Thursday, August 18, 2011

The Bathroom “Redo”

Okay, let me start by saying I haven’t done one thing to this bathroom since we moved in this house 5 years ago….not. ONE.thing….suffice to say this is the bathroom that Seth and Cameron use…..it is a large-ish bathroom, with A LOT of white tile….now I was not up to tearing out tile…been there….done that….have the scars to prove it….I decided to work with the white….white is easy….
Now, we all know by now that I am NOT so good at taking before photos….howevah, I did manage to snap some in the preparing to paint mode….this minty green color is just absolutely hideous….I hate it!

the before…..with spackle and various and sundry necessary tools strewn about….

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little, ugly vanity…..(it used to be white too….I did paint this when we moved in)

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the lone obligatory accessory….

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ugly light fixture…..

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we had already taken down the massive mirror that was on the wall…  no breakage I am happy to report….

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Now, this entire deal started with this fabric, which is not at all what I had in mind when I went looking for fabric to make a shower curtain and window treatments….yeah, you heard me…I MADE them….

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LOVED this the second I saw it….Sharon found me the fabulous perfect trim….she’s good like that…

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this vanity I found at a consignment shop…it came with the granite top, undermount sink and oil rubbed bronze faucet….got it for $250.00….I thought that was a GREAT deal!
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my faux roman shade…

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the two “missing tiles” is where the toothbrush holder and soap dish were….we have the tiles but have not replaced them yet…

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the chamber pot I got at the 100 mile yard sale with a  pony tail fern in it….

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new light fixture and mirror…







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the walls are painted “Down Home” by Sherwin Williams…
prints are in route…. ;)

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So what do you think?  I still have to tweak a bit, get some towels and stuff…

Before…

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After….

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Steve did all installations and removal of vanities, mirrors, light fixtures and plumbing…and well you know….plumbing can be a biotch!  But he was successful……thank you sweetie :)

before….
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after….
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Thank you so much for stopping by! 

I am linking up with Kim at Wow Us Wednesdays over at Savvy Souther Style.








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36 comments:

  1. A Southern RoseAugust 18, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Everything looks so beautiful! What a difference! I love that fabric with the roses. It's very pretty. Love the new vanity too. Great job!

    Hugs,
    Lee Laurie

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  2. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 18, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Wow, what a fabulous redo. I love the vanity and you definitely got a deal. I love the wall color and the fabric choice is gorgeous. Beautiful job. Hugs, Marty

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsAugust 18, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Wow! It looks great, Lou Cinda! I love the new wall color and what a great deal on the vanity! I noticed that first thing. You did a great job on the shower curtain and window treatments. I think you're coming around to this sewing thing!

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  4. chlvieAugust 18, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Nice! What a big change so much warmer. I'll be anxious to see your final details.

    Chlvie

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  5. The Country NestAugust 18, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Wow you did a great job. I love the colors and the fabric. Worth the wait!

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  6. Betty @ Country CharmAugust 18, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    Very Chic!!!!

    Blessings...Betty @ Country Charm

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  7. LuLu KelloggAugust 18, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    WOW Lou Cinda....what an amazing transformation! I love the fabrics you chose and the paint is perfect. Fabulous job!!

    LuLu~*xoxo

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  8. JaneAugust 18, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    The bathroom looks fabulous!! It's hard to believe it's the same space. Love the color and the vanity and your curtains and shower curtain are the perfect finishing touch! You and your hubby are to be commented!!
    Jane

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  9. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 18, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Looking good Lou Cinda!!! Love that vanity...great style and PRICE!!! What a perfect spot for your chamber pot:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  10. time worn interiorsAugust 18, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    OMGoodness! I looks fabulous! I love it! I can't believe you found that vanity with granite and faucet for $250! Wish I could find a deal like that! Girl you did a great job! Love the wall color as well!

    My bathroom are the last rooms we are gonna redo, but I have to wait till we get back from Texas to do those!

    tot

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  11. GailAugust 18, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    WOW Lou Cinda, you and hubby did a great job! Love the new wall color and your choice of fabric. That chamber pot was an awesome find.

    Have a wonderful evening,
    Gail

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  12. Tammy @ Type AAugust 18, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    beautiful,great job on the window coverings and shower curtain!

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  13. Blondie's JournalAugust 18, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Oh, girl...what a great job you did!! I love every single detail and I am in awe over the deal you got on the vanity and counter!! it's gorgeous, all of it. Love the color scheme you chose, too. The greens are beautiful. GREAT job!!

