Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on o Remodel update: we’ve made a lot of choices on our kitchen, bathroom, and complete upstairs remodel. Here’s what we’ve done so far: 1. Met with the contractor @sawtooth_remodeling! (They’re amazing! We highly recommend!) 2. Met with the custom cabinet builder and made all of our adjustments. 3. Picked out countertops. 4. Ordered kitchen sink, backsplash tile, and new fridge. 5. Now we wait and keep ordering things. Cabinets won’t be done until end of June so we can’t start demo until at least beginning of June. 

So you know what that means? A LOT of purging and organizing and packing until demo day, working on potty training our littlest and getting her out of her crib, and transitioning the current nursery into a fun bedroom for our oldest daughter. So much to do but we’re very excited!

Have you been through a remodel? How did it go for you?
Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my e-book/e-magazine yesterday! You can check out yesterday’s post for info on how to receive yours! 

In other news, this Thursday is going to be my first Mood Board by Moonlight. Head to my stories to find out more and to vote on the design space and inspiration. 

This mood board was one I had done a while back and is inspired by the second picture. This gives you an idea of how Mood Boards by Moonlight will work. 

So head to stories and let me know what you’d like to see. Keep in mind that I love a challenge!
It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now a It’s here! My free e-book, Unique Home, is now available! If you’re looking for advice on how to create a personality-packed space, this is for you! I share my top tips on how to add the “you” to unique including advice on thrifting, trends, and my favorite budget-friendly decor tool. 

To request your free copy, click the Unique Home e-book link in my profile or visit https//rufusandhenrietta.com/unique-home.
We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and we met with a contractor regarding a remodel (mainly on the kitchen) yesterday. So many exciting things happening! For now, I thought I’d share my very quick and last minute schematic I threw together yesterday to show the contractor. 

If you remember, the view as you walk into our upper level from the stairs is a wall of closets right now with a galley kitchen behind. This schematic shows you how that would open up and this would be your first view complete with a broom closet,  fridge and built-in pantry on the left, a statement backsplash and a waterfall-edged peninsula on the right. I seriously cannot wait!!! Also, we’re going to be keeping the original globe light fixtures and making them a highlight in the kitchen. 

It will be fun to see how this concept in my mind evolves and comes to life as the project continues. 

Have you ever taken on a full kitchen remodel? Any tips on how to get by without a kitchen during the reno process? Let me know all of the tips and coping mechanisms. 😉
Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I h Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I haven’t really filled you in on because I didn’t know how they would work out. But let’s just say we’re meeting with a contractor today. More on that soon. 

In other news, did you catch my stories recently? I talk about a new fun idea I have called #moodboardbymoonlight and I’m very excited about it! I’d love for you to go check that out and then you can start leaving your suggestions here or messaging me. Thanks for everything!
Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pin Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pink. I am beyond grateful of these ladies for choosing me as their guest participant. 

@baker.blooms 
@homemadehuppy 
@curatedbyconstance 
@hautehouselove 

These little $1.50 travertine tiles turned coasters quickly became one of my favorite DIYs. Originally I had a big wallpaper reveal planned for you all but alas, life got in the way. 

But honestly, this project meant more to me than just a little DIY. This whole thing has served up a big life lesson for me (something I have been deeply struggling with for a while now). 

You see, I’ve been battling with self doubt, with worrying I’m not doing enough or “big” enough things, for that wow factor (like a wallpaper reveal). But, these little coasters allowed me to remember the joy I have in all of this and reminded me that perfection is not my goal. My goal is to show others that good-feeling design can be approachable, affordable, and attainable. And this little project is just that. 

I have been so caught up in my own head, dragging myself backwards, allowing those deprecating words like “failure” and “unworthy” to sink in. 

But these little coasters took me back to when all I could do was take a blurry photo, all I could do were minimal cheap projects, and I was so proud. It’s good to feel that pride again. 

So thank you, ladies, for allowing me to participate in this. I’m not sure you’ll ever realize how a little pink project helped save my mental state. 

Thank you, coasters, for reminding me of the reason I love design and DIY.

