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Nursery Reveal

OUR 1st HOUSE· ROOM REVEALS

Will is five months old and I am just now showing you his nursery.  THE SHAME.  Please forgive me.  I know not what I do.  Please forgive me.  I’ll never stop lovin’ you.  Totally made up some of the words to the song.  And yes, I am a crooner.  But the point is clear: I am a loser for not finishing earlier.  But now that it is FINISHED (yeah! virtual bootie shake!) I am super pleased to share with you the littlest Bower’s room.  So without further ado…our nursery:

You may recall that we were going for a cabin-in-the-woods-meets-modern theme.  And every cabin needs log walls, right?  Well, instead of chopping down some trees and attaching them to our drywall, we decided that the best way to make it look woodsy without actually harming any woods would be to recycle palletwood and make an rustic accent wall.

You can read all about how we created the accent wall here.  I love the texture and rough masculinity it brings to the room.  And it perfectly ties in our different wood hues from our furniture and our over-the-bed-sign.  Also over the bed is a deer head.  At first, I wanted to create a deer mount from paper mache…but after a little brainstorming (and several nightmares where I had near death experiences with giant pools of glue and disappearing life rafts made of newspaper), I realized that there is a simpler solution.

I ordered a faux deer head from ebay and spraypainted it (I’ll show you a before & after sometime soon).  Dontcha just love the modern look to it?  Especially in contrast to that rough wall…I hate to admit it but I am droolin’ over a deer.  Plus, there is no possible way that I could have made a deer that looked that good (while still making me feel that it was secure enough to hang over our babies bed!).

The crib was a craigslist find and even though Will has yet to christen it with his nightly presence (he still sleeps in a pack n play and cosleeps) we know that it will last through all our children.  The bedding is actually just a simple white crib sheet and a homemade bedskirt which hides storage bins holding clothing.  We also have a few throw pillows in the crib for now…until Will makes the transition which will probably happen when he turns 14 🙂

Over the bed we wanted to a personalized sign…something that would make a large statement (pun intended) and also be something Will would think is cool in fifteen years.  Our solution was to make a simple sign out of 1×8’s and handpaint “Watson Creek” with some leftover sample paint.  How is this personal?  Well, it just so happens that Watson Creek is the place where I did my maternity photos and is a branch of the Yellow River (which runs behind my parent’s house).

After I stained the wood and painted the words, the sign only required a bit of wearing-in.  A little sandpaper and a good beating was all it took to make this sucker look worn and old.

Under the window, we stuck a leather ottoman for extra storage and for additional seating.  It actually works perfectly for Jeremy to have a seat while I read to Will or nurse him in our rocker.

Next to the crib, on the back wall we have our changing station.  The dresser is actually a buffet from Walmart.  It works great now as a place to switch out Will’s diapers and later, we will use it as a television console.

Above the changing station we have a round mirror from Ikea that Will LOVES looking at while we wipe his bum.   It’s like he’s showing off the goods to that other baby.  Cheeky little buggar.  And the changing pad got a quick makeover with an easy drawstring style cover that matches our crib skirt (the fabric is from Ikea for those asking).

Above the mirror I created a modern-lodge themed art wall.  The gallery of art and photos is perfect for pointing to Will and saying DEER…OWL….and WOOD.  And of course, my favorite piece is the twist on the “I’ll love you forever” book.  You can read more about the gallery wall here.

The buffet itself is perfect for storing all of our necessary baby gear.  It’s amazing how much stuff comes with such a little baby.  And I love compartmentalizing all the accessories for easy cleaning, dressing and feeding.

I would be remiss to not show you our little trashcan.  I got it at Goodwill for really cheap and I love how the texture is just like the woodsy accent wall.  Since we are cloth diapering it really cuts down on the amount of trash we accumulate so really a little trashcan is all we need.  Innnit cute?

On the other side of the room is our rocking chair, shelves and wardrobe.  This is also a good shot of the light.  The pendant light is the crowning jewel in this space.  After much debate, I finally decided that I wanted a giant drum shade to make a statement.  But I also wanted it to be simple and versatile enough to be used in another space later.  This chandelier answered my lighting prayers.

