Get ready to take a trip, a vacation of sorts. I mean….that is how I feel these days when I come into my brand new farmhouse bedroom. It is week 6 of the One Room Challenge by Calling It Home and do you know what that means? Its reveal day!!! Come see all the farmhouse bedroom decor ideas and see how we completed this room in under 6 weeks!
I can honestly say I wasn’t sure this would ever happen. It seemed like this rooms progress advanced at a snails pace. However, This snail kicked it into high gear over the past week and I am thrilled to be done!
Last night, my husband asked me what else I needed to do, and I said “I just need to do the styling now” which he said, “and you don’t need me right? Yes! I am going to go fall asleep on a couch somewhere.” HAHA! I have to give a shout out to my husband for ALMOST ALWAYS being a good sport and helping me with whatever I need. He is a trooper, and I love him for it.
I also want to give a GIANT shout out to Lowes Home Improvement for their awesome cooperation and assistance throughout this whole farmhouse bedroom remodel.
They have been wonderful! I have to say they workers at our local Lowes know me by name these days, and are so very helpful!
So, if you have been following along for the last 6 weeks, you seen some our farmhouse master bedrooms progress. If not, check out these posts, which all have some super helpful tips including selecting farmhouse bedding , installing our Pergo laminate flooring, and installing faux beams.
If you have forgotten what my master bedroom looked like….well….here it is:
GAH! I am little embarrassed at how is used to look. But hey, life is life, and sometimes its just not pretty, or clean, or anything. It just is what it is.
The room before lacked storage, organization, and grown up style. I felt like I was still a teenager or newlywed that was kind of scrounging things together. It was definitely not the rustic farmhouse bedroom of my dreams. Our bedroom was always the last thing we worried about because we could just shut the door and hide it. Well, not so anymore…….check out the AFTER.
My Farmhouse Bedroom!
Okay so there were a few changes! The whole room got a completely different traffic pattern, layout, and there is storage and function galore, as well as a few pretty things. Well, a lot of pretty things.
Here’s a snippet of things we did to create our dream farmhouse bedroom:
- New floors
- installed board and batten
- built faux fireplace and mantel
- built window seats and book shelves
- installed faux beams
- installed new lighting
- Move bed to opposite wall, which meant changing the wall a bit
- painted with our favorite farmhouse white paint color
Now, its not really a short list when we get down into what each one of these things entailed. I am still quite amazed that I was able to get this finished by the 6 week timeline.
Lets talk about my farmhouse master bedroom decor and what we focused on to get this look……
I am going to start with the bed! Originally it was on the opposite wall, and I always wanted to have it on this wall, but the wall was actually too short for our bed, but after a little brainstorming, we realized we could add onto the wall, which meant my closet got just a touch larger. I am so glad we did it, the layout of the room is so much better now, and it seems so much bigger!
I dressed my bed with a ticking stripe duvet cover and made some euro pillow shams out of dropcloth from Lowes. My mom made this sweet quilt for my bed. These pieces all added to the farmhouse look I was looking for.
We took simple Osnaberg fabric and she quilted it up on her professional quilting machine. We left the edges raw, and once washed, it frayed just a bit. Perfectly imperfect for the farmhouse master bedroom.
What do you think of our new chandelier. I think its pretty snazzy indeed. In fact, I love it. I think it goes wonderfully with our new DIY faux beams. Farmhousey goodness? Check! These rustic farmhouse decorating ideas were important
I am obsessed with the new swing arm wall lamps we installed next to the bed. I have always wanted some of these.
You are so loved. I love this large farmhouse wall art, the size of it, the saying….it all. This is definitely a great example you could add to your farmhouse wall decor ideas.
The whole room got a board and batten treatment. I was tempted to do shiplap, but I wanted to change things up. I love the board and batten and managed to add a little bit of shiplap here and there, just for a fun accent.
I opted for a new old nightstand for my side of the bed. I found this ladder at a junk yard, fixed it up and turned it into a functional night stand. I will be doing a tutorial on it soon, but for now lets just look at it:)
The rustic goodness of the ladder goes so well with my flooring, wall color, well, just about everything.
