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04/29/2015 · 20 Comments

Bringin’ Sexy Back to the Garage Week #5 (One Room Challenge)

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I’m in this weird place with the garage makeover that I could be happy if we stopped now. Of course, that would mean I couldn’t find any tools, we couldn’t park in the garage, and the lawnmower would live permanently on the back porch. I suppose I should probably keep moving forward. But I can’t go out there without smiling. The floor, the workbench, the huge wall art…I’m just going to be un-humble and say that it is all freakin’ amazing.

I’ve got 6 long days and nights ahead in the garage, so I might get over my smiley-awe really soon. Seriously, I’ve got nothing in the drawers or on the shelves, the packed rolling shelves need to be emptied so they can be organized, and let’s not forget the huge stash of garage stuff being stored in the Expedition in the driveway. Yikes!

This week is also tricky because I don’t want to show you guys too much. A girl’s got to keep some things secret until the final reveal!

Here’s a few sneak peeks to hold you over until the finale next week. Next week? Triple YIKES!

Hand Lettered Mural - Make your garage an inspiration room. I would have been happy with the mural as it is in the above photo, but he isn’t done yet!

Hand Lettered Mural - Make your garage an inspiration room.

There is still lots of shadowing to do. We had a little creative discussion because I wasn’t loving the black shadows (Under the E). We taped off a section (left side of the E) and sprayed it navy. The difference is super subtle, but the blue makes me much happier. Normally I’m all about adding some black to every space, and I didn’t want it to be matchy matchy. BUT the black and orange was feeling too heavy and a little Halloween. I’m hoping by the time I add everything else the mural and workbench will look nice and cohesive and not like a color by number space designed by a toddler.

Did you notice the drawer pulls on the workbench? They are super fun! Let’s not talk about the fact that each one has 4 screws x 2 pulls per drawer x 9 drawers. Totally worth it, but not the most fun install ever. That sums up my garage progress this week.

While you are waiting on me to finish up the garage, don’t forget to check everyone else’s progress over at Calling it Home! 

ORC

 

For anyone wondering about the conference in Salt Lake City I mentioned last week, it was FABULOUS. This was my third blogging conference, which meant I was reuniting with friends I had actually met in person before. Being able to strengthen virtual relationships in real life is priceless. One of my high school English teachers signed everything with Love, Laugh, Learn and that truly describes my experience. I’ve got a long list of ideas to implement that will help the blog grow, but more importantly, friendships are deeper.

And after that gushy stuff, I feel like a need a cheesy sign off….I’ll just borrow Casey Kasem’s that actually fits well with what we learned at the conference.

Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars.    

See you next week for the big reveal!!!

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Melissa George

In 2013, Melissa founded Polished Habitat to share her passion for intersecting style and function to make everyday life more beautiful and less stressful. She does this by sharing easy home organization tips, home decor tutorials, and creative ideas to help readers think outside the box, no matter their budget. Her work has been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online by HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed, & more. In 2018 & 2019, Melissa was named as a Style Maker by Better Homes & Gardens. In 2019, Polished Habitat was shortlisted for the Amara Blog Awards Best Interior Styling Blog - International. Read more...

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  1. Brit | House Updated says

    04/30/2015 at 1:15 am

    Loving that mural? Can’t wait for next week… 🙂

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    • Brit | House Updated says

      04/30/2015 at 1:16 am

      I definitely meant an exclamation mark, not a question mark – ha!

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  2. Sarah Sofia Knepp says

    04/30/2015 at 4:00 am

    Melissa, I can’t get over the shined new floors with your mural!! So exciting in your progress!! This is going to be one sexy garage & I can’t wait to see the big reveal next week! Let’s do this! I also love hearing stories about conferences & building relationships! Im at the Southern C this week solo & have enjoyed doing the same. Until next week my friend! Xoxo, Sarah

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  3. Kim Macumber says

    04/30/2015 at 4:55 am

    Loving every bit of this! I understand the subtleness of the black to dark blue change! Can’t wait to see the whole shibbang!

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  4. Krista says

    04/30/2015 at 6:09 am

    It’s undoubtedly the prettiest garage I’ve ever seen!

    XO,
    Krista
    www.goodwillglam.com

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  5. Sabrina @ Pink Little Notebook says

    04/30/2015 at 6:19 am

    Great mural! I really can’t wait to see this reveal 🙂

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  6. Erin @ the-organized-life says

    04/30/2015 at 7:49 am

    I just can’t get over how talented your husband is!!! That mural is going to be fabulous! I’d smile every time I walked into the garage too. Have fun organizing this week!

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  7. Sue D. says

    04/30/2015 at 8:54 am

    LOVE the wall art, looks so great, congrats.

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  8. Erin | Holtwood Hipster says

    04/30/2015 at 10:56 am

    That is one killer mural. Holy cow. Already in love with the floor (can’t wait to hear more about that!). Good luck pushing through to the final week!

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  9. Traci Hutton says

    04/30/2015 at 12:46 pm

    This is going to be so good…can’t wait to see the finale!!

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  10. Jennifer says

    04/30/2015 at 2:05 pm

    Wow! Get ready for a lot of slow drivers down your street because that garage is going to be the envy of the block!

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  11. IrisNacole says

    04/30/2015 at 2:11 pm

    Woohoo, I’m loving the new wall! I’m glad you had such a great time at the conference. If I’m still blogging this time next year, I hope to actually put some time into going, if I can work it all out. 🙂 Can’t wait to see your big reveal!

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  12. Claire Brody says

    04/30/2015 at 4:24 pm

    OMG!!!! This garage is unreal!! So excited for next week and so glad you’re going to trudge through 😉

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  13. Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says

    04/30/2015 at 9:22 pm

    It is looking soo good! Love the wall art! Can’t wait for the big reveal next week!

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  14. Carrie says

    05/01/2015 at 9:00 am

    The mural looks amazing! I can imagine how thrilled you are with your gorgeous progress. Good luck with your organizing this week! 🙂

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  15. Sharon says

    05/01/2015 at 10:39 pm

    Love the wall art! I feel the same way about loading the garage up. It’s prettier empty, but you still need your stuff. Can’t wait to see the finished room!

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  16. tara // by design co. says

    05/04/2015 at 12:23 am

    seriously?! coolest garage wall EVER. your husband is a true talent (i think i used that phrase last ORC with the pig in the pantry) can’t wait for your reveal! xoxo

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  17. Karisa | Petite Modern Life says

    05/09/2015 at 6:08 pm

    Wow amazing. So much space for activities!!!! I’m going to show my husband this and he’s going to bump up our garage makeover on the priority list! Congrats!

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  18. Alayna @AlaynasCreations says

    05/15/2015 at 7:23 pm

    Awesome! I wonder what my husband would say if I told him we needed a mural in the garage 😉

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    • Melissa George says

      05/15/2015 at 7:30 pm

      He’d probably look at you like you were nuts! That’s what mine did the first time I told him.

      Reply

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In 2013, Melissa started Polished Habitat to share her skill of mixing decor & organization to add style & function to everyday life at home.

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