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Tween Bedroom makeover!

By Debbiedoo's Team Published: Feb 9, 2011 · Modified: Feb 4, 2025

Tween Bedroom makeover
Never have I had so much fun transforming a room as I have now.
This is a cheap, inexpensive before and after Tween bedroom makeover.
Boys bedroom before and after makeover on a budget using things I already had
 I am not sure if it was all my Gramps positive energy floating around, or that I just truly have fun decorating.
I know for sure it is BOTH!~
Let’s start with the curtains.  Painters tarps, painted and stenciled.  I will give a tutorial soon.
 Mike thought I was crazy…this is his old red wagon, that has been sitting in our garage for years…what a perfect time to dig it out.It is about 40 years old.  And it is serving a purpose…LEGOS!
My husbands old wagon has come in handy for all these legos!
Such a cheap and inexpensive window treatment.
The stenciling was fun.
 Now this was fun.
Once a pine toy chest turned FUNKAY! I bought the trespassing sign and just sanded the heck crap out of it, I wish things could rust overnight, but they can’t to my knowledge.
Tutorial on the chest coming soon.
 
And yes  some rust too!

And here was Jack when he came home from school today…He is inspecting that everything is there that should be.
I forgot to show you a few other things…

These are my Grandfathers gloves from when he was a child..I think this must have been an ashtray, it’s missing the center piece.

Oh and here is Jack’s before bedroom:
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_5tOA2F7YKT4/S_7qWtGOeCI/AAAAAAAAC64/VaWTe9EbyxY/s640/100_3143.JPG

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THINGS I did for this room makeover:
The bedside light
The burlap curtains
The chest
Brought in the wagon, that was my husbands when he was Jack’s age.
Brought out old time memories and keepsakes of my Dear Grandfather

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Comments

  1. My Big Secret Blog :)

    February 08, 2011 at 11:05 pm

    It looks amazing! I love that engine and the hands. 🙂 Jack peeking in is priceless!

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  2. Jen

    February 08, 2011 at 11:09 pm

    Nice work! Perfect boys room

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  3. Olive Cooper

    February 08, 2011 at 11:10 pm

    I love it all, the curtains, trunk and the wagon. I used to put CC's wagon under the Christmas tree with gifts in it. That wagon is a treasure as are the hands.

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  4. Pattie

    February 08, 2011 at 11:11 pm

    Debbie you keep amazing us.. This is so nice and I'm sure your son loves it… you are quite decorator. love it…

    Pattie

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  5. laxsupermom

    February 08, 2011 at 11:18 pm

    Love all the changes! What a great way to use an old wagon. Love the trespassing sign, too. I always love seeing drop cloth projects. Can't wait for the tutorial.

    Reply
  6. linda

    February 08, 2011 at 11:19 pm

    it looks wonderful Jack looked so serious looking into the wagon makeing sure EVERYTHING was there lol:)

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  7. Mandy

    February 08, 2011 at 11:20 pm

    Very creative!! Glad he liked it. I love the no trespassing sign on the the box. Very cute!

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  8. The Decorative Dreamer

    February 08, 2011 at 11:21 pm

    Very cute! I really like the curtains! They are such a great idea. I need to get some of that painters tarp and do something. I didn't know it looked like that!

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  9. Jemsmom

    February 08, 2011 at 11:23 pm

    Wow!!! What a transformation! That is truly a unique room! I can't tell what my favorite part is! You have outdone yourself!

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  10. Judy

    February 08, 2011 at 11:24 pm

    I love the curtains. I have one of those red wagons in my garage. I never thought of bringing it in to deal with the Lego situation.

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  11. Okie Chic

    February 08, 2011 at 11:33 pm

    Sooo sweet I love it!! Looks like the perfect room for a boy!!

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  12. Funky Junk Interiors

    February 08, 2011 at 11:37 pm

    Wild applause from the front row here! Debbie! So awesome. I LOVE the vintage touches and how cool that most of them have deep meaning. The lego wagon is the coolest. And yeah.. sanding that sign? You went all out, girl!

    Extremely well done. 🙂

    Donna

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  13. Kris

    February 08, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    Love it Debbie! I have been on the lookout for a radio flyer wagon!!

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  14. Linda @ A La Carte

    February 08, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    Great room and I love the old wagon with the legos!

