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Home Office Details

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Thanks for all your amazingly sweet comments yesterday about my home office makeover reveal. You guys are the bomb diggity.

Today I’m sharing some more details about the makeover and where I purchased everything. And you know how I like transparency, so I’m also sharing the approximate cost of the makeover. I’m going to give the prices of things I specifically purchased for the makeover.

ikea expedit

Wall color: Voyage by Valspar… $30

Workstation: 6×6 Ikea Expedit (now called Kallax) shelving unit and Expedit (Kallax) desk… $200 + $50 = $250 (BUT it was technically free to me because I cashed out some credit card points I acquired through paying for our wedding expenses.)

White boxes and magazine files: Ikea Kassett… $55

Pink boxes: Hobby Lobby… $35

Bridal bouquet canvas: Canvas On Demand (Groupon)… $45

ball canning jars used for craft storage

Shelves: Ikea EKBY JÄRPEN/ EKBY BJÄRNUM… $25

Clear Ball mason jelly jars: Goodwill… $12

Turquoise Ball mason jars: Yard sale and Goodwill

Bakers twine: eBay (18 spools)

Washi tape: Target

Vintage thread spools: Grandma

Buttons: JoAnn Fabric

printer cart

Printer cart: Gift

Greeting card organizer: Gift via Amazon.com (read about it here)

Here’s the before and after of the printer cart. I used spray paint to spruce it up a bit.

printer cart before and after

home office makeover 2

Chair: Craigslist

Table: Goodwill… $9

Whale:  Kohls

Pillow: Home Goods

Blanket: Handmade gift

Curtains: Target… $20

craft room makeover 1

Gallery wall frames: Ikea (full details here)… ~$100

Katie Daisy print: Katie Daisy… $15

Sewing cabinet: Gift… but, the makeover cost around $40 (read about the makeover here)

Pink storage box: Kohls (read about the makeover here)

Apothecary jars: Micheal’s and Home Goods

Pink threads: thrift shop and grandma

craft room makeover

Fabric covered faux nailhead trimmed memo board:  Upcycled old cork board… $12 (read about the makeover here)

home office hydrangeas

Pink vase: Gift

Personalized lucite tray: DIY project… $15 (read about it here)

Gold polka dot candle holder: Target

Small white bowl: Goodwill

stenciled file cabinet

File cabinet: Gift (read about the makeover here)

Calendar: Anne Taintor via Amazon.com… $13

TOTAL AMOUNT SPENT: $651 – $250 (gift card from credit card points) = $401

A room makeover for less than $500? Not too bad.

Who’s itching to go to Ikea now?
Any other questions?

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  1. Melissa G says

    March 7, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    We are looking for a house. We sold ours 3 years ago and have been renting, waiting for the “right” house to come along. Once we are moved, I am hitting Ikea. It’s 2 hours away, but I have a very long list!

    Love your makeover. Is that paint color more gray or blue? Hard to tell in pictures.

    Reply
  2. Erin @ Domestic Adventure says

    March 7, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Just catching up on the reveal and details all at once. Love it! It feels so fresh and relaxing. Not a bad place to work! The details definitely make the space–good work!!

    Reply
  3. Kathy says

    March 7, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    It’s beautiful! Wishing I had a room just for crafting. 🙂

    Reply
  4. Gabbi @ Retro Ranch Reno says

    March 7, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    I am TOTALLy itching to get to IKEA!!! I have been wanting to go there for a few weeks to pick up some other things, and now I just added a few more to my list. Your office really is beautiful…great job!

    Reply
  5. Niki says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    Oh em gee! I’m in love with this makeover! I’m sooooo borrowing some ideas for my office. I’ve been looking at thrift stores for the perfect desk, but dang, that Ikea one would solve my storage problems AND look nice an modern, which I LOVE.

    Reply
  6. Lani says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    Its amazing!! I have to get those shelves!

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  7. Andrea Worley says

    March 7, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    Love, love. Your office space looks so great. We finally moved and have space for an office I’m itching to re do mine. Great inspiration here! Are you white shelves in your office from IKEA too?

    Reply
  8. Erin @ How to Nest for Less says

    March 7, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    I have a confession… I’ve never been to an IKEA before. But I want to soooo badly (especially now)!!

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  9. Toni Lampman says

    March 7, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Wish we had an Ikea near me. Not one within travel distance, only have the online option and I like to see things in person most of the time before buying.

    Love the makeover though. I would love to have my own Craft room but do not have enough room in the house!

    Reply
  10. Amber @ healthy, wealthy & diys says

    March 7, 2013 at 2:15 PM

    Thanks so much for this source list! Love all the thrift store finds! I have those same curtains from Target in my living room … love how inexpensive yet beautiful and classic they are!

    Reply
  11. Brittany says

    March 7, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    Just so you know, not only is your style beautiful, but so are your photography skills. Everything is so bright and crisp it sears my corneas with style everytime. I think I squint when I read your blog. In a good way:) Love it

    [email protected] Creating Space for Five

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  12. Niki says

    March 7, 2013 at 6:59 PM

    It’s gorgeous! Absolutely gorgeous. I love the white with touches of pink and blue!

    Reply
  13. Abby @ Just a Girl and Her Blog says

    March 7, 2013 at 9:42 PM

    Thanks for sharing all of the beautiful details!

