How I’m designing the Farmhouse Style Master Bedroom of my dreams (and then making it come to life in just six weeks)!
Oh my goodness!
I’ve been dying to share this news for months with y’all!
You may have heard mention of it on Monday in my {Currently} post, but today I’m finally revealing what I’ve had up my sleeve …
I am CRAZY excited to be taking part in the One Room Challenge hosted by Calling it Home! Have you heard of it? Basically, I’ll be working my butt off (with a ton of help from hubs) to completely transform one room in our home in just six weeks. That’s right folks … SIX WEEKS!
I must be nuts!
We actually took part in the Spring making over Carson’s Rustic Big Boy Bedroom and had so much fun doing it that I couldn’t help but sign on again this Fall!
You may have guessed which room I’ll be working on (my post title didn’t leave much to the imagination), but now I cannot wait to share my design plans!
So, here’s what we’ll be starting with:
It doesn’t get more “blank slate” than this.
Now, before I die of embarrassment, I just need to clarify a few things:
one. We purchased a king size bed for ourselves after moving into our new (to us) home this Spring, though aside from the sheets, I haven’t quite gotten around to finding some proper bedding yet. Doesn’t it look terrible?
two. We used to have a very pretty headboard (see it in our old home tour here), but it no longer fits our new king size bed, so back to the drawing board we go.
three. I did NOT hang that curtain rod an inch above the window and so, I accept absolutely no blame (aside from not moving it yet) for the puddle of curtains on the floor.
four. We have been planning to replace our old closet doors for months now, but have only gotten as far as removing the old doors (you can see the “new” ones hiding there in the back).
Now that you’ve seen it at its worst, let’s imagine it all at its best, shall we?
Iโve been pinning away all sorts of inspiration (check out my Master Bedroom Inspiration board) for ages and Iโve got to say, Iโm SO, SO excited that weโre finally โ FINALLY โ ready to start work on the Farmhouse Style Master Bedroom of my dreams!
I’m planning to work within a neutral colour palette to develop a rustic, yet classic farmhouse style. This room needs to be a comfy, cozy & luxurious retreat.
So here’s what I’m thinking:
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE our hardwood floors and, though the colour is not everyone’s taste, I love the lightness they bring to the room and won’t be changing a thing about them! Everything else however, needs to go! From the ceiling, walls, lighting and trim – every inch of this room is due for an update.
I’ll be starting by brightening things up a bit with white EVERYTHING – walls, ceiling, doors and trim will all be getting a few coats of my favourite warm white paint.
I’m planning to create a subtle focal wall with this pretty stencil and sew up some curtains with this gorgeous linen.
And what farmhouse would be complete without some shiplap like this lovely planked wall from Love Grows Wild?!
This farmhouse style chandelier has me totally swooning!
And of course, the most important part of any bedroom – the bed …
Complete with the most luxurious bedding!
And, I have to say, I’m completely over the moon excited about the amazing decor accents I’ve found at Birch Lane!
Having a total blank slate to start with, thereโs really just endless possibilities before us! Unfortunately, endless possibilities donโt necessarily mean and endless budget. Bummer right?! To not only keep track of all of our supplies and plans, but also our budget weโve been using this awesome new tool called Itsums (you can read all about how it works here)! Plus, if youโre looking for sources for all of my fab finds, youโll find them all pinned to my Master Bedroom Inspiration board (with links to everything)! Itโs been an absolute lifesaver as we embark on our renovation journey and I know it will come in so handy as we move through each room in our home!!!
Because this gal LOVES her lists, Iโd like to leave you with a quick rundown of everything weโve got planned:
-paint walls, doors, ceiling & trim
-stencil wall
-plank the ceiling
-change baseboards & trim
-change light fixture
-refinish dresser & bedside tables
-make & hang curtains
-refinish & mount antique closet doors
-sew pillows
-sew bedskirt
-build faux fireplace
I’ve actually created a few pieces for my new bedroom already like this DIY Trumea Mirror (see how I gave it that antique finish here):
As well as this pretty Barn Wood Jewelry Hanger:
And, of course, I’ve also got a ton of shopping to do! Check out my entire shopping list here (updated with purchases and new finds as they come).
Whew!!!
Now thatโs a ton to do in just six weeks! I can’t wait to start crossing things off of that list!
With a ton of fun DIYโs planned, these six weeks are sure to make for THE BUSIEST Fall EVER, but Iโm so, so excited to get started!
Hmmmmmm โฆ what have I gotten myself into?!
Find tutorials for all of our Farmhouse Master Bedroom Projects below:
Wishing you SUCH a lovely day!
Kristi- I’m so happy to see you participating again! It is so fun seeing what everyone is up to with this challenge… and you can’t beat the encouragement and support from all the participants. Looking forward to following along on your ORC journey. Looks like you have some amazing plans for this space!
