Over the past year, since Brent bought his first home, he has so graciously let me decorate and furnish it. Many of the projects I have shared over the past year were for his home. As I prepare to move in after the wedding, I am excited yet sad to see our home go through a new transformation.I am very proud that were able to completely furnish his home…on a budget…and I love every piece of it. But the reality of it is that I am moving in and I have a lot of stuff…I mean have you seen just my craft room? So before I move in I thought I would take you on a little home tour with me to see the whole house as a “before” and over the next year I will be sharing with you new things I do to make our house a home…with all my stuff… Layers of sheer and white curtains give privacy and an airy feel…we are talking about snatching up every clearance curtain I could find and throwing it together to make something work! The plates above the closet are relatively new, and I love how it immediately made your eye look up making the small master bedroom just a little bit bigger. Boring tiny master bath…the curtains are staple gunned up! Lots of thrift store finds painted white. Guest bedroom that is soon to double as a crafting space. The only room Brent “decorated”! Office/music room. I will eventually paint over the spackling! I am thinking a shabby light blue… Lots of seating as we love to entertain. Neither of us are real drinkers so we have lots of sparkling lemonade and juices on hand… Have not decided, but am leaning towards a white door… Brent’s guitars showcased and in arm’s reach to encourage lots of playing. The “garage” for now…We like bikes, can you tell? Well…there it is…the pre-move in home tour! A little exciting and a little overwhelming…moving in and redecorating right before the holidays! But I am excited to nest and cannot wait to take you along this new little journey!
How do you deal with moving?
I love what you've done - everything is so homey and warm and inviting! Congrats on your upcoming wedding!
ReplyDeleteThat Garage is a space goldmine!! If you got some of those cool wall mounts and hide the washers with some curtains you could have the garage as your craft area...
ReplyDeleteWow, what a house. I can't wait to see how you "improve" it with you things. Is that possible? I'm not dealing very well wtih moving right now,so I will just say that prayer is a major necessity in moving. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable house! That was such a fun tour!
ReplyDeleteWow, there's a ton of pics. I remember most of those posts. After seeing them again, I want togo out and get some paint...and hit the thrift store on the way back home.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what's next.
I love all these photos. You have done so much over the last year and everything looks amazing. Can't wait to see what you do after you move in!
ReplyDeleteOMW!! I totally thought that was your house all this time you've been posting pictures. I had to LOL about Brent's room that he "decorated." If I let my husband "decorate," things would not bode well for our marriage. I like to let him think that things are his idea. ;)
ReplyDeleteIt's a sweet, beautiful home!!!
i loved looking at all of those!!
ReplyDeleteGreat tour! So much fun stuff to look at! The bar stools are by far my favorite! :)
ReplyDelete-Jill @ Barnes Yard
What a lovely home! You have a heck of a guy. TO let you decorate before moving in.....?? Lucky you!
ReplyDeleteSandra
Hey Ashley, this is such a cozy house! You and Brent are so cute! You will love married life...it is so great! Where do you guys live?
ReplyDeleteI love your decorating style! It's eclectic yet homey and cozy. You've done a beautiful job so far, good luck with the move!
ReplyDeleteAhhhh I love everything you've done so far! We have very similar taste in decorating! I can't wait to see what else you do!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE it! It just makes me laugh that he let you decorate his bachelor pad. It is not very masculine at all. I struggled to picture him in each picture. lol
ReplyDeleteGirl, EVERYTHING you do never ceases to amaze me- i LOVE that you decorate on a budget and you can make something gorg out of something from the dollar tree. I LOVE the dollar tree- i read your blog daily.. you inspire me!!
ReplyDeleteKeep the pics coming.. your wedding stuff so far, absolutely Brilliant.. i'm totally digging the dollar tree monogram plate!! ( and i love that you said you have so much "STUFF" - i have alot alot alot of it.. what's with all the little stuff that makes everything feel so homey?!
- Kat
Http://goldielocksher3bears.blogspot.com/
So warm and cozy! So YOU! Maybe on my next trip home I'll actually be able to see it!
ReplyDeleteI am going to need awhile to look at all those details - it looks so good!
ReplyDeleteSoooo cute! I love your style! I can't wait to see how you redecorate; I'm sure you'll have a blast :)
ReplyDeleteHope you have a good move!
Heather
Seeing as how I have a new home, in a new city... and seeing as how I am an ever so dedicated bridesmaid, I am requesting the following:
ReplyDelete1. A bike.
2. First crack at any home items you will be giving away.
Thank you and good day!
You are an absolute master at decorating every inch of your home and making it look GOOD. I found soooo many things I LOVED!!! Like the chicken wire clipboard thingy. The plates under the window. Your banners. Your stools. Oh gosh, what a goldmine of eye candy! Can't wait to see what else you do wtih the house!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous place. Love the kitchen. Looking forward to seeing what you do.
ReplyDeleteSteph
www.diviacity.blogspot.com
WOW
ReplyDeleteIt feels so homey...love the idea of a frame in front of the large bathroom mirror.
How I deal with Moving? By bein complete maniac! I mean we moved from a 4 bedroom home to a 2 bdr apartment (that was a challenge) but we made it work...just be super dupper organize and get rid of what you TRULY dont need.
ashley...it looks great.
ReplyDeletexo
Popping in from SITS - I've loved seeing the tour our your home this morning - such inspiration in many of the pictures. It's a beautiful home you've created. Can't wait to see what more you do when you move in.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great bloggy find!! I love your style and hopefully will be implenting of few things in our home :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the inspiration! and Congrats on your upcoming wedding!
These photos are great...what a fantastic decorating job you've done!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your talents!
Very pretty. And I have to admit, I'm glad that even though you are engaged, you are not moving in yet. I'm old-fashioned about that, but waiting to move in together can wait. Found out the other day that the 23 YO next door is pregnant. She and her BF have been together 4 years, living together for 3...the baby is due in Feb and the wedding is the next October.
ReplyDeletei just came across your blog a few days ago and love, love, loooove your style! i totally admire people that are so eclectic and have so many little things that all work together. your place is so funky and fun and i LOVE it, especially all the white with pops of color. that is what i love most and keep trying to do in my own place. keep up the good work, can't wait to see how you transform the next place. i hope the wedding goes well! stop by if you ever get a sec
ReplyDelete-natalie
www.centsiblychicsisters.blogspot.com