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❤️ This Nook Was a Problem

Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read

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Hi Reader!

We’re used to dealing with some pretty frustrating situations in our rental homes.

Ugly carpeting. Bad wall colors. Dated tile. You name it, we’ve had it!

Our current home has another nuisance feature: a nook.

An awkward, horribly-placed, practically-useless nook.

I was determined to make this spot look and function just right for this room, so we ultimately decided to add some floating shelves.

And whoa...this awkward spot immediately went from exasperating headache to shining focal point!

Sneak Peek

Next week is "Coffee Break" Sunday, and I'll be pulling back the curtain on my "side job" as part of a professional organizing team. If you've always wondered what organizers see, do, and think...you won't want to miss it!

Behind the Scenes

Speaking of our dining hutch, after all these years (6!), I'm finally ready to swap the blue paper backing to a more neutral option.

This poplin peel-and-stick wallpaper has held up so well, I was so excited to find it in a different color!

Stay tuned to see why and where this hutch ends up!

See you next week!

~Megan
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The Homes I Have Made

by Megan Duesterhaus

Military Spouse | Perpetual Renter - Sharing easy, affordable, & practical home decor & organization solutions to help you transform ANY space into a place you love! ❤️

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