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February 10, 2012 · 16 Comments

Organizing Challenge Week 6 – Fabric Covered Cabinet

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A few weeks ago I organized a few of my kitchen cabinets but didn’t have time to get to this, most visible one.

It doesn’t look so bad from the outside but this is the cabinet that I stick all those little things in…receipts I want to save but haven’t had a chance to file away, box tops, needle and thread, tweezers…you get the idea.  I needed to get it all sorted and put away.



Once that was done,  I emptied out the cabinet and was inspired to try a little something I’ve seen on blogland.  Remodelaholic had lined a hutch with wrapping paper to add color and design.  I really liked the look but was unable to find any wrapping paper that I liked.  I tried to find some scrapbook paper to try in there but no success there either.

Then the thought came to mind to use some leftover material from my kitchen awnings and canisters.  Yes, the material is a wee bit different because I mistakenly bought this when I bought the other material for the awnings and I couldn’t return it.  It’s been nice to have!  I had just enough material left and didn’t have to spend a penny.
I measured and cut the pieces of material to fit and then used spray adhesive to attach them to the back of the cabinet.

After I got the material in, I decided to add some more decorative pieces to this cabinet.  Then I tried to decide if I should leave the door on…


Or take it off…

I took it off.  I like it this way…what do you think??
Another little, simple project was this frame.

I just cut a piece of material to fit in the frame and then used a dry erase marker to write on the outside glass.

I can change up the word or write a new phrase by just erasing and starting again.  I got this idea from this neat menu board over at Joyful Homemaking.

This is the cabinet’s finished look.  I love the change…it was simple, free, and now it’s organized too!



If you need some more organizing inspiration, be sure to check out the other posts from my Organizing Challenge in the side bar.

Blessings,
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  1. Stuff and Nonsense says

    February 10, 2012 at 3:07 AM

    hmm
    we have a few things in common

    i also homeschool my 4 kids
    (3 boys and 1 girl)

    and this year will mark
    my 18th anniversary

    i also love to decorate
    and like what you did with this cabinet

    now following on Linky Followers
    and hope that you’ll visit me too!

    alison

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  2. Sherry says

    February 10, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    I like the doors off. It looks so nice.

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  3. Rachael says

    February 10, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    Looks great! I may have to try that.

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  4. Abbie says

    February 10, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    Great idea! Such a simple trick with a big impact!

    I would LOVE it if you’d link this up at Feature Friday FREE-FOR-ALL going on right now!

    http://www.fivedaysfiveways.com/2012/02/feature-friday-free-for-all-6-little.html

    Hope to see you soon!

    P.S. I’m a new follower. : )

    ~Abbie

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  5. labbie1 says

    February 10, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    Nice! I like it both ways. The first thing I thought of was the dust and floating oils in the kitchen and the cloth on the back of the open cabinet. It looks great though!

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  6. The Quilt Ladies says

    February 11, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    Looks great and don’t you just love opening it up ! Great post.

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  7. quiverfullofblessings.com says

    February 11, 2012 at 11:58 PM

    Looks good to me! What a fresh, pretty update. I have been contemplating trying this with one of my cabinets and leaving the door off.

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  8. cathy@my1929charmer says

    February 12, 2012 at 9:59 PM

    Stopping by from Nifty Thrifty! What a fresh and pretty new look. It’s amazing what the fabric did. I’m such a fabric girl. I like it both ways, but right now doors off is a big fashion statement. You could always add them back when you want a new look. I’ve got my fingers crossed that you’ll share on Sunday’s Best Party this evening! Sharing is a good thing!

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  9. Something Nice and Pretty says

    February 13, 2012 at 2:34 AM

    Love how you used fabric, the cabinet looks so nice and I’m glad you left the door off because it really shows up great!

    Rondell

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  10. Jen Lossing says

    February 13, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    This looks great. Very creative use of materials. I like that you used the same fabric that you did with your kitchen window. It ties it all together nicely! Great job!

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  11. chateau chic says

    February 15, 2012 at 2:42 AM

    I like your cabinet with the door off. Nice change and great place for pretty displays.
    I'm your newest follower, Mary Alice

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  12. Creations By Cindy says

    February 15, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    Wonderful transformation! Love how you used fabric. Hugs and Blessings, Cindy

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  13. Northwest Texas says

    February 15, 2012 at 2:37 PM

    Very clever idea and a perfect choice of fabric. It turned out so well! No one ever has enough display for pretty things. This was a brilliant idea.

    Blessings, Dana

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  14. Mo says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    looks great — nice job!!

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  15. Mo says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    It looks great — very nice job!

    Reply
  16. Christine says

    February 15, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    HOW.. what a change!! It looks stunning!

    Would you PRETTY PLEASE post this on my Linky Party please?
    http://thediydreamer.blogspot.com/2012/02/from-dream-to-reality-linky-party-3.html

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