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How I Built Artwork for My Hidden Nook When I started building these shelves in my home office, I knew it needed one thing… hidden storage with a book lever! I detailed out how I built the hidden nook itself in the blog post here if you’d like to see more details on it. But […]

How I Built Artwork for My Hidden Nook

July 8, 2025

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Secret Hidden Nook with Book Lever When I decided to build my own home office built-ins, I knew I wanted to add in some hidden storage! I couldn’t find any articles on the process, so I made my own up and I’m breaking it down for your below! This was actually very simple, and anyone […]

Secret Hidden Nook with Book Lever

July 8, 2025

Hidden Nook Behind Artwork

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Repainting My Home Office Built-ins Over 2 years ago I built my own built-ins using premade cabinets from the hardware store. I added in two big bookcases as well, but my favorite feature was the hidden nook behind my artwork with a book lever no one knows is there! These have been one of my […]

Repainting My Home Office Built-ins

June 29, 2023

Hi, I’m Kelsi!

I live in Illinois with my husband Chris and our two dogs, Boomer & Nala. When we moved into our home, I began turning it into our dream home one DIY project at a time. I started with a handful of everyday tools and the desire to complete projects by myself.

Room after room I have taken an average space and made it unique and chic while sharing my journey along the way. I love a good challenge and finding ways to complete new home projects in ways that are achievable for you no matter what your skill or experience level is. 

Meet Kelsi!