Toddler Boy Room on a Budget
January 18, 2010 by Shelley
When my little boy outgrew his nursery, I knew I wanted a room that was clean, simplistic, and ‘sweet’. A classic looking room was important to me because I know that in the near future, I will have absolutely NO say in how his room looks. Spongebob, Sports Themes, or Barney {gag} will undoubtedly take over. But not while I have a say! -My husband and I argued discussed this topic for hours because he wanted a ‘BOYish’ room and I wanted a ‘sweet’ room (which my husband thought was going to look ‘sissy’). Well, I won. {Surprise!} –And, for the record, my husband loves it…
It is the best to watch my little guy enjoying his room. Makes me smile.
The grand total spent on this room (excluding main furniture) was under $150.
Creating an adorable room on a budget can be fun! Plus ‘making’ a few items, makes the room all the more special. Here are a few breakdowns of this room…
1. Rocking Horse. Thrift Store Find for $20. I sanded it down, pulled out the nasty yarn hair, and painted it.
2. Bookshelf. Craigslist {i love craigslist} $10. Did nothing to it.
3. Stars, Growth Chart, and “B”. Crafting Projects. Spent under $20 for all three.
4. Bedding. Restoration Hardware {gasp,..don’t worry,..I got it on a mega sale} $70.
5. Frames. Michaels. $30.
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I’m working on photographing my twin girls nursery…hopefully I’ll get that posted soon.
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Have a creative children’s room?! Let us know! –Needing more inspiration? Two of my favorite decor sites are ThriftyDecorChick and HGTV’s Rate My Space. {Warning!!! Do not click those links unless you have endless amounts of time to browse! They are crazy addicting!} What inspires you?
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Oh my goodness. It is all so cute. I need to re-do my son’s room who is at this same phase. Out of the nursery, but still my little boy. You have great taste and I especially love the big B! What a fabulous craigslist find too! Love it all!
wonderful! timeless & classic & fun all at the same time. one question – lol! – is your son a Roll Tide fan? Love the hat!
Do you have tutorials for the craft projects? The stars, growth chart, and the BIG B?!??
I have girls, but I know I could use you guide to find a fit for their rooms. Super cute!
Tutorials Coming!
Promise.
Yes… I would love to know how to make that growth chart, too. I love the look of it. Perfect for his age, yet something that can be updated as time goes by without too much expense. Very nice.
We’ll get a tutorial on here soon!
Thanks for the request.
I seriously LOVE all these ideas. I am putting this away on how I want to decorate my boys rooms. I just love so many of the things! Seriously. YOu are amazing with your deals too.
Thanks for the kind comments!!!!! We love to know that you are loving it!
Wow, hot mamma! Way to go!! I love it all. You made it look so easy. I hope I can get my juices flowing and get some done pics up real soon to show my 2 pre-teen boy rooms made over and not just a dream in my head. lol
So adorable. I’m super inspired!
Shelley you need to come do my twins room when they get put into toddler beds!
you are amazing, to say the LEAST!
GORGEOUS! Seriously, I love it all. My 3 year old would love it. And that bed is fantastic – so “hearty”. Great job, lady!
I love it! I really want to redo my boys’ room…but I don’t think that hubby will stand for it. I love the classic colors & simple decor.
What a cute room – love the growth chart & the big B!!
Oh my goodness, this is a really nice boyish room. Love it !!!!!!
You did a great job.
Hinke
Was wondering if you are willing to share the wall & trim colors? Thanks!
I’ll have to look into it!
I’ll get back to you (I’ll email ya).
Absolutly love love love the room!!!! It’s simple and not to baby-ish at the same time… I would also love to know what the colors of the walls and trim are..
) we are in the process of redoing our 26mos olds room.. I would also like to know if their is a tutorial on the “B” 
Absolutely LOVE this! Thank you for sharing. We are redoing my little boy’s room in the near future and loved this room!
I love how the room is so simple, yet so classic at the same time. I’ll bet he will enjoy the room for quite a few years!
No surprise that his room is ADORABLE!!! I could sure use you in my house Shelley!!
I love this room! I am currently creating one for my 22 month old. I love the growth chart and would love to know how you did it!
That is the cutest boys room EVER! I love winning arguments, I mean discussions with my husband over stuff like this-I’m glad you won on this one, it’s perfect!
-Tiff
Just lovely! And great job on a small budget!
But where are the toys? I’d love to see your toy storage.
Toys are in the toy room!
I have a big leather trunk we keep all the toys in.
I LOVE this room! We are in need of toddler boy room ideas and I also want to stay away from the theme rooms for just a little longer! I love the growth chart and the big ‘B.’ I seriously need something similar for our little guy!! Thanks for sharing the great ideas!
LOVE LOVE LOVE the letter B. I think it totally pulls everything together. Great makeover on the cheap!
I love this! I can’t wait to see your twins’ nursery!
Super cute! I’d love to see your whole house!
I love your growth chart, and this room is adorable..getting ready to do my little guy’s room, thanks for the inspiration!
i love the BIG “B”… waiting on the tutorial
Okay, okay!
I’ll do it. -Soon. Promise! 
I *LOVE* this room!!! Oh I so can’t wait for tutorials! I sooo badly want to do this for my twin boys!!!! I think I may completely copy you!!!
What an adorable room! I love all the personal touches and the thrifty finds! I just bought a growth chart vinyl sticker from Etsy and am excited to put it together with wood—love the stars on yours
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Adorable! My husband won on our son’s nursery…Michigan University Football…aaaand we live in TEXAS! Ha! It turned out really cute though. I love everything you did in your lil’ guy’s room. And I must mention his AH-mazing blue eyes. What a doll!!
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Love it! I love the photos you gals take! Like the pictures in this room – LOVE them!! I need to find a photographer in my area to take pics of my boys!!
Hello, i would really like to know where you got this bedroom furniture and what the finish color is.
I got it from Commercial Home furnishing in Boise Id. I have no idea the finish color. I’m sorry to not be more help. —Shelley
Absolutely love this adorable room! I’m going to use this for inspiration when decorating my todder’s new room! This is one of the first (and by far cutest)I have found that is not super “Kiddish” or overly themed which is exactly what I have been looking for! Where did you find those cute star hooks?