Sunday, May 6, 2012

the master bathroom...

Welcome to my favorite room in our little country cottage:
the master bathroom.
This sink is one of the first things I picked out for our home.
It has a great vintage feel about it. I admired them in Pottery Barn's magazine but knew that they would never be in our budget. Then the hubs took me shopping one day and showed me that Menards carried a version of the sink I fell in love with. Hallelujah!!! We bought three of them... one for every bathroom in our home.
I like that you can create your own storage underneath it. I painted an old picnic basket and will use it to store wash cloths and hand towels.
Here's the medicine cabinet and light fixture we chose to go with the sink.
After finding the perfect sink... I knew I had to find an old claw foot tub to go with it. I did (craigslist) and my husband refinished her for me.
Isn't she beautiful? One of my favorite things about our house plan was the fact that the master bath allowed for a soaking tub! I was sold on it when I saw that... I love soaking in hot bath. It's the simple things in life right?
Thanks to my brother-in-law Seth and father-in-law Greg, we have a tile shower (white subway tile). It's beautiful I promise, BUT I didn't clean it so it's going to stay hidden behind the shower curtain :) The shower curtain stays true to the shabby/cottage style that I love and hides the cheap/ugly shower door. That's a win/win in my book. 
Simple lace curtains were the final touch for this bathroom. I found the panels at a thrift shop and my mom saved me alot of time (beginner sewer) by cutting them to size and sewing them for me. Thanks Mom... love ya!
And finally, nothing exciting here... but yes we have a toilet as well. All important matters of business can be taken care of in this room :)
Well, I hope you enjoyed my cozy little bathroom... I sure do. If you care to read about our trials and tribulations getting the tub set and bathroom finished you can do that here .
Thanks for stopping by. Have a wonderful day!

47 Comments:

Blogger White Lace and Promises said...

Oh so sweet! Makes me want to soak:)

May 6, 2012 at 9:44 PM  
Blogger Ronda Gentosi said...

Mimi, absolutely enchanting!!!!!

May 6, 2012 at 10:28 PM  
Blogger Anne said...

Mimi,
Simply gorgeous!So beautiful.Love all the little details like that lace,that sweet chair and those lace curtains.
Anne

May 7, 2012 at 11:09 AM  
Blogger sweetvintageofmine said...

First time visiting your BLOG Mimi, and can't believe I have missed it! Your Bathroom is so vintage-beautiful! Love to have one just like it! Can't wait to visit again...lovely From one sweetie to another....Roxie

May 7, 2012 at 9:27 PM  
Blogger SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...Pernilla said...

I adore your bathroom - so beautiful!
Greetings from Australia♥
~Pernilla

May 7, 2012 at 9:52 PM  
Blogger THE FARMHOUSE PORCH said...

Oh please come share this at my link party right now! I really, really love this bathroom!
♥Linsey

May 7, 2012 at 10:33 PM  
Blogger Okio B Designs said...

This is like my dream bathroom! I'm swooning over here over that tub, the chair - everything! Coming over from Faded Charm and so happy I did. I'm your newest follower. =)

Jeanine

May 8, 2012 at 5:40 PM  
Blogger chateau chic said...

What a pretty, fresh, crisp bathroom you have. Beautiful sink and soaking tub!
Mary Alice

May 8, 2012 at 6:56 PM  
Blogger Heaven's Walk said...

Enchanting is the perfect word for your bathroom, Mimi! How pretty!! I adore the pale flooring with all of the white! Lovely job!! :)

xoxo laurie

May 8, 2012 at 7:26 PM  
Blogger Heaven's Walk said...

Oh...and where did you find your soap holder that you have across your tub? They seem to be sooooo expensive everywhere I look!

xoxo laurie

May 8, 2012 at 7:27 PM  
Blogger Shannon Fox said...

the entire bathroom is simply enchanting. adore your sink! just sweet as can be =)

May 8, 2012 at 7:45 PM  
Blogger The Cottager said...

thank you laurie. yes, they can be very expensive but this one was from Tuesday Mornings (it's like a tj maxx type of store). my sister bought it a few years back and she's a thrifty girl so i am assuming it was less than 20 dollars.

May 8, 2012 at 7:48 PM  
Blogger Grace @ Sense and Simplicity said...

What a pretty bathroom. I'm more of a shower person than a bath person, but I love the look to clawfoot tubs and you have a beauty there. The farmhouse chair beside the tub is the perfect touch.

May 8, 2012 at 9:26 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

So sweet. Love the vintage details. Simple and lovely!

May 9, 2012 at 7:22 AM  
Blogger Miss Gracie's House said...

I can certainly see why you love it so much...that sink is wonderful and claw foot tubs? gotta love 'em!
Rene'

May 9, 2012 at 10:05 PM  
Blogger ANNE said...

what a beautiful bathroom! I love all your little touches and your choices. Just gorgeous!

May 10, 2012 at 8:53 AM  
Blogger Pamela said...

Just beautiful!! I love those styled sinks as well and but they are so pricey. I have been trying to find one for our half bath. I have never heard of the store you yours at but maybe they have a website. Thanx for sharing your beautiful space!

May 10, 2012 at 9:20 AM  
Blogger Karen said...

