DIY Cozy Reading Nook | Small Space Transformation

Max & I had a plain corner in our house that we didn't notice at first, but after living here for a few months, we decided it needed something. Of course, that "something" became a reading nook!
After a trip to World Market where we picked up a Papasan chair, the project began. I started collecting inspiration on Pinterest & getting really excited about transforming this small space into something magical!
We had a simple bookshelf that the previous owner of our home left behind. It needed some love for sure. It was scratched up and some of the finish had come off already. I sanded it down & painted it a sage green (Muted Sage by Behr). I didn't even seal it with anything! Two coats of paint was all it took for the bookshelf to look new again :)
I made some custom artwork in Canva for the walls. I wanted a funny saying & was stuck between three - "I'd Rather Be Reading", "The Book Was Better", and "One More Chapter". We went thrift shopping for the frames & I found a piano lamp at the thrift store too!
This was such a simple project & it added so much personality and coziness to this space in our home! I love being able to display my books instead of having them stored away in an old dresser :) The chair is seriously the BEST for reading. Highly recommend.
Drop your book recommendations in the comments below! I'd love to hear what you're loving :)
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[@lemisoref]

I absolutely love the new colour of the bookshelf! Maybe some fairy lights along the ceiling could add a bit of extra cosiness ✨️

[@athomewithmarissa]

Thank you so much! ❤ I love that idea! Lighting makes such a difference 😄

[@alliekingsley7919]

It's a very cute base to expand from. For the lamp, I think they do sell brighter bulbs that would help with lights, without needing a floor lamp.

[@athomewithmarissa]

Thank you so much! And yes 😄The bulb I bought wasn't a super high wattage, so I definitely could get a brighter one to help! I've been using a book light that attaches to the book itself in the meantime 😂