Thanks so much Erin! Right now I’m totally feeling overwhelmed with it all, but you’re right, there’s something about going through that craziness with so many fantastic bloggers that are sitting in that very same boat! Here’s hoping it all comes together as planned!
I am so excited you are doing this again! You did an incredible job last time and this time I don’t doubt the room will look phenomenal! Love, Love your ideas and the light and bed are by far the best details! Yey!
Awwww, thank you SO much Gilly! You’re super sweet comment totally just made my day! Now, here’s hoping it all comes together as planned!
Yay!!! I’m so happy you’re doing it again too and I cannot wait to see what y’all do with this space, it’s going to be beautiful!!!
We must be nuts! But I just couldn’t resist ๐ Can’t wait to see how everything comes together! Looking forward to following along with your patio as well Emily!!!
Yay! Those plans look great. You have a really blank slate to start with which is a good thing!! That bed though… killer!
Eeeek! SO excited to be doing this with you again Ashley! Thanks so much! Here’s hoping everything comes together for us both as planned!
Such exciting news Kristi!!i can’t wait to see it come together -that’s gorgeous inspiration!!
Thanks so much Krista! I’m totally over the moon! I can’t wait to see how it all turns out!
I can’t wait to see all that you do!! Love the inspiration board!
Thank you SO much Amanda! I can’t wait to get started!
I so enjoyed following Carson’s room makeover and so I’m looking forward to seeing this room makeover too. Judging by your inspiration board, it should be gorgeous!.
Awwww, thank you SO much Marie! I hope you’re right ๐
Can’t wait to see the awesomeness you bring to your room! And there is nothing as beautiful as farmhouse. The planked ceiling with that new light are very inspiring. Very excited for you.
Thank you SO, SO much Peggy! I hope it looks as pretty when it’s all done as it does in my head ๐
I’m participating too! Can’t wait to see how your master bedroom turns out. I love the inspiration!
Yay!!! SO excited to follow along with you too Sarah!!!
Such a great space to work with! Can’t wait to follow along!!
Thank you SO much Bre!!! I can’t wait to get started with things!!!
How exciting! I wish I had a space that needed a complete overhaul, so instead I’ll live vicariously through you and your master bedroom makeover! I LOVE where you’re headed with this and I can’t wait to follow along!
Awwwww, well not having a space that needs a complete overhaul isn’t such a bad thing Katie!!! Thanks so much for the encouragement friend!
I’m SO happy you are doing the one room challenge again! I loved following along with your son’s bedroom transformation last time. For my house, I’ve been incorporating a lot of farmhouse style as well. I haven’t gotten to decorating the master bedroom at all yet, so I’m excited to get some inspiration from you.
Awwwwww, thank you SO, SO much Jenna! You are much too sweet! I hope everything comes together as I’m picturing and that you can find a ton of inspiration in it all! xo
Kristi, wow I love your inspiration and your design board! So farm house chic! So thrilled to be doing ORC with you again! You were one of my biggest cheerleaders and one of the reasons I decided to take the plunge again. You always amaze me with your major DIY projects, and I can’t wait to see what you do this round! Let’s do this!
Oh yay!!! I’m SO happy we’re in this together again! I loved going through it all with you last time around and especially love the connection that we’ve formed because of it! Can’t wait to walk this journey with you again my friend! xo
That light! Oh my goodness, I’m obsessed with it. What a beautiful space you are creating! I can’t wait to watch another one of your amazing transformations.
Thank you SOOOO much Carrie!!! I had so much fun planning this out, but now the hard work starts …. eeeek! Wish me luck girl!
Kristi, I LOVE your plank, white plank walls, the light is just stunning! I am so excited to follow along! I loved your boys room you did in the spring too! Best of luck, and thanks so so much for the encouragement over on my blog! ๐
oops, I love your Plan!
Thank you Mindi!!! Now here’s hoping it all comes together as planned!!!
This room is going to be a gorgeous! I love all of the light and airy, with a little rustic elements thrown in. I loved your son’s bedroom makeover from the spring. I am taking part in the challenge for the first time and redoing my boy’s bedroom. I actually came across your boy bedroom while looking for ideas online. Loved it! I am so excited to follow along and see how this room transforms!
I was super excited to see that you’re taking part Emily and cannot wait to follow along! Thank you so much for your sweet words and encouragement (I’ve no doubt that I’m going to need it!)!
LOVELY!! I adore your plans!!!
Thank you SO much Heather! I can’t wait to get started!
I remember your sons room from the last challenge-it was amazing as I’m sure this room will be also!!
Awwww, thank you SO much Roxanne! I’m sure hoping you’re right ๐ xo
I’m with you on the light floor love and oh how I adore shiplap!!! Love, love your plans…the bed and chandelier are so pretty!
Thank you so much Christine! I cannot wait to see how it all comes together!
