Good Night John-Boy (A Quest to Create a Relaxing Retreat)

Hi everyone!

Any of you remember the tv show "The Waltons?" If you do, you know the show always ended at night and one by one the family would say goonight to one another until the last light was turned off. It was a comforting ritual, knowing everyone was snug in their beds, safe and sound.

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I've been thinking about the Walton's  night time ritual and about my own bedtime routine. We built our home thirteen years ago and frankly, I have never been thrilled with the decor - and I have made many paint, bedding, furniture and accessory changes in that time. So, I am planning an overhaul this year and hope to finally get it right. I am fortunate that I love my bedroom furniture which means this will just be a cosmetic change.  

I have found some beautiful inspiration online. In this room, I am seriously crushing on the green wallcolor and simple window treatments. 

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Oh my! Love the green again and the black toile. I already have a Pottery Barn toile quilt and shame - 're-using that would be a big moneymaker.

Confessions of a Plate Addict (Be sure to check out this blog - Debbie has a beautiful home!)

I do like my quilts and this one has been on my radar for awhile. I would say the dust ruffle is a big no for me,  which is okay, as I don't use one with my bed.

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Another quilt I am always drawn to...but there's that crazy dust ruffle again. What's up with that? 

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I adore these shams and duvets from Parachute. Done in a very high end and luxurious fabric, they would give a quiet and simple farmhouse look to our master.

Parachute.com and Duvet Set

I am thinking a few niceties need to be added - like a great sound system!

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And a soothing, relaxing and sleep-inducing pillow mist would be a luxurious touch as well.

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I have some other large home projects to do before I tackle my master redo, but I am determined to come up with a plan for a beautiful, peaceful retreat. I hope to get to this before the end of summer.

Here is a picture of our room a few years ago. It's okay, but definitely not a homerun.

This picture was taken in early February of a different area of the room.. The decor has changed from above. Again, it's ok. But just ok. It's too much - too much stuff, too much color, TOO MUCH! 

I will keep you posted on my quest for a master bedroom I can love. I know I am not even close to a plan. I just know I will be practicing restraint and keeping it simple.

I am looking forward to ending our days feeling safe, secure and loved.

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Goodnight John Boy.

Thanks for stopping by,

Jane

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