let me refresh your memory.
and now, welcome to my dream world.
the after photos....
come on in.
diana...check out your chandelier!
i love it so much.
thank you.
so sneaky.
i have to tell you about this little table.
i walked through one of our local anitque shops one day.
one of the last booths i had left to see and there it was.
it's legs were painted white and it had two little doors that were broken.
but just for the mirrored sides...my heart got to pumping.
i bought it for $12 in disbelief.
then i brought it home and took off the doors.
i went to touch up the paint and realized all the legs and details were
covered in mirror and then had been painted.
i couldn't believe it!
i got out a razor blade and scratched off all that paint.
it is my favorite piece i have ever salvaged.
the old door was in the craft room but it may stay as free art.
and the mirror was one we had in our bathroom remake in our IL house.
and how about that buffet?!
thank you again mom for scoping out the stores to find it.
this was the little window that originally went into our closet.
i have yet to decide what to do with this little space.
maybe for jewelry...
or a picture...
i don't know, but it will come to me one day.
and in our old closet is now another bathroom.
i'll show you that another day.
it's pink.
and in our bedroom we built an new closet.
same size but now completely organized.
(maybe i will actually put things away now...my husband hopes)
craig wants to make sure everyone knows i mean PEACE like relaxing.
not the hippie kind of peace...HA.
i am so in love with this room.
bernie - the contractor - was awesome.
this room is better than we ever hoped.
now i think i will go take another bath!
lovely
what a wonderful place to escape all reality.
Enjoy to the fullest!
Posted by: Cathie | July 19, 2008 at 10:06 PM
Wow! I am speechless and jealous! That is gorgeous! :)
Posted by: Kasey | July 19, 2008 at 10:14 PM
Oh, it's so lovely! It turned out fantastically! It looks like such a place of relaxation now. Enjoy it!
Posted by: Dayna | July 19, 2008 at 10:18 PM
Would you be offended if I admitted that I totally coveted your bathroom, and am really jealous? If I had that gorgeous space I would never ever come out and the kiddos would have to fend for themselves. Love it!
Posted by: Julie | July 19, 2008 at 10:47 PM
It is Awesome! But I have to admit, though it is lovely, I'd hate for anyone to be able to see me that clearly in the shower. LOL.
Posted by: Chaos-Jamie | July 19, 2008 at 11:28 PM
I love the shabby, chic look of your bathroom. You would so love the Tattered House. I added the link so you could check it out. Everyday I drive by this blue house and dream of buying everything in the store! PS - love the steal on your $12 dresser - beautiful!
http://lamaisonrustique.typepad.com/
Posted by: Stephanie | July 20, 2008 at 02:37 AM
It is truly beautiful.
I love the bird cage with the fern, and the chandelier, and the old door, and your finds. I love it all.
Posted by: Jenny | July 20, 2008 at 02:43 AM
OH. WOW. ohwowohwowohwowohwowOHWOW! You Lucky, Meg! You LUCKY!!
Posted by: Marnie | July 20, 2008 at 03:06 AM
Meg, Okay that could be in a magazine! I love it and it didn't seem like it took that long! but I sure it did to you...
Lanny:)
Posted by: Lanny Stanard | July 20, 2008 at 03:17 AM
Can I move in? You are not only a great photographer, but a wonderful designer as well.
Posted by: Peggy Rice | July 20, 2008 at 04:37 AM
It is beautiful! I have enjoyed seeing the progress on your bathroom. Enjoy!!!
Posted by: kim | July 20, 2008 at 06:23 AM
Absolutely beautful. Looks like it belongs in a magazine. Enjoy !!!!!
Posted by: crystal | July 20, 2008 at 07:22 AM
They will still find you, you can't hide in there forever!
This looks great. I love the mirrored table. And buffet. We also are remodeling our bath- well, you added not remodeled, but living without a sink until plumbing is moved and wall redone. I hope to have photos soon.
Posted by: southernseven | July 20, 2008 at 07:34 AM
You have the perfect bathroom , I am so in need of a bathroom that beautiful, gorgeous fantastic, I love the vanity , it looks so nice white.