Your bathroom is an absolute dream, I love it all the sink, the tub, and the flooring is gorgeous too.

May 10, 2012 at 11:51 AM  
Blogger farmhouse-story said...

such a charming bath, mimi!

May 10, 2012 at 2:51 PM  
Blogger Pam - @diy Design Fanatic said...

I love your bathroom; you did such a great job! Stopping by from Inspiration Friday.

May 10, 2012 at 3:15 PM  
Blogger The Charm of Home said...

What a great bath! I love the tub and the sink. The foors are perfect too. Great job!
Sherry

May 10, 2012 at 4:36 PM  
Blogger The Charm of Home said...

the floors!
Sherry

May 10, 2012 at 4:37 PM  
Blogger Creative Raisins said...

What a beautiful space.

May 10, 2012 at 4:55 PM  
Blogger FRENCH LAUNDRY said...

Looks dreamy! Well done!

Judy

May 10, 2012 at 7:47 PM  
Blogger andrea@townandprairie said...

Very cute styling, here!

May 10, 2012 at 7:47 PM  
Blogger Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique said...

It looks gorgeous and serene... just the way you want your bathroom to feel. Gorgeous!!

May 10, 2012 at 8:42 PM  
Blogger Liz @ Quirky Vistas said...

Such a beautiful job you did on that bathroom. Thanks for sharing all the great shots. I found you at Rooted in Thyme's sweet and simple Fridays. Hope you'll stop by and visit at Quirky Vistas!
Liz

May 10, 2012 at 10:06 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Oh wow...your bathroom looks so beautiful. I love that you found your bathtub on craigslist rather than having to buy it new too :) We're in the middle of a full bathroom renovation if it looks half as good as yours, I'll be thrilled! I've just added myself as a new follower and I would love it if you have a moment to stop my blog too :)
Cas x

May 11, 2012 at 3:25 AM  
Blogger foreverdecorating said...

I have also redesigned my master into a vintage look like yours. I think that they are functional and very easy on the eyes. Love yours.

May 11, 2012 at 6:19 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Love your bathroom it has such a relaxing feel to it. The picnic basket's a great addition! I'm now a follower!

May 11, 2012 at 7:18 AM  
Blogger Christina | Little Victorian said...

Very cute! New follower here as well. :)

May 11, 2012 at 8:49 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Beautiful, very serene. Love the basket across the tub and white on white. So pretty! I am a new reader, creating over at http://twelveoeight.blogspot.com - Stop on by and say hi! Tanya :)

May 11, 2012 at 4:39 PM  
Blogger Sherry said...

Your master bath is gorgeous! I found you on Common Ground and I'm now following!

May 12, 2012 at 5:22 PM  
Blogger Myric said...

I love your bathroom's refreshing look. It is definitely a relaxing place for a relaxing bath :) I think your hubs is so sweet to find that sink for you :)

I have a link party

going on. Would love for you to share this :)

xoxo
Myric

May 13, 2012 at 1:28 AM  
Blogger Stan and Jody Gabara said...

Love your design of the bathroom. The sink and tub are so perfect and your extra touches make it complete. Thanks for sharing on Simple & Sweet Fridays. New Follower.

Jody

May 14, 2012 at 12:54 AM  
Blogger Sandi~A Cottage Muse said...

What a charming room!

May 14, 2012 at 5:37 AM  
Blogger Angie @ Knick of Time said...

Gorgeous!!! I'm featuring you today at the Knick of Time Tuesday Vintage Style Party and there's an "I Was Featured" button waiting there for you! Thanks for sharing!

Blessings,
Angie @ Knick of Time

May 15, 2012 at 12:22 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Beautiful, just beautiful! Ironically, a close version to your bathroom, is what I'm going to be creating in my bathroom. I guess duplication is the highest form of flattery!

May 15, 2012 at 6:36 AM  
Blogger Elegant Economies said...

You did a lovely job♥

May 15, 2012 at 8:19 AM  
Blogger stefanie said...

what a beautiful bathroom!

May 15, 2012 at 10:35 AM  
Blogger Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...

So charming and sweet~ I love it and LOVE your sink! :) Thank you for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday!

May 16, 2012 at 9:38 PM  
Blogger nancy john said...

The Master Bathroom is really cool and beautiful.

May 20, 2012 at 8:23 AM  
Blogger Jen Kershner said...

I love your bathroom! We have that sink on our wish list for at least 1 of our bathrooms too. You can't beat the price! I have a friend that has had one for several years and it has held up well. Love your blog!

June 1, 2012 at 6:15 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Very lovely space! It must be heaven to soak in that tub! I love that sink too! Traci

June 1, 2012 at 3:30 PM  
Blogger Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic said...

Love your bathroom! How lucky to have a vintage tub. The whole bathroom looks so peaceful.

~Shanon

June 4, 2012 at 10:25 PM  
Blogger Jeannie and Linda said...

Your bathroom is so pretty. Love your sink and tub.

Linda at The French Hens Nest

February 19, 2013 at 12:03 PM  
Blogger House Crazy in Michigan! said...

Well done! Can't wait to see something sweet on the wall about the toilet!

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June 27, 2013 at 12:06 PM  

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