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  15. Pam - diy Design Fanatic

    February 08, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    Very cool Debbie!His room looks awesome and has a lot more personality now!

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  16. lvroftiques

    February 08, 2011 at 11:52 pm

    It looks great Debbie! I'm looking forward to the tutorial on the drapes. Did Jack love it? That IS a great idea for the leggos!! Vanna

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  17. OCDesign

    February 08, 2011 at 11:53 pm

    Wow I love love love this room! I have been looking for inspiration for my 10 year old sons room, this is amazing! Thanks for sharing!!!

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  18. Pamela

    February 08, 2011 at 11:54 pm

    What a fantastic room for Jack!!!
    I love the idea of putting legos in the red wagon…I wish I thought of this!
    My son's are stored in those ugly plastic tubs!
    Pamela 🙂

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  19. Victoria

    February 09, 2011 at 12:01 am

    Wow, that looks amazing! I'm loving that lamp:) How cute that little man took inventory when he got home, had to make sure mom hadn't discarded anything:)

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  20. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style

    February 09, 2011 at 12:08 am

    Love it. Great window treatments and paint jobs. Love the old wagon holding his leggos. Yes, you have channeled Donna well.

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  21. The Polka Dot Closet

    February 09, 2011 at 12:13 am

    Debbie, what a great job, I love that your son is looking to make sure all is there. I think you meant these are my grandfathers gloves not hands YEWWW LOL!

    Carol

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  22. Ricki Jill Treleaven

    February 09, 2011 at 12:18 am

    I need to learn about this copycat challenge thing. The room is very cute, and I keep reading about the copycat challenge throughout blogland……

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  23. Allyson Pecilunas

    February 09, 2011 at 12:25 am

    Love it Debbie! It looks great and so vintage.

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  24. NanaDiana

    February 09, 2011 at 12:28 am

    Great job, Debbie. My favorite part is probably the RadioFlyer wagon. I love it…and those hands are amazing. I immediately thought they would look cute cradling an old baseball or something. How wonderful that you even have them. Nice work, kiddo! Hugs-Diana

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  25. Erika . . . with a K

    February 09, 2011 at 12:39 am

    Wow what an awesome room, I love it. The wagon is a great touch!

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  26. Jo

    February 09, 2011 at 12:45 am

    WOW!…great look,just perfect for Jack, and using your Grandpa's keepsakes and husbands childhood wagon..PRICELESS!
    You always WOW us.
    ~Jo
    LazyonLoblolly

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  27. marty (A Stroll Thru Life)

    February 09, 2011 at 12:55 am

    The room is perfect. I love it. It looks fabulous and I am sure Jack loves it too. Hugs, Marty

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  28. Theresa

    February 09, 2011 at 1:00 am

    I love the curtains, wagon, Oh just everything! so creative you are! 🙂

    Theresa

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  29. Carrie @ Dittle Dattle

    February 09, 2011 at 1:00 am

    You're amazing Debbie! Looks like you have so much fun getting into trouble…. I mean decorating your son's room (while he's not home)! I think he has the cutest (I mean COOLEST) lego holder of all time!

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  30. Karen

    February 09, 2011 at 1:44 am

    I have girls and never thought much about decorating boys rooms. You did a fantastic job. I love the wagon, its a really cool room for a boy.

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  31. Martina

    February 09, 2011 at 2:03 am

    Debbie you did an amazing job on Jacks room,everything turned out terrific.Love the curtains that's going to be one of my next projects.Great job as always. Martina

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  32. Lori

    February 09, 2011 at 2:14 am

    Link this to WoW me Wednesday with Kim too. It is really WOW!

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  33. craftydiva

    February 09, 2011 at 2:58 am

    So cute love it all!!

    craftycrafteen.blogspot.com

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  34. Shelia

    February 09, 2011 at 3:09 am

    Woo Hooness, Debbie Dear! Jack's room looks great! More grown up but hip! How cute to see him 'checking'! 🙂
    You're so good.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia 😉

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  35. Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria

    February 09, 2011 at 3:39 am

    No wonder I love ya girl..Look at all the wonderful talent you have..I really love the bronze gloves..I did that to my oldest daughters baby shoes 50 years ago, and how special to have hubs wagon for Jack's room..I really love it girl..PLEASE send me a bottle of your energy ha ha!! Love ya my Dear daughter..come by and see my Baptismal font I know you will love it Debbie..Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  36. Teresa @ Grammy Girlfriend

    February 09, 2011 at 9:34 am

    It looks fantastic……you are awesome

    love it

    Reply
  37. Holly

    February 09, 2011 at 10:20 am

    I'm feeling all "swoony" looking at that room. I'm supposed to be heading to work right now but found your blog and am having a difficult time tearing myself away. Just love that room and your house tour. I'll check back later. Have a great day!