Enjoy ,
Chris
Posted by: chris | July 20, 2008 at 09:16 AM
the pictures don't even do it justice... it's spacious and truly gorgeous. And so you.
Posted by: amy | July 20, 2008 at 09:17 AM
Meg, that is GORGEOUS!!
That's it, I'm moving in....
Posted by: PamperingBeki | July 20, 2008 at 09:47 AM
love it, love it...but hate you!!! how can ONE person have so much talent & eye for such great EVERYTHING!! amazing!
one texas girl who is DEFINITELY j-e-a-l-o-u-s!!
now, get outta here & go soak in your peace:)
Posted by: Suzanne | July 20, 2008 at 10:51 AM
Oh Meg! Absolute HEAVEN!!!! Turned out so beautiful...how will you ever want to come out of there??!! Love the painted buffet! ENJOY!!!
Posted by: Staci | July 20, 2008 at 11:03 AM
You probably won't get this comment, since you're probably too busy sitting in that lovely tub, bein all "peaceful"
and whatnot... But I think you need ART IS A JEALOUS MISTRESS to hang on a lovely antique coat hook in that little window in the bathroom!
Just my opinion. ;)
Posted by: Lori Eurto | July 20, 2008 at 12:12 PM
WOw WOw WOw and WOw is all I can say. What a FABULOUS bathroom! I love every single thing about this space - when can I come visit to take a bath????
I love the ledge on the side of the tub where you have all of your candles and glass jars. Maybe you could put a few little ferns, or something similar, in them. Like a miniature terrarium.
And that mirrored table - WHATEVER - you scored big time on that one. Those things go for big bucks at the antique stores. What fool decided to paint it??? Man, I need to come junking with you....
Fantastic space - very beautiful.
Lindy
Posted by: Lindy | July 20, 2008 at 12:15 PM
What a wonderful retreat! Thanks for sharing it with us this once ;) I am so in love with all of your house!
Posted by: Steph @ Problem Solvin' Mom | July 20, 2008 at 12:26 PM
Oh..... my..... what a lucky lucky girl you are! Have fun with your new little "peace" of Heaven! hehe
~Tiff
Posted by: Tiffany | July 20, 2008 at 01:24 PM
WOW! There are a million little details that I love about your bathroom! It looks like something you would see featured in a magazine! My favorite, favorite thing is the beautiful mirror above the sink! You did an outstanding job!
Posted by: Dana D @BoysMyJoys | July 20, 2008 at 01:48 PM
oh, I am salivating!
my favorite detail...
live
out
loud
:o)
Posted by: cjs | July 20, 2008 at 03:23 PM
Just beautiful! I love how you kept it the same style as your home. I love the old character with modern conveniences. Great job!
Posted by: Leslie | July 20, 2008 at 04:16 PM
What a transformation! What was this room before...an extra bedroom? I love all the after pictures. You seem to have such a wonderful design sense-something I'm trying to acquire. I'm struggling with making our apartment look a little less apartment-like if you know what I mean.
Posted by: Amber | July 20, 2008 at 05:32 PM
Totally lovely new old house chic perfection.
You RAWKED with this one, girl!
Happy soaking and thanks for sharing the amazing bathroom goodness!
Melissa
Posted by: melissa @ the inspired room | July 20, 2008 at 07:39 PM
LOVE IT! It's amazing. Enjoy it!
Posted by: emily | July 20, 2008 at 08:08 PM
How beautiful. I knew it would be. Wow!
Posted by: Lorel | July 20, 2008 at 08:54 PM
dear god.
I think I have to change my panties.
GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!
Posted by: princess lasertron | July 21, 2008 at 02:33 AM
This is just lovely! I am here via The Inspired room & I will be back for sure! Love the craft room too!
Posted by: dawn | July 21, 2008 at 07:49 AM
LOve what you did! Great bath! Jen R
Posted by: Jen R | July 21, 2008 at 08:05 AM
hello meg.....are you there?....oh, i bet you're in your beautiful, peaceful, relaxing bathroom soaking in your tub.
the bathroom is awesome. you all did a fantastic job. love the buffet/vanity. and the door as art - perfect.
