shana emily: make over

Friday, May 28, 2021

One Room Challenge Week 4: Building Cabinets from SCRATCH & My budget!

VISIT the other BLOGGERS & see how much more progress they have made than me haha they are so inpiring you guys!

We are at the half way mark and while I have most of the large items found and curated and patiently awaiting my paint samples and wall paper samples..I HAVE so much to ACTUALY do...if you saw my checklist from last week then you saw I don't have much done. Finding the time is my issue but hey isn't that why I started this challenge to begin with? Yep. SO

#TEAMNOSLEEP it is haha but man I am finding this process somewhat cathartic and relaxing among the chaos.

So prioritizing some of the big projects and possible outsourcing some as well if it fits into my budget. Yep, if you missed it I have a budget. I gave myself $1,500 for this room. It actually is not a lot but since I knew I would be thrifting & re purposing some of the major items I knew I could make it happen. Here is where we are now and then we will move on to the progress that was made this week!

Isn't it crazy how quickly you can spend haha I mean I didn't opt for the $5,000 sleeper I originally wanted, so technically I am doing really well. Sadly I STILL have to pay for the paint, supplies for the wallpaper AND the wallpaper haha oh crap and the rug and more wood. Ok maybe I will be cutting it close! Do you guys set budgets for each item? Let me see if I can really quick:

RUG: I don't want to spend more than $300 so that will be interesting but maybe I can take advantage of the Memorial Day Sale

PAINT: Well if I go with Benjamin Moore I think I can get away with maybe $150 , & I have some special sponsors for some of the supplies but I need a spray gun and some rollers so maybe another $100

WALLPAPER: This is going to be pricey..I emailed Milton & King the company I ordered samples from and well it will cost at minimum $250 but so worth it

Lighting: I need to buy sconces for the top of the built ins and I don't want to spend more than $150 total I know this will be hard, I also want to have some for the walls and possibly the closet nook to add some lighting so another $100

NEW MATTRESS: SO this isn't crucial for the completion but if I want anyone to sleep on that vintage sofa I need to buy a new one so $300 there CRAP haha

WOOD & MOLDING: This is going to cost at least another $150

That is $1350 guys haha and I only have & $650 left. I never thought about trying to get a sponsor for this but maybe I should haha Any ideas welcome!!

SO Here is my update for the week! The hubby buckled down and went for it! The cabinets were not easy since he had NEVER done it before and well I had no clue haha I'm just over here with all the ideas! We talked it out and began in our non landscaped backyard which by the way IS ALSO happening will share more later on that.

Do you like our make shift station? Since we got nothin in the backyard it kind of helps. We added a thick piece of foam from lowes that helps as a base for the cutting and setting up and began to piece it together. Time lapse on my INSTAGRAM and more updates!

I would totally explain what is going on here in like building terms but honestly I have not clue that is why I was inside working on my re upholstering of an ottoman and wallpaper samples haha

Looks legit right? haha I like how he is smoking a cigar haha he is gonna hate me for this blog post. haha

Zevy helped a bit haha he can fit which means the cabinet will be big enough haha We totally could have bought one made already but he insisted on building it from scratch! No HACKS so yeah haha

He said it took about 4 hours but with interruptions

So we have to remove the base boards still and start the bookshelves...We also realized that we need to make a frame since it is SOO close to the wall that way we can open the cabinet without totally hitting the wall. All part of the learning. But I am excited. I am already inspired by the room just by moving the antique desk in.

I worked in there last night and I was already happy! Crazy how inspiring your space can be when it is something you love and create.

Stay tuned next week for more progress & HELP choosing the final Wallpaper & possibly paint for the built ins and the walls!! I got a lot to do..but if you know me...I work well under pressure!

Till next week!

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Shana

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Edwina and I are so excited about a huge opportunity this upcoming week and we want to invite all of you along for the ride!! Blair Patterson will be at Saks Fifth Avenue for only 1 day in celebration of the 7th Annual Harper's Bazaar Fabulous at Every Age Contest! Not only can you join us information below but we are going to get a one on one interview and make up application and know how from the best! We are pretty excited...you know we love to shop and we know how to let em have it in the thrift store, now we are working on our face! haha

We hope to see you there!!

inside Saks Fifth Avenue at The Fashion Show Mall.

