It is the final touches to any decorating project that I look forward to.  For my new office it is about the little touches like picture frames, lamps, baskets, plants and knick knacks, etc.  Thrift stores hold many treasures that can serve a purpose for any space in our homes.  Keep a mental note, or if you are like me put it on paper, a wish list of sorts.  Knowing your measurements and colors will help you make good decisions.  Then be patient, it may take a few weeks of looking before you find what you are looking for. Keep your mind open and be creative.  Many times some of the best finds are the ones you weren’t looking for.

Last week I recovered an old office chair for my new office.  This week is all about new frames for my new office.  It is easy to find inexpensive frames, but my goal was to personalize ones that I already have.  No more boring frames, I want something that says ME!  My office space would not be complete without my cherished photos of family and friends.  Yes I have pictures, my treasures, everywhere in our home, but in my office I can “girl” it up.

Last week I painted my accent wall and put up a shelving unit over my desk.  Today it is all about my “new” office chair, thanks to the generosity of Carol and her husband.  The chair found a new home with me and while it was perfect in every way, it didn’t suit my color theme—easily fixed.

Last week I began sharing with you the progress on my new home office.  Honestly, when I began this “little” project I never anticipated it taking on a life all its own.  Remember, I have the desktop in with the two credenzas at either end.  I have room for a small television at one end and my stereo at the other end.  OK, I have a twelve foot workspace and I am quickly running out of space?!  I will get to that later.

A couple of years ago my youngest son decided to move…into our basement.   As a college student he felt he needed his own space.  And the basement was just the place for his “man cave”.  I was fine with that!  I was quick to call dibs on his old bedroom for MY own space.  Yes, I lost my son to the basement, but gained an office.