Last Updated on December 24, 2015 by Kristi Linauer
Just as I figured, I’m going to need one more day to finish my herringbone “tile” lamp bases. I really started to think that I could get them finished in time to show you today, but as I was outside at 10:00 last night spraying the second lamp base with clear coat, I realized that it just wasn’t going to happen. The bases are finished, but I still need to install two lamp kits. Right now, they’re still just two really fancy MDF boxes. 🙂
As I’m working on a project, my mind is always wandering to the next project(s). And while I really do want to finish up my living room and entryway, there are two items for my bedroom that really need some immediate attention.
The first is a headboard. I’m getting tired of leaning against the window when I sit in bed with my laptop. The second project is bedside tables. I purchased two IKEA Rast 3-drawer chests that I plan to turn into something more suited for my bedroom. Right now, they look like this…
Impressive, right? 😀
After sharing 12 amazing and inspiring IKEA Rast hack ideas with you back in November, I finally decided that I was going to use this Bungalow 5 Jacqui 3-drawer side table, which retails for $910.00 at Layla Grayce, as inspiration for my own IKEA Rast hack.
I even bought the brass ring pulls and got them in the mail about a week ago. I really love the modern look of this one, and those quirky little feet just make me smile.
But a few days ago, I came across this Kira Chest from Grandin Road, which retails for $349.00.
This one appeals to that side of me that really loves scalloped and scrolly things. Plus, nail head trim. I do like the finish, but if I make this one, I’ll probably go with a different finish — something more colorful. This finish would blend in too much with the linen draperies that will be behind it.
I really do like both of these equally, and each of them appeals to different parts of my “decorating personality,” I guess you could say.
Since I can’t make a decision, I’m leaving this one up to y’all. I generally ask for input, and then make my own decision. But in this case, I’ll actually go with the majority vote, without question.
So, which one would you like to see me use as inspiration for my own IKEA Rast hack? 🙂
(If you’ve missed the other elements that will go into our bedroom design, you can click here to get an idea of where this room is headed.)
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237 Comments
lynndy
January 21, 2014 at 10:04 amI like the Kira chest!
RoseMary Z
January 21, 2014 at 10:05 amThe Kira chest! I really like that one!
Michele
January 21, 2014 at 10:06 amKira chest all the way!
Roseann
January 21, 2014 at 10:07 amI like the Kira one also. Have any idea what color?
Beverly
January 21, 2014 at 10:07 amWell, it depends on the headboard, I think, but I think the Kira style would work well.
K
January 21, 2014 at 10:08 amDefinitely the Kira!
DeAndrea
January 21, 2014 at 10:09 amUse a bright color OR the scrolly nail head. I think both together would be overwhelming, but maybe not. I’m sure whatever you decide will be more than wonderful!
April S
January 21, 2014 at 10:09 amThe Kira!!! Beautiful…
jeanne
January 21, 2014 at 10:09 amKira for sure.
Krikit
January 21, 2014 at 10:09 amI especially like the second one and think it would be a better coordinate for the lines of the bed frame (and likely the headboard you will be making), plus the nailhead trim would be such a compliment to the floral pattern in the drapery fabric. ~:)
Kim
January 21, 2014 at 10:10 amI would love to see you do the Kira one!
Lynne
January 21, 2014 at 10:10 amWhile I’d be intrigued to learn how to do nailhead trims, I like the Bungalow 5 table best and hope I get to see how you manage the quirky feet on your IKEA chests.
Lisa
January 21, 2014 at 11:18 amMe too!
Amy Hunter
January 21, 2014 at 10:11 amWhat about a combo of the two. The nail head, and the awesome drawer pulls….?
Karen
January 21, 2014 at 1:32 pmI was just about to suggest the same thing. I would love to see the green and brass with some nail head trim that runs down the sides and follows the curve of the leg.
denise
January 21, 2014 at 9:33 pmi agree. u need to incorporate the 2 stands
both have appealing looks but as u said, the feet of first one make u smile
go for it
and
smile
Sheila F.
January 21, 2014 at 10:11 amKira hands down. It is so you!
Tasha
January 21, 2014 at 10:11 amHhmmm…..that’s hard since your room is so bare. I’d really like to see what you have planned for the headboard and bedding. Is the color of the wall changing?
Melissa
January 21, 2014 at 10:13 amKira!
Yolanda
January 21, 2014 at 10:13 amLove the green one but the shape of the Kira is closer to what you have, and I think would be easier to transform. I could see Kira in a funky green or teal.
Alta
January 21, 2014 at 10:14 amKira gets my vote!
