My Desk

Having a desk space has always been a necessity in my life. I’ve always been an artist, a crafter, and a student, so having my own place to spread out my work and create is important to me. I thought I’d share my desk set-up as it is now, because I always love to see how others organize their desk space and keep it functional.

I got this desk from Ikea when I was in high school, and it has been the perfect place for doing homework and all of my craft projects. The desktop itself has a built-in light table for tracing or drafting – a functional feature that I haven’t used that often, but when I have needed it, it definitely comes in handy! I use the a-frame legs for storing my garbage/recycling bins and some Ikea boxes filled with craft supplies. Next to my desk, I have an Ikea bookshelf where I keep some more craft/office supplies, magazines, and files. Because I like to keep my desk space fairly open (and there aren’t any drawers underneath), it’s convenient for me to have all my supplies close by, but not cluttered on top of my desk.

On top of my desk I like to keep just a few everyday items. Scissors, pens, pencils, paper clips, a stapler, and sticky notes are essentials for me. I also keep some colorful pens/markers in a Ikea napkin holder in the back. I recently purchased the gold stapler and glass box from Target, and I found the little gold/brassy box (which reads “Rubber Bands” on one side and “Clips” on the other) at a vintage store. I store my pencils and pens in a mason jar – so as you can see I love to mix and match old & new!

XOXO

Want more office/desk inspiration? Check out my post on Washi Tape Organization and my DIY Whiteboard Makeover!