Browsing at Ottomans online at Ballard’sDesign.com I came across this beautiful File Storage Ottoman. I love it for several reasons, the pro’s. The function of it can be placed in any room, closet, office space and it can be used as seating. The con is the price, this is a custom piece and you can pick from many different colors and patterns. The price ranges from $299.00-$419.00 ouch…. based on your fabric selection. Since I was planning to buy one any way I wanted to do it on a budget.
Here’s my version of the inspired Ballard’s Design ottomans. I scored these two at Ross for $49.00 each. When I first laid eyes on them, I didn’t realize that they had storage as well. I had to take them home with me.
Supplies, used to add some cuteness to the interior the (hot glue gun not shown).
I didn’t want it to be boring so, with the scrap fabric lying around I can finally put it to use. I ironed a few of the wrinkles so it can be smooth and wrinkle free.
First, I measured the interior top to fit the lid. Then I spaced the ribbon 6 inches apart vertically and horizontally, using super strength hot glue.
The added rhinestones for a little bling.
With my curtain rods installed, I added hanging letter sized pocket files.
Storage ottomans are great for any space. Especially small apartment living. It’s not only for filing papers. You can place throws, toss pillows, and office supplies. You can place an ottoman in a entry way and store hats, gloves, and scarves. You can purchase all types, shapes, sizes, and colors of ottomans. Try thinking outside of the box next time you are on your hunt for practical storage.
Hi, I love your ottomans! I know that you got them at Ross. Do you know the manufacture that made them? Thank you!
I’m sorry I don’t know. There wasn’t a tag on them just the Ross price sticker.
Love this idea to use curtain rods in the ottoman – so clever.
BlackStar,
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.
You are so clever! Great idea. I love your home!
These are absolutely adorable! Just what I was looking for! In fact, I had seen that item on the Ballard Designs website, and couldn’t believe the price. They’re asking $399 for the most basic fabric option (basic duck cloth fabric). Even if I had the money, I can’t imagine paying that much for it.
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!!!