Final touches

So, we made it. And, it's cute as heck. And, this guy deserves a rest. And a huge thank you!

This week we put the final touches on the glamper. Here's a recap of this week's progress:

We painted the stripe. And, repainted the fridge. Instead of seaside turquoise we turned it back to grey. Little man really wanted to help out. We were hesitant at first. Then we let him go all out.  Rather than worry too much about paint drips and runs (which we were overly cautious about in the beginning) we decided to let him go for it. He painted the entire fridge on his own. If you look close at the pin stripe, or the fridge, and perhaps a few other select spots on the camper you will see places that became "imperfections" in the paint. I've learned throughout this process that these little imperfections add character and are subtle reminders and "evidence of all levels of participation" from our entire family. His, mine, ours. It was a process of learning together, loving together, and allowing each and every one of us to contribute at our own level of creativity and love. 

 As the paint dried, we went inside and chilled out. Literally, we cooled off with the new portable air conditioner that we added to the closet that should help cool us off during the Dog Days of Summer.

And, even though the space wasn't yet complete. We spent Saturday night in the driveway playing a a few games. And, of course, snapping a few pictures.

The next night, we celebrated my birthday. Take a look at my "birthday cushions" and new pillows! We were so thrilled with how the "kitchenette/dinette area" turned out.

This area turns into a sleeping area. The boys tried it out and immediately little man wanted to go camping! Only a few more days, buddy! Hang tight!

While we waited for the back cushions to be completed, new contact paper was added to the inside of the cupboards. I just love it! 

Before we knew it, the newly sewn foam cushions were complete! As you can see below, they work as a sofa or fold out into just a little less than full sized bed for a sleeping area. My in laws really out did themselves with this project! We think they look great and are actually super comfy!

Little man was totally ready to glamp when he saw these go in! So, a trip for more fabric was in store so that we could get some curtains ready to go. A quick lesson from MIL and I was sewing a curtain. It was not my cup of tea great! :) I was thankful that I had the opportunity to give it a whirl but perhaps even more thankful when sweet hubby came to the rescue. He got a quick crash course from his parents and he was ready to rock. 

And, like a boss, he rolled out some pretty fabulous curtains. Have I mentioned how awesome it is to be married to the art teacher/Eagle Scout/all-around fabulous dude? Yep, he can pretty much do anything. :) And, though he's not perfect, he's pretty dang awesome. 

Sweetie, great work. On all of this. You deserve a HUGE thumbs up. 

Stay tuned, folks. We're going to get our glamper on. Or, camp. Or, something like that very soon.