Command Central Gallery Wall
Last week, in an attempt to clear out the loft for its transformation into a craft room, (read about it here) I found the inspiration I needed to complete a mini-makeover on another area of our house. I love when that happens! The area I refer to is actually the staircase wall where Hubs and I set up a little “Command Central” when we moved in several months ago. We needed somewhere to plunk down the laptop, mail, keys, etc, and this wall; with its close proximity to the kitchen; seemed like a perfect spot. We found a great little desk that fit the space, bought it, and moved it in. It has been serving its purpose just fine, but, as you can see in the before pictures, its not very nice to look at.
While unpacking boxes in the loft, I found all of the pictures I used for a collage over the bed in our previous house (you can read about that here) and that became the inspiration I needed to get “Command Central” prettied up a bit. You know how I like pretty.
So, with several hours of work, a couple of cans of spray paint, and a few nails, “Command Central” went from this:
To this:
As you can see, I only ended up using a couple of those pictures from the previous collage, along with some other random things that were not being utilized elsewhere. I had picked up this wall organizer at Target in the clearance section, but it was painted black, and I wanted it to be white….so out came the spray paint.
Then I painted a garage sale picture frame (Sorry, no before pictures!), and added a piece of masonite, cut to fit and painted with chalkboard paint.
Using tension rods, I hung a fabric skirt that I sewed to hide computer and phone cords from view. (More on the table skirt in a future post!)
Next, I pulled this garage sale shelf out of its original packaging and put it together.
Then I laid everything out on the floor, found an arrangement I liked, then transferred the items to the wall.
Next, for the finishing touches, I gathered up some accessories from my “hoarding closet” and sprinkled them about.
One more project complete! Now back to the craft room makeover…..
Until Next Time,
*This post was shared with the awesome sites listed on my “Linky Parties” tab at the top of my blog as well as with The Inspired Room’s Gallery Wall Party…. (head on over to see some great gallery ideas).
* Check out: http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2011/04/sunday-showcase-party-with-barn-owl.html?showComment=1302444720555#c3648165616543073713 for an awesome giveaway!
Hi Amy,
I am popping over from the Gallery Wall party. I love seeing your work. (Mine is #10.)
Fondly,
Glenda
Gg – Notes on the Journey
ps. Wow ~ what a beautiful use of a rather small space.
Great job Amy. Organized. Easy on the eye. Budget friendly. I like it!
Janie
Romantic Domestic
This looks great! I love how it uses a normally unused spot in a house for a perfect function! Looks beautiful too!
Nicely done!
Looks like a lovely corner to stop and organise yourselves. Do like that fan coral, that is beautiful
What a great use of space! Pretty AND practical – two of my favorite things.
I agree with Jenny, above, pretty and practical are THE BEST COMBO!! Love it!! Thanks for linking up to the party!!!
Hi- I’m visiting from the Gallery Wall party…Wow! It looks great! I’m not usually a skirted table kind of girl- but what a difference it makes! It all looks so cozy and very functional! Thanks for sharing!
Vanessa
Saying hi from wuw
Now that is an entrance! What a transformation, great first impression to the home x
What a super cute space! You did such a wonderful job!!
I’m visiting from Melissa’s Party, too–and I LOVE your space! It is so charming! I’m going to come back tomorrow and “go exploring” (follow your links.) Thanks for sharing. You’ve given me some ideas!
I love what you did withthis space! I wouldn’t cahnge a thing! Over from Catch a glimpse Party!
what a LOVELY transformation! you’ve done so much with such a small space – i love it.
visiting from the gallery party:
http://www.wonderwomanwannabe.com/2009/09/family-photo-wall-collage.html
Cheers!
~h
This looks great. I love the use of the space. Neat ideas with the storage too.
I just found your blog and am your newest follower. This wall display and desk skirt is AMAZING! You are one talented woman who has definitely got a creative flair that I envy! Thanks for creating such a fab blog full of inspiration.
