Master Bedroom Reveal!

Let's start with a summer recap:

Holy wow. It's been a minute since I've posted. Let me just say that there is good reason, I swear! Remember when I said we would float back and forth from our CA farm to the Potter House for the next year or two? Well, we decided we'd join the market craze and list our CA farm and make the big move, which we did this past May...and let me tell you, it's been a whirlwind of fun since!

We hosted family and friends from May until August 1st. Yes, you read that right! Joe & I had the most epic summer hosting our nieces, nephews, and family from out of town. Then, at the end of August, my cousin, Ann-Sofie, came to visit from Finland! It was then that I experienced my first Tornado warning & touchdown ( bout 10 miles from the Potter House, lol ) -Imagine *deer in headlights* times 10 - that was me. I'm going to need to work on my response time.

However, Joe and I were able to get quite a bit done around the property and inside the house. Let's start with the master bedroom. Hang in there, it's a long one!

Paint

Back in February we did a room refresh by painting the walls & plank ceiling. We did my go-to color Simply White by Benjamin Moore. The main living spaces, like kitchen, dining room, hallway, living room & entry will eventually be repainted in Simply White as well. It's a warm but crisp white making it the perfect main color in my opinion.

We also took this as an opportunity to upgrade all electrical outlets & Lutron Caseta Smart switches. We replace the vents with standard ones for now but will eventually upgrade to cast iron scroll grilles.

Drapery

Back in March I was discussing the curtain window treatment and how I wanted to elevate the look & space. To do this, I added depth and warmth by switching out the current single brass West Elm rod, found HERE, with a double curtain rod, found HERE. I did this because I wanted to add outer curtains to the current panels to fill what I consider a major focal point of the room. Also, I went with another West Elm rod thinking I could just swap hardware and avoid redrilling/patchwork. I did run into a hick-up with my idea but my Dad came to the recuse and pointed out we could keep the current mounts and -just- switch the protruding rings that the bar slides through. His idea worked out perfectly and we continued to move the project along!

Curtain Panels

Next up? The new curtains! I went way out of my comfort zone and chose West Elm's Worn Crushed Velvet Panels in Golden Oak, found HERE. The size is 108'inch for reference. I did this color because I wanted to pull in the dusty golden light that falls over the piney woods and seen through the French doors every morning & night. The directional undertone of the room is muted and these curtains add additional muted richness it was needing. I'd also like to add the crushed velvet adds an additional element with its texture, -highly recommend!

Side Tables

Two things I was sure of when I first started to curate the design of the master bedroom was the Whitby Canopy Bed by Frontgate and that I wanted large-scaled side tables. I searched high & low and eventually scored two Restoration Hardware dressers on FB Marketplace. I was going back and forth on painting them but for now, I think I'll leave them be. I love how they anchor the bed without drawing your eyes immediately towards them. I think the muted wood tone is the reason for that. Painting them might make them lose the softness.

I am still on the hunt on for the perfect piece of art or perhaps a mirror to hang over both dressers. A mirror would add reflections & be an airy addition, don't you think?

Bedside Table Lamps

Back in May, I was shopping with my Mom at our local Target when I saw these ceramic lamps by Studio McGee. I loved the color gradience and felt that it tied in the ceramic vase placed on the pine chest, purchased at Kirkland. I ended up not purchasing them that night because the price point was honestly a bit much! I also had to consider that I would be changing the shades & top knob. Randomly, Mom and I then went to DirtCheap ( never been & wow, iykyk lol ) - where I found the exact lamps I nearly purchased the night before but literally for dirt-cheap, ha! But really, I got both for $50 and then promptly replaced the shades and knobs. Project complete for under $100, -couldn't believe it!

Pine Dresser

I have received a few messages regarding the pine chest dresser I featured a few months back. I happened to be at the right place at the right time - isn't that how it goes for all antique finds? JunkStyleDesign, who owns the cutest farmhosue in La Grange, Tx, posted three pine dressers. I'm usually late to the game with her posts but the stars aligned and the minute I saw it, I claimed it. Joe and I took a drive and brought her home. I had already purchased a few things for the room from Main Street Market in downtown Lindale, so this dresser was the perfect piece to frame off that corner of the room. One find at MM was a old picture of the famous Swedish opera singer, Jenny Lind, then I added black candle holders and my favorite find ever - battery operated tapered candles, found HERE.

Rug & Infamous Emerald Green Loveseat

The rug is the Ryeland Rug by Magnolia Home. My Mom found it at Home Goods ( score! ) and I loved it so much, I bought another when I found it again. I have it "Grey-Multi" and its low saturated colors truly match everything.

The Emerald Green Loveseat was actually a purchase from the previous owners of the Potter House. I think I may have paid a premium for it but it was so worth it. The possibilities of this piece is endless and I love having it perched at the end of our bed. The hue of the emerald plays well off the rich golden oak color of the curtains as well as the mustard yellow chair we have.

The Bed Frame

The Whitby Canopy Bed is everything I wanted for this room. The speckled brass frame with cream linen gives me ample opportunity for bedding designs and colors. I appreciate the blank slate that the bedframe provides. I had gone back and forth on whether the canopy ( which is advertised as optional - it's not, lol ) was -too much- with the wood beams. Joe was able to alter the finales & paint them to match exactly so we could use them without the canopy but after living with it for a few months I decided to put the canopy back on. After the room was painted, I never put the twinkle lights back onto the ceiling beams. Ultimately, I miss the twinkle lights so I will be putting those back up & keeping the canopy. Some will say it's too much, I say 'plus c'est mieux' in this case.

Flourish Wall Sconce

I saw these Anthropologie Flourish Sconces on Liz Marie from White Cottage Farm's Blog and I immediately purchased two. There were two existing wall sconces which I had been wanting to replace but came up short in my search. These scones were on backorder for some time but the wait was so worth it because I am smitten with them. They are a muted brass with hints of green throughout. It plays against the white walls & wood trim, beams and doors while bringing the outside piney woods in. Just dreamy with the perfect amount of whimsy added.

Overview

Perhaps the beauty of white walls, wood accents & a neutral color palette is it's endless possibilities. Bedding can be changed out seasonally, pictures can be exchanged and drapery can reflect those changes. Like any project, is it every really, "done?" - that's half the fun of interior design!

As always, would love to hear feedback or ideas so drop me a line in my comment box!