24 hour, $300 bedroom makeover

My mom challenged me to update her guest room (my old room) with a budget of $300. I took on the challenge and I think it turned out pretty great. I spent the last 24 hours painting, hanging pictures and fluffing pillows.

Here's a picture of the before. The only thing we kept was the four poster bed.

Here's a picture of the after.

We used a fantastic blue grey color for the walls. There are still a few things that need to happen for the room to be complete... bamboo shades have been ordered for the window and the oak window seat will be sprayed white.

I raided my grandparents house for the side tables. They are part of a set from the 60's. I sprayed them white and added new hardware (not pictured) - I think they look fresh and cute.

I also recycled some old artwork I found under the bed.

I found the quilt that's hung over the bed in bathroom cabinet. My grandmother made it when I was a baby. I think it adds a little whimsy to the room.

The inexpensive frames were dressed up with Pottery Barn napkins to add color.


What do you think?