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09/25/19

Master Bedroom: $100 Room Challenge REVEAL

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

It’s finally here!! It’s reveal week for the $100 Room Challenge! Y’all, this has felt like a project that wouldn’t end. I think that the hubs being away a couple times during this project and starting back with homeschool is the reason for that, but I am SO GLAD it’s done! Mostly because I completely LOVE it! (Note the use of capital letters! And exclamation points!)

Week 1 / Week 2 / Week 3 / Week 4 (you are here)

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

The $100 Room Challenge is a chance every September and January for bloggers and home decor enthusiasts to makeover a room in their home for, you guessed it, $100. This is such a fun challenge and has been the catalyst needed for getting my rear in gear to spruce up some spaces around our house (check out our playroom/sunroom and our laundry room). I second guessed myself so many times this go-round. I kept thinking that maybe I had bitten off more than I could chew with this room, but once I had committed to doing the master bedroom, I kept telling myself “I won’t back down” (thanks Tom Petty…wink).

Bedroom Transformation

I am so glad I went out of my comfort zone and did our bedroom for this challenge because I.absolutely.love.it. I can’t believe the transformation. Speaking of which, let’s take a look back at where we started. (I mean, everyone loves a good before and after, right?)

Bedroom BEFORE Pictures

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!
Bed BEFORE
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Cha Cha Changes: What Got Done

Bed Accent Wall

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

The bed isn’t in the same space anymore. Probably the biggest change in this space is the new accent wall we did over the bed. All it took was nailing several pine 1x2s to the wall and it gave the bed a whole new look. It’s amazing how dramatic this inexpensive DIY was; the boards we used were only $0.98 each. I didn’t want to paint or stain the wood either, so this accent wall was a quick and easy project!

New Lamps: DIY Lamps for the WIN!

I know this is a little thing and is SUCH a “first world issue” (so I am a tad embarrassed to admit it, but the lamps that I had next to the bed were not my “cup of tea” and for some reason they just irked me. Clearly not having your “most favorite” lamps is low on the list of priorities, but I love the new ones SOOO much! They give the space a completely different look! (Just humor me here if you don’t think so too.) Last week I did a sneak peak of the room. See the old lamps? (I’ve had them for 20 years, so I think I’ve gotten my money’s worth. Thank you J.C.Penney’s.)

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

Now check out what the space looks like with the new lamps!

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

Big difference, right??? Both were made from glass jugs I had already and some light kits. I swiped the lampshades from our living room (The old lampshades look a tad silly on our living room lamps, but I’m completely fine with living with them like that for a little while!) This might be one of my favorite details in the master bedroom.

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

Bedroom Dressers: Chalk Paint Anyone?

This space included a LOT of painting. Basically if it could stand still, it was painted. Walls, dressers, mirror, curtain rods, drawer pulls, the master bedroom got a fresh coat of paint on most surfaces.

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

I had thought in Week 2 that I might paint the dressers a different color, but ended up going with white because #budget. I’m kind of glad the budget made me stick with the white paint I had on hand. I can be kind of fickle about decor, so having things in white makes it easier for me to do a little switcheroo at a later date (if I want to- right now I have no desire to switch anything!)

Inexpensive Bedroom Wall Art

Painted Mirror

We added some of the same 1×2 lumber that we used above the bed as a frame to the old mirror. You can see how awkward it looked like here (It was even off-center. Glam. Huh?)

Frame Magazine Photos

The little bicycle picture above my desk is actually from a Serena and Lily catalog. Gotta love free art!

I actually have another picture from the same catalog that is now downstairs- I stole the cloud painting (you can spy it on top of the white cabinet above) from down there, so it seemed only fair to replace it with something. I feel justified in pillaging from my own home- especially when it’s just something I painted myself; it wasn’t something that was actually purchased for a particular space. This little bit of recycling is a prime example of keeping your eyes peeled for things that interest you that you can pop in a frame. It could be from a catalog like I did, or it could be from a calendar, a playbill, a brochure, a postcard, anything that strikes your fancy.

Baskets and Placemats as Wall “Art”

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Opposite from the pillaged cloud painting was quite a big space- a big empty space…. on another one of my “pillaging escapades” (aka “walk around the house and think about how you could use what you have”) I raided my placemat drawer and came up with 7 of these little woven circles. I also had 3 baskets that I thought might work as wall decor. I thought for SURE my husband, Mr. PearTreeHome, would turn down this idea. Sometimes I come up with things to try that are a little too “out there” for him….but he was on board!

