Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Warm To Cool In The Guest Room

I’ve had very warm colors in our guest room, which is great for the chilly and cold months, but it’s time for a change.  I am typing this post on an 80 degree day and, while breezy out, it’s still warm inside.  Since I now have everything I need to do my change over for the warmer months in the guest room, I decided to get started.  Here is the room as you last saw it.

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I got the sheets from Ikea along with a lightweight comforter to fit inside a duvet I already had.  The dust ruffle is the Shabby Chic line from Target. 

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The sheers are also from Ikea.  I couldn’t pass them up at $4.99 a pair and they are nice and long.  They are very much like a netting so if you were looking for something like that to do a bed canopy, these would be perfect.

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The only other thing I have to do in here now is repaint the armoire and the two little shelf pieces I have flanking the window.  They are going from black to Old White {for the armoire} and Heirloom White spray paint for the little shelves.

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Just changing the bedding and the curtains has made this room feel much cooler for the warmer months.

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31 comments:

Stitchfork said...

That made a big difference - lovin' the cool look!

Unknown said...

Hi Kathy, sometimes little touches make big changes! I like yours :-)

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Great changes, the room is so pretty and it really does look cooler. Great idea for the change. Hugs, Marty

Anonymous said...

I love it, Kathy! Your guest bedroom is so inviting! Great changes!

At The Picket Fence said...

It looks so beautiful Kathy! I LOVE that bedding! :-)
Vanesa

Blondie's Journal said...

The room looks so pretty, Kathy, and yes, perfect for the warm months. I love the wall color, you can do so many color schemes in here. And I love all of your sweet touches, the details are wonderful!

XO,
Jane

Michele M./ Finch Rest said...

OK, looks like you have "my" room all ready for a visit now, haha.

Seriously though, it looks so refreshed and seasonally awesome.

I sure love your armoire, too - whatever colour it is a wonderful piece.

Hugs.

Okio B Designs said...

Looks nice and breezy now.

Jeanine

Yvonne @ StoneGable said...

It's great to lighten up when the worm weather comes! Great job and I love that you didn't break the bank!!
Those sheers are just begging for a warm gentle breeze!~

This N That said...

You're right ..Much better

JP said...

Lovin, the new look...enjoy!

Cynthia said...

Kathy, love the changes and those pillows on the bed...fantastic! Did you make them or buy them? I am sure you made them with your talent. I can't sew a thing.

Cynthia

Manuela@A Cultivated Nest said...

Your rooms is so pretty Kathy! Lighter colors do make you feel cooler in the summer. I always change my sheet colors to the white and pale blues in the summer and red and black for the winter.

Anonymous said...

Great minds must think alike. I'm just changing my bedroom linens to lighter ones for summer. Your room is just beautiful.

must love junk said...

I love the lighter look-so pretty!
Susan

pam {simple details} said...

I love changing things up with the seasons ~ very pretty!

The Polka Dot Closet said...

Love the new light colors and I love IKEA too...The best prices

Carol

SheilaG @ Plum Doodles said...

The changes look wonderful, Kathy! I liked the old look, too, though. Looking forward to seeing that cabinet redo- it's gorgeous as is, but you know how much I love to paint things white. :)

Shabby chic Sandy said...

I love the cool look!

Recreate and Decorate said...

Yes I love it too!

Sherry @ No Minimalist Here said...

Kathy, I love the new look! The lighter look is beautiful.
Hugs,
Sherry

Unknown said...

Love the lighter look. I also love the armoire. I think I would love it even more in white.

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Kathy,
I just love this new look with the toile and black and cream or white. I have this in my house too and never tire of it.
Love your pillows and the sign above the bed. Gorgeous. Your quests will never leave. I love to change things up for the season too.
Hugs, Celestina Marie

DIYbyDesign said...

I love the changes in the room. Looks great and much cooler for summer.

Kelly said...

I love the change! I like the contrast of the white against the darker walls.

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

It does look all refreshed for summer Kathy. Love the creams, blacks and whites.

farmhouse-story said...

love the bright, pretty look, kathy! and your armoire:)

Karen @ A Stylish Interior said...

Hi Kathy! Your guest room looks great! Really looks "freshened" up. Also, really love the chair makeover in the post below! Is that where you blog? Cause it's way too neat! LOL!
http://www.astylishinterior.com

Kim @ French Country Antiques said...

Nice summer update. What a difference color can make!

Cassie Bustamante said...

love the new look- it feels very fresh!

Maria Elena said...

Love the bedding! The room looks beautiful!

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