I love your farmhouse master plans. I’m doing my master too! I am even contemplating that light fixture. It’s on sale right now at Joss and Main in case you’re interested in getting it there. Can’t wait to see how your master turns out. I loved your Rustic boys room from the spring challenge.
Charla
Thank you!!! How fun that we’ll both be taking on our bedrooms and it sounds like we have very similar tastes too! Can’t wait to follow along! And thanks so much for the heads up about the sale!
This looks amazing Kristi! I love your style ๐ Can’t wait to see how your room evolves!! Ps – LOVE that chandelier!
Thank you Lindi! I was so excited to find your post today too! Will be so fun to do this together!!! xo
Wow, your blank slate could be a lot of peoples’ finished product! Love the plans though, I’m sure it’s going to turn out amazing! I chose to do our bedroom, and this is my first ORC, so I’m thankful to have inspiration and ideas from talented people like you. Also, I am going to have to check out Itsums, sounds awesome!
You are much too sweet Kelly! Thank you! I can’t wait to check out your bedroom too and follow along as you work your way through your first ORC! And you definitely should check Itsums out – it’s brilliant!!! Thanks again!
I adore everything you’ve picked out. This transformation is going to be amazing! Can’t wait to watch!
Thank you Kyla!!! Here’s hoping it all comes together as planned now!
Love your style!
Thank you SO much Janice! I can’t wait to see how this all comes together!!!
I love your design & the bed frame is so lovely. I am also taking part in the ORC. Good luck & I’ll be following along! Hollie
Thanks Hollie! Can’t wait to check out what you’re up to too! Wishing you luck!
Wow! Sounds like a challenge! I’m in the process of redoing our master bedroom as well. It is a more daunting project than it seems like it would be– but sounds like you’ve got a beautiful plan in mind! Good luck!
It’s incredibly daunting Abigail! Good luck with your room makeover as well!!!
Glad to see you in the ORC again, my friend! I love your plans (that chandelier…SWOON) and look forward to following along!
Thanks SO much Angela!!! I cannot wait to see how everything comes together! Very much looking forward to following along with your laundry room too my friend! Good luck!!!
This room is going to look great once you get it done and I can’t wait to see the progress. I have just a few finishing touches to do on our master bedroom, but I keep dragging my feet.
Carrie
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Thank you SO much Carrie! I’m hoping this ORC will give me the motivation to finally get this done!
This is going to be fabulous!!!! Love your plans!
Thank you SO much Samantha!!!
Kristi,
I already think your bedroom has some really beautiful elements so I can’t wait to see how your makeover turns out! Thanks so much for stopping by and linking up with Dream. Create. Inspire. Link! I’ll bee following your progress!
Cat
Awwww, thank you SO much Cat! I cannot wait to see how this all comes together!
What fun this will be to watch the transformation of your bedroom. Can’t wait to see the reveal!
We’d love for you to share this post and of course the reveal over at Your Inspired Design, a cooperative link party on 6 blogs. Hope to see you there!
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Thank you Gloria! I’m dying to see how it turns out too ๐ Will definitely pop by!
Farmhouse style is one of my favorites!! Your inspiration items are great ! We have room in our master bedroom for a king size bed,,,but you are right..it takes a bit of time and money to get all the new accessories that go with it! Have fun!! Stopping in from Wicker House blog hop.
I’m totally crushing on all things “farmhouse” style too Dawna! I hadn’t really thought through everything buying a new bed would entail, but I have to say, having a king size bed has been glorious and makes those nights that our son jumps in just a little less crowded ๐ Thanks so much!
Definitely loving everything you have picked out! It is going to look fantastic. Can’t wait to see it all put together. You will likely never want to leave that space ๐ It would be a tad stressful to get everything done in 6 weeks, BUT it would make you get it done in 6 weeks! HA! I think that is just what I would need to get my tail in gear on some projects. Best of luck- visiting you from Savvy Southern Style. Have a great weekend!
Thank you SO, SO much for your sweet comment Brooke! The timeline is definitely the most stressful part, but you’re right, it’s so nice to have an entire room done in just six weeks! I’m absolutely dying to see how it all comes together!!!
It looks awesome… I can’t wait to see the finished room!
Thank you SO much Tammy!!!
I like your choices! Have fun with it! Thanks for linking up with Thursday Favorite Things!
Thank you SO, SO much! I cannot wait to see how it all turns out!
Kristi, I am so excited to see how you transform your master bedroom. I know you will work your magic and it will be beautiful! And thank you so much for joining us at Create โข Share โข Inspire, we hope to see you back next week.
Thank you SO, SO much Alicia! Here’s hoping you’re right! ๐
So So nice! What a beautiful makeover, so warm and cozy! Thank you so much for sharing on MMM! See you next party!
CAthy
Thank you SO much Cathy! Here’s hoping it turns out as gorgeous as it looks in my head ๐
It’s going to be great! I hope you’ll share it at our Pretty Preppy Party when it’s finished!
Thank you SO much Julie! You bet I will ๐