My Deck Makeover Reveal!

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src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP4BS_iQoQDcvGzQQq-3itMiSAF1Kctcx9xs1mtRTjxU9f6qQPd2JMLiNzUgz2yX5objsRgHHHi4EN0qkhqKTym-QBgfmhRdPad593lpUCGaTLFBEy7Q1huZte0TmKVSobCsdo8c_5p8lC/s1600/wesley.jpg" /></center><br />Summers go by so quickly here in Minnesota, it's really a shame to have such a great outdoor area and not put it to good use! After we had a new sliding door installed this spring (one that actually opens!), we were more determined than ever to fix up our deck! We already had the super comfy outdoor sofa sitting in our basement (an outlet score from a few years ago) and the white dining table/chairs, but we brought in some fun new pieces to make it a colorful, happy place where we could take full advantage of the nice weather and beautiful view!<br /><br />My jumping-off point was the fabulous fabric on the throw pillows. I've been dying to use the <a href="http://quadrillefabrics.com/chinaseas.html">China Seas Conga Line</a> leopard print fabric somewhere somehow ever since I saw it on <a href="http://www.simplyseleta.com/2010/03/laundry-room-baggage/" target="_blank">Simply Seleta</a> forever ago. Lucky for me, <a href="http://nydfo.com/">New York Designer Fabric Outlet</a> had it available in a durable outdoor fabric! It was fate! They also had <a href="http://quadrillefabrics.com/handprints.html" target="_blank">Quadrille's Tashkent</a> turquoise chevron fabric, another favorite of mine. While not outdoor fabric, I thought it'd be perfect in our living room or on the deck when we had company. (Or really anywhere in our home since it's the perfect shade of turquoise!) Both are just so beautiful in person. Definitely check out <a href="http://nydfo.com/">NYDFO.com</a> if you're looking for awesome deals on designer, normally "to-the-trade" fabric; it's a great resource! (Right now they're actually having a big sale too...their whole store is 50% off!) <br /><br />On to the turquoise chairs! I've seen <a href="http://janecoslick.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Jane Coslick</a> use them in her designs, so I knew they had to be good. They're from <a href="http://rstyle.me/ad/ifp7wssxw" target="_blank">World Market</a>, as are the fun turquoise stools (and a lot of other stuff...I love that store.) The craziest thing was how perfect their Lagoon color this season matched the <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/3xicmssxw">turquoise patio heater</a> I found online. Can you even believe that heater?! Deck season is so much longer in Minnesota with a heater...I'm SO excited to have it! I still can't believe I found a <i>turquoise</i> heater.<br /><br />The dining table was really fun to put together; I had a blast mixing colors, patterns and texture. The turquoise melamine plates are fantastic! I bought them a couple months ago and we've been using them for every meal. Again, the perfect shade of turquoise. And I was excited to have just enough of the Conga Line fabric left to have a runner made. And the fact that it's Suncloth material has already proved to be beneficial when Wesley managed to spill his dinner on it! (Is he not the cutest, by the way?!) <br /><br />I'll post the sources below, but if you have any questions–just ask!<br /><br /><br />And since it's finally Friday, it's time to announce the winner of the <a href="http://shop.isolabellashop.com/">Isola Bella</a> giveaway! The lucky recipient of the coastal towel set is....<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://shop.isolabellashop.com/" target="_blank"><img alt="http://shop.isolabellashop.com/" border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk6esu8CugScdWABSOAj5R3M_wFGxb49cqEezCHOgsbc3H_9tmPW3xd96p2m4j7NmyHVSl133Gf2-Lxyp1LlIc6qqbMRvXi4QxvhiTwOVIgl5SthIcHBxkJ0cQyQBmbvdy-3h0olqQukUH/s320/i-4cmJTcK-M.