Trina
January 21, 2014 at 10:15 ami love the Layla Grace but i see the Kira working with the Rast better. however i’d like to see you do the Layla Grace so i could copy it…. lol.. yes i am being a bit selfish here
Ayisha
January 21, 2014 at 10:16 amI really like that Kira Chest. It totally screams style. Also I can’t wait to hear your review on your Saatva mattress. We had been lookingfor a mattress for the past year and when you posted this brand I did some research and bought one. After waiting 18 days for delivery, the mattress could not fit up the stairs because it is extremly rigid and did not flex a single inch. I really wish that would have been mentioned in the delivery info. I measured my staircase several times and since there had been a king bed up there I didn’t expect any issues with the Saatva mattress. Essentially it was like trying to fit a king sized box spring up my stairs. I had to send it back with the delivery men so I never got to sleep on it 🙁 I will add that the customer service was excellent and I’d consider them again for smaller beds in my house.
Candice
January 21, 2014 at 10:16 amI vote for the Kira chest with The Bungalow 5 color. BTW, the ring pulls look like they would work really well on the really small drawers of the Kira chest but not so well on the IKEA chest.
Jenna
January 21, 2014 at 10:17 amI like the nailhead trim option! It’s fresh and new, and I’m a sucker for anything with nailhead trim…:)
Pam Brake
January 21, 2014 at 3:06 pmI like the nailhead one!
Ramona Long
January 21, 2014 at 10:17 amThe second one……very classy!!!
CherylM.
January 21, 2014 at 10:18 amOf the two I prefer the Kira Chest.
Carla
January 21, 2014 at 10:18 amI love the Kita, also! Can’t wait to see what you decide. I’m sure it will be beautiful, just like all of your projects!
lumi
January 21, 2014 at 10:19 amkira chest !!!!!!
Christine
January 21, 2014 at 10:21 amThe Kira table!
sarah thor
January 21, 2014 at 10:21 amdefinitely the kira. I have a chest that is plain and want to do something with it. I will be watching this one closely. Thanks for allll of the inspiration. You are amazing!! =)
Monica Edwards
January 21, 2014 at 10:24 amKira chest for sure!!
Julie
January 21, 2014 at 10:24 amOoh…Kira! So elegant. (disclaimer: I’m a sucker for scroll-y things too!)
Sarry Thomas
January 21, 2014 at 10:25 amThe Kira Chest!
Ron Harris
January 21, 2014 at 10:25 amOverall, I like the chest from Layla Grace, but I think your Rast chests more closely resemble the Kira Chest, so I would go with that one. They definitely would need the special Kristie touch though because the Kira Chest’s color is drab and boring. I can’t wait to see what you come up with!
Ron Harris
January 21, 2014 at 10:31 amSorry, I just realized I misspelled your name!
Lori
January 21, 2014 at 10:27 amThe Kira Chest all the way!
Teri
January 21, 2014 at 10:27 amWhy can’t you do a combination of the two? The Keira chest with the quirky little legs – you’ll get what you love from both of them!
rochelle
January 21, 2014 at 10:29 amI actually think you could combine both looks. What about painting it the color you like and doing the nailhead trim from the 2nd option and then using the brass drawer pulls down the middle? I think they both look nice and taking elements from both will give you a custom look of your own and satisfy your desire for both 🙂 or do one table in one look and the other table in the other, they both don’t have to be the same I have seen so many design shows use two totally different side tables and it look awesome. Good luck can’t wait to see the finished product!
Cyndi L
January 21, 2014 at 10:30 amThe Bungalow, although I see I’m in the minority!
Denise
January 21, 2014 at 7:35 pmI too, like the Bungalow 5 table over the Kira. I think your entry table, which I like very much, has enough curves for both rooms. I’d love to see the sleek (and curvy) Bungalow tables at your bedside. They are both modern and classic. As someone else already said, maybe you could also add a little nail head trim. Hmmmmm…
Sheila E
January 21, 2014 at 10:30 amKira!!!!
Susan C
January 21, 2014 at 10:33 amKira Chest most definitely!!
Tammie Stevens
January 21, 2014 at 10:34 amKira chest
Jacquie Z
January 21, 2014 at 10:35 amThe Kira chest is more to your taste. It’s my choice as well.
Lorrie
January 21, 2014 at 10:37 amKira chest
Caroline
January 21, 2014 at 10:39 amI would vote for the Bungalow 5, but I’m obviously way outvoted!
V
January 21, 2014 at 10:41 amI like the Kira, but that’s because it’s totally my kind of style. 🙂 I’m terrible at knowing whether it will fit in with the rest of the decor in your bedroom, though, so take my vote with a grain of salt. 😉
I’m really looking forward to your headboard (tutorial) because I’m also getting tired of leaning back against a hard wall when sitting in my bed. I’ll probably have really bad posture in another few years.
Laurie
January 21, 2014 at 10:44 amOh Please do the Kira!! For some reason the Bungalow reminds me of something that would be on Blue’s Clues. Maybe I’ve just seen too much Blue’s Clues but it was the first thing that popped into my mind when I saw it. Not that having something that seems like it belongs on a kids show is entirely bad, maybe even a little fun, I’m just tired of the show lol. The Kira just seems a little more sophisticated to me.