This is so darling! This wall is screaming inspiration. I love all the different textures. I am your newest follower! Come on over and see what I do at fineandhandy.blogspot.com
Charming and functional too! Love the change. Great job & thanks for sharing the inspiration
LOVE it! functional and cute!
Love all the vintage touches. You did good! I’m here from Kim’s party and I’m your newest follower.
xoxo,
Kim
your space is just lovely!!
Absolutely love it! We have very similar tastes!
Kerri
mydecoratingaddiction.blogspot.com
Your new command central looks awesome. I’m very impressed. I love your blog. I am your latest follower. I would love for you to come and check out my blog and follow me back at http://www.diybydesign.blogspot.com. Thanks so much.
Coming over from the Gallery Party and Melissa’s tweet about you! I LOVE IT! I need to do this…although mine will need to be more childproof. That’s the challenge isn’t it? You can check me out at http://www.funkyfaithgirl.com
I’m following you now to see your room transformations….I’m also working on a craft “room”.
Leigh
It’s GORGEOUS!! Doesn’t that feel great to see how it comes together and now I am sure you wonder why you didn’t do it earlier. I have WAY to many projects like that, but you have inspired me to get it done.
This turned out fabulous, Amy! I love the charming, cottagey look to it! Great idea to add the skirt – those wires and things always take away from the look of room when they are exposed. Love the chalkboard and all the other gallery wall items. Great job!
Visiting from Frugalicious Friday.
It looks wonderful. What a great idea and I love all the accessories. Perfect. Hugs, Marty
Holy smokes! This is the most AMAZING space! I love contrast and texture of the black board and baskets. The softness of the skirt. Oh…swooon! I’d be thrilled to have you link this to my VIP party today! http://designergarden.blogspot.com/2011/04/vip-party-10.html
Thanks for linking this up Amy! I’m also a new follower =)
Love the space…it turned out great!! Love the chalkboard and the desk…very pretty!!
SO beautiful. You have such beautiful style.
Thanks for sharing,
Cha Cha
Wow!
I’m totally amazed Amy, love, love, love the look!
It is so good to see you’ve been doing some fun stuff since you moved, I’m glad I popped in here and you really inspire me to get going on some projects around here.
Keep it up Amy you’ve got a beautiful imagination and quite a talent for pulling things together.
Love you!
Suh-weet! You took a spot that normally would just be a traffic area and made it purdy!
I gotta get me one of those “hoarder’s closets”…
Very inspiring job!
I stopped by from Funky Junk’s Saturday Nite Special – have a blessed weekend!
Sara
http://www.TheOtherEndOfTheCandle.blogspot.com
Hi Amy! This turned out amazing!! I love you command central!
I love how you arranged everything and it looks like a wonderful spot to sit and blog. 
This is just the prettiest thing I have ever seen!
http://www.feathersinournest.com
I love your look! It really is fun and inspiring!! I’m your newest follower!
over from tatortotsandjello. that is so cute! i have almost the same spot in my home, who knew it could look so cute!
I love this! I have been suffering over how to handle the space along side my staircase and I think this will do the trick. Beautiful!
Fantastic, looks like something out of a magazine!
I love the transformation and am a new follower I just can’t wait to see what you do next!
Sherry
LOVE this!…glad I found your blog…I’m now following…come on over and visit me..and follow along…I think you will like it..Mariaelena
Looks cute! I love how you used the glass jars for storing those random office supplies
Going to start following along with this blog and see what other great inspiration I find!
Michelle @ FTSN
Charming and GREAT use of space!!
Wow! What a lovely transformation. Love what you’ve done with it! Well done.
wow…this turned out just fabulous….your after shot drew me in instantly & I’m so glad to have found ya!
off to explore more of your blog!
http://www.northerncottage.blogspot.com
this looks so great! i’m inspired!
Seriously awesome! So useful, creative, and pretty too! “Hoarding Closet”? I need one. My junk is strewn all over the house and I can never find it when I need it. One hoarding closet to keep it all together would be fab! Great job!
kim
http://www.kim-toomuchtimeonmyhands.blogspot.com
What a gorgeous command center! It’s not just functional, but it’s a calming space! LOVE IT!
