Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on o Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on our kitchen, bathroom, and complete upstairs remodel. Here’s what we’ve done so far: 1. Met with the contractor @sawtooth_remodeling! (They’re amazing! We highly recommend!) 2. Met with the custom cabinet builder and made all of our adjustments. 3. Picked out countertops. 4. Ordered kitchen sink, backsplash tile, and new fridge. 5. Now we wait and keep ordering things. Cabinets won’t be done until end of June so we can’t start demo until at least beginning of June. 

So you know what that means? A LOT of purging and organizing and packing until demo day, working on potty training our littlest and getting her out of her crib, and transitioning the current nursery into a fun bedroom for our oldest daughter. So much to do but we’re very excited!

Have you been through a remodel? How did it go for you?
Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my e-book/e-magazine yesterday! You can check out yesterday’s post for info on how to receive yours! 

In other news, this Thursday is going to be my first Mood Board by Moonlight. Head to my stories to find out more and to vote on the design space and inspiration. 

This mood board was one I had done a while back and is inspired by the second picture. This gives you an idea of how Mood Boards by Moonlight will work. 

So head to stories and let me know what you’d like to see. Keep in mind that I love a challenge!
It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now a It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now available! If you’re looking for advice on how to create a personality-packed space, this is for you! I share my top tips on how to add the “you” to unique including advice on thrifting, trends, and my favorite budget-friendly decor tool. 

To request your free copy, click the Unique Home e-book link in my profile or visit https//rufusandhenrietta.com/unique-home.
We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and we met with a contractor regarding a remodel (mainly on the kitchen) yesterday. So many exciting things happening! For now, I thought I’d share my very quick and last minute schematic I threw together yesterday to show the contractor. 

If you remember, the view as you walk into our upper level from the stairs is a wall of closets right now with a galley kitchen behind. This schematic shows you how that would open up and this would be your first view complete with a broom closet,  fridge and built-in pantry on the left, a statement backsplash and a waterfall-edged peninsula on the right. I seriously cannot wait!!! Also, we’re going to be keeping the original globe light fixtures and making them a highlight in the kitchen. 

It will be fun to see how this concept in my mind evolves and comes to life as the project continues. 

Have you ever taken on a full kitchen remodel? Any tips on how to get by without a kitchen during the reno process? Let me know all of the tips and coping mechanisms. 😉
Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I h Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I haven’t really filled you in on because I didn’t know how they would work out. But let’s just say we’re meeting with a contractor today. More on that soon. 

In other news, did you catch my stories recently? I talk about a new fun idea I have called #moodboardbymoonlight and I’m very excited about it! I’d love for you to go check that out and then you can start leaving your suggestions here or messaging me. Thanks for everything!
Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pin Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pink. I am beyond grateful of these ladies for choosing me as their guest participant. 

@baker.blooms 
@homemadehuppy 
@curatedbyconstance 
@hautehouselove 

These little $1.50 travertine tiles turned coasters quickly became one of my favorite DIYs. Originally I had a big wallpaper reveal planned for you all but alas, life got in the way. 

But honestly, this project meant more to me than just a little DIY. This whole thing has served up a big life lesson for me (something I have been deeply struggling with for a while now). 

You see, I’ve been battling with self doubt, with worrying I’m not doing enough or “big” enough things, for that wow factor (like a wallpaper reveal). But, these little coasters allowed me to remember the joy I have in all of this and reminded me that perfection is not my goal. My goal is to show others that good-feeling design can be approachable, affordable, and attainable. And this little project is just that. 

I have been so caught up in my own head, dragging myself backwards, allowing those deprecating words like “failure” and “unworthy” to sink in. 

But these little coasters took me back to when all I could do was take a blurry photo, all I could do were minimal cheap projects, and I was so proud. It’s good to feel that pride again. 

So thank you, ladies, for allowing me to participate in this. I’m not sure you’ll ever realize how a little pink project helped save my mental state. 

Thank you, coasters, for reminding me of the reason I love design and DIY.

And thank you past self for relishing in the little things, present self for just allowing creativity to flow through this project, and future self for taking these lessons and blossoming them into something great. God has something big planned for you. You just don’t know what that is yet. ❤️
Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Ya Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Yahoo! So happy with this little mudroom makeover that will make our space so much more functional but also beautiful. This fun DIY room divider hides our water heater perfectly and adds the perfect punch of personality. Little spaces like these are great for trying something new like painting a ceiling or adding pattern. Have fun with your small spaces!
Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progre Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progress on this DIY arch room divider this weekend. (You can see all of the mudroom progress under the mudroom story highlight on my profile.) Now I just need to add on the legs and use this baby to hide the water heater!
It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored this beautiful wood and wicker mid century cabinet from Facebook Marketplace and I’m in love! We knew this little nook (that used to be a closet) was going to be a hard fit. We wanted a piece of furniture that would not only look nice but provide some much needed storage for our kids craft projects and my extra decor pieces. This just so happened to fit perfectly in this space. I’m obsessed with it’s woven features, original brass handles, and mirrored back. Eek!! 