ENJOY!!!!!
Posted by: traci | July 21, 2008 at 08:09 AM
First time to your blog, via Melissa's! What a gorgeous, totally fun bathroom. I love, love all the details and the vintage feel. And what a find on that mirrored piece, it's so perfect for your space. What a grand vision you had for this room!
Rhoda
Posted by: Rhoda | July 21, 2008 at 08:48 AM
Oh girl! That is right out of a magazine! Beautiful! My favorites are the chandelier and sparkly accents...as well as how cool it looks all white like that!!! LOVE it...jealous!
Posted by: Allikayesmama | July 21, 2008 at 09:49 AM
what a beautiful bathroom!
i've spent the last couple of weeks at working sneaking reads of your blog, i think i'm all caught up now! what a great and beautiful family, i just love it. but one question, what is awana (i think that's what it said on the chore board)??
Posted by: Amie | July 21, 2008 at 09:57 AM
meg~ i'm drooling! what a beautiful mix of old and new! i L-O-V-E it!
ok, now my head is swirling with ideas for my bathroom...see what you did! damn you!
Posted by: amy | July 21, 2008 at 10:08 AM
Absolutely beautiful! Modern convenience mixed with weathered old pieces. Love it.
Blanca
Posted by: Blanca | July 21, 2008 at 10:15 AM
I have just spent the last 20 minutes looking all through your blog! I love it! You are such a wonderful mom, really gifted. You, also, are a great photographer. When my blog grows up I hope it to be just like yours!:)
Posted by: jen | July 21, 2008 at 10:21 AM
Absolutely stunning. This is quite possibly my favorite renovation ever...so much character and luxury at the same time. Oh and the space you have in that bathroom is also pretty amazing!
Posted by: mrslimestone | July 21, 2008 at 10:51 AM
Love it. Absolutely love it.
Posted by: Nancy | July 21, 2008 at 10:55 AM
This bathroom is the absolute bomb-diggity!! I LOVE IT!!! By the way, I grew up in IL. Where did you used to live?
Posted by: Leigh Ann | July 21, 2008 at 11:17 AM
magnificent meg!!! that's you :) such a creative diva you are...wow! i love what you have done here. the white on white, vintage, chic, classy..and then that birdcage!!! you have such a creative eye:)
Posted by: robin bird | July 21, 2008 at 11:46 AM
Cant... breathe...gasping...
The most beautiful bathroom I've ever seen. Ever.
Posted by: Liz | July 21, 2008 at 11:52 AM
Forgive me, O Lord, while I covet this beautiful bathroom...
Posted by: Queenie Bee | July 21, 2008 at 12:36 PM
Meghan-The bathroom is fabulous! I love the buffet. Seeing your pictures makes me want to re-do my bathroom.
Posted by: Jess | July 21, 2008 at 02:21 PM
You are a very clever girl and I love what you did. I had to share a little bit of it with my friends (hope ya don't mind). I linked you and Melissa in the blog and I added you to my blog roll. It is great to find insainly creative women like you out there. Keep it up. Heidi
Posted by: Heidi Claire | July 21, 2008 at 03:22 PM
beautiful. congrats. amazing marriage of old and new! enjoy!
Posted by: Kelley | July 21, 2008 at 04:46 PM
Beautiful! "Peace" made me laugh - my husband would want to clear the air on that too - goofy men! :)
Posted by: amanda | July 21, 2008 at 06:22 PM
WOW! I'm amazed, jealous, inspired...
Posted by: Heather S | July 21, 2008 at 09:48 PM
I am getting over my intense bathroom jealously little by little. I think it will take a very long time. So to make peace with it, I tagged you on my blog today. Enjoy!
Posted by: Julie | July 21, 2008 at 10:51 PM
Every single inch is stunning. You did an amazing job!
Sheree
Posted by: sheree | July 22, 2008 at 03:01 AM
AMAZING! It's absolutely beautiful!! Living in space-challenged Europe for the last decade I am always envious of American homes, but your is truly to die for! I've printed off a dozen pics and added them to my Style File with a note for someday! I'm so glad I discovered your blog today through Inspired Home.