And thank you past self for relishing in the little things, present self for just allowing creativity to flow through this project, and future self for taking these lessons and blossoming them into something great. God has something big planned for you. You just don’t know what that is yet. ❤️
Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Ya Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Yahoo! So happy with this little mudroom makeover that will make our space so much more functional but also beautiful. This fun DIY room divider hides our water heater perfectly and adds the perfect punch of personality. Little spaces like these are great for trying something new like painting a ceiling or adding pattern. Have fun with your small spaces!
Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progre Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progress on this DIY arch room divider this weekend. (You can see all of the mudroom progress under the mudroom story highlight on my profile.) Now I just need to add on the legs and use this baby to hide the water heater!
It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored this beautiful wood and wicker mid century cabinet from Facebook Marketplace and I’m in love! We knew this little nook (that used to be a closet) was going to be a hard fit. We wanted a piece of furniture that would not only look nice but provide some much needed storage for our kids craft projects and my extra decor pieces. This just so happened to fit perfectly in this space. I’m obsessed with it’s woven features, original brass handles, and mirrored back. Eek!! 

Also, swipe to see the beautiful artwork by @nabeelarumi. I finally found the perfect spot for her piece. The colors are absolutely stunning and the message is even more beautiful.
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DIY, Home Decor, Uncategorized · April 1, 2019

DIY Wrapping Paper Storage

I have joined up with some really great ladies for this DIY Project Challenge. If you’re looking for some amazing DIY inspiration, then get ready! You’re about to see a whole set of wonderful ideas from some inspiring bloggers. This month’s parameters were to DIY an organizing solution for under $50. For my project, I chose to give the details on this DIY wrapping paper storage cart. (The rest of the projects are listed at the end of this post. Please go check out each and every one because they are so great!)

Do you have a small laundry room with that awkward extra 6 inches next to your washer and dryer where dust looms and socks fall to their death? We did too! But don’t fret! That space does NOT need to be useless. If you’re like me and live in a smaller home where you have to utilize every last inch, this is for you. Build this DIY wrapping paper storage cart and give that sock sucker some form and function!

When we did our laundry room makeover, I knew that we needed to cover this space up and utilize in the best way possible. I didn’t have a great solution for wrapping paper storage. It can be so awkward! This seemed like the perfect place.

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What You’ll Need

*All measurements should work with a standard top loading washer. Please measure your space before you cut to make sure these specifications will work for you.

  • An 8 foot piece of 5 1/2″w x 3/4″ thick wood
  • A 6 foot piece of 1 1/2″ w x 3/4″ thick wood
  • 8 screws
  • Drill or screwdriver
  • Handle of your choice (we used this)
  • Paint of your choice
  • Kreg jig (helpful but not necessary)
  • 4 1 1/2″ casters

The first thing you’ll want to do is cut your wood. To make the process even easier, you can always have your local hardware store cut your wood for you. For the 5 1/2″ wide x 3/4″ thick piece, you’ll want to cut a 29″, a 34″, and a 31 1/4″ piece. For the 1 1/2″ wide x 3/4″ thick piece, you will cut two 31″ long pieces.

Once you have your wood cut, you will want to make the appropriate Kreg jig pocket holes. If you are going to be into a lot of DIY projects, this is one tool I highly recommend. It allows you to screw pieces together in a much more seamless way. Make 1 pocket hole on each end of the 1 1/2″ wide pieces. These will serve as your side supports. You will also make two pocket holes on your back piece and two on your bottom piece. You can reference the plan below for a visual. The orange arrows represent the locations of the pocket holes.

Wrapping Paper Storage Cart Plans for Laundry room


You’ll notice above that the back piece is shorter than the front. I did this because we have the shelf above it with brackets. Having the lower back piece allows for clearance of the brackets.

Once your pocket holes are all drilled, you can start to put the pieces together. I would suggest attaching the bottom to the back piece first. The back piece does sit on top of the bottom. Then attach the bottom to the front piece. Notice that you will put a 1 1/8″ overhang on the front piece below the bottom piece. This will allow for the piece to go all the way to the ground so when the cart is pushed in, it will look built in. You won’t be able to see the casters and it should blend in nicely with the front of your washer.

Once the front and the back are secure, you will add the side supports. This is much easier to do with someone to help you. Attach your casters about 2 to 3 inches from each end of the bottom piece and you are in business. Paint in your desired color. We chose white since it would blend in with our existing washer and dryer. When it’s pushed back, the eyes almost don’t even notice it, which I like.

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Drill a hole about 4 1/4″ down and 2 3/4″ in on the front piece for your desired hardware. We chose to do this simple brass knob but any hardware should work. This is a great way to personalize it and make it custom to your space.

