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February 14, 2013

Office/Craft Room Reveal (Full of DIY Goodness!)

A finished office or craft room complete with a table, storage unit and decorative shelves

Are you ready? I am sooooooo excited to share my final office reveal with y'all today!  First, lets see what I started with, do you remember when I posted about my sons deciding to share a room and being left with this blank slate?

Isn't the transformation awesome? Let's take a look at that picture of the room again and break down what went  into the makeover:

A finished office or craft room complete with a table, storage unit and decorative shelves

The first thing I did was raid the house for unused items that fit my "vision" of a beautiful, neutral, but feminine space.  I used our old kitchen nook table to make my desk.  My hubby didn't want me to paint it so I transformed it's look with Contact Paper (one of my favorite DIYs to date!) I found an off-white rug in the garage to help define the area around the desk.

I had a distinct vision for the curtains inspired by a West Elm shower curtain.  I painted my own striped version with IKEA curtains and paint samples-another one of my favorite recent projects.

work cart office

I found a great deal on a moveable kitchen island at Big Lots and decided it would be perfect for a crafting space. I love that the top is stainless steel and I can move it around the room if I need to while working on various projects.  The middle cabinet also pulls out to hold the trash can-yay for keeping it pretty!

I bought two IKEA Lack shelves for $16 each last week during my trip to Charlotte.  Up on the shelves you can see my Vintage Button and Jute Love Frame, my Dipped Votives, and  DIY Faux Brass Birds.

office desk

On the desk are a few great finds-an antique brass letter holder from the ReStore, and that amazing gold and silver bowl was just $10 on clearance at TJ Maxx! You'll notice the room has lots of flowers and plants too-I love the touches of green and it helps me dream of spring just around the corner!

office reading nook

My reading nook is in front of the desk.  I found this awesome vintage chair at the ReStore a few weeks ago and snapped it up immediately-It's in pristine condition, and I didn't even have to change the fabric, it fit perfectly with the room.  You might recognize the side table as my converted old chair! Oh, and how gorgeous is that metallic lamp I found for only $30!! It's sitting atop some of my favorite DIY books-Design Sponge and Young House Love-perfect for DIY inspirational reading!

A finished office or craft room complete with a table, storage unit and decorative shelves

I know...it's a little obnoxious to post the same overview picture a third time in one post but I had to do it {forgive me?}

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  1. Jessica @ Mom 4 Real says

    February 14, 2013 at 7:49 am

    I love it, Melissa! I am a bit jealous, though...I so wish I had a full sized room for my office craft area. I don't think I'd ever come out!

    Reply
  2. Leah says

    February 14, 2013 at 7:57 am

    It looks great! Mine definitely won't turn out as nice! I am using your contact paper idea for a bookshelf that I'm using in my closet.

    Reply
  3. Ann says

    February 14, 2013 at 9:08 am

    Super job on this...you are so, so lucky to have a lovely, dedicated space all your own. Can't believe that chair! Breathe a sigh of relief that it's finished and enjoy! ~ Ann

    Reply
  4. Janel from NellieBellie says

    February 14, 2013 at 9:47 am

    It's so clean!!! Wow...I don't remember the last time I saw the floor in my craft room (okay, it's not that bad!). This looks great!

    Reply
  5. Shannon @Fox Hollow Cottage says

    February 14, 2013 at 10:13 am

    Lucky girl! I looks great and how wonderful to have a dedicated space 🙂 Nice!
    The little white trolley/cart works super I bet. Perfect for stashing supplies, but looks really cute.

    Happy Valentine's Day 🙂

    Reply
  6. Crystal says

    February 14, 2013 at 10:34 am

    Great job! I love the desk and curtains!!! Happy Valentine's Day!

    Reply
  7. Courtenay says

    February 14, 2013 at 12:23 pm

    I love how you got such a cohesive look using a lot of things you already had! It's a perfect little calm and relaxing space for dreaming up DIY magic!

    Reply
  8. Jacque says

    February 14, 2013 at 12:50 pm

    Wow your room has turned out beautifully, you can come help us with our house next!

    Reply
  9. jenny@birdsandsoap says

    February 14, 2013 at 12:54 pm

    Beautiful! That is the cleanest craft room I've ever seen. It is only missing one thing- clutter! Well done, Melissa!

    Reply
  10. Virginia @ LiveLoveDIY says

    February 14, 2013 at 3:38 pm

    Melissa, it turned out so FABULOUS!!!!!! I'm so thrilled for you that you have such a beautiful, happy space to work in now! And again, those curtains make me swooooooon! You have me inspired to try again! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Jen @ Four Marrs & One Venus says

    February 14, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    My GOSH! I love those Curtains!!! Looks fantastic girl!

    Reply
  12. Make and Do Girl says

    February 15, 2013 at 1:00 pm

    Girl, shut that door and enjoy! Just kidding. You will enjoy it thoroughly though, I'm sure. Love those curtains. I might try that myself!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 16, 2013 at 9:25 pm

      Thanks! It's been so nice to have my own space!!

      Reply
  13. Julie says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:33 pm

    Love that you thought to use a kitchen island for your craft storage and your final product is GREAT!

    Julie

    Reply
  14. Becky @ The Barefoot Seamstress says

    February 16, 2013 at 12:34 am

    What a great airy space to get crafty in! I must say one of my fav parts is that metallic lamp. I've been dying to find something like that for a reasonable price.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 16, 2013 at 9:23 pm

      I was so excited to find that lamp! It was only $30 (with the shade!) at Big Lots-if you have one near you check there!

