Friday, May 15, 2009

Behind Closed Doors...

I had visited a friend awhile back who gave me a tour of her home (regrettably I didn't have a camera!) One of the things that impressed me was when she showed me the inside of her closet...on the top shelf she had a collection of old hat boxes she used for storage and were pleasingly arranged with old dolls propped up, vintage gloves draping off, etc. What struck me was that this was her personal closet--no one but her really ever sees it. I felt affirmed in a way, because there are some areas in my home that no one really sees, but I like to have things arranged in a pleasing manner that makes me smile.
But here, in this guest room closet I arranged it to be a pleasant suprise to whomever opens the door...

Up on the top are boxes for storage and a few stuffed animals that I can't bear to part with, but don't particularly fit any where else in my home. Most of my collection of tea towels and linens live up there. In that box on the top shelf where there is a hankie sticking out was done on purpose..to remind me what sort of linens would be in there. I thought it to be cuter than just a label! ;-)



Then on the second shelf is an arrangement of pretty things, plus a little room for a guest to put her make-up case there...and then on the third shelf is extra sheets, extra water (with fun labels replacing the regular water labels), and more room for anything a guest might want to store there whilst they're staying...
I'll be 'summerizing' the family room soon, so I will be pulling out the glass containers of shells and sea glass to display there...

For the most part, I'm really the only one who opens this closet on a regular basis...to retrieve linens or tablecloths, and everytime I look inside I smile..it's just FUN for me to make even hidden away areas pretty!





15 comments:

  1. Oh my, how beautiful! Much too pretty for behind closed doors. I am sure opening those doors makes your heart sing. Love all the pretties.

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  2. Oh Myrna...this room is so beautiful to me!!!! And now....even the closet is beautiful! I love the feel of the room ~ a relaxing place that no matter where you eyes may fall there is something beautiful ~ have a wonderful weekend sweet friend, xxoo, Dawn

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  3. That is really special! I've never thought of doing this, but it sure would provide a smile. Sally

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  4. Oh wow! It is beautiful! I think it's time to clean out my linen closet *blush* I'd love to do something like what you did!
    Blessings,
    Sandra

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  5. That is such a great idea. Your closet looks so pretty and I will love it when I come to visit...someday!

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  6. LOVE that idea......I'm in the midst of reorganizing some of my closets so this tip comes just in time! Great idea! Love, Toni

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  7. This is just a wonderful idea! How nice to have such prettiness when you open the closet door...

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  8. This is just a wonderful idea! How nice to have such prettiness when you open the closet door...

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  9. you are an inspiration! actually, can I just come and stay at your house? :) I must admit that, while being a pack rat has come in handy for art, my tendency to clutter doesn't have any redeeming value!
    Lovely blog

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  10. I love your blog! welcome to my blog list new friend...I will be back often

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  11. Oh my gosh, Myrna! I love the way this looks!! You did a very nice job.

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  12. What a great idea, one I have never thought of, gee I have enough trouble keeping the places people do see pretty and appealing, you guests much feel very special! Sue

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  13. Ooooooooo!!!! I too love things pretty, even behind closed doors, for me.....it's a sweet treat for the eyes if only for a moment :)
    Hope your good!!
    All your pics are simply Beautiful!
    xo Tiff

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  14. How pretty! I love the mirror in the closet...I'll bet it will scare who ever opens the closet door when they see their image looking back!lol I would love to arrange my closets like this but then I wouldn't have any place to store my junk!!lol
    Sherry

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