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My New Mudroom!

June 1, 2009 by Chris

Look.  I’m the first to jump on a DIY project, but there are times when it’s just better to have someone else do it.  We paid more than we wanted to, but it was sooo worth it!  You ready for a tour?  Come on in!

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Before we go any further, let me remind you of what this space looked like before.

IMG_2393 What was I so afraid of when we built this place?  GoodNESS!  All that dead space (you know how I feel about dead space) is now filled with hooks, cubbies, drawers, and cabinets.  Makes my heart skip a beat!

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I’ve still got some finishing touches to add that I’ll post about when ready.  However, I’ll be back later this week to talk about this little lady.  She’s my new best friend.

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Well, hello. Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began...
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Well, hello. Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began...

Comments

  1. ~Amy says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:15 am

    Ohhh…I am SO jealous! I LOVE it!! I can’t wait to see all your finishing touches! Thanks for sharing!!

    Blessings…
    Amy

  2. Katy says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:17 am

    Wowzers! It looks fabulous!!

  3. MissBliss says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:18 am

    gorgeous!!! beautiful and functional… i love those combinations… 😉

  4. Clean and Classic Interiors says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:30 am

    I’m so jealous! Just gorgeous!. Way to treat yourself!

  5. Amber says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:35 am

    Oh.my.gawd.becky.

    Seriously, it is SOOO amazing chris! I la-la-love it!

    So jealous.

  6. Kristen says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:38 am

    OOOOHHHHH!!! That is one nice mudless mud room! I likey!

  7. Cherie says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:39 am

    I am new to your blog and I am already feeling that BIG GrEeN Monster creeping up.

    This is SO cute – You are talented!!

  8. Victoria@WhimsybyVictoria says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:40 am

    Love it!! I want a mudroom so bad! I am making my husband help me build something like that in our garage so we have something to contain the shoes, coats, backpacks…you know! I am sure you are so happy!! Can’t wait to see what more you add. I left a comment on your giveaway I think I might have been 300 and something lol. Anyways I wanted to make sure you knew about my first great giveaway! Simple to enter. Would love to have you visit. It ends on the 3rd. Have a great week!!

    Hugs,
    Victoria

  9. AJ says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:42 am

    So jealous!! Looks awesome! And that lamp…I’ve been wanting one like that for.ev.er!!!!

  10. Sarah @ Thrifty Decor Chick says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:44 am

    Looks fantastic!

  11. Lindsey says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:51 am

    Just Beautiful! I love reading your blog, it’s very inspiring!
    ~Lindsey

  12. Brittany says

    June 1, 2009 at 5:06 am

    Looks so great! I can’t wait until we have a home with a mudroom!

  13. Jessica says

    June 1, 2009 at 5:14 am

    I am green!!!!!!!!!!

  14. MaryRC says

    June 1, 2009 at 5:46 am

    wow! so very nice. we dont believe in mudrooms here in the desert, but i want one. think i can hose down some dirt in the back yard and convince my husband we need a mud room?

  15. Lil' Woman says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:46 am

    That looks fantastic! 🙂
    Great job girl!

  16. Linda at Lime in the Coconut! says

    June 1, 2009 at 10:42 am

    Ooooh. Purty, purty, purty, efficient and…..purty!

  17. ugagirl30 says

    June 1, 2009 at 10:45 am

    Amazing!!! Glad you got what you wanted….I wish I had a mudroom to redo now!

  18. Jodee Leader says

    June 1, 2009 at 10:46 am

    Holy moly! That turned out great! I love it!

  19. Tiffany says

    June 1, 2009 at 11:02 am

    OH I love it!

  20. Astrid says

    June 1, 2009 at 11:14 am

    OMG! Those lockers are just AWESOME! Did you have a carpenter build them for you?

  21. Beth says

    June 1, 2009 at 11:23 am

    It turned out beautiful! By the way, you’re mentioned (and copied) in my blog today.

  22. Jessica says

    June 1, 2009 at 12:45 pm

    I LOVE it! Looks wonderful! I want something like that so badly, but our entryway just isn’t the right fit for it I don’t believe. It’s so long and narrow.

  23. Kelli says

    June 1, 2009 at 1:20 pm

    I’m in love and so jealous. It is a beautiful space and I’m thinking of all the possibilities. Enjoy!

  24. Dream Mom says

    June 1, 2009 at 1:20 pm

    Oh my gosh, I just LOVE this! It is so beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  25. southerninspiration says

    June 1, 2009 at 1:36 pm

    AMAZING!!!! That looks totally fabulous!

    Suzanne

  26. Alissa says

    June 1, 2009 at 1:39 pm

    I love your mud room. I was wondering where you got your lamp from, I have been looking for one like that.

  27. April says

    June 1, 2009 at 1:43 pm

    NOw this is a mud room to be proud of girl! i know it sucks to pay for someone to do the extra projects but you could not have achieved this look with shelves you just buy and place there. It looks very solid and classic. oh and i’m drooling over the lamp and table accessories!

  28. Hillcrest Acres says

    June 1, 2009 at 2:03 pm

    Love It!!! Oh how I want a space like yours with cubbies.

