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The New Kid in Town

by Lindsay Ballard on August 12, 2009 102 Comments

By now, you probably know that I spent six days repainting my son’s room last week. Six days. You must think I’m a terrible, terrible painter for it to take me six days to repaint a bedroom. I would totally think that about me, too.

You have also probably figured out that I was here in my house alone for all that time. My husband took our son for a week up to his family’s lake cabin in Minnesota. I don’t do cabins, cold weather, or creatures, so I decided to stay behind and work on a huge surprise for Zack. I didn’t want to advertise it on the Internet, because, well, people are crazy and I didn’t need some freaky person trying to break in while I was painting, drinking wine, and listening to Top 40 radio.

When I was finished with the room (exactly one hour before I had to leave to go pick up my boys from the airport, I might add), I calculated the hours it took me to pull off this transformation. The answer? Forty-eight. It took me a total of 48 hours to repaint the room. And no, it wasn’t because of the wine.

Here is the before picture so you can see where I started.


It was because I have a bad habit of taking a simple task and turning it into an extreme.

I decided to do something more dramatic than simply painting his four walls a color different than our builder’s beige. He’s a fun and highly energetic three year old, and his room needed to match his personality. I took the concept from his bedding collection (which is the Hit the Road collection found at Target) and just ran with it.


Target.com

Inspired by the lampshade in the collection, I transformed Zack’s room from builder’s brown to his very own town.

Zack is absolutely over the moon with his new room. He was so surprised when he walked in that all he could say was, “WOW” as his jaw hit the floor. He absolutely loves it, which makes all the hours and sore muscles totally worth it.

I probably spent about $150 total (well, and 48 hours of my life) on the transformation:

1. The paint is from Sherwin Williams (Resolute Blue, Gecko Green, and Storm Cloud) and went on the walls like a dream. I think I paid about $80 or so for paint (I bought the Duration line when it was on sale). It was my first time using Sherwin Williams paint, and I will definitely use it again.

2. I bought two LACK end tables ($7 each) from Ikea and turned them into a little table in the corner of his room.

3. The sunshine ceiling lamp ($20) replaced the builder’s mushroom light that was in his room; I cannot get over the terrific “rays” of light it casts on the ceiling. I just love it.

4. The flashing stoplight was about $18 at Walmart and is the perfect touch to complete his little town.

5. I was even able to find a spot for the two ugly $3 lamps I bought on clearance at Walmart a while back. I bought them for their shades, and I’m so glad to have found a place to put them. The green bases are an exact match to the green paint. I did have to buy two new shades ($4 each at Ikea) to replace the ones I “stole” from them originally!

There are still a few things I want to do in there — new window treatment, add a rug, and put knobs on his dresser and nightstand drawers — but I’m so pleased with the transformation! What do you think?

P.S. A huge THANK YOU goes out to my friend Kristi who kept me company this weekend and painted with me for a few hours. Kristi, as always, you rock! I appreciate you keeping me from carrying on the one-way conversations with my dogs. I was starting to get irritated with them for not talking back.

P.P.S. I’m also adding this to Kimba’s DIY Day Linky party over at A Soft Place to Land. This was a DIY challenge like none that I have ever experienced!

About Lindsay Ballard

Lindsay Ballard is a former college mascot turned political geek turned roller derby playing, DIY fanatic.

Lindsay chronicles her projects, design ideas, and lifestyle tips here at Makely, where she shares tutorials and inspiration. Her DIY designs are bold and graphic, while her spirit is fun and full of color.

Lindsay lives outside of Austin, Texas with her husband (Tom), children (Zack and Emma), and dogs (Duke and Jill). She plays roller derby for the Rockin' City Rollergirls out of Round Rock, Texas.

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Comments

  1. Empty Nest Full Life says

    August 12, 2009 at 9:30 pm

    I know he has gotta love that, and all the sweet love his mama put into it. What a fantastic job! Jackie

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  2. Martha says

    August 12, 2009 at 9:33 pm

    Oh My! How cute is that? You did an absolutely wonderful job. So, so cute. What a fortunate little guy Zack is to have a mommy like you. Wow!

