During my Summer Break, I am spending time organising my home. While shopping with a friend of mine at IKEA yesterday, I came across a small wooden crate that would be perfect for me to keep the books I plan to read for the month in a neat space. I grabbed it enthusiastically, even though I noticed that I had to build it myself.
Earlier this afternoon as I prepared to build the crate, I hoped it would not be too complicated. IKEA instructions are not always as easy as one would hope.
I pieced the crate together like a puzzle and referred to the instructions to determine which size screws to begin the construction.
Screwing the pieces together were not easy as not all of the holes had been pre-drilled. I found myself having to use my body weight to ensure that the screw would sink into the wood.
I managed to complete putting the box together on my own. For a moment, I thought I would have to wait for my husband’s help and strength to screw the pieces together as I had some difficulty sinking the crew into the wood. Determination and perseverance, however, ensured that I succeeded.
My TBR is now neatly placed in the crate next to my bed. Seeing the box when I enter the room makes me smile. What makes me smile even more is that I managed to build it on my own without any help. 🙂
© Colline Kook-Chun, 2017
(This post was inspired by Trent’s Weekly Smile, a challenge which focuses on sharing all things positive.)
Good job. You’ll be surprised how many things you can do without hubby’s help. My daughters and I put together the new barbecue at the cottage this week without the assistance of any males.
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My daughter is actually excellent at building things. She wasn’t around this afternoon but I usually have her on standby for the bigger things.
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I love this idea
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I am hoping it will keep the books I am reading in order. And that it will make for more interesting photos on my Instagram account.
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Nice job! I just two two rocking chairs together on my own, and it really is a “unique” way to spend a few hours to be sure!
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It sure is. You really use your brain cells 😄
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This is adorable!!
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Thank you. I love it too 😊
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Impressive. IKEA assembly is always a challenge. Every time you reach for a book you will be pleased for your success in creating the crate, unassisted.
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Thanks Ruth. Though I do admit I am getting better at assembling their goods – though sometimes it takes a while as I need some moments to think about it 😀
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Well done Colline 🙂
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Thank you 😊
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Congratulations on multiple accounts – imagining it, following the directions, building it, and making it your own!! Nice job 🙂
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Thank you so much Shelley.
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You’re welcome!!
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At micheals they have those wooden boxes already assembled
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The style is different and I preferred this style for my TBR
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Cool! First off, it’s a cool box…but even more cool is that you did it yourself!!!
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I agree with you on both counts 😀 Next time I go to IKEA I will be buying more of these little gems for my classroom.
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