Hi, everyone! In my last post here, I showed you how we recently painted our office a softer color, and gave it a new look. You can see the before pics here-it's quite a drastic change, I think! These next pictures are of the other side of the room, across from the table and chair that I showed you last time. I'm adding a disclaimer, because I've changed this wall around so many times, I'm not sure if it's going to stay this way or not. I moved in the shoe rack that used to be in the hallway, and I think I like it (for now!). I've also changed the items on the shelves around a million times, so you might notice a few differences in the 'styling', but you'll get the basic idea!
You can read about the story behind this rustic shelving unit here. (It's a good one-at least I think so :) I recently got this trophy cup at a shop in Cleveland, and it's extra special because it has 1967 engraved on it, which is my birth year!
My dad made this tealite candle holder out of an old log (one for me and one for my mom.) I love it!
I grouped some pretty brushes into a G. Wolff & Co. pot, and added an old license plate and my 2 Dundee jars.
I was gonna sell these old bottles, then thought they'd be cute gathered on this little tray. I still love a touch of industrial, so I brought in these metal stamps and wooden molds. I love their rustic charm!
On the bottom of the shelves I placed 2 market baskets that I've had. I got the old store price tags on Etsy-I thought they were fun!
To the left of the shelves I put my old ladder with a canvas bucket filled with hydrangeas hanging from it (I have to admit that I 'borrowed' this idea from Faded Charm, and I have the picture pinned here.) I also added 2 big wicker baskets which are filled with books.
I topped the pair of baskets with a silver tray and some old bank bags.
So this is now the view of the wall to the left when you walk into our office from the hallway...you can just barely see the very edge of our desk that's to the right of the shelves (see that white thing?) That's where our computer is and where I blog from, but it's just too messy to show right now! Sorry, that's for another time. :)
And here's the view straight ahead when you walk in from the other doorway on the opposite corner (confusing I know, but this little room has a weird configuration...2 ends are built in bookshelves but there's also a doorway at each end.)
Once again, the new look on the opposite wall...
And here you can see a little bit out into the hallway, where my huge coat rack and stack of suitcases are...
Well, I was also gonna show you my bookshelves on the other side of the office, but this post got a little longer than I intended! So I'll save that for next time. Until then, have a fantastic day! I'm linking to these wonderful blogs:
Common Ground
i should be mopping the floor
Boogieboard Cottage
Debbiedoos
The Farmhouse Porch
Knick of Time
Elizabeth & Co.
Lovely, the way you re-arranged everything. I really like the wicker baskets. :)
ReplyDeleteYou found a great new place for your old shoe rack. It shows off so nicely against this wall. You've styled it to PERFECTION!! Yes, I love all your vignettes on the rack as well as that wonderful ladder next to it.
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
Thanks for taking us on a tour of your fabulous office. I love every one of your vintage treasures...I see the #3 there:-) How do you get any work done? I wouldn't be able to concentrate with so many beautiful things to distract me.
ReplyDeleteOoh, lots of goodies here. I love brooms and brushes, too. The trophy with your birth year was a great find! Those are so hard to come by. Your vignettes are wonderful and the green hydrangeas....sigh. I wish I could grow them.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
Really like that rustic rack! I'm envisioning how I could use it in my home...LOL!
ReplyDeleteFarmhouse hugs,
Cindy
You have some really sweet "junk", hah. Love that storage shelf and your ladder.
ReplyDeletealways so pretty here.
ReplyDeletelove those balls in the basket. Perfectly aged look, like old paper.
blessings
barb
Love the clocks, love the Dundee jars, love the wire baskets, love the shelf...oh, I just love it all!!
ReplyDeleteSooooo pretty! LOVE LOVE that last shot! I want those baskets you have stacked on the floor LOL!
ReplyDeleteLove it all!
ReplyDelete1968 is my year. So many similarities we have.
Love it all. Love the ladder and market baskets for sure! TGIF!
ReplyDeleteEvening Susan! I never tire of seeing all the UNIQUE FINDS you have! The softness of the wall color looks great! It's so much FUN mixing things up, especially GREAT JUNK!! Have a wonderful and blessed weekend! Roxie
ReplyDeleteI have a red library in my home that I've grown tired of. You have inspired me to get the paint rollers out and make a change. I love how your room turned out. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteThe office is looking amazing. The way you pull things together and make your vignettes is perfection. Love the new shelving.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Patti
Beautiful! I want one of those old racks someday. Really liking the big white balls in the wire bucket too.
ReplyDeleteYour display is wonderful - so much eye candy. My favorites are the ladder and the basket with letter balls.
