Vintage

Never, EVER, did I think I would paint a room blush pink.  Yet, here we are and…I LOVE it!  Now, let’s get to the back story.
We moved into our beautiful, new (to us) home in March of 2020.  Yes, right at the start of the pandemic.  It was a tough time for our sweet girl, her whole world had been turned upside down in a matter of weeks.  Once we were settled, I knew I wanted to make her room special and something that she would love as she grows up (I’m not crying…).
Her room at the new house has beautiful vaulted ceilings, two bright windows, and ample space to spread out.  She had spent her time distance learning in our dining room this past year, but I was ready to reclaim my space and give her some much needed privacy (cue seven year old attitude).  We were on a pretty tight budget as we are doing other projects around the house.  Thank goodness for Target!  We found the perfect desk, bookcases, and accessories.  Great quality, affordable and so, so cute!
Together, we chose the perfect blush pink, Head Over Heels by Benjamin Moore.  She squealed in delight as I painted all that luscious pinkness on the walls.  I have to be honest, it felt a little pink overload at first.  However, once we put everything back into the room and added those pops of turquoise…wow, I was a little jealous!  I painted the wooden storage bins to match the turquoise in the throw pillow.  They give that perfect pop of color in the book cases while still providing cute storage.
The dollhouse also received a little makeover.  Fresh paint, some new furniture and decor.  It’s a favorite amongst my daughters friends when they come over for a playdate.  And, let’s be honest, me too.
What I love about paint is how it transforms a space for not a lot of money.  It really allows you to be creative and bold.  My daughter and I had a great time creating her new space together and I know it’s something we will love for years to come.

What can I say about this airy coastal-inspired nursery? It’s soft, elegant, minimal and just so effortlessly breezy. The design all came to life when my client shared a few products she had fallen in love with; including this gorgeous rosette rug and playful bird art print from LD Shoppe. It set the tone for the entire space and I quickly began pulling together muted, natural and textural elements… like an oversized waffle blanket, muslin crib sheet, boucle ottoman and beaded chandelier.
Pattern combinations can bring tons of visual interest to a space. I opted for a more subtle mix for this nursery with a textured dusty pink pillow paired with a golden and cream bird cushion. A bold pinstripe pillow adds depth and contrast against a dainty blue floral pattern and a few pink soft toys add a sweet feminine touch.
What’s a nursery without stellar furniture? This dresser and crib combo from Crate & Kids adds the perfect touch of sophistication with pops of antique brass alongside a gold floor lamp and geometric mobile. Since I love mixing metals we decided to go with a black curtain rod to tie-in some of the bolder elements in the room, as seen in the black metal mirror and framed art print. Finally, to soften things up just a smidge we sourced a wooden side table and I love the warmth it adds while complementing the warm creamy tones in the space.
I absolutely love how this nursery turned out; it feels playful yet mature, minimal yet layered and brings such a deep sense of calm. It’s like skipping through a field of wild flowers on a cool summer’s night! When a space evokes such a clear picture and makes you feel something so real… well that’s the cherry on top.

I found a dollhouse for sale by an owner who hand made it. The bones of the structure were so strong and beautiful but the aesthetic of it was not my favorite so I decided to buy it and completely redo it! I used Benjamin Moore neutral paints and floral wallpaper after sanding it down. Now it’s a beautiful, neutral, girly little dollhouse for my daughter who is starting to grow her Maileg mice doll collection!

I wanted to design a space that felt fresh and inviting, with hints of the countryside. By incorporating vintage and modern accents, along with a neutral ombre wall mural, this room feels old-world-made-new, perfect for a baby boy or girl.

We’ve gone bananas! Lea turned 7 and was so excited to finally be able to have a party with her friends and regain some childhood normalcy. She also just finished in person school which given what’s been going on was huge for the kids. When I asked her what theme she wanted she said ” I just want to go bananas” and so our banana theme was born. I wanted to create a stunning yellow vintage banana concept. With the help of my secret weapon, 3 little birds who burned the midnight oil painting every piece in different shades of yellow, I was able to achieve that.

The stunner’s were definitely the vintage chairs that we hand selected and painted to resemble an ombre shades of yellow. We maintained the ombre concept with the tableware and the desserts. The table stunned everyone. I had never seen such a beautiful bouquet of flowers. The bright yellows were so perfect for this summer frontyard party. Each touch was thought out from the banana placecards done by Anne Jones to the banana stir sticks by Creative Amme. The banana cake and mini donuts were the cutest thing we’ve ever seen. Janice Wong just gets it. She also bring the vision to life with her beautiful and modern looking desserts.

The kids jumped around in a pastel yellow bounce house from Bounce Couture that was ballooned to keep up with the ombre concept by Shana Sharp of Sharp Balloons. Lea had an amazing time and so did her friends. It was so nice to see so much joy in their faces. The kids went home with cookies from Doughy Dogs and custom tote bags.

Our popular Gold Dust Crib Collection pops on the baby crib that features an antiqued finish.  This white and gold baby bedding features a gold stripe crib sheet, crib skirt accented with tassels and optional gold and white crib rail cover.  One of our top selling crib bedding sets, the Gold Dust Collection is extremely versatile and can blend easily with a variety of nursery styles.

The white ship lap wall is the perfect backdrop and adds farmhouse flair.  The ladder in the corner is a convenient spot for holding baby blankets and adds a rustic touch.  Greenery is an easy way to add color and bring nature inside.  The sweet leaf rings and and garland give the room a boho vibe.

An antique white dresser, featuring gold drawer pulls, adds romantic charm and was a flea market find.  Subtle gold accents can be seen throughout the room including the wall mirror, crib, floating shelves and baby bedding.

Using the top of a dresser in the nursery as a changing station is a clever idea.  It eliminates the need for a separate changing table and saves space in the room.

Wood plank floors provide a rustic feel and add to the vintage ambiance of the room.  A tribal area rug from Rugs USA adds a soft play spot for Lonnie Renee.  The touch of pink in the rug coordinates with the blush pink curtains from Wayfair and cozy pom pom blanket.

A white rocker anchors a special spot for reading, feedings and cuddling.  The angel painting on the wall is in memory of Rachel’s mom who passed away of cancer in 2018.  Such a sweet meaningful and personal touch to the room.

An ottoman pouf from Target is the perfect spot for relaxing tired feet.

Mixing new and old can create a one-of-a-kind room for a baby girl!  Shopping for unique treasures at thrift shops and antique stores can be fun and inspirational.  Look for vintage furniture pieces, rustic shelving, second-hand books and artwork.  Pages from classic books from years ago are fun to frame and hang on the walls.

For some time now, I really like the interiors with a forest motif. I never thought to arrange such a theme in a child’s room. Until I found a wonderful wallpaper from Coloray.
 
My son’s room has now become such an original and magical place.
We made order with the toys. Now we only left a small bookcase and a table with chairs. The room was bigger. My son is very happy. He walks all the time repeating that he has a forest in his room.
 
Now we are just looking for a lamp with an owl motif and it will be perfect. We wholeheartedly recommend Coloray wallpapers.

This was the first room we renovated when we moved into this house. Our son no longer needed a crib, so I knew I wanted to do a room that fit his personality, which is fun and playful! I stuck with the neutral white, but went with bright color accents! I love how it turned out! Follow @bugandotterhome for sources and more inspiration.