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><br />Lastly, Chris and I are headed off to a cabin for a relaxing lake vacation so I will be gone all of next week. Check back though as I have guest bloggers filling in for me with some inspiring turquoise spaces you don't want to miss! Have a wonderful weekend everyone! :)<br /><br /><blockquote class="tr_bq"><b>Sources</b><br />Pillow fabric - c/o <a href="http://nydfo.com/">New York Designer Fabric Outlet</a><br />Sofa - <a href="http://www.roomandboard.com/catalog/outdoor/sofas-and-sectionals/brisbane-sofas" target="_blank">Room & Board</a><br />Rug - <a href="http://dashandalbert.annieselke.com/Rugs/Trimaran-Stripe-Platinum-Ivory-Indoor-Outdoor-Rug/p/RDB191">Dash & Albert</a><br />Turquoise patio heater - <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/3xicmssxw">Target</a><br />Chairs, stools and green table - <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/y7r26ssxw">World Market</a><br />Turquoise party cups - <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KIUHDW0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00KIUHDW0&linkCode=as2&tag=everytturquo-20&linkId=IZOGLW3ETHGQLQB3">Amazon</a><br />Throw - <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/2pq4vssxw">World Market</a><br />Colorful outdoor candles - <a href="http://www.homegoods.com/">HomeGoods</a> <br />Stone monogram coasters - <a href="http://emilymccarthy.com/shoppe/shop/coasters/stone-coaster-set-round/">Emily McCarthy </a><br />Turquoise bowls - <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/3xjfgssxw">West Elm </a><br />Striped platter - <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/zfh6dssxw">World Market</a><br />Dining table - <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cb2.com%2Foutdoor-furniture%2Foutdoor%2F1&pid=uid7764-88458-12">CB2</a><br />Dining chairs - <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/departments/outdoor/21964/">Ikea</a><br />Runner fabric - <a href="http://nydfo.com/" target="_blank">NYDFO.com </a><br />Turquoise plates - <a href="http://rstyle.me/~5wrBw">Pier 1</a><br />Le Creuset ramekins - <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008JCGHGC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008JCGHGC&linkCode=as2&tag=everytturquo-20&linkId=QBCRUQOAPCCVSM63">Amazon</a><br />Seagrass placemats - <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/3xjdassxw">World Market</a><br />Napkins - <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=431971927&pid=uid7764-88458-12">Crate & Barrel</a><br />White goblets - <a href="http://www.homegoods.com/">HomeGoods</a><br />Turquoise votives - <a href="http://rstyle.me/~5wrhL">West Elm </a><br />Lantern - <a href="http://www.homegoods.com/">HomeGoods </a><br />String lights - <a href="http://www.costco.com/Feit-Outdoor-Weatherproof-String-Light-Set,-48-ft,--24-Light-Sockets,-Includes-36-Bulbs.product.100140552.html" target="_blank">Costco</a><br />Bench -  <a href="http://rstyle.me/~5wrz6">World Market</a><br />Colorful planters - <a href="http://rstyle.me/~4Wjcm">Bellacor</a><br />Mini adirondack chair - <a href="http://rstyle.me/~5wsjt">Kohls</a></blockquote><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? 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My Deck Makeover Reveal!

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One Room Challenge - Final Reveal!