I LOVE this! What a functional, beautiful space you’ve created! *Becca*
http://www.adventuresindecorating1.blogspot.com
It’s perfect! i love your area that you found for yourself – all the cute details to store your goodies & organize yourself. Just did a den makeover myself & see you’ve given me more inspiration and creative ideas to add to mine….love this! xoox, tracie
I love your space, so pretty!!! We just finished a wall as well..so much work.
Thanks for linking!
XO
Visiting from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia! Your link caught my eye for 1. because the space you created is gorgeous and 2. because I’m in the beginning phase of creating a similar space in our home… http://coolhomecreations.blogspot.com/2011/04/restoring-wood-finishes-desk.html
Any ideas for my space?
Thanks for sharing!
Visiting from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia!
Your link caught my eye for 1. because the space you created is gorgeous and 2. I’m in the beginning phase of creating a similar space…
http://coolhomecreations.blogspot.com/2011/04/restoring-wood-finishes-desk.html
Any ideas for me?
Thanks for sharing!
that nook looks awesome! i love how you have everything set up, and the desk skirt! i hopped over from uncommon slice.
Just jumped over from uncommon slice of suburbia. Wow what a great use of space… I love it. You have such an eye for detail.
I LOVE it!! So much beauty in a small, functional space. I’m your newest follower!
xo,
Laurie
What a great space you’ve created! I really like the desk and the skirt. The off center chalkboard is perfect! Great re-vamp! I love that you have a “hoarding closet” LOL I’m not alone!
Take care!
Michelle
wow what a great makeover! I think it has come together just nicely! Love it!
It looks so great! I love the skirt around the desk and the picture frame turned chalkboard. Your newest Follower…hope you can visit me sometime soon.
Love love love! So much inspiration here. Thanks for sharing your design project. Robyn
I’m featuring this tomorrow
XO
LOOKS great! Awesome use of a space that might have otherwise gone underutilized!
Amy this looks AMAZING! Martina
FAB rehab
xxx
z
Looks just great…so many wonderful ideas!
Thanks for sharing!!
Wow, this is just gorgeous, love the colours, the pictures, the spot, just a gorgeous job. Thanks for the inspiration, will get to work on my command station real soon
This is so pretty! I featured you today in a round-up of great command centers. http://www.imperfecthomemaking.com/2011/10/organizedhome-day-17-command-centers.html
Hi…
Thanks for this wonderful post.Admiring the time and effort you put into your blog and detailed information.
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I really like it, that corner looks so stylish now! Just recived a link to your blog, and I’m following :-))
Very pretty! I love that you showed the before picture… that’s how most of the house looks before it gets some love. Why be frustrated looking at a crappy space when you can be loving life with organization?!
Super cute, Amy! I love all those little items on your wall, and your desk organization looks adorable! Love a good organized command station.
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Thanks so much, Amanda! This was such a fun space to put together!
You are so incredibly talented. I can always pick out your posts when you link up because they speak to me. It is amazing what you did to easily transform this entire little space into a beautiful and function command center. Little touches like the jars of binder clips and the metal buckets in a basket are what make your work so special!
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Thank you so much, what a sweet thing to say! So glad you liked it – it was fun to put that wasted space to better use!
I’m including this in my features at tomorrow’s party. Thanks so much for sharing with us each week!
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Yay! Thank you so much, Jamie! I love your party – wouldn’t miss it!
Wonderful job! It looks really great!
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Thank you, Kristina!
Amy, I always love your posts – old and new. You have such beautiful style. So gorgeous!
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Thank you so much, Bre! You are too sweet!
Such a pretty space! Love the transformation!
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Thank you so much, Amy! I appreciate your sweet comments! This space was so much fun to work on!
You certainly made the most of that space and it looks wonderful! I love how it all came together. Thanx for sharing at THT!
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Thank you so much, Pamela! I tried to make the most of an otherwise unused space.
Thank you so much for visiting!