Well, so much for getting our guest room makeover done before Thanksgiving, but better late than never! While I had the best of intentions and a solid plan for getting the room redone in just a matter of weeks, a broken set of custom-made closet doors set the project back by several weeks. If you read the original post, you’ll know that my guest room was really more of a storage room for art and other wall decor that was no longer in use. In all honestly, it was a pretty sad place for guests. At any rate, I’m so glad to have this project finally done!
Our guest room is a small, rectangular room with a small window and a closet – pretty much just a plain box. Here’s what it looked like BEFORE:
After some planning and some work, this is our guest room AFTER:
I’m so happy with how my Craigslist furniture came out once it was painted black. Remember this cabinet?
I think it looks much more sophisticated now painted all black.
And I had the *best* time styling the shelves! I even found a use for one of my small vintage clipboards, using it to hold a picture of my sleeping baby boy.
My husband bought these sconces for me a couple of years ago when I initially started planning the guest bedroom, but they have been sitting in the closet all this time. It’s so nice to have them installed, giving guests some task lighting for late night reading. {They swivel so that they can be positioned as needed.}
And I love the vintage tungsten-filament bulbs. :)
When it came to decorating above the bed, I knew I wanted to hang something but struggled with what exactly what to use. Then I remembered this IKEA frame that I had purchased a while ago for a craft project and decided it would be the perfect thing! I created a few pieces of chalkboard art and placed it in the frames with the glass removed. Right now they say “His” and “Hers” but I made a couple of other pieces with different sayings so I can change up the look according to my mood or the season.
I kept the comforters that I originally had and added a second set of sheets. Unfortunately, the ones I had originally purchased from Target were no longer available so I have two different sets in the room. It wouldn’t have been practical or budget conscious to buy two new sets when I already had one that was fine, but a little part of me flinches just a bit every time I see these two different striped patterns. :)
Remember these brass beauties that were always off the track?
The old closet door has been replaced with paneled bi-fold doors that are much more practical for the space.
Since there were no longer mirrored doors in the room, I added a full-length dressing mirror. I love the carved details!
We also finally added overhead lighting, a much-needed improvement!
I decided to use sheers on the window since they overlap the glass a bit and I didn’t want to darken the room. They are really more decorative than functional anyway.
And now for the chair. You might recall it used to look like this:
I used a vintage hemp linen sheet I had purchased at the antique faire and applied a graphic transfer to the center of the seat area. I then used upholstery tacks to attach the linen. Here’s a look at it now. {Post about the chair upholstering process and why I love the result, even though it’s not perfect, coming soon!}
And when the cabinet top is pulled out to create a work surface, the chair can pull right up to it creating a small desk space for guests.
The room isn’t quite finished yet as I still have a few details to add here and there and like every other room in my house, I’m always moving stuff around. But at least now my guests have a much nicer place to stay when they come for a visit.
Resources
Many of the items were things that I already owned, but I’ve listed the sources for everything (new and old) that I could remember.
- Wall Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Nomadic Desert SW6107
- Trim Color: Kelly Moore Swiss Coffee
- Headboards: Craigslist finds painted with Maison Blanche chalk paint by Heirloom Court
- Cabinet: Craigslist find painted with Maison Blanche chalk paint by Heirloom Court
- Chair: Craigslist find painted with Maison Blanche chalk paint by Heirloom Court
- Wall Sconces: Pottery Barn’s Madison Glass Pendant
- Light Fixture: Ballard Design’s Carriage House Chandelier
- White Wall Frames: IKEA’s UNG DRILL Frame
- Chalkboard Art Background: Foolish Fire
- Comforters: Target’s Simply Shabby Chic Heirloom White Comforter Set
- Sheet Sets: Target’s Threshold Grey Stripe Sheet Set (no longer available) and Tommy Hilfiger’s Vintage Plaid Sheet Set
- Accent Pillows: HomeGoods
- Mini Boxwood Wreaths: Decor Steals
- Vintage Trophy: Antique Farmhouse
- Vintage Pharmacy Jar: Elsie Green
- Framed Vintage Print: Elsie Green
- Framed Dog Print: HomeGoods
- Gray Oval Basket: HomeGoods
- Silver Side Table: Target (no longer available)
- Full Length Floor Mirror: HomeGoods
- Curtains: Pottery Barn’s White Linen Sheer Drape
I hope you enjoyed the tour!
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Just curious what you did with that sweet little cabinet that was in the Before photo.
Really ingenious to recover the chair so it can be used as needed in the space.
Hi Terri! I assume you’re talking about the two drawer chest that was under the window? I ended up selling it because I just couldn’t find another place for it. That was one of my favorite HomeGoods finds, though!!
