First of all, I just have to say thank you for all the love and kind words about the master bedroom refresh reveal. It feels amazing to know that all the patience and decisions that went into it was worthwhile. (In case you missed it, here is the full reveal.)
I also got a lot of questions about the process of refreshing  a room overtime instead of all at once. A few of you asked:

- Why did it take you 3 years?
- Didn’t the feeling of not being complete drive you nuts?
- How did you keep it top of mind without forgetting what pieces you wanted to add?
- What if something you wanted went out of stock?
I wanted to spend some time sharing why the room took time and also how to help you do the same!

The reason it took so long is really financial. It’s definitely not inexpensive to buy new furniture and buying it all at once makes it even harder.

Now that being said, what I learned from the process is that the slow transformation made it so much more practical for us. Instead of getting all new furniture, there were pieces that happened to cross our paths over the course of time that were perfect fits for the space but nothing we would have considered previously.

Some were reorganized from other spaces in our house, some were new vendors we discovered and loved, and some were family heirlooms that we blew the dust off of and gave new life. In this way we were able to save money and adjust the design to fit where we were and are in life.

I remember when I originally did my office makeover a few years ago, I bought a bunch of pieces all at once and then a couple months later I realized it wasn’t exactly what I had wanted.

With my bedroom it has been a slow but deeply personal evolution ensuring that the space transforms with us rather than a splash in the pan makeover.

Not only is the function of the space something that has been a great realization but also the deals you find by timing things up. There are times of the year where you can find retailers giving huge discounts on pricey purchases that can keep your budget on track and give you more bang for your buck in the long run.

So to help you guys style your next room overtime, I’ve put together my list of where and when to get some of the best deals for a bedroom (CLICK HERE to download).. It includes the template I like to use to track my wish list items (of course, I use Pinterest for that too). Last year I did similar blog posts and checklists for the living room and outdoor patio. 
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Now this year I’m starting on another room in the house to style with time. The living room!  I’m excited about this transformation and although it will be slow and steady just like the master, I’ll be sharing my design inspiration for the space in a few weeks so stay tuned!

What’s a room in your house that has been needing some love and attention? Join me on the style with time makeover. As you do your room, I’ll work on mine and we can enjoy the fun and frustration together!

Xoxo,
Jessica

If you missed it last month, I kicked off the series for styling a room overtime. (Check out Living Room Tips Here). With summer approaching, it can be so tempting to go out and get the latest and greatest items (and for a few items you totally should - you deserve it), but it may help your overall budget to do just a little planning. Don't worry we have a guide below to help.

What I have found from my years of project management is that you generally have 3 key items that come together to make the perfect project. Resources (including mula), time, and quality. The three are generally at odds with each other and thanks to so many home renovations we see on social media and tv, we generally are looking for all three to be quick, amazing, and affordable. 

In this series, I help guide you to making only a few trade-offs when it comes to time so that you can maximize your budget for the most high quality, items of your dreams. So without further ado here are some helpful tips for styling your outdoor space or patio with time. 

FURNITURE 

• September - retailers are looking to clear out their inventory post summer so look for the best deals in September. 

SPACE HEATERS

• March, July - After the cold winter, you will find some steep discounts on space heaters and then again at the peak of summer when it's too hot. You may not think you need a patio heater in July, but you could score a great deal for when things start to cool down. 

PILLOWS, POTS AND ACCENTS

• January, September - for pillows, linen item sales hit a high in January, so grab yourself some pillows, napkins and table cloths then. For the remaining entertaining supplies wait till post season sales and get super cute dishware, pots, and accessories. 

GARDENING SUPPLIES

• April - The best time to buy garden supplies tends to be at the beginning and end of the season. Find great deals on tractors, lawn mowers, and power washes to spruce up your space. 

GRILL & BBQ SUPPLIES

• July - post Independence day you will start seeing a drop in prices lasting through August. You may have to wait mid season to get the dream grill, but it will be worth it. 

​Get the best Outdoor Decor Style with Time Checklist to help plan all the pieces for your Living Room and best time of year to buy to make the most of your budget. 

Hope the guide helps you guys, and don't forget, all good things take time!

Jessica