  29. Amanda@Imperfectly Beautiful says

    June 1, 2009 at 2:07 pm

    The new mudroom is DIVINE! Can’t wait to see it all gussied up with pretty stuff! Oh, and p.s….I’m trying REAL hard not to be completely jealous. I love me some pretty storage!

    ~Amanda

  30. To The Moon and Back says

    June 1, 2009 at 2:09 pm

    Oh Chris, this looks amazing. I wish I had a mudroom!

  31. Laretha says

    June 1, 2009 at 2:30 pm

    BEA.U.TI.FUL!!!!

  32. A Touch of Country says

    June 1, 2009 at 3:03 pm

    How lovely! You can definitely stay organized with this beauty!

  33. Lipstick and Laundry ~Jen says

    June 1, 2009 at 3:04 pm

    I am super jealous… Your shelving unit turned out AMAZING…

  34. Misty says

    June 1, 2009 at 3:39 pm

    I love that bench with cabinets, drawers, and cubbies!!!!!!!!!!! Was it totally custom built or did you buy it anywhere? So great!

  35. julie & joe says

    June 1, 2009 at 3:46 pm

    It’s beautiful! I wish I had a mudroom. I guess people didn’t track in dirt in the 1930’s when my house was built.

  36. Mom Taxi Julie says

    June 1, 2009 at 3:51 pm

    I love that cabinet! I take it you had it custom made?

  37. Domestic Diva....NOT says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:13 pm

    Ooooh I love it! So pretty 🙂

  38. Ashley says

    June 1, 2009 at 4:34 pm

    I love it!!! Congratulations on your new mudroom!!!

  39. writing4612 says

    June 1, 2009 at 6:05 pm

    It’s beautiful!

  40. M.L. @ The House of Whimsy says

    June 1, 2009 at 6:29 pm

    I cannot get over the transformation! I remember the post where you showed all sorts of inspiration pix for your mudroom. Yours is a winner!!! And entering the mudroom by way of that gorgeous black door is just the cherry on top!
    I still don’t see your name on the list for the Mr.Pumpkin-on-a-box. Don’t forget to sign up! : )

  41. Kari says

    June 1, 2009 at 6:50 pm

    That is awesome! I’m so jealous. We have four school-aged kids, so I would be thrilled to have cubbies to store all their stuff. Thanks for sharing pics.

  42. Jennspiration says

    June 1, 2009 at 6:52 pm

    So, did your hubby build this? I remember reading somewhere on your blog that he is quite handy. Whoever built it, did a fantastic job!

  43. Jenny says

    June 1, 2009 at 6:58 pm

    It’s beautiful! I love it!

  44. Momma to Bug says

    June 1, 2009 at 7:09 pm

    Wow, it’s beautiful! Have fun adding the final details 🙂

    -Desiree

  45. Marla says

    June 1, 2009 at 7:19 pm

    I am unbelievably jealous of your new cubbies, drawers, and hooks!

  46. Karen at Nittany Inspirations says

    June 1, 2009 at 8:32 pm

    The cubbies are great. It made the area much more functional.

  47. Pink Stitches says

    June 1, 2009 at 8:55 pm

    Oh my – I want a house like yours! Or can you come and decorate mine :O)

  48. It's Always Something Around Here says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:01 pm

    OH I love it!!!

    I don’t know how I lived without a mud room before we remodeled and added one.

  49. Suzanne says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:09 pm

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE it and it totally puts my mudroom to shame! Chris, it is simply fabulous and you totally deserve it!!!

  50. Farmgirl Paints says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:12 pm

    Perfect! I’m so gonna copy cat your garage entry. Can you tell me what color you painted the garage walls? I’m just curious. I’ll let you know when it’s done. I’ve already ordered the numbers from Wonderfully Wordy:)

  51. Mandi says

    June 1, 2009 at 9:27 pm

    It is fantastic! I remember that post you did a long time ago about different “inspiration” mudrooms that you had found and loved. Now yours is just as great! Way to go Chris, they really do look perfect!

  52. Mindy says

    June 1, 2009 at 10:48 pm

    WOW-WEEEEE!

  53. dotti white says

    June 1, 2009 at 11:10 pm

    I love the mudroom, but if it were me, I definitely wouldn’t want mud in that gorgeous spot! Very nicely done! Thanks for sharing!

  54. Miss(es) Canadian Pie says

    June 1, 2009 at 11:35 pm

    I'm giving you a virtual High-Five! Wow, is that not gorgeously awesomely organizedly wonderful!!!!

  55. The Graves' House says

    June 1, 2009 at 11:48 pm

    it's stunning!!!

  56. Paige says

    June 2, 2009 at 12:18 am

    So beautiful! Enjoy your new space.

  57. Melissa says

    June 2, 2009 at 1:07 am

    Ooooh! This is awesome and I'm suddenly seeing something like this in my own future!

    Many Blessings,
    M.

  58. Shawn/Lifeatbuttercupfarm says

    June 2, 2009 at 2:45 am

    Making a space functional and BEAUTIOUS is perfect. You created a TON of additional storage space on that itty bitty wall…good job.