Chris
January 21, 2014 at 10:45 amThe Bungalow…but that’s more my style than yours, not having any of the “fancy”. And I see I’m way out-voted anyway. 🙂
judi
January 21, 2014 at 10:46 amThe nailheads and swirls look much fresher IMHO. The shape is more easily adapted to your purchases, too. Whatever you choose, I’m sure we’ll be ready to applaud. Just a thought. How about surrounding the window with bookcases, with the bedside tables part of the design?
DAF
January 21, 2014 at 10:46 amKira chest with a Kristi twist. Can’t wait to see what you do with it.
1725parker
January 21, 2014 at 10:47 amWhile I like elements of both, my vote is for the Kira chest but perhaps w/ larger knobs? And there’s something about the square of raised molding around all 3 drawers … what if that went away and you just did the curvy nail head trim? BTW, I really like those “pillow warmers”. I have one, too.
Leslie
January 21, 2014 at 10:47 amKira! I love that! I saw those chests but couldn’t figure out what to do to them to make them work. You have once again given me a great idea! That may have to be my next project.
Melissa
January 21, 2014 at 10:54 amHands down, option number two! Nailhead trim is my favorite!!!
Although I do love the pretty feet and the pulls on the Jacqui it reminds me of something off the Austin Powers movie set
Jenni Gomila
January 21, 2014 at 10:56 amThe Kira…which would still look awesome with the “ring” pulls!!!
Cathy
January 21, 2014 at 10:57 amGo with the one with the scalloped and scrolly things, and nail head trim. 🙂
Jean Reeves
January 21, 2014 at 10:57 amMy vote is the Kira chest! Blessings.
Donna
January 21, 2014 at 10:59 amLove the Kira!
Lori
January 21, 2014 at 11:00 amDefinitely Kira!
Jenn
January 21, 2014 at 11:01 amI think the Kira’s style translates very well to the Rast frame–the drawers on both pieces create a uniform front, whereas the Bungalow one has smaller drawers. I think a solid, monochromatic might be too “plain” to work with the Rast frame. Does that make sense? Having said that, I think the Kira style would be awesome if you pulled the coral color from your patriotic fabric and lightly distressed it. 🙂 Not sure how your hubby feels about coral nighstands, but it would be really amazing against white wainscoting and the navy wall color.
Wendy
January 21, 2014 at 4:49 pmI vote for the Kira design as well and was going to suggest to paint them the coral color as well. Although I am not a fan of a distressed finish and with this chest I would not do it here. I think it would distract from the overall effect of the pretty nail head trim. I really like the idea of combining the feet of the other chest with this one to give it that Kristi flare. I know whichever you chose it will be fabulous!
angela
January 21, 2014 at 11:02 ami like the Kira Chest .
Kay
January 21, 2014 at 11:05 amDefinitely the Bungalow 5 Jacqui 3-drawer side table! It’s so fun and speaks to your personality and our homes need to make us smile! The Kira one feels to traditional and predictable. Whatever you decide it will be perfect for you!
Laurie
January 21, 2014 at 10:08 amThe green one – by far!!
Abra
January 21, 2014 at 11:12 amBoth are nice…the jacqui in silver or the kira in red lacquer
Renata
January 21, 2014 at 11:23 amI love your work. Here I’d vote for the second choice 😉
Cheryl
January 21, 2014 at 11:26 amKira
janpartist
January 21, 2014 at 11:30 amNumber 1.
Robyn
January 21, 2014 at 11:34 amI’m with Rochelle (above). I vote for the Kira, but with elements of both? Gotta love that nailhead trim, so with your talent with a saw, some fancier legs on the Kira if that’s possible? Love your “pillow warmers”, too.
Kelly
January 21, 2014 at 11:34 amLike the Kira night stand….
Deb
January 21, 2014 at 11:41 amThe Kira – it is just lovely, although I agree that it should be a more interesting color. I’m very excited to see what you do to it.
Laura O'Connell
January 21, 2014 at 11:43 amThe Kira chest! At this point, I think it’s the all-out winner. Love that nail head trim.
Colleen D
January 21, 2014 at 11:44 amKira!!!
Pam from Michigan
January 21, 2014 at 11:49 amLove the Kira. By the way, as someone that owns a buffet with those drawer pulls, you will get tired of the little marks the pull makes as it clanks against the wood. Also, the sound oft he clanking gets old. I finally removed them and installed drawer pulls with no moving parts. Just saying!
Darlene
January 21, 2014 at 11:50 amKira chest
Kismet
January 21, 2014 at 11:50 amBungalow. I am not a nailhead trim fan and homemade nailhead always looks, we’ll, homemade. It is never straight ( tho I am sure YOU could rock it), and puts me in mind of arts and crafts 😉
Sarah
January 21, 2014 at 11:52 amI much prefer the Layla grace… But I see that I’m definitely in the minority.
Lisa Durst
January 21, 2014 at 10:57 amI think it’s going to be the Kira! I concur! Love it!
