I'm excited to say that I'm participating in a $100 Room Challenge over the next few weeks. Say what?! Yep, our Master Bathroom Nook is going to get a little update. But first, here's the backstory... Erin from Lemons, Lavender and Laundry has challenged herself (I believe 10 times) to makeover a room on a $100 budget. Crazy, right? Well, apparently we all love a little crazy in our lives because this time around... there's quite a few bloggers that are joining with her and challenging each other to makeover or update a room all under $100.
 I really love the idea of trying to work with what you have first, repurpose things, etc., so that you end up with a room that you love or like a ton better than what you started with and by only spending a maximum of $100!
We can all fall in love with rooms that we see in magazines or on Pinterest but, realistically, we can't afford to redecorate or buy everything we love. I know that I'm not the only one out there that feels like this. So, with this $100 challenge; challenge yourself to see how far you can make $100 go with a room reveal too!
Ok, so let's get to the space that I'm going to tackle... the Master Bathroom Nook.
To be honest, I couldn't decide which room to tackle. It was between the Master Bathroom Nook (I call it a nook - tell me what you'd call it when you see it), the entryway, the powder room (hello, ugly wallpaper and carpet!), etc. We have so many spaces that would benefit from a little love (or a LOT of love). I just had to pick one so I picked the Master Bathroom Nook.
Cover your eyes...
On move-in day:
Sometime after move-in:
Late 2013:
Why would I have ever painted a wall bright yellow? I have no idea what I was thinking.
I basically spray painted the hardware, painted the cabinets, we put in and grouted peel and stick tile and we painted the walls.
Luke did some simple watercolor art and I added a few accessories. It's pretty much stayed the same since I shared it back in 2013.
To be honest, it went with our bedroom when our bedroom looked like this:
See the old master bedroom reveal if you missed it.
But, our style has totally changed and the nook no longer even slightly goes with our bedroom.
So, the goal of this update is to not renovate the space because, that's not possible on a $100 budget. The goal is to refresh the space though! Make it more inviting, make it feel like us and make it match with our bedroom.
I haven't posted about our bedroom in awhile (and it's almost completely done!) but here's a pretty close look at the general vibe of the space.
So, are you excited to follow along? Do you think I'm crazy? If you were me and had $100 to spend on the space, what would you do?
Just as a reminder, this is where I'm at:
I hope you are as excited about this as I am! Make sure to hop around in the links below to see more $100 challenge bloggers. I can't wait to be inspired by all of them.
Cassie Bustamante
love this concept! we have a similar nook.... i painted the vanity, changed the hardware and then just stalled out. i don't know what i want to do in there so i just don't do anything. can't wait to be inspired by you!
Ashley Mayes
I think that's about all I'm going to do ($$$) but it will still be better than what I have currently.
Erin
that rug in the bedroom!!! and i love that yellow!! so pretty!
Deborah
We are also doing a bath (looks like that was a popular choice in this challenge). Yours is already so pretty. Looking forward to all these room makeovers.
Erin @ Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry
Isn't is amazing how much our style changes over time. I am so excited to see what you do with this nook. I'm definitely thinking some new paint might come into play 🙂
Ashley Mayes
For sure! Thanks Erin.
Patti
Your bedroom is gorgeous and I'm excited to see how you tie in the nook!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks so much Patti!
Zografia | Bisozozo
Tricky, small space. I 'd start with the paint job and get stunning, eye-catching, dramatic wall mirror and sconces!
Ashley Mayes
For sure! I'm getting ready to get on the paint today or tomorrow!
Kristen & Vicki
So many bathrooms in this Challenge! We are also doing a bathroom. Can't wait to see what you choose to do!
Ashley Mayes
Yes! They all need a bit of love.
Meredith @ The Palette Muse
The thing I love about paint is it's pretty easy to change (at least on walls). Can't wait to see how you refresh this space!
Ashley Mayes
Yes, exactly! Thanks Meredith!
Jillian
Wow, the bathroom and bedroom are so different! The bedroom is seriously amazing! Can't wait to see how the bathroom looks when you are done.
Ashley Mayes
You are so sweet! Thanks so much Jillian!
Brittany Goldwyn
Well I love everything you do, soooo....I'm sure this will be no exception! At least 50% of your pageviews today will be coming from me, too. I just went down the Bigger Than the Three of Us Rabbit Hole after reading this post. <3
Ashley Mayes
Brittany - you crack me up! Thanks girl! $100 doesn't work miracles but I know it will be better than where it was at.
Maria Brittis
I love the bathroom the way it is, but if you want to do a redo, I would use the $100 a new mirror and paint the yellow white and add some botanical flowers to add green, but that just me.
Can't wait to see what you do.
Maria
Ashley Mayes
Very close to what I'm doing Maria! All the walls will be painted white- they are actually a cream but you nailed what I want to do!
Jessica
Ooooh, I cannot wait to see your spin on this space.
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Jessica! Me either!
Carol @ CAD INTERIORS
Oh, I recognize those cabinet doors...because we used to have them (in the kitchen and a bathroom)! 🙂 Except ours were in super terrible shape - not even paint worthy as a quick fix. Excited to see what you do with the nook! You're bedroom is looking so good! Happy new year!
Ashley Mayes
We had the same ones in our kitchen and I forgot that you had mentioned that before! Ours are in good shape and although I don't like them... we eventually plan to gut this space so I want to save money now. Thanks for stopping by Carol!
Monica Benavidez
Ashley, I think that wall is begging for a funky accent wallpaper/stencil vibe that fits your aesthetic. I'd also add hardware that commands more attention. I think the vanity is great and has a lot of potential to be a stunner! Love the overall vibe of your bedroom- so modern and chic!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Monica! I'm on the fence with replacing the hardware - just because of the $100 budget. I'm going to try to strip them first and see!
Carrie
That little nook has definitely come a long way since you moved in, but you are right. It completely doesn't go with your bedroom anymore. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with it!
Ashley Mayes
For sure! Thanks so much Carrie!
Kathryn Baugher
The yellow wall looked great with the old bedroom but I can't wait to see how you blend the $100 makeover with the new bedroom. It's going to be AMAZING! Love the vibe you have going on in the master. 🙂
Ashley Mayes
I totally agree! Thanks so much girl!
sara s syrett
Gah! I love your bedroom and I cant wait to see how you update your bathroom. I find it so funny that we all regret painting walls from our past! That's why its so forgiving to repaint them!
Ashley Mayes
For sure! Thanks Sara!
Tracy
I'm excited to see what you do with your vanity area!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Tracy! I have to get on it.