<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlNpoMLPZOzmN-Zl6g6DZVawWhEm42ZF6_3b9QM2ViWIH6PJIo8s_xCGNpSBadFtzktrt5xTqfF7AH0UoCOubHIDeNUZ0feeh2xTD8kSEb6s_VFSWMpjcC2UgfS1kQhZAO4xGxYvRRxLQ/s1600/loft+1.jpg" /></div><br />The time has finally come!! Here we are at the end of the One Room Challenge! I'm so grateful to Linda of <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/" target="_blank">Calling it Home</a> for asking me to participate–we are thrilled Wesley's entire room is now finally finished! As a reminder, I have been decorating the loft area in his room, as well as putting the finishing touches in his nursery below. See Weeks <a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2014/10/one-room-challenge-week-1.html" target="_blank">1</a>, <a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2014/10/one-room-challenge-week-2.html" target="_blank">2</a>, <a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2014/10/one-room-challenge-week-3.html" target="_blank">3</a>, <a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2014/10/one-room-challenge-week-4.html" target="_blank">4</a> or <a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2014/10/one-room-challenge-week-5.html" target="_blank">5</a> to catch up! I'll try to source things as I go along, but if you have any questions, just leave a comment!<br /><br />This is what the room looked like when we moved in:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiKyoktarHTvrbcRwT3QsHm9lfCObKA1Ea4IAmiGJ-pJJdpNNIWn2e-FtRJ9_prW1woYO2-un9MUe-j6EHdE2E7vmMp59EgSWiATTw3COLzb4yZ5cEMDsIKt5OsrB2lnMLIMvdpFtBX88/s1600/ORC+Before+Shot.jpg" /></div><br />And here it is now!! <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDRAf98Q9vobgMqn_1-NxtaUiM6Y3bOvr-6rji5dP5EwTceFOVyAIoDAd90WeUPmol8UVR2NYjj59JqVIfTJYu8_fxrvfosb_gnUY7QvrJQ5xh84pyaOsrRshVhaBnvyuZZ2ge2qOOCMU/s1600/wesleys+room.jpg" /></div><br />This is definitely the most colorful, fun room in our home! And we love it! I'll show you the loft area first, since that's where the majority of our time has been spent for this challenge.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBozRvWYCz6if4TY5sWJPq258DL3Ls_QSP0kzuqqrvK6oiJ8Wih8ALQFz2CGmOd9JzysTyZyePJg86CK3iFDVnorDRer6TWLR-Psq7Vd1wGLCFWfTmHsinbTUqNWECn4WPIb8_sDy2fps/s1600/loft+railing.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR4Sixa9CTtFncTTyRLT0lrDqSN_-KwvoI3DJ0rDhMwXTHI61UyDn5kPQ5xostXBR8Hml9UWq77gCMkOzdryO6iWm-zB-Jj66Ch8zVl0pqusn9VxUhFFNQ-srcOmLJZO_AbqImyXERW48/s1600/shelf.jpg" /></div><br />I'm so happy with the <a href="http://rstyle.me/~2OZ48" target="_blank">Jenny Lind bookcase</a>, which we decided on halfway through when installing a window was no longer an option. It was fun filling it with books and other fun goodies, like the <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/stybessxw" target="_blank">whale bookends</a> from Anthro and new <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/styhwssxw" target="_blank">lamp</a>/<a href="http://rstyle.me/n/styd6ssxw" target="_blank">shade</a> from Target. If the piles of books throughout our house are any indication, I'm certain these will not stay neat and pretty for long! Storage from <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/bc4gessxw" target="_blank">Target</a> and <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/2wexssxw" target="_blank">The Container Store</a>. <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAnbmHBQwEkzu9x3wPWANRQi05ldPjojQYMApaMZG7BaVdDGaLDcICge2vZMa-H4ueoAus6U3qgrpKYNZ-wr7QD8ZimIH9rItEnYvywAekqmuKc3muUwvnDAOSQwlq0nRxayTmP0qlouM/s1600/whale.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP9AdI2zrnWGvoc4bVkjYgq0PqLVCtkm2SE8pvj9gzKLVSH1n_zW2744ZUybq3gXSS24UkGJNLq660A_53L3mhb0QjzY0xRDhwlR24mfGLecdvfST8ciVgZQOwM7eCbeAJjyssCF2uKf0/s1600/lamp.jpg" /></div><br />We picked up this <a href="http://rstyle.me/~2Zg3m" target="_blank">metal W</a> from Land of Nod while ordering the shelf...a little hand-painted whale from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlueRaspberryDesigns" target="_blank">Blue Raspberry Designs</a> found its resting spot, as well as some shells from our honeymoon.