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$100 Room Challenge – Week Three

$100 room challenge

Welcome to week three of the $100 Room Challenge.  In case you are just joining in and wondering what the heck is this, let me give you a little recap.  The challenge is the idea of Erin from Lemons, Lavender & Laundry. It was a personal challenge she undertook until this year when she invited other bloggers to join her on the quest to makeover one room with a budget of only $100 in only one month!

I jumped right in and decided to update our dinging room.  It is not bad as it is, but my goal is to give our home more of a “farmhouse” feel, which to me means calm, cozy and welcoming.  Somewhere you just want to put your feet up and stay awhile.

$100 Room Challenge Dining Room Edition

So, my approach to a challenge (specifically a room makeover) is similar to my approach on studying for exams way back when.  If the exam was on a Friday I would finally get around to studying on Wednesday, maybe even Thursday.  The thing was, I always did well on the exam so I never considered changing my method!

Here we are in week three and I don’t have much new to report. 

Last week I posed the question about painting my buffet table or not and I got lots of great feedback.  No fun in sharing that decision with you today…..you will have to wait until the reveal next week!!

Since the reveal is next Wednesday it is time to start cramming for the exam!  With our scheduled cleared for the weekend with the exception of taking in the ice wine festival Saturday night, it will be go, go, go!

Oddly enough I am not stressed about it in the least.  I know exactly what needs to be done and I am really excited about sharing the final results with you next week!

I am sure you are sitting on the edge of your seats just waiting to see the reveal, so I thought I would give you a link or two for a few other room makeovers I have undertaken in the past.  While the budget was a bit higher than $100, both rooms were done on a pretty darn tight budget! You can check out Leslie’s bathroom remodel here, and our living room reveal here.  Don’t get too attached to the living room though, it is the next room on my makeover list!

Don’t forget to check out the other bloggers progress by visiting the links below!

Be sure to join me next week for the $100 Room Challenge reveal!  I hope it will encourage you that even on a tight budget you can make a big difference to your space, even when you are short on time!!

Until next time….

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  1. Erin @ Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry says

    January 18, 2017 at 11:44 am

    You sound like me. I always crammed the night before. I’m sure this space is going to be beautiful, with a bit of farmhouse charm. Can’t wait for next week.

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  2. Deborah says

    January 18, 2017 at 12:38 pm

    I don’t feel stressed either, which is pretty amazing. I can’t wait to see what you decided.

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  3. ashley@biggerthanthethreeofus says

    January 18, 2017 at 2:16 pm

    I’m not overly stressed either! So weird for me!

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  4. Zografia | Bisozozo says

    January 18, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    That exam system is very popular. Last minute things and calls are usually the best. Unless you are my husband, then they are your enemy!

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  5. Brittany Goldwyn says

    January 18, 2017 at 5:01 pm

    Oh man, I’m the opposite…I get things done early and then am DYING waiting to share!

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  6. Tracy says

    January 18, 2017 at 7:49 pm

    I am the queen of procrastination! I can’t wait to see the reveal!

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  7. Patti Estep says

    January 19, 2017 at 10:30 am

    I am the total opposite lol. I have to do things right away or I’ll have anxiety to get it done. Looking forward to your reveal.

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  8. Maria Brittis says

    January 19, 2017 at 2:12 pm

    I love that hanging map, everything is looking so stylish and rustic. I am like you where I like to do things a few days before. Great job.
    Maria

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  9. Angie @ Postcards from the Ridge says

    January 19, 2017 at 5:12 pm

    Haha. I always procrastinated studying too. And usually hated myself for it! Can’t wait to see how everything turns out.

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  10. Natalie @ A Turtle's Life for Me says

    January 19, 2017 at 10:33 pm

    I procrastinate on everything and this challenge is no exception! Can’t wait to see all our rooms come together!

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  11. Meredith Wouters says

    January 20, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    Your studying skills are identical to mine! I know it will all come together…

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  12. Kristen says

    January 20, 2017 at 9:04 pm

    Haha, totally get the cramming! Good luck with everything and can’t wait to see it all done!

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  13. Amy | Stow and TellU says

    January 21, 2017 at 12:47 pm

    Oh how I wish I could be more ahead of the game, but it usually doesn’t turn out that way. Here’s to deadlines!! Loved both of your other room remodels. That bathroom update is amazing!! Looking forward to your reveal!

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    • Maureen says

      January 21, 2017 at 3:43 pm

      Thank you Amy!

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  14. Leanna says

    January 24, 2017 at 8:29 pm

    Hi Maureen: I am about to take on refinishing my table and chairs. They are solid wood and perfectly sturdy but their finish is coming off. I cannot wait to see what you did with yours. I am facing the same decision.

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