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  3. Infarrantly Creative says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:16 pm

    Jaw dropped…words can't express the awesomeness Lindsay. You just rocked my world. Even my husband said "Wow that is cool." That is major for him to say…I LOVES IT!

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  4. Living With Lindsay says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:18 pm

    Lynn- That's where my little cleaning gnomes live!

    Just kidding – it's attic access. We have two of these "crawl" space access doors in our house. I thought it was totally weird when we bought the house, but now I love that I don't have to climb a ladder with boxes of Christmas decorations.

    Thanks everyone for the kind comments. It's nice to hear it after all that work. LOL

    Reply
  5. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:30 pm

    WOW!!! I hope his new room keeps him busy. I only wish we had a picture of his face when he saw his new room! So so cute. 🙂

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  6. Lydia says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:41 pm

    Oh Wow! I am sooo impressed and super inspired! I am totally infatuated with what you accomplished and wondering if I ever could pull off such a feat for my little man's room!

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  7. Sarah @ Thrifty Decor Chick says

    August 12, 2009 at 11:01 pm

    I would be dead on my back right now from exhaustion!! Love it and I bet he is in HEAVEN!! So incredibly fun!!

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  8. Courtney says

    August 13, 2009 at 12:16 am

    amazing! absolutely amazing! where did you find the sunshine fixture? the whole room is great!

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  9. Krys says

    August 13, 2009 at 12:17 am

    holy crapola Lindsay! This is amazing! *bows down*

    I'm amazed it only took 48 hours! It would have taken me that many weeks! You rock girl!

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  10. Mariah says

    August 12, 2009 at 9:52 pm

    Wow, what a transformation! I love the stoplight in the room, it's the perfect touch.

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  11. Caroline says

    August 12, 2009 at 9:54 pm

    aww…what a great room for a little boy. No wonder it took you so long!! That's a lot of work…your an awesome painter!

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  12. Gwen says

    August 12, 2009 at 9:55 pm

    Will you be my mom? That is the coolest boys room that I have ever seen. I thought that your headboard was neat, but you just, I don't know what to say….I agree with Zack, WOW!

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  13. Lynn says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:14 pm

    Wow! Impressive! And what is that adorable little door by his Lack tables?! IS TAHT HIS CLOSET?!!

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  14. Kendra@My Insanity says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:14 pm

    You did great!!! I'm sure he is in heaven! What little boy wouldn't be? I love how you incorporated the stoplight into the mural! Now I just need someone to take my children away so I can do their rooms. Sounds like a fun, exhausting challenge!

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  15. Tonya says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:22 pm

    Are you freaking kidding me!!! That's amazing!!!! My son would never, ever leave a room like that! You're now the coolest mom on the block and I'm jealous! 😉

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  16. Heather says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:37 pm

    That is FREAKIN" AWESOME!!!! Whoohoo you son must be so happy – so excited for you that all that hard work paid off. This room makes me so happy and I'm just looking at a picture.

    Reply
  17. Annette says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:37 pm

    Wow! That room is awesome. I bet his reaction was priceless.

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  18. Just Beachy says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:40 pm

    You are my hero , what a lucky boy , he will remember this room forever .
    Well done.

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  19. Heidi says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:41 pm

    A-mazing! You did a WONDERFUL job!

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  20. Funky Junk Interiors says

    August 13, 2009 at 3:44 am

    Oh my gosh.

    You realize we totally need a how-to on how you did the walls, right?!? Pretty please!

    LOVE this!

    And that headboard! You must have a how-to on that somewhere. I must dig.

    Donna

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  21. Suzan says

    August 13, 2009 at 3:53 am

    Wow! Years and years from now when your son is all grown up, he will remember and tell his friends about the room his Mom created for him. Just amazing!!

    Reply
  22. sarah says

    August 12, 2009 at 10:55 pm

    WOWZERS!! That is sooo cool!

    Reply
  23. A Home in Progress says

    August 12, 2009 at 11:29 pm

    I can't imagine a room more perfect for a 3 year old boy!!!!!!! It's amazing!

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  24. Missy in Texas says

    August 12, 2009 at 11:45 pm

    What a cute room. You did a great job. I would never have the patience to do a project this involved.

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  25. Julie says

    August 13, 2009 at 12:42 am

    absolutely amazing, do you hire yourself out? =)
    I think you should win!!!