The shelves are actually one of my favorite things in the room because they can be totally personalized.  Not only are they ideal for display and storage, but I feel that they can grow with Will as his style changes…like when he is four and collects bugs…this would be the perfect place to put their dead carcasses.

On the top shelf we have this piece of art that my friend Brook painted for me for my birthday.  I was thrilled to see it (she actually gave it to me immediately after Will was delivered!) and the owl is something I will cherish for a long time.

On the left side of the owl is a fabric covered W I picked up in the clearance section of HomeGoods the week I found out I was pregnant.  I didn’t know it was a boy at the time but I loved the design and obviously we would have a boy named Will at some point (yes we would have kept trying until we had a boy) so I went ahead and spent the $3.  Next to that is a little silver hued tin bucket with some stick crayons.  I actually picked up these crayons in Peru when I was 24.  That was before I met Jeremy.  I just knew in my heart that one day I would have a little boy and I NEEDED these woodsy art supplies for him.

Flanking the other side is a little stack of books that were gifts from friends and family topped with a concrete owl I found in Goodwill.  Originally it was black…obviously I am addicted to white spraypaint.

The bottom shelf has a framed photography piece as a backdrop to a stack of books (from the collection of Jeremy & mine as children).  I actually took the photo and it is stones that were found in Watson Creek.  On top of the books is a wooden box (which was a gift box snagged from my old work after the christmas goodies were eaten) that I stuffed full of mini cardboard books – a handmedown from Cousin Cole.  Will’s closest cousin also gave him the two ceramic owls as a gift…he told me he picked em because they have nice eyes.  Isn’t that the cutest?

The other side has a couple frames and a wooden Goodwill owl as well as a silver teddybear bank.  The bank was actually my brother’s as a child so it really is very special to me to have a little bit of him in Will’s room.

Under the shelves was the perfect spot to place momma’s perch…the rocking chair.  It actually is an old Lazyboy armchair rocker that desperately needed a makeover.  So with a bolt of white linen, a bit of upholstery foam and a whole lotta staples, I was able to recover the entire chair just in time for Will’s birth.  Good thing too because I used this chair every couple hours breastfeeding.

Oh and you see that blanket hanging on the back?  Yup…that’s actually belonged to Jeremy – his initials are WJB just like Will’s.

And the sidetable next to the chair is the perfect place to put a glass of water and Lansinoh – plus my favorite mommy books and our burpclothes.

Yes, that is a beanie baby owl.  Can I get a HOOHOO 🙂

The last piece in this room is the wardrobe.  I had help making over the cedar beast way back in December and now it is used to hold Will’s clothing.  Granted…we never repaired the missing trim piece that goes over the right foot…whoopsie!

The hanging owl was actually a gift from my boyfriend’s mom…it was handmade by an artisan in Chattanooga.  That makes our owl count NINE 🙂

The inside of the cabinet is the perfect size for Will’s clothing.  Obviously his clothes are just for three to six months at a time so we constantly rotate the outgrown ones out and the next size in.  We also found two baskets that were the perfect size for sliding in under the hanging rod to contain the onesies and sleepers.

Lastly we have the details from the top of the wardrobe.  The globe was at Goodwill for $5…and I love it.  I love globes.  If I ever had another little boy…I might decorate his room with globes.  Every kid deserves the whole world 🙂  Oh and those little cd boxes?  They hold the cards that we received in congratulations of Will’s birth as well as little knick-knacks that didn’t make it into his baby book.

Are you glad that I finally showed you the finished room?  Geez Katie it took long enough.  Still so sorry about that.  But you know…life with a baby can be kinda crazy…and since decorating is a constant evolution – this room was continually changing.

So now that it is done, do you think I nailed the cabin-meets-modern theme?  Or was it really off the mark?  I love it.  I love it so much…and I know that is what counts.  Hopefully Will loves it too.  He does smile when he is in there.  But that could be just gas.

