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A “bring in spring” mini-room makeover.

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A couple of months ago this spare bedroom looked like this.

Room before

Granted, this room is sort of the “dumping” room, BUT, it doesn’t normally look like THIS.
Betcha I could have told you this was a promo for the show, “Hoarders” and I’m sure you would have believed me.

My Mr. doesn’t get bugged by much but when he does, it’s an itch that he just has to scratch.
Everything you see here was stuffed in the bedroom closet and he had had enough.
He emptied everything out of the closet then it sat. Like this. For 3 weeks.
Luckily a friend called from out of town and asked if they could stay at our place while hitting the slopes for some of Utah’s finest spring skiing.
Nothing like the prospect of a visitor to kick your pants in to gear and get a room cleaned up.
My plan was to do a mini-makeover. Nothing too elaborate because I have big plans to turn this in to my son’s room in the next few months.
Just something simple and nice to hold us over and welcome spring skiing guests.

First things first, de-clutter.
We filled 8 bags to send to donation.
Next thing…hit the Home Depot for a few supplies.

I bought a sheet of mdf which they cut to my dimensions and some spring cleaning products to clean that room up.
Next, build a headboard.
I know, I know. This was supposed to be a simple, mini makeover.
Seriously, I put it together in less than 1 1/2 hours and would have taken less had I not got fancy with nail head trim.
It was super easy, trust me.

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Supplies needed: MDF cut to size, 1×2’s cut to the perimeter of the board (optional), foam, spray adhesive, batting, fabric, staple gun, drill, screws, nailhead trim (optional).
1. I first purchased a piece of mdf from Home Depot and had them cut it down (for free) to 40 x 40 inches. I also purchased 1×2’s and had them cut down in order to run the length of back of the top and 2 sides of the board.
2. I glued the 1/2’s with wood glue then attached them to my mdf board with wood screws. (This is optional. I only did this to give my board the appearance of being a thicker depth).
3. Next I used spray adhesive to adhere my foam to the front of the board.
4. Lay a layer of batting over the foam and then lastly your fabric.
5. On the back side of the head board pull the batting and fabric taut then staple gun it right to the board. Work your way from the center out.
6. (Optional) I used nailhead trim that comes pre hooked together. I’ve also used individual upholstery nail head tacks but they take some learning to get them lined up straight.
7. Using a level, I penciled in a straight line as my guide. With the nailhead trim you only have to nail in every 5th tack.

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I set it right on the floor and squashed it between the bed and the wall.
It looked worlds better to have something to frame the bed but it still left a lot to be desired.
I could see it really needed a bed skirt…something I wasn’t planning on…remember this was supposed to be just a simple, mini-makeover.
I could have bought one but this was an extra-long twin and those aren’t very common to come by unless you go to a specialty store and spend a fortune. Luckily I had some left over linen fabric so I decided to make a lazy-girls, no-sew version of a bed skirt.

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1. Measure from the top of the box frame to the floor and add 1 – 1/5 inches. Measure all the way around the bed minus the top length.
2. To hem your fabric I used this iron hem tape. Simply put it on the bottom length of your fabric.
3. Fold the fabric up over the tape and iron on the fabric side to adhere. SUPER SIMPLE!
4. Next, line up the edge of the fabric with the floor and staple the top of the fabric right on to the top side of the box spring.
5. When you place your mattress on the box spring you won’t even see the staples or be able to tell that it is stapled on.
What I’d tell ya? Lazy-girls way of making a no-sew bed skirt.

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Originally I was going to hem the bottom of the skirt that touches the floor because it looked like this. As I looked at it closer I actually liked this edging and decided to just leave it as is. Less work and love the look…win-win!
The last thing needed to be done was some serious spring cleaning!
This is the only room in our entire house that did not have anything done to it since we moved in over 2 years ago. Original paint, original 70’s light fixture…you can guess it was a bit musty in there.

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Using Bounty paper towels I wiped down ever single surface from the dresser, light fixtures, light switch, baseboards and blinds. Next I washed all the sheets and bedding and used Ultra Downy to make everything soft and smelling spring fresh. Lastly, I sprayed the room with Febreze to neutralize the air. Just cleaning it up alone make the whole energy of the room feel so much lighter and better.

