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29th Avenue Master Bedroom: The Bold Transformation

A Colorful Master Bedroom Makeover: From Dreary to Dreamy!

Get ready to be amazed! We’re thrilled to finally unveil the stunning transformation of our 29th Avenue master bedroom. This makeover was a labor of love, and the results speak for themselves. If you recall, the “before” state was… well, let’s just say it was far from inspiring. Think dark, uninviting, and utterly lacking personality. But fast forward a few weeks, and prepare to feast your eyes on the vibrant, cozy, and utterly transformed space we now call our sanctuary.

Unmade beds in rooms with wooden floors - before the master bedroom makeover.
Before: A glimpse of the uninspired space.

Enough reminiscing about the past! Let’s dive into the reveal:

A colorful, inviting master bedroom with bright linens and decorative pillows.
Capree Kimball – After: The vibrant master bedroom reveal!

Ta-da! What a difference, right?

Let’s take another look at the “before” for good measure:

Before and after of a bedroom with a dated ceiling fan.
Before: The room felt cramped and outdated.

And now, the glorious “after”:

A brightly lit and colorful master bedroom with mirrors and a cozy atmosphere.
Capree Kimball – After: Bright, airy, and full of character!
Close-up of a bed with a grey headboard and colorful decorative pillows, including an animal-shaped pillow.
Capree Kimball – Details: Cozy textures and playful patterns.

Ahhh. So much better! This transformation was more than just cosmetic; it was about creating a space that felt truly ours, a retreat from the world. The goal was to create a master bedroom that was both colorful and calming, a place where we could relax and recharge.

The Power of Paint: Brightening Up a Dim Space

Living in the Pacific Northwest, we’re no strangers to limited sunlight, especially with north and east-facing windows in our bedroom. This meant one of our primary goals was to maximize the natural light we did get. The solution? Paint! We opted for a very pale pink – “Shell Pink” from Benjamin Moore – in a matte finish. This choice proved to be transformative. The pale pink brightened the room significantly without feeling cold or sterile. It created a warm and inviting atmosphere, a perfect backdrop for the pops of color we planned to incorporate.

A rose colored bedroom with a cozy bed and large mirrors reflecting light.
Capree Kimball – The walls painted in “Shell Pink” from Benjamin Moore.
A teal bedside table with a lamp, positioned next to a bed with playful pillows.
Capree Kimball – A touch of teal adds to the color scheme.

Window Treatment Wonders: Blinds.com to the Rescue

Remember those sad, broken IKEA blinds? They were definitely not contributing to the ambiance we were striving for. So, they had to go! We replaced them with incredible top-down, bottom-up blackout shades from Blinds.com. These shades are a game-changer! The sheer layer that drops down from the top is brilliant. During the day, we enjoy beautifully filtered light, and at night, we can completely block out unwanted streetlights. They are, without a doubt, the perfect window covering for a bedroom. In fact, when I asked my husband what his favorite part of the entire makeover was, he immediately said the shades!

A bedside table with a lamp and decorative items, with window shades in the background.
Capree Kimball – New shades provide both light filtering and blackout options.
Colorful sheets and a blue rug create a vibrant and inviting bedroom space.
Capree Kimball – The rug and bedding complement the walls perfectly.

Furniture and Accessories: Creating a Cozy and Colorful Oasis

With our room brightening needs addressed, it was time for the fun part: choosing furniture and decorating! As mentioned before, we wanted a colorful yet cozy bedroom, and accessories are key to achieving that balance. Color, textures, and personality are crucial when making the room cozy.

A wooden desk adorned with decorative items and plants.
Capree Kimball – Decorative touches add personality.

In my opinion, the foundation of any cozy room is a rug. And this gorgeous blue rug from Loloi was the ideal choice. It anchors the room beautifully and complements the pastel pink walls without being visually overwhelming, as a patterned rug might have been. Plus, we already had plans for crazy bedding and pillows to satisfy my “wacky pattern” desires! (If you’re familiar with our bathroom makeover, you know what I mean!)

