10 EASY DIY PROJECTS & DECOR IDEAS FOR A BEDROOM REFRESH

[@CanterburyCottage]

If you would like to see last year’s bedroom makeover, here is the first of two videos showing all of the changes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGKvc3apa8uSsLs Here is the second video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqixhqGEnrKWhKs😊

[@kristymh823]

So lovely! Everything turned out beautifully. I do have a tip on hanging the curtains with clips. Instead of clipping the fabric flat as you did, make 3-4” folds (pleats) and clip the folds where the fabric meets, the clip will feel like you’re using it sideways, but they will hang so nice and look like an expensive pinch pleated curtain.

[@nancyevans5502]

Great job 😉 the thing I enjoy the most about your videos Sherry. Is that you use a lot of what you already have. Bye simply up dating it. So many of the decorating u tuber's are about buying constantly off Amazon, Hobby Lobby, Ross, Home Good's. I think you put more thought into your decorating and frugality to your projects. I appreciate that about you. I can't justify constantly buying the pricey thing's. I'm a big garage sales and thrift store person myself. Just like this weekend is one of the very up scale neighborhoods in my area subdivision spring garage sales. There stuff is amazingly beautiful and low priced. They just want to get rid of it. So I have my money ready. I get tons of compliments about how beautiful my home is. When I tell people it came from a garage sales and thrift store they say no way. Yes way. Sorry to be so long with this. Sherry your my favorite u tuber, I always learn from you thanks for that ☺️.

[@joannecooper4592]

Those lampshades are beautiful! So clever to do the pleats that way. Love the overall look.

[@Martbez1]

Nooo! It's unfair to expect from us to pick a favourite when all of the projects are so stunning, tastefully and stylish. But if you insist... Maybe the bookcases and that brass rollers on the chest.❤

[@annenickmom]

Your bedroom looks refreshed but serene. The bookcases and lamp shades were big projects but you made them look very doable. I especially like the way the chest turned out with the products you used and also loved how the paper-lined boxes brought focus to the small items that they held. Keeping Zoe's bed and the your husband's coat rack in their same place show how important it is to keep rooms homey, familiar and livable for everyone. Well done Sherry!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Anne! Yes, my hubby’s coat rack is still there and was full of his half-worn clothes. I staged it with a few attractive items, but put his stuff right back!

[@Audrey-km9in]

I love the change to the book cases but I am in awe of your new pleated lamp shades! Well done, Sherry! xo

[@itzasunnyday4me]

Making the bookcases look built in really put the icing on the cake and I like the picture on the curtains behind the bed. Great update Sherry!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Sunny! ☀️

[@barbaradzitko1826]

Sherry, you are not only crafty, but you are handy. I could never accomplish some of these projects by myself. Beautiful job.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! Barbara, you could do these yourself. I was terrified of saws when I first started using them. I was sure I would cut off a finger! But, when you want something done, you might as well do it yourself!

[@d__extraordinary175]

Simply Beautiful ❤

[@angelaspicer2753]

Love your William Morris inspired bedroom makeover! I love anything WM and my favorites were probably your hanging a landscape picture over the curtain (WM loved his Cotswold landscape!), the wrapping paper prints & the lampshades. I thought, that's a lot of cutting and ironing & gluing! But soooo worth it! So high-end looking! Oh and the re-finish product is going on my shopping list!

[@robinsabo6932]

Everything you did looks lovely! The vintage frames look great with the new artwork and i am lusting over that wicker chair you brought into the bedroom!!! And the way you made the bookshelves ‘built in’ really gave it an upscale refresh!

[@danielesinhorelli4083]

The whole bedroom looks lovely, it’s impossible to pick just one project ❤

[@maryfrankey3102]

Sherry , I’m so impressed with this video. Your talent for redesign is amazing ❤

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Mary! 😊

[@maryjokley7247]

Sherry, I just love your creative ideas. I never want your videos to end!

[@healgrowlovecommunity8397]

Hi Sherry! I also love William Morris and your bedroom makeovers are beautiful. I love them all but my favourite was the raising of the bookcases off the floor and adding the crown moulding. Those simple tricks really elevate the bookcases to high end pieces. ❤️😘

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much! I have wanted to do that to the bookcases for such a long time. It wasn’t even that hard, so I don’t know why it took me so long!

[@nancylopez4720]

Sherry, all of your projects today were just stunning. And the lampshades! What a labor intensive but beautiful result. I wish I had a fraction of your talent.

