The Playroom: New Picture Ledge & Artwork

September 25, 2012 — 2 Comments

Artwork for the Playroom, sitting on Ribba Picture Ledge from Ikea, $14.99

The playroom is still a mess but I did manage to install 2 picture ledges from Ikea. Then I was able to put up a lot of the artwork that had been sitting around for longer than I would care to admit. I also picked up a couple of new white frames at Target. I was getting pretty frustrated finding white frames. I had bought some from Michael’s before but they don’t seem to sell plain white frames anymore.  Plus the 2 prints that I had from Petit Collage were already matted so I needed an 11×14 frame so Ikea was out. Finally I went back to look at Target again and they had just what I needed. Oh how I love you Target!

Below these ledges I am going to hang hooks for all of the kids dress up clothes (which are quite substantial and well used). I think I have settled on these Multiplayer Wall Hooks from Land of Nod. I was hoping to find something a little cheaper, but I did a quick search and didn’t come up with much (even if I painted them). The added bonus is that they aren’t pointy, so it should minimize injury (at least I can hope). It won’t be as nice as Chloe’s DIY costume closet (which I adore), but I think it will be well used.

What you can’t see is my old college shelf below stacked high with kids artwork. I have been meaning to photograph these for about a year. Now I really need to get on that! Then I can just keep a few and move the shelf out of the way.

I hope everyone is having a good week! We are having some beautiful fall weather. So nice and crisp!

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2 responses to The Playroom: New Picture Ledge & Artwork

  1. Looking good! I’ve had my Ikea picture ledges leaning against the wall, waiting to be hung up, for a good 3 weeks now. You’re inspiring me to get on that! Love your house, btw!

    • Hi Gretchen (and welcome)!

      My picture ledges were sitting on the chair in the playroom for almost a month before I hung them! I also have a second Expedit that needs to be put together and installed on top of the one I have already put in. Currently the kids are using the box as a long play table. At least they don’t mind the clutter!

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