Roberta
January 21, 2014 at 12:03 pmI vote for the Kira! 🙂
Tammy
January 21, 2014 at 11:04 amKira, that’s my vote..
Cindy
January 21, 2014 at 12:07 pmKira chest, all the way.
Debbie Parent
January 21, 2014 at 12:09 pmI would love to see your rendition of the Kira chest.
Jennifer
January 21, 2014 at 12:12 pmKira!
Small Town Country Girl
January 21, 2014 at 11:13 amLOVE the kira chest with a pop of colour, so unexpected but beautiful!
Deb Thalasitis
January 21, 2014 at 12:16 pmKira Chest; Navy
Sue
January 21, 2014 at 12:19 pmI love the look and color of the Bungalow chest. The iron ring pulls are awesome,
Karen
January 21, 2014 at 12:20 pmI know I’m in the minority here, but I vote for the green chest: I simply love the bold colour and esp. the legs! I would love to see how you transform the Rast into this chest with legs. But I think that the colour choice should definitely tie in with what you’ve planned for the other decor in the room.
If you decide on the 2nd option which I’m rather sure of because of the overwhelming vote for that, I am much for another colour choice because it seems a bit too neutral that way – but you alreday suggested that yourself, so I’m quite sure that you’ll come up with a unique Kristi version that’ll top both of the options above 😉 Can’t wait to see it in progress!!!
tracy
January 21, 2014 at 12:24 pmYay! At least there’s 2 of us!
Gayle Pratt
January 23, 2014 at 5:10 pmthree!! lol
tracy
January 21, 2014 at 12:22 pmI think I’m all alone in my opinion..the Bungalow green chest. After looking over your bedroom ideas, I think that green cutie with the fun feet just belongs! (LOVE the floral fabric!)
Kay
January 21, 2014 at 2:50 pmI totally agree! That green cutie just screams Kristi and why not have some fun with it while still having a beautiful room! I think the fact that we’re in the minority is all the more reason to go green. Nobody else would have it and you don’t want the same thing in your home that everyone else has. Our homes should make us smile and those green nightstands would definitely put a smile on anyones face. Can’t wait to see what you decide!
C.B. McDuff
January 21, 2014 at 12:34 pmKira Chest here! Perhaps in a fun color? I know it will be great no matter which you choose!
Paivi
January 21, 2014 at 12:37 pmthe Kira chest! Love the nailhead trim plus I think the first one is a bit too modern for the design.
Jean
January 21, 2014 at 12:47 pmKira!
Shawn
January 21, 2014 at 12:52 pmThe Kira chest, for certain. I love the shape of it, and the extra details. I am not excited by the colour choice Grandin Road used, but I know that when you pair your hack and taste in colour that it will be perfect.
I have two Rasts waiting for me to tackle them too, but right now my basement workspace is gutted because of a flood, and it is far too cold here to work outside, so I have to watch and see what everyone else does, in the hope I figure out what I want to do!
Betty
January 21, 2014 at 12:53 pmKira!
Natalie
January 21, 2014 at 12:55 pmIn looking at the other design ideas for your room, I have to say the Kira is my vote as well. softer style for a bedroom
Janet McKay
January 21, 2014 at 1:40 pmI was leaning toward the other one, but Natalie’s comment convinced me that the Kira chest would be great for a bedroom!
Yoli
January 21, 2014 at 1:24 pmThe Bungalow! The Kira chest is nice, but boring, a bit old-lady style to my taste. I would love to see your take on the Bungalow!
Linda
January 21, 2014 at 1:24 pmKira! I love both, and hope that you use the other one somewhere else in your house (a modified version in your office or dining area?). But I think the Kira would work better with the RAST in terms of shape, and I like the simple elegance of it for a bedroom.
Amber S.
January 21, 2014 at 1:25 pmThe Kira chest for sure!
Vickiebowen
January 21, 2014 at 1:31 pmI LOVE the Kira chest!! The nail heads sold me!!
Jenn
January 21, 2014 at 1:38 pmSo much depends on the color! What color are you leaning towards?
Sally B
January 21, 2014 at 1:41 pmI like the Kira best, or the other one in a shade of blue or gray maybe. Green is pretty but in a bedroom my personal preference is quiet colors, just my taste. I LOVE the nailhead trim…:)
Juliette Berchelai
January 21, 2014 at 2:09 pmKira. Very cool.
Jaybird
January 21, 2014 at 2:11 pmI love color, but the Kira chest just looks so much more calming and classy!
Blessings,
J
Monica
January 21, 2014 at 2:23 pmKira design with the doorknocker pulls. Thanks for sharing all your creativity and talent with us!!!!!!
Linda Crandall
January 21, 2014 at 2:50 pmKira chest – Love it!!
