Friday, August 3, 2012

Tour the 'Loo'

Today I'm showing you the recent updates I've made to our upstairs guest bathroom...this is the bathroom that the laundry 'closet' is in.  (I posted about that here.) I don't know why I didn't think to take a before picture, but basically it was just a blank wall.  I hadn't found the right thing to hang on this back wall, until I discovered this chippy shelf.  It's just the right size and color.
I decided to use one of my favorite things-you guessed it-a locker basket, to hold some extra t.p!  I wanted to add a little splash of color in here, so I chose this shower curtain- it has a pretty coral color paired with a sage green.  Not my usual M.O., but I liked it, so I thought what the heck?
Next, I gathered some goodies from my 'stash' in the basement and added them to the top of the toilet. (Hey, we decorators gotta 'merchandise' wherever we can!) 
Here's the newly completed back wall of the bathroom now...
  I got the chandelier at a garage sale, then added the shades.
I keep switching the toilet paper holder and the trash can back and forth! (did you notice?)
Overall, I'm pretty pleased with how this turned out!

I know the floor in here is awful.  We've actually bought new flooring (wood) to put down, but I'm not sure when that will happen.  I think it'll really improve the look in here!
This is the little wall to the right of the shower (the outer laundry closet wall) that holds a clock and towels.
I found this mirror at the flea market and fell in love with the shape and weathered patina!
It hangs over the sink, which is across from the shower.
My mom just found this cabinet at a garage sale last week.  She bought it for our shop, but I kept it! It's perfect for this space right across from the laundry. I love it!!
I found the chippy little step stool at the flea market...it comes in handy, since I'm a shorty :)

Well, I hope you enjoyed this tour of our 'loo'!   I'm joining up with a monthly swap party at Ethereal Plus What I Love...go check it out, and join up, too!  It's gonna be fun :)
                                   I'm linking to theses wonderful parties: 
                                             Twigg Studios
                                             The Tablescaper
                                             Joy 2 Journey
                                             i should be mopping the floor 
                                             My 1929 Charmer 
                                             Debbiedoo's
                                             You Are Talking Too Much
                                             Boogieboard Cottage
                                             Stuff & Nonsense 
                                             Live Laugh Rowe
                                             Debt Free Mommy
                                             Alderberry Hill
                                             Between Naps on the Porch 
                                             The Dedicated House 
                                             Cozy Little House
                                             A Stroll Thru Life
                                             Coastal Charm
                                             The Ivy Cottage Blog
                                             Knick of Time
                                             My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
                                             The Ironstone Nest 
                                             Common Ground 
                                             Kathe with an E 
                                             Primp
                                             Restore Interiors
                                             Savvy Southern Style
                                             No Minimalist Here
                                             The Vintage Farmhouse
                                             Rooted in Thyme
                                             Stuff and Nonsense 
                                             Ivy and Elephants 
                                             aka design
                                             Shabby Art Boutique 
                                             Katherine's Corner

62 comments:

  1. Susan,
    Love Love Love that cabinet. Ohhhh so cute. I love that mirror in there too. That room came together so nicely. Love it.
    Kris

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  2. Looks wonderful, Susan! Love the new cabinet - I can see why you kept it!!

    Blessings,
    Angie @ Knick of Time

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  3. I enjoyed the tour of the loo- Don't you just love it when you buy a new shelf and then "shop" in your own home to find the just right pieces to complete the look! That cabinet your mom found is darling!

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  4. I love your newly decorated loo! The cabinet, the shelf, and the stool are great! I love how you pulled everything together. The smaller items with the enamelware pitcher, the wire storage baskets, and the the glass containers are gorgeous! Lovely, lovely job. ~ Jamie

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  5. Loved the tour, Susan! The little cabinet your Mom found is perfect in your bathroom. I noticed the trading back and forth of the tp and waste can. Made me feel good that I'm not the only one who does things like that. :-)
    Love all you've done to make it guest friendly! Your hardwoods will be the icing on the cake.
    Mary Alice

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  6. What a pretty bathroom! I love all of the vintage peices you repurposed. The shower curtain fabric adds just the right pattern in there too. I've toured all of your rooms and they are all so incredible! I love your fun accessories. I bet you could easily shop your house, from one room to the other, if you needed to.

