I decided to turn my secretary into a papercrafting station.
The top section used to look like this filled with various tchotchkes
while the drawers were filled with random miscellaneous stuff.
So I emptied everything out
and replaced the fabric backing with a colorful paper background. I added back the things I like to look at or inspire me.
Like a reminder to “DREAM” big
and “SHOOT FOR THE MOON”.
A couple of angel ornaments that are never put away
and very important reminders of my triumphs too.
What’s left of a childhood tea set
and various stamps throughout.
I’m so happy most everything I need is now in one place,
a place for everything and everything in it’s place.
I’m ready to create!
This piece has come a long way since it’s painted beginnings:). Sometimes I get the urge to paint it again and then I remember all the hours I spent stripping it and wimp out every time. Who knows, never say never.
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Hey Jocelyn! I love what you did with this secretary. it looks super-efficient and attractive too. I agree that it is so important to have all your creative tools in one place. it is hard to do because sometimes I switch gears and decide to paint and then I move a bunch of stuff. But you have a lot of room in the drawers, etc. it looks like a successful workspace for your paper art. I look forward to seeing more!
tchotchkes. Now I know how to spell it! What a great use of space.
incredible!!!!!!!!!