Beth
January 21, 2014 at 2:52 pmI know I’m way outvoted so this doesn’t really matter but I really like the green one. I think that’s because it’s a bit more modern and funky. Your style probably lends itself to the other one more, but I was really interested to see how you were planning to create that foot detail. The nailhead trim in the Kira is great, and because you didn’t use it on the console, it wouldn’t be overkill. Whatever you choose, I’m looking forward to seeing how you accomplish it. You give me courage!
Genny
January 21, 2014 at 2:53 pmKira gets my vote; but I have no doubt at all you’ll make whatever one you decide look fabulous my dear, and fit that room to a T.
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Susan M.
January 21, 2014 at 2:54 pmI vote for the Kira – just seems more appropriate for a grown up master.
Jamie Mann
January 21, 2014 at 2:55 pmthe Kira chest
Martha McGinnis
January 21, 2014 at 2:56 pmThe Kira, I love the nail head trim and the green one is too similar in style to the console table and I don’t think it would complement your bed. There you have it, my 2 cents
Cheryl
January 21, 2014 at 3:02 pmThe Kira! Can’t wait to see which wins!
Mary Stewart
January 21, 2014 at 3:03 pmThe Kira chest!
DJ
January 21, 2014 at 3:04 pmThe Kira. I’d love to see your take on that one.
LISA JANUSKA
January 21, 2014 at 3:06 pmAfter scrolling thru to the bottom to place my comment, it seemed as though Kira won! I too think Kira is the one to go for. That nailhead trim is scrumptious, and you’ll finally get to fulfill your desire, and to get that off your bucketlist of things to make!
Melanie
January 21, 2014 at 3:08 pmBungalow!!!!!!!! I love it 🙂
Melanie
January 21, 2014 at 3:09 pmOh well, maybe you can still use the Bungalow somewhere!
Lori Robinson @ Color It Simple
January 21, 2014 at 3:08 pmNo question, the Kira is class all the way….Love love the nail-head trim
ERIKA
January 21, 2014 at 3:09 pmHi Kristi
I like the Kira chest.. but looking at your post I doubt its for your room. Looks like it belongs to 2 sweet adorable fur babies to me. 😉
Catherine G
January 21, 2014 at 3:09 pmMy vote is for the Kira chest. I’m eagerly awaiting whichever one wins (looking like the Kira at this point) and your spectacular creativity! I so enjoy your blog.
Diane Mansil
January 21, 2014 at 3:09 pmOkay. I admit it. You’ve won me over to the world of nail head trim with the Kira chest. I love the design and even the ‘dotty’ appearance of the nail head trim. THIS one has my vote…in a wild, random color.
And since I adore crazy green and funky feet, it was a shock to me that I liked the other one better!
That said…I bet you could do a prettier scrolled foot design.
Andrea
January 21, 2014 at 3:10 pmKira for sure
Carla
January 21, 2014 at 3:12 pmI love the feet on #1. Can you do like a hybrid of the two?
Beth Windfeldt
January 21, 2014 at 3:17 pmAbsolutely the Kira chest for your bedroom! The other is fun and funky but wouldn’t be my first choice for your bedroom. Maybe use that idea else where.
Dee
January 21, 2014 at 3:20 pmwhy not the best of both? order another set of ring pulls, use the nail head design, and cut out scroll work in that kick plate?
Deborah
January 21, 2014 at 3:20 pmKira!!
Gilmer Gal
January 21, 2014 at 3:29 pmPretty sure the Kira is the big winner. I really love that chest. Have you ever tried the nailheads that come on a cord, or string. Easy to install, I used them on some Monterry chairs a few years ago and they don’t look half bad! Got them on a Tandy site.
Gilmer Gal
January 21, 2014 at 3:30 pmThey come on a roll
Martha from Ontario
January 21, 2014 at 3:33 pmI can definitely see both of these tables reflecting your styles. The Bungalo 5 is quirky and unexpected, like a lot of your projects, but the Kira with its swirls and nailhead trim I think would appeal to you (well, me) at the end of the day when I came into my bedroom. Fun, quirky stuff in the living areas for during the day and elegant, restful (yet interesting) pieces for a grown-up bedroom. Your projects continue to amaze and inspire me. I must echo other comments – whatever you choose will turn out great!
Patty Lucas
January 21, 2014 at 3:36 pmI LOVE the Kira!!!!
Leslie
January 21, 2014 at 3:38 pmLove,love,love the Kira. Hope you are planning to do them in an exciting color. I’m also looking for bedside stands and can’t wait to see what you do with these. Worry if you choose the other style it will turn into repetitive scroll throughout the whole house.
Joanne Aller
January 21, 2014 at 3:38 pmThe second one. It’s fun coming to your site and seeing what you come up with each day.
Michelle Robertson
January 21, 2014 at 3:41 pmYou are one busy, busy woman. Your projects amaze me! I know I am out numbered in my vote, but I really like the bungalow 3 drawer chest with the ring pulls! I love the simplicity of the green chest! Love the legs!
