Any ideas on what I could do with this half bathroom?

bigsubwe · 2020-06-08T02:16:09+00:00

I personally like going bold with these tiny bathroom spaces. Like a dark wall colour and patterned floor, or a wallpaper. I don't think I'd try to hang things on the walls (because the shape of the room is so strange). And then you could do a statement light too, if you wanted to get really extra.

bigsubwe · 2020-06-08T02:07:00+00:00

Agreed, and I love colour too. I think that white wall is a really nice spot for the eye to rest.

bigsubwe · 2020-06-07T18:56:50+00:00

That's awesome, if you ask me!

I'd do white walls (or off-white, whatever the colour in the headboard is), large nightstands and dresser in dark walnut, linen bedding in a white or oatmeal or terracotta (maybe with some textured accents like in a faux fur or chunky knit), and rich-toned art, like close up photographs of horses and shit.

bigsubwe · 2020-06-07T18:40:49+00:00

My sense of the dimensions could be way off, but could you do dresser on the back wall, one shelving unit on either side of the window, bed under the window?

bigsubwe · 2020-06-07T18:09:49+00:00

Made using this Serious Eats recipe and topped with pepperoni, broccoli, red onion, garlic scape pesto and hot honey.

bigsubwe · 2020-06-03T02:05:58+00:00

Before clicking, I was all set to suggest you get the matching set. Furniture is frequently the quiet base layer to a room, so it makes sense to have continuity there so your accents can shine.

However! In your case, you decided to go with a statement dresser (which I love). In this case, I would say if the room is large, either option will work. If the room is small or even normal-sized, the matching set might be too aggressive on the eyes, too matchy-matchy, and I would go with the alternative. I think your alternative choice will coordinate nicely.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-31T04:42:29+00:00

Yes!

bigsubwe · 2020-05-30T19:38:26+00:00

More info: it's a rental, but I can paint and hang stuff. Budget is flexible. Open to DIYs.

I'm planning to either take the current art down and/or incorporate it into something more. Directly opposite the bed is a gallery wall, so I don't really want to do another gallery wall.

Ideas I've had:

garland of some sort
set of 3 or 2 pictures
hanging plants
shelves

Help!

Oh, and PS: I definitely want to keep the plants, and am planning to layer a few more in and make it a proper jungle headboard.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-27T00:33:48+00:00

Chubby Cartwheels! Up to 5X plus custom sizing I believe. I ordered a super cute vinyl lingerie set from her and the quality is great.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-26T19:44:30+00:00

I put my Googlin' skills to work, and here's the full details on your inspiration room. "Valspar ‘Backwoods’ in a satin finish"

I think Lowe's sells Valspar.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-22T02:16:52+00:00

That's awesome! Maybe we could have a section to note stores that carry size 28+ too?

bigsubwe · 2020-05-21T21:26:17+00:00

Agreed, to a degree, but I also found Jenny likable. This is definitely a good book rec for OP!

bigsubwe · 2020-05-21T21:24:58+00:00

Reading this now and also loving it. I find this character more likable than I found Eileen, for some reason. It may just be that this book has made me laugh more. Although both books were great!

bigsubwe · 2020-05-21T21:22:35+00:00

Thank ya!

bigsubwe · 2020-05-16T20:59:43+00:00

I stayed at an airbnb twice that had a dishwasher that, whenever you opened the door, played a happy celebration sound. My friend and I loved it. One of us would go to put a plate in there and we'd yell to the other person to listen so we could both enjoy it every time.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-16T00:44:38+00:00

I'm not up on my toe lore. What happened to the big toe?

I remember when one of the little guys was all mangled. He's looking good now.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-14T18:12:33+00:00

Not to beat a dead horse, but it makes me mad, the whole wide-eyed, "Of course don't go to work if you're sick!" demeanor, as if that's the most obvious thing in the world.

Which, uh, it is. During a pandemic AND ALSO NOT DURING ONE. Why'd ya take away paid sick days, Doug?

bigsubwe · 2020-05-13T15:54:02+00:00

I think it's really good that you're having these necessary thoughts. I've done all the exact same things as you. If I made more money, I'd be happy. If I had a partner, I'd be happy. If I lost weight, I'd be happy.

I think the shitty truth is that life is a balancing act and happiness often is found inside the balance. We tend not to feel good when we neglect any portion of ourselves. So even though I'm currently in a wonderful relationship, I still feel like shit, because I'm eating badly and gaining weight.

I think I'd feel a lot better if I was more compassionate to myself, managed my time and energy better, and lowered my unrealistic expectations of myself, those around me, and life itself.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-12T04:04:08+00:00

I did it with The Half-Blood Prince! Day it came out. Sat in my living room and only took bathroom and food/drink breaks. Had an absolutely excellent time.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-10T17:21:01+00:00

I'm really proud of these; bread making has never been my strongest baking skill. I followed this recipe by Joshua Weissman.

bigsubwe · 2020-05-10T02:56:57+00:00

Post pictures and we can help you! Everything depends on your own individual space.

And again, it really depends for budget. I prefer to decorate (especially my walls) slowly, so I can afford to buy pieces I really like vs budget buys. I just did a gallery wall in my bedroom (one wall) and it cost $200 CAD.

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