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Life in the Laundry Room

September 15, 2011 by Courtney 30 Comments

Like most of you out there, I happen to clock a good amount of time in the laundry room. I may even rack up more minutes in my laundry room as it doubles as my little wrapping/card making room. I often go in there to wrap a birthday gift or create a card for someone. I recently added a couple of inexpensive additions that have made things so much easier for me. With sage green walls, black and white has become a crisp and clean color scheme to work with. IMG_4208 w h a t   i   a d d e d

  • black and white rug from Target {clearance for $16}
  • basket for wrapping paper from HomeGoods {$16}
  • white shelf I had laying around for over two years {Home Depot}
  • four soup cans โ€ฆrinsed and covered with wrapping paper I had on hand
  • shoe organizer to the back of the door

IMG_4252 IMG_4228 The shelf I had bought two years ago is now hanging over the dryer. I think I use the contents in these cans almost daily. I love having scissors in the laundry room for cutting tags off of new items or for trimming stray threads. 2011-09-14 IMG_4248 IMG_4249   These two white pots are from Ikea. I have had them for a while and they have been shuffled around. They now are home to the dryer balls and my gift tags. IMG_4233IMG_4236 I am in love with this new basket from HomeGoods. In fact I went back for another one. They are really sturdy and allow items to stand up. I also like that they are very narrow and donโ€™t take up much floor space. I love that my wrapping paper is now so handy. The basket on top of the cabinet hosts personalized card sets that I enjoy making and giving as gifts. IMG_4255 I also keep these tins and take out boxes in my cabinet {along with my ribbons you can see here}. I pick these up all of the time and use them for gifting coloring tools or other little gifts. I just picked up the silver pails in the Target dollar bins {as I was being run over by crazed Missoni shoppers!} IMG_4256 Lastly, I hung a shoe holder on the back of the door. I did this in our mudroom downstairs as well. This one is all for Mommy! It holds things I use for DIY projects as well as things I donโ€™t want my children grabbing on their own {like glitter!}. The labels could be a little cuter, but they are working for now. IMG_4261 2011-09-141 Small changes that have made a really big difference. I love this little room. Have you made some little changes lately? Sharing with House of Hepworths Fingerprints on the Fridge

Filed Under: laundry room, organization, Uncategorized

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  1. Simply LKJ says

    September 15, 2011 at 11:06 am

    Love it! I wish I had a laundry room that size…ours you have to leave in order change your mind!! LOL I am working on it though…just last on the list I suppose.

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  2. Lili says

    September 15, 2011 at 11:47 am

    i need you courtney to come over and help me organize my house (you and megan – lol)!

    i would love to hang around your laundry room – i might even help do laundry ๐Ÿ™‚

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  3. Anonymous says

    September 15, 2011 at 11:53 am

    Wow! Thank you for sharing this gorgeous room and your tips and ideas! It is really inspiring!

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  4. Comeca Jones says

    September 15, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    So neat and just those few accessories to totally change the space. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  5. Shelley says

    September 15, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    No small changes here, but I totally want to after seeing yours! Looks amazing!

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  6. Pine Tree Home says

    September 15, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    Great organization I need to find a basket for my paper like you have. Those over the door organizers are wonderful. I found round labels at Staples and attached them to each pocket with a very tiny safety pin.

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  7. Megan says

    September 15, 2011 at 1:33 pm

    Your laundry room is so pretty – it makes me want to cry. I'm doing laundry in the basement since we moved into our new house and I hate it. I feel like I'm in a dungeon. I've got some plans for it, though! =) Thanks for the inspiration to get started!

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  8. Menno Jeweler says

    September 15, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    Looks great! About those dryer balls, I've seen those but haven't tried them yet. How do they work, and do you like them?

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  9. Tara {The Silver Lining} says

    September 15, 2011 at 2:15 pm

    I adore your Laundry Room/Wrapping Room. I dream of the day I have a space for this. Our washer/dryer are in a hall closet. There is minimal storage and no place to hang clothes to dry. I love how you've utilized your space. It's so pretty!! but also very organized and functional. So dreamy!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  10. CHH says

    September 15, 2011 at 2:16 pm

    Dear Courtney,

    You did a great job with the laundry room.

    Love the rug that you purchased at Target.

