The ideas are utilitarian, comfortable, and downright adorable. Bookcases are the traditional method of storing books, but. Tell me, have you taken hour childs small closet and turned it into a warm cozy nook. Shelley, who blogs at the house of smiths, says they never used it for more than a dumping ground, so they opened it up and created a charming mudroomlike nook with a bench and storage for their young family to use. I am so excited to be back for another installment in the dr.
If you have an extra close to spare god bless you if you do. Why your kids closet makes a great book nook custom closet. Turning a kids closet into a play nook home guides sf gate. The placement of this board depends on preference but we decided on 64 inches from the ground. Nov 08, 20 all a little reader really needs is a book, but a soft place to curl up, a light and maybe even a bit of privacy doesnt hurt. Inside those baskets hold all of the items that are out of season, plus the extra sizes that are handmedowns for the next child gloves, hats, boots, snow pants, scarves. Hello all im so excited to show you the fun little project ive been working on over the past week. During stopping points i could squeeze in a pedicure, swim some laps and possibly have a friend over for wine and some chat one evening. If you are space deprived, think of clever ways to create your library by adding shelving. We are currently turning a wide, low due to a sloping ceiling, and relatively deep closet into a nook for our kids. Aug 15, 2019 turning a closet into a book nook theres a hall closet in the lower level of our 1950s rambler, and since it was basically empty it was flagged for the future book nook. This is where i found i didnt know my own strength and ended up having to patch a larger drywall. Turn an unused closet into an adorable book nook with this diy from thrifty decor chick. How to turn a closet into an office family handyman.
Here i show you how i took a closet in my home and transformed it into a small office space. When you only have a few hundred square feet to call home, you have to get a little creative. This might simply mean removing items, but most closets. Whether your child is a toddler or a teen, these ideas can be adapted to make a small space reading ready. Pull back the curtain and invite kids to read in a space thats the perfect size for them. Diy library table transform an old cable spool into a functional library and end table. Turn it into a beautiful little reading nook with a build in bench, perfect for a little kids room. Transforming a closet space into a cozy closet nursery is a great way to make room for a baby or two. All a little reader really needs is a book, but a soft place to curl up, a light and maybe even a bit of privacy doesnt hurt. I had planned on closing off the bottom part, and making it look like a builtin bench, but then i realized it could be great extra storage. Right about here things starting unraveling and my excitement began to dwindle. Good morning friends i am so excited to show you this reading nookplayhouse i have created for my kids in the closet underneath our stairs.
Turning a closet into a play area reading nook closet. Suess themed kids book nook with storage and seating. Turning a coat closet into a mudroomlike nook hooked on houses. See more ideas about diy furniture, furniture projects and reading nook closet. Converting closets, nooks and furniture into functional. How to turn a closet into a cozy book nook from thrifty. She has a 1yearold little man who is just the cutest proud aunty here, and this is his closet. Sep 07, 2017 turn a closet into a kids play nook and store all your childs toys the easy way. Have a spare bedroom you want to use for guests but as an office as well. As you can see, simple shelving inside of a closet office is the key to adding room for additional storage. If you have a small nook or closet that no longer has usable doors, but you still want to be able to close off your new office to others when not using it, try some inexpensive curtains or draperies to section off your space. Jul 17, 2014 turning your kids closet into a book nook is not only easy, it is fun and will promote organization and a love for reading within your kids life. Your childs closet can easily be transformed into a reading nook and with the right shelving, cabinets and storage accessories, it can still double as a closet.
