Doll Bed Makeover

My old doll bed got a makeover because it's going to be a present for my little one this Christmas.  You may remember the doll quilt I made from a vintage pillowcase and the matching doll pillow.  I made those with this bed in mind.

Actually, this is how the bed started out.

With the help of my very talented sister, I was able to give my old doll bed a new look.  First, I gave the bed a fresh coat of white paint. Then, I gave my sister, the Art teacher, a scrap of the pillowcase material and asked her to paint the bed to match.  I let her have creative license and knew I wouldn't be disappointed.  Of course, I wasn't.  Thanks, Auntie Leesh!

You see, where I love crafty things and have talents related, my sister got the drawing and painting talent.  We can't have it all, right?

Also, I recently added a foam mattress.  I had 4 inch foam left over from a custom cushion I did for a client a few months back.  A little trim with the electric knife, and it was the perfect size for the bed.  Next, I made a fitted sheet for the mattress using an old pillowcase I had in the linen closet.  I think my little one is going to love putting her babies in their new bed.  I am excited to see her reaction.

Easier Than I Thought!

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