I share the good, the bad and the ugly… I really do. BUT, I try not to bombard you all with “the ugly” all the time just because we all have our “ugly” spots in our homes and I’m sure you aren’t going to be inspired by all of my ugly spaces. But, when we are working on a project, you have to see the ugly before to really appreciate the after, right?! I’m so exited to share my DIY Closet Makeover.
It’s seriously a dream come true and, call me weird, but I just go in the space and stare now. Really, it’s so good.
*This project was sponsored by The Container Store but, as always, all commentary and reviews are my own. Click to read my disclosure policy.
DIY CLOSET MAKEOVER
Ok, so you can really experience the closet transformation… let me show you all the “befores”.
When you walked in, you used to be greeted with clothes thrown haphazardly up on the top shelve and shoes piled on a shelf in front of you.
Belts, work clothes, hampers, and more were just scattered everywhere; and Luke wasn’t the only one to blame.
My side was just as bad.
We started the project by taking everything out of the closet. The closet itself was a dingy cream color and the carpet was old and gross.
Don’t even get me started on those lights! Love them, don’t you?
We took down the shelf that extended on Luke’s side to give more breathing space to the closet.
For size reference, this closet is 12 ft by 4ft.
We painted the walls and all the trim white (yes, even the built-ins which were a huge job), changed the lights (we stole these two from the hallway), had new carpet installed (Mowhawk carpet, but found at a remnant store), and installed all new trim.
At this point, it was a drastic improvement and I just went in there and sat and looked around.
Paint really makes a big difference!
My mom and I went up to St. Louis (about 4 hours away) to shop at The Container Store for this makeover. We had lots of fun and if you follow me on IG (and watch my stories) then you know that we couldn’t have fit another thing in the SUV after we went to the mall and other home decor stores. It was pretty humorous.
After I got back home, I organized, purged, played with boxes and bins and then did it all again. I really had a great time doing it.
And now, I invite you to come back in…
I just love how it turned out; both how it looks and the functionality of the space.
Every single thing has its own place and that has just been amazing.
If I had to pick what my favorites are, all the matching, non-slip hangers are definitely one of them.
Another favorite, is definitely the wall-mounted shoe cabinets. No more ugly shoes anywhere!
If you want to see the 360 Videos, make sure to stop by my YouTube Channel. You can use the mouse to move around and to view the whole closet.
So, tell me your thoughts! Drastic change?! Love it?! Want me to come and work on yours?
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Products used:
4-Pair Boot Rack | 3-Drawer Shoe Cabinet | Drawer Organizers | Umbra Small Grey Artisan Crunch Storage Bag | Dark Grey Poppin Laundry Hamper with Lid | Purse Storage Bin | Drop-Front Sweater Box | Joy Mangano Ivory Huggable Hangers
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Cassie Bustamante says
April 7, 2017 at 5:28 amour closet is a pitfall- now that yours is done, come do mine!
looks great!!!
Ashley Mayes says
April 7, 2017 at 10:36 amThey usually all start like that! Mine did! I would love to come do yours!
Kristi Mercer says
April 7, 2017 at 8:16 amHoly smokes! SUCH a HUGE transformation!!! LOVE that everything has a place now!
Ashley Mayes says
April 7, 2017 at 10:37 amI know, right?! Huge transformation and now everything has it’s own spot.
Robin from Frugal Family Times says
April 7, 2017 at 10:28 amYour closet looks amazing, Ashley! Definitely worth all that driving! Super envious and inspired now…
Ashley Mayes says
April 8, 2017 at 6:23 amThanks Robin! It’s really changed how I look at that space!
Lynn Spencer says
April 9, 2017 at 8:48 amOK…you are a video natural! Loved seeing you talk about your closet! And wow, would I love to do this in my closet. It made such a difference. I can see why you love that shoe organizer…it’s the bomb.
I would actually want to pull up a chair to sit and just take all the wonderful organized-ness in.
Enjoy.
Hugs, Lynn
Ashley Mayes says
April 13, 2017 at 10:29 amOh Lynn, you are so sweet! Yes, that shoe organizer is just the best!
Michelle from Weekend Craft says
April 12, 2017 at 7:16 amBeautifully organized! My closet is open until my custom doors come in. I try to keep it organized since I am always looking at it but it is tough. Some of these storage containers would work great for sweaters!
Ashley Mayes says
April 13, 2017 at 10:29 amThanks Michelle! Yes, they would work so good!
Kelley says
April 22, 2017 at 12:39 pmI love how it turned out! I know the lights were originally in your hallway but I was wondering if you know where they are from?
Ashley Mayes says
April 24, 2017 at 2:55 pmThanks Kelley! They were from West Elm but are so old!
Jeanice Kett says
May 31, 2017 at 7:37 amThe only thing I would have done differently would have been change the wood rods for shiny steel rods. Easy to change and adds bling to closet.
Jeanice
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Ashley Mayes says
June 7, 2017 at 3:43 pmThanks Jeanice. I never thought about a steel rod. I’ll have to look at those!
BJ says
May 31, 2017 at 8:57 amHow can I get those results with a much smaller closet? You know, the kind just long enough for the mirrored sliding doors? Help!
Ashley Mayes says
June 7, 2017 at 3:43 pmI feel your pain! I think decluttering helps a lot!
Sidney says
May 31, 2017 at 7:01 pmI’d kill to have the original. I honestly don’t see that much difference in storage areas other than big bins. I’d just as soon have shelves there.
It looks nice and if it suits you better, obviously it’s good.
Ashley Mayes says
June 7, 2017 at 3:44 pmThanks Sidney! It feels way different in person but I think that’s because the before felt really dingy.