      Reply
  15. Shaffer Sisters says

    February 16, 2013 at 6:54 pm

    Can I come live in your office? I am pretty sure I would never leave. Beautiful. I love the color scheme. What a great space for creating.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 16, 2013 at 9:20 pm

      Thanks so much! Although I admit it's looking a wee more cluttered than the pics right now! (Shh!)

      Reply
  16. TidyMom says

    February 17, 2013 at 12:05 pm

    What a wonderful space!!
    Thanks for linking up! I featured your post in my wrap up https://tidymom.net/2013/creative-ideas-to-make/ have a great weekend!

    Reply
  17. Amy @ A Blossoming Life says

    February 17, 2013 at 3:24 pm

    Love this whole room! Its bright and clean! I keep finding my way back here every week loving your projects! Just started following you on Facebook!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 20, 2013 at 8:38 am

      Thanks Amy, it's definitely my "happy place" in the house-I love that I had total control over the decor in here (I have an opinionated husband that usually dampers my ideas in the rest of the house!!)

      Reply
  18. Debbie says

    February 18, 2013 at 9:49 am

    I love your new space! Very light, airy & feminine.
    I'm in the middle of transforming the rec room, since it never gets used in our house, into my craft/sewing/painting room. I won't have as much light as your room since it's in the basement, but I'm going for whites & greys to keep it bright.
    Debbie 🙂

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 20, 2013 at 8:36 am

      Thanks Debbie! One of the reasons I was so excited for this room is it gets amazing light, especially in the morning. Perfect for photographing my projects! I love the grays and whites and all the neutrals...will you share your basement space when you are finished?

      Reply
      • Debbie says

        February 20, 2013 at 7:11 pm

        I will be, and posted the first one today. It will take a few since there are so many projects in making this space come together. lol

        Reply
  19. Carissa says

    February 18, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    looks so nice! i'm participating in the cwts challenge too...good luck:)

    Reply
  20. Meg says

    February 20, 2013 at 11:49 pm

    What a great room! It looks perfect for inspiration and crafting. Great DIY's as well, wow you were busy! 😉

    Reply
  21. Linda says

    February 21, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    Very beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Linda

    Reply
  22. maggie says

    February 21, 2013 at 1:46 pm

    LOVE the curtain!! Excellent job 🙂

    Reply
  23. Jocie@TheBetterHalf says

    February 21, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing last week at the Humble Brag! LOVE THIS and am featuring you tonight on the blog and also pinned it. 🙂

    Reply
  24. Lauren @momhomeguide says

    February 22, 2013 at 11:57 am

    Love it! I've been looking to redo my home office in gray, white and blue and you have inspired me! Gotta get started on my project! What color gray did you use?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 24, 2013 at 3:13 pm

      Hey Lauren! It's called Almost Charcoal from Valspar, I used the little sample pots that are under $3 each and it took me 4 of them.

      Reply
  25. Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says

    February 23, 2013 at 6:32 pm

    Amazing job - I'm sure you never want to leave that room! Love the curtains and the way the desk is floating in the center of the room!
    Kelly

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 23, 2013 at 8:50 pm

      Thanks Kelly, it's my little sanctuary although I admit it's nowhere near that clean right now!!

      Reply
  26. Lauren @momhomeguide says

    February 24, 2013 at 8:46 pm

    Thanks! That's great that you were able to get the paint job done with just the sample pots! Smart thinking!

    Reply
  27. Alexis @ weliketolearnaswego says

    February 26, 2013 at 6:58 pm

    This turned out amazing! I wish I had a craft room to myself! Maybe someday... I'm featuring this on my blog at my link party tonight!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      February 28, 2013 at 1:02 pm

      Thanks Alexis! It's definitely nice to have my own creative space (and my hubby likes to be able to close the door on my chaos when I'm mid-project!!)

      Reply
  28. Abby @ Just a Girl and Her Blog says

    March 03, 2013 at 9:03 pm

    Ok, I NEED striped curtains right now! 😉 Your whole space is beautiful, and I LOVE that you had most of the pieces already! I popped over from Beneath My Heart. Thanks for sharing!

    ~Abby =)

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      March 04, 2013 at 10:15 am

      Thanks so much-it's definitely my happy place! Have a great week!

      Reply
  29. Abby @ Just a Girl and Her Blog says

    March 09, 2013 at 9:22 am

    I hope you don't mind...I loved your new office so much I listed it as one of my favs on my blog here: https://justagirlandherblog.com/exciting-news-and-this-weeks-favs/ ! Have a great weekend!

    ~Abby =)

    Reply
  30. Bethany the ngnrdgrl says

    March 09, 2013 at 4:30 pm

    Wonderful reveal! I'm really digging how this space turned out. I wish I had my own craft room just like this. Those curtains, btw, are to die for! I love them!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      March 14, 2013 at 8:16 am

      Thanks Bethany, it's definitely my "happy place" in the house!!

      Reply
  31. Cammi says

    March 22, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    This looks great! I love the DIY curtains (those West Elm curtains can get spendy!)... and great find on the white storage unit from Big Lots!! I didn't even think to look there!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      March 23, 2013 at 7:20 pm

      Thanks Cammi! I didn't think of it either-my husband actually came up with the idea to look there and I was so glad he did!

      Reply
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