I really wanted a window seat in my bedroom, so imagine my excitement when my husband suggested two!! There is a big reason why I wanted these window seats…well…besides snuggling in on one.
My husband sleeps with an amazing amount of pillows and blankets, and I have struggled with a storage solution for during the day when he is not using them.
We also wanted a storage place where we could either put our dirty clothes hampers, or more of my hubby’s pillows and blankets. I kid you not….he has that many. When we stay at a hotel, he cleans them out! I am more than thrilled with how they turned out, especially since there was a bit of a disagreement on how they should be.
You can see that we have a dormar wall, or “short wall” where our roof line is lower in one part of the room. While it adds character, it has always been a beast to decorate around. We decided to add built in book shelves with the window seats. This whole north wall of my room is built in window seats and book shelves. I am in heaven I tell you. I went from no storage, to literally more than I ever dreamed!
Its the perfect place to display some of my antiquing and junking finds.
We built these book shelves out of 3/4 inch plywood from Lowes. It was quite a project, but with such a unique wall shape, we had to do it ourselves. If you look closely, you can see a little touch of shiplap in the backs of the shelves.
I added some of my farmhouse books to the shelves, since I am all about the neutrals these days and its the perfect addition to any farmhouse style room, including my farmhouse master bedroom.
Now, speaking of shiplap, this is where I really dove in.
We built a faux fireplace and mantel. I thought the idea of a fireplace in the bedroom was so dreamy, and since our room is always the coldest, it seemed to make sense. We didn’t however want to install a wood burning fireplace for so many reasons…..hauling wood, keeping the space clean, having to install a chimney….and on and on. I found this amazing electric freestanding fireplace at Lowes, and it is the perfect compromise for the real thing.
We built our faux fireplace and mantel out of that 1 by 12 common board you can find at Lowes. Once again, since I am difficult, this was the best course of action for a picky girl.
I installed shiplap to the inside of the fireplace and above the mantel, all the way to the top of the ceiling. And you want to know who figured out and cut all those angled pieces? Me! That was hard work!
I changed the whole room. It made it more cozy and intimate. It is the ultimate farmhouse bedroom and I love it. Last night, my son said…”its like a mini family room”. Well, between the window seat, the fireplace, and my new swoon worthy chairs, he’s not wrong.
Now onto the flooring. I had had it with carpet. I have a dog….a big one. I have kids….4 of them. I have a husband…a big one. Between all of them, their hair, their messes, muddy shoes, I was done. Out came the carpet and in came this amazing Pergo laminate flooring in Modern Oak. Guys. Its amazing.
I was actually a little worried while we were installing it, because it was a big departure from anything I had installed before. But, once I started installing furniture, and decor, it was like it was the one thing I never knew I always needed.
Its an 8 inch wide plank, which is glorious. It is light, with a touch of grey and browns, somewhat of a weathered wood look. Its lovely. Stay tuned for a complete post about them.
I have to say, it also looks lovely next to my new rug.
This rug is so soft and the silver and cream accents are perfect. I originally was going to go with a more blue rug, but this one was speaking to me, like it was yelling at me.
The soft pattern doesn’t compete with anything else, and it definitely warms up the space.
Well….my friends, I believe that’s the end! I will tell you one more thing. I am going to sleep so good tonight!! But not too much, because you see, I have another reveal coming soon. I start my master closet within a few days, so be on the lookout for some more inspiration! Until then, I hope you enjoyed touring my new farmhouse master bedroom.
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I am obsessed with this space, and I never want to leave. I may start eating my meals in here too. You can’t stop me.
If you loved this One Room Challenge room reveal, check out my past rooms!
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One Room Challenge- Farmhouse Laundry Room Reveal!
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Kristen says
You seriously have the best farmhouse style makeovers ever! Your master bedroom is totally swoon worthy. Love how you changed up the whole feel of the room and all the decor is gorgeous!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you so much Kristen!