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  1. I think you nailed it–just the right mix of soft and hard. I like how the owls are a mix of kid-friendly and adult-friendly, and I really love that one from your mother-in-law–I think it’s the feathers around its neck that are doing it for me. I hope when I finally finish decorating my kids’ rooms that they look half as good as Will’s!

  2. Beautiful! I think the changing area is my favorite. The buffet-as-changing table is most excellent – and has hidden storage! My old traditional-style changing table showed stuff I’d have much rather kept out of sight. The mirror at Will-level is perfect. But I think I like the gallery wall best. Did you create all the artwork yourself?

  4. Katie, it’s perfect! You absolutely nailed it. I love it, I thought you where crazy when you put that wood on the walls but I was wrong, it is amazing in the finished space. I love that it’s completely unique- not a look that sreames Pottery Barn. Well done, girl! Thanks for sharing.

  6. What a great space Katie! Will is one lucky little boy. I love everything about it, but especially that wall – so very unique and timeless. BTW, My son is almost 2.5yo and I’m still not ready for his room’s big reveal if that makes you feel any better 🙂

  8. You seriously hit the nail on the head. I love the woodsy look and the fact that you managed to avoid furry taxidermy, pine trees, and red plaid. The color combo is perfect and I love that it works with Daddy’s blanket. My favorite part is the art gallery wall and your collection of owls. I have a few of my own I’m trying to infuse into my woodsy guest bedroom/studio… Hope you are all enjoying your new room!

  10. Well I just typed out a long thoughtful comment and apparently it didn’t go through, so all I’ll say is that I love it. You hit the nail on the head. My favorite part is the art gallery and the owl collection and the fact that you managed to get the woodsy feel without resorting to furry taxidermy, red plaid, and pine tree silhouettes…

  13. Awesome room – perfect for a little boy and it will grow up with him which is great. I especially love all the owl touches. I had lots of owls in my boys’ nursery too – my favorite part. Let’s hope Will doesn’t get scared of them and force you to put them all away like my boys did (sigh). It is crazy what a 2 year old can be scared of. 🙂

  14. I am ridiculously in love with Will’s nursery, just so you know. I hope that when we have kids their rooms look as great as his does! And I’m lusting after the pallet wall. A lot. Must deconstruct pallets after work! Possibly with a rubber mallet to avoid ticking off neighbors.

  15. You did an amazing job – it is unlike anything I have ever seen. Both “in trend” and unique at the same time – something I imagine is hard to pull off!I love the “Owl love you forever” print and the globe on top of the armoire/cabinet. Y’all rocked it out.

  23. I LOVE his nursery!! Sooo cute! I really like the Watson Creek sign you made and the floating shelves! Oh and the deer head! Every kid needs a little (faux) taxidermy in their life. Adorable.

  24. I am SO in love with this nursery. It is SOOOOOO masculine and not all cutesy baby boyish! It’s really something that will grow with him! And the OWLS! Man, I love owls! SO FREAKING CUTE! You’ve done an amazing job!

  25. Oh my goodness, that is the perfect baby room! I am so tired of all the pastel gingham and lace baby rooms I’ve seen (my sister is planning her own son’s nursery), this one actually looks like it belongs to a little boy!

    And, just as a silly little side note, I had a globe in my room growing up, and it was the best toy in the world! My parents got me a cultural geography of the world for little kids, and I would always spin the globe, stop it randomly, and read a new page in the book. I might have been a nerd now that I think about it, but that globe and book combo was some serious fun!

  27. I love it! I want the accent wall in my little guy’s room. I sent the link to hubby to see what he thought. You should be really proud of this room. It is awesome!

  28. I love, love, love your nursery! So creative and unique, and very personal to your family (which is the best part). Love all the owls.

  30. Katie,
    What a wonderful job you did pulling the nursery together – I love all of your little touches and the fact that you shopped good will and re purposed so many items from yours and Jeremy’s childhood. GREAT job – I’m so impressed that you re upholstered that chair! And I love the owl theme! 🙂

  36. Where did you get your shelves from?! I have a 4 month old baby boy and we are still working on his nursery, this is such great inspiration! Thanks!!

