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Dr Seuss Bedroom Reveal

February 25, 2014 By Sarah Westover McKenna 54 Comments

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HELLO!!!!!  I am SO EXCITED to show you my son’s Dr. Seuss bedroom.  I have been working on it for soo long, and I am immensely relieve that it is finally finished!  Today I am going to flood you with pictures and share where I got a few things, but there will be many tutorials to come in the future, don’t you worry.  Are you ready?  I am!  Eeek!!!

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Welcome to Callum’s room.  Come on in, and prepare to see some COLOR!

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I love this view.  It’s just so dang cheery, dontcha think?

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As you enter the first thing you see is a quote from Dr. Seuss framed by a book page collage (printable and tutorial HERE).  And just past the frame…..the closet reading nook!  This is probably my personal favorite part of the room because I love used to teach elementary school, and I have a children’s literature obsession, so I love that my son is so excited about reading in his reading nook.  It is full of most of my former classroom library, and it is even jazzed up with some Dr. Seuss cutouts that I found at Michael’s in the teacher section of the store.  My boy was particularly blown away by that giant Cat in the Hat!

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He also loves closing the curtain his mama made so that he can hide and read in secret.  🙂  (Here are tutorials for the curtain, as well as the little ric rac pillow.)

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Moving on from the closet into the main room.  I love this view!

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Can I tell you about the things in this picture?  The bedframe is an antique that belonged to my grandmother.  I love it.  The dresser is a hand-me-down from a friend that I painted way back when I was pregnant with my sweet boy.  Luckily the colors that I picked still work.  We will talk about the things on top of it in a minute.  I made the pennant banners using old Dr. Seuss books.  The name is large wooden letters from Hobby Lobby that I painted.  I put them up by glueing thumbtacks onto the back of them and then pushing them onto the wall where I liked them.

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The lamps are two thrift store finds that I spray painted white and got new lampshades.  The lampshades were simple ones from Target that I  jazzed up with ric rac and hot glue.  I just love ric rac.  It’s so whimsical!

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I love this picture he drew of the Cat in the Hat for his artwork display frame.  He asked me to help him by drawing next to him, but apparently I got the colors all wrong.  The Cat in the Hat apparently wears a BLUE hat.  Silly, silly mommy….  😉

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Callum’s bed got a Dr. Seuss makeover thanks to Ikea and the Robert Kaufman line of Dr. Seuss fabric.  I used an old comforter from my parents’ basement and gave it a new look with a red Ikea duvet cover.  The ah-ma-zing quilt is courtesy of my mother-in-law, and the pillows I made.  (She actually gave him that quilt years ago, and when I was deciding what to do with his room I decided to build it around that quilt because I love it so much!)  Here is a tutorial for the patterned pillows, and the tutorial for the cuddle fabric body pillow case is coming up very soon.

Dr Seuss Room Reveal - WM-8 I LOVE these Dr. Seuss pillows!!! What a perfect way to add fun touches to a kid's bedroom! I LOVE these Dr. Seuss pillows!!! What a perfect way to add fun touches to a kid's bedroom!

It’s TRUFFULA TREE TIME!!!!  Aren’t they silly and fun?  My boy is CRAZY about them!  Those silly frames are from Ikea.  I love them!

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Now take a look at the other side of the room!!!  THE STRIPES!!!  I wanted to do rainbow colored stripes, but everyone acted like I was crazy.  I did it anyway, and I am so glad!  I think they give the room just the right Seuss-y feel.  What do you think?

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My son’s favorite part of his new Dr. Seuss room is the dress-up corner.  I LOVE his imagination.  It is on hyperdrive 100% of the time.  He runs around living in his own little dream world.  I love hearing his stories about the worlds and games in his mind.  I was the same way when I was little, so it brings me great joy to make and buy him costumes and props.  In this picture you may spy his dragon and cheetah costumes, made by my mother-in-law.  You can also see the no-sew superhero costumes that I made for my boy last year hanging on the shelf that I painted with blue stripes.  I think the wavy Ikea mirrors add just the right touch.