[@jeanne-marie8196]

Oh wow! This bedroom was beautiful before, but it is even more so now. The bookcases look fantastic. The lampshades are so pretty! I was glad to see that the dresser was left in the room. That was my favorite piece from the last video. In this redo, my favorite piece is Zoe’s bed…. just kidding! For me, it’s the bookshelves. The color, combined with the staging is so beautiful. The finishing touches, making it look built-in, sealed my choice.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you so much, Jeanne-Marie! I took Zoe’s bed off for some of the footage, but she kept waiting for me to put it back, so she could take her morning nap! 😻

[@katherinepereira9088]

Your creativity and patience in completing your projects never ceases to amaze me. The pleated lampshades are truly beautiful (however, I am a big fan of peacocks!). My favorite project (and I suppose the simplest one) is the storage box idea. So unique!

[@angelicag2042]

Sherry, the pleated lampshade was brilliant! I think hanging a picture over the curtains was the perfect traditional touch to your space. I love the new look. 👍🇨🇦❤️

[@51Lorie]

The updates to your bedroom are beautiful, Sherry! I especially love how the bookcases turned out. Zoe is adorable!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Lorie!

[@Elizabeth-arb22]

What a brilliant bedroom refresh. My favorite is the William Morris art from wrapping paper -- amazing! Actually, I really like everything you did. 💗

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you so much, Elizabeth! 😊

[@susanmccoy1992]

I loved the bookcases being transformed, the art re-do, the framed print over your bed, and the jewelry box update. It made me eye the one I was going to try & sell at a garage sale.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! I think you should keep that jewelry box!

[@inglishhomeandgarden8386]

I love the transformation! Bookshelves and linen curtains look amazing. I love your choice of artwork. The little table looks just right next to the fireplace. And the beautiful comforter brings it all together. The essence of an English country retreat. (I love putting caster wheels on furniture, whenever possible. Especially tables. Super practical.)

[@debbiestyer453]

Great idea on bookshelves and hanging painting above the bed...love it

[@ladymeropi]

You are such a powerhouse of creativity!!!! How do you do it week, after week, after week??? I also love William Morris and enjoyed how you changed your bedroom to better match his colors and the Victorian style of the period. Raising the bookshelf was quite the project, plus those lovely lampshades were both such a big improvement. My hat goes off to you every week watching you demonstrate countless projects. Just like a magician pulls the rabbit out of the hat, you are able to magically able to find what you need in your huge 'stash' collection. I love watching what you do, but not having that 'magical' stash available for me, it is rare that I can consider recreating most of the projects I most like ~ sigh... Still, it's a pleasure and you are absolutely magical.

[@karashea7823]

Sherry….thank you for inviting me/us into your little world. So intimate. Your artistry inspires me so. What a LOVELY space! I’m going to rewatch the video. I’m actually feeling emotional

[@karenoberg4260]

The floor-to-ceiling drapes behind your headboard with my favorite

[@colemyst]

Love the lamps shade do over. I makes it look so custom. Your picture over the curtains is also a great idea. Every time I view one of your room decor videos; I think her husband must be a great guy to "let" you redo so much. Most of the men I've know whined if their wives moved anything forget about swapping it out for something new.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! He is a great guy! That coat rack is his one request, and it is usually loaded with his hats and clothes, but I staged it for the photos. (And, then put his stuff back really quick!)

[@nowvoyagerNE]

i love the picture above your head board. it, the curtains, the bedding...make that area look so peaceful, inviting, and cozy. the thrifted, formerly black, old table with the spindle legs is charming with the new finish. it's a lovely room and a highly successful makeover.

[@grannygarden5887]

I absolutely loved the pleated lampshades the best. What a refreshing makeover. I loved the wrapping paper pictures too. Sherry you manage to find a different direction every week. Love love it all. Please keep it coming! Bless you

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, GG! I am much handier with a glue gun than with a needle and thread, so these lampshades were easy to make!

[@maryanngastaldo6751]

Looks gorgeous, as usual! Great job making all the right changes to change the look but still keep lots of the same items in the room! I find that amazing--but also very helpful because often it's not practical to just get all new stuff!! :) My favorite (besides 'everything you did'!) was seeing Zoe in her same old bed at the end!! So cute!!!

[@carolweiss8795]

Love your bedroom makeover! It’s beautiful!

[@karashea7823]

Oh my gosh THE CHEST! Restored and with castors/wheels and a lovely quilt atop. BREATHTAKING!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you! That Restore-A-Finish is magic potion!

