Although they were quite the labor of love, these built-ins really make this room. Don’t you agree? I love the depth and character they add to what was previously a pretty boring bedroom. The bigger cabinet has become Elliott’s favorite hiding spot for hide and go seek and he has started collecting his treasures to … Continue reading How to Build Built-in Shelving Units
I. Built. This. There is nothing that compares to the high of finishing a project after pouring hours upon hours into it. I guess that is what keeps bringing me back to DIY. The sense of accomplishment after taking something that I dreamed up, designed, and then built with my own two hands is addicting, … Continue reading Elliott’s Preppy Toddler Room
Brewster Home Fashions supplied the wallpaper for this project. As always, all opinions are my own. When I created the mood board for Elliott’s room, it was anchored on two elements - blue paint (by his request) and modern plaid wallpaper. Well, the wallpaper is installed and exactly what I was hoping for! Doesn’t it … Continue reading Elliott’s Wallpaper is Up and I’m in Love
Recently, I have felt the pull to slow down and be more intentional about enjoying the process of my projects. I love a grand reveal as much as the next person, but life quickly becomes exhausting for me when I forget to take a breath and enjoy the process. So with Elliott's room, I decided … Continue reading PROGRESS ON ELLIOTT’S BUILT-INS
With Love, Mercedes 