Our Cottage Bathroom Renovation on a Budget

This past year we found extensive water damage in the walls of our upstairs bathroom. Water damage led to mold, and because it was toxic mold, we had to move out of our house for 7 months while our home was repaired. While it was a very difficult and challenging season, a silver lining was that we were able to renovate our bathroom. However, because insurance did not cover the water damage, we were on a very tight budget. 

My vision for this space was a bright and airy cottage bathroom that was whimsical, sweet, and peaceful. Some non-negotiable for me were...

A deep bathtub where I could put a tray across it for my candle and tea cup! 

A timeless floor tile along with romantic shower tile for a soothing bath experience

A light wood vanity 

I wanted the fixtures to be unique and sweet, not dark and bulky like so many builder grade bathrooms today. 

I honestly love how it turned out, and to know we did it on a budge was even more satisfying! While I still have dreams of wallpaper and beadboard, towel hooks and art on the wall, that will come as I curate and collect pieces I love. 

Here are the links to everything we used (All the items names are linked!):  

Bathtub- We actually bought this bathtub at a local store in town, so we got an even better deal than what's listed on the website. But I will tell you, I LOVE THIS TUB. It is deep and wide (which was noticeable when my kids all go in for their bath time!) AND it has a lip on either side so that I can put a tray across when I take long baths (gotta have a place for my tea, candle and book!) 

Mirrors - Holy Moly, these mirrors from Moon Mirror are stunning. I first saw them on Pinterest, and stared at them admiringly for 5 minutes. I was shocked at how affordable they were. I got a discount for signing up for their email list. 

Vanity - I had my heart set on the Pottery Barn Sausalito vanity, but we literally could not swing the price tag. I spent hours scouring the internet and this had the same look and feel as the Pottery Barn one, but for half the price! I swapped out the faucets for a more vintage feel (and plan to spray paint the hardware brass, but haven't done that quite yet!) 

Faucets - I really wanted a a vintage faucet feel, and these are such a great price and have the cottage look I was going for! 

Sconce - Ok, is there anything sweeter than this ruffled sconce? I adore it. I actually have matching ones in my kitchen and sitting room. I couldn't resist adding one more:) 

Window Curtain - We have a privacy window in the bathroom, so didn't need a curtain for privacy, but I still wanted one for a dainty aesthetic. This was not only affordable, but very easy to put up!  

Shower Curtain - I had my eye set on one from Amber Interiors but there was no way I could spend over $100 on a shower curtain. So...when I saw this $19 curtain, which was both adorable and affordable, I knew it would be a great starter curtain for the bathroom. I actually loved it so much I bought it for our downstairs bathroom too.  

Shower Tiles - These are just so dreamy to me. And the great news is that they are a really affordable Zellige option! 

Floor Tiles - Every time I look at these tiles, they make me happy. I love them, they give the whole space a personality of its own! Again, another very affordable option. 

Runner - I'm not a Wal-Mart shopper, but this rug surprised me with how much I loved it! 

Hand Towel - World Market is my favorite for towel, this one especially! 

Shower-head & Bath Faucet - A lovely but very user friendly bundle from Delta. 

What do you think? 

What questions do you have for me?? 

Thanks for coming along today on a little tour of my bathroom:) 

                                   

 

Backyard Patio Furniture Links + Plant List

If you've been following along on IG (@worlds.of.hope), you will have seen that we recently overhauled our backyard and transformed it in to the European Garden of our dreams! It was a bit jungle like before, with weeds and dirt and overgrown plants, and now it has more of an elegant and peaceful feel! We put in a beautiful pool, raised beds and garden, a diamond stamped patio, and lots and lots of landscaping. It's stilllll very much a work in progress, but if you saw the before + after pictures, you'll know that a ton has been done! 

Patio Furniture

Since sharing on IG, I've had so many people ask me for links for our patio furniture. We found some items new, but a lot of it we found on FB Marketplace! I've linked everything below! 

Better Homes & Gardens Lilah 4 Piece Outdoor Conversation Set

I saw this set online and knew it was the one! It has the look of Serena and Lily, without the hefty price tag! It truly is an amazing deal! The cushions are SO comfy, and the furniture feels sturdy! We will have this for years to come!

AMMSUN 7ft Patio Umbrella with Fringe Outdoor Tassel

Holy Moly, these umbrellas are SO cute! I've received so many compliments on them already, and they are actually under $100 which is amazing. I bought two, and we have one in our pool! 

Safavieh Home Collection Callista White Wicker Club 

I actually found 8 of these chairs on Facebook Marketplace and almost died of happiness! I've been scouting on these wicker chairs, as they are on every English and French manor house on Pinterest haha! Kev was an angel and drove 2 hours to get them (which the kids and I, haha it was an adventure!) 

Jeco Wicker Chair, Set of 2

I needed a few chairs for the fire pit area, and saw these on FBMP as well! However, I did happen to find them on Amazon for you. They are really comfy, fit the cottage vibe, and hold up to the elements outside! 

PLANT LIST! 

The second most asked question I receive is if I would share what plants we used to make our English cottage garden dreams come true! We live in zone 9, so I wanted to curate the cottage plants that would actually do well in our zone....Here is my list! 

Iceberg Roses

Lambs Ear

Lavender

Hydrangeas

Boxwood Hedges

Alyssum

Pansies

Salvia

Daisies

Dahlias

Impatiens

Privet 'Texanum' (Which are the big green topiaries on either side of our backdoor. We found them at Home Depot last year, and they've held up great!) 

Lots of Herbs (Rosemary, Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Parsley, Mint)

Vegetable Garden (Tomatoes, Zucchini, Cucumber, Strawberries)

I hope this is helpful! Happy almost Summer!! xoxo