[@smilingvick]

Love the makeover on your bookcases and the pleated shade! The new look in your room is so pretty.

[@Becky-nn3pu]

Once again I am amazed at your creativity! I love the look of the built-in book cases and I think that pleated lamp shade is my favorite update! It looks so classy! Thank you for such great and inspiring makeovers!

[@whatlolawants2167]

I absolutely love the Wallpaper!!! Hanging that picture on the curtains looks so posh! Like 1960's-70's Britain. I love it! And the juxtaposition 😘 Chef's kiss. I think it's stupendous!!!!🎊🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@catherinemoore4413]

Thank you for the lamp shade update! Finding the right lamp shade has always been a challenge! The entire room looks so calm and restful. As always...thanks for all your beautiful updates and ideas!

[@Prettynickle]

I love the new look. Solved that problem with window behind to bed to boot! So clever. Love the new art. Much better fit, more elegant looking. Just wow Sherry. Calm and elegant. Hard to pull off!

[@wandagarrett942]

Putting those pretty brass wheels on your chest took it to the next level; truly, it all looks like a warm and comfortable room

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Wanda! I was surprised at how much I liked those wheels, too!

[@vickilucas5231]

Sherry, your bedroom looks amazing. Thank you for introducing me to William Morris fabrics and prints. I plan to incorporate the “built in bookcase” in my living room. Your videos are so inspiring, and easy to follow. I always look forward to your new videos.

[@SherryNerreau]

There are some great ideas in here Sherry that anyone could use. I've used old frames for different kinds of artwork but never thought of using really nice wrapping paper. I especially liked the lampshade redo (you definitely could not tell it wasn't sewn), and the chest makeover. The chest turned out to be so beautiful without repainting it or changing it except for the casters on the legs. Another great job!

[@rhondasands8034]

I absolutely love your bedroom refresh. It must have taken years to collect all your decor items. I love it and would LOVE it in my bedroom!

[@tinakercher8768]

I loved your last bedroom make over, but I love this one as well. I am a huge Wm Morris fan too! I like how you were able to build off and leave in some of the English Cottage look from last time, especially the window seat and some of the butterfly prints. We are trying to make our guest room have a somewhat western, lived-in look without being kitchy. I loved the little fern stand table you redid for this project. That would make a great table on the side of the bed. I am still looking for lamps and art and anything else that seems to fit the vibe. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@CB-pf7go]

Love the built in look of the bookcases and the no sew lampshades, this is such a beautiful refresh of the bedroom. A+++⭐️

[@ms.thrify631]

Sherry-you are my superhero! Love it all! The bookcases, lampshades, etc. were my favorite! I love that you don't paint everything white but will use different colors or enjoy the beautiful wood! You rock, lady!

[@kathybriscoe1474]

One word describes your bedroom makeover…LOVELY. It’s hard to choose one item I like. I guess it would be a tie between the bookcases and the lampshades.

[@brokeneardesigns9794]

Everything turned out so beautiful, but I love the idea of using the storage boxes open to display things. I just picked up a couple of vintage cigar boxes and now I know what to do with them. Thank you for the inspiration, Sherry!!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! Love old cigar boxes! You could use double sided tape if you don’t want to use glue stick on your boxes.

[@donnapecoraro3126]

beautiful, elegant and inspiring. i love the lampshade project, i’ve sewed them before, very difficult, this is so much nicer. the bedspread was a great inspiration. it’s a lovely room!

[@Busymom57]

Sherry, your creativity and vision is so inspiring! You explain each project so well, so even us novices can attempt them. Thank you!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Pamela! I really appreciate your comments!

[@lisawhittington-cq7vj]

The makeover is absolutely stunning! My favorite(s) were the lampshade and the picture hung above the bed in front of the curtains! Gives it a very classic look ❤

[@wendystanyard2034]

Wonderful job . You are so very talented , loved what you achieved in your bedroom ❤

[@cinder8290]

I love the redone lampshades and your comforter, it's really beautiful. Your draperies are lovely and the large art piece over the window is genius!

[@brendasoler4759]

Wow! Those lampshades were sure a labor of love, but I'm determined to give them a try. They turned out beautifully, and look very custom! Well done, you!

[@sherrywallace2279]

Inspiring, as usual. I love the entire look! It’s really upscale and nicely coordinated 😊

[@karashea7823]

9:28 Open lid box! I LIKE THAT! I’m going steal that idea and OPEN MY BOX

[@heidigresh2743]

I love this bedroom makeover! I especially like the raised bookcase and drapes behind the bed!