And there you have it. A great way to utilize those extra inches in your laundry room while also providing something nice to look at. And here’s the kicker! The whole thing cost us only about $25 to make! You can’t find organizers for that price that will look this good. I promise you. If you make this, please send me pictures or tag me on Instagram @rufusandhenrietta.

Don’t forget to pin this project for later. I promise you will not regret it!

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Now go check out all of these other amazing organization solutions that were all less than $50! I promise they will not disappoint!

Emory Farm
Easy DIY Corner Cabinet Organizer

Joyful Derivatives
DIY Blanket Ladder

Kippi at Home
$50 Office Window Treatment Makeover

Sand Dollar Lane
DIY boot tray

Never Skip Brunch
Sunglass Holder — Easy DIY Wall Display

1905 Farmhouse
DIY Jewelry Wall Organizer

Southern Yankee DIY
$50 Coat Closet Makeover

Rocky Canyon Rustic
DIY Bathroom Organization

The DIY Nuts
DIY Midcentury Modern Dresser Makeover

Handmade with Ashley
DIY Dust Collection Cart

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In: DIY, Home Decor, Uncategorized · Tagged: diy, laundry room, Organization, storage, wrapping paper storage

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Comments

  1. Erin from The DIY Nuts says

    April 1, 2019 at 7:58 am

    This may be one of the SMARTEST DIY projects ever! I know I have random wrapping paper rolls everywhere that don’t really have a great home! I LOVE this and was so happy to be part of this challenge with you!

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      April 1, 2019 at 4:36 pm

      It is one of the greatest uses of space.

      Reply
  2. Leen Curinga says

    April 1, 2019 at 8:37 am

    I love this great project! I really need to make one, my wrapping paper doesn’t have a home so it’s always in the way! Your tutorial looks easy to follow so I definitely will be using it, thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      April 1, 2019 at 4:37 pm

      Aw thank you! I hope you do! It was incredibly easy and makes such a big difference. I love that they’re easily accessible but are still nicely tucked away out of sight.

      Reply
  3. Emory Farm says

    April 1, 2019 at 9:23 am

    This is going to be my next project! These drive my husband crazy! He’ll be so proud.
    Thanks for being part of this challenge! It was great collaborating with you talented ladies!!

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      April 1, 2019 at 4:37 pm

      It has been so fun! And do it! You will be so happy that you did!

      Reply
  4. Lia says

    April 1, 2019 at 3:54 pm

    What a great storage solution! I never know what to do with all my random wrapping paper rolls!

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      April 1, 2019 at 4:38 pm

      It is a definite lifesaver!

      Reply
  5. SarahRCR says

    April 1, 2019 at 7:21 pm

    Very cool idea! Also, I LOVE your wallpaper!

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      April 1, 2019 at 9:06 pm

      Thank you! It’s actually a stencil. It’s my cheap way of making it look like wallpaper. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Kippi says

    April 2, 2019 at 9:58 am

    I just pinned this project. Great use of space and it stores those tall rolls so perfectly.
    Happy spring,
    Kippi #kippiathome

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      April 2, 2019 at 12:00 pm

      It really is a lifesaver!

      Reply
  7. Rachel says

    April 3, 2019 at 10:49 am

    This is such a great use of space! Wrapping paper is awkward to store – but your design is super functional! Love it. 🙂

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      April 3, 2019 at 2:03 pm

      Thanks lady! I am so thankful I don’t have to try to grab socks from behind the washer now too.

      Reply
  8. Nickesha says

    May 3, 2019 at 6:27 am

    I have a couple of awkward spaces that I can definitely use this DIY for. I may or may not be a wrapping paper hoarder 😀 so I’m saving this to try.

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      May 4, 2019 at 11:14 am

      Oh I’m so glad! If you do, make sure to send me your pictures!

      Reply
  9. Scarves & Wraps says

    September 24, 2019 at 1:05 am

    Thank you for sharing your info. I truly appreciate your efforts
    and I am waiting for your next post thank you once again.

    Reply
    • rufusandhenrietta says

      September 27, 2019 at 9:48 am

      Aw thank you! We are in the process of moving and I will be revamping the blog then. I appreciate your patience with me!

      Reply
  10. post says

    January 4, 2021 at 6:27 pm

    Great post.

