Project Update...

Well, like every one of my projects, the floors have taken longer than expected.  Mainly because my installer (a.k.a., my husband) has been working on the floors after work, days off, etc. rather than in one fail swoop.  

This is the price you pay for DIY and while it seems like it's taking forever, it's still FREE (which makes me happy).

So rather than bore you with ugly "during" photos, I'd like to shift to some organizational inspiration.

The next project I'm taking on is our laundry/pantry/mud room.  You would think with all of those functions it performs that it would be huge.  

It. is. NOT, 

which forces me to get creative with the space...a little something like this:

Love the stenciled wall in the back.  I actually have something like this that is about to be applied to a wall in my living room and dining room.  Too much to add it to the pantry too?  Something to think about.

Glass jar goodness.  Makes me want to shop the bulk section at Whole Foods!

 

What strikes me about this is the amount of organizational planning that is required to do this.  I'm going to need to sit down and PLAN not only the lay out but exactly WHAT I'm stocking in my pantry.

I'm not sure I have room for even a small version of this (possibly the garage, though?), but I LOVE it.

Same with this.  Love the backpack drop off station.  So practical.

Well, at any rate, the first step is recognizing that it needs to be done.  Now I just need to formulate a plan and I'm on my way.  But first, I'm off to grout the dinging room.

Wish me luck!

P.S.

On a personal note, the 49ers broke my heart last night...so close!  8 months until next season...Could be worse, I suppose.  

I could be a Chiefs fan =P