  59. Centsational Girl says

    June 2, 2009 at 5:09 am

    Great use of space, I an love your lady friend. Tell us all about her. 🙂

    Kate

  60. My name is PJ. says

    June 2, 2009 at 9:54 am

    NIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIICE!!!!

  61. Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality says

    June 2, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    Chris, it looks fantastic! Great way to use that space.

  62. Lisa says

    June 2, 2009 at 1:05 pm

    Way cute! Great re-do!

  63. Jessica says

    June 2, 2009 at 1:42 pm

    I love it! It looks so fresh and clean!!

  64. Kristen, The Pajama Mama says

    June 2, 2009 at 2:31 pm

    Hey girl, just thought I’d let you know I linked your indiana jones birthday party post to my post today on birthday party ideas.
    i want to see you mudroom all filled in-show us what it will really look like when your family muds it up! 🙂
    -kristen

  65. Nissa says

    June 2, 2009 at 3:14 pm

    It looks fabulous! I’m very jealous 😉

  66. Heidi says

    June 2, 2009 at 4:30 pm

    Wow that looks amazing! That is my style exactly!

  67. Richella says

    June 2, 2009 at 4:35 pm

    My heart’s skipping beats right along with yours. How wonderful. Congratulations! And you’re right: sometimes it pays just to get it done professionally. Thank you for the inspiration!

  68. debra says

    June 2, 2009 at 4:37 pm

    Oh My! That looks FABULOUS! Enjoy it!

  69. Wanda says

    June 2, 2009 at 4:48 pm

    Simply stunning! A great way to use your space! SOOOO Inspiring!

  70. tiffany lighting says

    June 2, 2009 at 5:01 pm

    Wow that looks awesome. I am so jealous of your little cubbies.

  71. Karen says

    June 2, 2009 at 11:40 pm

    Awesome!!!! I just love it. Can’t wait to see what else you do. Also love that lamp. I want a couple for my master bedroom.

  72. Anna See says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:07 am

    So beautiful– I'm drooling. My house opens directly into my kitchen. I'm dreaming of a mudroom!

  73. Kathy says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:02 am

    I LOVE your mudroom. Love the numbers on the door. Love the lamp LOVE table….BUT after seeing Amber's comment there is no longer awe or beauty or inspiration in my head..NOPE. Now there is just THAT song. I CANT GET IT OUT!!!

  74. Julie says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:46 pm

    I heart your mud room! I just keep coming back to look at it and dream. Someday…someday…

  75. Cynnamama's Cafe says

    June 7, 2009 at 2:17 pm

    Wow, what a big difference! I truly love it.

  76. Lauren says

    June 7, 2009 at 11:48 pm

    oh my gosh– love love love the cubbies!!!! you built my dream mud room!!!!

  77. Wendy says

    June 9, 2009 at 6:51 pm

    OH, I've got to have a mudroom space like that! With four kids, we need the built in shelves, hangers, etc….where did you find the unit…or was it all custom built? That's exactly what I want!

  78. Zeemaid says

    June 12, 2009 at 1:52 am

    that is gorgeous. I am so thinking how can I get something like that into our new space. HMMM

  79. Brighton says

    June 17, 2009 at 11:05 am

    We have four kids. Hubby just finished our mudroom/laundry room re-do. (pics up over at my blog) Yours is beautiful- Enjoy : )

  80. Online Printing says

    July 1, 2009 at 11:03 pm

    I like the motif: black and white. Very subtle. 🙂
    Those are some killer doors. It looks very elegant! Good job.

  81. Sjn says

    July 10, 2009 at 6:23 pm

    love it, you did a great job! Come visit me sometime!

  82. Melissa Miller says

    July 10, 2009 at 6:46 pm

    Chris I LOVE it!
    The numbers on the door are my favorite thing…so simple yet so classy. ~Wonderful job! 🙂

  83. Rebecca@Harmony and Home says

    July 15, 2009 at 4:49 am

    I just found your blog and it's adorable! I'm SO jealous of your mud room. We have a 2000 foot home in Silicon Valley with the smallest laundry room ever! I can't even turn around in it! But, if I did have a mud room, I would style it just like you did yours! Great cabinetry!

  84. Monica says

    September 22, 2009 at 2:20 am

    I love your mudroom! Could you tell me what type of wood (and paint) you used to build this? I'm curious if your carpenter built the drawers and cabinets or if they were bought. I'm also from Michigan and enjoy reading your blog.

    Thanks, Monica

  85. All Things Cherish says

    February 17, 2010 at 3:57 pm

    Hopped over from Kimba's. Wow, absolutely stunning! Who knew a mudroom could cause so much envy! : )

  86. Creative Decor by Brooke says

    February 17, 2010 at 9:07 pm

    Wow, that is incredible. I don't know if you can call it a mudroom anymore. Maybe "The Mud Palace". Ha, it looks great.
    Thanks for sharing
    Brooke

  87. Little Lovables says

    August 26, 2010 at 12:36 am

    it is gorgeous!!

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