Joni
January 21, 2014 at 3:48 pmThe Kira….then if you don’t like it, you can send it to me….. 🙂
Jeanna Sanchez
January 21, 2014 at 3:48 pmI say the Bungalow 5 but I am way out voted.. I would save the nail head trim for the headboard and possibly a end of the bed bench, although I love nailhead,I am a sucker for those Bungalow 5 legs!
Peg
January 21, 2014 at 3:51 pmThe Kira because of it’s uniqueness. It catches the eye.
Kath
January 21, 2014 at 3:51 pmKira chest, for sure!!!
liz
January 21, 2014 at 3:53 pmI like the bungalow chest, but I really love the Kira chest. Whichever one you end up going with, I’m sure will look perfect in your room.
Francine
January 21, 2014 at 3:53 pmHey Kristi,
Sweet kitties by the way!
I prefer the Kira chest…I realize that we all have our own preferences (styles) and so I’m just stating what I would like…I am a bit concerned about what type of color (and/or finish) would use because for me, the nail head trim reminds me of rich and rustic leather furniture…and so anything shiny (including shiny metals) would not fit. I imagine this chest looking like something one would find in the “Sundance” catalog…I love their stuff!!
http://www.sundancecatalog.com/category/furniture+and+decor/rustic+and+vintage+furniture.do?sortby=ourPicks&page%20=%201
Francine
January 21, 2014 at 3:54 pmHey Kristi,
Sweet kitties by the way!
I prefer the Kira chest…I realize that we all have our own preferences (styles) and so I’m just stating what I would like…I am a bit concerned about what type of color (and/or finish) would be used because for me, the nail head trim reminds me of rich and rustic leather furniture…and so anything shiny (including shiny metals) would not fit. I imagine this chest looking like something one would find in the “Sundance” catalog…I love their stuff!!
http://www.sundancecatalog.com/category/furniture+and+decor/rustic+and+vintage+furniture.do?sortby=ourPicks&page%20=%201
Harmony
January 21, 2014 at 3:57 pmBungalow! I love the clean, simple look.
Linda
January 21, 2014 at 3:57 pmDefinitely the green one with the quirky legs. Its a nice contrast with its modern lines to your more traditional bed. It seems like you and is a good match with the dark bed frame. Love it and seems most like you.
Jordan
January 21, 2014 at 3:58 pmKira!
Bethany
January 21, 2014 at 3:59 pmI’m going with the Kira in a fun color.
Kelly Palmer
January 21, 2014 at 4:09 pmI vote for the Kira chest 🙂
Melanie
January 21, 2014 at 4:10 pmI vote the Kira!!
Stacie
January 21, 2014 at 4:15 pmMy vote is for the Kira one. Love the nailhead trim pattern.
bonnie
January 21, 2014 at 4:19 pmPlease do the kira!!!! I love that shape and style.
Alisa
January 21, 2014 at 4:20 pmMy vote is for the Kira. Love all the detail on it,
Kim George
January 21, 2014 at 4:30 pmI actually prefer number 1. But it looks as if KIRA is “Winning” :-). I am certain no matter what design choice wins, it will come out fabulous!
Brian
January 21, 2014 at 4:32 pmYour style and taste dictates kira. good luck with the development.
Ginger
January 21, 2014 at 4:33 pmThe Kira one! Absolutely. While I love the green one -a lot, I really think the Kira would be more in line with your other choices for the bedroom. Navy, stained wood and linen? Definitely screaming Kira. But please! maybe you can do those funky little feet on the first one somewhere else on another piece ?????
Susan
January 21, 2014 at 4:48 pmLove the Kira chest! Like you, I’m always drawn to everything scrolly. I know you’ll do something amazing for the finish! For selfish reasons I’d like for you to use that chest so I can try to copy your tutorial! 🙂
Debbie
January 21, 2014 at 4:53 pmGo for the Bungalow! It’s a modern perspective on a classic design; clean-lined yet architecturally interesting! And the color is just yummy!
Erin
January 21, 2014 at 5:02 pmi love the green!
stacyeh
January 21, 2014 at 5:17 pmDefinitely the Kira, but I would love to see you do the green one for maybe another room. Maybe you could work it somewhere close to the gorgeous console table you made.
Judy
January 21, 2014 at 4:20 pmI love the Jacqui!
Elaine
January 21, 2014 at 5:29 pmMy vote is for the Kira chest, absolutely. To me it fits right in to a luxuriant bedroom, calm and beautiful.
Bev Jones
January 21, 2014 at 5:31 pmKira in Kiwi
LouAnn Larson
January 21, 2014 at 5:36 pmLove the Kira!
Jacqui
January 21, 2014 at 5:37 pmSeriously how can I vote for anything but the green one called Jacqui since that’s my name!! That would be a cosmic connection lol
Leslie
January 21, 2014 at 5:42 pmKira Chest – with a diamnd tufted headboard it will be georgeous.
Sheri
January 21, 2014 at 5:47 pmI like both, but I would need to see plans for the headboard before I chose one.
Sharon Emanuel
January 21, 2014 at 5:52 pmKira.
