DIY Ikea Shoe Cabinet Hack For Under $50

DIY Ikea Shoe Cabinet Hack For Under $50 | Hemnes Ikea Hack

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4 жыл бұрын

Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. New videos every Saturday and vlogs on Wednesdays! Today I'm doing a really fun Ikea hack! I'm transforming my Ikea Hemnes shoe cabinet into something with a lot more personality and style! Do you love Ikea hacks as much as I do? Comment down below on which hack I should attempt next!
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@TuanNguyen-kj1rz 11 ай бұрын

Upon unboxing, I was immediately upset at how the rails were very noticeably bent. But I kept going, all tools needed to assemble were included kzfaq.infoUgkxqtX4Dxs6aecAZEuz6GY5-d81YecKCshn and I had it set up in about 30 minutes. Honestly I love this thing, make sure to read the measurements and measure your space so you know if it'll work for you. I bought this to put inside my closet, underneath where I hang my clothes and it is absolutely perfect! It is VERY sturdy and all drawers glide easily and mine are stuffed, and they are still flush when closed.

@bondlavern 4 жыл бұрын

I like it inside your apartment. The green "levels out" all that pink in the room. Thanks Alexandra. Great job.

@kiki29073 4 жыл бұрын

O agtee. It also ties in with all tje green plants so it doesn't stick out like a sore thumb.

@ruthgoddard6539 4 жыл бұрын

I agree. It adds a touch of color to the space

@mayadesrosiers756 4 жыл бұрын

She's a very brave woman to paint with a big roller covered in green paint next to an uncovered white rug!

@chandracox6814 4 жыл бұрын

Or stupid.

@lizvanhorn 4 жыл бұрын

Would have saved 50% of her paint by using a smaller roller. Maybe large was all to be found around the house.. not worth the risk of going out.

@sarahholland2600 3 жыл бұрын

She's so neat,I get paint in my hair,on the cat ....😁

@Domino_0604 4 жыл бұрын

Love Harriet being a supervisor! And that green is gorgeous. Leave in the house. Brings out the green in the plants

@nanaboolala7572 4 жыл бұрын

I think you should buy a 2nd one and use it for “out of season shoes” or really anything that needs to be stored out of sight. Can’t have enough hidden storage in Toronto flats. Great job.

@karenjohnson4433 4 жыл бұрын

Leave it there. You incorporated the print on top and the pink tassels to tie it into your setting. Karen Florida

@Sherri5453 4 жыл бұрын

I like it there!

@cgutier3 4 жыл бұрын

It's so nice to see Harriet!! :) She's usually camera-shy

@CathyS_Bx 4 жыл бұрын

Good tip about the importance of priming an IKEA piece, thanks. Love how it looks!

@sabinassketchbook 4 жыл бұрын

I loved to see Harriet so active in this video :) she's such a cute old lady

@Scarlet-qg1xi 4 жыл бұрын

I actually liked it in white - it blended and looked more cohesive.

@dtayism 4 жыл бұрын

Scarlet I thought I was the only one. I liked it in white.

@kennaharrison603 4 жыл бұрын

I like it inside. You amaze me how neat you are I would have paint on the rug, wall, cat and me!! Love seeing Harriet being curious while staining the shelf!

@toritwinkle 4 жыл бұрын

I love how you know your style so well and you put together your space to match what fits you. Whenever I diy I can never figure out what direction I want to go in because I love so many different styles.

@FiaGarciaDIY 4 жыл бұрын

I literally already have this piece from the Hemnes line! 🙌🏼 What a good idea to give it an upgraded touch! LOVE how this turned out! I might have to incorporate this into my next room makeover! 💛 Thanks for the inspo, girl!

@AlexandraGater 4 жыл бұрын

Yay!! If you DIY it, send me a DM on Insta! Would love to see it!

@FiaGarciaDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Alexandra Gater I absolutely will! 💛

@drskuter 4 жыл бұрын

Well, that is JUST GORGEOUS! The wood and sage green combo is perfect!!!

@tinamina22 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE IT inside the apartment!!!! It gives great contrast with the pink and white.

@ms.inspiration385 4 жыл бұрын

I Love it in your apartment. It blends in and bring a pop of color. Besides, your plants are green so it ties in with the aesthetic. Love the transformation!