Best,
The Antiques Diva (TM)
Posted by: The Antiques Diva | July 22, 2008 at 05:59 AM
wow..what an amazing space! do you have a sign on the door that says "no kiddos allowed"....i am loving your style!!! -jess
Posted by: Jess | July 22, 2008 at 06:46 AM
That is just gorgeous! I love it. I kinda like the hippie kinda peace too (as well as the relaxing kind) :)
Posted by: Beth | July 22, 2008 at 08:45 AM
Just came by from the Inspired Room, too, and had to say how much I love this room!! It is *amazing* -- everything down to the peace banner (though mine would be a double entendre...relax and hippie. :-)
Posted by: laura @ the shorehouse. | July 22, 2008 at 11:03 AM
LOVE that bathroom! Oh my gosh! It looks like a day spa!
Posted by: Andrea | July 22, 2008 at 11:58 AM
I discovered your gorgeous bathroom via the Inspired Room. Its just lovely and I am so happy to discover what you did with the buffet. It may be just the answer for my bathroom. When we moved in it just had a pedestal sink and I need storage. I was thinking of having something built, but this would be much more satisfying! And maybe less expensive?
Thanks!
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia Hill | July 22, 2008 at 12:03 PM
Amazing! I love the combination of grunge and glamour. Gorgeous!!
Posted by: Michelle Baker | July 22, 2008 at 12:16 PM
Not bad. Not bad at all! Enjoy!
Posted by: Mod Girl | July 22, 2008 at 02:12 PM
What a wonderful getaway room!! You have such an amazing artistic eye and it shines through in your gorgeous new bathroom. I'm just a little jealous. Enjoy!
Posted by: Susan | July 22, 2008 at 08:17 PM
Love it, of course, as I love everything you do...
I want a soaker tub, it must be heavenly to soak in yours?
Enjoy your list!
Linda
Posted by: Linda@ Restyled Home | July 22, 2008 at 08:48 PM
You're bathroom turned out gorgeous Meg! Congratulations on your own space. You're so good at getting your pictures to capture the feeling. Love, Love, Love the tile work and horizontal beaded walls. Quite lovely!
Posted by: Michelle | July 23, 2008 at 11:33 AM
Wow! You always had a nack for design, decorating, and just plain fabulous taste. Is your house perfect or what? You can never move again. You are one very very blessed mama. I swear ... we'll see you featured in Home Companion or Country Living or some fabulous magazine spread with your own photos ... they won't even need their staff photographers! :o)
Hugs to you!!
Posted by: Julie K. | July 23, 2008 at 08:26 PM
Absolutely the coolest bathroom I've ever seen. I love all of the white... Enjoy that bathtub!! You deserve it!! ~Jill
Posted by: One Wired Woman | July 23, 2008 at 11:22 PM
I am actually tearing up a little that is so flipping gorgeous! I love that you found the perfect place to use your Christmas banner!!! It's all SO perfect! You must, must, must send those pictures to a magazine! I'll see if I can't get Jennifer Paganelli over here to have a look. She's got friends in high magazine-y places :)!
Great, great, great job Meg (and Bernie!).
Posted by: Jennifer P. | July 24, 2008 at 12:03 AM
Your old door reminds me of what we did in our old family farmhouse that we renovated and lived in for 20 years. When we had to tear down the frame portion of the house because it was falling down, we saved the doors and used them in the new construction that replaced that part. It worked great at blurring the lines between old and new!
Posted by: Sandra | July 26, 2008 at 12:54 PM
I've been lurking for a while. I love the pictures of your home. You have a great eye for color, form and things that are well made. I completely love your craft room too. You seem like a totally fun mom.
Posted by: midwifeliz | July 28, 2008 at 01:44 AM
Wow! I love your wall color in the bathroom! I would love to know the name of it!
Also, love your kitchen! Can you tell me where you found you bamboo blinds? I've been wanting them for a long time. I think you sold me on getting them.
