The steps below follow the order of the work for this decor project.
This party link is just up my alley right now, as I too, am trying to organize my creative space. I think the new calming space is great! (although I have to admit I like the bright before as well! Am I the only one that likes both spaces?) Here is the Big Reveal from Persnickety Peacock.
If you follow my blog, you’ve heard about my office for a while. When I first moved into my house (about six years ago), I was much more interested in bright and vibrant colors. So, when I decorated…I went for crazy, lively, and busy. Now that I’ve progressed past my 20s (don’t you like that wording), I’ve decided I like calming colors and lots of organization. Here is the new look and a narrative of what has changed. This is my work station…I love it. Previously, I had a curtain that hid shelves. When I redecorated the office, I added a wall with double folding doors. It looks much more organized and really finishes off the room (although I’m not showing what is behind them). I wish I had a picture of the terrible light fixture that was in my office previously. I picked a chandelier from a fabulous antique shop in my area (Dupree’s). I added a cutting table which also provides additional counter space. Best part of the cutting table…it folds down too. Oh, and I sewed new curtains (which need to be fixed on one side, so I’m not going to show you a wider picture). I added these built-ins when I first moved in to my house, but I did purchase new drawer knobs during the redecoration. I like this glitzy look, and I think they go well with the new chandelier. A close-up of the new knobs. This fabric was the inspiration for the wall color. I found it at Fabric and Fringe, and brought it in with the chair cushions and this option board. **The option board will be Tuesday’s walkthrough. I kept the white photo storage boxes. They hold crafting supplies and not photos. I purchased these glass jars at Bed, Bath, and Beyond and used them to organize my ribbon. They bring in a tiny punch of color. I used a magnetic knife organizer from The Container Store for my collection of sewing scissors. This might be my go-to functional item…I attached serge protectors under each side of my desk. Now I can plug in my sewing machine, serger, iron, lamp, phone, stamp embosser, etc., all at once. I spray painted these thread organizers, and hung them behind my sewing machines. These came from a local thrift store, and I spray painted them for a clean look. I love these tiles. I purchased them at A Classy Flea, and I updated them with some glossy white spray paint. Oh, and I moved my white file cabinet out from the closet to use as more counter space. This is my least go-to area…it is a little crowded and messy. However, everything I have out is something I use on a regular basis. What do you think? I love it! It is definitely my personality, and every time I walk by…I smile! The space is absolutely wonderful, it makes me want to sew something right now! What do you all think?