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  26. Kelly B says

    August 13, 2009 at 5:43 am

    What a wonderful room. It is sure to encourage his imagination. A very lucky boy. I have to do over my boys' room too, but there are three in there ranging from 11 months to 9 years. They are stuck until I finally move, and in this economy I am not in a hurry…. that is a wonderfully creative room!! 🙂

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  27. Missie Krissie says

    August 13, 2009 at 1:55 am

    Holy Moly!! No wonder it took so long!! That's fantastic! I have a son the same age and I just know he'd love it! Congrats on such a great job!!

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  28. Emily@remodelingthislife says

    August 13, 2009 at 7:28 am

    O.M.G.

    It's amazing.

    Absolutely amazing. You are the queen of DIY.

    Oh and Resolute Blue is my kitchen wall color now – after I got hubby to paint over the no good very bad painter's choice yellow.

    Reply
  29. Jennifer Juniper says

    August 13, 2009 at 7:41 am

    This is like stepping into the pages of a story book! It turned out fantastic and I love how you incorporated the entire wall into the design with the blue and green. This rocks!

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  30. Amy {The Red Chair Blog} says

    August 13, 2009 at 8:14 am

    Wow. WOW. WOOOOOW!!! So impressive! Do you have any idea how many little boys are going to be knocking down your door to come over and play in your son's cool new room?!! Awesome!

    Reply
  31. Sarah says

    August 13, 2009 at 8:47 am

    Lindsay! That is so great! We have been looking online for inspiration to do Coop's room in a "transportation" theme and all I can find is that darn cars movie stuff! Thanks for the inspiration to do it myself.

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  32. Tina says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:04 am

    Ho. Lee. Cow. That is INCREDIBLE! Seriously, I'm impressed that you completed it with only 48 hours of work. It's gorgeous…

    And thanks so so so much for your advice on my blog. I definitely agree with you. It helped me a lot to read what you had to say. Thank you again!!

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  33. 3XMom says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:10 am

    wow! That is awesome. I am starting to work (in my head) on the redesign for my girls' room. Hope to do it later this month. This definately inspires me! Thanks!

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  34. L. Duncan says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:12 am

    My boys have the same bedding! I feel like a slacker now! I don't think that I can do this, but it would be great for my 3 boys. You did a terrific job. I keep looking at these pictures over and over! As much as I want my boys to see this, I can't because the pressure would be on for me! Please show how you did the mural. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!

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  35. Songbirdtiff says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:16 am

    This. IS. Awesome.

    Your little boy is very fortunate to have a mom like you. 🙂

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  36. TheEckLife says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:17 am

    wow-za!! amazing! you got some paint skilz girl! way to go!

    Amanda

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  37. Lindy says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:22 am

    So seriously, you win "Mother of the Year". My jaw dropped along with Zack's! That is every child's dream room! Lindsay, you could seriously go into business!!!!

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  38. L. Duncan says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:47 am

    One question: What paints did you use for the cars and the trees and the landscape?

    http://www.home23duncanboys.blogspot.com

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  39. Bonnie says

    August 13, 2009 at 5:39 am

    Are you kidding me?!!! This is incredible! I have trouble painting a room one color. I HAVE to get me some wine…

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  40. Debbie says

    August 13, 2009 at 10:45 am

    LOOKS GREAT!! What a lucky guy!! ;0) It's such a fun room, I especially love the (sun) light fixture, so cool! ;0) Great job!

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  41. L. Duncan says

    August 13, 2009 at 11:40 am

    I just let my boys see the room and my 3 year old said this "Oh MY GOODNESS" it was a little dramatic! I can't stop looking at this room. And thanks for the quick response I rarely get one from other bloggers! Please don't be a stranger to my blog.

    http://www.home23duncanboys.blogspot.com

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  42. Sheri says

    August 13, 2009 at 7:17 am

    OH MY WORD!! THAT IS SO STINKIN' ADORABLE! I'm sorry I yelled that, but that's what I did here! WOW!

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  43. ursula says

    August 13, 2009 at 12:27 pm

    where, oh where, did you get that sun lamp? love it! the whole room is fantastic!