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcx9a35Z0kCniQVC3rcthKMaPcHqoJkY2snUMgEuNgJHxM1Uu4OC5X-Jhj9DmwMg0UBHzAVCoaQxQrO_VAJwp8DKrk7LkZ876eufMWzMFCiQvKq-nARiBhsZsJPRFSxXoBYWkHbZZrGuY/s1600/W.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3A3SCrRdh5jzhgUVqO5-S5SOG7u5-5ebvIMJrKtoeTFU0lOo5Gco_OI7WIbqBJRsXCJafniZx3KKPnXe_30OMylOMzr2VT1l1U7RK8XhyphenhyphenvK-y7G2wRQCGokIVIYZbbN1oX9slwt7JxS8/s1600/cars.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqdGjgmnEzJoHYWs5e0kIy5gI_3qNQElzHf7fN41rIn_XKuIY7xswvpjeORDq98YeuxvpTpS34Xtge-uqULZKlVvxQy7yswG0na8P__C-a0EoQSsUW2MHuEMPGJCmXBznwySO8zTzPKBo/s1600/art+shelf.jpg" /></div><br />The first thing I chose for the space was this fantastic artwork from <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/rqew6ssxw" target="_blank">Minted</a>...love the colors so much!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghU9bp7G5sJSMeQpxWNDUDK6gR1b8LXnnw98Yy9hX4_weL7MTgXkB5dm-i6hOT-voWejfVRIi0ynB9GI28HsL7hwOqlvyJ7n3X55MNVHKoka1jwTikd8WPnj3Pcf0kt-ehL8GZ7YzQg5Y/s1600/artwork.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDRW1Q88EsOezjeTyH7SxjLVo7Qvtj3Srki5WFzG4YVSG31DW9QWYMu8rXOtGD2As4WSAcP82ffjRQwBwoHQXJlRJauQzAbEhworSDuI9WAm86rBANrhlU0KTCbvLpqW8Z80p_z-xtH5o/s1600/lantern.jpg" /></div><br />Cute vintage-inspired postcards from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CABOCADO" target="_blank">Cabocado</a> inside a lantern from <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/bc4gessxw" target="_blank">Target</a>–love the rope handle! And below the <a href="http://rstyle.me/~2VK9S" target="_blank">Adventure a Day banner</a> I talked about last week...<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEYGY_albIhhxeHGm0b77Ru1l3FTnj9UuMChCVe5tSu2JtNGyZxSYQXIZ32MBLhDOtdxsIini8Cf8ob7nSaTt-6nlUQUA75L9CBkbRMmlZioVijpB5-YafiGLaPB3iNWzT50wqU9Tl1a0/s1600/IMG_4185.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCtwcdZ91mVMAwKcPSe5jmaAgq3An_drBAuO9K4LpMCdM3WSVbBsWbe6AudljeLStyUHmAG-j29iZyi33KTp1dHcINAgIDKj1d5angTkZba2dcdZsoPiJXRtNlhM54B_3hDUNaZ4TxTmo/s1600/IMG_4188.jpg" /></div><br />The lounge furniture from <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/rkktassxw" target="_blank">PB Teen</a> is super comfy, and the gorgeous pillows from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PopOColor" target="_blank">Pop O' Color</a> add some pattern to the space! The new railing makes such a difference from below and above...it really opened things up and brings in much-needed light. Speaking of light, so excited about our new sconce from <a href="http://www.wayfair.com/Norwell-Lighting-Aidan-Swing-Arm-Wall-Sconce-NRW1395.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wayfair</a>...they really saved the day when Plan A didn't work out!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlcDfF1DCn7hJWBdYAKj67YhdYtjGgsSyjClAoOsOfK-0JoiClOQJYOF2MbSJCuJebUXTvi_LLBL66DALtsSI5pi6z1k3ic9qNrtgp3fBr8o5v0WGEdvjqBK-uuuKWwzCtn0AUoNNBseE/s1600/light.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiKFq7COgM0BMGAA3hLxLW7kWdowUfkZxy1hPTN3M0ammhF5haQ3sdBMvPTLvSrwdw_PtgeJEeNf04KdFhG5oC_CzqHzTwflW4MlOrBQBcS3EwSckBne6S9eVEiwCG4A9YdApJjmlgfOo/s1600/pillows.