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Harper’s BAZAAR is sweeping the nation, searching for women, just like you, who personify fabulous – think chic style, inspired beauty, and a passion for life. Harper’s BAZAAR editors will select five finalists, each representing a decade ranging from 20s to 60+.

Eligibility: United States, Canada, void in Quebec; 20 years of age and older (Official Rules)

Entry Dates: February 10, 2017 and ends on April 14, 2017 at 11:59 PM

Selection of Semi-Finalists: Harper’s BAZAAR editors will select fifty (50) semifinalists (ten in each age category, 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s or 60+) from all qualified entries received which will be judged on Entries submitted. The fifty (50) semi-finalists will be notified by phone, via email, or Instagram on or around May 23, 2017 and asked to provide a testimonial of 50 words or less describing why the person being entered is “Fabulous For Her Age” and provide three (3) additional photographs (two color photographs of the entrant’s full body and one (1) close-up color photograph of the entrant’s face. All photos must have been taken within the previous 365 days.

Selection of Finalists and Grand Prize Winner: On or about June 8, 2017, five (5) finalists (one in each age category 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60+) selected will be judged by a panel of Harper’s BAZAAR editors based on the following criteria: photographs (75%) and testimonials (25%). The panel of judges will select one Grand Prize Winner from the five (5) finalists who will be announced at the “Fabulous At Every Age” Awards Luncheon, which is tentatively scheduled to take place in New York City on July 18, 2017.

List of Finalists and the Grand Prize Winner: Harper’s BAZAAR will announce the names and may post photographs of the finalists and the Grand Prize Winner in an upcoming issue of the magazine and/or on its website as determined by the Sponsor.

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Take a closer LOOK : LOOK Style Society Blogger Event inside Tivoli Village | #TAAPPROVED

WE were so excited to be invited to check out the place always dreamed of but never knew existed- Look Style Society! We went to the location at Tivoli Village in Summerlin. We parked in the underground garage which made it so easy to access.

WATCH OUR MAKE OVER on YOUTUBE HERE: https://youtu.be/qX6UsMMN-a4

We were blown away by the outside. This place is massive! Three stories of pure pampering luxury.

Right before we walked in, this photo gave us life- our mantra. We could not wait to get inside.

Once you walk in, the aroma and and the decor is beyond amazing. Every make up and hair product you can think of was on display and available to purchase.

The stair case and chandelier grabbed everyone's attention.

This area turned out to be the best place to take seflies.

We started off with checking out downstairs with the Manager XXX, she was so nice and gave us a VIP tour before our make up makeover.

Give bag swag was given to all those personally invited. And we were greeted with sweets and champagne

Downstairs manicure section was a girls dream- can you imagine getting unlimited monthly manicures services here?

There was not a wall in here that did not have an amazing photos or wall art on it.

They paid extra attention to the ceilings too! There was a pop of yellow in every room. Before we could even get to the make over, we wanted to re-decorate our homes.

They carry some of the best brands I have been dying to try these lashes!!

If you thought this place was only catered to women, you are wrong like we were. The ultimate man pampering cave is separated from the Estrogen world. You would never know that the the back area of the 2nd floor and the entire 3rd floor is where men can be men. This red hallway on the 2nd floor will lead you there.

Chesterfield couches in the men's waiting area.

Well fell in love with the men's decor too. All we were imagining was us and our husby's getting different services done at the same time as us with out them getting bored or feeling like they were in a salon. A special place just for them.

They have so many products there for men too! Top of the line products there to make then feel their best.

The view from the 3rd floor is amazing. Private men salon area is secluded from the entrance.

This great Dane Marmaduke statue was huge. It guards this amazing pool table for the men to pass the time while they enjoy a drink.

And now it is time for us to get our makeup

WE FELL in love with the make over room!!

Some of the best products! fell in love with this chanel toner!

We both opted for the new smashbox liquid lip stains we are in love with this!

True Grit was so unique and gorgeous!

These ladies did a great job we were so happy!

My sister joined us which was so nice! We all want to come back!!

We are definitley going to be going back who knows maybe we can do a fun get ready with us! We filmed this whole experience so make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel ThriftersAnonymous!!! Here is a closer look at the services!