A Slummy Single Mummy desk makeover featuring giant thimbles from Red Candy

I’ve never really bought into the idea that a full, cluttered desk is a sign that you’re super busy and creative, and far too important to organise yourself. When my desk gets messy, I just feel a bit out of control, and if anything, far less creative, as I feel hemmed in by stuff.

My desk has taken on a distinctly scruffy vibe lately, and it’s not cool.

desk makeover Red Candy giant thimbles

desk makeover Red Candy giant thimbles

So, it was time for a tidy up. 

Despite my slummy title, tidying is one thing I really don’t mind. You don’t have to get your hands wet for a start, and it’s basically arranging things into nice piles, not cleaning per se. I was also feeling inspired as I had a couple of lovely new bits from Red Candy to include – a rather lovely copper letter rack and two giant thimbles.

The giant thimbles are designed are storage, either to keep pens in, or perhaps craft supplies. I think they’d be lovely for a crafter to keep knitting needles in, as modelled here by Red Candy:

desk makeover Red Candy giant thimbles

I used mine though as plant pots, to bring a bit of spider baby action to the office. As you know, I’m a spider baby fiend, and like to spread the love. I also thought they’d be nice company for the teeny tiny succulent Belle gave me for Mothers’ Day.

desk makeover Red Candy giant thimbles

Then it was just a case of sweeping all of my empty crisp packets and used tissues into the bin, stacking my notebooks neatly, and giving everything a good clean. I found a pack of face wipes in drawer, which came in very handy, even if they did make the office pong a bit of tea tree.

I think it looks pretty nice doesn’t it?

Now I have no excuse for not getting on with some work.

(Damn.)

What are your desk essentials? Do you work with a messy desk or do you prefer the minimalist approach?

desk makeover Red Candy giant thimbles

desk makeover Red Candy giant thimbles

desk makeover Red Candy giant thimbles

I was sent the giant thimbles and copper letter rack from Red Candy for the purposes of this review. All opinions are my own.

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11 Comments

  1. 15 March, 2016 / 1:31 pm

    Looks great! When I get myself a desk I’ll invest in some. I currently either work on the kitchen table or use an ironing board!

    • Jo Middleton
      Author
      15 March, 2016 / 2:52 pm

      An ironing board?!?!

      • 15 March, 2016 / 3:19 pm

        Indeed. When I’m working in the spare room I sit on the sofa, which is very low, so I use an ironing board as a desk, as it’s height is adjustable and it gives me plenty o’ room to do my shizzle. I can also raise it up to it’s full height and use it as one of those cool and trendy standing desks.
        Ingenious huh?

        • Jo Middleton
          Author
          16 March, 2016 / 9:17 am

          AND, if you find your shirt is looking a bit creased… Tada!

  2. 15 March, 2016 / 1:45 pm

    It looks gorgeous and I love the thimbles and letter rack. How nice to have that beautiful fire surround as a backdrop. x

    • Jo Middleton
      Author
      15 March, 2016 / 2:52 pm

      I’m really lucky – it’s a brilliant frame for everything and much nicer than a boring old wall.

  3. 15 March, 2016 / 1:59 pm

    Oooh look at your award! These are such a good idea – taking note for my future home office x

    • Jo Middleton
      Author
      15 March, 2016 / 2:51 pm

      Haha, casually placed non?

  4. 15 March, 2016 / 8:38 pm

    I love that letter rack. You’re desk space looks really clean and lovely. I’ll have to have a look at their website. I have been known to have a penchant for stationary. And homeward. And… I think I’d better stop now. Great post. I’m enjoying your blog.

  5. 17 March, 2016 / 7:51 pm

    I love having a clean and tidy desk…I waste so much time clearing my workspace just so I can concentrate on work in a tidy space! Candles are my workspace essential..they keep me calm and focused. x

  6. 24 March, 2016 / 5:07 pm

    ooh look at your shinny new mac! the letter wrack is fantastic I really want a desk but at the moment i just perch on the dinning room table! x

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