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my new work space

At the beginning of the year I decided to create a work space for myself in our basement.  I’d been working/blogging from a small desk that doubles as a nightstand in our master bedroom, but I was ready for a larger space.  I wanted to create a space that was all my own where I could house my office, craft and gift wrapping supplies.  I already showed you the simple chalkboard calendar I put together, how I organized my office and craft supplies as well as the chair I fell head over heels in love with.  Today I’m showing you the whole space! 
work/craft space
Since our basement is one big open space, I wanted to create a little visual separation.  I used paint to create a little “room within a room”. 
creating a room within a room with paint
Painting this little area helped to make the space feel separate from the rest of the room, yet it all still flows thanks to the color scheme. 
creating a work space
I love vintage suitcases for stackable, accessible, stylish concealed storage!  I’ve got a ton of craft and gift wrapping supplies stored in these babies. 
craft & offfice supplies stored in vintage suitcases
I’m really happy to finally have my very own work space!  And I think it just goes to show that it’s not about having extra rooms; it’s about getting creative and maximizing space in the rooms you have.  
craft/work space
Sources: 
Desk and Chair Target 
Lamp – Marshalls
Horse Paint by Number – Feather Your Nest (local shop)
Baskets – Target 
Galvanized Wall Organizer – Target  
Vintage Suitcases – Street Scene (local shop) 
Marble Vase – Adele (local shop) 
Gold Frame – Hobby Lobby 
Zebra Rug – Rugs USA 
Chalkboard Panels – Home Depot 

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  • I love everything about your office . How creative you are styling this space. Love that red chair. I have a similar lamp and filled it with beautiful shaped slated rocks from Lake Erie.

  • Whenever I see vintage suit cases I'm so envious, not to be found where we live (west of Grand Junction, CO). If I did ever find any the price would be so out of bounds. People seem to think everything has gold running thru it in the west part of U.S.
    Your office/craft room is breath taking, what a place to work. You're so right to be in love with that chair, awesome girl. And your desk is not shabby either. What a fantastic job you did. Give yourself a star. Happy weekend

  • I love that your space allows for everything on the wall in front of you! I'm all about being able to see everything. Your space is the perfect example of inspiration, organization, and practicality. The colours are wonderful too!

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