A few weeks ago Mike and I ventured to Ikea to purchase the Expedit desk and bookcase combo which amazingly fits perfectly in the closet space. We took off the closet doors, and I will soon hang a pretty blue striped curtain to hide my creative mess.
To complete the space, I needed to hang a few shelves to place often used items, a bulletin board to post ideas, and a rack for sewing accessories. So with my brand new stud finder with a live electrical wire indicator I set to work.
After drilling holes for the shelf brackets and cramming wall anchors into place, I was able to successfully mount the brackets. And with my innovative ingenuity, I designed a ribbon holder out of a thin dowel rod that easily fits on the curve of the shelf bracket. Now I just hope the cats don't find it. I hung the bulletin board with ease and used the spice rack my grandpa made for me (it doesn't fit anywhere in the kitchen) to organize all things sewing.
From this easy install, I learned that studs are always your friends and live wires are hiding everywhere in closet spaces.
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2 comments:
I'm so impressed! Andrea, with all your plans, I doubt you'll miss teaching much. Way to go!
Best of luck to you, Mike, as you begin a new career.
Enjoy those Berkshire mountains, especially this fall.
This is awesome! I wish I had the space!
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