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  44. knittingknirvana says

    August 13, 2009 at 8:09 am

    Oh my goodness!!! This is amazing!!! My 20 month old is very into cars and buses right now and I keep dreaming about what his "big boy bedroom" will look like. Zack's room is truly a dream come true for any little boy! What a lucky, lucky little boy he is!!!

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  45. jaime says

    August 13, 2009 at 8:32 am

    Great job! I love the light fixture too!

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  46. Britt says

    August 13, 2009 at 8:51 am

    What a good mom you are! I bet it was so much fun to watch his face when he saw his new room for the first time! Great job!

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  47. Dawn says

    August 13, 2009 at 8:56 am

    WOW! That is amazing and looks wonderful. You did an awesome job!!

    Reply
  48. Kathy C. says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:07 am

    That is absolutely fantastic! I love the sunshine light….and the painting – wow! 🙂

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  49. thegypsymama says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:11 am

    Oh man, I now officially feel like the worst decorator mom ever! Wowzers – did you seriously, like, make up all those designs yourself from scratch or did you have some kind of stencil assistance?

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  50. Randi says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:16 am

    That is absolutely fantastic … what an amazing room!

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  51. Sarah says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:24 am

    WOW!
    Amazing! We have those wall stickers from the same Target collection all around the room in my son's room. I haven't taken the plunge into the whole set yet.
    I bet your son loves that room, it is so cool!

    Reply
  52. The Cherry Family says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:52 am

    Oh my gosh that room is AMAZING!!

    Reply
  53. Rachel says

    August 13, 2009 at 10:01 am

    What an awesome mom you are!! That looks amazing!

    Reply
  54. GeraldineMander says

    August 13, 2009 at 3:27 pm

    This is so adorable!!!!

    Reply
  55. Lisalulu says

    August 13, 2009 at 10:30 am

    YOUR ARE SOME PAINTER. pretty cool,and 48 hours is a great time for preping and drawing and painting and not just up and down painting, you painted a town! your could start a business.

    Reply
  56. Kimm at Reinvented says

    August 13, 2009 at 3:54 pm

    Holy cow, Lindsay that is FANTASTIC!!! I am continually in awe of you, girl.

    Reply
  57. Kim says

    August 13, 2009 at 5:04 pm

    OMG, that is amazing. You did a AWESOME job.

    Reply
  58. Maggie says

    August 13, 2009 at 12:26 pm

    What a wonderful room. We love the Duration paint from Sherwin Williams as well, we've had it throughout most of our house for 4 years and it holds up wonderfully and cleans beautifully too.

    Reply
  59. Journey of the George's says

    August 13, 2009 at 12:51 pm

    That is a fantastic room! I am so impressed!

    Reply
  60. ani @ kindness on her tongue says

    August 13, 2009 at 2:50 pm

    that's AMAZING!

    Reply
  61. Craig, Blair and Turbo Skousen says

    August 13, 2009 at 2:54 pm

    HOLY COW. I despise painting because I have to tape stright lines. I need to stop complaining! You did a great job!

    Reply
  62. Linds@ THAT'S SO CUEGLY says

    August 13, 2009 at 4:10 pm

    SERIOUS? Yes I think you are. That's an amazing room!

    HEY, I passed the SHARE YOUR FLAIR AWARD to you! CONGRATS! Love your Blog! Post about your award and then award 3 other blogs you think SHARE THEIR FLAIR WORTHILY!

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  63. Carolyn says

    August 13, 2009 at 9:56 pm

    Wow, that is a great room. I'd say it was definitely worth all your work. Great job!

    Reply
  64. kelly says

    August 13, 2009 at 5:02 pm

    amazing! incredible job. i bet he is thrilled!

    Reply
  65. Melissa @ The Inspired Room says

    August 13, 2009 at 10:30 pm

    Wow, you went all out on that room! I can see why your son loves it. It is adorable!!

    Reply
  66. Embellished Bayou says

    August 13, 2009 at 11:06 pm

    OMG, girl, you did a fabulous job! People would pay a lot of money for something like that!

    Reply
  67. Bubba says

    August 13, 2009 at 7:39 pm

    WOW! WOW! WOW! Great job!