The last diy project I did for this room was really fun…

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I found these old skis at a thrift store a few months back for under $5.00. I spray primed them then hit them with Apple Red paint for a fun decor piece.
Ready for the reveal?

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I call it Ski-Chalet-Rustic-Chic.
Our friend who was coming to stay was from the desert so all this ski stuff is foreign and I thought I’d indulge her with it.
Spring skiing is the best right after a spring snow and people flock from all over the world to ski the Utah Mountain powder so I decided to go with that theme for this mini-makeover.

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I’m quite pleased how the headboard and bed skirt turned out. Simple and not at all overstated.

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My mom gave me this expandable luggage rack that was a welcome addition for guest’s suitcases.

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A few niceties to make our guest feel comfortable.

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Don’t forget to lay our a few extra blankets.

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Now, more exciting news…The Home Depot, P&G and I want to help you Bring in Spring in your own spaces!

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We’re giving away $100. gift card to the Home Depot.home_depot_gift_cardPlus…

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1 Mr. Clean Cleaner
1 Roll Bounty Paper Towel
1 Bag Gain Flings
1 Febreze Spray

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*I received product and payment to write this post from the Home Depot.  All thoughts and designs are my own.*

Comments

  6. I’ve got a set of cane backed chairs to repair, paint and re-upholster before my husband decides they are trash!

  7. Your spare room redo is both gorgeous and functional! Love the unique look with the skis also!

  12. Working! It’s tax season! But I plan to make a headboard quite similar to yours in May for my daughter’s new room! Thanks for the inspiration 🙂

  13. We are moving this May so where ever we end up I am sure there will be summer projects coming my way. I would love to build all sorts of items for my girls room when we get to where we are going.

  14. Love it! We are in the process of redecorating our guest room and soon office. Phase one is complete with the guest room, but so many other phases to complete…like a ceiling fan! haha

  17. I love the new room! The skis are perfect. We are going to be installing hardwood floors throughout our upstairs this spring so a HD gift card would be fabulous!

  20. I want to add decorative trim to my hallow core doors and make them fancy, we’ll see if my grand plans actually work…

  22. Oh my gosh we have so many things….main thing is to pretty up our deck so we actually use it!!

  29. This is the Spring my husband and I vowed instead of doing new projects we would clean up and work on the details from previous projects. Instead of going to Florida for Spring Break we replaced wood, stained and painted our 2 outdoor storage buildings and deck. We took 2 mini van trips to donation and recycling center! I also deep cleaned all of the white woodwork in the house. I have to say it was a lot of work but feels GREAT!!!

  30. The items on the dresser are a great idea, and a spare house key…never would have thought of that!

  31. What a great guest bedroom! Since I am expecting my first baby this year, we are turning our guest bedroom into a nursery. So excited!!!

  32. Love the room, its adorable! and I used your tips to build my headboard, thank you.
    However, you absolutely must give up Febreeze and Downy. They are so full of obesegenic chemicals. you know, the ones that disrupt your own hormone receptors and promote weight gain. I switched out all my nasty chemical laden cleaners for Doterra Essential Oils, and hope you will too, soon. The Aromalite diffuser is helpful for when I’ve burned the bacon, or need to sanitize against germs, or elevate attitude/moods around the house. blessings,
    Leslie P Bumpas, BS, NTP
    Nutritional Therapy Practitioner

  34. The house key idea is GENIOUS! I pretty much have a similar set up with special towels, water, linens, etc but I never thought about another key.

  36. Ohhhh, spring cleaning. I have so much to do!! This would be a great way to help me get started!

  37. So inspiring! And perfect timing since we are expecting company this weekend. Now I need to get busy 🙂

  39. We’re rebuilding from a tornado that just hit and tore up our siding, windows, and roof. We’re also planning a closet for our entryway to rein in the clutter when you walk in the front door.

  42. Cleaning out the laundry room and installing a sliding door! Can’t wait to get started 🙂

  45. New curtains (i’m thinking fun painted drop cloths), upholstering the coffee table, a headboard and new rugs. And then there’s all the cleaning of course! This gift card would be a life saver! 🙂

  46. I am making a DIY baby gate, and hopefully installing a fun art project in the nursery.

  47. We just finished a kitchen remodel, so we have construction dust everywhere. It’s time for a deep spring clean for us!

