Ironing Board Shelves and Closet Refresh
Four years ago we were finishing up our Master Bedroom remodel and I had the brilliant idea to use vintage ironing boards as shelves in our newly created walk-in closet. Mr. Fix-it thought I was crazy at the time, but I couldn’t be happier with the decision.
I’ve been working on clearing out and reorganizing (like we all do in January) and thought it would be a good time to look back at my original post of our closet {Here}.
I’ve always thought that if I can come up with a good design plan, keeping things clean and tidy will be easier. Our closet has performed beautifully these past years, but just needed a little tweaking.
I cleared out five (!) bags of my clothes and sent them to my favorite thrift store. I took everything off the ironing board shelves and wiped them down. My hanging clothes rod is now only 1/2 full, which I love. I also put away all my summer clothes in a plastic bin (and I’ll be taking them back out in a couple of months;)
I decided since Mr. Fix-it was taller, he should have the top shelf for his clothes and the bottom shelf. I’d have the two in the middle. I wanted to avoid any bins on the floor, so as to be able to vacuum easier, so I squished them all on the ironing boards:
It’s really amazing how much a person can fit on four ironing boards!
Having a little lamp in the closet has become indispensable, since we are opposites with when we go to bed and wake up! We can leave it on for a little night-time or early morning glow:
I added a couple pics of the kiddos when they were little and adorable to put a smile on my face and send up a thankful prayer for each of them:)
I went through my jewelry stash too and deleted quite a bit. I add a few of my favorite pics on clipboards here too, to elevate it all as art. I leave at least one hook free at the bottom of the pegboard to hang whatever I’m planning on for the next day (if it’s something other than yoga pants).
It feels so good to have a clean, less busy closet! Have you been doing some de-cluttering and cleaning?
On Friday I’ll show you how I added a new color to our room for the season, and review the whole bedroom remodel process. It’s kind of fun to look back and realize you actually have accomplished something on your house, isn’t it?
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I am in the process of setting up my own craft space and have 3 wooden ironing boards just perfect for this treatment. My question is; what do you do with the original legs? The thought of tossing them leaves a bad taste in my mouth. What did you do with yours?
Lucky you, Arlene! I’d love to have a designated craft space! I agree with you; I hate throwing away vintage parts. I usually keep them and eventually figure out some creative way to repurpose them. Otherwise I’ll see some cool idea and be mad I tossed them! Can’t say I’ve figured out any way to repurpose the legs yet…maybe a sofa table with 2 sets of them? Let me know if you come up with something! Have fun with your craft room!
Now those are just about the coolest closet shelves I’ve seen in a long time! What a great idea 🙂 Besides the unique shelves, I love and am envious that you have a window and a lamp in your closet. I want what you’re having!
You’re too funny, Marie! And yes, I love having natural light in a closet; think more new house builders should figure this out! And the lamp is great when hubs gets up early and I go to bed late; avoiding the overhead light is nice;)
I’ve been looking for an old wooden ironing board and you found four when you were doing this closet. Great organization, too.
Wish you were closer to MN, Sharon-they’ve always been plentiful up here. Maybe Northern ladies liked to iron more to keep warm…?
Stopped by from the Funky Junk link party – what a wonderful idea to use these as shelves! Would look really cute in a laundry room, too! Your closet re-do turned out great!
Thanks, hazelandverdie. And glad you stopped by!
Love the ironing board shelves! What a great way to utilize their vintage awesomeness!
Shelly,
I was counting the other day, and I actually have 7 vintage ironing boards in my home…and none of them are used for ironing! Thanks for the comment!
What a fun and creative idea to use those vintage ironing boards! Can’t wait to see wha t you come up with next! http://www.vintageflicker.com
Thanks, fellow vintage lover!Function with vintage beauty is a great combo!