I’m not going to lie, I was a little scared of participating in this series and I told Ursula that I’m not sure I’m the right person for this. While my house always looks clean, I’m not going to ask you to open my closets and drawers. Some are more organized than others.
And my life has felt really out of control lately so committing to an organizing tour is a little out of my comfort zone. But what better way to feel like you are gaining controlled again than to organize things? It does make you feel better for sure.
So big thank you Ursula for asking me to participate.
While I didn’t get everything done that I wanted to, I did get my daughter’s room more organized. I have been talking about her a lot lately (HERE and HERE) and with her issues, she likes nothing more than spending time in her room doing crafts.
Yup, it was somewhat of a mess! Her old set up of a toddler table and chairs didn’t work for her anymore. She turned eight and was ready for a big girl desk that she could grow with.
Unfortunately we were restricted in size, since she has closet doors opening into her space. But the Ikea Besta Burs desk fit the area perfectly.
So this is how I organized the space for her:
Update: Her room looks more like this now
DIY headboard from Ikea curtains – click HERE or you can find a similar one HERE, HERE and HERE | bedding HERE | fur HERE | acrylic chair HERE | wing arm lamps HERE | shades are from Target and not available anymore | you can download my daughter’s vintage paint by numbers HERE | chandelier HERE | greek key pillow HERE | sewing machine HERE | similar desk HERE | dotted throw HERE
You can download my daughter’s vintage paint-by-numbers by clicking HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE.
The sleek Ikea desk has room for her to grow and possibly get little crafting organization underneath in the future.
And she has storage for pencils, markers and other little craft supplies.
I bought the “paint by numbers” at a Goodwill last year and never found the perfect spot for them until now. (I staged them in THIS dresser makeover, do you remember?)
The vintage tulip chair is perfect for her desk. I bought a set of 4 chairs and table last year at an auction for $75 and I love one of the chairs in her room.
I used two of my milk glass vases for her pencils and markers so she doesn’t need to open the drawers nonstop.
I also finally found the time to paint her shades grey, remember they used to be black and white stripes? I used my curtain tutorial for that (click HERE).
This drawer organizer I got at Target HERE* fits the drawer perfectly:
Her drawers probably won’t look like this for long, but I tried 😉
Since she loves to paint I set up the other side of her room to display all her art projects with Ikea Dignitet curtain wire which makes it easy to change out the always changing pieces of artwork.
Below her artwork display are two old Ikea Expedit shelves with baskets and lots of books. (click HERE to see how I painted the thrifted lamps on her shelves)
Isn’t her artwork great? I love it and hung some pieces around the house as well. Click HERE and HERE to see.
Click HERE to see how easily you can make one of these pictures yourself.
And I have another closet that I’m proud of and it is one that guests actually do get to open to hang their jackets into. I did keep the wire shelving. I know it is hated by many but I just didn’t see a reason to throw it out nor did I have the budget to do so.
You can read more about my coat closet by clicking HERE.
And my make-up station is pretty organized as well:
Lots to love in this post! I love that tray, love her desk and the idea of using it as a side table and desk, love her artwork big time too!! I hope she loves it!!
Uhmmm…I am not sure what is my favorite in this post…?Seriously. I loved every little details but those milk vases, so pretty and perfect to hold those colorful pencils..then the closet..AH-mazing,super unique…then I spy those gold hangers♥♥ I think you can make anything pretty and look organized, Girl:-) Have a lovely week!
Her desk area is so lovely! It’s very tranquil, yet still perfect for a young girl’s room – I bet the new space is inspiring all sorts of creativity! Personally, I want those paint by numbers in my own work space 🙂
$75 for an entire tulip set!? That’s amazing! Those paint by numbers are gorgeous- I wouldn’t have guessed that they were! The desk upgrade is perfect <3
I love, love her room! The desk is just perfect, as well as the chair. I think it’s so great that her art work is displayed here as well as other areas of your home. I think that builds self-esteem! Your home is so beautiful and your creative talent is never ending. Could you please come and help me? 🙂
oh my gosh i LOVE her desk area! it is so grown up!!!! love the paint by numbers and organization and the chair and all of it!
Gosh, I adore all that gold you decorate with! And your daughters room is not only organized, it is GORGEOUS!
Love her desk and how you have it accessorized. So pretty.
Wow, can I have her desk area? Love how the markers are displayed. Also, that purse is just gorgeous!
Your daughter’s room is gorgeous Julia! I love the new desk and tulip chair and your love for brass figures. I can’t wait to see your finished closet.
Love the new desk! It’s perfect!!
I absolutely love the light fixture in your daughter’s room. Did you make it? Also that desk is so perfect!!
Oops sorry I missed your post! It was a white faux chandelier that I bought at Urban Outfitters years ago and recently painted gold.
I love the piece you got at IKEA! It’s perfect for all her things and will grow with her. The display of her art is fabulous!!! What a fun room!!!!
What a great area for her to create at!
Lots to love in this post! I love that tray, love her desk and the idea of using it as a side table and desk, love her artwork big time too!! I hope she loves it!!
oh, that desk area is perfect! what a great spot! LOVE the paint by numbers. and her paintings are fabulous!
Uhmmm…I am not sure what is my favorite in this post…?Seriously. I loved every little details but those milk vases, so pretty and perfect to hold those colorful pencils..then the closet..AH-mazing,super unique…then I spy those gold hangers♥♥ I think you can make anything pretty and look organized, Girl:-) Have a lovely week!
Hey Julia!!! Wow! You’ve been a busy bee. Everything looks amazing! : )
Smiles!
Sammy ~ Renew Redo!~
Julia, you have created SUCH a beautiful space for your daughter. I LOVE that desk and chair and your accessories are just perfection. Love it all!!
Her desk area is so lovely! It’s very tranquil, yet still perfect for a young girl’s room – I bet the new space is inspiring all sorts of creativity! Personally, I want those paint by numbers in my own work space 🙂
$75 for an entire tulip set!? That’s amazing! Those paint by numbers are gorgeous- I wouldn’t have guessed that they were! The desk upgrade is perfect <3
I love, love her room! The desk is just perfect, as well as the chair. I think it’s so great that her art work is displayed here as well as other areas of your home. I think that builds self-esteem! Your home is so beautiful and your creative talent is never ending. Could you please come and help me? 🙂
xo
Pat
P.S. Forgot to say how much I love my recent order from you! Just perfect ~
xo
Pat
Love the updates to Lilly’s room!! Would you please come organize and finish up Ramona’s room?? PLEASE!
Love the new desk! It looks great and is a larger space for her to make her lovely artwork.
I just love it! My daughter’s room is going to need an update like that soon, thanks for the inspiration!
Thanks so much for the visit Bethany
I love the diamond pillow on her bed! I’d love to know where you got it 🙂
I actually found them in Germany at Ikea. I have never seen them here in the US, sorry.