My Toy Room to Teen Room Transformation!

My children are entering the teen years now. As they grow and change the needs of our home have changed as well. One of the bedrooms over our garage had been a "toy room", filled with plastic Little Tikes Kitchens, Legos and Trains- a place for forts and building castles. My teenage daughter suggested that we re-decorate the "Toy Room" to be more Teen Friendly. I agreed and so (sadly for Mom) we have said to goodbye to Pokemon and American Girl Dolls.

Here is the room Before (actually we have two identical rooms above our garage, they are mirror images of each other and this photo is of other side). Like all decorating projects we had Goals, Restrictions and a Budget. The Goal was a room for for sleepovers, a place to do school projects where they could spread things out (and not be near their parents), and a place to hangout with friends and watch Movies and I-Chat! Our main Restriction was the doorway size. It is only 27 inches wide. And our Budget was $2500.

Here is the room after we ripped up the old carpet. Then we painted the trim BM White Dove and the walls BM Lighthouse Landing. Paint cost $4o. Paint, as always is an immediate improvement!

The kids were allowed to choose everything in the room and I treated them like clients on our shopping trip. We found this great, thick wool rug at HomeGoods for $600. (did I mention how much I love HomeGoods for rugs??) The kids liked the Pottery Barn feel and the blue and brown color scheme. While we were there the kids scouted some great pillows that matched and two small microfiber ottomans. All together we spent $800.

Meanwhile at home, my sister, who LOVES to organize, came over and sorted through all our arts and crafts supplies and organized everything in the old bins which used to hold plastic food and Matchbox cars. Now it is a perfect go to space for all the supplies we need for projects at school.

Thank you, Sandra! Cost - priceless!

We couldn't let go of the blocks, (well I couldn't) so they stayed put and we moved an old bookcase into the walk in closet for extra storage for paper and other supplies.

Dramatic drum roll.... Here is the Before.

And the After! We found this thin couch at Macy's and once we took the feet off it fit through our tiny doorway! The sectional microfiber couch was $1400 and the bar table and leather stools $199. at Overstock.com.

Inspirational artwork was $50 on clearance! Bookcase, side table, and TV we already had!

The total Teen Hangout Room Makeover cost was.....$2489!!

We still had money left over for a Movie and some snacks!! We found some wonderful bargains, stayed with in our budget and came out with a great room! The kids are thrilled and call it their "Hang Out Room" - I call it a success!!

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Also a heartfelt thank you to the many, many kind readers who sent me get well wishes and prayers. I am truly blessed to have so many friends in blogland. I was beyond touched! xoxo

(all photos Willow Decor and not to be copied without permission)

TAYLOR SWIFT WAS WAXED

Another Hollywood celebrity was waxed again and this time it's Taylor Swift. Taylor Swift herself went to see her wax image and she also wore the same clothes that the wax image was wearing. Looking at the wax image of Taylor Swift, it seems like its alive and it is an exact copy of Taylor Swift herself. Many photographers were delighted to shoot some pictures of Taylor Swift and her wax image. Just Like Eva Longaria-Parker and Gwen Steffani, Taylor Swift is the new addition to the Hollywood celebrity that was waxed. The only difference between Taylor Swift and the waxed Taylor Swift is the lipstick color.

MARIAH CAREY IS EXCITED TO BE A MOM

After confirming her pregnancy, Mariah Carey is felling tired and exhausted already, like pregnant moms do. Mariah Carey is now getting the feeling of how to be a mother soon. Mariah Carey is already 41 and at her age, she should be more careful and avoid stressful jobs. Mariah Carey's husband right now is very busy promoting and shouting that his wife is pregnant. Mariah Carey should be resting because that is the best move since she is still in her first trimester as a pregnant woman. Mariah Carey will be experiencing more and vomiting will be a common thing for Mariah Carey as she is confirmed pregnant. Congratulations to Mariah Carey and Nick Canon.

