The bench is already sitting height, so I just added a small upholstered piece to the top.
Since it is just made of plywood wrapped in batting and fabric, I wouldn’t classify it as the most comfortable place to sit, but it does the trick for putting on your shoes.
Plus, let’s be honest…it is really about adding a little color.
I went with a dark blue fabric to help ground the light pastel-ish art and storage boxes.
I used an outdoor fabric with a smaller pattern so it is easy to clean and hides any potential stains.
I purchased the fabric from Home Fabris for $5.00/yard and needed 1.5 yards.
If we were living here longer than 9 more month, I would replace the old wicker baskets and maybe even address the window, but I think it works for now.
The bench cost $16.00, the art was $8.00 (for the paint) and the baskets were $10.00 each from Home Goods. I already had the pillow but you can buy it at Ikea for $10.00.
I can’t complain about a space that costs under $50.00!
I love this cheerful little space to greet me as I come and go.
I also don’t mind peeking at it from the kitchen!
No matter how hard I try, I just can’t stay away from color!
Are you a color addict too?
You can read about my DIY abstract art tutorial here!
xo,
Beth of designPOST Interiors says
I love your use of color…it always comes off as happy and light!
Danielle Oakey Interiors says
Thank you! That is such a nice compliment to wake up too!
Dana Frieling says
It looks great, Danielle. Funny how those “little” projects take us the longest!
Danielle Oakey Interiors says
Right? Makes no sense!
Albertina M. Cisneros says
it’s lovely!! I love it! I do love color as well….I have so much color in this home…..we have been here for 7 years and will be moving soon….I will keep some of the same wall colors….but really I will be moving to a more neutral palette….its kind of like a pendulum I think….but I am all about color
Danielle Oakey Interiors says
I love white walls with pops of color. My favorite. I can’t wait to see what you do!
XoWhitneyXo says
I love the way your entry came out! I just added some color to ours this weekend too, it makes such a difference! Love your abstract art too! I hope you are enjoying your time in Boise!
Danielle Oakey Interiors says
Thank you! Are you local to Boise?
XoWhitneyXo says
Yes, my husband and I currently split our time between Charlotte and Boise but I am originally from there and absolutely love it! We both went to BSU so we will settle in Boise fulltime eventually.
Jen says
I love everything about this spot! The artwork is gorgeous! And I love all of the color. Totally my style.
Danielle Oakey Interiors says
Thanks so much! The artwork was really easy although I kinda think it might need another layer…art is also not my strong card. haha
Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says
Such a happy place to walk into every day. I love all of the color.
Danielle Oakey Interiors says
Thank you!
Heidi Pritchard says
I am newer to your blog, so I may have missed where you talked about the bench. But where/how did you get a bench for $16?! I love it!
Danielle Oakey Interiors says
I should have been more detailed…the bench was already existing, I just added the small upholstered top for $16! Sorry for the confusion!
Natalie {Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers} says
That artwork is awesome you nailed it. What a great transformation on a budget!
Andrea {lifelovelarson} says
I’m also obsessed with color! I always see pretty images of neutral spaces and really love them, but at my core I am a color lover! The more pattern and color the better…you have done this so well (I always fear the crayola crayon box house)!!
Sarah says
It looks really nice and yes, I love color too!! 😉
Tricia | 724SouthHouse says
Looks so cheerful. I love myself some color too. Love that the bench and top was so affordable!
Jackie Bennett says
And the pillow ties in with your rug!
Jessica says
I love all the color! I especially like the black and white pillow against the royal blue cushion fabric and under the more pastel colors of the art.
The quick projects take me the longest, too. I don’t know if I think they’ll take longer than they really do or if I just put them off because I know it won’t take long so I don’t worry about it.
Julia Konya says
Well I think you shouldn’t even try to stay away from color because you do color so well. Looks gorgeous! The end.
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