    Where did you pick up that color shoe rack
    for storage? I use one of those when we go away with baby girl for all of our things.

    Hav a great day.

    Best,

    CBO

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  11. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    September 15, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    Great updates!!! I'd love to have my crafty stuff organized…it is literally scattered all over the house…from kitchen cabinets to under my son's bed?!?! One day I'll get to the guest room/office and make it mine!

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  12. natasha {schue love} says

    September 15, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    Love all the crafty details! Makes this a great multi-purpose room! Good for all your multi-tasking! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  13. Kathysue says

    September 15, 2011 at 4:04 pm

    It looks Great, sheer perfection. not only useful but pretty too, now that is great design. I just finished with a little makeover in my laundry room that I have called the PIT for years. It is now a pleasant place to do the laundry. With three boys I have done more than my share of laundry in the PIT!! It was a much needed re-do!! Enjoy your new changes, Kathysue

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  14. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    September 15, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    You're so good! Love the shoe organizer for crafty things! SO smart!

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  15. Michaela says

    September 15, 2011 at 5:56 pm

    Great little updates, Courtney! I love the rug– maybe that's why I have it in my apartment at school (: Twins again! xo

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  16. Gail @ Sophisticated Steps says

    September 15, 2011 at 6:31 pm

    You do not want to see my laundry room.

    Yours, I'd like to see EVERYDAY!
    Love!!!!!!!!

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  17. THEBUZYBUG says

    September 15, 2011 at 6:50 pm

    Beautiful! Love the black and white accents!

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  18. Mindy says

    September 15, 2011 at 7:22 pm

    Okay, I'm drooling. My laundry room is a nightmare. It's actually the utility room/pantry/storage/dog and cat food stations/somewhere to shove the washer and dryer. There's no way to make it even kind of cute. A gigantic furnace kinda takes away from any homey feel. ๐Ÿ˜‰ Yours is sooooooo pretty. I'm pinning some of your organization ideas – I can at least use those someplace else in the house.

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  19. Kristle says

    September 15, 2011 at 7:49 pm

    Wow–this is a fabulously organized laundry room–you have inspired me to reorganize mine this weekend!

    xo Kristle

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  20. Jamie says

    September 15, 2011 at 9:26 pm

    Every time I read a post like this I WISH WISH WISH I had a laundry room! (I have a little closet in the basement).

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  21. Workman Family says

    September 15, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    Love how you did this!!! I also utilize my laundry room to store a bunch of my crafts! You have inspired me to organize it (again)!!

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  22. Traci says

    September 16, 2011 at 3:17 am

    It's great! It makes me want to go redo my laundry room!!

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  23. Sheri says

    September 16, 2011 at 9:53 am

    awesome job. so happy i stumbled upon your blog. you are very talented. be blessed ๐Ÿ™‚

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  24. Lori says

    September 16, 2011 at 12:50 pm

    I love your laundry room!! The black & white against the green walls looks so nice. Everything is organized and easily accessible. You did a great job!! I think my laundry room needs some help now!!

    Lori : )
    Thrifty Decor Mom

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  25. Allison @ House of Hepworths says

    September 16, 2011 at 8:27 pm

    Wow, this room is looking amazing! You are really inspiring me to get my bootie in gear and make my laundry room prettier.

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  26. The Starr Family says

    September 18, 2011 at 1:26 am

    An organized laundry room = bliss. Is it totally wrong that I will lock myself in there with the laptop, dryer running to block out noise? ๐Ÿ™‚

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  27. emily says

    September 18, 2011 at 9:36 pm

    What great functional additions! I love the use of the shoe holder! And the dresser looks FABULOUS! You did a wonderful job!

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  28. Holly says

    September 20, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    This is such a great update and a functional space for you. I'm so envious of laundry rooms. Our washer/dryer/laundry area is down in our basement with not set parameters, but now I'm wondering if I can spice it up a bit. This is motivating me to get organized already!! I've gotten a basket or two from Homegoods as well and love them – such a steal for the price.

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  29. Kara {A Little Bit of Lovely} says

    September 21, 2011 at 8:06 pm

    The rug looks like it was specially made for you! So cute – love the shelf and all of the organization.

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  30. Lili says

    September 25, 2011 at 4:07 am

    courtney, i meant to ask you where yo got this particular shoe rack? thanks!

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