@mael2039 4 жыл бұрын

Alexandra: always add nice lighting to your rooms also Alexandra: lights up any room with her presence

@Myraisins1 4 жыл бұрын

When he was cutting the board I was like 😱

@catherinelefevre4988 4 жыл бұрын

I know, my husband is a woodworker and I kept thinking: where is your blade guard and how about a "pusher stick!!!"

@Ginger_Lily 4 жыл бұрын

SAME. Friggin accident waiting to happen.

@LTrevino2514 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I was thinking the same... I was like safety issue..lol

@Smooshes786 4 жыл бұрын

I like that you are using more than pink. I like pink but tio much of a good thing needs updating. Bravo.

@Oliviamorgan18 4 жыл бұрын

You guys are being super harsh. He probably wasn’t using a blade guard because he needed to use a thinner rip blade to cut parallel to a hard wood grain. Also it’s really tough to push heavy hard wood like that with a push stick. He looked like he was doing all of the right steps given the situation.

@debrakinder5824 4 жыл бұрын

I like the diy and I love it inside. The green kind of grounds your place for me. It pulls from the bird light and the plants and balances out the couch. It all goes well together. Great video as usual.

@Paramore0525 4 жыл бұрын

Hello! I’m not sure why I have never left a comment, but I’d just like you to know that I’ve been watching your videos for over a year now. I watch them pretty much religiously and you are my go to KZfaqr. Your style of decor has influenced me a lot. I’ve done a lot of the things I’ve seen in your videos and it brings a lot of joy to my home! Thank you for all your content and for still making videos through this quarantine! I look forward to every video! 💕

@INVR4GET 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, leave it in the apartment. Looks good in the apartment, especially with the touches of pink. AND on the landing, less of a fire hazard.

@laurenaderman573 3 жыл бұрын

Go many shoes fit into that shoe rack?

@bwhite8333 4 жыл бұрын

Just perfect Alexandra, love this project. Looks like a really expensive piece of furniture! Beautiful! Love your helpers, such cute kitties!

@MsAndora12 4 жыл бұрын

I love it inside the apartment. It gives a pop of different color and also goes with your plants! I also like the Fire pull knob is covered up!

@ashleyshalna2926 4 жыл бұрын

I love that green is having its moment! I just painted my kitchen cabinets that color but a shade lighter and changed the knobs out for matte black, and I'm so obsessed. Love your channel as always!

@janeolinger8038 4 жыл бұрын

It looks completely different and really beautiful! I am leaning towards moving it back to your entrance. The brick wall would really compliment the wood and the green.

@peanutbutter7126 4 жыл бұрын

I like it - it's like 'modern farmhouse' style. I saw on another youtube channel that you can use liquid sandpaper instead of primer before painting on shiny type surfaces.

@msmintygreen 4 жыл бұрын

Inside! The sage green colour looks awesome, I love it.

@carlyrose9013 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE the green. I think it works well inside. It ties in all the green from the plants and such into something so beautiful

@dawn2940 4 жыл бұрын

Love how it turned out! The green is beautiful, you inspired me for sure! Love all your videos❤

@AlonnieRivera 4 жыл бұрын

Love it! I think because of the green and darker colors it would look better on the outside landing where you had it!

@caitlyntakahashi2090 4 жыл бұрын

I think it looks good where it is, and also it’s a statement/accent piece. I personally think the green compliments all the other blush/white colors going on. You’re giving me so many ideas!

@natevaG85 4 жыл бұрын

Subscribed & here to stay! Love you and your work Alexandra. Never have I given a single thought about my space but am now obsessing over how to continuously improve it and how to make the most of my space. Thank you 💕

@esterfg4310 4 жыл бұрын

I did the same a few months ago. I painted it in a gorgeous marengo grey and spray painted the handles with gold! It looks amazing!! Btw, I love your videos. I'm from Barcelona (Spain).

@laughinlori6893 4 жыл бұрын

Love the fact that your mask colour coordinates with your top. 💕

@denises9426 4 жыл бұрын

😯 That looks AMAZING! Love that color green, I think it really pops against that white wall. I’d leave it inside. Nice to see Lottie and Harriet! 🐾🐾🥰

@deeannemason7003 4 жыл бұрын

The green is a great accent to the pink and white. Green like your plants. And where it’s at is a wonderful spot that needed something.

