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$75 Bedroom Makeover

 

Last week I was in sunny San Diego, CA helping my good friend Kristen give her apartment a little makeover. Her friends and family thought she was crazy for flying me out to help, but she swore to them that I’d save her way more than the air fare cost her. And she was right! Her bedroom had great bones, it just needed a little magic to make it the retreat that she dreamed of.

We started by painting the walls a great grey, called Storm by Valspar. It brought a lot of drama to the room, with just a little work painting one accent wall.

I also made a headboard for her, using 1/2 a sheet of $15 OSB board (we used the other half in another room), a foam mattress pad, an old blanket (she already had) and a curtain from Ikea. I put the foam on top, wrapped it with two layers of the blanket, and covered it all with one panel of the curtains, and stapled it all together on the back. Easy peasy stuff! (Sorry, 2 a.m. projects means no photos – boo!)

To add a little artwork, we took some starfish she already had and added hangers on the back to hang them on the wall randomly.  Since she’s a stone’s throw from the beach, it incorporates the beachy feel that she loves, without going too nautical.

For the lamp on the side table, I took one she already had from a pair in the living room, and just gave it a coat of white spray paint. Since she only needed one in the living room, breaking up the set was a great option to get the look she wanted for less.

In her display cabinet, we just cleaned up, culled out and rearranged a lot of what she already had.

 

I added a few shells from her collection into some seashell shaped bowls.

 

We also kept a small photo of home (that’s my neck of the woods) and a few other momentos that she loved.

For her lamps, I simply took some fake coral that she already had and spray painted it silver. I just sit it on the front side of the stick lamp to add a little sparkle.

Since she already had the lamps, coral and the paint already on hand – this was a free makeover (gotta love those!)

All in total, we spent $75 on this bedroom, using a lot of what she already had to create a space that’s perfect for her and her husband.

Headboard costs:
$7 for 1/2 sheet of OSB board
$10 for foam mattress pad
$7.50 (one of a set of two panels)
FREE blanket from homeowner

Lamp
Free lamp
$5 for white spray paint
$15 lampshade

Paint on walls
$30 for 1 gallon of paint – Storm by Valspar

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Gina Luker is a writer, photographer and lover of all things quirky. She's usually found with a drill in one hand and a cocktail in the other while blogging along the way. She's addicted to coffee, polka dots, rock stars, Instagram, and everything aqua.

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Comments

  1. It's All Connected says

    September 10, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    You did a great job of pulling together meaningful elements and avoid a “seen all that before” look! ~ Maureen

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 10, 2012 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks, Maureen!

      Reply
  2. Susan says

    September 10, 2012 at 3:53 pm

    Oh Gina, you’re good – $75 to rock her world is awesome!! (please ask your friend where she got that red hutch, love it!)

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 10, 2012 at 8:07 pm

      She bought it at a local (to me) shop called Ty Alexander’s. I’m not sure what line it is – but they have beautiful things!

      Reply
  3. Ellie says

    September 10, 2012 at 4:24 pm

    That’s awesome! I love it–both the bedroom and the price!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 10, 2012 at 8:08 pm

      Thanks so much, Ellie!

      Reply
  4. Mary Ann says

    September 10, 2012 at 4:28 pm

    I like this very much!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 10, 2012 at 8:09 pm

      Well I love that you like it, Mary Ann πŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. Peggy says

    September 10, 2012 at 4:55 pm

    Simply amazing! Gina, you never cease to amaze me! I can hardly wait to see what else you did while out there. Take care now, Peggy

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 12:15 pm

      Thanks, Peggy! Stay tuned all week – there’s definitely more to see!

      Reply
  6. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    September 10, 2012 at 5:02 pm

    It looks fabulous. I love the subtle beach touches. Hugs, Marty

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 12:17 pm

      Hi Marty! I love the beachy hints, too – there’s more to see in the other rooms – yay! Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  7. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    September 10, 2012 at 5:53 pm

    What a difference, Gina! Even the paint was a fantastic change. Job well done!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 12:18 pm

      I know! It’s kinda crazy how much paint can change a space, huh? Thanks, girl!

      Reply
  8. Julia says

    September 10, 2012 at 7:00 pm

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  9. NanaDiana says

    September 10, 2012 at 8:40 pm

    Oh-YOu did good- Really, really good! It looks great- look at all the money you saved her! xo Diana

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:52 pm

      Thanks so much, Diana! I tried to save as much as I could, because the living room & office were a little more expensive πŸ™‚

      Reply
  10. Heidi Smith says

    September 10, 2012 at 11:03 pm

    IKEA makes a very similar red hutch! I thought it was it at first! I wish I had a spot for one. πŸ˜‰

    Beautiful transformation!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:53 pm

      Love, love, LOVE me some Ikea!