Melinda @ Love Melinda
January 21, 2014 at 6:04 pmI like the Layla Grayce. The legs remind of the table you just finished!
BeckiB
January 21, 2014 at 6:08 pmBungalow 5
Lorri
January 21, 2014 at 6:11 pmThe Kira Chest.
designdreamer
January 21, 2014 at 6:11 pmI too would like to see how you manage the quirky feet on your IKEA chests, but I love the Kira, and I really, really like the color AND finish.
Dee
January 21, 2014 at 6:12 pmI think the Kiera Chest is beautiful!
Billie-Jo Shepherd
January 21, 2014 at 6:23 pmKiera Chest its stunning I would love two of those cant wait to see if you choose it and what marvelous things you od to it.
Linda Southworth
January 21, 2014 at 6:37 pmFor me I see the Bungalow 5 Jacqui. I love the legs and the beautiful green color!
Joan
January 21, 2014 at 6:43 pmThe green one, especially if you can copy the legs. The other one is really lovely, but I think it’s a bit too bulky. Happy tallying your votes!
Stephanie
January 21, 2014 at 6:45 pmI’m not sure what colors you have in mind, but I love the Kira. How bout peacock blue?
Marcia
January 21, 2014 at 5:49 pmTHe Kira Chest…Love that one…
Marisa Ruffolo
January 21, 2014 at 7:13 pmTotally love the kira chest! It’s beautiful–and if you like the green, you can always paint it that colour and still keep the scrolly look and nail head trim. Really gorgeous!
Gina
January 21, 2014 at 7:23 pmHands down…..THE KIRA !!! You go girl!
Jackie
January 21, 2014 at 7:38 pmSo….if you do the green one, did you plan to cut out the bottom ‘apron’, if the dresser is made so you can ? I think that would look cool. If so, that would sort of blend with the scalloped table you just did. That could be a good thing, or would it be too matchy.
Cyndee
January 21, 2014 at 7:41 pmKira. I feel the legs/feet are too trendy, while Kira is timeless.
Brenda
January 21, 2014 at 8:05 pmDefinitely the Kira. Love that look!
Joanna
January 21, 2014 at 8:12 pmKira Chest, but in a funky color!
Ruth McGrath
January 21, 2014 at 8:23 pmBungalow!
Monica V
January 21, 2014 at 8:26 pmI really like the clean lines of the first table but I’m really drawn more to the one with nail heads. It’s visually more interesting.
Nancy
January 21, 2014 at 8:38 pmKira with a different color finish.
Sandy R
January 21, 2014 at 8:39 pmKira!
Rosemary Flack
January 21, 2014 at 8:40 pmThe Kira is my fav…
Charlotte
January 21, 2014 at 8:44 pmI love the Kira!
Shelia
January 21, 2014 at 8:48 pmKira!!!! Love it!!!
Becky
January 21, 2014 at 9:06 pmSince Kira is the obvious winner…I say Kira, but only with a Kristi twist!
Jerri C. TN
January 21, 2014 at 9:06 pmThe Kira Chest for sure!!!!
The other is too Alice in Wonderland for your great style 🙂
Amy Clark
January 21, 2014 at 9:08 pmKira one
Jenny Ballard
January 21, 2014 at 9:14 pmBungalow would be my vote.
If I remember correctly you were planning a Nailhead headboard. Which I think would bed so nice with the simple lines of the Bungalow bedside drawers.
Kim Patton
January 21, 2014 at 9:50 pmThe Kira! I love your website and your awesome ideas! You are such an inspiration.
Morgan
January 21, 2014 at 10:00 pmNot sure if you’re still checking your older posts but I left a comment on another about paint colors. Check out Distance by Behr (right from HomeDepot). It is all types of wonderfully navy! =)
R
January 21, 2014 at 10:28 pmThe Kira chest!!!
CIndy
January 21, 2014 at 10:29 pmIt’s no contest! Scrolly things, scallops AND nail heads and you have to ask??? The Kira, of course!
Michele M
January 21, 2014 at 10:44 pmBungalow 5 Jacqui 3-drawer side table, just SCREAMS Kristi!
Ann
January 21, 2014 at 10:47 pmSo funny, I have had 2 of these exact night stands – have had them for years. They have been transformed 4 or 5 times. From the bedroom, to a reading room, and now they are on top of each other and are being used as a slim high boy in my toddler’s room. they are so versatile. I can’t wait to see what you turn them into. You have such amazing ideas.
Noel
January 21, 2014 at 10:52 pmI like the idea of combining the two without changing the base.
Bernie
January 21, 2014 at 10:53 pmI guess you don’t need my vote for Kira since that seems to be the winner. I agree the other is quirky, it would be nice if you could redecorate more often. The style of Kira is more classic.
