Closet Office on a Budget

There is some thing about the new year (a clean slate) that is so motivating and empowering. It is a chance to do better; to be better. As you know, I’ve made some pretty hefty goals/resolutions this year, one being to uplift and inspire other women through blogging. I started this blog just over six months ago and while I had many aspirations for it, I quickly felt limited. Several months after I started blogging my husband started in on his doctorate degree and I got a job. Time started to become an issue, and I quickly realized that I had jumped into blogging without a clear vision and some of the tools necessary for success– one being an accessible computer. 
Well, my life circumstances haven’t changed much. I’m still working, my husband is still in school, and I’m still a mom. Time has not become any more available; however, I’ve realized that I can’t always wait for the perfect timing to pursue my dreams. The fact of the matter is that perfect timing does not exist. So, with that realization I chose to stop being a dreamer and start becoming a doer. I also got myself a computer. Technically, it is my husband’s computer (a graduation gift from his brothers). But since we bought my husband a laptop for school he finished building this one for me so I could blog. He also bought me a dress form for Christmas so I could started pursuing my dreams in fashion design and a inspiration notebook so I can keep track of all my ideas. He is honestly my biggest fan and supporter. 
The only thing left was to make a space where I could create, design, and be organized. Our spare bedroom is our guest bedroom/sewing room, with little to no room for a home office space. The solution to our problem: a closet office. That is right, we converted our closet into our home office. The best part about it was that it only cost us under $40!
cute closet office on a small budget



IKEA Desk: $20 (Craigslist)
Clipboards: $2 (thrifted, then painted)
Paper Trays: $3 (thrifted)
Desk Lamp: $4 (thrifted)
Black Storage Box: $2 (thrifted, band new)

sewing room

Everything else I already had on hand. Now all I need is an office chair. Any ideas? As you can also see, I’ve been fabric shopping. I’ve found some great pieces to start my first collection with!

And, if you’re not already completely overwhelmed with all the new and exciting things going on over here, I have a few more to add. First, is my new blog title and design. I’ve decided to changes things up because (get ready for my second surprise) I have added a new partner! For all my previous followers, you can rest assured that the Stripes and Polka Dots blog will produce some of the same great content as before but be twice a better! But for now, I’d like everyone to get to know my new teammate.

Hey; Hanna here! If you haven’t noticed yet from the pictures, I’m Sara’s twin sister. I’m also the wife of a traveling husband who travels weekly and all over the country for work, the mother of two sweet girls and a blogger. I’ve been blogging for about 4 years now, mostly posting family updates and happening, but I have also used blogging as a place to share all my projects, ideas and thoughts. Since Sara and I were always talking about our blogs and giving each other ideas we decided why not become blogging partners! As I start posting regularly, I hope that you will get to know me more and that I can help inspire and be inspired by everyone who is a part of the blogging world. To give you an idea of what you can expect from me check out some of my popular posts on my previous blog.

Linked To:

http://thelilthingsblog.blogspot.com/2014/01/currently-january-2014.html
http://www.madetobeamomma.com/2014/01/hit-best-shot-link-party-1.html
http://thehappyhousie.com/?p=7078

5 thoughts on “Closet Office on a Budget

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Fabulous idea for a small space!
    Thanks for linking up to Hit Me With Your Best Shot! Hope to see you again soon!

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Thanks for your support Kaytie! We’re excited too! Hanna and I are actually the farthest apart we have ever lived from each other so it is nice to have something to work on together.

  • Commented 10 years ago

    So excited to follow along on this twin aadventure. You two are both fantastic.

  • Commented 10 years ago

    I would love a whole room just for an office/work-space… unfortunately I don’t yet have that luxury in being in a small apartment. One day! I can’t wait to see what you come up with! Furniture IS expensive, which is why I love when I find a good deal even if it is used.

  • Commented 10 years ago

    Oh this is so fun! I love the closet office, and nice score on the $20 desk! I am actually working on my office space too, and I have the opposite problem. A whole room, but it’s completely empty. Furniture is expensive! I’ll be posting it tomorrow on Pretty Providence đŸ™‚

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