What the nook consists of will partly be up to your willingness andor need to add certain things due to the size and shape of your closet, as well as your construction skills and ambition, but there are a few essential steps that will turn any closet into a wonderful little. Not having done a ton of carpentry projects in the past, my husband and i decided to make some kind of raised platform. Jan 12, 20 im excited to share a guest post with you today that gives the details on a darling project that would be fun for any familys home. Cut holes in the top of the base unit to be able to run cables from the components to the tv. Theres something so comforting and cozy about a small space set aside just for reading and daydreaming. Turning a coat closet into a mudroomlike nook hooked on houses how shelley from the house of smiths blog turned her homes standard coat closet into a. Turning your kids closet into a book nook is not only easy, it is fun and will promote organization and a love for reading within your kids life. Then nail the beadboard into the cleats from the front. Jun 26, 2017 you see, we recently decided to move our twin girls into their own bedrooms, which put a whole bunch of changes into motion i had to relocate my office, which meant we had to relocate their playroom, etc. Turning a coat closet into a mudroomlike nook home. Small closet decor nooks ideas for 2019 turn a small closet into a reading nook. Lina turned a small childsized closet from drab to fab, by transforming it into a small playhouse for her kids. This week i am going to show you how to make a simple closet into a dynamite reading nook for your little person by making a simple, colorful curtain. And made 2 complete shelves that hold 8 baskets all together nope, couldnt fit them all in this picture.
If so, you are going to love these ideas for transforming your childs closet into a book nook. Sep 16, 2010 kym, the homeowner, had turned her sons closet into a private nook. How to turn a closet into a cozy book nook closet nook. Drill access holes in the beadboard for the tv cables and wiring. Im excited to share a guest post with you today that gives the details on a darling project that would be fun for any familys home. Kids closets used as reading nooks apartment therapy. Transform your closet to a sensory escape reading nook the.
That was an easy task, but now for the process of turning the closet into a reading nook. Jan 17, 2018 having a hidden library is every book lovers dream. How to turn a closet into a cozy book nook from thrifty decor. Turning a closet into a book nook theres a hall closet in the lower level of our 1950s rambler, and since it was basically empty it was flagged for the future book nook.
This can be as simple as adding a sturdy shelf with metal support brackets around 28 to 30 inches from the floor depending on the height of the person using the space to create a desk, painting or wallpapering the space, and then adding a chair, light and. A closet space under the stairs provides the ideal nook for a classy athome bar, complete with wellstocked shelves, a countertop, and wine chiller. Having a hidden library is every book lovers dream. Designing a reading nook in your home can be the perfect way to transform an awkward or unused space into a wonderfully cozy reading nook to curl up in. Click the link for see a closet makeover worthy of the transformation. Lately, ive had the itch to move from our suburban colonial house into a smaller, older, creeky home with quirky rooms and cozy corners. Another great use for a small closet or odd nook is to transform it into a workspace. Why your kids closet makes a great book nook custom. How to turn a kids closet into a play nook home made by carmona. Well, we are nearly done with every single room and today i want to share with you how to turn a closet into a bed nook. See more ideas about office nook, home projects and home decor.
Turning a coat closet into a mudroomlike nook see that standard coat closet. Convert the closet in a spare room into a reading nook. Bookshelf builtin s diy these bookshelf builtins are perfect for building a home library. Nov 14, 2019 explore atouchofsaltandloves board turning a closet into spectacular. First task after cleaning up all those toys, of course. A reading nook under your stairs is a perfect use of space. Window seat reading nook is comfortable for sitting and daydreaming, reading or to just resting and peering outside. Youd do better to take over the smaller nook space than the larger dining space. Theres something that is really appealing about having a special place to curl up with a good book. I think it may be my new favorite room in the house. We used dap alex plus spackling to do all the repair work. Turn a closet into a builtin entertainment center hgtv. Closet turned reading nook by thrifty decor chick 7. Ive always dreamed of my own little space under the stairs perfect for an afternoon siesta, a good read, or a good cry.
Quiet and intimate, its the perfect place to escape and catch up on your reading. Create a reading nook, in a closet, for kids with a little easy construction and sliding closet doors. Sep 19, 2012 closet turned reading nook this stair closet turned reading nook designed by lina from fancy frugal life is incredible. Kym, the homeowner, had turned her sons closet into a private nook. Converting closets, nooks and furniture into functional home. Aug 14, 2012 we are currently turning a wide, low due to a sloping ceiling, and relatively deep closet into a nook for our kids. Love the idea of turning a closet into a little ones reading nook. Posted by heather on oct 4, 2011 in hacks comments off on turn a closet into a book nook theres something so comforting and cozy about a small space set aside just for reading and daydreaming. The opposite idea of using your closet for a desk in the spare room is to use. If your child needs help with their homework, use some chalk to work out the problem.