I need to make a comment about the rude people on your blog response. All we hear now is “We’d like your opinion so go to Facebook, our webpage, etc, and leave your comment.” Everyone thinks they now have a RIGHT to say what is on their minds. Working in a high school, I talked to a student and another half dozen answered. I said to them, “This isn’t Facebook – I don’t want your opinions.” Such dumbfounded expressions were on the faces. I know it’s easy to say don’t let it bother you,but that doesn’t happen if you are a caring person like yourself.
I think you are wonderful and so talented. if it’s my style or not.
Carmen
January 21, 2014 at 10:57 pmThe green one is the best!
kimberly Polman
January 21, 2014 at 11:03 pmAbsolutely the kira one. When I saw the green Layla Grace one? I know it’s supposed to be all cool and stuff…but the first thought that popped into my head was the lime green kid’s furniture at IKEA and all the funky lines. It sorta didn’t exactly scream “sophisticated and pretty”, yanno? 😛
DEADER
January 21, 2014 at 11:17 pmKIRA!!! 🙂
Dee
January 21, 2014 at 11:18 pmKira please!
Genelle McDaniel
January 21, 2014 at 11:19 pmI would vote for the Kira, but I still think you should be making the decision. It’ll be gorgeous no matter what you do.
Colleen F
January 21, 2014 at 11:56 pmLOL, well, I can see I am in the minority, but I like the green chest best. I do think the lines of the kira chest would be easier to pull off with the rast though.
ellen
January 22, 2014 at 12:13 amThe first one!!!!
Michelle Wilson
January 22, 2014 at 12:53 amI’m with the majority (even before I looked at the comments). KIRA!!!
Anita Cole
January 22, 2014 at 1:03 amI think based on what you already have done, that you should go with your original plan. I like bold colors and think if you did the bungalow thing in a color from your pallet, like the navy or if you’ve gone with that flowered print you were showing, in the red from it, it would look fabulous. I think the Kira chest looks hard to clean and fiddly.
Darla
January 22, 2014 at 3:40 amKira
Tara
January 22, 2014 at 4:20 amKira!
Alison
January 22, 2014 at 4:52 amI think you should go with the Bungalow 5. You say the feet make you smile and as this is going to be in your bedroom then anything that makes you smile when you wake in the morning is an absolute must!!!
ginna
January 22, 2014 at 8:47 amKira for sure!
Denise Norton
January 22, 2014 at 9:27 amI love everything about the Kira.
Lynn
January 22, 2014 at 9:42 amThe Kira chest! But knowing you, whatever you choose to do will turn out great!
Becky
January 22, 2014 at 10:31 amKira! It looks so classy.
froot loop
January 22, 2014 at 10:42 amKira
Mae Linnemeyer
January 22, 2014 at 10:53 amI vote for the Kira chest, it’s so classic…
Dina
January 22, 2014 at 11:13 amI love nail head trim
jenw
January 22, 2014 at 12:51 pmI really like the green one personally. But I think the nailhead one with a bolder color would be really neat too. Maybe not the scrolls though…you don’t want everything in your house scrolly, right? But you didn’t get nailheads in the living room yet, so nailheads in the bedroom might be fun!
Dawn Wise
January 22, 2014 at 12:58 pmTotally the Kira!!!!!!
Carol F
January 22, 2014 at 1:16 pmDefinately the Kira Chest!!!
Becky L.
January 22, 2014 at 2:00 pmI love the Kira chest. And it definitely needs color. I’m excited to see which color you choose.
Pamela Gethard
January 22, 2014 at 2:07 pmThe bungalow immediately reminded me of the console table because of the cute legs. I love the Kira Table even though I don’t know what the rest of your décor will be in your bedroom.
Lori
January 22, 2014 at 3:23 pmKIRA!
Marie White
January 22, 2014 at 3:38 pmI like the Kira chest the best, however… wondering what color you’ll use – because I definately done ‘t likit the color it is. That isn’t you at all! =)
Guerrina
January 22, 2014 at 3:44 pmI love the bright funkiness & feet of the green one, but love the Kira chest totally! So voting for Kira!
Jules
January 22, 2014 at 4:02 pmKira for sure! Can wait to see the result!!!!
Rodica
January 22, 2014 at 6:25 pmI like the kira chest
Ann
January 23, 2014 at 11:48 amKira
Alyson
January 23, 2014 at 1:03 pmI love the second option best! I am sure you will make either of them beautiful though.
debbie
January 23, 2014 at 4:51 pmI much prefer the Kira chest from Grandin Road but agree for more color. I always love nailheads.
Charlene
January 23, 2014 at 6:50 pmThe Kira one is really beautiful, but my vote is for the green one. It’s bold and modern and fun. I’m a sucker for bright colors, and that color paired with those rings is fabulous!
Connie
January 24, 2014 at 4:11 pmKristi, you can’t go wrong with either of them. I like the Bungalow 5 table because of the legs which are a modern take on the traditional Asian style Ming leg. It’s been around for a few hundred years or so in different versions but it never goes out of style. I also like the ring hardware on it. I am looking forward to finding out your choice.