@Noodles736 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you're feeling better! This was a great project, and the cabinet would look better outside :)

@sofianlombaguzman2675 4 жыл бұрын

How are people not subscribed!!!?! This is one of the best channels. I think i binged watched all your videos in less than a week. #gaterobsessed

@teamphelly5228 4 жыл бұрын

Can you imagine how successful her page would be if people actually joined the gator fandom? 70% is high for someone with as much content as her!

@lilianagonzalez3223 4 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@pennynickels5216 4 жыл бұрын

Really, right.

@kymberlygordon5120 4 жыл бұрын

Love, love, love the pink- this green just pops! Showcases your plant color!! Leave in the house!🌸🌱

@Lacasadekarns 4 жыл бұрын

I love it inside. That green really compliments the pinks and whites you have in your home. It’s the right amount of pop of color. Great job 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

@sabinebente8860 4 жыл бұрын

To paint over the shiny finish, you can also use liquid sandpaper! This works super vast!

@celinelunakim8672 4 жыл бұрын

Love it Alexandra ! Thank you so much for this content, it always bring us so much positive vibes :) Keep the good work 💛

@lynnetrue4103 4 жыл бұрын

I like it inside where it is and love the color in the space. Love the black knobs, they tie nicely to the entry floor. Great video.

@shirleyaubin3427 4 жыл бұрын

I really like it right where you have it now Andrea. It adds a lovely pop of that beautiful green colour that pulls green from your plants by the way. It's perfect in placement & color! The pink/green combo makes each other pop🥰

@clairemyers6687 4 жыл бұрын

What a fun revamp! This gives me huge sorry girl vibes to when they up cycled a green coffee bar for Gabbie Hanna. Can't wait for a collab between my two favorite interior design channels!

@karenjohnson4433 4 жыл бұрын

I missed you, so glad you’re back. Karen Florida

@AlexandraGater 4 жыл бұрын

Me too! Thanks for watching Karen!

@katiefowle7543 4 жыл бұрын

Keep it where it is! The green is so perfect with the pinks and rosy colors. It actually grounds them, somehow. Really nice!

@chrisvolkoff5819 4 жыл бұрын

I actually would like it in either place! The green and wood top really changed it to a beautiful piece of furniture! Whatever works best for you! Very cool idea and process thanks!

@jackienewman5934 4 жыл бұрын

Don't forget to stain the ends of the top piece of wood :)

@pamelaatkinson5710 4 жыл бұрын

Really? They are stained. It is the light or angle that makes them look lighter.

@kcanded 4 жыл бұрын

It does look like she didn't sand and stain the horizontal ends of the top piece of wood.

@SarahMMoore 4 жыл бұрын

She left drips of colour on the edges. It completely ruined the finished product 😣

@27Spiritgirl 4 жыл бұрын

I noticed that right away - the end facing the camera was unstained except for a few drips - but I'm a little OCD about things like that! ;-)

@zazooflores 4 жыл бұрын

Omg I literally couldn't stop looking at that

@zueetdecore2818 4 жыл бұрын

Love everything you do!! And dani too. You are 2 talented entertaining ladies!!!

@marissab3569 4 жыл бұрын

It looks great! From the angle you are showing us, it looks super cute inside ... but, sitting in your living room, that’s the angle that would tell me if the green was just not flowing. Great DIY 💖

@mommygarcia9137 4 жыл бұрын

I love it !! Leave it inside for a few weeks ! It gives the room a pop of color !! It's beautiful !!

@joannesincere4970 4 жыл бұрын

It's funny how your cats are like children. Want to see what cha' doing...always trying to help...and yes even attempting to escape!☺

@hannahshep213 4 жыл бұрын

I’d say move it back out into the landing because the green would look great against the brick and especially if it didn’t bother you when it was out there before 😊

@marybethduke3263 4 жыл бұрын

Love the new location....love that shade of green....love the black pulls....love the wood top!

@lalaloug 4 жыл бұрын

I like it inside. The Pink on top of the cabinet does the trick. It's beautiful. Well done 💞

@olivele137 4 жыл бұрын

woah I was literally looking at these yesterday. Great timing!

