Description
I wanted something soft, classic and neutral that would eventually transition to Elena's big girl bedroom. Initially I had painted her walls a medium gray with aqua, light pink and dark pink accents. As time went on I grew to dislike the gray walls more and more. My husband kept telling me that it needed to be something softer, more feminine (this coming from a guys guy!). I chose a soft mint color for the walls and added in gold, white and pink accents. I transferred the decor and furniture that wasn't used in the new design to her playroom. Not only does my husband love the transformation, but Elena does too!
Design Inspiration
I enjoy browsing Pinterest, Project Nursery, Instagram and other children's interior design blogs for ideas. I love children's rooms that are comfortable and practical.
Decorating Style
Simple and classic. I try not to get too trendy as the hubby isn't as keen on changing design pieces out so often!
Project Details
Rug: RugsUSA
Kendall Crib: Pottery Barn Kids
Lamp: Pottery Barn Kids
Mirror: Lowes
Glider: Pottery Barn Kids
Dresser: Macy's
Daybed: West Elm
Side Table: Target
Wall Color: White Mint (SW)
Wall Shelves: Target
Wire Toy Basket: Target
Gallery Wall Prints: Minted and Etsy
Well Nested in Pink Crib Sheet, Daybed Bedding, Changing Pad Cover: The Land of Nod
Other Items: The gold painted mason jars and paper chandelier mobile came from Etsy. Love that site! The elephant figurines were a gift from Elena's Papa. The star cushion on the glider is from an online company call Essi and Co. in Australia. Such cute things and the shop owner is awesome! The yellow blanket on the glider was made by my mom. The cloud pillow, believe it or not, was found at Hallmark for $11! The two dolls on the glider are called Sweet Dreams Dolls and were purchased from an online children's store called Growing Footprints.
Favorite Items
My favorite items in the room would be the elephant figurines from Elena's Papa, the yellow blanket that my mom made and the picture of us with Elena's birth parents. All of those items are very special to me and my husband.
Advice
Don't be afraid to change something if you decide it didn't work the way you wanted it to.
Lauren
Monday 19th of March 2018
What is the paint color used?
Shannon LeFebvre
Monday 4th of April 2016
Hi Nicole, the circle dot chandelier mobile is from an Etsy store called Little Drops of Sun. I ordered it custom but I believe she now has it listed in her shop.
Nicole
Monday 4th of April 2016
Where is the mint, white and gold mobile from?? :)
Shannon
Wednesday 14th of October 2015
Aw, thank you Courtney! Yep, White Mint from SW. I didn't alter it but I also didn't prime the walls. I painted over a medium gray color which gave it a little more depth probably. Although I did paint 3 coats of the White Mint over it. Some days it looks very light and others you can definitely see the mint. Elena's room gets full afternoon sun though. Hope that helps!
Courtney
Wednesday 14th of October 2015
I love what you did in this room!! Did you alter the paint at all? This color looks much more white in my room but I do have less light coming in. Sherwin Williams white mint right?