Zack's Study Room: part 4

So this one might be boreing but it did add quite a nice touch to the room. I LOVED the paint color we put on Zack's study room ("camelback") but once the paint was up, I didn't love it as much...and then I figured out why. It was the awful red tiling clashing with the beige

Well I was poor so I couldn't redo the tile...but I did remember that my mom had some offwhite carpet scraps from our house in Magnolia. So being the lovely mother that she is...brought them up! One problem...I never messed with carpet in my life.... Luckily, my AMAZING boo, Zack help me cut the carpet with BOXCUTTERS (not as fun as it sounds). We started with 2 long strips and cut it down to use EVERY piece exept for one corner.

Like the action shots of my little helper?? ok...the pieces are cut and fit perfectly...what's next?? Taping them together! Leave it to a young lady to Arkansas to flip it upside down and put it together with duct tape....for the record...it worked perfectly, thanks. step.. 3:carpet tape! Because this was a small room, all I did was lay the carpet tape about 1" away from the wall all the way around the room. Finally...the door wouldn't open over the carpet. so I cut a half circle to fit the door swing perfectly (so not TOO much of that hideous tile was exposed.
So what do you think???? Do you guys have any better or cheaper ways to cover up the tiles?? Do tell!!

Zack's Study Room-- pt. 3

It's time for stage 3 of Zack's study room!! Last week I shared the before and after pictures of Zack's study room design here. THIS week, I will be sharing about that adorable little cabinet that was left behind.

Yes, I know what you're thinking...."Lauren...adorable...REALLY?" Come on, guys, it just needs a little TLC! I really wanted to dress this room up and make it more homier and calming....but I also wanted to add a "study" touch without making it look like an elementary classroom. Thank God (literally) I was helping Zack clean out some supply closets as well and stumbled upon this bad boy. YES, that is chalkboard paint!!!!! It took about three coats but it definitly added a pop to this cabinet!

(check out my gaurdian between my feet). Aparently it was a big hit because it didn't take long before Zack threw some love back my way, and his roommate showed off his art skills.

P.S....I want to set up this image for you...Zack's roommate (Trey Lippe) plays for the UCA Bears all-conference football team and his fraternity brother. Let's take it a step further, Ever seen Rocky V? the "kid" Rocky trains....Tommy Gun (who is a legit world champion boxer btw)...is Lippe's dad! Anyway, he wanted to design beautiful artwork :)

ON TO STEP 2!!! You can't have a sleep counter with ugly sides!!! I wanted the sides of the cabinet to flow with the trim so I went with antique white.

It took 3 coats of paint...but that's just because I'm a perfectionist...It probably could have been done in 2.

Finally, I added some black shelf liner for the inside (please excuse the mess...Zack's not organized per say but hehas to have things picked up)

I hope you all enjoyed the cabinet makeover!! What do you think about the idea?? Do you have any other ideas for cabinets??

Zack's study room!! pt. 2! --the breakdown

Hello darlings!! As you may remember from last week's post, Zack's study room is finished!! This week I will be breaking down his room in and out! Today...painting.... We were lucky that his landloards offered to pay for the paint and supplies...along with deducting 1st months rent for the job...So we jumped to it....




(it's true......I do love him.)As you can probably tell....I edged and Zack rolled. It took about 2 coats to cover up this blue. We used "camelback" from Sherwin Williams. BY. FAR...the worst part was painting the brick.Yeah....that smile is very fake....here's the more realistic face:We were able to find eco-friendly floor coveres at Wal Mart (who knew!) Ps...I know I look stunning.... So how about you guys?? Any painting-horror stories??? How about great changes?? Doesn't paint make a room look completely different??

BIG REVEAL!!! Zack's study room!! (part 1)

Just for the record...most of this room has been done for about a month now. We just put the finishing touches on it today (although I'm SURE it could change). This was done on a very cost efficient budget and we have gotten TONS of compliments (your welcome, Zack). Speaking of him...Zack has gone from making this room his dirty laundry basket...to actual study usage (I call it his man cave). So without further ado...I present....the before!and (drum roll, please) the after!!
So I have to know....what do you think????? Do you have any other suggestions for the room (go ahead! be honest! I want to learn!!). I will be breaking down the steps to this room one by one forthe rest of the week, that way you can learn ever little detail and fun extras about this room! Happy Tuesday!