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DIY Custom Shelves in the Lounge: The Final Reveal
The day has come … finally. The big reveal of a project that has taken a long time, but which I believe is well worth the wait. DIY custom shelves in our lounge. When we last left off, the DIY custom shelves were almost complete, and I had even done a bit of styling (mostly…
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DIY Custom Shelves in the Lounge, Part 5: Sanding, Caulk and Paint
As we come into the home stretch on my project to build DIY custom shelves in my lounge, I will not spend a lot of time on sanding, caulk and paint. If you are like me, you are tired of this beast of a project and just ready for the final reveal. Next week, I…
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DIY Custom Shelves in the Lounge, Part 4: Decorative Trim and an Uneven Floor
Progress continues on the custom shelves, and I can start to see the end of this project. The time has come for installing decorative trim to create a built-in look. This is the step that can elevate an otherwise plain piece of furniture. We put the shelves in place, with wood dividers between each one…
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DIY Custom Shelves in the Lounge, Part 3: Counter
For the custom DIY shelves in the lounge, I wanted a counter top covering the cabinets with a slight overhang. The shelves would be set back slightly. I am mimicking the shelves in our Paris flat, with a sense of depth on the wall of shelves. I looked at a lot of different options for…
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DIY Custom Shelves for the Lounge, Part 2: Building Shelves
The day has come. Building custom shelves. This is so much more than assembling pre-made shelves. This is building something from scratch. I must admit, this is the part of the build I am least confident in. Somehow, I need to build custom shelves big enough for the television while accommodating a slanted ceiling on…
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DIY Custom Shelves in the Lounge, Part 1: Getting Started
Our DIY custom shelves in the lounge kick off today, with the decision to use the Havsta cabinets from Ikea for the lower part of the build. The Havsta is the only modal at the right size that is made of pine wood. It is important to me to have a sturdy base. I love…
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Custom Shelving in the Lounge: Inspiration and Planning
Building custom shelving looks intimidating, but when broken down into steps, it can be managed by a confident DIY-er. In this article, I share the approaches and inspiration for my own set of bespoke shelves in my lounge.
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Woodworking in Heels: Shoe Storage to Stop the Clutter
Following my hall closet shelves, I’m tackling another area of my home: effective shoe storage to stop the clutter. Today, I am sharing a DIY cabinet for my extensive shoe collection. I love shoes, and over the years, I’ve collected quite a few pairs, which can lead to clutter. Heels, ballet flats, trainers, sandals, boots,…
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