Ikea bookshelf + nightstand hack!

Hi friends,

I have more nursery projects to share with you today! Besides hanging some items on the wall, things are finished! (Which is a good thing as my due date is only 4 weeks away!)

Justin took a plain Ikea bookshelf (like the one below) and added a stained wooden top. It was an amazing before and after transformation!

 Once I saw how great the bookshelf turned out, I insisted that the nightstand needed the same wooden top!

Here is the plain white nightstand:



And here is how it turned out as well!

I adore the mix of the wooden tops and white bases. I think it really helps to break up all of the white and give the room a slightly more rustic look so that it isn't overly girly! Plus, Ikea furniture is budget friendly as well!

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Bookcase: Ikea Kallax series
Nightstand: Ikea Hemnes series
Stain: Rustoleum's Dark Walnut

You can also check out the DIY Blanket Ladder that is pictured here!

DIY blanket ladder + nursery peek

Hello friends & happy Fall! 

September .. where have you gone? I seem to be asking that question often ... we have been so busy the last few weeks. It has rained non stop for 2 days now, so that was a good excuse to stay home this weekend and get some things done! (like writing over 50 Thank you notes!)

The nursery is one thing we have been working hard on .. and it still needs a few finishing touches. I have a sneak peek to share with you and a DIY project that Justin completed this week.

 I just love how this monogram I ordered off Etsy turned out! We chose unfinished wood and then Justin spray painted it the correct color. A little bit of ribbon and this project was complete!

Justin also finished a blanket ladder this week. I came across this project on Pinterest from Shanty 2 Chic and knew it would be a perfect addition to the nursery. Follow the link for your own free plans!

We chose to stain the ladder in Rustoleum's Dark Walnut- except it was wiped off immediately because we didn't want it to be dark. This is the perfect way to display all of the sweet blankets we have received (several of which are handmade!). I also love the slightly rustic touch it adds to a mostly white room.

I have a few more small projects to share with you soon!

DIY Bow Holder

Hi friends,

This past weekend we took one last trip this summer to the mountains to celebrate Miss. Makynli with a baby shower! We received the prettiest DIY project from my husband's aunt and cousin that I wanted to share with you!

Justin's aunt created a bow holder and his cousin made several headbands.  I had a similar project on my to do list, but I think this one turned out better than what I might have made myself!

Materials needed: canvas, hooks, pretty fabric, ribbon, and of course bows!

Other ideas for a DIY bow holder involve using a frame, an initial, or even a oatmeal canister!

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As for the nursery itself, it is coming together! 12 weeks to make sure everything is ready!

friday favorites: visions of pink and gray nurseries

Oh you know, just a little Friday nursery planning happening over here! 

Justin recruited some help this week and actually began turning our extra pink bedroom into a nursery! Even though the walls were already a lighter pink from the previous owners, we were not crazy about the color and decided to paint them a light gray.

I knew I didn't want a "themed" nursery, so I decided on a pink and gray color scheme with some possible teal touches. Check out some of my favorite looks and sources of inspiration so far!

My first source of inspiration comes from this photo from Design Seeds. I love the colors and the slightly "shabby chic" quality.

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I have found quite a few beautiful pink and gray nurseries on Pinterest and Project Nursery to serve as sources of inspiration. I love how dainty, soft, and elegant these nurseries feel.

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All of these details are simply adorable! Cute storage solutions, a DIY monogram, ruffled pink curtains, and sweet artwork .. all things I could easily put into this space!

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I also just love using these Ikea picture ledges in new way for books. These would fit just perfectly between the windows in the room. I am also a huge fan of the Ikea dresser in picture number 2 for the changing pad and a basket for diapering needs. Sounds like we need to make a trip to Ikea!

The last picture is the actual crib bedding set we have picked out from Babies R Us. Turns out it has actually been discontinued, but the store was willing to save the floor model for us at half price! A potential crisis (I had my heart set on this one already) should end up working out in our favor!

I can't wait until we manage to have a finished nursery in the next few months. What are your favorite baby girl nursery looks?

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