I fell in love with the nursery that the cuties over at younghouselove created!! came across it through a favorite blog.. spearmint baby. be sure to hop on over there and check them out!
I love how she documented every last detail!! this is my plan for our new house as well.. i want to really show how much i spend and where i find things! isn’t her breakdown so helpful?? and inspiring! nice work mama. hehe.
Here’s the full budget breakdown:
- No-VOC wall, ceiling and closet paint: $80 (Mythic paint was a much-loved splurge)
- 100% wool 5 x 8 rug from a local outlet: $99
- Aqua capiz chandelier also from a local outlet: $50
- DIY window & closet curtain fabric: $105 (another splurge, but they make the room)
- Curtain rods and ring clips on clearance from Target: $10
- White faux wood blinds from Home Depot to block all light: $37
- Modern crib with built in storage drawer: a gift from my sweet mom
- Organic crib mattress: generously provided by Savvy Rest
- Thrift store chair: $20
- Chair pillow from TJ Maxx: $6.99
- Ottoman, bench, side table and baskets: already owned
- Faux sheepskin rug on ottoman: $19
- Marshall’s mirror & paint to transform it: $50
- Craigslist dresser & refinishing supplies: $31.51 ($20 dresser, $11.51 supplies)
- Drawer lining project: $1.30
- Closet makeover: $18.36 (hanging bar, storage systems, etc)
- No-sew crib skirt: $14
- DIY mobile: $12
- Organic crib sheet and changing pad cover: $29 with coupon
- Blue fan from Target: $55 (not available anymore, but you can find it here)
- Homemade wall shelves for books and toys: $14
- Ikea lamp on side table: $19
- Ikea basket for hamper: $4 (along with already owned leftover crib skirt fabric)
- Art: $42 ($25 Wall Blank print + $12 Etsy print + $5 worth of craft paper)
- TOTAL: $717.16
And here’s some shots from my recent “photo shoot” with one of my best girlfriends from atlanta. while i was there we took some shots of her baby bump before she pops!! she has a baby girl 2 months older than my sophia. and this baby is going to be 2 months older than mine!! so as the little ones played at our feet we snapped away! fun. i miss her already!
baby bump silhouette. best friends.
Here are some favorites that i took…
pregnancy is such a beautiful miracle!! if you are in the pittsburgh area and want some baby bump photos taken just shoot me an e-mail!! these kinds of shots are so fun.
soooo excited for tomorrow… it’s our inspection at our new house. hopefully it all goes well. but i really just want to get in there and measure the kitchen so i can get planning. hehe. hope you are having a wonderful day.
Kristin
June 4, 2010 at 8:33 amBeautiful pics Natalie! Hope the inspection goes well- happy measuring :-)
Caroline @ The Feminist Housewife
June 4, 2010 at 11:06 amHope the inspection goes well!! You look soo beautiful. Great photos!
thelowellschapers
June 4, 2010 at 11:15 amHi! We’ve never met, but my sister gave me your blog info (her hubby just graduated from Franciscan) and I love to check in from time to time. Anyway, I wanted to tell you I LOVE your blog and I especially love your “bump” photos in this post :) I have three beautiful blessings and didn’t look that fab toward the end of any of the pregnancies, haha! Maybe next time..?
I look forward to following you through house-buying and fixing it up! When we are done with the Navy in 2014, we are hoping to buy and I can’t wait to have a place of our own. Good luck to you!
Sarah
June 4, 2010 at 12:52 pmFingers crossed that the inspection goes perfectly! :)
The Murrays
June 5, 2010 at 12:50 amHi Natalie!
I’m a first time commenter…but I’ve been reading your blog for a few months now. I am living vicariously through your 104 year old house purchase – sooooo fun!!! I love love the photo of your friend and her little girl sitting on her baby bump on the walkway outside with all the flowers. You have a great eye for fun/natural shots!
Project Mom
June 5, 2010 at 8:44 pmJust found your blog today. Love it! And you new photos that look “vintage” are so unique. If only I was local!!
Jessica
June 5, 2010 at 8:56 pmyou guys might be the most beautiful pregnant women Ive even seen! Love these!