He's been wanting to update his room for a while, and really wanted to go with a Star Wars theme. I, of course, don't want to have to redecorate in a year when he wants something different, so I tried to keep it somewhat neutral with Star Wars accents throughout.
The room is small so we have to be creative with the space. Oh, and please ignore the hideous carpet!
In the photos, the pictures look like they're hung pretty high, but I assure you they are just below my eye level.
The above photo was taken last fall when Coop was Darth Vader for Halloween. I edited out the background and placed him on a plain, super light gray background and added the text.
He loves having his own spot to read.
But he doesn't like to be bothered.
For fun, here's what the room looked like before:
And one more time for the NOW:
The room is small so we have to be creative with the space. Oh, and please ignore the hideous carpet!
Before we begin the tour, I wanted to thank you all for the comments and love for the dresser I painted for the room. I'm so glad that you all enjoyed it!
This post is going to be quite picture heavy, and I will share a buying guide at the end of the post. If you have any questions, please feel free to comment or email me.
In the photos, the pictures look like they're hung pretty high, but I assure you they are just below my eye level.
The left side of the room has the bed and dresser.
On the right side of the room is the reading nook and art/lego table. It's really important for Cooper to have ways to help him be calm, since he's a pretty active kid.
This child loves art. He enjoys it and he is so creative. That's his picture of Chewbacca up on the magnet board we got to use for a display.
Markers, crayons, and pencils are stored in the union jack box.
The above photo was taken last fall when Coop was Darth Vader for Halloween. I edited out the background and placed him on a plain, super light gray background and added the text.
He loves having his own spot to read.
But he doesn't like to be bothered.
For fun, here's what the room looked like before:
And one more time for the NOW:
I hope you enjoyed the tour of my son's new room; my little Vader is pretty happy with it!
Resource List (in order of appearance)
DIY Projects:
Industrial Two Toned Dresser
Planked Headboard
Star Wars Sheet Set: Pottery Barn Kids
Blue & White Striped Duvet Cover: West Elm
Bedskirt: Ikea
Furry white pillow: Target (currently on clearance)
Gray chenille blanket: Target (via Goodwill)
Chewbacca backpack: Disneyland (but also available online)
Metal side table: Target
Storm Trooper alarm clock: Toys R Us
Millennium Falcon & Death Star Prints: As We Go Arts (Etsy)
Frames: Target (frames currently on clearance - mats were on hand)
Silver metallic lamp: Target (currently on clearance)
Black herringbone mirror: Target (currently on clearance)
Cooper as Vader print: DIY in Photoshop (frame from Ikea)
TIE Fighter Euro sham: Pottery Barn Kids
Concrete bag pillow: gift
White rugs: Ikea
Crate for books: Michaels (stained with Minwax ebony and whitewashed)
White desk: Stuva bench from Ikea
Union Jack box & metal "C": TJMaxx
Aluminum Magnet Boards: Ikea
Coat rack: Target
"Caution" Star Wars sign: DIY in Photoshop, but copied from a broken-linked image I saw on Pinterest
Star Wars font (from the headboard and the Darth Vader print): Star Jedi
Linking up:
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Savvy Southern Style
Beneath My Heart

DIY Projects:
Industrial Two Toned Dresser
Planked Headboard
Star Wars Sheet Set: Pottery Barn Kids
Blue & White Striped Duvet Cover: West Elm
Bedskirt: Ikea
Furry white pillow: Target (currently on clearance)
Gray chenille blanket: Target (via Goodwill)
Chewbacca backpack: Disneyland (but also available online)
Metal side table: Target
Storm Trooper alarm clock: Toys R Us
Millennium Falcon & Death Star Prints: As We Go Arts (Etsy)
Frames: Target (frames currently on clearance - mats were on hand)
Silver metallic lamp: Target (currently on clearance)
Black herringbone mirror: Target (currently on clearance)
Cooper as Vader print: DIY in Photoshop (frame from Ikea)
TIE Fighter Euro sham: Pottery Barn Kids
Concrete bag pillow: gift
White rugs: Ikea
Crate for books: Michaels (stained with Minwax ebony and whitewashed)
White desk: Stuva bench from Ikea
Union Jack box & metal "C": TJMaxx
Aluminum Magnet Boards: Ikea
Coat rack: Target
"Caution" Star Wars sign: DIY in Photoshop, but copied from a broken-linked image I saw on Pinterest
Star Wars font (from the headboard and the Darth Vader print): Star Jedi
Linking up:
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Savvy Southern Style
Beneath My Heart


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The room looks amazing!! So cute and I love the industrial vibe that it has! My favorite thing is the little reading corner and the pictures of Cooper enjoying it are adorable!
