Monday, February 16, 2009

a peek at her room


I got so much done today! Just look how sweet it is all looking...
Inspired by a picture in the Pottery Barn Kids Book I made this fun ribbon chandelier. I put it in front of the window (and under the vent) so that it will dance in the air. I imagine that she'll love twirling underneath it. It was so easy to make. I took a wire wreath form and tied all sorts of ribbons on (most from my scrap ribbon bin) I'll show you tomorrow how I hung it from the ceiling.

For the border, I cut half circles out of scrapbook paper and ran them through my Xyron sticker maker. The scallops were cut and up there in under two hours. I sorted them by color and then repeated them in order (blue, green, pink) all the way around the room.
I think I'll put party hats on all the bird finials around the bed. Won't that be fun? Of course, Miss Pink will probably pluck them off. Maybe I'll just place them on instead of gluing.

I found this quilt at HomeGoods today. I really love the stripes.

What do you think? Isn't it looking sweet?

57 comments:

Seitvonzu said...

it's looking absolutely sweet :) how fun! :)

Peggy said...

It's beautiful...she is going to love it!
You are a super woman I don't know how you got so much done in one day!!!
Conserve that energy your gonna need it when the kids get there to stay!
Peggy

Sara said...

What a perfect pink room! Love it! I was wondering where the beautiful bird finials are from? Did I miss that post? I'm sure many happy memories will be made in your house - you have made it so bright and cheerful, and so very full of love for these little ones!
Sara :)

Jess said...

Oh, what a darling room! I love the scrapbook paper scallops--what a fantastic idea!! I'm so excited for you--what fun you will have!

Saucy said...

It is looking very sweet indeed but you should go ahead and glue the party hats onto the birds, Miss Pinky will be less apt to pluck them off and while you're at it you could just make a matching hat for her to wear too!

cupcake studio said...

Wow...absolutely perfectly pink! Sure to inspire sweet dreams.

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Anonymous said...

It's perfect!! She will love it. I love that quilt too! I must get that PBKids book! I'm happy that you are so happy!

(Sometimes!) Serendipitous Girl said...

It's adorable! Is it bad that I want to twirl under the ribbon chandelier?

Anonymous said...

Just darling! So much fun sharing in your delight.

Jennifer W. said...

She's going to feel so welcomed and loved!

Shelley Noble said...

Sheer heaven! Your love comes through it all.

agordon said...

Beautiful!! She is going to LOVE it. I will admit being hopelessly decoratingly challenged I shamelessly attempt to copy some of your ideas. Hope you don't mind lol

fluffystella said...

The room is just adorable. Miss Pinkie will love it! I am so excited for you.

My dream is to someday have my own little room and I would SO want my own ribbon chandelier.

Best of luck with the 3 little ones. My advice is to put them on a dependable schedule at first. I think it will make them feel very safe always knowing what will happen next.

Enjoy!

Wendy said...

Completely darling! I love it all!!!! Wherever did you find that charming bed?

Anonymous said...

I love it & can't wait to see the party hats too! What a beautiful room - nesting for your 3 baby birds is exciting for us to watch too!
Kristin

Laura Zarrin said...

Beautiful!!! Her room is definitely full of love. I really want that bed for myself! Does it come in queen size? I created an illo inspired by a friend's daughter who had an entirely pink room. You can see it here http://tinyurl.com/bzhlx9

I can't wait to see what you're up to with the boys' room.

Dede Warren said...

Such a sweet room for a little, pink princess!

SusannaT said...

Such a sweet room...
Bird finials..swoon.. :D

Jeanne said...

Gorgeous

Dawn said...

It's just perfect, Amy...
I am in awe of your big heart!
What a blessing!
xo

Anonymous said...

It is definitely sweet!! I know my 2 girls would be in heaven!! Blessings and hugs!!

Anonymous said...

Dreamy and just perfect! Your magic hands and heart have created a darling, warm, and safe place for your new girl. Sweet dreams to little Pink!

Anonymous said...

It's a girl's dream room! What a charming place to be! Mary Sue

Anonymous said...

I Love it!! Maggie can not wait to met her new cousins. Everyday she finds more things for Miss Pinky. Love ya Jennifer

angie said...

it is absolutely delightful! you have such great ideas:)

Rabbit Hill Creations said...