JESSICA SIMPSON IS RUMORED PREGNANT

This is the latest news that is all over the Hollywood entertainment world about Jessica Simpson. It was rumored that Jessica Simpson is pregnant this time with her boyfriend Eric Johnson of the Dallas Cowboys. Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson agreed ti make a baby because Jessica Simpson is already prepared to have a baby of her own. In her previous marriage with Nick Lachey, Jessica Simpson was not prepared yet that time because Jessica Simpson was still focus in her Hollywood career that she is still nursing young. Jessica Simpson is already in the right age to bear a child in this world and maybe she won't recognized that because Jessica Simpson is very fat right now. Jessica Simpson should lose some weight before she can bear a child. If Jessica Simpson really like to have a baby, let science help her and boyfriend Eric Johnson and maybe a twins will be right in their door. Jessica Simpson believes that Eric Johnson is the right man to give her a child and not Nick Lachey of the 98 degrees.

GWEN STEFFANI SPENDING QUALITY TIME HER KIDS

Gwen Steffani is really a good mother. Gwen Steffani spends time with her two kids as they slide their way down. Gwen Steffani was with Zuma and Kingston, her two kids. They went to West Hollywood to spend time with her two boys. Gwen Steffani is a role model for Hollywood celebrity moms out there. Inspite of her busy schedule, Gwen Steffani was able to find time for her boys. Bonding with the boys is just the perfect to show that Gwen Steffani loves her boys so much.

BILLY RAY CYRUS IS GETTING A DIVORCE

Nothing remains constant in Hollywood except change. This whats is all about Billy Ray Cyrus and his wife, Tish. Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish is getting a divorce. According to the reports, the couple are going into problems with their in differences and they needed space from one another. It was a two persons deciding to end their 17 years old relationship with 5 kids, including Miley Cyrus. This is just one example of a good marriage turned sour in the Hollywood entertainment world.

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE LOVES OLIVIA MUNN

It is official and the news stays it all. Justin Timberlake cheated of Jessica Biel because Justin Timberlake loves Olivia Munn. It was reported that Justin Timberlake Met Olivia Munn. Both of them exchanged their numbers and started calling each other. Olivia Munn told Justin Timberlake that she does not like having an affair with a man in a relationship. Justin Timberlake immediately replaied that he and Jessica Biel is no more. After that, Justin Timberlake and Olivia Munn were spotted in the hotel room of Olivia Munn for two days. According to some eye witness, Justin Timberlake and Olivia Munn were very sweet to each other. We better wait for the reaction of Jessica Biel about her Justin Timberlake is a big cheater.

JOJO IS GETTING MORE RADICAL THESE DAYS

Jojo the little girl with a great voice is very active in her twitter account. Just Last night, Jojo send some pictures on her account and very sexy looking. Jojo is exposing her breast in this picture and it is great. Jojo has not change in looks and maybe, Jojo is already ready to change her style and accept more mature roles. In thjis recent event, it only shows that there is a new name that is going to emerge in the cover girls industry and Jojo is no kid anymore. Jojo is going to be one hot sexy young woman. Jojo has a big boobs! That is great when she shows that on playboy for a starter. Magazine producers, Jojo is ready and available.

Karissa Shannon In Hot Party Wear

GWEN STEFFANI MEETS HER WAX IMAGE

There is only one Gwen Steffani of No Doubt. Gwen Steffani visited the wax museum to see her image as she was copied and her replica was a perfect wax image of her. Gwen Steffani cannot believe that her wax image was very like her and alive looking. As if there was two Gwen Steffani. Gwen Steffani also touch the wax image, especially the belly part of the wax image. Just Like Eva Longaria, Gwen Steffani also has a wax image of herself.

CHARLIE SHEEN DRUNK AND ADDICTED TO SEX

Nobody beats Charlie Sheen. As reported, Charlie Sheen was rushed to the hospital after the hotel attendant found him drunk and naked with a female prostitute in New York city. In the same hotel, Charlie Sheen's wife Denise Richards and her kids were also there to see that the head of their family is drunk and is having an affair with a prostitute again. In the past years, Charlie Sheen was also reported as a Hollywood celebrity that is hooked with having illicit affairs with several prostitutes. Charlie Sheen is really out of his mind with his current sexual escapade with an another prostitute. Charlie Sheen is addicted to sex and he is not contented with Denise Richards alone. Charlie Sheen should make friends with Tiger Woods because they share the same hobby. Having sex with many prostitutes.

And That's Where I've Been...

Why are hospital rooms so uninspiring?

It's been a crazy few weeks. I have been in and out of the hospital and had lots of tests. Luckily we have ruled out all the major ailments - and for that I feel very blessed.

