Nana Love

And now that you don't have to be perfect, you can be good.

John Steinbeck

Holly and Greta's room started out a little rough. We didn't have a crib. I was planning on picking one up from Ikea when we got here, but then Ikea stopped selling cribs. We found one second hand instead for $60. Having the crib in the room makes a big difference. I got rid of the yellow side table. At some point, I'd like to replace their bookshelf, even if it's just with something from Ikea like this. But right now, that's not a priority. I would like to either purchase a moroccan pouf or try my hand at crocheting a big old pouf. I think that could be really cool, however if I decide to make a pouf that'll probably have to wait until after Christmas. I'd love to get a little lamp to put on their dresser and make some fabric baskets to replace the current white drawer dividers that are used to hold socks and tights, etc. We ordered this print and I'm going to hang it above Greta's crib. On the wall above both their beds, I plan on putting up a whole bunch of different prints and photos including this princess and the pea embroidery (once I have it embroidered of course) and this free printable. I'm not in love with Holly's bedding. The color of the walls makes it feel really harsh so I'd like to switch that out and make a couple pillows too. Holly was playing with some spools of thread yesterday and totally inspired me. I'm really excited to get going on that. I think it's going to be really pretty. We'll see if I can get that done before Christmas. I'd also like to make some curtains and a throw pillow or two for the glider. Ha. My goal for the room is: simple, comfortable and personal. Without spending too much. Hopefully I can make it happen!

Before. It looked even worse when it was messy!H&G ROOM
The girls have a great closet that we're using to store all sorts of things besides clothing.H&G ROOM
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After. By no means is it a miracle transformation that you'd see on HGTV, but I feel like it's a good start.H&G ROOM
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Greta

Antoinette

I love the princess and the pea embroidery. The only thing i would change is to have the princess’ nighty done solid not just outlined. i would use the same stitch as for her hair. Everything looks great. It is a really big room. Holly can’t crawl out of the window with the dresser under the window, can she? I love the crib for Greta. Perfecly simple.

liz

I love your ideas and prints for the room. The embroidery sounds and looks especially cute! It’ll become an heirloom for sure! The crib made a big difference! i was so happy to see the girls’ quilts being used! Your makin it all happen Katie!

Julie

Really cute room! I’m totally with you on big closets being used for other things - that’s how we did it in Leila’s old. And the things you have planned to hang on their walls will look great! You’re inspiring me to do more in Leila’s room!

mimi

The room looks cute, and nice and big to work with, lots of wallspace too- how nice to have such a huge closet.  Agree with your Mom on the embroidery.  

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