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    Home » Decorate

    $100 Room Challenge, Budget Decor

    Loft Bonus Room Refresh | $100 Room Challenge Week 2

    Hey friends! Today's update is going to be a quick one. Instead of sharing progress shots of the loft. I'm sharing what I like to call my plans for the loft take two {sigh}.

    So here's the thing. I was going over the plans for the loft update with hubby. He brought up some very valid points that made me rethink the plans I shared last week.

    The fact is when it's all said and done my son will probably use this space the most.

    When my daughter's friends come over they mostly play in her room since that's where the majority of her toys are.

    On the flip side, my son and his friends are all about the video games and iPads when they come over. And where are the video games? You guessed it, the loft.

     

    Given that fact I think the decor direction I shared with you in week 1 is a bit too feminine. Specifically the artwork and pillows.

    I was so focused on using this painting because it's been in my closet since last spring, I did not stop to consider if it worked for the space.

    Plus I plan on moving my workspace soon. So it makes even more sense to give this space a more neutral look.

    The great thing is not all the changes I shared last week for the loft have been scrapped. Here is my new plan for the loft.

    photo credits: Emily A Clark / Ikea /Artifact Uprising / Target

    You know sometimes these the hiccups that happen when updating a space can be a blessing in disguise. In this case, I love the new plans so much more for our loft bonus room {as does the kids and hubby}. 

    Here are my plans for the coming week.

    • Take photos of kids and send to the printer
    • Source some inexpensive frames {these are the times when I'm sad that Ikea is 2 hours away}
    • Touch up walls
    • Hang up shelves
    • Declutter

    Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5

    Be sure to check out the other blogger's progress using the link-up below.

    Also, we’re giving away $100 over on Instagram so you can do your own $100 Room Makeover, so head on over to enter. Giveaway begins at 10:00 am CST Wednesday (March 8th) and runs through Sunday (March 12th at 10:00 pm CST).

    Thanks for stopping by, see you next time.

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    Comments

    1. Nicki Parrish says

      March 14, 2017 at 11:50 am

      Ohh I love the new direction you decided to go in! Definitely a more gender neutral space. Good decision!

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 15, 2017 at 6:22 pm

        Thank you Nicki! I like the new direction as well.

        Reply
    2. Ashley ~ 3 Little Greenwoods says

      March 12, 2017 at 10:36 pm

      Your new plan is AWEsome! I love the black and white scheme and the kids' photographs are going to be perfect. Your son is going to love hanging out there with his buddies. I can't wait to see how your space comes together.

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 15, 2017 at 7:44 pm

        Thanks Ashley! Funny thing is my son said almost exactly the same thing when I showed him the new plans "I'm going to love hanging with my buddies here now" LOL.

        Reply
    3. Erin @ Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry says

      March 12, 2017 at 5:54 pm

      I love this new plan! No worries. I had to make some changes too. Love using your kids' photos in the design.

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 15, 2017 at 7:45 pm

        Erin, sometimes change is a good thing! The photos are my favorite parts too.

        Reply
    4. Sue Purdy says

      March 11, 2017 at 9:19 am

      I love your mood board and I can't wait to see the space come together. It looks so bright, that any decor you choose will work for your awesome loft space.

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 15, 2017 at 7:41 pm

        Thanks Sue! The lighting is the best part of this room!

        Reply
    5. Brittany Goldwyn says

      March 09, 2017 at 6:33 pm

      Looks awesome, I see how your initial plans might be too feminine for the boys, but I love that artwork 🙂

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 09, 2017 at 10:30 pm

        Thanks Brittany! Yeah I'm so glad I spoke to hubby about it. I definitely had tunnel vision 🙈

        Reply
    6. Tracy says

      March 09, 2017 at 3:16 pm

      The first plan was gorgeous but I love the updated plan for the kids. It's perfect for boys!

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 15, 2017 at 6:09 pm

        Thanks Tracy! I think the new look will work much better for the kids!

        Reply
    7. sherry cole says

      March 08, 2017 at 5:30 pm

      I love what you have picked out for the room and I can't wait to see the completed space!

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 09, 2017 at 10:33 pm

        Thank you Sherry! I'm
        Excited too! 💙

        Reply
    8. Morgan says

      March 08, 2017 at 2:38 pm

      So excited for all this color!!

      Reply
      • Linda P. says

        March 09, 2017 at 10:33 pm

        Thanks Morgan! 😃

        Reply

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