Happy Monday! Hope you all had a great weekend. Ours consisted of work, family-time and some DIY projects. I always wish we accomplished more than what we did, but we have to live life, right? So, let's talk about house projects. Yay! We are neck-deep in our kitchen remodel which is, for the most part, a joint project (meaning Luke and I work together). I was telling Luke the other day that I was feeling just blah with the house projects and the blog. Not that I wasn't motivated or don't enjoy it, but we are just doing HARD (time consuming) projects right now. The ones that don't look good or photograph well until they are done. The grunt work type projects. Get my drift? I've actually taken on some of those by myself, but still, they just aren't rewarding. So, my sweet husband said, "Why don't you tackle something that you can do by yourself and is a project that gives you immediate gratification". I'm pretty sure he meant that I should update a planter pot or make another upcycled blind mirror. But, I took that as "You should definitely design and buy/make stuff for the guest bedroom". LOL.
So, yep... it's on. I have pinned LOTS to my "guest bedroom" board over the last few months. I love all of it, so it's super hard to narrow down the look. But, basically, I came to two similar looks. Help me decide! I really love them both.
The only thing that I have is the campaign dresser. It needs some work but it's a keeper. Everything else would be new. I'm definitely going to DIY the bed. I've had that on my brain for awhile and I'm just itching to try it.
I'm going to try to post guest bedroom updates in real-time. I'm hoping to have an update for you each week! Wednesday will be the "before" pictures and, seriously, I'm cringing thinking about posting them. Until then. =)
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Gilly @ Colour Saturated Life
I like the "this" side as I just love the warm timber tones, but both are equally beautiful so I can see why making the decision is hard. I look forward to seeing what you decide and seeing the reveal! My bedroom is in desperate need of a makeover too, so seeing yours may just motivate me!
Ashley Mayes
Ha! Well, I'm not promising a fast reno. =)
cassie
both are great but i am digging the one on the left!
Ashley Mayes
I think I'm leaning towards that.
Charlotte W
I love the fabrics in the one on the right, but I'm thinking you should go for the one on the left (This?) The one on the right is really similar to your master bedroom (Grey headboard, white night stand) so it might be fun to switch it up a little. Can't wait to see what you come up with!
Ashley Mayes
I totally agree!
Corinna - For My Love Of
I was instantly drawn to the right but when I looked closer I like the elements in the left more so I found it strange I liked the right first. I bet it'll look great either way!
Ashley Mayes
I know! I feel the same way. The right is pretty similar to our master bedroom, but I LOVE it. Who knows.
Julia@Cuckoo4Design
I'm kinda leaning towards the THAT side but I totally love them both
Ashley Mayes
Thanks! I did pull the trigger on the duvet (the Schoolhouse one) so I am making progress.
Jennifer @ Brave New Home
Is there a third option? Like, this, that, or all of it? Haha. I like the left because it's a bit more boho and the right is a bed more refined and fem. They're both seriously amazing! BTW, the One Room Challenge is going to be starting soon if you want to link up your guest bedroom makeover : ]
Ashley Mayes
A mix might be in order. I don't think I could commit to the challenge.. I'm sure this room will take me most of the summer. I'm so slow!