I loved the Chic for Cheap challenge that reader Lindsey gave to us this week. She has recently taken on a new job and wants to jazz up her workspace, but painting or drastic changes to the room are out of the question...that and she wants to spend no more than $50! This truly was a challenge and forced me to try to think outside the box a bit...especially when it came to bringing color into the room. Here my ideas are for a chic updated space...with only $27.00 out of pocket!
- Use pretty paper to line desk drawers and add some much needed color to your work area (keep paper in place with double sided tape) or use it to dress up the covers of plain plastic binders ~ Gift Wrap from Parkside Papers
- Flowers on your desk are an instant pick me up and you can change them as frequently as you'd like. Before you run out and buy some though, take a look around where you live and see if there are any blooms that are free for you to clip and enjoy. During the Fall, look for pretty leaves and in the winter; decorative branches, pine cones or fir branches ~ Floral inspiration by Something to See
- Download and print decorative labels to keep your files, books, and such organized. Visit the following links for some great free printable labels: Oval Labels (by me) | Rectangular Labels (by me) | Pretty Rectangular Labels from i-DiY (found via Yellow Goat)
- It's important to surround yourself with things that make you happy. I have these pencils on my desk and they never fail to bring a smile to my face. You might find some other little affordable detail that means something to you. ~ pencils by Simplesong
- A vintage milk glass container can serve as both a pencil cup and a vase. Smaller vintage containers could be used to organize paperclips, pushpins and such. ~ vintage milk glass from Adventures in White.
- Keep your files in order with this great vintage wire basket ~ from 26 Olive Street
I hope this has given you some ideas for your space Lindsey. And if you want to see a fabulous office makeover for $0...visit Suzanne's lovely blog! xox Ez