Just a little over a month ago- I asked Momof6 readers to help me figure out how to makeover our kids playroom. Our old playroom was making me crazy- it was overly packed with things that the kids had outgrown and the furniture that was in there had been destroyed….
This microfiber sofa, originally purchased about 15 years ago and moved into the kids playroom last year, had lost its battle against the kids.
The walls were painted a bright, happy, sky-blue and the super-deep bookshelves are painted all kinds of primary colors- so the room now seemed too young for my growing kids…
And these two bookshelves that flank the door needed to be de-cluttered and put to better use….
And I needed to figure out what to do with the bean bag chairs? Stay or go…..
This whole room needed an update and needed to fit how the kids really use the space, which is now kind of like a kids media room. A place for them to hang out, watch TV, play the Wii, gather for cards or a board game, and it also needed to hold a few toys, trucks, and Legos for my youngest son who has not quite outgrown this stage.
So after decluttering the space (with the kids help) and painting the room on our own- we are now ready to show you…
The Playroom Makeover REVEAL!
Okay- so at first I set my budget really low (reasonable-like) at $400. I figured that would allow for some new paint, some bins for organization and perhaps a cheap futon couch or two. And then….. my husband got involved.
And he insisted that buying two cheap futons would just be like throwing money away because the kids would destroy them in under a year. And in my heart- I knew he was right…. I just didn't want to spend the $ right now. Obviously- he won that argument. And I couldn't be more pleased.
And then he insisted that it was time to invest in a better TV too- because the 16-year old model that weighed 100 lbs was just an eyesore. But we both knew that today's rectangular model wouldn't fit in our bookcases unless it was really small. So we decided to buy a super-thin screen TV and mount it in the bookcase so that it could extend outside of the walls just a bit. I don't love it…. but it did give us a solution that didn't involve cutting into the woodwork.
And I love, love, love the colors! The red rug (which we already owned) was our inspiration for the room. We painted the walls a soft shade of grey and the interior of all of the shelves a deep rich granite grey which contrasts nicely against the bright white trim of the room. I used inexpensive red and grey pop-up bins to contain the games and toys on the shelves.
And the rest of the board games, Wii accessories, puzzles, Legos, and more live in the lower cabinets. And we kept the train table and are using it as a coffee table that also stores my son's collection of cars and trucks.
For artwork- I went the “free route”- creating prints in PicMonkey that matched an inspiring theme I had found on pinterest, and placing them in frames we already owned.
All the things that I wish for my kids…
Be…. thankful, kind, yourself, organized (of course!), creative, positive, curious, bold, honest and awesome!
So my friends…. what do you think?
Ashley says
Love this room! Just wondering where you purchased your previous couch from(the one you had for years) I’m looking for a sectional like it for my kids game room
Sharon says
I bought it at Burdines Dept Stores many years ago…. Burdines is now part of the Macy’s organization…. but seriously, that olive colored couch was more than 15 years old!
Barb says
Looks Great!
Angie says
Gorgeous. You did an amazing job. A room everyone can enjoy, even Mom. 🙂
Diana Mack says
Dear Sharon:
You never cease to amaze! Such fun and organized (nice built-ins). Congrats and hope the kids enjoy! Thanks for inspiring!
Barbi says
Dear Sharon,
Amazing transformation!!! All the planning, painting, decluttering, worrying, moving stuff around, etc., sure looks like it was well worth all your efforts. I was an original commenter so I figured you’d like some more feedback. I knew whatever you chose to do would be spectacular and it certainly is. Your family will make lots of wonderful memories together in this room. Best Wishes to you. Toodles, Barbi
Sharon says
Thanks so much Barbi!
Chazmomof4 says
Wowie!!! I love it! You all did a great job. You’ve given me inspiration. Thank you for your posts and sharing your life with all of us!
Sharon says
Thanks for your comment- it is so nice to hear that you are feeling inspired by our playroom makeover!
Michele says
I love the colours you used (they are similar to what we used in our basement rec room. This will be a favourite room in your house I’m sure!
Sharon says
It already is! I find myself just putting my laptop on my lap and working in there during the day instead of at my desk!
Laurie says
This looks great! These are pretty awesome ideas for my big kid’s (husband) video game/sports watching room downstairs.
Sharon says
Oh yes- it works as a big-kids playroom too! 🙂
Linda Thomas says
Love, Love, Love it. Would you like to spend a week or so decorating our house!
Sharon says
Of course I would! And would you like to spend a week or so looking after my kiddos so I can come out? 🙂
Laura says
It looks fantastic Sharon!!
Sharon says
Thanks Laura! And thanks for the shout-out in your post yesterday on Menu Plan Monday!
Kris C. says
So your husband is the spender? Just the opposite in our house. lol. Love the room…clean, fresh, uncluttered…beautiful! The artwork is a really nice touch, too. I might have to steal that idea!
Sharon says
Steal away! And yes- when it comes to big purchases like this- Steve takes a longer view and thinks more strategically…. which sometimes is just not thinking “out of the box” but out of the budget too!
Adrienne says
Terrific!! It looks sophisticated, yet comfortable and welcoming. This will be the place where all your kids’ friends will want to hang out! Where did you find the couch and chairs? Really love the artwork – would you do a post about how to do this? I’m not familiar with PicMonkey. And what do the kids think of it? I think the room needs a new name – “Playroom” just doesn’t fit anymore. We did this when we re-purposed our tiny “Playroom” into “The Den” – like yours, our room is now focused on tv/device time and reading. It needed a new label to reinforce its purpose!
You must feel GREAT about what you’ve accomplished!! Wonderful job.
Adrienne P., Chicago, IL
Sharon says
The couch and chairs came from Raymour and Flanigan- a local furniture retailer- during their big Labor Day sale. And I have done a series of posts on how to use PicMonkey for scrapbooking that covers all of the details on how to use PicMonkey. Here’s the link to the final post in the series, which also contains links to the full series:
https://www.momof6.com/digital-scrapbooking/free-digital-scrapbooking-using-picmonkey-part-6-printing-and-enjoying-your-book-and-a-free-quick-tips-printable/
And thank you!
Sharyl says
Fantastic. It looks like not only a great place for your growing kids but also a place for the whole family to relax. Well done!
Suzi says
It looks amazing. Can’t wait to see it. You both did a great job.
Lisa M says
Wow, wow, wow!!! This looks fabulous. I’m envious. I’m inspired. So many rooms in my house could use a makeover. Y’all did a great job. Love it!
Sharon says
Yes- I am worried that this gets contagious. Now that this room looks so great- some of my other rooms are kind of calling out for a makeover too now! Or at least some decluttering and new paint!