By the way, you should try this– do a Google search for “file storage ottoman”, and THIS (Denise’s) page comes up as the #2 result — just below the “real” page for the Ballard Designs ottomans! (Actually the Google result is a Pinterest page with a link to here. Either way, you’re giving Ballard a run for their money.)

I’m mainly interested in setting up the ottoman for the filing space, so I might be too lazy to do that super-cute interior lid. But I do have an old corkboard on my wall that could use a fresh look, so I might try the same approach but use it on the corkboard.

As far as the ottoman itself, I actually prefer the shape and design of those less expensive ottomans you found. I especially like the rivets at the bottom, and the more tailored look on the lid (seat). Now I just hope I can find something as nice & economical as the ones you found. Looks like I’m going to be scoping out Ross and Homegoods for a while…

Thanks for the great idea!!!

I was thinking the same thing about the rods … What a clever idea and guess what … I’m going to do the same thing … teeheehee

Thanks for sharing, Denise!!! And keep on putting up these great vids.