This is my guest bathroom. I had to decorate it in like 2 days with all the extra home decor I had after moving in 2 years ago. I like it, it's cute... but I didn't LOVE it.
At our old house we had sage green, black and white as the colors in the bathroom. But I felt like it needed a fresh new face. (That wouldn't cost me too much.)
I usually pick one item to be my inspiration for the room. It helps me decide the theme and get ideas flowing. I chose this cute Black and Cream picture frame I snagged from Rod Works last year on sale.
Instead of throwing away my Dollar Tree Art work, I decided to give it a face lift. I used Modge Podge to add the striped scrapbook paper, then I painted over the cream saying, and used a stencil to add my own art work.
*Tips- Modge Podge, if you haven't used it, your missing out! I use it for lots of projects and you can buy it at JoAnn's Fabric with a 50% off coupon for like $3! (Or you can buy it at any craft store really.) Don't be shy with it, it looks really thick but it dries clear.
*Tips-Stencil, I purchased the pictured stencil at Hobby Lobby for $2.99 and they have LOTS to choose from. This is a great way to create your own art in any room. Don't skimp on the stencil brush! Sure they offer a $2 one but go ahead and buy the bigger, more durable brush for $4 it will be worth it in the long run.
I exchanged the framed flower art work for this metal decor. I bought this at a discount home decor store a few years ago and it was cream. I added a coat of black spray paint and sanded a few spots to let the cream show through the black. Really easy!
I also used my stencil to update this frame to match the room better. I used cream scrapbook paper and black paint for the stencil.
Here are some more tips/idea's on bathroom decor-
*Don't be afraid to hang more than 1 thing on a wall. Even if you have a small bathroom like me, it still deserves to look nice!
*Just because it's a picture frame, doesn't mean you can only put pictures in it. Try mixing it up with different patterns of paper, art work, or random photos in black and white or what ever matches your theme.
*Use your space! I use my window seal and counter top for things.
*If you see something you like but can't afford it, try to re-create it. Most people won't even know it's home made.
Now I have an updated bathroom and it took me about an hour to complete. (Granted I had everything at home already.) I hope this gave some of you inspiration, or helped get idea's flowing.