I have spent a lot of time at home nesting... I promise to be back soon when I am back on my feet with photos of some of my new projects. xx-Gina

KIM KARDASHIAN GETS 40K EVERY APPEARANCES

It is no secret that Hollywood stars are paid well, especially when you are famous and beautiful. That is how Kim Kardashian is experiencing right now. Kim Kardsahian is very famous socialite girl right now. Even at 30, Kim Kardsahian is still being invited to do some pictorials for different magazines. Kim Kardashian even was paid to pose for W Magazine in nude. According to sources, in every simple appearances, Kim Kardashian is paid 40,000 dollars and this amount is not fix. There are also events that needs her presence to make the event grand, Kim Kardashian charges double for that occasion. Kim Kardashian is beautiful and many producers are still hunting her for projects and movie offers. Kim Kardashian is really reigning the endorsement industry right now. Kim Kardashian is just one of the many Hollywood stars that are paid well in the Hollywood Entertainment world ri8ght now.

EVA LONGARIA IS SUED

Eva Longaria-Parker was cruising around the city when he was hit by a car accidently. According to reports, Eva Longaria was innocent about the vehicular accident. Eva Longaria was hurt in that accident and the other driver that caused the accident is currently filing charges of reckless driving against Eva Longaria. But Many witness can testify that Eva Longaria is innocent and the other driver should be the one to pay for the damages caused by his recklessness in driving.

Many believed that the guy wants to be paid when he saw that Eva Longaria was the person that he hit. Good thing that Eva Longaria was not just rushed to the nearest hospital to treat some bruises that she got from that accident. Husband Tony Parker was immediately there to see his wife was okay.

NEVE CAMPBELL IN BIKINI

Neve Campbell has really gain much. Neve Campbell was seen swimming in the beach and people around her can't believe that Neve Campbell is already big and fat. Neve Campbell is said to be having diabetes and this weight gain will be gone in the next two years. Neve Campbell used to be one of the most admired teenager before. Neve Campbell used to be one of the cast of Craft, a movie about witches. Even sick, Neve Campbell should go to the gym and loose that excess weight. Neve Campbell should also stop eating too much chocolates because it might be the cause of her diabetic problems.

CELINE DION OFFICIALLY A MOM

Celine Dion, the famous singer gave birth to a twin boys. Celine Dion Has not yet gave names for the boys because she was still in her room. Celine Dion waited for this blessing to have a baby because she is already 42 and these kids might be the first and last of Celine Dion. Giving birth was Celine Dion's top priority. Celine Dion stayed low before just to make herself prepared for the coming baby. She gave up her music career and several offers just to have a baby. Now that Celine Dion is officially a mom, there are more reasons to celebrate. According to reports, Celine Dion's boys are very healthy and weighted normally. No other birth problems. We just have to wait for the names of these boys soon. Celine Dion is currently resting and excited to see her boys for the first time. Congratulations to Celine Dion officially a mom now.

ELIN NORDEGREN RICHER BY 110 MILLION

Elin Nordegren And Tiger Wood separated because Tiger Wood's misbehavior. Tiger Woods admitted that he cheated and was addicted to sex and scandals was just around the corner. It was revealed that Elin Nordegren got a whooping 110 million dollars as her share in the wealth of Tiger Woods. Elin Nordegren should avoid getting into trouble and manage that amount wisely just like Denise Richards did. Elin Nordegren is managing it pretty well. Lindsay Lohan should also follow what Elin Nordegren did. She married a big, rich and infidel husband and end up very rich. Elin Nordegren is still sexy and lovey. Tiger Woods has it all already and still he preferred the slots around him.

PAMELA ANDERSON DOES PLAYBOY AGAIN FOR 11TH TIME

Pamela Anderson the hot mama, has again decided to pose for playboy magazine. Pamela Anderson will be the cover girl for January 2011 edition of the magazine. 11 times is quite many for Pamela Anderson. Guessing by the way it goes, Pamela Anderson has to pay the bills that is why she decided to pose for playboy again. Pamela Anderson posed for Playboy the first time in 1989. Pamela Anderson was interviewed once and she said that she regretted posing for playboy magazine before. Having 11 times with playboy, many has already seen what Pamela Anderson is hiding behind that thin clothes that she wares all day. But according to the magazine executives, there will be many effects in the pictures of Pamela Anderson. That should be present! Pamela Anderson is already a mother and too old for a pose for playboy.