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx7I9dO_xoBtqZ6Xkl8qO8Hja0avodYmOCOa5MFxxyIqxNL5XVjbHtCJiBtkAt8GGAJZIS0AyZ9zmILfN1y26QrjtAdfj6iJOG-8FpXdstVNv5gGY9Q9a7AmuoWo2H5dr-_xu8oT74E1c/s1600/pirate.jpg" /></div><br />This little pirate was handmade by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/miomucaro" target="_blank">Mio Mucaro</a> on Etsy...I have a thing for handmade stuffed toys! The rug from <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/bgju2ssxw" target="_blank">PB teen</a> is oh-so-cozy. Normally I'd want a bigger rug, but I'm all about seeing that gorgeous new floor!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv1FE4WVaUsLjX_Q6kzf0k3PGV0i_Q5YrzfgY8l6-r8_iIl4pvkg0ANR9tGVAUmQCGPqlkq-dDFkM89Rm9ArP7RR9zYl46RLpmPhMk1lOLjAfs_8uaZ26Chotay0VArEDBNIyxxU2c_UE/s1600/Wesley+reading.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitIAOOcQSSc5K58p1nHWn0x_h9SFqpQJaAn3jbFaFZKJThbReamalofku4XcJ91Y42gf-RZym73jWFW4H5LHTXkr5fcxOKBk4DPXz6U1zvQeF5T5nVdIwNcZ-fE1hH2F9a3YnZJBvCFT0/s1600/wesley+smile.jpg" /></div><br />Best of all?! The little guy LOVES his new space!<br /><br /><br />Now I'll take you down the ladder and show you the nursery area:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLizF5v95-uAshoFCG38p4vT9fsXVjeaz9Bj6qR2tnThVHgMj9rGN1gznpwVMBV413heoagIDut8Eu5wStX0NtEza0C64_vxbpLqPO70zjnCndOPmD14SojX5bZEvDgNXxuXmCg1yUPT4/s1600/steps.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLlmG40l058M-UZ5YzzjKtKjM8Ju531mwfEIj8-VBEHpgJnDoN3P9mnhaev6ivxdvAxGAt-easvXfRHSZCJgKu3NgOQcv67KAYw_KytFcscbd90PG0xi37INPaHNxL09uiaw_p7L0Qh-E/s1600/mobile.jpg" /></div><br />The fabulous <a href="http://pottokprints.bigcartel.com/product/little-whales-roll" target="_blank">Little Whales</a> wallpaper from Pottok was the first thing we chose for the room and inspired the theme. Love doesn't cover what we feel for it! The aqua blue on the walls (<a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/sonomaskies" target="_blank">BM Sonoma Skies</a>) and the <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/nvfcvssxw" target="_blank">blue chevron rug</a> are supposed to give off a water vibe. The sailboat mobile from <a href="http://www.flensted-mobiles.com/?id=370&mid=140" target="_blank">Flensted</a> is another favorite!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlqneYGqiX0RjPfipcgqASwDKXGLrUOKjkH9QXRCHCSE5K1LN_xR5wgLlBeT9owUPvsTMZfeiN2VQIiMFzdU6DXpkt644U91JUtH-BsM1jJPJqocmD6vnVr7oNEUfCtWeQKaclHcrcZcc/s1600/nursery+copy.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcZwxjfje_EWVVV9fWmo9mX2RuHGt2GFHqEHOfuhX_k3BFP7YKe_nkqamwTaPrI_6JgwUzCyLZLyB5o961eKXL_aTtJqKciVRrwi5lwXlnA4Dlh7UwOjaIjYRmhnkQ_0hk_9rHf4pnRck/s1600/nikki.jpg" /></div><br />Isn't this chalkboard art amazing?! My uber-talented friend Nikki of <a href="http://www.lovelyscribbles.com/" target="_blank">Lovely Scribbles</a> made it for us after Wesley was born!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgARDC-g_A49dPIq_yFFRyyRZ7mUxXldzsHA1Z-jvU6_seVJWfFUfokQuQsB7y_84tNmtMCk2wc_VD60ojUbO5XVO4ng9O8LNhhPMeNZ1c6PUH9YNN0aXetODvAVWdhnVgi-lMHAhVwmxM/s1600/bird.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2kzYbd_H5fZTHKDi8cb2Algw6F2uT9XqVFPJFoLdD0x3MY-mWGC3SKH5YR0KfreD5TDJw7T9IYE_NJvSQhw45tLpa0yk9cxDjZ_48zU1Sqjwcg2UImkKqXHTiwNdCmKEpaxIC7B-ZGT4/s1600/photo.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheOEEbijDK8lSHB9ZmsjwMafkh98mdQaPEcS1gfPYlPWLQTzUiewnSgSO3VJ0K8XzzcNaSwGrnTdZzutY0iBE_aEPQdGgx05E4spRt0WvpOUIh6llgqRRx4CKRjR1yJO18B1VFtEXy0X0/s1600/sailboat.jpg" /></div><br />These little softie pillows are made from fabric by French artist Nadja Petremand...found them on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SeclusionCove" target="_blank">Etsy</a> (of course)! The <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/EvasFeathers" target="_blank">lantern</a> is another Etsy find...it used to be a kerosene lamp but was upcycled into an electric lantern–complete with a flicker flame bulb!