      Reply
  11. Pink Overalls @DIY Home Staging says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:10 am

    Looks fabulous. Your friend is lucky. I especially like what you did with the coral and stick lamp.

    One question: how did you adhere that beautiful headboard to the wall?

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:54 pm

      Ah ha! I put D ring hanging hooks on the back and hung it on the wall – luckily the studs lined up perfectly… but you could use anchors, too!

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  12. Christy says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:24 am

    Awesome makeover!!!!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:55 pm

      Thank you!!!!

      Reply
  13. legato1958 says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:28 am

    Love the changes! That headboard idea is awesome!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:55 pm

      I’m kinda crushin’ on it, too! Thanks so much!

      Reply
  14. Dee says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:45 am

    Oh WOW! that simple makeover makes such a difference. it is just the kind of thing I like to see as it is within the reach of most of us mere mortals. thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:56 pm

      Awww… shucks! I do like simple, but also wanted to make it feel like a big change. Thanks so much!

      Reply
  15. Our Wired Lives says

    September 11, 2012 at 12:53 am

    I loved that you’re really staying low budget and still getting a pretty dramatic makeover. Wonderful work.

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:58 pm

      Not all the rooms were that cheap – but I did cut stuff out of the budget where I could. Gotta make splurges with the make-dos πŸ™‚

      Reply
  16. Tricia Hicks says

    September 11, 2012 at 1:59 am

    Simply lovely Gina! I’m going to try and make it to Bella Rustica. I’ll be on the lookout for you!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:58 pm

      I hope you make it! I’d love to see you again, my friend!

      Reply
  17. Stella Star Cordova says

    September 11, 2012 at 3:02 am

    Wow, so amazing! Can’t believe you made such an amazing transformation on so little cash.

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:59 pm

      Thanks, Stella. Big changes with small cash are my favorite kind!

      Reply
  18. Clara says

    September 11, 2012 at 5:33 am

    Great work, Gina! You gave a new life to this room! And without spending a lot of money! Great!!!!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 3:59 pm

      Thank you, Clara!

      Reply
  19. Katherines Corner says

    September 11, 2012 at 1:52 pm

    Thrifty and oh so cute!! xo

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 11, 2012 at 4:01 pm

      Thanks so much, Katherine!

      Reply
  20. Jean @ www.thebackyardbungalow.com says

    September 11, 2012 at 4:12 pm

    Nicely done! Love the grey walls!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 13, 2012 at 12:14 pm

      Thanks, Jean! It’s hard to tell, but it’s a darkish putty kinda grey – it was so pretty!

      Reply
  21. Bliss says

    September 11, 2012 at 9:34 pm

    Red and wow!

    ~Bliss~

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 13, 2012 at 12:13 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  22. Georgia says

    September 11, 2012 at 9:52 pm

    Gina!
    Great work , my friend! Nothing looks “make-do” instead it looks very professional. Wanna come live with me for a week or two? I could use a fresh eye to get my home together!!

    See you in a couple of weeks!

    Love and hugs!
    Georgia

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 13, 2012 at 12:15 pm

      Thanks, darlin’! Give me a couple of months to rest and I’ll be on my way πŸ™‚

      Can’t wait to see ya SOON!!!

      love ya,
      G

      Reply
  23. Michele {The Scrap Shoppe} says

    September 12, 2012 at 5:24 pm

    The room looks AMAZING!! I love the contrast of the gray with the white starfish. I’m sure Kristen loves it, too! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 13, 2012 at 12:16 pm

      Thanks, sweet friend! Can’t wait to see you soon!

      Reply
  24. Libby says

    September 12, 2012 at 10:02 pm

    Wow, this is such a fantastic makeover! It was worth the trip for this beauty and of course a time to catch up with friends. Great work!

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 13, 2012 at 12:17 pm

      It was so much fun to spend the week with her! Thanks for the sweet comment!

      Reply
  25. The Pennington Point says

    September 14, 2012 at 1:01 am

    All three rooms look amazing! You’re the queen of making over a room on a budget. Lisa~

    Reply
  26. Marcia says

    December 8, 2014 at 8:34 pm

    What did you use to glue the starfish to the wall?

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      December 9, 2014 at 9:07 am

      http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2012/03/how-to-make-hanging-starfish.html

      Reply
  27. Diane says

    September 17, 2016 at 10:37 am

    Wow. Your creativity never ceases to amaze me. The room looks so inviting. I just love the color combination.

    Reply
    • Gina Luker says

      September 17, 2016 at 11:13 am

      Aww, thanks Diane, you are too sweet πŸ™‚

      Reply
  28. Karen Doerr says

    October 26, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    what is Valspar’s color number for Storm? Such as 4004-2B

    Reply

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