Kim says
It turned out great! Loving your little shelves around that dormer, great way to work around that and I love a good fireplace, but you had me at shiplap!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Doesn’t shiplap have magical powers? I swear! Thanks for the sweet words!
Laura says
This looks incredible. What a beautiful room, you thought of every detail!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Laura!!
Kristi says
Sarah!!! What an incredible space!!! The beams, the fireplace … everything about this space is just stunning!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Ah! Kristi! Thanks so much! I am headed over to check out yours right now! I am such a huge fan of your rooms!
tim@designmaze says
wow! the room is not even recognizable!! I love how your’ve completely re-imageine the functions of the and that fireplace is a brilliant idea! love all the built-ins and the space now looks like a sumptuous cottage retreat from a magazine! Congrats on week 6 of One Room Challenge!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly is wonderful after 6 weeks to see peoples reactions and reap the benefits of having it all done!
Lizzie | Emmerson & Fifteenth says
What a serene & cosy space – it’s gorgeous!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you!
Deb says
Sara Seriously, your mokeovers keeps getting better and better…I can’t with this room…it is sooo GOOD!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Ah Deb thanks! I am obsessed with yours as well!
Cassie says
what a difference! i love the fireplace area and the new layout!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Cassie!
Amy Dowling says
Seriously, Sara!! This is absolutely dreamy! I love every bit of it! I know you’re happy to be finished! Enjoy your new space.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Amy!
Maureen says
Simply stunning! Love every single thing!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you so much Maureen!
Bre says
such a huge difference!! Love that cozy little window seat and the fireplace area – I don’t think I would ever leave this room!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Bre! I plan on staying as long as possible! Ha!
morgan says
oh em gee I want to move into this room. light bright but with character – stunning job!!!
I just shared my ORC reveal, check it out here: http://www.charlestoncrafted.com/2017/05/10/orc-reveal-fully-diy-remodeled-walk-master-closet/
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Ha! Thanks so much! I actually visited your master closet reveal earlier! It looks so good! Planning on doing my closet next!
Leslie says
Such a beautiful room! You handled the odd angles perfectly. I’m totally in love with the built-ins and faux fireplace mantel. Pinning straight away!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Leslie! Thanks so much for stopping by!
Angela @ Simply Beautiful By Angela says
Such a fantastic job Sara!! I absolutely love your style. The window seats and the beams are just about the coolest things ever 🙂
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you Angela!
Shannon says
I LOVE this space!!! Great job.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Shannon! You’ve made my day! I am a huge fan of your blog and your style!
Roxanne says
It’s beautiful! Those beams are amazing!!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Roxanne!
Erin @ Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry says
Once again, I am obsessed with what you did. Your room makeovers are always some of my favorites. This master bedroom is absolutely stunning. Love the flooring you chose… and all those pillows. Perfection.
Jennifer Gainer says
I am in love with the ladder nightstand!!! Genius!!! Great job the room is beautiful!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks!
Amanda says
It’s absolutely beautiful! I don’t know what I love more, the beams, the board and batten or the beautiful vintage finds scattered around the room. It’s truly bedroom perfection!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Amanda!
Lora says
WOW! This was a huge project. There is so much that I like — but a few favorites are the ladder night stand and the swing arm lights.
Kati says
It’s so beautiful. I absolutely love everything about it, but especially those faux beams and al the built ins. Amazing job!!
Susie says
Looks wonderful, what an undertaking too! Especially like the glass detail on those swing arm lights!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Susie!
Jessica | Petal + Ply says
Oh my goodness! So good! I love the beams, built-ins, mantle…really everything!
carol says
Hi. Everything is beautiful? Would you mind sharing where you found the ‘you are so loved’ sign?
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
I found it at Home Goods!
Tracy says
WOW!!!!!!! I am completely blown away by how your bedroom turned out. This is one of the top makeovers I have ever seen. I love it!
Lynsey says
That rug???? Where did you get it and could you post a link if possible?
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
There are links to the rug on the in post images.
Diane says
OMG what a transformation…the room is just beautiful!!! You and your hubby are so talented!
