Clutter Challenge #2 - Entryway

This was a simple project I took on many many weeks ago and I'm really proud to say that it's finally done.  Our entry way - well, how would I describe it? - ummmm....it's just a freak'n door that opens up into our very boxy living room.  I really want a mudroom, but if you can't build it might as well improvise.  I was on the hunt for an inexpensive bench that had storage below for shoes, I didn't have any luck.....until I came across this $7 beauty at our local Goodwill.

 

With a little can of exterior white paint, plus a custom piece of wood to add support to the top, we made our own bench with shoe storage. 

 

 

I also got lucky by finding an very cool outdoor bench cushion at Walmart for $13 on clearance.  I had to alter it a bit but I really think it makes the bench very classy.

 

I couldn't be happier that our little house is on it's way to being organized. 

 

 

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Living Room Tour

I'm really excited to share our living room today.  There's nothing fancy or spectacular about it, but for the first time after moving in and having the baby I feel like everything has a place.  My goal is to get every room organized and then go back and add cohesive style. 

This room is not only our living and hangout room, it functions as our home office, library, play room, and guest bedroom.  That's a big job for 200 square feet!

The "Man Chair" and Library



Our 10 foot Long Couch that was a sectional at one time.



Go Tigers!!!



Madison's Toy Box made from a kitchen drawer found at a yard sale for $1



Shoe Storage @ Entry Way

Home Office

Rooms I aspire this one to be:

Houzz

Contemporary Living Room from Houzz

Apartment Therapy

Apartment Therapy

A Little Glass Box

House to Home

Chris loves Julia

I can't wait til next time to share more of our little home and beautiful inspirations!!!