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

A little painter’s tape let me visualize and play with where the different circles would go on the wall before making any nail holes. I really like the way it turned out- completely fun and unexpected. I also love the texture and the way it subtly ties into the wooden accent “headboard” above the bed.

Work Space and Workout Space

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If you remember from my original post for this challenge, I had said that I needed different “zones” in the bedroom. Specifically, I needed a little desk area to work and also an area for my elliptical. Well, I was able to find a spot for both of these areas! Yay!

I ended up moving my desk from it’s “trial location” ( from Week 2) in front of the window.

master bedroom budget makeover
$100 Room Challenge Week 2

I like the idea of having it near the window, but most of the time I am working at my computer is at night, so the blinds are closed anyway. Placing it in the little “nook” is the perfect spot. I also like that I can have the little bike picture and the beach painting above my workspace.

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!
You can see the elliptical peeking out in this picture.

The elliptical was a bit of a challenge. I looked online for room dividers and screens, but could not find anything close to what I had in mind for the right price. (It seems that dividers are starting to become popular again- who knew? Not this gal!) After some pondering, I decided to try it out in the little space where a bathroom sink should be (that’s another story for another post). Since my husband was on the other side of the country (we live in Richmond and he was in San Fransisco) when I was trying to decide where to put the elliptical, I decided to try it right beside his closet. Ha! It’s not the most beautiful thing to look at, but I like that it’s tucked away and not in the middle of the room like it was at the beginning of the challenge.

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!
Where elliptical machine was Week 1.

Doesn’t it look better in the new space! You barely notice it now. Not like where it was in it’s old spot- you woke up and BAM. That’s the first thing I saw when I opened my eyes. (Some might find this motivating-to get up and get ready to workout…I, however, did not.)

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

$100 Room Challenge Takeaways

Each time I complete a space for the $100 Room Challenge, I swear it becomes my new favorite space in my home. I think it’s going to be hard to top this bedroom makeover though.

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

This refresh is truly a testament to the power of paint. I don’t know why I am always amazed at what a transformation paint brings about, but it always blows me away! I love that this challenge highlights all the things you can do with what you already have.

$100 might sound like a good bit to work with, but for redoing an entire room, it doesn’t go very far- that’s where being creative and thinking “out of the box” comes in! There are points when you wonder if the “box” you were thinking “out of” was Pandora’s (ahem), but when your room makeover comes together at the end, it makes it all worthwhile!

Does your master bedroom need a budget makeover? Click here to see ideas on how I used just $100 to give my bedroom a much-needed refresh- all on a tight DIY-budget!

I’m so excited to see how the other bloggers’ spaces turned out! Scroll down to see more reveal posts and get your before and after “fix” for the week. You won’t be disappointed!

Where I Ended Up At: $100 Budget

  • Wall Paint: $29
  • Paint roller: $3.52
  • Chalk Paint for Dressers: already had
  • Spray Paint (for knobs): $4.99
  • Spray Paint (for curtain rods): already had
  • Decor: $9.98 (returned)
  • Yarn (to make tassels): $1.69
  • light chord kits: $9.60 x 2= $19.20
  • Moravian star: $3 from yard sale: my mom reminded me that this was the $1 EPIC deal!
  • s-hook and ring hook (for Moravian star above desk): 0.56 + $1.50
  • lamp shade adapters: $7.99
  • lumber: 0.98 x 18= $17.64
  • rope (tie backs for curtains): $7.99 (have tons extra for another project!)
  • TOTAL: $95.08!!! Where are the car keys? I still have $4.92 left to spend! 😉

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About Morgan

Hi there friend! I'm Morgan and I'm a thrifty DIY-lover just like you! My small budget has taught me to make a dollar stretch 'till it's basically transparent!No matter what your budget is, I want to give you the motivation and encouragement you need to make your own nest feel like HOME.
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  1. Terrie Tipler says

    September 25, 2019 at 1:38 pm

    Morgan your bedroom is beautiful. i love the color you went with in there. It looks so peaceful and clean. Love it!

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      September 28, 2019 at 2:52 pm

      It was definitely a space of “hodgepodge” meets “make do” before! I am so glad that I finally spent a little time on our bedroom! (Especially since this is the only space where mama can sneak away to work sometimes!) It feels more peaceful and clean to me too, for sure!

      Reply
  2. Rebecca | R&R at home says

    September 25, 2019 at 4:49 pm

    That skinny shiplap is SO CUTE!!!!!! I love how this space came together!!!!

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    • Morgan says

      September 28, 2019 at 2:50 pm

      It was such an easy and quick project! I wanted to learn how to use the nail gun during the “installation”, but alas….husband got it done before I could finish touch up painting! (It was THAT quick!)