June says
Wow you really put alot of thought and planning into every detail. It looks amazing, I especially like the way your colors blend. Have you ever hit your head on that slanted wall at the end of your bed, lol it may be that I don’t fully understand the rooms layout.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks! No we dont hit our head, it is far enough away from the bed that we dont, approximately 7 feet away.
Carrie says
Hi there – Totally LOVE EVERYTHING about your room.
Might you post a resources list on where you got all of your goodies from ?
Also – do you have a tutorial on how to do the faux beans ?
Looking forward to your reply – Then looking forward to working on my Master Bedroom.
Thanks so much
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Hi there! Everything in this project is from Lowes. I do have a tutorial to the beams, you can see that here.
Betsy @ Happily Ever After, Etc. says
Oh my gosh! I absolutely love the end result!! I was not expecting so much of a difference, my jaw literally dropped at the afters. Pinning!
Emy says
You did such a great job! I love the quilt so much!! The texture is beautiful! I have the same electric stove and it does a great job at keeping rooms warm. And it’s cute!
Carol, The Red Painted Cottage says
Sara, Your new master bedroom is simply gorgeous! I love the walls, beams, fireplace mantel, and the size of your room. I love all the shelving and cubbies and I could go on and on. I’m smitten with all of it !
Dyea Tumlin says
Please tell me the name of the swing arm lamps and where to get them!!! I’d love links to everything but I’m dying for those lamps!❤️
Ellen Pilch says
I love it! You must never want to leave this wonderful space.
Nicki says
I love what you did with this space! Every element goes perfectly together, you did a great job!
Dannyelle @ Life is a Party says
Wow, what a makeover. I love it, it’s gorgeous. It’s so white and bright, and cozy and inviting looking. Great job!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you!
Carol @ CAD INTERIORS says
The new layout is terrific! The built-ins and sitting area turned out great!
Sandy says
I read lots of blogs but rarely comment. I can’t contain myself today, however. It is stunning makeover! Love, love, love everything.
Where did you find that beautifully subtly patterned rug? It’s amazing!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Hi! Thank you! I got it from Lowes!
Amanda says
This is just so lovely Sara! I absolutely love everything about your space! I know that dormers are hard to decorate around, but it gives your room such a cozy feel!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you so much!
Chelsea @ Making Manzanita says
You’re not the only one OBSESSED with this room! I am too! It turned out SO beautiful. What a wonder oasis for you! Great job.
Ann C says
Oh my, I could just move right in. I have struggled deciding what I want my master bedroom to look like and now I know! Love every bit of it.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Oh thank you so much!
Dyea Tumlin says
Please tell me name and where you got swing arm lamps!❤️
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
I got them from Lowes.
Katy {ashadeofteal} says
I love everything! The floors, the built ins, and those beams are all so amazing! Beautiful makeover!
Jessica says
This is amazing!!! It blows my mind!! Sooo good!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Jessica!!
Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says
What a stunning makeover, Sarah! Your bedding is gorgeous and I love those beams! Enjoy it lots! xo
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thanks Kendra!
Kristin @ Postbox Designs says
So beautiful! I love your seating area, and those board and batten walls are super dreamy!
Leslea @ A Heart Filled Home says
Your bedroom is so dreamy! I love the built-in storage, the beautiful fireplace, and the cozy bed (and the lighting!!)! This is now the inspiration for my master bedroom – you did such a wonderful job!!!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Ah! Thank you so much!
Kate Hollingsworth says
Great work Sara – this is one of my ORC favorites! xx
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you!
Andi @ Life, Laughter and Lemonade says
Great job! I love rooms with interesting angles and nooks, they just naturally feel cozy. The addition of the beams is a great touch to both call attention to and balance the angles… Love it! I also really like your bed. Has it always been white or did you paint and distress it? I’ve got a cherry colored sleigh bed that I’m trying to convince the hubby to let me paint, you’re looks great! 🙂
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Hey thank you so much! Yes we painted the bed, it used to be a dark stained bed. Here is my post about it: Painting and Distressing Furniture
Jenny says
Your bedroom is gorgeous Sara! I think I’m most in love with the bedding and that quilt your mom made, but I also love that window seat, and then pretty much everything else about the space. Beautiful job!
