I’ve been telling you all about the mess my linen closet was in.
Well, I am ecstatic to say that it is now COMPLETE!!
I cleaned off all the shelves and emptied out all my mismatched containers.
I painted the closet with Behr Sonata, ( I’m hoping to paint my bathroom that color in the near future) and painted the shelves white.
I purchased some cheap foam trim to put on the the front of the shelves.
So I’m pleased to present my finished and organized linen closet.
The bottom of the closet has some bigger boxes that I covered in burlap and lined with muslin.
These boxes, whatever the size, are so inexpensive to make and are very practical.
The other little boxes were dollar store boxes that I had in my bathroom vanity. I moved them to the closet and re-labeled them with matching labels.
I purchased new bath towels…the first time in nineteen years!! I am so excited to have new towels, I haven’t even let my family use them yet!!
Another organizational project is now complete…YAY!!! This one was a biggie for me, I’m so glad it’s done and I can enjoy the outcome.
Courtenay@Creek Line House says
You must feel so relieved every time you look in there now! Talk about a dramatic difference! I love your inexpensive box solution too. Just brilliant.
Blossom says
This looks so great and I just want to change something at my home right now. đ Thanks for showing, I like it!
Chrissy says
Looks great! I love those labels! đ
Carlye Jean Rankin says
I just showed my husband and said you are the DIY Queen! I seriously LOVE all of your stuff! So beautiful and organized.
Flo says
Love it but where do you hide the linens, sheets etc.? My linen closet is over run with old towels, 3 sizes of sheets for various beds and toilet paper. If I look at it funny it threatens to explode!
Flo says
Awesome! Where do you put your sheets? I have 398475983479345 sets of sheets I got from my mother of varying sizes for various beds and so many towels (all from mom!) that my closet threatens to explode. I’m not sure I could even stack it all in boxes.
Carrie says
I don’t have quite as many sheets as you, so storing them isn’t that big of a deal! đ I only have one extra set for my bed which is in one of the boxes in the bottom of the closet, and the kids each have an extra set that I keep with some other blankets and things in a rubbermaid container in the basement. I usually just wash the sheets that are on their beds now and throw them back on.
The link below shows where I store my rubbermaid containers.
https://www.saving4six.com/2012/02/organizing-challenge-week-5-sewing.html
Thanks for commenting and visiting.
Elisabeth says
This looks great, thanks for the inspiration.
ScrappyRae10 says
OOOOOOOOOOOOO that looks AMAZING!!! Fabulous Job! Thanks for sharing!
Kate says
Very motivational. This project is high on my to do list. Hopefully you have inspired me to get to it!
Kate
Cinthya says
It looks great! This motivates me to get my linen closet more organized. I’m a new follower from Inspiration Friday.
imklvr says
Would you believe….my daughter and I bought a house last fall. Two bathrooms, 3 bedrooms…NO linen closet! NONE! No coat closet, either! My daughter is using her closet, I’m using 2 cabinets that were supposed to go in my craft room! So, besides being totally jealous, you did an amazing job! As usual!
MrsOgg says
That really is crazy that you don’t have a linen closet! đ May I recommend (if you have the space) finding an empty wall maybe at the end of a hallway where you could put up a simple shelf (even a garage type metal shelf) I have one painted in a cute color and just organized things in baskets similar to how the closet is done it the post. Also, I use our “linen” closet for pictures and home accesorries that ar out of rotation and have installed shelves above the entry door of each room where linens and other things can be stored that are specific to that room. For me it’s convenient bc it’s in the actual room but, I’m also tall so I ‘m not sure if grabbing a stool would be annoying for a shorter gal. Good luck! đ
The mum of all trades says
just fabulous! I am very jealous of such organisation. I would love it if you would share it on my blog party this weekend. Hope you can join in.
Patti says
wow…wish my linen closet looked so neat and orderly! Love the color of you towels, too
Stacey says
Wow Carrie! What a great change on the cheap! Love that idea – may have to borrow that. I would love for you to stop over and link up to my party which is happening NOW! I would love to have you!
