Baby Boy Nursery Sneak Peek

We announced in January that we're expecting a new addition to our family! I hinted at the fact that we wanted to keep the décor in the nursery very gender neutral with gray, khaki, black, white and wood.

Since then we've found out that we're having a little boy! Be still my heart. I just can't wait to hold that little man in my arms!

We got the nursery painted and decided that the lovely vintage dresser I had thrifted for our space at Unlisted would instead become the baby's dresser and changing table. My mom graciously took it home and painted it white and the handles black.

During a fun day trip up to the Vintage Whites Market in Loveland this winter, I found the most adorable old alphabet print. We got that framed and hung right away. It set the tone for the whole room!

This is just one shot of how everything is coming together!

We've got the gorgeous crib put together and other parts of the rooms are starting to take shape as well.

I'm doing everything I can not to run out and buy the crib mattress, but my grandma has already informed me that I am to wait until my shower to buy anything more! I listen when my grandma tells me these things! :)

Happy March to all of you!
Karli

Sources:
Wall paint: Sherwin Williams Worldly Gray
Baseboards: Home Depot
Baseboard Paint: Sherwin Williams Extra White
Dresser: Thrifted
Dresser Paint: Rustoleum Heirloom White Spray Paint
Pouf: West Elm
Alphabet Print: Found at the French Corner booth
Frame: Hobby Lobby
Chair: Thrifted
Teddy: My own childhood teddy bear
Drapes: IKEA Ritva (hemmed by mom)
Drapery Rods: Bed, Bath and Beyond

Master Bathroom Reveal

Today I'm sharing pictures of our master bathroom remodel! Back in February, our contractor called me and told me that they'd like to use our space in an ad they're placing in a local magazine!

If you remember back to my posts from last year, you'll know we left off with a room that was stripped down to the studs. The project went quickly after my last update, but then life got in the way of me updating you here on the blog. (If you follow me on Instagram, you've probably seen many recent photos though!)

Now, the perfectionist in me is still saying, "Karli, you haven't found that perfect piece of found art to hang above the toilet" and "Those lovely barn doors aren't hung yet!" But those finishing touches will come very soon. For the time being, this beauty was ready for her photoshoot. Literally.

We found the perfect vanity at Restoration Hardware. I love the thick marble top! When I touch it and my fingers feel the velvety smooth texture, I swoon.

I knew I wanted two narrow, vintage looking mirrors above the vanity. I found two great beveled-edge pieces from Pottery Barn. I love their vintage look.

And the perfect wall sconces were found while I was browsing a Shades of Light catalog. Now, you may be wondering why I went with oil rubbed bronze for the lights. Yes, I purposely mixed finishes in this bathroom. It will make more sense in the next photos. :)

For the tub, this is where I spent hours and hours researching the perfect fit. Literally, we could not fit a tub in this space if it was one more inch wide. I found the narrowest slipper tub on the market. Trust me, I searched high and low. We have a narrow bathroom but I was bound and determined to get my tub!! We went with an acrylic tub that's been designed to look like a vintage cast iron. And that tub filler--it shines in all its glory!

Because I wanted the eye to move around the room, focusing on different spots, I opted for the black law feet with this tub. In fact, you'll start to notice a few more black and/or oil rubbed bronze items now that I've pointed it out. I wanted a collected look. Something that looked almost like a vintage farmhouse bathroom--with a slightly glamourous touch.

I knew I wanted to use marble hex in the bathroom somewhere. I actually thought I wanted the shower basin to be marble, but I am SO happy our contractor advised us otherwise. The solid surface basin they installed blends perfectly and is a breeze to clean! But I still got a gorgeous strip of the marble up the middle of the shower where the gleaming fixtures are mounted.

We couldn't be happier with how this bathroom turned out. We loved our contractor and would recommend them to anyone looking to embark on a bathroom renovation. They only do bathrooms, so they can be a trusted expert for you. And they met my perfectionist standards---that's no small feat.

Here are some of the images they shot. You can currently see our bathroom on Houzz.com and CondonContracting.com.



Courtesy of Condon Contracting

 



Courtesy of Condon Contracting

 



Courtesy of Condon Contracting

 

I hope you've enjoyed looking around our master bathroom!

Karli

Outfit of the Day 2/18/16

I had a lot of fun with my Stitch Fix post from yesterday, so I thought I'd share my outfit from today too. And honestly, I hope that the more of these I do, the better I'll get at taking these photos. :)
 

I mentioned yesterday how much I love kimonos. They're so comfortable and you can throw them on over just about anything for a little more coverage.

I got this colorful version at Unlisted, during one of their fun Ladies Nights. It was on sale and only cost me $30. I've worn it so much and I always get compliments on it. Well worth the investment.

The simple black dress came from the consignment store called Bump and Co. I also found a pair of jeans there. I love thrifting!

The earrings are Stella & Dot and the turquoise jewelry is from my collection, purchased over several years from small vendors.

I had a really nice day today. I stopped by the store and took some photos of furniture pieces that might work for a friend as she relocates to a new apartment. Then I met my friend Erin for a long lunch. We caught up on life and enjoyed salad and pizza from Racca's Pizzeria (used to be Marco's Coal Fired Pizza). Afterwards I ran some errands to get more of my favorite new hair cream. Love the texture it provides for my fine hair.

I hope you had a great day!
Karli