Side tables decorated with plants, lamps, and other decorative objects.
Capree Kimball – Plants bring life and freshness to the room.
A dog sitting on a colorful bed in a room with white walls.
Capree Kimball – Even the dog approves of the new look!

The next step is accessorizing with whatever brings you joy. For me, that means surrounding myself with colorful artwork and, of course, lots of plants! I added a plethora of low-light houseplants and some hanging terrariums for added visual interest. The terrariums were from Target, and while the twine they came with was perfectly fine, I couldn’t resist adding my own personal touch. Some leather cording and a few wooden beads did the trick, and now I have some truly unique and personalized hanging terrariums! Hooray!

Three hanging glass plant pots near a window.
Capree Kimball – Custom hanging terrariums add a whimsical touch.
A hanging flower plant in a cozy white room.
Capree Kimball – Bringing the outdoors in.

IKEA Hack and a Dream Mattress: Completing the Essentials

Our old bedroom was lacking some basic necessities, such as lamps and nightstands. So, like any good DIYer, I made a trip to IKEA to snag a couple of side tables that could be transformed to better suit our needs (and budget). The original tables were solid white, but a few coats of spray paint helped tie them in with the rest of the room and visually separate them from the awesome white table lamps we got from LampsPlus. And just like that, we were well on our way to a fully functional bedroom! The only thing missing? A bed and a mattress that didn’t leave me feeling like I’d slept on a bed of rusty nails. That’s where YogaBed comes in.

A tag is visible on a bed sitting on a wooden platform.
A pillow is sitting on a bed above a wooden floor.

You guys, I cannot sing enough praises about our YogaBed mattress. This mattress is a game-changer! It features four unique layers that work together to provide the most restful night’s sleep you’ll ever experience. At the top is a layer of Instant Response Foam, followed by a gel layer, a thick breathable foam layer, and then a support base. It also has a removable, washable cover, which is a fantastic feature for someone like me who values cleanliness. Oh, and the best part? It’s incredibly affordable!

Two pillows are sitting on a mattress on a bed with a wooden headboard.

Visit YogaBed.com to discover more – you can thank me later!

Final Touches: A Sleek Ceiling Fan and a Happy Dance

A bedroom with two light green side tables and matching white lamps that are on each side of a colorful pink, grey white, brown and red bedspread.
Capree Kimball – The completed look with the new ceiling fan.

The final item on our to-do list was to replace the old, outdated ceiling fan with a sleek, white one. Thankfully, LampsPlus came to our rescue, and we could finally sleep soundly in our colorful, cozy, and slightly quirky bedroom! HAPPY DANCE!

Dog laying on furry sham on bed near a dresser in bedroom.
Capree Kimball – The ultimate cozy spot!

Product List: Get the Look!

For those who are interested in recreating this look in their own homes, I’ve compiled a product list below:

  • Paint: Shell Pink from Benjamin Moore (wall) and Simply White from Benjamin Moore (trim)
  • Window Coverings: Signature Blackout Cell Shades with Trilight Option from Blinds.com
  • Ceiling Fan: Casablanca Isotope in Snow White from LampsPlus
  • Table Lamps: Haeger Potteries White Fluted Ceramic Table Lamp from LampsPlus
  • Nightstands: SELJE Nightstand from IKEA
  • Bed Frame: Nixon Mid-Century Beige Linen Bed from Overstock
  • Mattress: YogaBed
  • Rug: Anzio 8×10 in “Blue” from Loloi Rugs
  • Duvet: Agnes Colorblock Duvet from Urban Outfitters
  • Sheepskin: White Sheepskin 2×3’ from LampsPlus
  • Vase: Handmade Modern Ceramic Dome Planter from Target
  • Tray: Nate Berkus Hand Wrought Ceramic Tray from Target
  • Terrariums: Hanging Terrarium from Target
  • Mirrors: Narrow Infinity Mirror from CB2
  • Dresser: vintage, Ebay

If I’ve missed anything, please let me know in the comments!

Disclosure: YogaBed, LampsPlus, Blinds.com, Loloi Rugs, and Target provided products for this makeover. All views and opinions are my own.