  40. I absolutely love it – especially all the personal touches!

    In the future, will this space be designated as the “nursery” or stay Will’s room? I’m excited to see how it changes in the coming years!

  43. Love it! When you first put up the wood on the wall I wasn’t so sure about it, but it turned out so beautiful! I’m sure Will loves it, too!
    So, um, are these older pictures or did you clean up the mess from the other day? 😉

  44. Hi Jenny…
    I cleaned up. Although there were a few photos that were taken earlier…like the one on the inside of the changing table…and the one that was the inside of the wardrobe….other than that, I just snapped away after FINALLY cleaning & hanging & arranging the stuff that I had bought ages ago. If you watch the video again, you’ll see the unfinished deer head (how’s that for a little sneak peek!)
    XO – Katie

  45. heehee! Funny how my crayons looked just like those colored pencils 🙂
    I wonder if the photographer was Peruvian?
    XO – Katie

  46. Hi Caitlin,
    Good question…I think that if we have a girl next then it will stay Will’s room…but if we have a boy next then we will probably make it stay the nursery and move Will. But then again, Bubby (our nickname for Will) is our little cabin boy in my mind so it would kinda be weird to put him in a different room. I don’t know. I guess we’ll have to wait and see 🙂
    XO – kb

  48. Ok Katie, I have to admit it: I was skeptical about the wood on the wall idea. However, seeing the finished product–I LOVE it! It’s so cute, not disgustingly baby-ish, and definitely something that can grow with Will. I’m very impressed and think you and the BF did a great job! With all the owls in the room, I have to ask, were you a Chi Omega is school? haha! And one more question: was the cabinet already purposed for clothes, or is that a modification you’ve made?

  49. Katie – you’re the best! Will’s room looks great 🙂 I would love it some day if you could write about how the heck you re-upholstered that white chair. It looks phenomenal and professional. You have so many talents!

  50. Katie, Will’s nursery is amazing — down to the last detail. Wonderful job mama! We are on the same page right now with nursing and co-sleeping — my little monster is 7 months now. It goes by so fast. Great job with the nursery. I love following your blog. I think this is my first comment, but I’ve been reading for a couple years!

    =)

  53. I love Will’s room! You did a great job! And I love the owls…reminded me of one of my childrens’ favorite books when they were little…Owl Babies by Martin Waddell, Patrick Benson (Illustrator) .

  54. I’ll I have to say; “Owl love this forever!” I love every single inch of it! You didn’t just nail- so much more than that! That wood wall is magazine worthy for sure. It’s beautiful. Creating a nursery with room for growth is so smart and I think even if you kept this as a nursery and moved your boy into a new room this could work for both a new baby boy or a girl. For a girl maybe a little blue bird/ nesty kind a theme? And for a new boy to change it up and make it personal for him maybe a vintage cowboy or transportation deal? Anyhow- you don’t need any ideas – these are just my random thoughts as I oogle over your nursery reveal. I have 2 kids of my own and was pretty sure I’m done, but this kinda makes me want another. Is decorating a good enough reason to have another?! Probably not -huh?!

  55. The nursery looks so great!! You did a beautiful job!!
    Can I ask you a question regarding cloth diapering? We are planning on cloth diapering our little one too but I am stumped on what to put the dirty diapers and cloth wipes in – any suggestions???? Thanks!!

  56. love the room! I’m so glad you finally posted the reveal. I’ve been waiting for it. You did a great job. And I can’t wait to see more about the deer head since I heart the ceramic one online, but this is probably so much cheaper! I never would of thought of it.

  57. oooooh! I love your nursery!!!! Wonderful job! I actually just posted pics of my baby girl’s nursery on my blog yesterday. I was feeling pretty guilty with her just turning 6 months and I had not fully completed it. And, I still have more ideas, but this is good for now. Check it out! http://www.kcwilsons.wordpress.com

  58. The room looks soooo great!! I’m really loving the Owl theme!!

    Quick question – I know you cloth diaper and we are planning on going the same route with our little guy or gal and I was wondering what you use for the dirty diapers – I’ve been racking my brain trying to figure out what would work with the nursery and not make it look (and smell!) like a dump! Thanks!!

