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pantry planning



April 7, 2015

We have one very ugly spot in our house. When we rebuilt this portion of our house two years ago Billy and I disagreed on what we should do with the space. I wanted a pantry, and he wanted to keep it open and filled with airy, natural light. I let him have his way, knowing come around to the pantry idea soon enough, and my friends, that day has come!
The space is just under 3’x4′ and will fit a small, walk-in, L-shaped pantry perfectly. Of course, it will be white and filled with glass jars brimming with flour, rice and sugar and will always be clean and organized (ha!).

The dream:

The Space: (you were warned, I said it was ugly)

We built the half wall
for safety’s sake when my brother + little kids stayed with us (which
doubles the ugliness). You can see in my amateur sketch the location and depth
of the shelves. The space will be tight, but 100% effective. Oh and it will be
pretty.
Here’s what we have
planned
  • Move the current light
    fixture
  • Frame the walls
  • Add in electrical outlets
  • Put up drywall (mud,
    tape, and sand it)
  • Install door (we found this narrow door at
    a local salvage store and are smitten)
  • Install beadboard
  • Calk and paint
  • Install shelves
  • Load with food and bask
    in its glory!

 

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  1. aimeecartier says

    May 1, 2015 at 9:47 pm

    Glad you got your way! 😉 Your pantry will look fantastic! We've been slowly seeking away at all the spaces in our house that collect items as well. My husband is a carpenter, so fortunately when I have a demand he's the one that makes it look pretty! I've got the majority of them dialed…. except for the EVER PRESENT, EVER VISIBLE kitchen counter, which you can see through our living room right when you walk in the door. It's UGLY and crowded! Sheesh! Someday maybe it won't be that way. (Fingers crossed.) Good luck on your space!

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  2. Holy Craft says

    May 1, 2015 at 9:50 pm

    It will be fabulous! Can't wait to see it come together.

    Reply

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