DIYig A Mudroom Wall Alongside Hanging Storage & Shoe Storage

When Jen and Erik sent their toddler-friendly entryway makeover our way we had to share their genius transformation. Here is their letter:

I simply hoped to let you folks know how much we enjoy your site. It is funny because in a lot of ways you remind us of ourselves. People think we are nuts doing all we do around the house. We thought once we had a baby we’d be done- but nope, our son simply inspires us more, as is the case with our new mudroom. The space was once green, which was not bad but looked crazy with all the colorful art we were trying to bring in. So we chose to lighten it up with Glidden’s Quiet Light. The saying above the door was inspired by our two year-old again (he says “have a good day!” to anyone leaving the house). Simply seeing it makes us smile! Then there is the case of the lockers I enjoyed from Pottery Barn and begged Erik to make for us because I did not want to spend all that money. Boy, did he- and for a steal too – $250 total. The bench on the lockers doubles as a pet bed and a place to sit down when taking off shoes. The rug is from Flor.com. It was our one splurge at about $150, but the tiles come up and can be washed in the sink if there are spills. We used magnetic primer above the desk, covered with 2 coats of chalkboard paint to create the magnetic chalkboard to display Jack’s art. The bench cushion was made for $30 with fabric from JoAnn Fabrics and two coupons for 40% off from each of our parents’ Sunday papers. The canvas is recycled from the basement. I helped our son Jack paint it with tempra paint using his feet, the palms of his hands and even his nose at one point! The blinds are el cheapo Target blinds. We paid $41 for the pair and then hot glued fringe on them make them look more custom. Lastly lighting is a recycled pendant light with a $15 Walmart shade. Our son, Jack seems to truly enjoy the room and so do we. Keep up the strong job on the site! -Jen and Erik

Here is the room before its two-year-old-inspired makeover:

And here is the I-cannot-believe-that is-the-same-space after:

Is not that a stunning little entryway makeover? We enjoy how Jen and Erik were so inspired by little Jack (the quote above the door is so sweet, and we enjoy the personal meaning behind it). What do you folks think? Is not this a strong use for an old hallway that needs to step it up in the function department? And the fact that they made those lockers is beyond remarkable. Thanks so much for sending your fab before and afters our way Jen and Erik! And be sure to give your little guy a high five for his excellent art work.

Psst- Do not forget to check out Jen and Erik’s brand new journal right here for more remarkable eye candy…