Master Bedroom Story Board

My friend and neighbor Rachel, who blogs at Grasping for Objectivity, is in the market for a master bedroom renovation. Rachel says that while she has great furniture, she isn’t in love with the wall color, bedding, or accessories. I love a good design challenge, so after taking a look at Rachel’s Pinterest idea board, I put together a design board for her. Rachel is a no-nonsense, low-frill kind of girl, so I knew better than to add in a lot of foo-foo. Her criteria were simple:

She wanted to use her existing furniture, which is nice black wood.

She wanted to add in a little icy blue or gray.

She likes graphic patterns, as opposed to florals.

She wants the room to feel calm, light, and “vacation-y”.

Here’s what I came up with for Rachel and her husband Chris:

Rachel's Master Bedroom Board


Sure, there are few taste-specific accessories thrown in for fun. I mean, it’s no secret that not everyone can pull off a Tivoli bust or a chrome deer head. But they’re fun and add a bit of whimsical personality to the room, which definitely fit Rachel and Chris. And besides, they could easily be switched out for a less adventurous choice.

What do you think?

Think About These Things

During times of destruction and loss and sickness, it is tempting to focus in what is wrong rather than what is right. But God’s word says, “Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

What is going on in your world today that is right, lovely, praiseworthy, good, successful, or joyful? Tell us about it so we can all enjoy it with you.

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