:) Kim
Just curious what you did with that sweet little cabinet that was in the Before photo.
Really ingenious to recover the chair so it can be used as needed in the space.
I would have hated to part with that, but I know what you mean about not being able to find a place for it. I moved here (Las Cruces, New Mexico) with a beautiful Heywood Wakefield desk I could never find a place for and I ended up selling it to people who had other HW pieces and loved it.
What a lovely transformation. I think this is exactly what a guest room should be: welcoming and relaxing.
I like the makeover of this bedroom and got some great ideas to decorate the guest bedroom. Thanks for sharing.
Can you tell me where you have the screens on the cabinet doors.
Can you tell me where you have the screens in the cabinet doors.
You are very talented and I’ve loved everything I’ve seen of yours. Great eye for design and for detail.
Hi Paula – Thank you for your kind comments! I really appreciate it. :) Kim
What is the color of the cabinet? Wrought Iron?? Cheers.
Hi Sarah – Sorry for the delay! Yes, it’s Wrought Iron. :) Kim
Heirloom Court did a fantastic job on the painting! Made your room pop, gave it depth, interest and pizazz! As a designer I’ve had her do projects for me. Her work and color choices are always perfect! Nice room!!
LOVE this. I know that you used Maison Blanche chalk paint for the cabinet and furniture… but could you share the exact name of the color that you used?
Hi Kacey – Thank you! It’s Wrought Iron. :)
Wonderful job on everything! I’d love to stay the night in this room. So comfy and cozy! Thanks for sharing with us!
Thank you, Jeannine!
wow, what a fantastic makeover, there’s so many things to love here!! I’ll be featuring you today over at Common Ground. thanks so much for joining in!
Kim your room is so popular this week! It turned out so gorgeous. Maybe you can come help me finish my house!! Hope to see you soon at Paris Flea! -K
Hi Karen – Thank you! I’m hoping to stop by this weekend. :)
I love how it all looks. Just beautiful! I found you on HomeTalk and am now following you!
Thank you for visiting from HomeTalk and for the follow!!
Your guest room turned out gorgeous. I just love all the details in this room. Beautiful!
Thank you!
Absolutely beautiful! The room now is so pretty and it was worth the time and effort you put into it. Great job.
Thank you, Stacey! :)
I will be featuring this gorgeous room tonight at 8pm EST at my Winter Blues Wednesday party. Please stop by and pick up an I’ve Been Featured button. Thanks.
Whoo hoo!!!! Thank you so much, Judy!
Love your makeover. The cabinet is fabulous!
Thank you, Mallori!
Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home
Beautiful and inspiring!!
Thank you so much for sharing!
Have a beautiful week,
Suzanne
Thank you, Suzanne!
LOVE your guest bedroom to pieces! Thank you so much for sharing its reveal at THT.
Thank you so much, Pamela! And thank you for hosting a wonderful link party!
Now that’s an inspiring makeover. Cheers to you!
Thank you, Amber!
I love your makeover, but am I the only one who would not like to share a bed with my husband, if I visited? :(
Well, that is the downside to twin beds to be sure, but having previously had a queen bed in that room, we realized that the room was too small for such a large bed, making the space seem very cramped. Plus, our guests tend to be my kids’ friends when they have a sleepover, so twin beds are fine for them. :)
Absolutely gorgeous!!!! Just shared on my FB page and pinned. One of the best guest room revels I’ve seen!! XXOO Christy @ Our Southern Home
Thank you for the kind comments and the FB share, Christy!!
Wow, that looks like a lot of work, but what a payoff! I especially love the grainsack look pillows, those are adorable, and the blue you chose is gorgeous!. I’d love it if you would share this at my first-ever link party at DIY:Done! at FlyingC-diy.com. The party is open now thru Sunday, and I’ll be partying every weekend, hope to see you there!
Hi Cori – Thank you so much for your kind comments and for the invite. Congrats on your first party! I will definitely link up.
Wow! Picking my jaw up off the floor! Your room is gorgeous! Please come decorated my house?!
Thank you, Amy! That’s so sweet!
Your guest room is beautiful and I love the cabinet! I’d love for you to share it with us at Sewlicious Home Decor! :) http://sewlicioushomedecor.com/saturday-showlicious-craft-showcase-party-3/
Marti
Hi Marti – Thank you so much for the invitation! I’ll link up to your next party!
love your cabinet redo, i would love to feature it, if that would be ok please let me know
Thank you! I am always happy to have my work featured so long as there is a link back to my post. :)
OMG….LOVE LOVE LOVE!!
Thank you, Martina!