Posted by: Diane | July 28, 2008 at 03:47 PM
I Love your bathroom. I have a yucky bathroom in my the basement of my new house and now I know exactly what I want to do with it! Thanks for the inspiration!!!
xooxox
Posted by: Beth | July 30, 2008 at 10:39 AM
I found you through mabel's blog...Hold on, let me pick my chin off the floor. There.
WOWSA!! That is stunning, and what beautiful photography too! That mirrored table is divine...as is EVERYTHING!!
Don't worry if you walk in one morning and find someone you don't know in your tub...It's just me...listening to tunes.
Carry on.
off to seee what other beauties you have uncovered. Glad to find your blog!! Mind if I link it??
Linda
Posted by: Linda @ Lime in the Coconut | July 31, 2008 at 10:39 AM
That bathroom looks like it's straight out of a magazine!! You're vision is amazing, I love it!
Posted by: Molly | July 31, 2008 at 10:46 AM
Amazing bathroom - just gorgeous. Enjoy it!
Posted by: Jamie | July 31, 2008 at 11:20 AM
Wow! When I say I hate you, you understand that it is a compliment, right? You did a fantastic job. I'd love it if you shared the wall color. Jen
Posted by: Jen | July 31, 2008 at 12:07 PM
Wow! Thanks to Marbel for sharing this link. It is gorgeous.
Posted by: John | July 31, 2008 at 12:15 PM
I thought I commented on here the other day, but WOW, oh WOW, what a bathroom. I came from Melissa's link & then Mabels & now I think I have to add you to my favorite blogs too. What a gorgeous creative space you have managed to accomplish. It truly is just stunning!
Rhoda
Posted by: Rhoda | July 31, 2008 at 01:14 PM
WoW, It is all gorgeous. I love the mirrored salvaged piece. What a find! I also like the little wooden bench-so cute. Wonderful room and wonderful photoss
Posted by: Lorilee | July 31, 2008 at 02:37 PM
came across from the sweet Mabel's House - she is right - i am glad i was sitting down!!!
your room is beautiful - congrats x
i now need a cup of tea so that i can look through your blog and see what other lovely things you have done.
t x
Posted by: tracyt | July 31, 2008 at 02:43 PM
Got sent over here from Mabel's. That bathroom is beautiful. I love it!
Posted by: sizzle | July 31, 2008 at 03:39 PM
Another "friend of Mabel's" here. Wow! Your new bathroom is stunningly beautiful. You must be so pleased with the way everything came together. Bravo!
Posted by: Eloise | July 31, 2008 at 04:02 PM
beautiful! i saw a buffet like that recently and i was trying to come up with a way to use it. it looks like it was meant to be there.
Posted by: Tonya | July 31, 2008 at 07:30 PM
OH MY GOSH!!!!!!! This is GORGEOUS! I stumbled upon your delightful post from my friend Liz at "Mabel's House" and wow what a treat this was. You have one of the most beautiful bathrooms I have EVER seen!!!!!!! Congrats!
Posted by: Visible Images | July 31, 2008 at 08:01 PM
WOW! What a beautiful room! I'm not one for soaking in the tub, but I sure could in a wonderfully peaceful room like this. It's beyond description!
Posted by: Suzanne | August 01, 2008 at 07:20 AM
That's amazing! I love the floor and the mirror. Well, and the sunken tub too, but I figured that went without saying.
Posted by: Ivy Mae | August 01, 2008 at 08:01 AM
This has to be one of the most beautiful bathroom's I have ever seen! Awesome job!
Posted by: Sandy | August 01, 2008 at 08:48 AM
I love that unique find, the mirrored table. You've done a great job with remodeling. Good luck in your re-newed place.
Posted by: Claudia | August 06, 2008 at 12:26 PM
OH MY GOD,..it's really nice idea to change everything in this room...I like every imaging so much on it~~~!!!"GOOD" job ^-^
Posted by: Candy Hung | August 08, 2008 at 10:19 PM
Wow.. awesome things shared here. I like all. There are all thing related to different places like bed room, bathroom, kitchen, hall etc. In this places the things are beautiful.
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