@bitsnodds 4 жыл бұрын

Love that green 😍 Great job 👏🏻 You inspire me 😀 Glad to see u back 😀

@christyxandrick5168 4 жыл бұрын

I checked and you were right-I wasn’t subscribed! I watch your videos all the time! I have corrected this issue and am now a very loyal subscriber! Love you Alexandra! Keep inspiring us!!!! 😘❤️

@kathywalsh9312 4 жыл бұрын

I've been subscribed for about 6 months but never get a notice there is a new vlog Love the show and even though I live in a full sized house, I get lots of helpful tips for styling So glad you're feeling better and I adore your little furry roommates

@Tbabee033 4 жыл бұрын

Move it back! But it’s really cute, I love the wood stain with that green

@caitlynderkson8989 4 жыл бұрын

I have one of those! It is so great for storing papers and my university textbooks/notes/etc! I never thought to paint it because it is so shiny - what a great idea!

@AlexandraGater 4 жыл бұрын

Oh that's such a good way to use it!

@kategrant6131 4 жыл бұрын

Can anyone with longer feet tell me what size shoe (on average) will fit??? Big foot here doesn't want to drive the 2.5 hours to the nearest Ikea if the actual destination item won't work. 😁 I mean, I'm sure I'll find lots of other fun stuff I "need"... but would be sad if my clodhoppers didn't fit. 😜

@burntknee2295 4 жыл бұрын

I saw where someone was using one to hold wine bottles, so probably will hold quite a large shoe size! Scrolling through the reviews on IKEA's website and a 5-star reviewer says it holds up to her husband's size 12.

@kategrant6131 4 жыл бұрын

@@burntknee2295 thank you!!

@melissalara2 4 жыл бұрын

Inside, definitely! I think it provides a nice pop of color & contrast.

@ViperBurlesque 4 жыл бұрын

This is so inspirational!! In the home my partner and I bought there was one of these Ikea units all ready in our landing so we kept it and I've been stumped on how to make it more... us! Thank you!

@sinebheag4685 4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you're feeling better 😊 The cabinet looks beautiful, and I love green, but I think you should keep it outside. It seems to take up too much space in the area between your livingroom and the rest of the flat. I feel like you'd catch yourself on the knobs as you walk by...which would be bad 😊 Also, I was happy to see so much of Harriette in this vid 😊

@newyorkification 4 жыл бұрын

I've been happy to subscribe and I never have regretted it. Also the cabinet is cute. I do think it would look better outside.

@steniadown329 4 жыл бұрын

I love love love this ikea upscale ! Keep it in your apartment. It doesn’t look crazy with the pink

@b.nytes-baron8889 4 жыл бұрын

You're so neat! I'd have paint, stain, primer everywhere. AND you do most of this indoors. I'd be cleaning up for hours afterward. Good job.

@Sunflowers9191 4 жыл бұрын

Oh this looks great! I just got my first apartment and I was thinking of buying that shoe closet from Ikea but it just wasn’t my taste.. but I think I might buy it now and upgrade it myself :)

@samarkhan9740 4 жыл бұрын

Omg I can’t believe I am so early! I love you so much! You are so talented! ✨😫😚💗

@luzperras728 4 жыл бұрын

Very cute and I love the green in her pink apartment. For space reason, I would put it back in the landing but I like it in the hallway, too!

@teamphelly5228 4 жыл бұрын

Alexandra I love your channel. It's so refreshing and cutesie and just everything I look forward to when I open up KZfaq. You've inspired me to finally start nesting in my home I've lived in for 3 years as a little just married present to my husband and I. Thank you for being my friend during this crazy time.

@tashasmith6902 4 жыл бұрын

Put it back in the landing and style it pretty out there with like a mirror and some hat hooks. I think you should have more space in your living areas where you spend more time. 😺

@marshahaas1422 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a better pic with more of your living space to see how colors work. But cute DIY.

@suza.5306 4 жыл бұрын

I love the size of this project: something I could definitely tackle in one day. Looks beautiful. Thanks for all of the tips!

@cccookiemonster9987 4 жыл бұрын

So glad we can keep watching you through lockdown - love your style of presenting this channel as well as your interior design ideas. The green was a great choice with the pink in the framed print, the coloured pom poms and those slippers. It sits very well in your apartment as the green lifts your muted colour palette but, from a practical level, it would free up space to have it in your landing. Either way - you’ll make it look gorgeous !

@camuizuuki 4 жыл бұрын

I love it although I would've kept the gold knobs ☺️

@Richard-oc3vt 4 жыл бұрын

😮 Gold knobs are old hat 🤮 , these black knobs are much better loiking 😀 !!