  59. Hey Katie, beautiful nursery! I’m in love! 😀
    I thought I’d ask why you’ve never given a tutorial on upholstering? Maybe you have and I missed it somewhere, but that is something I desperately need to know how to do and I can’t seem to find ANY information on the web anywhere. It’s like some big trade secret they don’t want you to know ’cause it would put them outta business…well that actually kinda makes since, but I don’t care! I wanna know! (stomps foot)
    Hope you do a tutorial on it soon or lead me to where you already have one. Any books or other info on the subject would also be great…did you learn that from someone or are you self taught?
    Much love to you and your adorable fam! 😀
    -Jamie

  60. I love what you’ve done and would like to see a tutorial for the chair recovering project. It’s a really great job!

  61. Love the whole room. I too am addicted to white spray paint. My mom now just says, “you are going to paint that white, right?” I once did a rustic boys room but was for an older boy, so had an 8ft fence for the headboard. One of my favorite rooms:) Enjoy the baby!

  62. Hi Jamie,
    I haven’t done a tutorial on upholstering because each chair is SOOO very different. Honestly, I was taught by my mother on how to do a simple cushion…and then one day I decided that upholstery can’t be that hard so in college I bought a chair and made a slipcover for it. Then I decided that fastening the fabric directly to the chair would be easier…so I snagged a couple chairs at a steep discount ($5 a piece) and started underneath by removing the black fabric and then taking notes as I removed each layer. I just used the same material (such as tack strips) and new fabric when I put everything back on in reverse order with a staple gun. I ended up with the two green chairs in our living room 🙂
    Sorry I don’t have more help for ya, although…I do have a funny awkward video for ya on upholstery : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQx5mDwvOdU&feature=related
    XO – kb

  64. Buhahaha, Histerical video! Feels like my life sometimes..
    Also, holy heck! Where did all those upholstery videos come from! I searched so hard with no luck and then Wham! all those videos right there! Thank you Katie Bower! haha 😉

  65. You nailed it. I really wasn’t feeling the woodsy-vibe when you first decided to do it, but I have to admit the place looks amazing! I love all the personal touches, and the “owl” print- so great.

  66. You are one talented Chica. Every last detail was perfect put together. I love that Will will be able to grow with this room and that all the items brought into the room were done for that purpose. Love it!!

  67. The day you posted this I went to Goodwill and found 2 owl figures and something someone cross-stitched of an owl. I didn’t buy it but I did consider it. 🙂 I love Will’s room. Great job!

  70. Katie, you did such a fabulous job on Will’s room!

    The gallery wall is my favorite. I looove the “Owl Love You Forever” print ~ too cute!

    I’m sure your little guy will enjoy this room for many years to come. God bless 🙂

  71. ok, i’m such a nerd. i accidentally posted this under your making memories post first…

    very nice! i was just about to make a nursery reveal request in your post for today, but something told me to scroll down a bit. glad i did. i totally understand about it taking a long time to finish. my daughter is 6 months old and i’m still not quite done with my vision for her nursery.

  72. I love this nursery!! Makes me want to have a baby all over again, but I’m 42 and that’s just not going to happen. 🙂 Could you tell me exactly what kind of paint or stain you used to make the wood on the large sign look old? I’ve been trying that and it’s just not working for me. Also where did you get the pendant light in Will’s room? Love reading your blog!

  74. I know I saw this last week, but I think the nursery is amazing. If fac,t I have been looking forward to seeing this room complete for a while. I have an owl theme in our nursery too…but totally different too. It is neat to see all the great artwork…that is what I’m going to take from you. I have been feeling that the wall above our crib needed a little something. I haven’t taken finished picutres yet, but I have still not slip covered our chair or put up all the artwork. Our baby was due last Friday so now I guess I will see what I can get done before he arrives. But thank you for sharing it looks wonderful in there!

