'm so happy to hear that you still have rooms to do in your house! I always picture your house being so perfect! I have PLANS for every room in my house, but I I can only really take on one every six months or so (for both emotional and financial reasons). I'm so glad to hear you do things like sleep with your mattress on the floor, too!

    Kate @ www.thisamericanwife.net

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  4. Tomines hjemAugust 1, 2010 at 4:28 AM

    hi there.... im so glad i found your blog. please check my bedroom, we just finish building our own house january 2010. it is dark grey and white, with stripes.. hope you enjoy, and happy summer.. greetings from Norway!

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  5. Samantha2818August 1, 2010 at 5:28 AM

    Hi,
    I'm really looking forward to seeing how your bedroom turns out. I'm in a real rut with mine as I would like to change my bed but can't so it's giving the room the wrong look. Hopefully you'll give me some ideas!
    ~Sam

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  6. whimagesAugust 1, 2010 at 6:39 AM

    so excited to see your "new" room! Our master is on our to do list too. It's just taking awhile!

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  7. Kristine at The Painted HiveAugust 1, 2010 at 6:51 AM

    Hey Layla. Given we're in the middle of our master bedroom "do" as well (we've been in our home for three years too and haven't really touched the MB at all either) I'm soooo looking forward to seeing what you do.
    Kristine
    The Painted Hive
    xxx

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  8. AnonymousAugust 1, 2010 at 6:54 AM

    O Layla it's going to be beautiful! It looks to me that you've got Tybee on your mind. Don't you love it when pieces and feelings from where you've been touch you that way? Can't wait to see it! <3

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  9. Kim-A Creative SpiritAugust 1, 2010 at 7:22 AM

    LOVE what you picked out so far... Is that a Pottery Barn Pillow with Jute trim???? LOVE IT... have the same one in yellow..... Can't wait to see your finished bedroom....

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  10. Lynda @ Happenstance HomeAugust 1, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    Can't wait to see the beauty you create! So much talent!!!

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  11. AnonymousAugust 1, 2010 at 7:31 AM

    I can already tell it's going to look amazing just by the cozy quilts and things. You are so talented!

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  12. JanAugust 1, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    I love the "worship always" necklace.

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  13. Suburban StitcherAugust 1, 2010 at 8:02 AM

    it's gonna be gorgeous! can't wait to see :)

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  14. ValerieAugust 1, 2010 at 8:09 AM

    I have been enjoying following your journey on your house. Looking forward to seeing your finished master bedroom.

    XO,
    Valerie

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  15. Tales From My Empty NestAugust 1, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    I can't wait to hear about your bedroom. Love your bedding!! And I just love monograms. Those nightstands sound pretty amazing too. I am loving following you on Facebook too. Good luck with the bedroom. Love & blessings from NC!

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  16. Nancy Grossi ~ Churned In Cali ~ The Wife of a DairymanAugust 1, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Looks like it's going to be a fun project! Looking forward to seeing how it progresses:)

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  17. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)August 1, 2010 at 9:32 AM

    Layla, I know we are going to love it! Can't wait!
    Susan

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  18. TonjaAugust 1, 2010 at 10:15 AM

    I can't wait to see how the room turns out. Everything y'all do is always so beautiful!

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  19. HopeAugust 1, 2010 at 10:32 AM

    Love all of the bedding! Where is it from????

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  20. AnonymousAugust 1, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    How exciting to build your own bed. I wish someone had told me about this furniture building blogger before we spent thousands on our Thomasville set, so I am sharing it with you.Perhaps you already know about her? The farmhouse bed plans are SO COOL.
    Anyway, here is a link:
    http://www.knock-offwood.com/p/plan-index.html

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  21. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 1, 2010 at 12:02 PM

    Love the bedding. The colors are just wonderful. I can't wait to see the finished room. Hugs, Marty

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  22. NanaDianaAugust 1, 2010 at 12:18 PM

    Hurry-Hurry-Hurry! I am impatient to see it done! lol I love your choices and know the finished room is going to be perfect for you! Diana

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  23. fun fridaysAugust 1, 2010 at 12:19 PM

    Layla, it is going to be amazing! i love the bedding that you have chosen for the room. i can hardly wait to see the transformation. i am excited.

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  24. HeatherAugust 1, 2010 at 2:01 PM

    It's going to look amazing! I'm in process of trying to transform our master into the vision I have in my head, but doing it one accent piece at a time as the budget and time/energy allow. Nothing I love more than seeing these great design visions come to life. I'll definitely be anxiously awaiting your "after" pictures. :-) Have fun
    !

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  25. Lovely Little NestAugust 1, 2010 at 2:28 PM

    How fun! Can't wait to see the transformation :)

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  26. KelsiAugust 1, 2010 at 3:41 PM

    ooh i'm excited! i love the bedding.... beautiful & personal!!

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  27. LariAugust 1, 2010 at 4:14 PM

    I'm loving the colors in your fabrics! I found some inspiration fabric in similar colors for my living room and I'm trying to figure out how to make the changes I want to make. Can't wait to see the final product!

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  28. SandraAugust 1, 2010 at 4:34 PM

    Yah! You still have a room to re-do!

    Everything you have picked out so far looks amazing and I can't wait to see the finished product.