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCrpXFAejQodE0DMSMbbNC_t0eHebJwObF4EgoyQUgwTfK9-B1IprmxMCn83Yw7GJJJrBOV4cvG8EG4XAkPYwyBBvsUzxMVOdUQHdXNZD-m84ejcEUp7l-K9H_Wnx8LfdsZgxsw_28Ywk/s1600/lantern.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgFSpg0z0HEMvZ58bFpYdPuzv48QjbsFDgyOlf385VS1f0-ZSziLJtvjzc1pDbRUWeC1uRz-kp-iItCTaL5KrggJJo6RoOeHzy-0GWpBfA5c2OcehIqGItk9IuKRtWghrduGmFXneY1r0/s1600/chair+pillows.jpg" /></div><br />What would we do without this comfy glider chair from <a href="http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.crateandbarrel.com%2F&pid=uid7764-88458-12" target="_blank">Crate and Barrel</a>?! Love the cute pillows too...pirate from <a href="http://rstyle.me/ad/mibxissxw" target="_blank">Land of Nod</a>, ikat one from the Etsy store <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PopOColor" target="_blank">Pop O' Color</a>–best fabric selection around!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDqwH1uSPJ1vLin8GrHjdjpFLqAOHH3ZveiTZNsjLFLd06zwN9xyG94W-pjbSh1vP-DuybEN6F7tLWlx1PSis8frG8LRZUvzGghjCqbU42zAd1rsRJN9FLi6PvrawA2nfOj-2oCrVBOOg/s1600/changing+table.jpg" /></div><br />The <a href="http://rstyle.me/~2ZhqU" target="_blank">whale artwork</a> is another Land of Nod find. If it's not already obvious, I love that store! We actually got the red pouf, changing pad cover, bedskirt and crib sheet there too. The changing table and crib were from <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/st5eissxw" target="_blank">Pottery Barn Kids</a>. And there's those <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/rcmu6ssxw" target="_blank">rope pulls</a> we put in a few weeks ago! Which reminds me, remember the newly-painted chalkboard closet and new knobs?? I'm <i>still</i> on the hunt for the perfect knobs. These little <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/r2vknssxw" target="_blank">turquoise ones</a> from Anthro will just have to do for now. (Although to all who mentioned Hobby Lobby, you weren't kidding...they recently opened up here in MN and I didn't even know! SO many great knobs there, totally worth the hour drive!) <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVVZ2WqIBrjbeCuaPRlZ4l3CCpRXEQm0ARKOt-tiAFegeMoPPl8No6dW2CA_DghGjAerCGQ3hX70mwbSN4Fha1XFBbzxnBB8jQYhNkg3J96UMk120VnGLaKsSQv81vOqvomDkwoaguND8/s1600/closet.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0KWCoPNvj4eeWA43a6LiGupQgimT7embG5Y0reHMMYsvxY_BB5f8bYIJ8Vgw2E1gfHHunMsOOMRaP7-UKp5O5jc26LON03nnPfi_BQ-bcDvFuvjUFNbfKVkbNLlf9HbGknC8L9-NNtf0/s1600/art.jpg" /></div><br />We finally got around to hanging some additional artwork too...a sailor boy I found at a flea market, a little <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QJXRXG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001QJXRXG&linkCode=as2&tag=everytturquo-20&linkId=MBKND2VJYRV5GVGZ" target="_blank">porthole mirror</a> and <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/st6dsssxw" target="_blank">Sugarboo artwork</a>. (<i><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI_GNu8jaSA" target="_blank">Life is Beautiful</a> </i>by Keb' Mo' is one of my favorite songs and I always sing it to Wesley when I'm rocking him to sleep.)<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPQVCQLF3yPPRzxCX6OayQXJm0pQKZ-Rlt0kizTfX-0guSIA4_FBRA1pFehX1Hm7yeDs1gZB9LB5NRqV7LWIbSUg0X17jhB7FRblMrI2zfsOn_VinZgIvwy9PNTXRrPinmL3ssWOejeZw/s1600/quilt.jpg" /></div><br />Isn't this whale quilt perfect for the space?! My step-mom made it for Wesley, obviously inspired by the nursery! <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKRuhYhXrR8lFM-ehcNYQ0ai5Q9VNcA4kAotGNDWTHjzVEjmUDK8pZ6XBBeLviYSBo6F-SzBU9lldrwPHYBlAcLtxUETDXJG79nTG06EFStbYJsqFsja9zj7J6aC5McNDirs8qtADpC08/s1600/from+door.jpg" /></div><br />Spot the cute <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005Q0JVA4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B005Q0JVA4&linkCode=as2&tag=everytturquo-20&linkId=Z7U7NJWWMYHUSMAS" target="_blank">whale night light</a>?