Double Campaign Rast + Gingham Drapes

So we made some real headway on Weeks' Big Boy Room this weekend, such a relief! Today I want to share this side of his room, now adorned with navy gingham and a double campaign chest {ikea} hack. 

I could not be happier with how the campaign chest turned out. I did not want it to look like a DIY piece of furniture by any means, ideally I wanted the real thing! With a few small changes to the Ikea Rast, we were able to get pretty darn close to what I envisioned all along. I couldn't be happier- it might be my favorite furniture piece I've ever worked on! 

The hardware really upgrades the look of course. I love that we have six additional drawers for storage- something that the nursery lacked as Weeks got older and those clothes and toys got bigger! 

The bookends are from the nursery but they are still perfect for a little boy. For now, I grabbed a lamp from another room until I decide on something more permanent. I was thinking a set of smaller lamps on each end, possibly. And, I just found the soft basket a few days ago at Ross, and piled a few books in there for now. The artwork is a print from a local festival that is held locally every October- Stephen has had this print forever and I even remember seeing it in his college room! I had it re-matted and painted the frame gold last summer. After seeing it done I always held it in the back of my mind for Weeks' future room!

I did the drapes myself {whew, big sigh of relief they are done!} and I'm in love. I went with a back tab style, with a blackout liner since this room is incredibly bright some days.

Here you can see the rod that I found which was a steal compared to the original inspiration rod.

I followed this tutorial if anyone is interested in this style drape- it was fairly easy, I have to say!

What do you all think? Next on the list for the Big Boy Room: Stephen is building the bed and we have to remove all excess furniture and accessories. His dresser will be here next week. Then we can really move him in his new room! 

I'll share the details of how we did the Ikea double campaign rast tomorrow!

Blue and white for days...

Ain't no shame in my game, I am a true lover of blue and white. It not only applies to my home, but also my wardrobe. Blue and white is such a classic look and one that I can reach for in my closet for an easy, well put together style. I rounded up some of my current favorites in this tried and true colorway...heck this may even become a regular occurrence because it was that fun to browse!

peplum top / seaport plaid top /  vintage scarf dress / wrap front blouse {more colors & on sale!} / double happiness jar / vase  / acanthus pillow {on major sale!} / knob / towels

I also have my eye on this happi coat...adorable. Wouldn't these be such cute bridesmaid gifts? 

Any fun plans for your weekend? I had to miss out on a shower and bachelorette party tomorrow night for my sweet sister-in-law to be so I'm a little bummed. It was just too far and a stretch for my little family for me to make it all that way. Instead, I will probably be working around the house and still catching up on things. Tough call but I know its the right thing for us after just being gone a whole week! Did I mention Weeks got car sick on our way home? Now THAT was a fun mess to clean up in the middle of nowhere! Poor buddy! Anyway, I hope your weekend is wonderful! xo.