I absolutely LOVE what you’ve done. If I were a guest, I’d never leave! Copying is the greatest flattery. I’d love to copy what you’ve done. I do have a small suggestion. I adore the lights next to the bed but the black cord is a bit distracting. Perhaps painting the cord the color of the wall would hide it in plain sight. If not the room is STILL FAAAAAbulous! Rita (glad I’m so good at math :-)
Thank you, Rita! I’ve considered painting the cord but haven’t yet decided what I want to do.
It’s a beautiful room. I love the IKEA frames above the beds.
Thank you! I really like those frames, too. :)
What a great makeover! I love the “non-conventional” use of the hutch as a bedside table!
Thank you!
Just found you through Savvy Southern Style. I love the bedroom makeover. Great choice in painting your piece in black. Have a great day!
Mary @ Orphans With Makeup
Thank you for visiting from Savvy Southern Style!! :)
Painting that cabinet black was the single biggest chance in this room. It looks fabulous! I mean really really fabulous!
Thank you so much, Teresa!
Your guest room makeover is stunning. What a wonderful job pulling everything together….
I’m so glad I have a math background…helped me to leave a comment. :) HaHa
Judith
Judith – Too funny! Thank you for your kind comments.
Kim the room looks Great, I love how the cabinet and chair turned out! The difference in the sheet sets is really not noticeable, don’t sweat it. Awesome job!
Found you at DIY by Design, I liked on FB.
Cindy@GlassSlipperRestorations.com
Thank you for hopping over from DIY by Design for for the FB like! I really appreciate your visiting and taking the time to leave a comment. :)
Your guestroom came out beautiful! I love how you refreshed new-to-you objects – beautiful!
Thank you, Delia!
Wow! What an awesome transformation! Love all your attention to detail.
Thank you!! :)
What a beautiful guest room! Your guests are never going to want to leave.
Thank you, Kelly!
What a gorgeous makeover. I love what you did with the craigslist find. The black makes it look so elegant. I would love for you to come and link this up to my Winter Blues Wednesday party going on right now. Hope to see you there. http://diybydesign.blogspot.com
Thank you, Judy! I just linked up. Thank you for the invite! :)
You did a fabulous job on the guest room. I love the lights, where did your hubby get them? All the details you added makes me want to come over and stay at your house!
Thank you! The lights are the Madison sconces from Pottery Barn and they are still available {here}.
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!!
I had the same issue with Target linens that were no longer available & I found the name of the style, then searched them out & found a match (still in the package) on EBay. Great deal, too.
Thank you, Bethany! I did look online but with no luck. :( So glad you had better results! Ebay is great for finding these types of things, isn’t it?!
This is gorgeous, Kim! I love how that cabinet turned out. It looks stunning in black. The beds look great, too. I wouldn’t spend too much time cringing over the different striped sheet sets. I think they look fine and can’t notice much difference in the pictures. This makeover was well worth your time. It is a great room and one any guest would be delighted to spend time in!
Thank you, Kathy!!! :)
This is unreal. I love every single detail. What a fabulous makeover. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
Thank you so much, Marty!!!! And thanks for hosting a fabulous link party!
Wow, I’m totally smitten by your new space! I am so in love with that chest – what a beautiful piece! And the light fixtures are super cool. Amazing job!
Kris – How sweet! Thank you! I had the light fixtures first and then added the chest so I was a little worried that they wouldn’t work together but I’m happy with how it turned out. :)
Very nice. I’m working on my guest room too and appreciate some of the ideas here. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! I hope you’re enjoying your project. :)
Your guest room is beautiful….love the beds and the chest in the middle….you did a great job!
Thank you!
Wonderful job! You’ve created a cozy space for your guests. My favorite thing, though, is that cabinet. It looks so pretty painted black!
Thank you, Zenda!
Wow.. that is stunning. The dark painted furniture is beautiful. And I love how you dealt with those closet doors. I have similar brass sliding doors and I hate them. Your new ones are so perfect for the space. BEAUTIFUL!
Thank you, Kim! I am much happier having the white painted doors instead of the brass ones. Now if I could only remove all the brass from my bathroom…. :)
Not finished yet??…your room makeover is fabulous….it’s magazine worthy…I love everything about it…the piece between the two beds looks great painted black…the whole room is just perfect…You did a great job.
Sue – Thank you for your sweet comments!! I really appreciate it!
This looks beautiful! I really love how the cabinet turned out–it really looks much classier in black! Any guest would be blessed to stay there.
Thank you, Carrie!
I love it! Your Craigslist piece is the perfect bold accent to the room! Great job <3
Thank you so much!
Fabulous! Wonderful ideas and execution. Love it!
Jennifer – Thank you so much for your kind comments!