@kimdoubleau9949 3 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋

@anaasensio7147 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE Lottie in this!! Typical curious cat, wanting to be in the middle of all the action 😻 Well, I'm one of the 30% subscribed that watches all of your videos religiously and now I've started to follow you on instagram 😊

@a_tots 4 жыл бұрын

Haha I am also the 30% here and on Make My Space Work! If I had instagram I would follow her there too!

@chippychick6261 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to see Harriet in the vid and so happy to see more of that green in your space! Keep it inside

@myrahogan3110 4 жыл бұрын

Love the hack. Keep it inside. It looks great there especially with the brick wall nearby. Great job, Alexandra.

@TheRealAMJ06 4 жыл бұрын

I love the green! And I love the positioning inside the house, too! But...what's going on with the sides of that wood? You're not going to stain the sides of it???

@courtneyjohnson6357 4 жыл бұрын

For real I'm so confused

@rosanneciccia7918 4 жыл бұрын

Also she placed cat toys on the front and didn't anchor to the wall. Cats are,going to pull the balls and will knock it over. Ot looks,good there

@beckie10 4 жыл бұрын

It looks to me like she stained the sides, just not the one that’s flush to the wall. No reason to use stain where you’ll never see it right?

@kucylja 4 жыл бұрын

@@beckie10 but you do see the not stained side. And the drip marks. Good idea, but lazy implementation.

@karensniekers7858 4 жыл бұрын

@@rosanneciccia7918 She didn't anchor it to the wall cause she doesn't know if she is going to keep it there. No point to make holes in the wall if you move it 5 min later. She probably took precautions after filming to make sure the cats don't knock it down.

@charminsavage2512 4 жыл бұрын

I just love how your kitties like to be in on the action, but I was so afraid they'd get into the paint/stain...not easy to get out of furry feet (voice of experience).

@cathyschmick1857 4 жыл бұрын

Love the color! Where it works out for you the best will be the final decision. Depends on if it gets in the way for you when you need to carry packages/bags past it. It's definitely for accessible there.

@ktkitty1903 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect! Love, love green. It appears to go with everything! Thank you!

@mediumpurple4994 4 жыл бұрын

This piece looks beautiful, but I think it would look the best outside.

@MerryBee707 4 жыл бұрын

I subscribed about a year ago, after watching 5 minutes of the first video of yours I saw. 😁

@judykruse3994 4 жыл бұрын

I like the position of the cabinet. I also like the green color which plays nicely with the pinks you have in your apartment, as well as the green from your plants.

@75Shelli 4 жыл бұрын

I love the green inside! It brings so much life! Beautiful!!! 🥰 🥰 🥰

@MalinaCC 4 жыл бұрын

That green paint color is 👌! Only thing I would be worried about is running into it with my hips! Where did you get your star✨ door mat? So cute

@jillianmoskowitz3253 4 жыл бұрын

Malina kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d9J4bNmDq8XNdKs.html it’s the vinyl link in this video

@Makeuploveculture 4 жыл бұрын

That’s interesting, I used to be subscribed and when you said that - I looked and sure enough I wasn’t anymore. Hmm

@melissah.9290 4 жыл бұрын

Love the green and I think it looks great inside the apartment. It grounds the whole space.

@julyflowers1292 4 жыл бұрын

Leave it inside! It goes so well with your decor! I love it!!

@OrigamiTree 4 жыл бұрын

I have the TRONES, a cheaper and more affordable version of the shoe cabinet ($25 for 2). 😅

@carly9308 4 жыл бұрын

Watching your videos has always been my self-care, but especially during the pandemic! I'm a social worker, and your videos are like the one positive distraction I get these days. Thank you for putting yourself out there and inspiring us to try new things. You really make a difference in my life

@123cindyb 4 жыл бұрын

It looks great! I also love that through each phase of the project you had a kitty assistant.

@sinastogner9118 4 жыл бұрын

So glad you’re feeling better and sharing another great IKEA makeover 🥰

@collectrawr 4 жыл бұрын

I like the placement inside. The colour and the stain is lovely! I did notice the stain but that happens! No big deal to go back and fix it up. Great job overall! Thanks :)

@michellegalloway7124 3 жыл бұрын

1. I LOVE how that piece turned out. 2. I love how your cats want to be part of what you're doing. 3. You look adorable in those overalls! Not everyone can pull that look off. 😃