    Reply
  38. ★Mumsy★

    February 09, 2011 at 12:06 pm

    The room turned out fantastic, Debbie! It also has a soothing feel to it..

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  39. Gail

    February 09, 2011 at 12:25 pm

    Oh Debbie what an amazing transformation! I love how you incorporated the wagon in his room….priceless! Thanks for sharing and your inspiration on anything goes!

    Enjoy this wonderful day,
    Gail

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  40. Something Nice and Pretty

    February 09, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    What a neat room, any boy would just love it Debbie…love how you took your grandfather's objects and used them as a part of Jack's room. The curtains are unbelieveable, I bet Pottery Barn is zoning in on them!

    Rondell

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  41. Meg

    February 09, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    Debbie I love the use of the wagon, just fabulous and I can't wait to hear about the curtains. I love em!

    I'll bet your son loves it all!

    Megan

    http://1funkywoman.blogspot.com

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  42. Val

    February 09, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    Debbie, You have truly inspired me to tackle my sons rooms!!!

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  43. Laurel

    February 09, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    Wow…the rest of the room looks great too! LOVE the idea to put the Legos in the wagon, very clever! We have a "few" Legos at our house too 🙂 Laurel

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  44. Kelly

    February 09, 2011 at 4:32 pm

    Hello! This is a great transformation. The red wagon is such a nice touch, and how sweet that you have your Gramps' gloves! Love it all. Thanks again also for hosting the Newbie Party!

    Kelly

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  45. Bill

    February 09, 2011 at 5:11 pm

    It looks great, Debbie! I think Granfather's gloves might just be my favorite part. We've all seen bronzed baby shoes, but those gloves are very special!

    Hope you have a happy Valentine's Day!

    Bill

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  46. ~Tablescapes By Diane~

    February 09, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    Hi lovely lady.
    I need to know the Vitamin you are taking I NEED SOME !!! Your Bedroom makeover for your son is Great Debbie ~~~ Thanks so much for your lovely comments on my Valentine's Day Tablescape xxoo
    Diane

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  47. ⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜

    February 09, 2011 at 6:12 pm

    Thank you everyone for your kind words. Jack does love his room, he really feels like a big kid now. Of course his older brother wants these tarps too…so I have to get busy and figure out what I will do for big bros room. Thanks again…XO

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  48. Sarah

    February 09, 2011 at 6:14 pm

    Definitely a fun makeover, Debbie. Love the idea of pulling in the vintage red wagon. ~ Sarah

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  49. Dear Sweet Home

    February 09, 2011 at 11:42 pm

    I love it – especially the wagon! I know your little guy is proud to have his friends over to that cool space!

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  50. The Hopeless Romantic

    February 10, 2011 at 1:16 am

    The room looks awesome Debbie! Im sure he love it……I may just copy this drop cloth idea. I need something creative over my closet door. Thanks for the inspiration!….Bonnie

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  51. Sue

    February 10, 2011 at 1:46 am

    Boy, what a fun room for Jack! Love all the little touches like the lamp, the chest, the curtains… Thinking outside the box can be a thought provoking challenge but you succeeded. 🙂 Love the bronzed gloves!

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  52. cleanfreak

    February 10, 2011 at 2:40 am

    Yet another gem! I linked it to my FB as my friend Vera Loves it too. Now get to work on the other room as warm days are ahead and you will want to be out on that water soon! Plus I am excited to see more.

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  53. Gypsy Heart

    February 10, 2011 at 4:08 am

    LOVE it! Can't wait to see how you did the curtains. Your creativity should be in pill form…I'd love a few.

    xo
    Pat

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  54. Judy

    February 10, 2011 at 2:07 pm

    I'm so glad you stopped by and joined the party. I love what you did with the room. I appreciate the support.

    Reply

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