Also, swipe to see the beautiful artwork by @nabeelarumi. I finally found the perfect spot for her piece. The colors are absolutely stunning and the message is even more beautiful.
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Home Decor, Uncategorized · May 12, 2018

Muted Bohemian Nursery – The Before & Design Plan

Ok guys!  I know I have yet to show you the laundry room reveal and I’m already planning out another room, the nursery.  Well, to throw out some excuses, the weather has been crazy and the hubster has been super busy.  Not saying I couldn’t do this myself but we like to work on projects together and the wind and rain has not really made for a good space to take out the saw.  All we really have left are some shelves and then the styling.  So, if the weather permits, I am determined to get that room done this week!  One of my goals this year was to not start a new project until others were finished.

I may be breaking the rule this time around, but I needed to share my plan for the nursery with you all.  Plus, baby girl is about to be two months and is still sleeping in our room.  Needless to say, I am READY for her to sleep in her own room.  My mom insomnia is so much worse when I can hear every little stir and grunt.  (And let me tell you, she is a very noisy sleeper!)  Also, when I show you the before pics of this room, you will likely realize why I want to get cracking on it.  Both of our other kids used it as a nursery and I put some work into it, but it never really felt finished to me.  Since Aria was born, our older two moved into a room together.  In the meantime, the nursery has become a drop zone for every odd and end.  Plus it has a lot of the items I want in there, but haven’t put to use yet since we want to paint.  I am embarrassed to show you these pictures. But I am all about transparency here.  Get ready ….

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Ok ok, you’re probably thinking it’s not that bad.  And you’re right, it’s not.  But it’s not special to me.  We painted it this color before our oldest was born.  And while I love it, I’m ready for a change.  I also know that once Aria is old enough, the two girls will share a room and our son will likely be back in this room.  I thought painting the room a dusty blue would work for both scenarios.  Plus, we don’t get the greatest natural light in our house and I will do anything to help the spaces feel nice and light.

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See what I mean about dumping ground?  It’s just a lot of craziness that I need to find places for.  I love this hand-me-down dresser and am planning to give it a face-lift with some gray paint and more modern handles.  We have carpet throughout our house, which Adam and I would love to change for laminate wood someday. But it is just not in our budget right now.  With that being said, I am not afraid to layer a rug on top of this carpet to give the room some more personality.

To create the calming space for both the baby and for mommy and daddy, I have been dreaming up a muted bohemian space.  I would like the room to incorporate pieces that can be used for years to come; items that could either grow with the girls or could be used throughout the house.  Here is a mood board of what I’m thinking.

muted bohemian nursery

gold pendant | chair (similar) | side table (similar) | rug | wall hanging | faux plant | dresser | crib | tassel table runner | basket

Some of the pieces here will not actually be in the room but give you the idea of what I’m thinking.  I have some fun DIY projects planned and will take you along with me.  The blue with the text is the paint color I’m thinking of; it is Sherwin Williams Rain.

I would love to hear your feedback.  What do you think about the direction I’m going?  Also, I would be interested to hear if you finish a project start to finish or do you move around as inspiration strikes?

Have a great weekend and Happy Mother’s Day!

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  1. designbyteresa says

    May 16, 2018 at 7:24 am

    Love the ideas! Itll brighten up the Room quite a Bit.

    Reply
  2. katiepellegrino says

    May 16, 2018 at 12:45 pm

    I TRY to go from start to finish but i usually end up moving around as i get inspiration. I love boho nurseries! They are so sweet and whimsical. That light fixture is amazing too!

    Reply
    • Tasha of Rufus & Henrietta says

      May 16, 2018 at 12:48 pm

      I am so excited for this space! It is going to be sooo much better!

      Reply
  3. Ashley Mills says

    May 16, 2018 at 3:37 pm

    Anything boho feels super comfy and inviting! Good choice 🙂

    Reply
  4. Shining on Design says

    May 16, 2018 at 8:00 pm

    LOVE it all Tasha!!! Wonderful design!

    Reply
    • Tasha of Rufus & Henrietta says

      May 16, 2018 at 8:03 pm

      Thank you so much! I’m hoping my three kids will cooperate enough for me to get it done before our little one is too big 😅

      Reply

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Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on o Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on our kitchen, bathroom, and complete upstairs remodel. Here’s what we’ve done so far: 1. Met with the contractor @sawtooth_remodeling! (They’re amazing! We highly recommend!) 2. Met with the custom cabinet builder and made all of our adjustments. 3. Picked out countertops. 4. Ordered kitchen sink, backsplash tile, and new fridge. 5. Now we wait and keep ordering things. Cabinets won’t be done until end of June so we can’t start demo until at least beginning of June. 

So you know what that means? A LOT of purging and organizing and packing until demo day, working on potty training our littlest and getting her out of her crib, and transitioning the current nursery into a fun bedroom for our oldest daughter. So much to do but we’re very excited!

Have you been through a remodel? How did it go for you?
Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my e-book/e-magazine yesterday! You can check out yesterday’s post for info on how to receive yours! 

