My version of How To Make A Beautiful Bed is the Everywoman’s guide……
how to make an unfussy bed that not only feels wonderful,
but is also so attractive that you want to crawl back into it as soon as it’s made,
and can’t wait to slide under the sheets when you are dead tired at the end of the day.
Ahhhhh, heavenly comfy bed!
Over the years I have relaxed my bedding style and even how I make the bed…..
I would say it takes me no longer than one minute to straighten the fitted sheet, pull up the top sheet and coverlet, and straighten up the pillows to make it all look tidy and comfy.
Taking this one minute makes such a difference when I walk into my room at the end of the day!!
To combat allergies, I always buy bedding that can be thrown in the washing machine,
so no memory foam anything for us.
We have a pillow top mattress that is several years old. To give it a new lease on life, I added a mattress pad that has a thick layer on top. So yes – a pillow top on top of a pillow top!
It.Is.Heavenly.
I’ve been slowly buying them for my kids’ beds too when I see them on sale. So comfy!
Keep in mind that if you have a pillow top mattress pad you will need deeper fitted sheets, or you can use a flat sheet on the bottom with folded and tucked corners.
treat yourself to nice pillowcases where you lay your head to rest each night.
Sources
Wall color – Benjamin Moore Gentlemen’s Grey #2062-20
Mattress pad – Similar
Sheets – Tahari (I found mine at Marshalls but these are the same ones)
Duvet – Bloomingdales (many years ago)
Quilt – Homegoods
White throw pillows – Homegoods
Throw – Homegoods
Upholstered headboard – DIY
No Sew Bedskirt – DIY
Fabric for headboard and bedskirt – Fabric Place Basement
Wall lights – DIY
Curtains – Ikea (no longer available)
Bamboo rollup shades – Lowes
Wood mounted photo over bed – DIY
Mary Ann Pickett says
THAT IS WHAT I CALL A BEAUTIFUL BED! I'm sold on the mattress pad idea…perhaps we can get another year out of our mattress. And I am definitely getting the laundry detergent. Great tips…just as simple as folding the wrinkly part of the top sheet under. Thanks so much!
Cindy Hattersley says
Wow…you and I are two peas in a pod when it comes to bedding and making the bed. My post sounds like your post!! I too agree about the quilt. Duvets get too messy! I am going to get some Meyers! I love their products and why not use their laundry soap as well. Thanks for joining us Lisa. Love your blog and I adore those Ikea lights above your bed! You are the bomb!!
Karena Albert says
Lisa a beautifully comforting bed! I love the way you layer and use soft colors! The Meyers is now at the top of my list for laundering!! perfection!
xoxo
Karena
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Celia Becker says
Hi Lisa, both you and Cindy Hattersley suggested scenting your bed linens with Lavender. Since I have allergies, as apparently you do too, I usually stay away for scented anything, especially floral scents. But I love the scent of Lavender so I think I'm going to take your advice and run right out and buy some of Mrs. Meyers Lavender detergent. Thanks for the special tip!
Celia Becker @ http://www.AfterOrangeCounty.com
La Contessa says
I think WE own the same sheets???IN MY boys room I have the same………
ADORE the TIP about folding back the BAD WRINKLE!
DO you live right behind me???I see a DANVILLE AD………
A LOVELY LOVELY REAL POST on BED ~ MAKING!!!!
Shall WE meet up?
I am done with the TEENS…………so i have TIME!
Where do you get that laundry GOLD soap………..TRADER JOES is my guess.
Tell me right or wrong!
P L E A S E!!
Sandy says
What great ideas. First I'm going to time myself when making my bed. Right now it feels like hours. Next I'm going to buy some of that Lavender soap. Lovely bed and thank for all of the information.
Elizabeth the commenter above is divine! You'll love her.
Sandra@ http://www.apartfrommyart.com
Nancy Powell says
Great post Lisa and I love the simple luxury of your bed. I've got to try that lavender detergent ASAP- it sounds right up my alley. I agree on all of your points and wish you continued sweet slumber for years to come ! Xo Nancy
pinkcamellias says
I like the idea of folding under the wrinkled part so you don't see it – great idea!
Kim says
Lisa, I love the "tucking under" idea! I am not an ironer and this is fantastic for those sheets of mine that I just can't flatten!! I am a lavender user as well … the smell makes it feel luxurious!! I couldn't agree more about investing in linens that just get better with age!
pam {simple details} says
Oh Lisa, this looks so soothing! I love your beautiful fresh neutrals and first on my list tomorrow is the detergent before I do our bedding, it sounds like a splurge that would be worth every penny! I can't wait! 🙂
Kris Jarrett says
So much great advice here (and beautiful images!). I think I need to buy one of those pillow toppers for our mattress – looks heavenly!!
thistlewoodfarm says
Clever tips! I love the idea of folding the sheet under!
Happy day!
karianne
Kathy says
Hi Lisa,
Love the article! Great tips with the detergent and the fold down. I'm wondering if you have a source for the pillow top mattress pad?
Thanks!
Kathy