I specifically chose a black mat for the top because it's also easy to find black pulls to replace the stars and flowers that are too nursery-ish. If you know me, I don't like anything fancy or grand, the simpler it is, the more I like it. And so, I bought these from Ace Hardware:
When I was about to work on it, I realized they weren't black. Other people probably wouldn't mind, but this time, the OC in me was stronger than the lazy in me.
The color wasn't the only problem that came up, the screws that came with the pulls I bought were too short for the drawer's thickness. I then tried the original screws it came with, but they were too long. It would look like this in front:
And like this inside:
I wanted to find the perfect sized screw for it so I immediately stepped out to go to our local hardware, only to find out that they do not sell screws which aren't part of a set. Meaning, I would probably have to buy new sets of drawer pulls, which was not okay because I don't want to spend any more money, okay? :))
Fortunately, we have a screw store in our subdivision and the staff were helpful enough to find me the right size.
When I got home, I proceeded to spray painting the knobs. I was experimenting and contemplating if I should use the color I opted for the new/old tray but as usual, the neutral (boring) color wins for me.
I didn't realize that I had matte spray paint until I used it on these and I like how it turned out!
Screwing them onto the drawers one by one was fulfilling. I was so happy that I'm finally about to finish this project.
And then, the lovely transformation:
I'm happy that I was also able to purchase a coat rack from Tagaytay. My boyfriend and I drove there for our anniversary brunch and we passed by these specialty stores selling wood furniture. Most of the coat racks were exotic looking (sorry I don't know how to describe them, but I mean the branches where you hang the bags look like actual tree branches and I didn't like that). Glad to have found this simple one with no elaborate native/nature inspired design, just raw wood. It originally costs P800 but I haggled it down to P500 since I chose one without varnish. I think it's such a good buy.
I use it to hang my most frequently used bags so it's not hung by the window anymore as seen in the photo below.
And with the additional wall decor I made, this side of the room has now been transformed.
It was a long journey, but a fulfilling one.
I am so happy with the end result. As of writing, I'm in need of more storage space for my growing collection of craft supplies, mason jars, wooden plates, and bins, and I will definitely update here if I'm able to think of a storage solution for those.
Right now, I'm happy with how this space has transformed and how it fits me. I like that those I spent for were really worth the money. At my age now, I consider spending a relatively big amount if I would be able to use it someday in my future home/family, and the chest drawer and coat rack are things I would love to use over the years, and even in the next season of my life.
I was also able to save a lot by recycling and opting for cheaper alternatives which work just the same with pricier ones. There are always ways to save and what's important is you plan out and gather all your options first, and maybe look inside your home first, before spending on anything. Most of my items are either gifted to me, re-purposed, or bought at a bargain and that's what makes the whole process a hundred times more fulfilling. Can't wait to get my hands on the next project!
No comments:
Post a Comment