Main Floor Custom Cabinet

One of the few regrettable decisions I made during the construction of our house was removing a 3-sided fireplace between the living room and dining area of the main floor. The intent was to open up the space but it backfired...now it's too open! The result has come to be known as "No Man's Land".

Right now, No Man's Land is home to a curio cabinet I got from a friend, that's become a catch all for random accessories and books. Needless to say, something has to be done!

I stumbled on a local craftsman who does amazing custom woodwork, and challenged him to come up with a solution to my problem.

His cabinet design is approx. 3' x 5' x 4'. Big enough to fill up this empty space and provide us with storage, but not so big that it overwhelms the house.

I love it and can't wait to see it finished!

A Girl Can Dream

I am a toolie. I love tools and gadgets. I get a thrill when I buy a new drill or fire up a mitre saw. My dad is a handy guy and, when I was growing up, he always made a point of showing me how to build or fix everything from a leaky tap to a flat tire. They are skills that really are invaluable.

On my Christmas wish list this year, I am asking for a pretty place to store my tools. Considering that my tools are currently being kept in a roll away tote, a cardboard box and an old dresser, I think it's time to upgrade. In fact, I want this tool cabinet and tool chest from The Original Pink Box.

Aren't they awesome?!

I wouldn't mind if they were well stocked with some cute tools, either! Hint hint, Mr. Mel!