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Have you been through a remodel? How did it go for you?
Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my Good morning! Thanks everyone for your love on my e-book/e-magazine yesterday! You can check out yesterday’s post for info on how to receive yours! 

In other news, this Thursday is going to be my first Mood Board by Moonlight. Head to my stories to find out more and to vote on the design space and inspiration. 

This mood board was one I had done a while back and is inspired by the second picture. This gives you an idea of how Mood Boards by Moonlight will work. 

So head to stories and let me know what you’d like to see. Keep in mind that I love a challenge!
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To request your free copy, click the Unique Home e-book link in my profile or visit https//rufusandhenrietta.com/unique-home.
We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and We are closing on our home refinance on Monday and we met with a contractor regarding a remodel (mainly on the kitchen) yesterday. So many exciting things happening! For now, I thought I’d share my very quick and last minute schematic I threw together yesterday to show the contractor. 

If you remember, the view as you walk into our upper level from the stairs is a wall of closets right now with a galley kitchen behind. This schematic shows you how that would open up and this would be your first view complete with a broom closet,  fridge and built-in pantry on the left, a statement backsplash and a waterfall-edged peninsula on the right. I seriously cannot wait!!! Also, we’re going to be keeping the original globe light fixtures and making them a highlight in the kitchen. 

It will be fun to see how this concept in my mind evolves and comes to life as the project continues. 

Have you ever taken on a full kitchen remodel? Any tips on how to get by without a kitchen during the reno process? Let me know all of the tips and coping mechanisms. 😉
Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I h Happy Thursday! Boy, are there a lot of things I haven’t really filled you in on because I didn’t know how they would work out. But let’s just say we’re meeting with a contractor today. More on that soon. 

In other news, did you catch my stories recently? I talk about a new fun idea I have called #moodboardbymoonlight and I’m very excited about it! I’d love for you to go check that out and then you can start leaving your suggestions here or messaging me. Thanks for everything!
Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pin Today is #shadesofdiy reveal day for the color pink. I am beyond grateful of these ladies for choosing me as their guest participant. 

@baker.blooms 
@homemadehuppy 
@curatedbyconstance 
@hautehouselove 

These little $1.50 travertine tiles turned coasters quickly became one of my favorite DIYs. Originally I had a big wallpaper reveal planned for you all but alas, life got in the way. 

But honestly, this project meant more to me than just a little DIY. This whole thing has served up a big life lesson for me (something I have been deeply struggling with for a while now). 

You see, I’ve been battling with self doubt, with worrying I’m not doing enough or “big” enough things, for that wow factor (like a wallpaper reveal). But, these little coasters allowed me to remember the joy I have in all of this and reminded me that perfection is not my goal. My goal is to show others that good-feeling design can be approachable, affordable, and attainable. And this little project is just that. 

I have been so caught up in my own head, dragging myself backwards, allowing those deprecating words like “failure” and “unworthy” to sink in. 

But these little coasters took me back to when all I could do was take a blurry photo, all I could do were minimal cheap projects, and I was so proud. It’s good to feel that pride again. 

So thank you, ladies, for allowing me to participate in this. I’m not sure you’ll ever realize how a little pink project helped save my mental state. 

Thank you, coasters, for reminding me of the reason I love design and DIY.

And thank you past self for relishing in the little things, present self for just allowing creativity to flow through this project, and future self for taking these lessons and blossoming them into something great. God has something big planned for you. You just don’t know what that is yet. ❤️
Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Ya Another “room” makeover down in the books!! Yahoo! So happy with this little mudroom makeover that will make our space so much more functional but also beautiful. This fun DIY room divider hides our water heater perfectly and adds the perfect punch of personality. Little spaces like these are great for trying something new like painting a ceiling or adding pattern. Have fun with your small spaces!
Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progre Welp. Me and this staple gun made some fine progress on this DIY arch room divider this weekend. (You can see all of the mudroom progress under the mudroom story highlight on my profile.) Now I just need to add on the legs and use this baby to hide the water heater!
It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored It’s a late post kind of day. I recently scored this beautiful wood and wicker mid century cabinet from Facebook Marketplace and I’m in love! We knew this little nook (that used to be a closet) was going to be a hard fit. We wanted a piece of furniture that would not only look nice but provide some much needed storage for our kids craft projects and my extra decor pieces. This just so happened to fit perfectly in this space. I’m obsessed with it’s woven features, original brass handles, and mirrored back. Eek!! 

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