Ava's Bedroom Update

It was a few months back that Project Nursery featured a custom mood board I designed for Ava's big girl room. At that time, she and her twin brother shared this room:

Since then we moved and other priorities took precedence over her room decor until now.  It's now been five months at the new house and I'm finally on track to creating a fresh, playful little space Ava can call her own.  Fortunately she hasn't voiced her design preferences which means I don't have to entertain the idea of a Dora the Explorer wall decal or comforter set.

Initially I planned to purchase all new furniture, but then decided a few secondhand finds would leave more decorating dollars for other projects such as the boys' room.  Last week I found this armoire for only $20 on Craigslist...and here's the transformation:

Armoire Paint : Ballet Slipper Pink, Krylon

Hardware Paint: Metallics Brushed Nickel, Krylon

If the decision was left to my husband, he would've simply added a fresh coat of white paint.  That too would've been gorgeous, but I really wanted a girly statement piece.  Next, I will add a cut glass top to protect all of my hardwork!

I hope that this will both inspire and encourage you to try thrifting  (if you haven't already) and let me know what deals you find.  So what do you think so far? Don't you agree that pink was the way to go?

New Room for Mommy's Big Girl

Ava Grace is now 2 years old and has outgrown her little crib...yet, another reason to redecorate! Items chosen for her room will grow with her through her grade school and teenage years plus or minus a few accessories! I love the challenge of translating fashion into stylish and livable spaces. Here's the adorable inspiration outfit (from Gymboree) chosen for this design...

Ava has a twin brother, Stay tuned for his room makeover!