    ~Abby =)

    Reply
  14. Peggy Sullivan says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    Love reading your blog! And I LOVE your dry sense of humor!! What a gift to be able to write the way you (possibly) speak and with humor and encouragement at the same time. Oh, and thanks for sending the storm to all of us in the Northeast. Really. I was so ready for a snow day! Loved seeing your posts from the park~~I grew up near Chicago and miss the midwest; also remember family weekend trips to Turkey Run State Park as a kid. Keep writing! And painting, etc. You are an inspiration.

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  15. Vanessa says

    March 8, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    WOW! I want this whole room! You did a great job!

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  16. [email protected] says

    March 8, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    I’m wondering, did you actually assemble the Expedit? I mean, you didn’t share the step-by-step, so how do we even know you did it? 😉

    It really looks lively. And much more expensive than it was. The fact that you even remember what things cost make you amazing. I can’t even remember what I spent for lunch today. Dd I even eat lunch?

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  17. Kimberly says

    March 10, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Such a pretty space! You did a fine fine job!

    Reply
  18. Ash @ HumberHome Project says

    March 10, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    This looks great, Chelsea!
    I love how bright and clean it all looks – would definitely love to spend time here!

    I think the printer cart is my favorite part – I would have never thought of painting the top a bold color like that, but it looks awesome.

    And yes, I definitely want to go to IKEA now… maybe once I can walk again I’ll go on a shopping spree! haha 😉

    Reply
  19. [email protected] says

    March 12, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    I seriously love all of your details! Your home office is fabulous! Now I want one!

    Reply
  20. Tess @heartsoulfamily says

    March 17, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    Love love love it!!

    Reply
  21. Nikki says

    March 21, 2013 at 4:06 PM

    Where is that adorable pink clock from?

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    • Chelsea @ two twenty one says

      March 27, 2013 at 10:38 PM

      I can’t believe I forgot to mention the clock. Thanks for reminding me. It’s from Hobby Lobby.

      Reply
  22. Melanie says

    April 5, 2013 at 11:34 PM

    What is the paint color?

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    • Chelsea @ two twenty one says

      April 9, 2013 at 12:37 AM

      Hi Melanie! The paint color is Voyage by Valspar.

      Reply
  23. Molly says

    April 20, 2013 at 5:59 PM

    I love it all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  24. [email protected] says

    April 21, 2013 at 11:48 PM

    Your room is gorgeous. I love the colors and the shelving. It looks like such an inspiring place to work. Can I ask you why you chose to face the closet, though, instead of the window?

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    • Chelsea @ two twenty one says

      April 23, 2013 at 4:34 PM

      Thanks, Jessica! I put the chair on that side of the desk mostly for the photo. It didn’t look very welcoming with the back of the chair facing the camera/door.

      Reply
  25. Jenn W-M says

    April 22, 2013 at 12:23 AM

    LOVE!!!! I love this room, the closest IKEA is 7 hours away. Someday I will get there with a rental truck and get everything on my list. I have to say though, the blanket over the chair is amazing!! I so secretly wish I could knit like that. It looks so warm and cozy. Thank you for sharing!

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  26. Sarah says

    June 18, 2013 at 9:49 PM

    I must ask you, where in your Hobby Lobby did you find the gorgeous pink boxes? I found some ok…. Canvas bins from TJ Maxx but I’m not entirely happy with the look.

    I must admit I was so inspired by your room I went out and got the Expedit 4shelf bookcase and desk this weekend and I am having the most difficult time with the finding storage containers I like in here. Ikea did have some extremely bright…not quite magenta more like an odd shade of pink.

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  27. kathy says

    October 4, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    What color /brand did you use for the turquoise????

    Reply
  28. Pam says

    January 27, 2014 at 4:12 PM

    Could you please tell me how you attached the desk to the bookshelf unit? I want to make this for my sewing room. Thanks so much.

    Reply
    • Chelsea @ two twenty one says

      January 27, 2014 at 5:09 PM

      The workstation comes with supplies and directions on how to attach the desk to the shelving unit.

      Reply
  29. Stephanie says

    June 4, 2014 at 9:58 PM

    Love it all!!!

    Reply
  30. Christina says

    July 18, 2014 at 10:33 PM

    Love your makeover and your cleverness with prices and ideas. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  31. vickie` says

    December 13, 2015 at 10:35 AM

    HI! I know this seems like a silly question but do you know what color white you used for the baseboards etc in this room or do you have a go to color? I’m having such an issue finding a white for my trim!
    thanks!

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    • Chelsea @ two twenty one says

      December 13, 2015 at 11:33 AM

      I always use an ultra white paint straight from the store, no mixing but I have them shake it up. I usually go with satin.

      Reply
  32. Katie Eckenrode says

    April 14, 2016 at 8:55 PM

    So….I am currently working on creating an office space for myself at home and I have a question about your desk. I looked up the Kallax system on the Ikea website and the table that is shown with it looks slightly different from yours. The one on the Ikea site has two legs, but yours is a solid side. Did you mix up the Ikea pieces and custom create that? Or is that how they used to sell the expedit?

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    • Chelsea @ two twenty one says

      April 14, 2016 at 9:05 PM

      Hi, Katie! It’s how the Expedit desk was designed.

      Reply

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