This was an easy decision for us because averys room has two closets we have no idea why, so we were happy to sacrifice one to. We recently moved our kitchen chairs into the dining room, so ive been searching for some new ones that would. I love that this smallscale diy project looks fairly simple, and creates such a wonderful space. But for sensory kiddos, these transformed closets could be the perfect sensoryfree nook to escape to.
I thought, no problem, id complete this project in an easy 2 days. I love the trend of repurposing kids closets as reading nooks. We recently moved our kitchen chairs into the dining room, so ive been. What the nook consists of will partly be up to your willingness andor need to add certain things due to the size and shape of your closet, as well as your construction skills and ambition, but there are a few essential steps that will turn any closet into a wonderful little nook for learning and relaxation. Folks are turning their childrens closets into reading nooks. Number one, do you like to curl up and read in a comfy space. Home alone and loving it huffpost, using bookcases in a bedroom closet chris loves julia, using bookcases in a bedroom closet chris loves julia. Transform an underused closet into a cozy nook, a private space large enough for a child and his favorite toys. For a 2second home project, place pillows and a furry rug like this one from ikea on the closet floor.
Theres no way the nook space offers the equivalent seating that the dining room does. How to turn a closet into a kids book nook book nook closet, nook. Apply a coat of chalkboard paint to closet walls for a distrationfree space. Okay so this one may take a few extra helping hands but such a fun idea, especially in a childs room. How to create a cozy closet nursery space the spruce.
If you have a bonus room, walkin closet, or nook in your home that you havent found use for, transform it into a hidden room for your own personal library. I really like the furry blanket all the details on how to turn an unused, eyesore of a closet into a fun, dr. This closet also held our security system, which we decided to move into a different location so it wouldnt be visible in the open nook. The ceiling is 96 inches or 8 feet tall, so 64 inches is 23. Move the kitchen to the nook, and reapportion the new entry with a. Mar 28, 2014 designing a reading nook in your home can be the perfect way to transform an awkward or unused space into a wonderfully cozy reading nook to curl up in. How to turn a closet into a cozy book nook from thrifty decor chick. You can keep the door to make a secret reading hideaway or take the doors off to make small rooms seem bigger. So, i ventured back to lowes for the 3rd time and purchased bead board to line the closet. Use this tutorial to create one or a set in your home. Closet turned reading nook this stair closet turned reading nook designed by lina from fancy frugal life is incredible. I want something tidier than a pile of blankets and pillows, durable, washable, and affordable. How to turn a closet into a kids book nook reading nook closet. Turning an unused closet into a builtin reading nook.
How to convert a closet to bookshelves home guides sf gate. May, 2014 next, we placed an upper piece of primed mdf 3. Almost all book lovers and avid readers run into the same problem, sooner or later a lack of space to store their favorite books. Jan 24, 2020 folks are turning their childrens closets into reading nooks. Turning a coat closet into a mudroomlike nook hooked on. And when i was done, the cutie patoot book nook was born shut the front door i love it.
Window seat reading nook is the most loved place of the house by every member of the family. How to turn a kids closet into a play nook home made by. But instead of that dreadful hanger rod that none of the kids could reach, we decided to add 5 doublehooks. Pin it i received this fabric from the ribbon retreat free of charge. This is one of my favorite projects we have tackled in a while and avery is in love with it. We had quite a bit of repairs to make to the walls in the closet. Jun 29, 2010 that was an easy task, but now for the process of turning the closet into a reading nook. You could also addmake a round cushion for seating on top. The sofa below acts as an informal day bed as well as a reading nook. Here i show you how i took a closet in my home and transformed it into a small. See how 10 spacesavvy mamas made a small space work for their growing families with this inspiring roundup of teeny, tiny nursery rooms. Turning a kids closet into a play nook home guides sf.