KATY PERRY IS ALREADY MARRIED

Congratulations to Katy Perry and Russel Brand for being married at last. Katy Perry decided to tie the knot even her career is escalating right now. Katy Perry won't be able to sing California Girls again with Snoop Dogg since she is already married. The next Stage in Katy Perry's career would be her road of being a mom soon. Katy Perry and Russel Brnad opted for an Indian wedding style. Katy Perry wore a nose ring signifying her marriage to Russel Brnad. The two admitted that they are very much in love with each other and the best way to seal the love is by getting married immediately. This is already no secret that the couple are planning to settle down. But for Russel Brand and Katy Perry, congratulations and may your wedding last longer than 5 years.

LINDSAY LOHAN IS BROKE

In the court hearing, Lindsay Lohan admitted in front of the Beverly Hills Judge that she is broke. The judge ordered that Lindsay Lohan must be confined again in a rehabilitation facility again to clear her from drugs and excessive alcoholism. But that order was immediately refuted by Lindsay Lohan and announced that the rumors about her financial distress is true. Lindsay Lohan admitted that she is broke and needs to work in order to admit herself and pay for the rehabilitation. Lindsay Lohan has a project movie but since the judge ordered her rehab session again, Lindsay Lohan cannot start shooting for the film. According to the director, Lindsay Lohan must be rehabilitated and after 3 months, thew movie shooting will start rolling.

ENRIQUE IGLESIAS AND ANNA KOURNIKOVA TOGETHER AGAIN

It was just a rumor about Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova that the two are one again. Many thought that it was just an old news. This time, it was seen and confirmed that Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova are together again. The two were seen dating, watching a tennis match in 2009. The two claim that they are no longer with each other. Anna Kournikova is currently focusing on her Hollywood career and left the tennis arena because she believes that she is a better actress than a tennis player. Enrique Iglesias is also going his own way. Currently, Enrique Iglesias is doing some serries of show in and out of the country.

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JUSTINE BIEBER SO HARD TO HANDLE

Justin Bieber is maybe the most famous male teenager right now. Justin Bieber has tour several countries to perform his songs. Judging by the way it goes, Justin Bieber mania is really here right now. The bodyguards of Justin Bieber has confirmed that Justin Bieber is very hard to handle because many screaming fans are always in the prowl for Justin Bieber. Fans would really go crazy for Jsutin Bieber. They Would even die just to hold Justin Bieber and bodyguards would do anything that would prevent any harm that would go to Justin Bieber. Fans are really demanding for more Justin Bieber.

In Australia, Justin Bieber failed to do his concert because fans were already in chaos just to see Justin Bieber. To prevent further damage, the organizers decided to cancel the concert of Justin Bieber. More shows will be canceled if Justin Bieber fans won't behave. The Justin Bieber fever is escalating right now.

LINDSAY LOHAN FACES THE JUDGE FOR HER CRIME

Lindsay Lohan was out of jail this time to face the judge that is handling her case. In the court, Lindsay Lohan wanted to prove to the judge that she would be better in the rehab than in jail to ceased her addiction to alcohol and drugs. Lindsay Lohan's case would be heard again and a decision will be announced for her condition. Lindsay Lohan wanted to get serious with her rehabiliotation this time. Lindsay Lohan don't like the jail sentence because she wanted to change for her betterment and wanted another chance for her life.

Lindsay Lohan used to be Hollywood's darling because with her tender age, Lindsay Lohan was able to get an album and some series of movies. Lindsay Lohan was very famous and still her life went wrong. Lindsay Lohan has already heard about Samantha Ronson's affair with Christina Aguilera. Lindsay Lohan has lost her career because of her famale to female relationship with Samantha Ronson.

ADRIANA LIMA SEXY BODY

Adriana Lima dares it all as she shows her sexy body to all. Adriana Lima has a very sexy body and many guys go crazy for her. Adriana Lima is the very in demand right now because of her treasured body. Adriana Lima is very sexy by just wearing a white shirt and a tight jeans. Simple dressing would do best for Adriana Lima. Adriana Lima is very sexy and has a body that Megan Fox would envy Adriana Lima.

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