[@IndieAnnieJones1]

Oh my goodness! I love all of these ideas to refresh a bedroom. I love the idea of creating built-in looking shelving brilliant!. For decoupaging I've found that the best way to decoupage large items like the ones you did for your frames is to use a small iron or a very light heat iron. All you do is put the decoupage the mod podge on the item that you're going to update and let it dry. Once it's dry, put the paper on top and then using a parchment paper right above it. You iron the paper onto the mod podge surface and the heat reactivates the glue and it is perfection in decoupaging. Hope that helps. Always enjoy watching you

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Annie! Holy cow, I had not heard of this technique. I absolutely must try this! Thank you so much for sharing this tip!

[@glennastumpff9720]

Your finished room looks so cozy and inviting! You never disappoint! Thank you for the inspiring makeover.

[@tracyrodriguez4793]

I like the idea of replacing old poster pictures with new ones😊.

[@kimnothem4655]

Wow!! You are very talented in building those risers for your book cases. Also cutting and puting up crown moldings. I could never do that. They are beautiful!! Also love the curtains behind bed with beautiful print. Great job.❤

[@cherylparish1375]

Another makeover well done! You had a few challenging obstacles but remade them beautifully! It gives us a fresh look at things we may have in our own homes and brilliant ways to address them. Thank you for sharing!!!!😊

[@roxiewallace2900]

Even though we have different tastes in decorating, I love your room makeover videos! So fun to watch! Love how the table with the Isabel Bloom bird on it turned out. And the music and Zoe helping you added extra charm. 😊

[@ruthselden8637]

Love that lampshade. So happy to learn how to make pleated shades. Another great video by you!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, Ruth! 😊

[@hopemasike531]

Sherry, are you familiar with ASMR? I always watch your videos twice: Once for all the creative crafting inspiration (which you never fail to deliver), a second time to fall asleep to. Your voice is very pleasant and soothing. ❤

[@SD-nh5yr]

Oh Sherry...everytime I watch one of your refresh video's, I want to tear apart every room in my house and start again, lol. I really liked extending the bookcases to the ceiling, so pretty !❤🙏✌️

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you, SD! Just start with one room (maybe, the one that needs the most help). I find that the satisfaction I get from improving one room, motivates me to continue into other rooms. Good luck!

[@Jen.O]

That William Morris bedspread was an exciting find, and the resulting room is gorgeous (my old bungalow would love to have this room!) If you seek more images to frame for this room, consider Walter Crane prints, as a book lover you will recognize these illustrations and they are so in sync with W. Morris style. On another topic: it would be faster and easier to craft those many strips on the cute lamp shades by instead cutting very long fabric strips length-wise on the fabric (parallel to selvage edge) then turn and press back only one edge. Finally cut the pressed long strips to the short lengths needed and glue the unturned flat edge onto the lamp shade, leaving the turned edge to show as a pressed pleat.

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you for these tips! I didn’t even think of making the pleats in this manner; it definitely would have saved me some time! I’m looking Walter Crane prints right now!

[@ms.thrify631]

Excellent idea on the lamp shade cutting! 😃

[@mollymoore186]

I always love ALL the DIYs you do. Your channel is one of my favorites. You inspire me even tho our homes couldn't be more different. Keep up the great videos. 🥰

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Molly! I am so glad that I can share some ideas with you even if we have very different styles!

[@pegeen6634]

Wow you do know how to ‘do’ a room! Those lampshades are amazing❣️Such patience & know how. The end of the bed looks beautiful now. I blame you for wanting all things William Morris! Thank for sharing your creative with us 🤩😻🕊️

[@karashea7823]

Oh. My. Gosh. That spindled table is just gorgeous!!! I really, really am in love with it

[@deborahtanzy7624]

Love the "built in" bookcases and the curtain between with the picture. Totally conceals the window

[@melissahyatt9626]

Absolutely lovely! And the floral curtains you took down I put up in my living room! Such an inspiration, thank you!

[@margaretdillinger5090]

Beautiful as always and so you. 😊❤. I absolutely love how you did that lampshade.❤

[@lynnpelletier4321]

What a lovely refresh. The picture over the bed is one of my favs as well as the lamp shades. Of course the bookcases look considerably better. Enjoy your "new space".

[@ednajohnson2190]

I like the picture with the drapes. Also, I've been working on updating the master bedroom for 6 years. I can't imagine redoing it every year.

