Small Budget Bathroom Flip

I always seem to neglect bathrooms when it come to decorating. I guess I've been spoiled in the past by having homes where the bathrooms were "move in ready" - being in decent shape with a shower curtain rod, a mirror etc. 

 

This bathroom... not so much. I didn't take enough before pictures to justify the flip, but with a budget of around 40 dollars it's looking pretty clean! Since budgets always vary based on what I have on hand, I've included those details too in case it helps.

 

On Hand -

White Paint,

Shower Curtain (Giant Tiger),

Drywall & materials for patching (Kent),

Ugly Shelf (Painted it white an gave it a coat of wax),

Plant (Winners)

Towel Rod (Kent)

 

Caulking - $8

Waterproof Bathroom Paint - $7

Mirror - $20 (Winners)

Shelf - Free! Just needed some white paint and wax :)

 

So many holes in the walls that needed to be patched,  including one life sized one...

 



Before and After 

Cleaning up the caulking around the tub and toilet makes everything feel 100x cleaner.

 

 

This wall needs a picture now but anything is better than chipped paint and holes!!

 

 

 

I was worried the paint color would be a little too dark. It was the last bathroom paint from Habitat for Humanity, but with all the white it works.. I think. Thanks again Habitat!

Changing Table DIY

Just some before and after pictures of an old antique dresser-gone-baby changing table.

A-baby has a new room so I was inspired to share some pics [don't mind that the baseboards arn't down yet - brand spakin new floors :)]

 

 

 

The changing pad with secure strap is from Wal Mart. If I remember correctly it was around $25 regular price.

 

 

 

The baskets are really helpful for when I only have one available hand ;). I have fond memories of being ultra pregnant and ripping through the aisles of Michael's - looking for baskets with an accessible handle and measuring them all for size.

 

 

Not only was it lots of money saved, but we can use it as a dresser later! :)

 

The Breast Hoodie Ever & Some Contreversy to Match

Super model Nicole Trunfio looks effortless on the cover of Elle Australia. The June issue featured a spread of beautiful, intimate photos that are sure to tug at anybody's heart strings... Anybody that has come to terms with what it means to be a mother.

In a world filled with ignorance - babies are our best chance for change. They don't understand all the unnatural concepts that have been embedded into our world. The first thing The only thing they understand in the beginning - is the comfort of their mothers. For me these photos represent that beautiful fresh start offered to the world and I Love Nicole for doing this photoshoot... and I would love to think that when this was all taking place she was thinking NO BIG DEAL.

I'm slowly leading into the fact that the feminist in me is disappointed with Elle magazine.. because this version of the issue is exclusive to Elle's subscribers.

 

 

This version is the one that made it to the stands.. Beautiful but confusing as hell.

I'm sure lots of conversations were had in the makings of this cover and I find it hard to believe that in a room full of people publishing a women's magazine someone didn't pipe up and refuse to let this be a controversial topic.

 

Just put it on the cover so that when some idiot expresses their ignorance, someone from a nearby breastfeeding mafia can confidently express theirs knowing they are more accepted than the opposed. IT'S NO BIG DEAL!! Don't protect the feelings of the ignorant, protect the feelings of mothers who are new, learning and doing the best possible to nurture their child.

Angelina Jolie on the cover of W magazine 2008

 It can be confusing being a woman or bringing up a daughter in a world that send the message that this isn't appropriate for news stands or grocery aisles. Sexualizing a woman's body has become more acceptable than embracing it's natural capabilities. It's opportunities like this that normalize breastfeeding and need to be recognized and seized by companies targeted towards women. Elle... you dropped the ball!

Bratt Pitt's personal photos of Angelina Jolie nursing featured in a 2008 issue of W magazine.

 

To put a more positive spin on the topic..

For Valentine's Day this year I received something a little more suitable for my new life style from a local boutique for nursing and pregnant mothers. I remember everygift this man has ever given me - he sure knows how to make them memorable. 

This winter entailed of lots of time consuming, hands on work (not to mention shovelling). Trying to juggle it all with the man of the house working away can be ridiculous at times  but it's really been an amazing experience that has shown me how freaking cool our baby really is - happy to take part in anything... So easy going.  Sighhhhh... With that being said this "easy access" hoodie makes an active mommy's life in Snowva Scotia a little easier and every little bit counts. It got lots of wear the last 2 months...

He knows what he's doing :) 

The Boob-B warmer hoodie.

Anyway! We were at the post office when I first found this adorable little shop for the nursing and pregnant - Hazelnut and Rose. As soon as I walk in I'm drawn to a big blown up image of her two little girls, the hormonal mess I am, I instantly choke up lol. The owner is sweet as pie and after talking to her I learn the name of the store is inspired by the names of her girls and that does it for me - Love this little shop. It's the best quality and most innovative maternity / breast feeding ware I've seen.. and I left with a full heart! Visit her website here

Victoria's Secret model Doutzen Kroes and her family in the 2014 August issue of Vogue Netherlands

Wish I would have known this boutique was around when I was pregnant! Maybe I wouldn't have been rolling around in maxi dresses and leggings all the time. She also hosts events for those new Moms looking to get out of the house and gain some new perspectives :).

Olivia Wilde nursing her son for a spread in Glamour Magazine, September 2014

This small business is contributing to the movement of normalizing breast feeding in big ways! It's simple things like finding a hoodie I can whip my boob out of that make breast feeding NO BIG DEAL!

as always, thank you for reading!!