  75. Saw this today and immediately thought of you and Will (and I mean that in the least stalkery way) but how can you pass up a cute white ceramic owl bank for his room when it’s only $8? 🙂
    http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=80&startValue=401&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=17436411&parentid=A_DECORATE&sortProperties=+subCategoryPosition,+product.marketingPriority&navCount=308&navAction=jump&color=&pushId=A_DECORATE&popId=APARTMENT&prepushId=&selectedProductSize=&isSoldOut=

  76. Katie – I’m late to the party, but this nursery is amazing. Honestly, one of the best I’ve seen. Perfectly comfortable for a little one, but mature enough to grow up. Gender-appropriate, but not too theme-y. Just perfect, in my opinion.

  77. Hi!, Love this nursery!
    Wondering what the wall color is? I’d love to use it in my bedroom.
    Also, thanks for the tip to spray paint a deer head with white, totally makes it rustic/modern!

  82. I vote WHITE Kaity…not because a yellow couldn’t be fab…because it totally could. But only because white is a little more versatile 🙂
    xo – kb

  84. I love your son’s nursery! I am interested in doing something like that for my son. Can you please provide instuctions on how you made that sign? Did you use the pallets for that sign as well?

    Thanks!
    Megan

  85. We just took scrap 1×6’s and used flat brackets to put them together. Then I stained them using Walnut stain and freehand painted the letters. After that, I sand the whole thing with a gritty sandpaper till it looked worn. Then we screwed them directly into the studs. It was really not rocket science. I’m sure anyone can do this project 🙂
    xo – kb

  86. I LOVE the nursery!!! I have one question though – you said the changing pad cover is a simple drawstring style cover. Since it’s made out of the same fabric as your homemade crib skirt, I’m assuming this means you made it?? If so, can you give a liiiiittle bit more detail on how exactly you made it?? I plan on making the crib skirt for my own little bean’s nursery, and I LOVE the idea of also making a changing pad cover to match! I’m not very sew-savvy though (plan on using no-sew hem tape using the YHL tutorial), but I would be willing to sew for this until I figure it out! With a little guidance if you have any… 🙂 Thanks for any tips – I love your blog!!

  88. What is the best way to go about the wood wall? Are they structural slats or wood slats attached to the existing wall? I would imagine they are attached. If they are how did you attach them?

    Thank you so much for the great nursery!

    Jason
    3613

  91. Love this nursery! You did a great job!

    Side note: I totally bought the exact wooden crayons for my baby boy, Wynn, a few months ago from a table vendor at the Charleston Market in Charleston, SC!

  94. Seriously… uhmm rugged masculinity for an infant? Way to squash any possibility of your baby discovering how to make a personality for himself. Let me ask you something. What if your child grows up effeminate? Or gay even? Will you be so disappointed you wasted all your hard work trying to make him a room that forces him to be aware of his gender? You’re talented, that much is obvious. But it’s a baby for Christ’s sake.

  95. Hi Jenny –
    Perfectly legitimate questions you have…and as a reply I can only say this…Lord knows that I hope his room decor doesn’t determine his personality. If nursery decorating does determine personalities or sexual preferences, then we better expect a heck of a lot of baby boys to grow up to be sailors, act like jungle creatures, and have a thing for Winnie the Pooh. He is definitely a baby boy…and I think that one day he will care about what his room looks like….but it isn’t today. I will say this – I will force him to be aware of his gender though – that much is definitely true. And that won’t change whether his room is blue or pink or every color in the rainbow. Thanks for your concern though…and hopefully you’ll stay tuned to see all the other ways I plan to squash Will’s personality 🙂
    xo – kb

  96. I saw you on Nate Berkus and I think the pallet wall is amazing! I am planning on doing this in my dining room. I love that you spray painted a deer head! I am ordering mine from Z gallery. I cannot believe the crazy woman that said you are stifling his baby personality. What a b…. ! I love your response though. Way to be the bigger person. I would have told her to suck it 🙂 Anyhow, I think it’s an amazing idea and you executed it perfectly! Very nice job!