ReplyDeleteI love how your office is turning out. You have such a great sense of styling, and love your vignettes. I love all the old racks, and I love the lighter look. Were the wall bookcases something you put in? Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration at Sunday's Best.
ReplyDeleteLove that shelf and all your goodies arranged on it. Those baskets are great! Everything looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteSusan,
ReplyDeleteOh my it came out so nice. I love it all. I want to do a ladder like that too. I just have to find a place. I have an old chippy one out in the shed I just have to find some wall space!!!! I love those baskets. The display is really great. I love it.
Kris
I love your finds.. and I will take that " K " off your hands anytime! Thanks so much for your sweet comment on my blog! Its nice to meet you!!
ReplyDeleteWell, now you know I want to see those bookcases you are talking about! lol Your area turned out really nice..and I love the ladder. Great job all the way around. xo Diana
ReplyDeleteEverything looks awesome. Those bottles are cite too. I am happy you r keeping them. I wish I loved near you and your store.
ReplyDeleteLove it now...and I'll love it next time too :) Always fun to "tweak" here and there!!
ReplyDeleteGreat office space filled with vintage goodies! And those bookshelves!! I'd love to have them in our house!
ReplyDeleteAwesome rack and I LOVE that trophy cup (I really would love to find one).
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
Me, too. The shelving is AWESOME! You find the best stuff!
ReplyDelete-Revi
I love all of the changes you made in your office. I do like the lighter wall color in there better. I think it's a better back drop for all of your vintage accessories. You're so lucky to have those wonderful book shelves in there to store books. I love that industrial looking storage cart you having in there too.
ReplyDeleteas usual, WELL DONE! love the rustic of the shelf and ladder!!
ReplyDeleteLove what you've done with your office.
ReplyDeleteYou have some great finds.
Denise
Thank you so for stopping by, I have been over here many times and I just love your junk and what you do with it. Have a wonderful weekend.
ReplyDeleteHi Susan! I Love the ladder with the plant hanging on it!. I really want to find a ladder for my house too! Your home looks so pretty!
ReplyDeleteHow excited you must have been to have found that trophy with your birth year!!....great find and the office looks fantastic....love those clocks....so many beautiful items you have so creatively displayed for all of us to enjoy!!!
ReplyDeleteloving it! loving all the neutrals, it feels so calming and fresh! you really have an amazing eye for totally cool stuff! I always see so many things on your blog that I have had over the years and sold and it makes me cringe a little!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteLooks amazing!!
Polly
It looks sooooo amazing! I love it all, but have to say the wire baskets and old clocks are my favorites :)
ReplyDeleteLooks great Susan!What a beautiful office space!
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Anne
It's a junk bonanza! So much to keep me scrolling back to look again. I do love that white clock and the touch of the prices on the baskets. Love your junky style!
ReplyDeleteLiz
Freakin' fabulous! I think I drooled on my keyboard a little bit. I am dying over that shelving unit! *whistle* I would seriously get up early just to go work in my office every morning if it looked like that!
ReplyDeleteYou are a very talented lady and have such a great eye for putting things together - I love the new look of the room and have serious 'wanties' for those baskets!! Well done! J9 x
ReplyDeleteWhat a great vignette and such a creative way to use and old shoe rack. Thanks for sharing. Have a great week.
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Very cozy! Great ladder! I would love for you to come link up to my Get Social Sunday party and follow along. What a great space for others to see!
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When I can I move in? Seriously, love this. I love all the old bottles, baskets and the built-in book shelves :) great job! stpping in from I should be mopping the floor :)
ReplyDeleteHi I found you on the Blog hop. Now following you. Please stop by and say hi when you get a minute. have a great week. :) Please check out my new Weekly Goals Blog hop. You can find it here. http://lenettacarnes.blogspot.com/2013/01/weekly-goals-linkup.html#more Would love it if you would link up with me.
ReplyDeleteLenetta
Hi Susan,
ReplyDeleteWonderful decor change! Doesn't it feel good to move stuff around? I tire of seeing the same old things around my house. Love your vintage bottles and book shelves.
You and I think alike...I decorate my studio similar...love it! Keep junkin~
ReplyDeletetiff
What a nice office! I'm loving lighter colors too these days. I love the built-in book shelves too, and the way they go right over the doorway. What a nice feature. I'm your newest follower on Google and Facebook. I hope you'll follow back. I'm looking forward to reading more.
ReplyDeleteLynn at Cottage and Creek
www.cottageandcreek.com
Very nice decorated by you. It looks really decent but I think there should be some more colours in office.
ReplyDeleteThe vintage theme works well in an office space. It's a unique idea to apply. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteA vintage theme for a home office space sure looks nice. Thank you for sharing your idea.
ReplyDeleteWonderfully crisp and always interesting!
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