Do you ever leave a project unfinished and it irks you that you never got it done? That's me, at least when it comes to our mudroom. A few years ago I remodeled that space, but injured myself while doing so. I got done as much as I could and then stopped, planning to get back at it. Well, babies and life happen and time slips away. So...today I'm getting back in there and doing a mudroom makeover. Plus, we have two winners for last week's giveaway AND kicking off a new giveaway today. Yay!!
First, let's take a look at this project. This was our mudroom in the true before.
I won't reiterate what I already wrote about
in my other post that has all the juicy details how we got the mudroom to look like this...
Now, remember we are a family of 8 living in Ohio. That translates to 4 seasons worth of stuff - 4 season of shoes, coats, hats, etc. So you know we have a whole truck load, right? Here is the mudroom in real-life today...
DIY TIME
Not bad, right? But to me I didn't get it finished. For one, I am using rugs that I found curbside or already here when we moved in 14 years ago. That in and of itself is totally fine with me, but it's been too many years to count and time for new.
Did you notice I'm still using the ammunition box for my toddler's shoes? She loves it so and it was such a fun project you can read about
in this post.
The other thing I didn't finish was the game closet at the end of the mudroom. Take a peek.
This is also where our beloved Teddy calls home (our miniature schnauzer). He loves his little cave - (and no, we don't shut the door on him. tsk) it's open all the time and that is what I have to see on a daily basis. Plus, my kids are constantly in here pulling stuff out. The fact that I never got it painted drives me nuts. In my first mudroom post I mention how buzzing your fingers on a table saw will cause you to not get it done. ouch.
Okay, let's get that mudroom makeover done, shall we?
Budget fix 1:
First order of business was to yank everything out and get that toy closet refreshed. Easy fix with a couple coats of paint.
Ta Da!! Refreshed and so much easier to see what you're looking for in there. whew!
Budget Fix 2:
Next, you're going to laugh. ahem. When we redid our first renovation of the mudroom we were on a very tight budget and were mainly concerned about having enough light in this somewhat dark spot. I drilled through the center beam and added another light to our shelf area. We bought a simple fixture and it did the job.
No one sees in here but us, however, it was only weeks after installation that dreaded term "boob light" hit the internet. I could never look at that thing the same way again. I was determined to get rid of the "boob" next chance I got. Down it goes. Sorry if I just ruined it for you. Join the support group (or lack thereof for us in aged chest group - ha!)
I went to a local home improvement store online and found a fixture that would work, but it wasn't locally available and I needed it quick. Plus, the price wasn't quite what I wanted to spend since I'm replacing a perfectly good light. So, I hop onto eBay and found the exact same fixture for $30 less and had free shipping. {{happy dance}} I can't tell you how many times I find deals in different places simply because I take the time to look.
Budget Fix 3:
Last, but not least were the rugs. They still have use and will go out to my workshop. Since I was wanting to not only update, but also create an inviting space for us.
First, I needed a rug pad. This mama doesn't need 6 kids slipping all over the place.
MORE FUN
I even added this cute jute poof for a spot to set my things on or take my boots off. I love it! (psstt...I may even move it to my family room...don't tell the kids!)
Up overhead I took a piece of barn wood and used
my transfer method to make this whimsical sign. It adds that cozy touch I feel our mudroom makeover was needing.
There is one last fix that I need my partner, and best husband ever, to help me with. Our goal is to design better cubbies for our shoes. We have a plan in mind and will share when we get to it, but he is still working on our kitchen. More on that coming soon.
I hope you enjoyed my mudroom makeover! Pin and share to inspire others too.
m makeover and will consider giving your home a second look. Do pin and share to inspire others to give DIY a try.
Up next, I'll be sharing some updates on our kitchen and some other fun. Don't forget to stop by
my online shop to see what's new!
More makeover projects like our mudroom makeover:
I won't reiterate what I already wrote about in my other post that has all the juicy details how we got the mudroom to look like this...
Now, remember we are a family of 8 living in Ohio. That translates to 4 seasons worth of stuff - 4 season of shoes, coats, hats, etc. So you know we have a whole truck load, right? Here is the mudroom in real-life today...
Did you notice I'm still using the ammunition box for my toddler's shoes? She loves it so and it was such a fun project you can read about in this post.
The other thing I didn't finish was the game closet at the end of the mudroom. Take a peek.
This is also where our beloved Teddy calls home (our miniature schnauzer). He loves his little cave - (and no, we don't shut the door on him. tsk) it's open all the time and that is what I have to see on a daily basis. Plus, my kids are constantly in here pulling stuff out. The fact that I never got it painted drives me nuts. In my first mudroom post I mention how buzzing your fingers on a table saw will cause you to not get it done. ouch.
Okay, let's get that mudroom makeover done, shall we?
Ta Da!! Refreshed and so much easier to see what you're looking for in there. whew!
I went to a local home improvement store online and found a fixture that would work, but it wasn't locally available and I needed it quick. Plus, the price wasn't quite what I wanted to spend since I'm replacing a perfectly good light. So, I hop onto eBay and found the exact same fixture for $30 less and had free shipping. {{happy dance}} I can't tell you how many times I find deals in different places simply because I take the time to look.
Up overhead I took a piece of barn wood and used my transfer method to make this whimsical sign. It adds that cozy touch I feel our mudroom makeover was needing.
There is one last fix that I need my partner, and best husband ever, to help me with. Our goal is to design better cubbies for our shoes. We have a plan in mind and will share when we get to it, but he is still working on our kitchen. More on that coming soon.
I hope you enjoyed my mudroom makeover! Pin and share to inspire others too.
m makeover and will consider giving your home a second look. Do pin and share to inspire others to give DIY a try.
Up next, I'll be sharing some updates on our kitchen and some other fun. Don't forget to stop by my online shop to see what's new!