ReplyDeleteI love it! Especially the dresser and headboard. It's great that you could mix the two themes so well, really awesome!
ReplyDeleteI Love it! You did a wonderful job - all the small touches add up to an amazing Star Wars room your son will enjoy for many years! I'm sure he can't wait to show it off to his friends!
ReplyDeleteThis turned out so cute! Love the artwork, especially his very on Darth Vader image!
ReplyDeleteJust amazing how you transformed his room, the picture of him reading is adorable! Great job!
ReplyDeleteIt looks amazing Kristin! You did an awesome job with everything. I'm not a fan of an overly themed character room and you did it perfectly with the Star Wars accents. It will transition to a bigger boy room nicely in a few years. Love it! =)
ReplyDelete~ Catie
I love this room! You did a fantastic job :o)
ReplyDeleteWhat a awesome room! It looks so great! Boys rooms are tough, I know I have 2:). You really pulled it all together nicely! Jen
ReplyDeleteLove it, every little thing! So fun, I'm in the middle of doing my daughter's room - kids rooms are so fun to decorate :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun room!! I love the Darth Vadar picture of Cooper and the Children at play sign!
ReplyDeleteLove it, Kristin! That headboard is gorgeous! Very tasteful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful rustic industrial makeover!!! He looks perfect in his own element. Can I dress Gracie up as Princess Leah and bring her over to play? Such wonderful attention to detail great post Kristin!!
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Kate
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What a great boy's room. It looks wonderful with all of it's personality. Not over the top but just right!
ReplyDeleteI looooooove this room. You did a fantastic job and it is becoming widely popular.
ReplyDeleteSo stinkin cute, Kristin. Love everything about it.
ReplyDeleteReally wonderful! Good enough for a nerf herder!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable! What Star Wars fan wouldn't love this room! You did a GREAT job...... Your children are very lucky to have such a creative Mom.
ReplyDeleteLOVE this room :) You did an amazing job. Love your blog ;)
ReplyDeleteJamie~ Better With Age
That is the cutest boys room ever! You did a fabulous job!! My li'l 6yo would love that room. Love the headboard too!! Pinned!
ReplyDeleteWhen your son is named after a Star Wars character this room is a must have!!! Just letting you know in advance is my next inspiration project, LOL...it's perfect for my son! He would totally love it! and yes...he is named after a star wars character..Daddy is a big time fan...sighs....Thanks for posting!
ReplyDeleteWhat a truly sophisticated room but still so much fun for your son, great job!
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You always do such a great job, Kristin! It's the perfect mix of incorporating his interests into a beautiful retreat! Love it! I'm including a link over in this week's DIY highlights! ;) Thanks for sharing your creativity and awesome decorating talent!
ReplyDeleteOh, this is fantastic. I'm in the process of doing something similar for my boy. How inspirational you are. I'm also a single mother of two. A girl 8 and boy 6 and will be following your blog for more inspiration. Just lovely.
ReplyDeleteAnne @ Domesblissity
Great room. I love how simple yet cool it looks. He is one lucky kid.
ReplyDeleteGreat room! I've had my eye on the Children at Play sign forever. I believe the original to be here http://society6.com/dschwen/Children-at-Play-tOf_Print in case anyone else is looking for it
ReplyDeleteThis is a great room. My six year old son is jealous. I am impressed with your craftiness and vision. Would you mind sharing your approximate budget for those of us that would like to duplicate something (or at least some elements) like this? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHere from the insprired room. What a great looking, classy Star Wars theme. I almost think my teenager would love it. ;) Great job!
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