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I made over a wooden toybox for the dress-up corner as well.  A post is coming on that as well.

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Let’s take a look at the other side of the room.  This side contains the kitchen and the bulletin board to hold all of his artwork and photos.  You may have seen the tutorial for the round bulletin boards last week.  A tutorial for the covers to those squatty little Ikea stools can be found HERE.  (That is also an Ikea end table.)

OMG! Love this Dr. Seuss bedroom! I love this Dr. Seuss bedroom! Too cute! OMG! Such a fun Dr. Seuss bedroom! These mini bulletin boards look crazy simple--totally using this technique with my own fabric to make some for the house! Dr Seuss Stool Covers-26 Dr Seuss Stool Covers-31 Dr Seuss Room Reveal-14

(As I am sure you noticed, a few of these kitchen pictures were taken a while ago when I first made the stool covers.  That is why there is nothing on the walls at that point.)

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Well, what do you think?  Do you love it or is it way too over the top for you?  (Just say it in a nice way, please!)  It speaks to my elementary school teacher soul.  Last night in his bedtime prayer my boy said, “Thank you for Mommy making me my Dr. Seuss room.”  Worth the months of work?  Ummm…..yes.  A big, resounding yes!

Here are a few Before & After shots for your enjoyment.  I am so thrilled with the change!

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Thank you for stopping by, and be sure to check out his little sister’s sweet, girly nursery as well!

I adore this sweet nursery for a baby girl!

Sweet, Girly Nursery Reveal

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Sarah Westover McKenna

Sarah Westover McKenna

Sarah is the scattered creative mind behind Bombshell Bling. A former elementary school teacher and a current stay-at-home mom, she loves developing her creativity through her blog and her jewelry design business, Bombshell Bling Jewelry. Sarah is a lover of all things vintage, colorful, and BLING. She is also a sweets addict with a major obsession with s'mores.
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Comments

  1. Heather says

    February 25, 2014 at 2:58 am

    Wow! His room is amazing! You did a great job on it! I truly love the Truffula trees! I like how even the littlest things tie into the theme of his room, like the seat covers, alarm clock and the direction sign. Oh and the reading nook is also a favorite of mine!

    Reply
    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 10:33 am

      Thank you, Heather! I love the details as well. Glad someone else noticed them. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Margie Visnick says

    February 25, 2014 at 4:49 am

    This room is so awesome!! What a fantastic idea for a kid’s room and fostering a love of reading-especially the special reading nook!Love it all, and I wish my kids were still young enough for me to do it!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 10:33 am

      Thank you, Margie!

      Reply
  3. marissa says

    February 25, 2014 at 7:27 am

    Sarah it is beyond amazing!! You are so insanely talented and I love every single thing! My favorite are the stripes, the creative dress up station and all those fun pillows! What a room!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 10:32 am

      THANK YOU, Friend!!! Love you!!

      Reply
  4. Faith says

    February 25, 2014 at 8:13 am

    What a cool room! I think I want it for me! 🙂

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 10:32 am

      Haha, thanks Faith! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Laura says

    February 25, 2014 at 8:41 am

    Wow Sary!!!! That looks incredible! I can’t believe how long he must’ve spent on that. And I loved spotting my repurposed previously think shelf. 🙂 is it over the top? Of course! But so is Dr. Seuss! After all, it isn’t for you, it is for Callum. I think it’s perfect

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 10:32 am

      Thanks sis!! I forgot I stole the shelf from your room. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Erin says

    February 25, 2014 at 8:52 am

    I love it! I think it is so fun and colorful! I just designed my first kid’s room (we are expecting our first baby any day) and very seriously thought about doing a Dr. Seuss theme. I am seriously regretting it now. Maybe some day. There are so many interesting details.

