Do Your Own Makeover

If you're an avid HGTV fan, or even if you watch occasionally, at one point or another, one of "those" shows has inspired you to do some kind of makeover, or maybe even go all the way and do a renovation.  Or maybe, simply the fact that it's time for change, has inspired you.

For either a makeover or a renovation, you should always start with pen and paper.  I'm a list maker, a thinker, and an over-thinker, so this is what I do.  There's a lot to consider so it's best to have thought through it all before you get started.  This way, you know what you will need before you begin and the process will go much more smoothly.

I put together short lists for each to help you get started.

For a makeover:

• Budget
• Layout and function (play around with different layouts, there is more than one way to place a sofa)
• What I don't like about my current room or style
• What do I want to bring in
• What is my color inspiration (for paint, upholstery, and accessories)
• Furniture to keep/replace
• Do I need to paint 
• Accessories to buy
• Final budget (the real one)

For a renovation:

• Budget
• Timeline (consider avoiding holidays and vacation)
• Structural changes that have to be made
• Optional structural changes
• Layout and function
• Furniture to keep/replace
• Paint
• Accessories to buy
• Storage options for furniture and accessories you are keeping
• Bids (contractors and subcontractors) (ask questions)
• Final budget

For each one I also recommend creating a mood board.  You can do that online or a small one on a poster board.  

These lists certainly can be more detailed based on how thorough you want to be.  The more thorough you are, and the more decisions you make prior to getting started, the smoother the process is going to be. While even the best laid out plans have hiccups, you're problem solving will be easier if you're prepared.

Enough talking, let's look at some pictures!

Lola's Bedroom

Click on link above to see

the whole room 

transformation

(Don't mind me)

Attic Transformation

Custom built-ins make this

room more functional.

The Backpack Wall

DIY Instructions on I'm Batmom's website

Fabulous bedroom makeover!

Great transformation from SincerelySaraD.com

theletteredcottage.net

Follow the link for more makeovers

What a difference paint can make!

Great farmhouse bathroom

Major structural changes, well worth it

You'll notice some of these are makeovers and some are reno's.  Each one resulted in a dramatic effect.  And I bet each one took some planning ahead to get the most out of the project.

The Internet is full of ideas or you may have some of your own.  Whatever your inspiration, don't be afraid to dive in.  If you feel you're not skilled to take on a project, big or small, enlist the help of a friend who you know has the magic touch and a keen eye...

Or you can give me a call, message me, email me and I would love to do this with you!

You can find me here.

Well, that was fun... Looking at some great makeovers and reno's and seeing the fabulous results.  Stay tuned for my next post coming soon.  If you really enjoy my blog, be sure to share it with friends.  

*** Disclaimer: None of the images above are mine.  All images are linked to the source from which I got them.  I do my best to give credit to the source, but sometimes links get crossed or are not included from the source, but I do my best to credit every image.