Well, this little project is taking longer than expected. So far, the curtains are made as you can see. Yesterday I finished the final details on the duvet cover and am thrilled with the result. The stitches aren't perfectly straight, but overall, I am happy. What do you think about the bed? I sold the trundle bed on craigs and replaced it with one that Mom found. It was chippy and white when I got it and I gave it a coat of glossy black. This is my favorite bed in the house now. Lucky boy.
The curtains are made from a sheet that I found one day while picking up shipping supplies at Walmart. A king size sheet is perfect for two panels. I just cut it down the middle and sewed a three inch hem at the top for a rod pocket.
The duvet is made from 90" premium muslin from Joann's. A border of single ply bias tape in navy dressed that thing right up. I will share more as it is finished.
I finally tried my hand at the monogram project that I posted last week. If you are considering giving it a try, go for it. It was easy to do and took less than an hour.
If you follow on facebook, then you know that I recently won a giveaway from Lisa at the blog, Shine Your Light. (Thank you Lisa!) I am planning a little art gallery to the left of the bed and found just the piece to add to it.
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Only 61 comments have been left for the Joss & Main giveaway. 200 are needed before the winner can be announced. Otherwise we must wait a month to see who wins. Wouldn't you like to find out the winner early? All you have to do is leave a comment.
That monogrammed lampshade turned out great! Love the look of the simple striping on the duvet. Such a clean, grown-up look perfect for a boy moving out of the kid years and into the teen ones. How clever of you using the king sheet for drapes. I'm going to have to start giving them a closer look.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on winning the giveaway! Love the saying on the artwork you chose. Thanks for sharing.
I was all excited that you tried that monogram and then I keep reading and see my own name in neon lights :) Funny since I just mentioned you on my blog yesterday! The room looks fabulous already, Rene, and I agree - lucky boy!
ReplyDeleteLove it all!! The mongrammed lamp is just so darn cute!!! Great job:)
ReplyDeleteRene, I love what you have given us little peeks of so far.
ReplyDeleteLooking good !
ReplyDeletelove what you've done so far...looks so great! can't wait to see the entire project complete...and I know you can't wait!
ReplyDeleteLooks fantastic Rene! The bed is awesome and I love that you are using inexpensive, easy to find materials for your sewing projects.
ReplyDeleteCathy
Looks great, I must say WalMart has the BEST sheets, I found some other day I want to use for panels in my dining room! :)
ReplyDeleteoooh it is all looking so lovely! i can't wait for the big reveal! the lampshades are fabulous!
ReplyDeletei bought one of those dog prints (the one with teh covker spaniel and a different saying) for a friend of mine at christmas- they're adorable and uplifting!
Let's see...what do I love here? Everything! The monogrammed lampshade is so smart, and I love your creative thinking with the sheet-turned-curtain panels. Did you line them at all?
ReplyDeleteLove the lampshade and can't wait to see.
ReplyDeleteSo talented and clever! :)
ReplyDeleteBlac bed = to die for. I'd be tempted to put it in my room. ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for your Tweet wishing us luck on the EB Auction! We raised more than $6,000 ... super exciting!
I love the detail on the duvet! Such a creative and simple fix to a plain cover - hmmmm!
ReplyDeleteThanks everybody! Ashley, no they aren't lined.
ReplyDeleteFun sneak peek! Thanks for sharing, even if the Mr. made you do it. :)
ReplyDeleteI don't know what my favorite part of your room is! The bed is fantastic, I would love one just like that in KING!
ReplyDeleteSuper job!
Can't wait to see that black bed against the white floors! And, the monogram - I need one, ASAP!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your
ReplyDeletewin ~ I love Lisa!
Funny that the mister
is checking in. I
guess if I had sponsors,
my mister would also
be concerned!! Your
son's room looks great
and I love the picture
quote ~ so very true.
Looking forward to the
full reveal, Rene!
xx Suzanne
I love it all!!! The monogram turned out so nicely. :) What a great bed too. The room is going to look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteIt looks amazing! Love the new bed and the duvet! Perfection!!!
ReplyDelete* Rene~ You must be SO EXCITED that things are looking SO GREAT!!! You should be VERY PROUD of your accomplishments! Looking forward to seeing MORE!!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda in AZ *
bellesmom1234@comcast.net
LOVE that bed...and painted black...swoon. The room is shaping up...expect full reveal soon :)
ReplyDeleteIt is really looking great, Rene! Nice job on the duvet. It looks very professional! I bet your son is very happy with his newly redecorated room.
ReplyDeleteWow Rene! The room is really looking good. The monogrammed shade turned out great. I cannot wait to see the full reveal!
ReplyDelete~ Tracy
Looking great! Most of my projects take a lot longer than expected:)
ReplyDeleteI really like the stripy curtains! I painted our bed black a few months ago too. Your son's bed looks great!
ReplyDeleteRene, Congrats on your win and the quote is perfect for the room. Everything is coming together beautifully. Love the new curtains and the bed is wonderful.
ReplyDeletexo,
Sherry
I looks great so far! Love the sheets as curtains and the bed is perfect! The sign will go great with the colors in the room, congrats on the win! I can't wait to see everything together!
ReplyDeleteLove that bed! I am so impressed that you are sewing a duvet. Can't wait to see the finished room.
ReplyDeleteIt is looking GREAT in there! I can't believe you are DIYing the duvet! So talented, you are ; ) Can't wait to see it completed! xo
ReplyDeleteThat lampshade is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI love the lampshade! I found your blog at the DIY Showoff. You have such great ideas and I'm your newest follower! I'd love it if you'd follow me back: http://stillwaterstory.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteAgain, you did a fantastic job with this!! :-)
Love a black bed!
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