<br /><br />The one thing you can't see in the photos is the view out the window. Which is why the chair is right where it is. And another reason we wanted a window in the loft!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikUknr9XJiPcqC5SuGUBt-iLAVxxp0IIc1l3jgJQh6Hy2mx6IwwWX2BLU4fAbO4O4z6Vk0OdBcrhKtFu2xljRApjC3c20oBoLrlK_e270atLY6PhxnEzWmowxfVWVzzud8kGRn72aYc5c/s1600/view.jpg" /></div><br />Definitely not a bad thing to look out at when rocking a little one! (P.S. Where did fall go??)<br /><br />Most importantly, Wesley loves being in his room and the cheery space definitely matches his personality! <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpxk42bI8csFq1oWHbmid_Y6fhMcSRLLGJQ1cx3zmsz8RdNdSG_ntQuOASk-vUJlDmJ5b_ImK_eIs9BAfcApUAwtU-34FnY919FyUGYn9Yi-fm3FyITfLYnJfukBSO_UTkeH-hC7S59RA/s1600/wesley.jpg" /></div><br />Check out those teeth! Cute drool-catching faux bois bandana from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SimplyStitchedbySara" target="_blank">Simply Stitched by Sara</a> on Etsy.<br /><br />So there you have it! This has been quite the challenge for me! I'm not a designer and am not used to decorating in a limited time frame...it blows my mind thinking of what some of the other participants are accomplishing! But it's all worth it and has been so fun! Thanks again to Linda of <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/" target="_blank">Calling it Home</a> for inviting me to participate, and to you guys for all of your ideas, support and enthusiasm! And thanks to <a href="http://rstyle.me/n/pmi9mssxw" target="_blank">Minted</a> and <a href="http://www.wayfair.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wayfair</a> for being sponsors too!<br /><br />Like I said, if you have any questions about the source of anything I didn't mention, just ask!<br /><br /><br />Now what I've been waiting patiently for, everyone's reveals!!! This is going to be amazing!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.abbyminteriorsblog.com/" target="_blank">Abby M. Interiors</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://becauseitsawesome.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Because It’s Awesome</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://christinedovey.com/blog/" target="_blank">Bijou & Boheme</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.chinoiseriechic.net/" target="_blank">Chinoiserie Chic</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://thedecorista.com/" target="_blank">The Decorista</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mydesignchic.com/" target="_blank">Design Chic</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://thedesigndaredevil.com/" target="_blank">The Design Daredevil</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mackenziehoran.com/" target="_blank">Design Darling</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://designindulgence.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Design Indulgence</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.designmanifest.com/blog/" target="_blank">Design Manifest</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://janabek.com/blog/" target="_blank">Jana Bek Design</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://jillsorensen.com/livelikeyou/" target="_blank">Jill Sorensen</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.maddiegdesigns.com/blog/" target="_blank">Maddie G. 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