Every little girls dream...a pink magical room...love it!

Teacuppy said...

I think she will DANCE and it makes my heart dance with you!

Teri said...

It's adorable. I just know she will love it. Heck, I wanna move in!!!

Anonymous said...

This is so incredibly sweet.

You are a good woman. :)

Anne said...

She's a lucky little girl to have that room. It looks like a beautiful bowl full of candy!!!

Holly Mathis Interiors said...

What a lucky lucky girl..you are so so good..tell us about the scallops..and you lucked out on the quilt..very cute!

Michelle said...

Oh, that little girl is going to feel so loved! It is beautiful!

Anonymous said...

These children are so blessed to get to come into your home...

Sonya --Dime Store Thrift said...

Oh she is going to love that! I am so happy for all 5 of you and am praying for FOREVER for you all.
Hugs, Sonya

Unknown said...

Double-stick tape for the hats! FUN!

Anonymous said...

More on the chandelier when you have a chance, please. Kris

Anonymous said...

This is the prettiest little girls room I think I've ever seen, and inspired me to do something as magical for my little one! LOVE the bird finials on the bed, LOVE the doll house/bookcase, LOVE the scallops, LOVE everything! Well done!! Tracey

Linda Jo said...

It is pure MAGIC! I love it. You are so incredibly wonderful! I, too, want a ribbon chandelier....

Noël said...

This room is just beautiful!!! It makes me giddy! I can't wait to see more.

Diane said...

Bless you and your husband! Opening your home with such delight and love for these children is wonderful! What a fun and whimsical home and life you enjoy and share...D

Gina said...

It looks like a confection! What a lucky little girl (and I'm sure the boys' room will be equally charming, but in a not-pink kind of way). These children are so fortunate to be coming to a home where they will be so cherished! I know you are going to be great parents.

Anonymous said...

That is such a perfect room - the quilt, the scallops and especially that ribbon chandelier. I think she will love it all.

Jeanne Oliver said...

It is really coming together beautifully! Love the ribbon chandelier.

Anonymous said...

Hello,

What a "SPECIAL" room. Nothing radiates love and care, more than a space that is created with the consideration of the life that will live there. Sending you prayers!

Relyn Lawson said...

I found my way here following all the linky love. (Hula 70. Maybe?) Anyway, I am so glad to be here and wanted to say, "Hello, friend." Your daughter's room is amazing, happy making, and fantastically wonderful. These pictures make me want to wake up my own seven year old and say, "Come see. Come see!" Thanks for all the inspiration.

deb said...

YES! It's darling.. as I knew it would be. I'd love to see how you hung the ribbon chandelier.

Cathy ~ Tadpoles and Teacups said...

Amy,
You continue to inspire!! Little Pinky is sure to feel loved.

Anonymous said...

What a delightful room! And a delightful blog!!

Jennifer Paganelli said...

that's beautiful Amy!

Anonymous said...

I'VE BEEN AWAY FROM BLOGGING FOR A FEW DAYS AND THE FIRST THING I WANT TO DO IS HURRY TO YOUR BLOG AND SEE WHAT IS HAPPENING AROUND YOUR PLACE..LOVE THAT YOU ARE INCLUDING US IN YOUR MAKEOVER FOR THOSE BABIES..EVERYTHING IS JUST PERFECT FOR MISS PINKY..YOU HAVE SUCH A BIG AND GENEROUS HEART.VAL

Jenny Holiday & Aaron said...

Magical!!!! Truly!!! Such a sweet world these lil dolls will have!!!

LOVE to you!!!!
xoxo Jenny..and Aaron

Unknown said...

Fabulously pink, I love it.

Genevieve Gail said...

This is so adorable! I love those bird finials- do you mind sharing where you found them? Love your blog, thanks for the inspiration!

Hena Tayeb said...

the room is adorable, the ribbon chandelier is inspired, the detail near the ceiling a great touch and the quilt is so fun and colorful

Journal Swag said...

You are absolutely amazing. These little ones will be so blessed to have you. I know you still miss the little guy. I'm praying for that missing part too for you.

Mapiurka said...

So lovely!
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Thank you!