    Kari

  97. I just had to leave a comment! I stumbled upon your blog from a friend’s -who led me to another – and then to yours (crazy internet world=). I am an Interior Designer by profession and of course had to tell you that I absolutely LOVE your sweet boy’s nursery! What a fantastic job! It’s simply beautiful in a rustic but sweet way! It’s also great that it’s def. a space that he can grow up in – even if he does tweak it from time to time as he grows. Great job momma – I’m sure you have inspired many with the space! (ps- i too and a def BIG goodwill shopper who LOVES to revamp great finds that others wouldn’t look at twice! must say i usually tend to paint things black which i see is funny in contrast to your white- i just love it!)
    -Sommer

  101. How Cool! I love this and pinned it recently to my board on Pinterest. Then I was sitting at my computer watching Nate Berkus, and there you were showing off the nursery! Congrats!!! Your son is absolutely adorable!!!

  103. A friend is doing a hunting lodge nursery and I was searching for this reveal to send to her, it’s my all time fav boy nursery. I was reading through the comments and I love stumbling across this comment so many months later after your son actually had a pink room and you considered fixing it with rainbow mood boards. Now the newest posts with the rainbow sticker art and rainbow shower curtain in the “kiddo bathroom.”

    Our lives inform our decorating choices not the other way around!
    You’re super graceful KB. Keep it up.

  104. Katie Bower, I want to be your best friend. I feel like we would get along so well! I just read your entire birth story and loved it. Although I did not have to get a c-section, it seems we have a very similar mindset and some similar circumstances… I was a week overdue and scheduled to be induced and HATING that I was going to have to be put on pitocin. I went in the night before they were scheduled to induce me just to be checked-in to my room and monitored, and Asher decided to come on his own! Anyway.. loved your story, love Will’s nursery!

  105. Beautiful! It’s nice to see an modern approach to Nursery design. This completely breaks the mold of what you think of as a traditional baby boys room. I love it! The accent wall definitely makes the space. It’s always nice to take something old and ready for the trash pile and bring new life to it. Kudos!

  106. What an adorable room. You did an amazing job and did something so out of the ordinary when creating your little man’s room. Love it.

  108. I LOVE this! I just made our big “Bun in the Oven” pregnancy announcement on my blog this week {http://cookincowgirl.blogspot.com/2012/07/bun-in-oven.html} so I am actively looking for nursery ideas . I love this so much for a little boy. 🙂 It just makes me smile!

    Well done on your beautiful nursery!!

  109. This is amazing! I love the rustic accents. I am definitely going to try the wood pallet wall. You have inspired me to try this with our home 🙂 Great ideas!

  110. My husband and I came across a pic of this nursey the other day.
    He is a terrible “jinx”-er .
    He jinxed me by saying “it be ok if you had to move in tomorrow” and it happened.
    then he told me “wait til it goes on sale” for the engagement ring and then it went on sale the next week…
    then the other night we were at a friends who is expecting a baby’s house and she was showing us a nursey app and my husband clicked it and then he made the comment “well there isn’t a deer head” (hes an avid hunter)
    and then he clicked the next button on the app and this showed up…i wonder what that meant as a sign!

  111. My husband and I came across a pic of this nursey the other day.
    He is a terrible “jinx”-er .
    He jinxed me by saying “it be ok if you had to move in tomorrow” and it happened.
    then he told me “wait til it goes on sale” for the engagement ring and then it went on sale the next week…
    then the other night we were at a friends who is expecting a baby’s house and she was showing us a nursey app and my husband clicked it and then he made the comment “well there isn’t a deer head” (hes an avid hunter)
    and then he clicked the next button on the app and this showed up…i wonder what that meant as a sign!

  117. Hi Katie,

    My name is Hannah and I work for Parents magazine. I am working on a unique nursery slideshow for Parents.com and would love to include yours! Send me an email if you would be interested. 🙂

    Thanks,
    Hannah

  118. Such a warm and cozy room. I love the accent wall. I wanted to let you know that I am featuring this in a nursery roundup if you don’t mind.

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