Gabriella's Nursery

** To read up on all the steps we took prior to the finished project start here **

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Painting
We have been looking for a rug for such a long time! I was fortunate to find this one at Target and luckily we had gift cards :)

PAINT COLORS:
Aqua Spray by Behr
Hidden Meadow by Behr
Her closet!!! I wanted to paint the inside of the closet a different color but we had already put the shelving in before I decided that. Maybe when she's older. I love how organized and huge it is! The top left is for shirts, bottom left is bottoms, top right is skirts and dresses and bottom right are clothes she doesn't fit in yet.

Here is her BRAND new FREE crib :) and the bedding. We were going to use Ty's old crib but it was recalled so we got a $280 giftcard to Target and bought this one! We opted to not buy the complete bedding set because I didn't need a diaper stacker, bumpers or comforter and didn't need all the extra fluff. Saved a ton of money that way!

Those heart shaped wreaths were made by my mother in law. She made one of them for my shower and I loved it so much we wanted to use it in the nursery! Her name or a saying will go in the middle of the wreaths right above the crib

I am in love with the shadow boxes. We got all of them for 11 bucks at Ross. The larger one will be for all of her hospital stuff. Then we have an ultrasound picture. Eventually I'll add a picture of Ty and Ella together and a picture of both of their handprints.

BEFOREWe got this lovely gem for free :)

AFTER

This project was super fun and CHEAP! I made those boxes out of cardboard boxes and fabric. The sides are sprayed with white spray paint. We were trying to find a specific size for the opening and we couldn't find anything! Or ones we did find were like $15 a basket. Ummm, sorry... we were not about to spend $45 bucks on three baskets. We got the dresser for free and sanded, primed and painted it white. We got the beautiful matching knobs as a gift.

This was a mirror my mom gave to Tyler and I after we got married to decorate our first apartment. I wanted to add that to the room so we spray painted it white and added the cute butterflies to it!

Got the shelf from Target. The "cupcakes" were made from receiving blankets and onesies. They were baby shower decorations from my talented sister in law, Kristi and I just loved them so we added them to her nursery. My mom bought this book and had everyone who came to my shower sign it and leave messages for Ella. It was a wonderful idea and something Ella will be able to treasure forever!

It is finally done!!!! We were very fortunate to reuse a bunch of things we already had which cut the costs down a lot! We also received a TON of handmade items from our wonderful family. It was nice to use gifts that our family members made especially for her. We also received a ton as gifts or through giftcards! Well, we are technically missing the decal but besides that everything else is done! All we need is our little Ella :)

36 Weeks!!

Well well well. We have 1 more month until little miss will be here! We have finally finished her nursery! We will probably post pictures the end of this week or next. We are waiting on my mother in law to finish one of her super cute wall decorations. So whenever that is done we will post them. We have also been looking into a wall decal with her name but haven't found much luck. I have stalked etsy but unfortunately, we found one we liked and waited too long so I'm hoping they re list it.

Both of our hospital bags are now packed. Thank goodness. I'm not overly packing. I looked at a bunch of lists but decided to just follow the basics that my hospital advised. That way, we don't have too much to lug around. All of her newborn clothes, towels, blankets, bouncers&swings and sheets are washed! It was surreal to wash all of her little and PINK stuff. Ty has been such a trooper and very helpful. I put her car seat mirror up while he used the hand vac to clean out the car. He has been getting very anxious and I think a little frustrated that it has taken so long. He gets the cutest little smile when he feels my tummy and she moves. Tyler has also finalized his plans to take 3 weeks off :) We are so excited to have Daddy stay and help us. Although, I'm sure he is excited to have a much needed break from work!

Luckily, pregnancy has been amazing. No swollen feet. No severe heartburn. No waddling. I'm tired but not overly tired. No constipation and I'm not running to the toilet often. I am definitely game for her to stay in for the whole four weeks! However, I still have the thought of her coming early--which if she is like Ty, she could be here in two weeks! Eeeek!

Baby Shower

I had THE most amazing baby shower! I wanted something small and intimate and everyone went above and beyond to throw the most perfect baby shower. My sister in law Kristi, my cousin's wife Jen and my sister Vanessa did an amazing job! My mom and mother in law also helped but they stayed more in the background so they could enjoy the fun. I am so thankful with the amazing job each woman did. I am so lucky to have such wonderful and selfless women in my life. Ella was completely spoiled and received a TON of cute clothes. This little girl is set for the first year of her life! We also received a ton of "essentials" like lotions, body wash, towels, bows, socks etc.

Thank you so much for everyone that went out of their way to come to my baby shower! We are so thankful to have such great people in our lives who were able support our little Ella :)

Thank you so much ladies. I think you guys could have a career in party planning ;-)