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  29. LisaAugust 1, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    I am happy to hear you will get to start your master bedroom. I was intrigued when you mentioned the ceiling. We have those stamped ceilings all thru our house and I hate them. We removed some walls to make two room into one room. When we tried to patch the ceiling it didn't turn out great. It still BUGS me alot. I just don't know what else to do with them. Is there an easy way to fix? Hope you have some words of advise! Good luck on your room. I am excited to see what you will come up with. Lisa

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  30. GailAugust 1, 2010 at 6:51 PM

    Can't wait to see what you do! Y'all deserve a quiet and beautifully decorated retreat after all you do in a day! There's nothing more special than a comfy room for you and your honey that relaxes you and makes you feel at peace. ;0)

    Hugs,

    Gail

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  31. dec0r8orAugust 1, 2010 at 7:03 PM

    I can't wait either! Everything you do always comes out great! You had featured a bench that I had made out of a headboard/footboard a while ago...well, you might want to take a look at the king size headboard I made a couple of weeks ago from an old wooden door! Here's a link to the post, if you're interested:
    http://dec0r8or.blogspot.com/2010/07/my-vintage-door-headboard-project.html

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  32. SproutedHomeAugust 1, 2010 at 7:37 PM

    I visit your blog just about every day and love each and every thing you do. I would love to know where that quilt is from because I am settling into my FIRST HOUSE (can you sense the unadulterated glee?). I would greatly appreciate the details! Thanks so much and keep up the AMAZING work.

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  33. geriAugust 1, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    Let the fun begin!!!
    I think Im am as excited as you are Layla. hehe
    Love the start to your bedroom decorating/revamping adventure.
    I will check each day for those videos we all feel so connected to you by.
    Have a Marvelous week.geri

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  34. Chris at Red Gate FarmAugust 1, 2010 at 10:21 PM

    Can't wait to see the end result. LOVE the quilt and the colors you've put together so far.

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  35. Erin ButsonAugust 1, 2010 at 10:55 PM

    Can't wait tosee what you do with this one! Love your style, Layla.

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  36. AnonymousAugust 2, 2010 at 7:26 AM

    Love the colors you put together. Can't wait to see the final result!

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  37. CarrieAugust 2, 2010 at 8:06 AM

    I'm sure it'll be beautiful as it always is!

    I'm going to ask again....where is that bedding from? I just love it.

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  38. TeresaAugust 2, 2010 at 8:39 AM

    Another wonderful project to look forward too...how do you do it...get ideas all the time. =)
    Happy day

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  39. It's a Baltimore LifeAugust 2, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    Hi Layla,
    I'm sure you have been to her site but just in case...Ana at Knock-Off Wood has some amazing beds!!!

    http://www.knock-offwood.com/

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  40. justjudeAugust 2, 2010 at 10:16 AM

    finally! i'll sleep better knowing you will :-)

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  41. Sharon@Sharon at HomeAugust 2, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    Can't wait to see what you "do" to your blank box. Great teaser picture.

    Come visit ... I have a give away!!!

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  42. The Weathered BungalowAugust 2, 2010 at 1:33 PM

    Oooooo....I LOVE the quilt!!!! Can't wait to see the final "DO" of your room!

    xoxo, Meredith

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  43. AnnAugust 2, 2010 at 2:16 PM

    Good luck! Can't wait to see the finished room. We just redecorated our master bedroom and it's well worth all the effort.

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  44. Loft32August 2, 2010 at 4:43 PM

    You read my mind....I really need to get started on ours too. I'm selling some Imperial Trellis alternative fabric on my blog if anyone's interested. Only $32/yard compared to $110/yard! Not bad. I love your style...can't wait to see the after pics!
    XO,
    Candace
    Loft32

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  45. Debra @ Life in a 320 square foot homeAugust 2, 2010 at 5:26 PM

    Ooooo, so pretty - can't wait to see the finished product! My mattress is on the floor too - I did not want anyone to know....I'm out of the closet now - thanks Layla!

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  46. COCOCOZYAugust 2, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    Can't wait to see your master bedroom "do". I'm sure it will look gorgeous. What is your goal as far as timing? Please send me the after pictures...I would love to do a post on your bedroom decorate!

    xo
    Coco
    COCOCOZY

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  47. LauraAugust 3, 2010 at 12:09 AM

    What color is on the walls? I really like it.

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  48. JessicaAugust 3, 2010 at 6:19 AM

    I cannot wait to see what you do to!!!!

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  49. OliviaAugust 3, 2010 at 8:56 PM

    FUN! Can't wait to see what gorgeous-ness you're going to make happen!

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  50. Kathy :)August 4, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    Hey there, it's been awhile since I came for a visit lots of catching up to do !!!

    I hope you're enjoying your summer !!

    Love th way the Tybee house came out :)

    All the best,
    Kathy :)

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  51. {darlene}August 4, 2010 at 9:02 PM

    can't wait!!!

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  52. BarbaraAugust 5, 2010 at 9:30 PM

    I found a keyboard in my closet almost like the keyboard you found in your closet (visualizes closet all over the world with sad keyboards hidden away). I ran it over to the nearest pawn shop and traded it for a nice little sander and even got some cash back. Never underestimate what you can buy and sell at a pawn shop.

    Check out my posting done with smileys (due to camera with a issue - maybe it needs to go in the closet): http://i-am-is-my-blog.blogspot.com/2010/07/of-karma-temper-tantrums-southern.html

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