  48. I made a headboard but it’s still leaning up against the wall. One day I’ll fix that.

  53. I’m updating our kids bathroom. Today I’m painting, ugh! It will be great when it’s done!

  54. the room turned out so great. well done. now, for me to get my butt in gear for our office. these products would certainly help me get there.

  55. My spring project is painting most of the rooms in our house – now that it’s finally warm enough to open the windows!

  56. I’m in the midst of re-dreaming my powder room! I love how your guest room turned out!

  57. Digging out my own guest room – then painting, curtains, headboards etc. thanks for the inspiration.

  58. Looks great! We are expecting our second little girl this July so we have been renovating the old guest room/storage room ( looked a lot like yours!!) and need to add all the finishing touches- base boards, hardwoods etc to turn it into at he babies new room!!!

  60. A fun balcony patio – and a super girly, feminine room for me 🙂 The room looks great by the way! Simple

  61. I plan to finally finish my daughters nursery! She is our first and came three weeks early, which didn’t exactly let us finish our DIY nursery project before she arrived.

  64. I would use it for paint for my Daughters room. She wants a “Great Gatsby/Teal Room”.

    ~Kat

  68. I live in lovely socal and will work on making my patio a gorgeous outdoor space! would love to win the gift card!

  76. Hanging pictures in my boys’ room, repainting and organizing our sunroom/mudroom and tackling the orange trim in the baby’s room. So thankful for springtime and open windows while painting!

  83. We plan on repainting the stucco on our home, staining our deck and replacing some of the plants that didn’t make it through our long Michigan winter.

  84. We are doing a small kitchen rehaul! We’re doing minor updates for now – butcher block countertops, new floor, painted cabinets, and calling it good. I’m SO excited to give it a face lift!

  86. This spring is all about our backyard… Lots of weeding and bed-creation in my future!

  91. I will be gutting a closet and removing part of the wall to build in a desk kniche in the kitchen. Oh and removing carpet from stairs. So could really use all these fabulous products!!!

  92. Our main project for this spring is to get the yard in shape. I’d love to finally tackle the office too.

  93. There are a thousand things that need a little refreshing in my home. Right now I’m working on the guest room…painting, refinishing a dresser…the list goes on and on.

  94. I LOVE this! I’ve been meaning to make some more headboards around our house and this may just be the inspiration I needed. Right now I am in the process of painting the whole house – two rooms to go! And then we are getting new floors! WOOHOO

  95. I have a dresser that I would love to refinish – we are hoping to move and I want this done for the new place.

  97. We have lots of outdoor projects planned, including residing the garage and staining the deck.

  99. This is adorable-I wish I had all of the small little things that worked together sitting around my house! I love the lamp and nightstand!!

  100. I’m rebuilding my back yard fence right now and need to work on my patio furniture and am thinking of building a planter!

  105. Refinishing some vintage little bookshelves and twin bed for my son’s room. Just can’t decide on a color!

  106. We need to do lots of maintenance like re-staining decks and rebuilding our fence. Not fun stuff.

  107. We are purging and doing a deep spring cleaning because our house is listed for sale!

  109. The room is perfect, your guests will love it! And to think you put it all together so quickly makes it even better. Hanging the spare key on your reindeer is adorable.

    This spring I am aiming to sew and hang curtains over my window shades in my guest room (even looking at Home Depot’s eRod ~ it’s an affordable remote controlled curtain rod!). I read an article suggesting to stay a night in your guest room to get a feel for what you may be missing… that’s when I discovered my guest room wakes early with the morning sun.

  110. I have a room that looks just like that! Maybe this will inspire me to get off my butt and clean it out. Thanks!

  111. Uber cute… my plans this summer is my sun room… it needs some loving! I am thinking of painting an old couch and throwing down outdoor rugs, maybe some fun art too. So inspired by the fact you can do all that and keep up with the kiddos… putting on my girl panties and getting to work!

  112. I need to paint our bathroom and install new shelving. I also am hoping to add horizontal stripes to our living room. We just moved into our town home in November and the project list is looooong.

  114. I think I most love your blankets! Those look awesome!

    Either that or the “spare key holder”. That little guy would probably end up coming home with me.