In other news, this Thursday is going to be my first Mood Board by Moonlight. Head to my stories to find out more and to vote on the design space and inspiration. 

This mood board was one I had done a while back and is inspired by the second picture. This gives you an idea of how Mood Boards by Moonlight will work. 

So head to stories and let me know what you’d like to see. Keep in mind that I love a challenge!
It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now a It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now available! If you’re looking for advice on how to create a personality-packed space, this is for you! I share my top tips on how to add the “you” to unique including advice on thrifting, trends, and my favorite budget-friendly decor tool. 

To request your free copy, click the Unique Home e-book link in my profile or visit https//rufusandhenrietta.com/unique-home.
We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and we met with a contractor regarding a remodel (mainly on the kitchen) yesterday. So many exciting things happening! For now, I thought I’d share my very quick and last minute schematic I threw together yesterday to show the contractor. 

If you remember, the view as you walk into our upper level from the stairs is a wall of closets right now with a galley kitchen behind. This schematic shows you how that would open up and this would be your first view complete with a broom closet,  fridge and built-in pantry on the left, a statement backsplash and a waterfall-edged peninsula on the right. I seriously cannot wait!!! Also, we’re going to be keeping the original globe light fixtures and making them a highlight in the kitchen. 

It will be fun to see how this concept in my mind evolves and comes to life as the project continues. 

Have you ever taken on a full kitchen remodel? Any tips on how to get by without a kitchen during the reno process? Let me know all of the tips and coping mechanisms. 😉
Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I h Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I haven’t really filled you in on because I didn’t know how they would work out. But let’s just say we’re meeting with a contractor today. More on that soon. 

In other news, did you catch my stories recently? I talk about a new fun idea I have called #moodboardbymoonlight and I’m very excited about it! I’d love for you to go check that out and then you can start leaving your suggestions here or messaging me. Thanks for everything!
Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pin Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pink. I am beyond grateful of these ladies for choosing me as their guest participant. 

@baker.blooms 
@homemadehuppy 
@curatedbyconstance 
@hautehouselove 

These little $1.50 travertine tiles turned coasters quickly became one of my favorite DIYs. Originally I had a big wallpaper reveal planned for you all but alas, life got in the way. 

But honestly, this project meant more to me than just a little DIY. This whole thing has served up a big life lesson for me (something I have been deeply struggling with for a while now). 

You see, I’ve been battling with self doubt, with worrying I’m not doing enough or “big” enough things, for that wow factor (like a wallpaper reveal). But, these little coasters allowed me to remember the joy I have in all of this and reminded me that perfection is not my goal. My goal is to show others that good-feeling design can be approachable, affordable, and attainable. And this little project is just that. 

I have been so caught up in my own head, dragging myself backwards, allowing those deprecating words like “failure” and “unworthy” to sink in. 

But these little coasters took me back to when all I could do was take a blurry photo, all I could do were minimal cheap projects, and I was so proud. It’s good to feel that pride again. 

So thank you, ladies, for allowing me to participate in this. I’m not sure you’ll ever realize how a little pink project helped save my mental state. 

Thank you, coasters, for reminding me of the reason I love design and DIY.

And thank you past self for relishing in the little things, present self for just allowing creativity to flow through this project, and future self for taking these lessons and blossoming them into something great. God has something big planned for you. You just don’t know what that is yet. ❤️
Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Ya Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Yahoo! So happy with this little mudroom makeover that will make our space so much more functional but also beautiful. This fun DIY room divider hides our water heater perfectly and adds the perfect punch of personality. Little spaces like these are great for trying something new like painting a ceiling or adding pattern. Have fun with your small spaces!
Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progre Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progress on this DIY arch room divider this weekend. (You can see all of the mudroom progress under the mudroom story highlight on my profile.) Now I just need to add on the legs and use this baby to hide the water heater!
It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored this beautiful wood and wicker mid century cabinet from Facebook Marketplace and I’m in love! We knew this little nook (that used to be a closet) was going to be a hard fit. We wanted a piece of furniture that would not only look nice but provide some much needed storage for our kids craft projects and my extra decor pieces. This just so happened to fit perfectly in this space. I’m obsessed with it’s woven features, original brass handles, and mirrored back. Eek!! 

Also, swipe to see the beautiful artwork by @nabeelarumi. I finally found the perfect spot for her piece. The colors are absolutely stunning and the message is even more beautiful.
I’m still so proud of this mural. It really took I’m still so proud of this mural. It really took me out of my comfort zone. I get to see it every time I walk up to our front door, peeking through like a happy sunburst. This is about as far as we’ve gotten on this entryway but we have big plans. The majority of our entryway is paneled in real cedar planks which I love. The split level stairs are delicately wrapped in puke-inducing carpet which I don’t love. We have huge huge fun plans for these stairs; something I’ve never seen before. None of this will get done until after our kitchen remodel though so.... how’s that for a cliff hanger? I feel like a lot of our plans are on standstill right now because of refinancing so for now, I just have to tell you that I have plans but not actually share them with you.... good tactic? 😂🤦🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️

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