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Home » Bedroom makeovers

The Boho in me

By Debbiedoo's Team Published: Feb 25, 2016 · Modified: Feb 4, 2025

I wasn’t planning on changing out, or I should say fluffing the guest bedroom anytime soon.

This is the BEFORE

guest-bedroom-083

I just refreshed up the guest bedroom about a year ago.

However, the other day one of my BF’s called and asked if we were going to be in town next weekend.  She lives in Buffalo, NY and her daughter is down this way to visit a friend and my friend wants to tag along and get dropped off here for the weekend.  Well, of course I would love that, and we so happen not to have plans that weekend.

Colorful guest room changes on a small budget

So while at Wally world (Walmart) I spotted this pretty paisley comforter set.  The set was a deal.  The comforter, sheets, shams and another accessory pillow came in the bag.  Instead of spending more on a queen size, I decided to buy the full instead and simply put it over the existing white spread I have.

Live, laugh love pillow

Sheer panels with a pillow case for valance

This here light has a bit of sentiment to it.  My husband bought it for me 19 years ago.  At the time we lived in South Florida and went down to Worth ave. for the afternoon.  It was a fancy Ave. where obviously all the Palm beach socialites hang out, you know, people that walk around looking like this.PALM BEACH SOCIALITE We of course, were just young and noisy checking out the scene.  We happened to walk by this beautiful shop and I spotted this beautiful ceramic light through the window.  I remember saying how pretty I thought it was and it would look great in our kitchen.

About a week later, my husband walked in the door with the light in hand for me.  I can never get rid of it, and to this day, I still look at it and smile. We did indeed enjoy the light hanging in our kitchen for years.

Ceramic pottery light Here is where I got a little thrifty and creative.  Instead of using the sheets on the bed ( I already have a new set on there) I decided to use the pillow cases as valances, and the flat sheet as a swag on the other small window.

Bedroom makeover with crafty thrifty ideas

You know me, I don’t care for too much matchy, matchy anyhow and I loved the way this looks.

Using a sheet to recover a chair pad

I then cut a piece of the fitted sheet and recovered this chair, and added the decorative pillow the set came with!

Fun and funky bohemian style bedroom decor

I think my BF will feel comfy and cozy!

Fun and colorful guest room changes with paisley

Guest room fluffing for Spring and Summer

(Pillow case valances)

All that freshening up for less than $50.00!

Share the love, and pin it!

xo

A little socially unconventional bedroom makever for under $50.00 including curtains, pillows and recovering a chair.

I’m pretty happy and the room is definitely a reflection of colors and style that I like.  It’s the BOHO in me for sure. A little socially unconventional, if you will.

This time of year the sun changes direction.  It’s a little difficult to get nice bright pics. You can tell from the first picture the clear difference in lighting.  After all these years, I still can’t figure out the right settings on my camera.

Thanks for stopping by today.  If you are new here, welcome to my site. I hope you stick around, sign up and browse around.

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  1. Peggy

    February 25, 2016 at 6:56 pm

    Love it Debbie and so will your friend. Have fun.

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 25, 2016 at 10:42 pm

      I think she will too! Thanks Peggy! xo

      Reply
  2. Brenda Kula-Pruitt

    February 25, 2016 at 7:29 pm

    Well it’s very cute and tastefully put together! I have a bit of the boho in me too. I had a boho stage last year where the whole apartment was boho. Then I eased back to the style I was more accustomed to. I’m still very attracted to this look!
    Brenda

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 25, 2016 at 10:41 pm

      Thank you Brenda! I think I am more attracted to the prints and color. They truly just make me smile:)

      Reply
  3. Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces

    February 25, 2016 at 10:11 pm

    This room is charming…fun and welcoming! I love the colors!

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 25, 2016 at 10:42 pm

      Me too Linda! thank you.

      Reply
  4. Jeanie

    February 26, 2016 at 9:00 am

    I love it!! Enjoy your week-end with your friend and she will feel so special sleeping in the beautiful room you have decorated for her!

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 26, 2016 at 9:34 am

      Thanks Jeanie!

      Reply
  5. Carolyn

    February 26, 2016 at 9:40 am

    I love the idea of getting the full comforter and just layering it over the white bedspread. I know your BF will be delighted in your bright and cheerful room. Those are my favorite colors, too. Enjoy your visit. I’m sure there will be plenty of laughter 🙂

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 26, 2016 at 10:06 am

      Oh yeah, you know it! Thank you Carolyn.