Melanie says
Hi Sarah!! This bedroom is absolutely beautiful!! I tried to pin this post & I keep getting a message that this post cannot be pinned. Just wondering about that! Thanks for the beautiful inspiration!! I’m ready to get started on mine now!
Melanie
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Melanie, so sorry about that! Pinterest is randomly giving websites pinning problems. I believe it has been fixed!
Amy says
Where did you find the you are so loved sign?
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
I found it on clearance at Home Goods!
Carrie says
Your room is such an inspiration! I love the cozy, bright color scheme. Did you use the same white for the walls and your bedframe? What paint colors did you use? THANK YOU!!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Yes! I did, It is called Antique White. Thank you so much!
Elizabeth says
Where did you get the black swing wall lamps?
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Those are from Lowes. There is a link to them in the post.
Shellie says
I LOVE What you did in your bedroom! I love the swing arm lights and the “ticking” bedding…. but I looked and looked trying to find info for where they came from. I have been looking everywhere online for ticking sheets or any thing related. I would love your input PLEASE!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Hi! Sorry about that. I got them from Ikea! You can find them on their website.
Michelle says
Sara! Your master bedroom transformation is absoultely gorgeous! I especially love the sitting room area you added with the faux fireplace.
I’d like to invite you to share this at the Farmhouse Friday link party on my blog The Painted Hinge Farmhouse. The party kicks off every Friday at 6am PST. When you link up, I will share it with a direct link back to your post on all my social media, including on the DIY Farmhouse Style Facebook group, which has 195+ members. I hope to see you there! 🙂
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you Michelle! I will try to make it to this weeks party!
Lisa says
The transformation is stunning. The amount of charm that you added is truly inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing your gorgeous bedroom.
Melissa | Welsh Design Studio says
What an incredible makeover! It’s just beautiful, and I love the built-ins! I’m pinning your room.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you so much!!!
Donna says
Totally. Awsome. Room. Love the mix of painted and raw woods. I love the soft relaxing feeling and colors. The built in’s…OMG! Can I borrow your husband for about a year please-I can’t even get mine to paint?
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Ha! You’ll have to wait until I am done with him! Thanks!
Donna @ Modern on Monticello says
I am not sure I can find the words to describe your master bedroom – “wow” just doesn’t seem to do it justice. Honestly, this is a beautiful and fabulous makeover and you should both be very proud of the work you have put in it. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Thank you so much!! Have a great day!
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says
Hey, Sara! Just wanted to let you know that we loved your The Ultimate Farmhouse Master Bedroom so much when you shared it at the #HomeMattersParty last week, we’ve FEATURED it THIS WEEK! Hope you can check it out when you get a sec. Happy Friday!!!
http://lifewithlorelai.com/2017/07/13/home-matters-linky-party-144/
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai / Home Matters Linky Party
Vicky says
Stunning! Looks so cozy! Where did you find your area rug by the way? It is nice and soft feeling.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Hi there, I actually got it from Lowes
melissa atkinson says
Did you say what floors you used? I read through, but maybe I missed it?
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Yes, I used Pergo laminate in Modern Oak.
Ivory says
Fabulous, fabulous and fabulous
Chris says
Your room is so charming! What color wall paint did you decide to use? My guess is that it was from Lowes!
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Hi there, its Antique White by True Value
Lindsey Gabriel says
I love this! What color do you have on the walls?
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Its called Antique White by True Value
Jay says
I LOVE your faux fireplace!!!! Do you have a tutorial for it???
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Yes I do! Check out this link here.
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Jamie says
I am new to your blog and just love your easy going, beautiful style!! Your master bedroom is my idea of a real retreat! LOVE!! I also appreciate your DIY passion! I’ve always been the DIYer in my home and finding other women that love it too, is empowering!! I’ve been at it over 40 years and I”m still not “done!”.
twelveonmain@gmail.com says
Wow, thank you for commenting! I truly appreciate you being here!