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{Big Box Bathroom} Days 5 & 6

December 15, 2014

Happy, happy Monday! I’m a little more excited about this Monday than usual…I think it’s because this is our last full week of the year! I am ready for some days off, and time spent at home just staring at the Christmas tree. How about we take a break from all the tinsel and catch up on our Big Box Bathroom remodel?! I know I’ve kind of kept you hanging…so today I’m hitting you with a double whammy….both Days 5 and 6!
When we left off (see Day 4 here), my rock-star contractor had pretty much finished up the big stuff…shower and floor tile grouted, vanity, sink and faucet installed, new scones wired, and all new trim and wall paneling hung. With all the electrical and plumbing involved, there was no way we were going to tackle most of that!

But I had no problem stepping in for the final leg (we did all the work we could in order to save on the budget), and we knocked the rest of it out in a weekend. The kids couldn’t wait to use the room again, so we added a quick shower curtain from Target, and an Ikea bathmat. I’m still undecided on whether or not to paint the window trim…it will likely be the last decision, once everything is in place.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5
The wall was patched where the original light fixture had been, then we sanded it smooth and painted. The color is a really warm charcoal, but it comes across black in these pictures for some reason. #amateurphotographer You’ll see in a minute why we chose this color. The mirror is just propped-up for now…I couldn’t wait to see how it’d all look together. The rest of the walls and ceiling got another coat of paint, as well.
Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5
We used tiny finishing nails to hang the wall boards, but still needed to spackle and sand the holes. Then the boards, along with all the trim, got a few coats of paint. We used a 1-inch piece of wood to give the wall panels a finished edge, and painted it the same white.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5
The old baseboards didn’t really jive with the new look, and it was easier to pull them off so the paneling could go all the way to the floor. Instead of actual molding, we used simple 1x3s as baseboards and trim around the door and window. They were installed after the panels and tile, so the floor extends under them.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5
We went with a narrow profile toilet to make room for the additional 14-inches of vanity….it’s ridiculous how happy the new potty makes us. I’m willing to bet this is the only picture of a potty you’ll see in blogland today. 
Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5
Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5

I’ll source everything in the final post, but can you even believe these sconces are only $40?! #lowesforthewin

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5
Once we had the walls and trim painted, it became pretty clear our old white door wasn’t actually white…so we’ll be painting that next!
Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5
The vanity is amazing, and I love how it sits on feet, making it feel like a piece of furniture. We decided to forgo the included hardware for something softer and more unique….I’m thinking it will probably be these.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 5
Okay, you may recall the moodboard included wallpaper…so my final task for Day 5 was to prep the walls with Shieldz. It’s a clear, latex-based solution that gives the paper something to grab. 

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 6

Each day of this remodel was dramatic, but Day 6 really transformed the room, and was the one I was most looking forward to….can you blame me?! #swoon

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 6

I’ve loved this Hygge & West ‘Daydream’ paper for awhile, but had never seen this color way used…I think it’s just perfect for the kid’s shared space, equal parts masculine and feminine. We painted the ceiling charcoal for a seamless transition between it and the paper.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 6
Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 6

I was concerned about hanging wallpaper in a teenager’s bathroom (hello, 20 minute shower), but our stellar installer said between the Shieldz, the jumbo fan we installed, and the prime level of adhesive he used, there’d be no problems.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 6

The cloud shapes in this paper are pure white, so we went with the same color for the rest of the room. Except the door, it’s still the color of pee.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bath Day 6
The wallpaper added the warmth and personality the room was lacking with all that white, and I could not be happier! Now I just need to add the finishing touches and accessories, and it’s final reveal time! What do you think so far?? And what about the window now that you’ve seen the paper…think I should paint it white, or leave it raw and seal it?

{Follow along from the beginning}
What is the Big Box Bathroom Challenge? 
The Bathroom Before
Plans & Inspiration
The Design Board
Day 1
Day 2 
Day 3 
Day 4
***For those of you in the DFW area asking about my rockstar-contractor, I don’t trust anyone but Classic Kitchens & Baths (214-349-5999)! 