    XO,
    Jane

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  14. On Crooked CreekAugust 18, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    LouCinda,
    Magnicifient! That fabric is stunning and your sewing skills are improving rapidly!!! Thanks for sharing this inspirational post!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  15. The Quintessential MagpieAugust 18, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    This just made my night. You did a super job, Lou Cinda. A lot of hard work, but it sure paid off. How do you do these thing? You put us all to shame... painting, sewing, upholstering. I'm SO jealous! And the bath is just neat-o mosquito. ;-)

    You are NOT going to believe this. Mr. Magpie now has (are you ready for this?)... SHINGLES. I just sat down and cried today. But God is always good and will see us through this, too.

    This brightened my day, and I'm always up for a visit with you.

    XO,

    Sheila

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  16. ℳartina @ Northern NestingAugust 18, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Lou Cinda I LOVE LOVE LOVE your bathroom makeover!! The color the fabric the curtains and your new vanity all beautiful!! Kuddos to the hubby! Martina

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  17. ℳartina @ Northern NestingAugust 18, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    PS- I'm lovin the empty frames on the wall! Martina

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  18. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleAugust 18, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Nice job and what a steal on the vanity!!

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  19. yodafatkittyAugust 19, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Very pretty! I love the print above the towel bar. Seems like an unexpected place to place a print. Such a nice surprise.
    Come do my little powder room please?!!

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  20. Rosemary@villabarnesAugust 19, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Much prettier. The room has life now. I like the rich colors.

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  21. MarigeneAugust 19, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    You did a fantastic makeover of the bathroom...it is gorgeous, Lou Cinda!

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  22. AnonymousAugust 20, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    So lively! I love the changes, especially the vanity area. We purchased a similar one on clearance at Lowe's a few years back and I found a gorgeous mirror at Ross and hung similar lighting on top just as you've done here. Love the monogrammed lamp. Second one I see today. I think I'll be a copycat. ;)

    Much love!

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  23. SharonAugust 20, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Wow! What a huge difference color makes in this room. The vanity is wonderful. Steve did a great job on his installing. Everything looks so pretty. As I have told you before the pictures really don't do your work justice. It is so much prettier than it shows on the pictures. So what is our next adventure project?

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  24. TeresaAugust 21, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I love that paint color! And you did a fabulous job on the sewing projects as usual. Love that fabric too! Seeing how great that looks "almost" makes me want to do some decorating. ;)

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  25. SueAugust 21, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    Lou Cinda- Your bathroom is looking might fine, girl!! Love the fabric choices (who doesn't like gingham?) Great deal on the vanity, of course. Gotta love a good price! And what a great "pot" to place your fern in! LOL
    hugs, Sue

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  26. Donna, The Decorated HouseAugust 21, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Hi Lou Cinda~
    The new bath looks great! No doubt this was a lot of work, but it sure looks worth it. It's actually amazing how many things stayed the same, but you have a much newer updated look.

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  27. Passionate for WhiteAugust 22, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    What a transformation!

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  28. SHERRY HARTAugust 23, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    That is quite the before...and quite the after! I love the new vanity. For someone who does not sew...you faked us out pretty good with the shower curtain and window treatment!!!

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  29. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Listen you, 5 years goes fast doesn't it.
    Buh Buy mint green. Hello LouCinda Beige.
    Now it's yours! Most Excellent on the frames.

    xo Jeanne.

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  30. KatAugust 26, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    GORGEOUS makeover!

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  31. KimMalkAugust 28, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Okay--it looks great! I'm so terribly jealous of that vanity you found on consignment! Wonderful fabric pick, girl.

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  32. Barbara JeanAugust 28, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    oh so pretty! great job.

    off to fix dinner.

    blessings
    barb

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  33. decorator to the starsSeptember 3, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    LUV YOUR BLOG :) STOP BY & SAY HI GIO

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  34. The Quintessential MagpieSeptember 21, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    You did a GREAT job! An absolutely GREAT job!

    I'm so proud of you.

    XO,

    Sheila

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  35. Kristal @ Engineering Life and StyleOctober 4, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    The new paint color really warms up the space...very nice!

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  36. LisaJanuary 31, 2013 at 8:19 PM

    I can't get over how much better the bathroom looks now.

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