[@brandyhuckabee1382]

The chest was an amazing refresh but I loved the light shades. So pretty

[@snr4586]

I liked the chest project. Adding brass wheels and refurbishing the finish made it look great!

[@susanc31562]

Looks great! The lamp shades are so pretty and love all your creative ideas and workarounds. My father-in-law, a carpenter, would say “putty and paint make a carpenter what he ain’t!!”

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! I love that saying (because it is SO true)! I am NOT a carpenter!

[@cswan1541]

Lampshades are the bomb! I hope you attached the bookcases to the wall. Great job lifting them. They look fantastic!

[@juliazierdt3654]

Old World Style is a favorite of mine. It can't be faked. It takes time.

[@kimchapman2210]

I loved your bookcases and the chest at the end of the bed most, but also loved the curtains behind the bed with the picture. Your videos are so refreshing!

[@mariannworley9538]

Wow! It looks great. The bookcases are definitely now "built-ins." Such a statement with the raised draperies.

[@anniscrawford4210]

I was so impressed with the redo of the chest at the foot of your bed. Looks like a new piece!

[@lindadoucet1431]

Amazing what you can achieve with your existing furniture and decor. A trick I learned to have no wrinkles in your paper is to add the mod podge and let it dry completely. Than you add a piece of parchment paper on top of your paper and iron it with no steam. That way I have no wrinkles. Love everything you created to have your bedroom match your new comforter.

[@shirleydrake1602]

Those booster boxes would be a great place to have hidden storage for valuables!

[@CanterburyCottage]

OH MY! No one would look there! Genius!!!!

[@gmamabear3619]

You are so creative and I love the fact that you do the woodworking yourself. I'm learning this craft. I've been watching your channel for a long time now and you inspire me in so many ways. This room is beautiful and I'm a big fan of green so this is right up my alley. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@terrihart2133]

That table turned out lovely. Never dreamed you could make a lamp shade so pretty. I also like the chest clean up. I like the box you added paper and displayed open. That small table was my fav though.

[@bankbeauty8838]

A few favs: pleated lamp, book cases, pic on curtains. 🌺

[@jackieo8693]

I would have to say the bookcases were my favorite followed closely by those gorgeous lamps!

[@soonergal1422]

It turned out so cozy and romantic! I love this. ❤️

[@lynadawoods1987]

I loved them all but I think my favorite was the lamp shade makeover…what a clever idea.

[@rbirkheimer59]

I adore that makeover. So much of it is my taste. It just flows so easily. When you go slowly in the video I find myself say oh I love that, oh I love that. The large picture on the mantle I love, kinda unexpected. The pictures on the walls keeps your eyes moving to see everything. So inviting. I would love sleeping there. So does the kitty :) You can do anything. Hugs and, God Bless, Rebekah

[@Sylvia1976]

You knocked the bookcases out of the park! The comforter was a score! The bedroom is lovely!

[@CanterburyCottage]

Oh, thank you, Sylvia!

[@Sylvia1976]

@Canterbury Cottage Sherry , you are so wecome.

[@MerryBee707]

Gorgeous. I would never leave that room if it were mine! The "pleated" lamp shade is genius. I must try that.

[@fantan04]

Your bedroom looks lovely Sherry - the built in bookcases look super! I love the William Morris designs which you have incorporated here and there and the lamp shades you covered contrast wonderfully with them. What a good job as usual Sherry! I love it all 🤗🤗🤗 Ann x

[@maryw3432]

My favorite projects were the bookcases and the drapes behind the headboard. You are so talented and you have a great eye for design. Thanks for sharing all your work, I really enjoyed watching.

[@elainebolten5205]

Everything looks wonderful! My favorite is the lampshade! I love that Zoe wants to always help you☺️🐾

[@CanterburyCottage]

Thank you! Yes, Zoe is my little assistant-contributing a little fur to every project! 😜

[@Dawn_Reane]

I love the lamp shades since it is a "no sew" project. Gives me inspiration to try myself.

[@Earthy-Artist]

This is my #1. favorite room makeover to date! You hit this one out of the park. It is classy, understated, elegant, serene, warm and cozy. My favorite thing was the faux built ins {I may borrow your idea for my office!} but I loved it ALL.

[@kacee9553]

I like the restoration of your chest at the end of the bed. Thanks for the information. I will be using those products to bring back a beautiful piece of furniture that I bought yesterday at the thrift store. I always find your videos so entertaining and educational. Thank you for sharing.