And I used Jason Hixson at Wallart Wallcoverings to install the wallpaper, and I would most definitely use them again! (972-365-5181)***

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{Big Box Bathroom} Day 4

November 10, 2014

I hope you guys had a fun Fall weekend, and you’re ready to show Monday who’s boss! The wallpaper went up in our {Big Box Bathroom} last week, and I can’t wait to show you how drastically it changed the room…but first I have to catch you up on the progress prior to that (we’re documenting each step)! When we left off from Day 3, the shower had been tiled, and the new floors laid.

So here we are after Day 4…shower and floors grouted, vanity, counter-top, sconces and faucets installed, planks on the wall, new baseboards and a door frame. Oh, and we have a toilet again! I told you Day 4 was a doozie!

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

It’s amazing how much brighter and larger the room feels with all the white, and taking the shower tile to the ceiling really opened it up even more. We chose the Style Selections 48-inch vanity and could not be happier with the quality and style. With four drawers and a cabinet, it’s essentially doubled the storage space, and the extra counter space will certainly come in handy as the kids get older.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

Mr. Rockstar-Contractor patched the hole from the previous light fixture, then floated the wall to smooth out the mess left behind by the old builder-grade mirror. Once the wall planks were installed (we used 1/4-inch plywood, with a penny as the spacer between), they cut holes for the new sconces. Can you even believe those are Allen + Roth!? I did give them a quick coat of oil-rubbed bronze, but you can’t beat the price.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

Oh hey there, toilet that doesn’t wobble when you sit on it!! Since the new vanity is 14-inches wider than the old one, we chose one with a narrow profile so it fits easily in the smaller space. I’ve never had a brand-new toilet, and it’s ridiculous how happy this makes me.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

Instead of using tile end pieces to finish out the shower edge, we installed thin strips of wood from floor to ceiling, so it was a seamless transition from tile to wall. I’ll cover them with oil-based paint to make sure they are fully sealed from moisture.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

Another strip of wood was attached at the top of the planks to give them a finished edge…I kept it small so it wouldn’t look like a ledge. I was dying to see how the mirror would look, so it’s propped up for now. Nevermind the roll of toilet paper…the kids started using the bathroom again as soon as the floor grout dried.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

I love the shape of the floor tiles against all the straight lines in the room…look at those curves!!

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

More trim was added around the door and baseboards…the shape of the old ones didn’t fit with the new style. Plus it was easier to install the planks all the way to the floor, then add a new baseboard on top. I love a clean, simple look…so we went with basic flat boards. I wish I could replace our entire house with these!! And I only thought the door was white before…I guess that will be getting a new coat of paint, too.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

The shower went from a double-knob to a single, and new faucets were installed in the sink and shower.

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

Can you even believe how much was done in a single day?! Reason #712 I’m so glad we brought in the pros to help us with this one!

Hi Sugarplum | Big Box Bathroom Remodel, Day 4

Next up is spackling all the nail holes in the planks, and giving them a final coat of paint…as well as painting all the trim, walls and ceiling. I’m still undecided about painting the trim around the window or not…what do you think? The room looks a little stark and cold right now, but just wait…the really good stuff is coming!!

{Follow along from the beginning}
What is the Big Box Bathroom Challenge?
The Bathroom Before
Plans & Inspiration
The Design Board
Day 1
Day 2 
Day 3
 
***For those of you asking about my rockstar-contractor, I highly recommend
Classic Kitchens & Baths (214-349-5999)!***

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{Halloween DIY} Skull Bookends

October 20, 2014

Whew! That was a much-needed weekend! It felt so good to step away from work and responsibilities, and just have fun! This weekend was all about my son’s Science Fair project (which involved dry ice and a fog machine!) and finally picking out costumes. Basically, whipping them up in a Halloween frenzy! I hope yours was equally fun and relaxing.

A few weeks ago, when I was picking up my $2 custom mats at Michaels, I spotted giant plaster skull heads…which of course got me thinking of project ideas. (That’s totally normal behavior for a home blogger, Mom, no cause for concern.) I immediately thought of my elephant bookends, and wondered if I could do something similar.

So I texted Kristin to see if it would be too weird to cut a head in half. Because using a skull, and cutting a skull, are two different things. When she didn’t accuse me of being Dexter, I proceeded.

Hi Sugarplum | DIY Skull Bookends

Fortunately, my contractor was around that day (I know, I know, I owe you a Big Box Bathroom update!! It’s coming tomorrow!), and he slapped that skull on his fancy-pants saw, and cut it right down the middle. This part did kind of creep me out a bit…watching the blade come down on the head, with his thumb stuck through the eye socket!! I might have turned away. And no, my rockstar-contractor didn’t think I was strange. He’s used to me and my ideas.