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 10:31 am

      Thanks, Erin! The great thing about Seuss is that it is appropriate for any age! Someday you can do it! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Victoria @obSEUSSed says

    February 25, 2014 at 8:56 am

    SEUSStastic! That closet reading nook is so cool! My daughter has the perfect closet to do that. I’m inspired by so many of your ideas. I love all the ric rac and the wavy mirrors! The quote with the book page mat looks amazing too. The truffula trees really make a nice statement and grab your eye and tell you Dr. Seuss as soon as you enter the room. I love his dress up box too with Dr. Seuss touches. So many fabulous details! I’ll grab a few pics to feature and link them here to see more. Your son is so lucky to have such a creative mom!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 10:31 am

      Thanks, Victoria!! I would love to be featured! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Rachel Nielson says

    February 25, 2014 at 9:02 am

    Great job, sister!! Looks amazing!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 10:23 am

      Thanks sis! xo

      Reply
  9. Chrissy says

    February 25, 2014 at 11:04 am

    It is perfect. I am a fellow dr Seuss lover, and love that you finished it right around Dr Seuss’ birthday! Callum will be loving it for a long time. Well done!!!!

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  10. katie says

    February 25, 2014 at 11:20 am

    This is so dang cute–great job on the room!

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  11. Linda Bragg says

    February 25, 2014 at 11:54 am

    I love it, the reading nook is fantastic.

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  12. Danielle says

    February 25, 2014 at 11:58 am

    This room is SO. Dang. Fun!!! Love it 😀 He’s going to enjoy that for along while….FABULOUS job, Sarah!

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  13. Kara says

    February 25, 2014 at 12:16 pm

    Love it!! Dr Seuss is a favorite in our home (and when I taught in the classroom). This is an AWESOME room & it has just the right amount of “quick” to make it Seuss-y!! I’m sure your boy adores his room. Well done!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 3:12 pm

      Thanks, friend!

      Reply
  14. Katie @ Made to be a Momma says

    February 25, 2014 at 12:24 pm

    Oh my goodness!! What an adorable room! LOVE all the colors!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 3:13 pm

      Thank you, Katie!

      Reply
  15. Crystal Nell says

    February 25, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    Love, love, love it!! It’s amazing!! You did an incredible job. It makes me wish I were a kid again so I could play in the room. Thanks for the tip about hot glueing thumbtacks to the back of the letters…great idea!! The room rocks!!!!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      February 25, 2014 at 3:13 pm

      Thank you, Crystal!!

      Reply
  16. Julie says

    February 28, 2014 at 12:44 pm

    Love it. It’s perfect for a little boy’s room.

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  17. Daniela @ Put A Bird On It says

    February 28, 2014 at 5:31 pm

    What a cute idea for a bedroom! You’ll have to have a Dr. Seuss party in it this weekend. 🙂 If you haven’t already, I’d love for you to link up at Link’n Blogs. 🙂
    http://iputabirdonit.blogspot.com/2014/02/linkn-blogs-14.html

    xo
    Daniela
    Put A Bird On It

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  18. Raeesa says

    February 28, 2014 at 11:03 pm

    I’ve been looking for a way to paint my daughters room for ages and everything for girls is pink pink pink!
    I prefer bursts of colour. I am so going to start on a plan to do something like this for them. Thanks for sharing your work

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      March 2, 2014 at 3:31 pm

      Oh yeah! I’m so glad the room inspired you!! Happy painting! 🙂

      Reply
  19. Angela says

    March 1, 2014 at 8:29 am

    I know that I have already told you in person that I think this is a fabulous space, but it can’t hurt to hear it again 😉 I love how colorful and how fun and how Sarah this room is. My mind would never be able to come up with such a colorful space. Not only did yours, but you made it happen! Callum is one lucky boy!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      March 2, 2014 at 3:30 pm

      Thanks, Friend!! 🙂

      Reply
  20. Jenn says

    March 2, 2014 at 4:13 pm

    Seriously Sarah – this space is absolutely amazing!! I can’t believe how much care and detail went into this but it is perfect!!! Hope Callum enjoys it for many years to come!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      March 2, 2014 at 8:39 pm

      Thank you so much, Jenn!!

