Notes from the Tidy Desk

How to maximize space in your under eaves closet 
spacemaking, finding flow Erica Ostermann spacemaking, finding flow Erica Ostermann

How to maximize space in your under eaves closet 

Tricky spaces call for tidy transformations. So often in closets the best thing to do for more space is to go up, but with this under eaves closet, we did the opposite! We moved our clothing rod down, opening up the closet to become a true walk-in closet. Then we added drawers in the middle and cubbies at the end for even more additional storage.

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Goldilocks and the jewelry box
finding flow, spacemaking Erica Ostermann finding flow, spacemaking Erica Ostermann

Goldilocks and the jewelry box

I have been wearing the same few pairs of earrings on rotation for a couple of years. But here is the thing…this lovely jewelry box that was so good at holding my jewelry, and keeping it safe from little exploring hands, it isn’t so wonderful at displaying my jewelry. I recognize this moment for what it is–I am in a bit of a life transition and I need my space to grow with me.

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