Hi Sugarplum | DIY Skull Bookends

The plaster cut like butter (even a hand saw would do the trick), and I sanded down any uneven edges. I thought about spraying them…but decided I love the white just the way it is. Let the record show my rare use of restraint.

Hi Sugarplum | DIY Skull Bookends

Unlike my animal bookends, these already sit flat, and have enough heft, so there is no need to mount them to a base. #TWSS

Hi Sugarplum | DIY Skull Bookends

Hi Sugarplum | DIY Skull Bookends

Consider me smitten! So much so, I can’t even guarantee they’ll come down after Halloween. How’s the Halloween frenzy coming along at your house?


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Fashion Friday

October 10, 2014

Hey there, friends, and the happiest of Fridays! I am ready to see this week end, and have a few slow days. Well, as slow as they can be with two kids and a house full of half-started projects! (I’m looking at you, Big Box Bathroom!) 

While the weather has been amazing, Texas temperatures still aren’t synced-up with Fall…and with so many cute new things in the stores, I’m anxious to get it moving! Usually when I create these outfits, I scour all my favorite shopping sites for combinations…but since so many stores don’t offer free shipping, it’s a bummer when you’re only looking at one item. So today I thought it’d be fun to create complete Fall outfits, each from a single store.

1) Nordstrom // Of course I’d start with them, because it’s my go-to, and they do offer free shipping and returns. I typically shop the Juniors department because it’s cheaper (and I don’t recommend things to you guys that I wouldn’t buy), but I’ve had some requests to mix it up, for sizing sake. I do have this blouse in black, and it’s a great fit and timeless style.

Boots and Plaid
Cream Blouse | Plaid Fringe Scarf | Distressed Jeans | Wedge Boot | Aviator | Navy Bag

2) Piperlime // I usually check this site when I’m looking for more classic items. And for the next few days, use code FALL20 for an extra 20% off your entire order. I have similar items to all of these, and can’t wait to put it together for myself!

Fall Chic
Cableknit Sweater | Flare Skirt | Tall Boots | Leopard Clutch | Arrow Earrings | Tassel Pendant

3) Old Navy // I love me some Old Navy…remember this post about the similarities between them and J.Crew??? I saw this vest in-store, and love that it has a low-profile silhouette…so it adds a layer, but not bulk. Oh, and use code ONSAVENOW for extra 15%! (That’s on top of the already 50% off sale they are running!)

Plaid & Vest
Puffer Vest | Flannel Plaid Shirt | Gray Slim Cords | Booties | Graphic Tote

4) Gap // I went through a dry spell with Gap for awhile…it seemed like their prices got too high, and the clothes were kind of bland. But they’ve really turned it back on again, and I always find things I love. And with their great sales (up to 40% off right now, with code NEWOUTFIT), the prices are good. I want this puffer vest so much…someone tell Mr. Sugarplum to put it on my birthday list, would ya?!

Sweater Dress for Fall
Sweater Dress | Fur-Trimmed Hoodie Vest | Gray Booties | Patterned Tights | Leather Satchel

5) Nordstrom // Oh hey, we’re back here again…I just can’t help myself. I don’t wear leggings often, but only because I don’t have any tops long enough to cover my lady bits. So how happy was I to find this darling plaid tunic!? #superhappy And guess where I found it?! The sleepwear department! But it’s totally thick enough to wear in public, and a great price. Not to mention, it will be comfy…since it’s a nightie and all. Especially when paired with the softest scarf ever made. That will teach me for only looking in Juniors! And if you don’t have leggings, I suggest you start with these, since they have 968 perfect reviews.

Plaid + Leggings
Plaid Tunic Top | Cozy Infinity Scarf | Black Leggings | Two-Tone Boots (on sale!)
Cognac Slouchy Tote (I saw this in-store and loved it!) | Watch

And last year’s favorite fleece-wrap cardigan is back…in a ton of new colors, and still on sale. I’m going to get some long tanks, and wear mine with leggings. Which of these outfits is most like your style? Who are your favorite retailers? Happy weekend, lovebugs!

Psssst….check out more Fall outfits here and here.


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