I recently announced my participation in Pinterest’s Creator Fund over on Instagram. I’m so excited to partner with Pinterest to complete a series of DIYs in my apartment. For this project, I’m focusing on my entryway — and transforming my entryway into a tiny tropical space.
My entryway has evolved over the last year. I recently leaned into the tropical feel that was starting to take shape. Check out how I created my entryway!
Before
I kept the wood natural for some time. I love this light wood look as well!
Entryway console
To start off this project, I decided to personalize a set of Ikea cabinets. I took two of the popular Ikea Ivar cabinets as my base, they’re great for customizing. They’re also great for entryways, I’m able to store all of my shoes in these cabinets.
DIYs
- I attached Black metal legs add height and some contrast.
- Stain. I went with a mid-tone stain, Ipswich Pine. I’ve really been into tropical woods like teak and acacia, and this stain has a pretty finish that has a similar feel.
DIY gallery wall art
A small apartment calls for a small gallery wall! All of the art featured on my wall was DIYed, repurposed, or printed.
- Creative Commons, William Morris
- Etsy printable
- Peel and Stick Wallpaper scraps
- Etsy printable
- Fan, Brother Vellies
DIY basket lampshade
A simple project, I turned a rattan basket into a lampshade.
To do this, I used a craft knife to cut a small hole (just wide enough to fit my light fixture). I used a bit of superglue to seal off any loose ends.
Tropical plants
A fiddle leaf fig brings life to the console and acts as a divider in my space. I love the bright green paired with a large woven basket.
Global Decor
The woven fan on my wall came to me in my monthly Something Special box from a Brother Vellies. This fan come from Kenya.
This tray is also a Something Special treat. Too cute, this tray brings a perfect pop of color to my console. I love receiving a special gift each month. Many of the items work amazingly in my space as decor.
I hope my space brought you some inspiration for your space!
xoxo, Jackie
