The lower sunroom has really come a long way, and in the midst of styling and trying to work out the minor details, it’s always great for me to look back at what was pre reno and what it looked like when we moved in. With little kids and higher priority spaces for budget, we slapped some paint on the walls and fireplace and added an ikea piece for storage. Now that the kids are bigger and there are less toys and less coloring on everything, we’ve invested in elements that can stand the test of time and really work hard for what we do in this space. From tv watching, to game playing, seed starting, to plant care – this room is a workhorse!

When we moved in!

Playroom before current renovation.

The Lower Sunroom/Playroom now! See progress updates here and here.
This room will be styled with many of my thrifting finds; like the blue and white pieces we used in the mosaic.
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Hi, been following for years and just checked your IG but it’s gone. Did I miss something?
Thanks for checking in, happy to be back over there!
I can’t wait for the reveal! The mosaic is incredible!
Thank you so much!
What happened to your instagram? I cannot find themakerista any longer.
I was coming here to ask the same thing 🤷🏼♀️
Thank for checking in!
Thankful to be back, thanks for checking in!
I’ve also been looking for @themakerista too? Did your account get hacked or suspended? I pray not! You are missed!
I don’t really know exactly what happened, but I’m happy to have it back!
Hi Gwen! Is something happening with your Instagram? Because you’re not on there- says page not found. Not sure if you were aware!!!
Thanks, happy to have it back now.
I went to look for your IG account today and cannot find it 🙁 I hope you weren’t hacked!
Happy to have it back, thanks for checking in!
I love the color contrast with the white cabinets and the dark floors! I am remodeling this spring and I am looking for design ideas that will lighten our kitchen and family room. Thank you for the inspiration!
Thank you!
Same! @robyn.rebecca mentioned in her stories a few days ago that @themakerista disappeared and that Gwen would be posting on her thrift page on Instagram.
I tried to join but I’m not on Facebook. Not sure if that’s a requirement or not but since I haven’t received a bill thru PayPal I’m guessing it is required.
I’m so bummed, really loved following you on Instagram.
Hi! You definitely don’t need Facebook to be a part of Thrift Club! I started the club on Instagram and share just as much info there now. To sign up you just fill out the PayPal form here: http://www.themakerista.com/thrifting. I hope you’ll join us, Constance!
Yes! You are missed. 💔
Thanks so much, so happy to be back!