A Special Birthday Room Update

Just before the twins' birthday last year, they (mostly Brooke) decided they needed to update their bedroom. They were ready for a new color scheme, some new decor, and new bedding. I gave them my word that we would aim for an update for their 10th birthday, and trust me when I say they did not forget! They (again, mostly Brooke) started reminding me of my promise before Christmas!

Here is what their room looked like before we updated it:

Some of these photos are pretty old . . . this one still has a toddler bed! However, the decor was mostly the same. 

We planned to keep all the same furniture and even keep it in the same arrangement. With bunk beds and two large dressers, they don't have a whole lot of options. However, their room now has a totally different look as we updated so much of it! 

I knew we had a very busy week leading up to their birthday, so Chris and I arranged for him to paint their bedroom on MLK Day as he had the day off from work. However, I saved all the decor until a week before their birthday when Chris and I spent an evening and put it all together. Then, we did a big reveal, and the girls LOVED it! I'm pretty sure they cried a little! It was the sweetest thing as they just kept saying, "Thank you!" and "We love it!" over and over again. 

So, without any more jabbering, here is what their room looks like now!

Brooke and Brecklyn helped me pick the wall color, rug, and bedding. Most of the accents were a surprise!

They adore this light-up sign and nightstand.

Of course, the tassel lights are a favorite, too!

Brooke was thrilled to have a mirror in her room, and Brecklyn thinks the little llama accent is the best!

They helped pick this shelf and its accessories. We just filled all the frames earlier today, and it looks even better!

I commissioned my dad to made the double shelf above the window. It's perfect for their little knick-knacks, and even more special because Grampy built it!

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I also added a few organizational things to the room, and both dressers now have a runner on them to help keep them protected. Overall, the room has a totally different feel than it did before . . . definitely a "big girls" room versus a "little girls" room. Best of all, though, it turned out just like I had hoped and the girls are absolutely thrilled with it . . . so much so they've even been motivated to keep it clean 😂.