Stacey of Embracing Change
http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.com
Debi says
Awesome Carrie! You are inspiration to us all! My, I am in awe!!!!!! I will be back to check out all your tips, after reading yours today. I organized my sewing closet… you can check it out at my blog.
I also mentioned you in my blog today. Thanks for the wonderful post!
Jess says
I am definitely drooling! That blue for some reason goes straight to my core and coddles me because whenever I see it I am in love. Which is good, because it is the color my living room is painted. So peaceful!
I also love the little labels and the covered boxes. I have been wanting to do this for some time now!
-Jess
http://www.thatssewcrafty.blogspot.com
Heather B. says
BEAUTIFUL!! You should take off the door and show off your hard work đ
Margo says
Looks fabulous!
Decor Invencionices says
Uau!!!!! I loved it!!!!
Mandy says
Carrie, you did a great job! Looks fabulous. My first time on your blog…followed you over from Chic and Crafty!
momto8 says
great great idea!!
Jessie@saavysavings says
Hi! Wow – what a great job! New to your blog and LOVE it! Just became your newest follower! Hope you’ll have time to check out my little blog too! I’m definitely going to incorporate some of your organization tips! Thanks!
Shirley says
That’s a closet worth showing off! đ
PeggyJean says
Wow your closet is gorgeous now! You have gotten me in the mood for some good organizing of my own! Thanks for sharing
Amanda @ Burlap & Denim says
That’s an AMAZING transformation. I LOVE the burlap wrapped boxes. I’d love you to link up at my first linky party: http://burlapanddenim.com/2012/03/party-on-mondays-1/
MARĂA says
nice!! what a change!!!
http://lacasitadmaria.blogspot.com/
MarĂa from Spain
Melanie says
AWESOME makeover…what a difference! I’d love for you to come link it up! http://www.reasonstoskipthehousework.com/2012/03/tuesday-time-out.html#.T1YnylHlyGc
Melanie
Reasons To Skip The Housework
Elena says
Gorgeous!! What a transformation. It must make you smile every time you open the door đ
Elena
http://acasarella.blogspot.com/
Meg says
This turned out SO great! I love the burlap boxes. Jumping over from French Country Cottage. I’m your newest follower and I would love if you followed in return! I’d also love if you linked up to my little party: http://www.nutmegplace.com/search/label/Show%20Off%20Saturday
Hope to see you there
Jill ~ Jillify It says
Oh my goodness….What a great closet transformation! I need to do that exact thing to mine! I would love it if you would link up at my linky party going on now! Can’t wait to see you there!
Jill
http://www.jillifyit.com
Amy says
Great job! I love inexpensive makeovers! I would love for you to come share at my linky party!
Amy@homehappyhome.blogspot.com
MamaHen says
Wow! That looks great!
Crafty Mischief says
Holy organized! This looks great! I need to do something like this with some closets in my house. Thank you for sharing!
Heidi @ homeingreece says
I thought I had already commented on this post but I think I haven't… anyway I just redid my linen closet too but yours looks way better!! I love the boxes and the labels!
Beth @Under A Pile of Scrap! says
Love the way your closet organization project turned out! I got a start on the closet in my laundry room this week. It's not done, but glad I took care of the heavy hitter items.
Tracy - {CraftJunkieToo} says
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Kimberlee, The Spunky Diva says
Wow! What an amazing transformation. I am sitting here very impressed with what you were able to accomplish in that little space. Have a fabulous weekend!
~Kimberlee, The Spunky Diva
Katherines Corner says
Well done. I love that you covered the larger boxes with burlap to match the smaller ones. Everything looks neat and tidy! Hugs and Happy Weekend Wishes!!P.S> It’s giveaway time at Katherines Corner come on over đ
SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime says
Hi! I pinned this on Pinterest and featured here. Thanks for joining Creative Bloggers’ Party & Hop đ
iheartorganizing says
I am in AWE! Love love love all of the labels and how well it all pulled together just perfectly!
Congrats on the newly organized space, I hope it makes you smile year after year!
xoxo,
Jen
Danielle says
this is awesome. it looks great!
freestanding closet says
This looks great, thanks for the inspiration.
MrsOgg says
Love this! I see some burlap covered boxes in my near future!