Monday, May 16, 2011

Making Good Even Better

How was your weekend?  Mine was busy with lots of excitement which I will share with you tomorrow.  Did anyone else have issues with Blogger last week?  I had a scheduled post for Friday which, after Blogger fixed whatever they were fixing, was lost forever.  So here is that post...recreated.

Remember my mudroom renovation?
Just as a reminder this is where it began:
After removing wallpaper, painting and adding a board and batten treatment the room was complete.  You can click here to read all about it.
I had these benches in my downstairs, and since the size and fabric worked, I used them in the mudroom.
I was in my favorite store, Home Goods, when I came across these benches last week.  They caught my eye because they were the right size, had a tufted top, beautiful fabric...

 and nailhead trim.  But that wouldn't be enough for me to change out the benches.  What really sealed the deal was...
...they are storage ottomans.  
The mudroom is not huge, so any opportunity for extra storage needs to be seized.  At $50 each I just couldn't leave them.  They had to come home with me.  
2 kids plus all their stuff + 2 storage ottomans = the perfect mudroom benches.

Don't you love when you find something so perfect when you didn't even set out to find it?  I love my new ottomans.  What do you think?

-Judy

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28 comments:

  1. MariaelenaMay 16, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    I Love them too....I've been looking for the same type of storage for the girls shoes in the entry...problem is, my entry is very small so need a very shallow ottoman...they look lovely...beautiful storage!!!
    xo, Mariaelena

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  2. AnonymousMay 16, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Love them!! I also love that rug and have been eyeing it for ages!! Your mudroom area looks wonderful given the whole transformation and the addition of the new ottomans. I love when you find that perfect something even when you arent looking for it...I especially love when it comes at a good price!! :)

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  3. Bonnie@Creative DecoratingMay 16, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I love these in the room so much more! Great idea and perfect storage. Space is a premium so these worked out great. Love the color and pattern with the rug.

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 16, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    I love them, Judy! I may have to make a trip to Home Goods {haven't been in a month or so}. I can't believe they were $50.00. I usually expect to see a minimum $79.-$89.00 on something like this from them.

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  5. Debbie--http://refreshrestyle.com/May 16, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Your mudroom looks great! I love the fabric on the benches, the rug and the walls are gorgeous!
    Debbie

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  6. D and G StoriesMay 16, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Love the ottomans and the board and batten! Very pretty :)

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  7. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMay 16, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Oh Judy I love them too and there perfect in your mudroom! Love the fact they give you extra storage also! Have a great week, Martina

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  8. KimberlyMay 16, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    great job, Judy!

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  9. UnknownMay 16, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Judy, love the new stools... always can use more storage... have a great week.

    Pattie

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  10. CherylMay 16, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    They look great!! I love storage!!! :)
    ~cheryl

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  11. At The Picket FenceMay 16, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Those are just beautiful Judy! That fabric could not work more perfectly in there. I use 2 storage benches placed back to back as a "coffee table" in our family room and love having the extra space for games and stuff. Now, if only Home Goods would come a bit closer to me! :-)
    Vanessa

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  12. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 16, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    They are wonderful and the storage is such an extra bonus. Great fabric and color also. Love them. Hugs, Marty

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  13. KelseyMay 16, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    I love it! I really wish I had an entryway like this in my house, because I would love to do something like this!

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  14. Susan AndersonMay 16, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Just what is needed in a mudroom. Great storage AND great looks, too!

    =)

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  15. Kathy@DandelionsandDustBunniesMay 16, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    They look great. Love the added storage they provide. Great find.

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  16. UnknownMay 16, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    That HomeGoods is just....great.:) But those snow gloves have got to go!!!! lol Replace those with flip flops and swim suits for the summer!! (Just having fun)

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  17. Ashley@ DesignBuildLove.coMay 16, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    LOVE the new benches!

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  18. ShannaMay 16, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Love them! And I cannot get over the "before" pix. Whoa wallpaper. Nice work (on the new finds and the room!)

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  19. HeatherMay 16, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    I adore Home Goods! Your ottomans/benches look great!

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  20. At The Picket FenceMay 16, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Oh I love those! The extra storage is definitely worth purchasing them..besides their cuteness! Just so you don't feel singled out Blogger went down for EVERYONE and I mean everyone. It was a fiasco for two days. Hey, when you get a chance check your email for one from us. :) Have a beautiful week sweet Judy!

    Heather

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  21. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️May 16, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    I love Home Goods. They seem to have so many great things. The storage ottomans work perfectly in your mudroom.

    Dee

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  22. AnnaMay 17, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    They are awesome! I have a storage ottoman in my entryway. I'm getting ready to re-cover it and seeing yours gave me the idea to add some nailhead trim. Thanks!

    Thanks for linking up to Weekend Warrior!

    Anna
    www.askannamoseley.com

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  23. a' la modeMay 17, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    I see someone else has a love of HomeGoods just like I do! My mom bought an x bench in the same fabric from there last week for extra storage under her sofa table, LOVE THEM- great find my friend! Thanks for stopping by my blog, I am your newest follower too! xoxo shelli from a' la mode

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  24. Be Colorful CoastalMay 22, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Such cleverness and I love the addition of wainscoting. Such a great up do.
    Thanks for sharing on Motivated Monday at BeColorful.
    Pam

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  25. UnknownMay 23, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Your new ottomans are awesome! Love the flexibility of storage and seating to take off your shoes in the mudroom! Thanks so much for sharing with the Pink Hippo Party!

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  26. JamieOctober 5, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    The benches are so great! Perfect place to stash the hats and gloves!
    ~JamieS

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  27. Dusty CoyoteOctober 5, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Love the benches and they look so nice with the rug too.

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  28. elizabeth@themustardceilingOctober 6, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Your mudroom is so pretty. I cannot believe the transformation. I love the beadboard paneling and the benches you found at HomeGoods are perfect! Everyday I wish I had a Home Goods close by...sigh.

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