When Yansy sent us photos and a description of her forest-inspired master bedroom makeover, we were excited to share the transformation step by step. Her project is a great example of how a simple, creative idea can turn an ordinary room into a calm, inviting retreat without spending a fortune. Below is the note she sent describing her process and inspiration.
I wanted to share with you my finished master bedroom since you were the inspiration behind the Forest Wall. I would love to know what you both think of it. Of course I borrowed the idea from your old dining room chalk project. But instead of doing chalk and sealer I just used white chalk to trace the pattern on the wall and painted over it instead. I didn’t copy the pattern from anywhere (it’s something I came up with and that’s probably why it took me 5 hrs from start to finish). I would suggest that people use chalk first as opposed to going right to paint, that way they can make sure that they are happy with the end result (great idea guys!). After months of trying to come up with things to do in this room (and since the wallpapers I like cost a small fortune) I decided to create my own. I must say I’m very pleased with the way it turned out! Thanks for the inspiration! -Yansy
Her description captures the spirit of a confident DIY approach: observe an idea, adapt the technique to your needs, and test it before committing. Yansy replaced the idea of a costly wallpaper with a painted mural that mimics a repeating pattern, and she used a chalk layout to ensure the composition felt right before applying paint. That extra step made all the difference in avoiding mistakes and fine-tuning the design.
Here’s the room before the big makeover:
And here’s the same space after Yansy’s striking DIY Forest Wall:
The finished bedroom reads like a calm, woodland-inspired sanctuary. The painted pattern provides depth and interest while remaining subtle enough to cultivate a restful atmosphere. Using a monochromatic palette with variations in tone gives the wall texture without overwhelming the room, so the focus remains on comfort and balance.
What stands out about Yansy’s approach is how accessible the process is. You don’t need advanced artistic skills or expensive materials to create a custom accent wall. Her workflow is straightforward and repeatable:
- Choose a simple, repeating motif or design that complements the room’s size and function.
- Sketch the layout lightly in chalk first so you can adjust spacing and scale until it looks right.
- Use a small brush or roller and paint over the chalk tracing, working in sections for clean lines and consistent coverage.
- Step back frequently to check the overall rhythm of the pattern and tweak any areas as needed.
Because Yansy designed the pattern herself, the final result feels personal and unique. She reported spending about five hours from start to finish, which is a reasonable evening or weekend project for many homeowners. The decision to test with chalk spared her the risk of committing to a paint layout she might later regret.
This makeover is a useful reminder that creativity and patience often replace cost when you want a high-impact change. Instead of investing in costly wallpaper, Yansy invested time and thoughtful planning—and the result is a room that looks intentional and serene.
Thanks to Yansy for sharing the before and after photos and for describing her process so clearly. Her project shows how a few simple techniques—planning with chalk, painting carefully, and choosing a restrained palette—can transform a bedroom into a peaceful, stylish retreat. What do you think of the Forest Wall idea? Would you try a painted pattern like this in your home?