  115. I have a huge list! We plan on having a deck built this spring, so hopefully most of my projects will be outdoor ones. Inside, I’d like to finish some details in my kids’ bedrooms and maybe tweak our kitchen a little bit.

  118. We are revamping our patio area. We are doing a complete tear down and rebuild. Very excited.

  120. I love the DIY headboard. I would love to make a headboard. I am working on the play room & getting the patio ready for summer.

  125. This room looks amazing – congrats! We have SO many projects planned for this spring – backyard and front yard overhaul, new master bath, etc. Getting excited and overwhelmed just thinking about it!

  127. This spring my projects including planting flowers and veggies and I want to build a shelf unit for the toys that there is no room for in our place.

  138. I wish I had more outdoor spring projects to plan, but apartment living in the city means no outdoor space… So I’ll be doing a deep clean and bringing in some new indoor greenery. Beautiful makeover, I love those red skis!

  141. This spring we’ll be doing an entire lawn makeover as well as finishing the library. And THAT should keep us busy until NEXT spring!

  142. We are going to plant a garden for the first time ever and I plan to powerwash the entire exterior of my home.

  143. Weeding all the flower beds and adding new mulch is at the top my list, followed up organizing the garage. I have a ton of DIYs to finish, but no where to do it!

  146. We have a 1907 house. The list of plans is almost as long as the list of projects, but probably starts with putting up a gate in the backyard to contain the two year old!

  148. My and I am attempting to assemble a wooden play set for my grandson! Wish us luck. Actually wish my grandson luck! lol!

  150. Mm…spring cleaning needs to be done, if only it would get warm enough to believe it is spring. 🙂
    The room is lovely. I love how you can do a “quick” makeover actually quickly, that would have taken me months of trying to find the right thing to have it look just right. You are a true talent for sure 🙂

  155. We are at the end of a complete remodel with lots of dust to be cleaned! This would be awesome!

  156. I plan on painting our ceilings and walls since they are all beige. (Yes, the ceilings too) Moved in back in October and finally have colors picked. And decorating my son and daughter’s rooms. Oh, and preparing a nursery space in the master bedroom since we are having a baby at the end of the summer. So all projects need to be done before I am huge. I.E. All in the Spring.

  158. For this spring, a new garden shed is first on the to-do list. The interior of my house is also in desperate need of a fresh coat of paint to brighten things up and maybe this year we’ll finally get some of the baseboards put in.

  160. We have a bare backyard, so planting flowers is one of the projects on the list. Remodeling kitchen, since it’s very old is another.

  161. Just some spring cleaning & yard work. Oh & getting some type of wood to put over the awful builder basic wire shelving in my pantry.

  162. My garage is full of project furniture pieces to refinish! I just need to weather to finally cooperate with me.

  164. So many projects….so little time. I will give my kitchen a quick lift with a new coat of paint on the walls as well as cabinets. I hope that does the trick

  166. We just bought our verrrry first house. Therefore, no spring cleaning but tonnnnes of updates on a to-do list!

  175. We have a lot to do! Add more landscaping, re-mulch, add pavers to edge our firepit…the list goes on 🙂

  176. We are moving into our first house, and it’s quite the fixer upper, so… A lot of renoing!

  177. I plan to re-pain the main living room/dining room area – the wall really need it and I want to change the color/shade slightly.

  178. I plan to re-paint the main living room/dining room area – the wall really need it and I want to change the color/shade slightly.

  180. Where did you get your deer that the extra key is hanging on? I LOVE it!! I am currently waiting for the wind to slow down, so I can finally paint the dresser in my bedroom.

  181. We are remodeling our basement, so I am planning to redecorate! I can’t wait to repurpose and DIY some projects!

  182. LOVE your blog! We need to build a new coffee table or some gallery style shelving for our bedroom.

  183. i havent been in this house very long and my list is long…, where should i begin.. 😉 i plan on doing some yard work, including new mulch. i need some new stair treads as i took the carpet up and 2 are split, then there is the patio that needs a little “sprucing” up, and i want to paint my basement something(anything) besides gray.. why does everyone do gray in a gloomy basement anyways? i also need to clean out from under the kitchen sink and buy a new mop;the dog aka (the beaver) chewed the handle on this one.

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