{Spice Up Your Cubicle}

After my initial interview for my current position, there was certainly one thing that had to be done if I got the job: a cubicle makeover. Unless you're a lover of fluorescent lighting, drab mauve walls and old dark gray carpet...a change was absolutely essential. If I'm going to be productive at my job, you better believe I'm going to need some color. I came prepared on my very first day with a box full of items...including little metallic butterflies to be strategically placed where they would reflect the most light. They helped...but I began to pray fervently for real sunlight and even tried a few ritual 'sun god' dances. Just when I thought a higher power was completely ignoring my desperation for natural lighting, a brand new work space with a wall length window opened up next to my boss' office and it was offered to me. My prayers for sunshine quickly turned into prayers that my coworkers wouldn't immediately start plotting my death. Luckily for me, I'm still here. However, for anyone out there that is need of a cubicle spring cleaning, I've got you covered. I am looking into some new ideas to decorate my cube area and these items from Urban Outfitters might strike your fancy:

Old House Bookshelf

Add a little color & a little bit of "home" to your workspace!

Watercolor Flowers Printed Rug

Who said you can't have a fabulous rug in your cube?

Flower Flourish Mirror

Reflects both light & those pearly whites!

Eiffel Tower Jewelry Stand

A little desk decor, minus the jewelry...

Owl Stash Box

Need a cute new way to stash paper clips or push pins?

I am accustomed to the personalized posters, wall of photo's and occasional holiday decorations in the world of cubicles...but if we spend the majority of our time in our workspace, why not make it as comforting as possible? Even when it comes to getting organized, The Container Store knows how to have fun with it!

5-Canister Magnetic Spice Rack

Brilliant idea for bringing spices to work!

X Magazine Rack

Add some favorite "break" reads to your work space...

Blossom Stockholm Paper Drawers

Easy way to add color & organization to your desk!

Synchronicity Can by Umbra

Ditch the ugly office trash can & go for a pattern!

I don't know about you, but this post already has me plotting a whole new cubicle for the spring! If you don't want to spend a lot to give your work space an upgrade...pick some ideas and DIY. I definitely have a couple of things in mind. For example, what about painting multiple picture frames a specific color to add that pop factor to your space?

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Or creating a fabric covered cork board? Pick out a base cork board, the fabric of your choice, the supplies you will need to put it together, a nice frame (optional) and voila!

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Happy Decorating!