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  7. it's filled with such great finds, susan! love the chandy, mirror and the floral curtain works great! love the little stool and enamel pitcher, too:)

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  8. Love the cabinet and the mirror!!

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  9. I'm lovin' that darling chandy with the shades!!!

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  10. the chandy in the bathrom looks so cute! as well as the little white shelf...and the wire baskets...:)

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  11. Very cute - just as expected! I love locker baskets too - but I have nary a one:( need to change that someday! I love a clock in the bathroom. Always wondering what time it is when getting ready to go somewhere!

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  12. Fun tour of your bathroom. I am in love with your Mom's garage sale cabinet. that is perfect for the bathroom.

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  13. Oh what a fun tour of your "loo".....I purchased 4 great locker baskets about 6 months ago...they came out of the Univ. of NC...so love the way you have displayed yours....and yes, I would have kept that cabinet too...so cute and perfect for that space!...Thanks for the great tour..loved it!

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  14. How fun to have a peek into someone else's home. I love the vintage stuff that you have and it made me laugh when I kept noticing the TP holder moving in the pics :) Thank you for sharing at The "Sunday Stop"!
    Hugs,
    Bj

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  15. Came over from Charmer to visit your loo. It was very delightful. I collect locker baskets - love the way the extra tp is stored! Glad you kept the cabinet - your mom must have super eyes to pick it out!

    Distressed Donna Down Home

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  16. Just stopped by from Debbie Doos loved the tour. I am really lovin' the cabinet your Mother found - glad you kept it. I also loved the burlap container and dried hydrangeas ......

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  17. I loved the tour of your loo! I love the toilet paper in the locker basket, I never seem to run across these! I love that cabinet I would of had to keep too. I also love your shower curtain! I so wish my bathroom was bigger! So glad you shared your creative inspiration with Sunday’s Best – your creativity helped make the party a success!

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  18. Hi! Great tour, I like what you did with the baskets! Found you on Debbie Doo's Newbie party!

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  19. Where to start?! Your bathroom is truly a stunner - love everything about it, especially the little stool and of course, those locker baskets. Stopping over from the Newbie Party! Jane

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  20. Love that mirror! What a terrific find. So is the cabinet.

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  21. I love every tour of every one of your spaces. You find such terrific, cool stuff. That loo paper holder is just fantastic...never seen one like that before and that mirror (be still my heart!)

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  22. Love the wire basket...what a lovely loo!

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  23. just as pretty as the rest of your home!!

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  24. Your bathroom is just gorgeous!! I pinned it to remind myself later. If you'd like to join us again at Making Space Mondays it's going on right now over at www.debtfreemommyblog.blogspot.com. -Tabitha

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  25. So much personality in one space! I do think that the little glass-front chest is perfect for that area, too. Hey, I saw your post over at Metamorphsis Monday.

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  26. Super cute! Found you at Debbie Dos..

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  27. That added some great touches. I especially love the mirror!
    Brenda

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  28. Hey Susan! The "loo" is gorgeous and it's going to get even better once that wood floor goes in! I love that shower curtain!! Thanks for dropping by my blog and leaving your sweet comment. Now, I'm YOUR newest follower! Can't wait to hang out here and see what other cool things you are doing!!!

    Jaye @ Just Tryin' to Make Cents of it All
    http://justtryintomakecentsofitall.blogspot.com

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  29. The locker basket and wee cabinet are gorgeous. Bathroom decorating gives me a headache. This loo is charming:}

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  30. Darling bathroom and I love your baskets!

    Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  31. So cute! I have 3 bathrooms and haven't finished a one! Did you by any chance change up that chunky frame under the shelf? I swear I have one just like it in white with a flower in it...
    ♥Linsey

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  32. Thank you for following VINTAGE HOME lifestyle! Love your blog...great bathroom re-do.
    Cathleen

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  33. I love how your bathroom is coming together. The wire baskets are lovely and that chippy stool-I just love it!

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  34. fabulous and filled with great ideas!!

    happy summer wishes

    xo
    elyse

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  35. Hi Susan ~ you have added so many charming details to your bathroom ~ I love it all!

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  36. Wonderful fun touring here! Thank you for visiting me and letting me know how to find you! LOVED your laundry room and your bath is so pretty. Love that garage sale cabinet! I am so happy to *meet* you!! Ohio bloggers rule! : )
    Love,
    Sue

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  37. I love it! I just picked up some baskets from the auction this past weekend. Both are just like yours, one locker basket and one with a handle!

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  38. Hi Susan, Wonderful bathroom. You have done such a fantastic job and I love how it turned out. So cute!


    Jody

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  39. Looks great! Thanks for sharing.

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  40. LOVE! thanks so much for joining the newbie party!

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  41. Thanks so much for visiting me today and for your sweet comment. First of all I love the name of your blog and I do love junk. Your bath is decorated perfectly. Love all the special touches you have added. I just signed up as a new follower. So nice to meet you.

    blessings,
    Danielle

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  42. Hi Susan,
    Thanks for stopping by and leaving such a nice comment. I love the bathroom and Love your laundry room too. I hope you have a lovely week,I am now your newest follower.

    Smiles,
    Sheila

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  43. I am a sucker for wire baskets. Your loo is wonderful.

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  44. Looks great...I decorate the backs of my toilets too :) Laurel

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  45. What an adorable bathroom. You did a wonderful job.
    Visiting from the Newbie Party.

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  46. I'm loving the garage sale cabinet; especially with that beautiful pitcher filled with lavender! Hope you hop over to #240 on the WOW list today! Thanks, Helen

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  47. This is just lovely, Susan! I love all of the beautiful pieces you've combined...the cabinet is wonderful...

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  48. Your bathroom looks great! Beautifully decorated.

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  49. Nicely done ~

    Popped in from the Open House Party.

    thriftshopcommando.blogspot.com

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  50. That little stepstool is a gem! Never seen one like it. And your mom did well to bring home that little cabinet. She deserves kudos for that!
    Liz

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  51. Your loo is absolutely gorgeous. I am in love with the basket with the TP in it LOVE IT!!!! Your post is so inspirational. I would love it if you could share this wonderful post at our WIW linky party. I hope you can join us.

    Paula
    ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

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  52. How could I not click on a thumbnail that reads "tour the loo" ...

    :)

    And a lovely tour of a lovely loo it is! If I was your guest I would spend way too much time in that loo marveling at its beauty ...

    Linda

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  53. Not to be too picky, but why is your hand-towel so far away from your sink? Otherwise I really like what you've done to the room. I especially like the paper holder and the little cabinet.

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  54. Enjoyed the tour of your updated bathroom Susan. Thanks for linking up at Shabbilicious Friday :)

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  55. Thanks for sharing this inspiration bathroom on Simple & Sweet Fridays! Just Beautiful!

    Jody

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  56. I'm skipping to the Loo My Darling!! Love the way you store your tp too!
    Kelly

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  57. Thanks for stopping by my blog and saying "hi"! I couldn't decide what post to comment on (they are all so fabulous :) I really love your bathroom, it reminds of my powder room at my former home...very similar.
    I'm following your blog and also your Pinterest!
    Have a fabulous day,
    Julie

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  58. Oh My Goodness!!! This bathroom is absolutely lovely! The cabinet, the enamel pitcher, the chipped charm.../sigh so much to love. Definitely following back. I thought I had followed last night, but I was blogging in between canners of tomato based recipes so I must have gotten side tracked.

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  59. what an amazing bathroom, it really looks good and elegant..you've got a wonderful ideas in your mind..

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