How to create a master bedroom that is cozy and cute! (2024)

For YEARS in this house, our master bedroom was a mixture of stuff. I would buy new bedding thinking that would be “enough” and make me love it, and it just never was. It was never a spot I loved or wanted to spend time in, it was just a spot for sleeping.

A few years ago, we decided our project would be our master bedroom and that we finally wanted to focus some time and budget there! Man oh man, I’m so glad we did! I truly love our room now. It feels more like a retreat at the end of a long day, rather than an eye sore.

Today I’m sharing some tips on how to create a neutral and cozy master bedroom! One you can relax in, be proud of and enjoy!

Here is a list of things we did to our room when we changed things up:

Paint! We had the room painted in Sherwin Williams Perfect Greige. Paint can make one of the biggest impacts when decorating!
We got rid of the cherry headboard we had since we first got married and we got a linen upholstered headboard. You can find our exact one here.
I lucked into 2 adorable matching nightstands at old time pottery!
New bedding! I went for the super neutral look of ivory, because I knew I wanted to be able to change out my pillows for different seasons. It has worked perfectly! My exact bedding is no longer available, but you can find a couple of “dupes” here and here.

Painted furniture! I painted the long dresser and the tall chest from Cherry and dark wood, to white and bright! That was a game changer and so much less expensive than replacing and buying new! You can see the older post from where I painted the dresser here.
Rug! Putting that larger rug under the bed was the perfect touch. It was a home goods find, but here are a couple of similar styles. Here and here!
Little coordinating bench was a Marshall’s find and went so good with the headboard. Here are a couple of cute ones I found online! Here and here!
Craigslist find chair to create a cozy little area for sitting. If you have space- ALWAYS add a chair (or 2) to your room! I just ordered this BUFFALO CHECK chair in gray! I will either put it in here or down in the living room. Haven’t decided yet!
DECOR AND PILLOWS!! The sky is the limit here! Bringing in things like pillows and throws, little trays, wall décor, etc. will make all the difference!

Adding those different elements all added up to a total room transformation and made a HUGE impact!

Most recently, I got those cute buffalo check pillows from my boys for Christmas. (They came from Kirkland’s). I also replaced the Euro Shams with these cable knit ones from Wayfair and I love them so much more than what I had before that always stayed so wrinkled! Mine are the color Gray, but there are several color options to pick from! I really love the silver too!

Did this project take some time and money? Yes, it did. But I truly feel it was worth every penny and then some! I write this to encourage you that it is ok to decorate for YOU!! So what if the door is closed most of the time and not many people see your bedroom?! YOU SEE IT!

Every day and every night. You see your room. If you have it within your means to make some changes, even if you start small and do little bits at a time. Decorate your room for YOU! I promise you will love the feeling of a cozy room at the end of the day. I know I do!

Until next time…

Stacey

Here is a picture of our master bedroom from back in the day! I wish I had more…but back then I didn’t blog so I didn’t take too many pics of it! Can you believe the difference?!

Bonnie Owenson January 22, 2019 at 4:43 PM
It’s beautiful! I love your designs!!
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- Stacey Collinson January 23, 2019 at 10:46 AM
  Thank you!
Nealie Stillon January 22, 2019 at 5:27 PM
Gosh what a transformation!!! Love the new look. I expected to see the white and black check pillows, lol. You’ve inspired me to change some things in my bedroom!!!!♥️
- Stacey Collinson January 23, 2019 at 10:46 AM
  Aww, yay!! Thanks so much!
Paulaon January 22, 2019 at 9:44 PM
OMG Stacey I just love your bedroom? what a warm & relaxing room! Your new wall color is so pretty but it looks real similar to the old one(which was so pretty too! ) I have such a hard time picking paint! But you pick a winner for every room! Love it all?
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  Stacey Collinson January 23, 2019 at 10:47 AM
  Thanks! It’s very different from the last color. May not look it in pictures, but it is!
Barbara Hortonon January 23, 2019 at 1:55 PM
What size is the sign hanging over your wedding picture , so love it , enjoy watching your video’s , you are so talented !
- Stacey Collinson January 25, 2019 at 8:40 AM
  I’m not sure…I would have to measure and let you know. And thank you!
Novia Thomason January 24, 2019 at 12:31 PM
Where did you get your Loved you then sign? I absolutely love it!
- Stacey Collinson January 25, 2019 at 8:40 AM
  A local girl made it, but she is no longer making signs. Thanks!
Loretta Glasson January 25, 2019 at 9:43 AM
WOW, so COZY Stacey! You know I will be trying to duplicate what I can. LOVE the sign!
- Stacey Collinson January 25, 2019 at 3:22 PM
  Thank you!! I love a cozy space!
Abon January 28, 2019 at 9:38 PM
Hello, curious as to where your wall art above the bed is from. Thank you.
- Stacey Collinson January 29, 2019 at 9:01 AM
  Hi! It’s from Kirkland’s a few years ago. Thanks!

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Add in warm, natural textures and materials

Wood, linen, rattan, wicker, stone, wool: these are all materials that exude warmth so dot them around your room to make your bedroom feel cosy. How do suede lampshades, wool pillows and soft brown wicker furniture sound?

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Soft blues, reminiscent of the sky and ocean, are widely regarded as the most relaxing for a bedroom. Gentle greens, which bring to mind natural landscapes, and warm neutrals like beige or soft whites, can also create a serene and peaceful setting.

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For a medium-sized project, have her pick out a new paint color and redo the walls or, better yet, go ahead and paste on a bold wallpaper. If you're ready to do something big, we've got ideas for that too: Add a built-in desk, commission a hand-painted mural, or install bunk beds for when her friends sleep over.

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Pretty in Pink

The soft pink wall color is age-neutral, and the ornate rug and tufted bed frame can grow up along with your child. A crystal chandelier adds sparkle and maturity to the space. For a bedroom idea for a small room, stick with a twin bed and narrow furniture with plenty of storage.

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A cosy room should definitely be welcoming and warm as if it's in touch with your emotions. The best way to create this feeling is by using the right colour scheme as part of your interior design. Colours that meet these criteria are oranges, yellows, and reds.

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Placement of the bed: The principles of Vastu according to master bedroom Vastu tips recommend placing the bed in either the south or west direction so that the legs are in the north or east direction. It should be in the center of the room instead of a corner.

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