      Reply
  3. Jen @ Jenron Designs says

    September 25, 2019 at 5:09 pm

    Your bedroom turned out amazing and all under budget too! I love the accent wall you created and the basket collage they are both great ideas.

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      September 28, 2019 at 2:49 pm

      Thanks Jen! I feel like I can justify my basket hoarding tendencies to my husband now….I mean you never know what $100 Room Challenge you might need them for! Ha!

      Reply
  4. Elizabeth Jones | Jonesville says

    September 25, 2019 at 6:54 pm

    It turned out so awesome Morgan!! SO glad you joined again!

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      September 28, 2019 at 2:48 pm

      Thanks so much! I am so happy I could join in again too! This group always inspires me so much at what they are able to get done!!

      Reply
  5. Joy says

    September 25, 2019 at 11:54 pm

    Wow, love it! It really looks different! I think the way you rearranged makes it feel way more spacious too. Super impressed with how much you transformed such a large space with that $100!

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      September 28, 2019 at 2:47 pm

      Thanks so much, Joy! I think having the bed on that other side made it definitely feel larger! I feel like I have all kinds of space now…maybe this is a sign I need to take up yoga…well, let’s not get too carried away! Ha!

      Reply
  6. [email protected] says

    September 26, 2019 at 12:50 pm

    Your bedroom is so cozy. And I love the new accent wall behind the bed. I’m trying to figure out where I can do that in our home. Great job! Enjoy!

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      September 28, 2019 at 2:46 pm

      It was such a quick and inexpensive project (especially since I just wanted to keep the wood natural and not painted or stained. It cost about $17 to do the wall!!

      Reply
  7. Alayna Caldwell says

    September 27, 2019 at 8:49 am

    I’m sure it feels like an entirely different room. Amazing what a little bit of space planning can do. I think it’s fantastic that you could fit the elliptical back into that nook and turn it into it’s own little zone so the rest of the room could remain the bedroom.

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      September 28, 2019 at 2:45 pm

      I am so glad that it’s tucked back there and you don’t notice it as much! Before it was nice being out to see out fo the windows when using it, but it was an incredible eye sore!

      Reply
  8. April says

    September 28, 2019 at 10:09 am

    Amazing work, friend! This makes me realize I need to be a little more creative with some of my DIYs. A lot can be done when we restrict ourselves to a set budget. I love it!

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      September 28, 2019 at 2:44 pm

      Thank you so much, April! Means a lot. I absolutely LOVE this challenge (especially when it’s finished 😉 because it really makes you flex your creative muscles and you get so much bang for your buck!!

      Reply
  9. Meredith @ The Palette Muse says

    September 28, 2019 at 4:19 pm

    Your bedroom was pretty before, but WOW is it gorgeous now! I love the wall color and that accent wall behind the bed. And I like the bed between the windows too. And I’m a big fan of Moravian stars. Everything looks so chic and relaxing in here, I bet you love being in here now. Fantastic job!

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      October 7, 2019 at 10:21 pm

      Thanks so much, Meredith! But I’m still drooling over your gold hex tile backsplash….Trying to brainstorm WHERE I can put that in my house!

      Reply
  10. Erin- Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry says

    September 29, 2019 at 12:22 pm

    Morgan!!! This is incredible!!! So many great ideas for this space! The wood accent wall behind the bed makes the space cozier and adds interest to the space. I LOVE those lamps you made… so pretty! And the baskets add great texture to a blank wall. Plus the simple act of rearranging a few things made the space flow beautifully. I love seeing what you do with your $100 budget. Thanks for joining the challenge for another round!

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      October 7, 2019 at 10:22 pm

      Thanks so much Erin! I love this challenge. These spaces are always some of my favorite places in my home. Thank you so much for organizing the challenge and being our fearless leader! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Lindsey @hilltown_house says

    October 3, 2019 at 1:05 pm

    I love the way that wall treatment behind the bed turned out! Such a simple but great touch to give the room some texture

    Reply
    • Morgan says

      October 7, 2019 at 10:24 pm

      Thanks so much, Lindsey! It was one of those ideas where, as it was starting to get nailed up I thought, “I sure hope this looks in real life what it looks like in my head!” Ha! Luckily it turned out ok! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Julie Briones says

    October 14, 2019 at 3:08 pm

    Morgan, you did a great job! The new lamps and that accent wall are perfect, as well as all the painting you did! Woot!

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    • Morgan says

      October 18, 2019 at 2:56 pm

      Thank you so much, Julie! We are enjoying it so much and I’m so glad this challenge gave me the motivation to do something in there!!

      Reply

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