    Reply
  68. Beth@The Stories of A to Z says

    August 13, 2009 at 7:48 pm

    I have two little boys and they wold be over-the-moon to have a room like this! You should be proud of yourself momma :). Nicely done.

    Reply
  69. Scarlet says

    August 13, 2009 at 7:56 pm

    Can you come to my house?

    I don't need a little boy's magical transformation, but I sure could use your creativity.

    Reply
  70. Centsational Girl says

    August 14, 2009 at 1:04 am

    Love love love. I'm sure Zack is thrilled ! As long as the client's happy – the designer's happy. Well done !

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  71. Just say Julie says

    August 13, 2009 at 8:27 pm

    That is fantastic! Seriously, I thought I was doing good to get the hubs to paint the walls a solid color- I don't think I could get him to assist on a project like this though! Absolutely fabulous job!

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  72. Traci says

    August 14, 2009 at 7:47 am

    Wow! I am speachless!!! That is just amazing!!!

    Reply
  73. Sue @ Laundry for Six says

    August 14, 2009 at 8:58 am

    OH! MY! GOSH! That is the coolest room ever. I was thinking 48 hrs. was kind of a long time. Now I'm amazed that you could make THAT in just 48 hours.

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  74. Vone says

    August 14, 2009 at 1:44 pm

    Love the room. I think large scale murals are so much fun. I did a Curious George inspired jungle room from my baby – http://howtodosomething.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-to-decorate-nursery.html

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  75. Ruth says

    August 14, 2009 at 2:35 pm

    What an absolutely amazing job. I am sure your son is head over heels in love with this amazing room. What a special treat for him to come home to.

    Ruth

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  76. Pamela says

    August 14, 2009 at 8:39 pm

    Wow! You go girl! Can I get ya to come do my boys room! HA! I am thinking dino prints.

    Reply
  77. Becky says

    August 14, 2009 at 3:59 pm

    I fell in love with your bed when you did it a couple of weeks ago. And now … oh MY goodness it is so amazing. I just absolutely love it. I can't imagine every painting over something like that. You'll just have to keep having little baby boys to enjoy it 🙂

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  78. Brooke says

    August 14, 2009 at 10:13 pm

    That looks awesome. I'm pretty sure you win mom of the year for this one. I don't think I have the patience…..

    Reply
  79. Denise says

    August 15, 2009 at 6:57 am

    WOWZIE! What an absolutely awesome room! Thanks so much for sharing it…sort of wishing my boy was back at an age I could do something like this:) (he is 14). I am headed to his room today while he is gone and do some 'shoveling out".
    I am glad I found your blog!
    Dancingly, Denise
    watch me as I scrapbook, decluteer and knit my way through 2009 at
    http://www.dancinglydenise.typepad.com

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  80. MJ says

    August 15, 2009 at 11:50 am

    So cute! I love the table! I have walked by those tables in Ikea a hundred times but never thought of putting them together to make a children's table. Did you "attach" them somehow or just put them side by side? Thanks! 🙂

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  81. Christina says

    August 15, 2009 at 12:30 pm

    If that is not a little boys dream room, I don't know what it. How fantastic. You did a wonderful job.

    Reply
  82. Richella says

    August 15, 2009 at 9:47 am

    LIndsay, this tops them all. I mean, really–you have outdone even your wonderful self this time. What a smile it must bring to your heart to look into that room and see Zack loving it! Congratulations on a FANTASTIC job.

    Reply
  83. Misti of Studio M Designs says

    August 15, 2009 at 10:41 am

    You are a machine! That room is super duper fabulous! I am so ready to redo all of my boy's rooms. They are growing so fast! I know you are proud of yourself. Big pats on the back and some major high-fives to you, woman!

    ~Misti

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  84. Beki - TheRustedChain says

    August 15, 2009 at 3:44 pm

    Holy cow Lindsay! That is impressive!!

    Reply
  85. Susie Q says

    August 15, 2009 at 10:57 pm

    Absolutely amazing. Puts anything that I have ever done to shame….hanging head….I have several walls to paint over the next few days…we'll see how that goes as I am out of wine!

    Reply
  86. Simply Delightful says

    August 15, 2009 at 10:30 pm

    Wow, that turned out great! That little boy must think he is in paradise.

