Shelf Expression 70 Projects & Ideas for Creative Storage & Display

For sensible storage and stylish elegance, these terrific projects can't be beat. Whether you want to transform an everyday object into an unconventional display space, embellish and install store-bought varieties in imaginative ways, or build something handsome from scratch, here's how to do it in no time. Banish clutter with flair! Make your shelving beautiful and chic as well as a practical place to keep your belongings organized and out of the way. Get sensible storage and stylish good looks in any room without spending a lot of time or money. Chances are you could use more ways to hold things -- from dishware to collectibles. But that doesn't mean every wall should be filled with rows of ordinary cabinets and bookcases. These clever, simple ideas and projects will help solve storage problems in many sensational, attractive ways. Transforming unexpected objects into display space is simple once you know a little bit about hardware. It's also easy to customize readymade materials and install them like a pro. With these basics covered, it's time to get to work on a project. Start with an everyday object; it could be something you already have in your home, such as a toolbox or a skateboard. Look at it with new eyes and soon it will become an attractive storage unit. Stack a collection of rustic benches and stools, for example, to display decorative accessories. Bolt a few metal paint buckets together, hang them up sideways, and fill them with towels. All it takes is a little imagination.Le Van, Marthe is the author of 'Shelf Expression 70 Projects & Ideas for Creative Storage & Display', published 2004 under ISBN 9781579904661 and ISBN 1579904661.