      Reply
  21. Liz Farrell says

    March 3, 2014 at 9:53 am

    Love this room! The book closet is amazing! So creative.

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      March 3, 2014 at 11:04 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  22. Delia @songthatdoesntend says

    March 3, 2014 at 9:58 am

    I love it, love it, love it! Never before have I been so sucked in by a child’s room. I am now considering re-decorating my little girl’s room. My 22 month old loves cars, but I may just go Dr. Seuss now 🙂

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      March 3, 2014 at 11:03 am

      THANK YOU!!!!!!!!

      Reply
  23. Debbie says

    March 9, 2014 at 6:31 am

    Amazing room!

    We will be moving soon and I want to decorate a room for when my my younger grandchildren visit…… I thought that Dr. Seuss would be a great choice for both the boys and girls. I love all your ideas! Thanks for sharing……my mind is in overload with all the possibilities!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      March 9, 2014 at 9:10 am

      Yes, perfect for both genders!!! 🙂 THanks for the kind words!

      Reply
  24. Rachel says

    March 28, 2014 at 3:28 am

    I LOVE this room and I think it is one of the best little boy rooms I’ve seen! So whimsical and colourful. Just gorgeous x

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      March 28, 2014 at 11:09 am

      Thank you so much!!

      Reply
  25. Julie says

    March 30, 2014 at 12:37 pm

    I absolutely love this! I will be adopting and would love to create a room like this!

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      March 31, 2014 at 6:08 pm

      My sister is an adoptive mom, so we LOVE adoption! CONGRATS!

      Reply
  26. Sindy says

    July 24, 2014 at 5:38 am

    Hey ……I love the room. I’m a pre schol teacher and I’m in love with all Dr. Seuss stuff. This past December we had a Seuss Christmas and I’m looking forward to having another one. His room looks amazing! I love the “rainbow” wall. It ties everything together. I have a question …so you turned his closet into a reading nook which by the way is a wonderful idea. Its fun and and a creative way to keep children reading. Where did you end up putting his clothes?…..

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    • Sarah Westover McKenna says

      July 24, 2014 at 4:45 pm

      It’s all in the dresser. 5 year olds don’t have much that needs to hang. 🙂

      Reply
  27. Angela @ Simply Beautiful By Angela says

    February 14, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    You did an amazing job! I love bright and colorful it is 🙂

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  28. Melissa says

    February 15, 2017 at 5:53 pm

    How adorable is this room? You did a great job! Thanks for sharing it with us at the Family Joy Blog Link Party this week. Please join us again next week.

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  29. Carol says

    February 16, 2017 at 5:08 am

    I’ve been a Dr Seuss fan since elementary school. Love the room and my favorite part are the Seuss trees in the corner.

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  30. Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled says

    February 16, 2017 at 7:21 pm

    Great job! It’s very Dr. Seuss indeed. Love the ric rac on the lamp shades. Visiting from Craft Frenzy Friday party.

    Reply
  31. Erlene says

    February 19, 2017 at 1:47 pm

    All the colors look so fun! Thanks for posting on the Merry Monday Link Party!

    Reply
  32. Angie Rose says

    February 19, 2017 at 2:04 pm

    Hi Sarah! What a wonderful bedroom makeover, I absolutely love how it came out. I adore the reading nook! Thank you so much for sharing with us at Dishing It & Digging It & congratulations on being featured this week!

    Reply
  33. Heidi says

    February 21, 2017 at 2:19 pm

    What a fun room! So colorful and creative! Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday!

    Reply
  34. Theresa says

    February 22, 2017 at 10:44 am

    I’ve been working on my teens room. I love the colors of this room & all the great ideas. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight Party @DearCreatives Pinned & shared.

    Reply

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