    Reply
  87. jskell911 says

    August 15, 2009 at 10:57 pm

    That is absolutely amazing! I wish I had just a teeny fraction of your talent. Wonderful!

    Reply
  88. Its So Very Cheri says

    August 16, 2009 at 9:26 am

    I hope you will come over to the Knock Off Knock Out party at my blog tomorrow to show off your masterpiece knock off from a pillow case.

    Cheri

    Reply
  89. RootsAndWingsCo says

    August 16, 2009 at 11:03 am

    You are amazingly talented! Your son is fortunate to have you as his mother. This is just the cutest thing. Awesome, awesome, awesome!!

    Anjeanette

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  90. Molly says

    August 16, 2009 at 2:08 pm

    Love your blog, love your creativity, CRAZY about this room! It's incredible! Well done 🙂 I just got the new IKEA catelog in the mail and saw this rug – it instantly made me think of this room. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/70162598
    Great job, Lindsay!

    Reply
  91. MelanyTN says

    August 16, 2009 at 2:16 pm

    LOVE. LOVE. LOVE. You are amazing. And what a lucky boy you have!

    Reply
  92. Our Hummus Is Homemade. says

    August 17, 2009 at 2:39 am

    Lindsay,

    Wanted to stop by and say hi… and to say thank you for… well… 😉

    The transformation of your sons bedroom walls is extraordinary! The time and imagination… well… rocks. I love home decor and am so thankful you shared your blog link. I'll be lurking for sure!

    -Krista

    Reply
  93. Kelsi says

    August 19, 2009 at 11:30 am

    wow. my son would extremely jealous. he has the bedding (although i was dumb and bought the comforter. big mistake…. it now has a hole in from the washing machine! HOW do they expect a mom to be able to potty train with a comforter that doesn't survive one wash!? lol.) you really did create a little town for him! i bet he was overwhelmingly excited about it!

    Reply
  94. Anny says

    August 21, 2009 at 9:30 am

    My goodness, what a lucky little boy!

    Reply
  95. C. Beth says

    August 23, 2009 at 9:43 pm

    That is ADORABLE, Lindsey! So cute!

    Reply
  96. Drew says

    August 30, 2009 at 12:12 pm

    well no wonder it took you 48 hours…it looks AMAZING!!! you did an awesome job!! I am so jealous…i wish i had your talent!!

    Reply
  97. Cynnamama's Cafe says

    September 6, 2009 at 9:30 pm

    You are an amazing, creative artist with only 48 hours to do this alone! You do better than the designers on Trading Spaces… just kidding!
    It is darling and I bet your son couldn't sleep that night, for he must have been pinching and thinking to himself, is this really my room?!
    Excellent job, mom!

    http://cynnamamascafe.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  98. Anonymous says

    September 29, 2009 at 6:07 am

    I love, love what you did with the room it's beautiful. yes you are amazing. I'm new to your blog and I'm enjoying it very much, thanks Lindsay for your inspiration, you're wonderful.:)

    Reply
  99. Venessa says

    January 16, 2010 at 2:20 pm

    I am truly inspired. I am trying to figure out what to do for my son's new bedroom, and I love what you have done. Did you free hand the mural?

    Reply
  100. Katie says

    June 21, 2010 at 12:01 pm

    I love the sun Light!!!

    Reply
  101. Kathy says

    June 21, 2010 at 12:11 pm

    I loved this when I saw you post it last year, and looking at it again still just makes me so happy. I really can’t imagine a space that could be more fun for a little boy. What a joy of a room! : )

    Reply
  102. Sarah says

    July 30, 2010 at 9:57 pm

    The room is very cute and you can just feel the energy from the murals (very nice job!), but what plans to you have for his room as he grows?

    Reply

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About Makely

Lindsay Ballard is a former college mascot turned political geek turned roller derby playing, DIY fanatic.

Lindsay chronicles her projects, design ideas, and lifestyle tips here at Makely, where she shares tutorials and inspiration. Her DIY designs are bold and graphic, while her spirit is fun and full of color.

Lindsay lives outside of Austin, Texas with her husband (Tom), children (Zack and Emma), and dogs (Duke and Jill). She plays roller derby for the Rockin' City Rollergirls out of Round Rock, Texas.


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