      Reply
  6. Nancy

    February 26, 2016 at 9:59 am

    I love it! It looks so cozy and inviting. Wish I was coming for the weekend! Inspires me to do something with our “plain Jane” guestroom.

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 26, 2016 at 10:06 am

      There you go! Enjoy. It will make you smile.

      Reply
  7. Tarahlynn

    February 26, 2016 at 10:42 am

    I think we all have a little Boho in us!! Love all of the colors! That would be such a cheery place to wake up in the morning!

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 26, 2016 at 11:18 am

      Thank you! Yes, color sure makes you smile anywhere.

      Reply
  8. Rosemary

    February 26, 2016 at 10:47 am

    Debbie: The room is lovely. I love colors! How did you do the bedside chest? And please explain to me what BOHO is. I see it all over the internet.

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 26, 2016 at 11:18 am

      I didn’t do that chest Rosemary. I actually purchased it like that from World Market around 5 years ago. BOHO is short for Bohemian style. Sort of eclectic, carefree, hippish in a sense. I love that style:)

      Reply
  9. Claire @ A Little CLAIREification

    February 26, 2016 at 12:38 pm

    So clever and fun, Debbie! I love the colors and patterns. Pinned!

    Reply
  10. Kris

    February 26, 2016 at 1:03 pm

    How clever you are using the sheets and pillowcases as you did. I love that paisley with the bedside cabinet. Everything looks perfect! Your friend will love it. Have a wonderful, relaxing visit, Debbie, and thanks for the inspiration. Happy Weekend!!!
    Hugs!

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 26, 2016 at 2:37 pm

      Happy weekend to you Kris. Thanks! xo

      Reply
  11. Angie H

    February 26, 2016 at 1:22 pm

    I often see the large comforter sets I like, but don’t necessarily need all the pieces. I LOVE the idea of repurposing the items. Thank you for the inspiration!

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    • debbiedoo's

      February 26, 2016 at 2:37 pm

      Tou are welcome Angie!

      Reply
  12. Carolyn G.

    February 26, 2016 at 2:00 pm

    Very cheerful updates!

    Reply
  13. Jane S.

    February 26, 2016 at 3:28 pm

    Beautiful Debbie ! I love the colors and the style. Nice pops of color using the orange, especially in the ceramic owl and pillows. Very nice ideas using the sheets for chair seat covering and valances. I like the BOHO look. Although you said you didn’t like the lighting, everything looks fine and your photo composition is excellent. Enjoy the time with your friend.

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  14. SheilaG- Plum Doodles

    February 26, 2016 at 4:31 pm

    You are so smart- I love what you did with all the bits and pieces that came with the comforter. Enjoy your time with your friend! 🙂

    Reply
  15. carol bittner

    February 26, 2016 at 4:40 pm

    She will love it !!! It was lovely before, but now it’s bright and full of color (just perfect for Spring); that pop that we all need right now. That light is so very pretty.

    Reply
  16. bj

    February 27, 2016 at 6:49 pm

    not sure what was wrong but your blog is running much smoother today. Maybe some days, Google gets the hick-cups…..

    Reply
  17. Jewels

    February 28, 2016 at 2:47 am

    New to your blog/posts, Debbie. Fabulous! Where did you find your ceiling fan? I love your Walmart find. Lovely room. Thanks!

    Reply
    • debbiedoo's

      February 28, 2016 at 8:53 am

      That came from lamps plus. Thanks Jewels.

      Reply
  18. mary

    March 01, 2016 at 5:19 pm

    I am totally into Boho. In fact the young preppy girls where I used to work were always saying Boho was my style. LOL! I love your guest room. What clever ideas to use the set as you did. The colors and patterns in this set are wonderful. Love them!

    Reply
    • debbiedoo's

      March 01, 2016 at 5:21 pm

      Thanks Mary! Must be our age:)

      Reply
  19. Susan

    April 13, 2016 at 6:56 am

    Love everything about this room. Great job!!!!

    Reply
    • debbiedoo's

      April 13, 2016 at 6:57 am

      Thank you so much.

      Reply

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