Our entryway is much smaller in our current home compared to our Arizona entry.
Although small, it still needed a “moment” (got that from Nate Berkus.
I’m guessing the definition means something like a pause to look at something intentionally styled).
The entry is large enough that it would fit a narrow table but it would be tight and claustrophobic.
Instead I opted for an ever so petite wall shelf for mail, phone, hang purse and keys, etc.
I found the perfect option on Etsy.
When I asked it they would cut it a bit smaller they said they weren’t taking custom orders so I decided to DIY it, or rather DIM (do it myself).
Fine because the price was around $85. including shipping but I paid about $20. to DIM.
I picked up some corner brackets and one board of pine (measures 3/4 x 3 1/2) from Home Depot.
I had them cut my board to measure two 30 inch boards.
I attached three corner brackets to one of the boards then applied a bead of glue the length of the edge.
Next I stuck the other board to the top and screwed in the rest of the screws to the corner brackets.
One coat of primer then one coat of grey paint.
(Sorry, “gray” paint…I got a scolding last week from an anonymous commenter who gave me spelling lesson on the correct way to spell grey/gray. After feeling pain from a bruised ego I found out they’re both right. See here.
And yes Anonymous, I’m English …somewhere in my lineage).
I then decided to give it some distressing.
I don’t normally do faux-aging on my projects but for some reason I was in the mood for it.
A little sanding here and there gave it just a hint of age.
Lastly, it got a coat of varnish.
Up on the wall it went.
Mirror is the Grundtal from IKEA.
Little milk jug is from Shop Sweet Lulu. I’ve also used it here previously.
(Had to check out the NBA Playoffs).
Tomorrow I’ll share another addition to this “moment”.
Hey there! I’m Michelle; I’m an Passionate DIY’er and in constant pursuit of how to bring beauty to my house full of men (3 boys + 1 hubby). Stick around and see what I’ve got up my hard-working sleaves!
I have been trying to figure out an easy, narrow shelf for my hallway- this gives me some ideas! Thanks!
and ps..grey/gray..all the same in my book!
Girl, I spell it “grey,” too, you just go on with it! 🙂 They are BOTH right! Great “moment” there – I really like it!
I really like the modern mirror with the distressed shelf. Would you mind sharing the source of your curtains I see in the mirror reflection? They’re very much what I’ve been looking for in my living room. Thank you!
Brooke
Curtains are from Bed, Bath and Beyond.
This is awesome… and you can’t beat the price tag of $20!
I don’t understand why people are so critical of others; it really boggles my mind that there are so many self righteous people in this world. I read a lot of blogs and I do a lot of DIY, decorating, and I love re-creating outfits, but I do not and will not blog for that very reason. You have a terrific blog and it’s one of my very favorites! Thanks for all you do!
would you mind sharing how you hung it up? I tried a french cleat on something similiar and it ended up hanging with a ‘sag’ away from the wall.
I can’t figure out simple things….
You made a moment- it’s a perfect pit stop. I’m looking forward to tomorrow’s addition!
Don;t you just hate those anonymous comments. What is their problem, anyhow? I always spell it both ways- who can be bothered to remember which way is “American”? blah.
xo Becca
Very pretty moment indeed – Thanks for this piece of inspiration, I will try to DIM…..
(and i am so glad t hear you SIL is better and recovering…)
Looks great, Michelle! Your home is really coming together.
This is such an adorable idea! Love the new addition to your home 🙂 what color of the paint did you use? and what brand is it? did you consider using chalk paint instead?
Hey Michelle! I love your blog! And that shelf looks perfect! I noticed your curtains in the background & was curious about the curtain rod– how long is it & where did you find it? I’m currently looking for one that is loooooong– like 15 feet long, if they make them that long! Thanks so much!
Oh….so pretty!
GREAT job!!! Thanks for the incredible ideas!!! (And whether it’s grey or gray, it’s still beautiful!!!)
What a great idea. I love having a landing spot for keys, etc. I use both, grey and gray, and I looked it up before too! I hate anonymous comments. If you feel the need to call someone out for something, then have the guts to put your name on it. If not, keep it to yourself. Keep up the beautiful work!
Love this! Might just have to DIM too! 😉
I’ve been thinking about something like this, too! Thanks for showing how easy it can be. Or rather, how easy it looks when you do it : ) The sneak peaks in the mirror really make me anxious to see the rest, btw!
I love this little shelf, and the distressing makes it look like a treasure you picked up in some fabulous shop. And blow off Anon…it’s just a bored, snarky person with nothing to do. You spell it however you want…it is your blog after all! Anon can start his/her own and be snarky all they want there!!
I would also like to know how you hung it, I have something similar and don’t know how to hang it…
How is it hung up so flush to the wall??
That’s a question for the Mr. Let me get back to you.