The Shoe Shelter

THE PROBLEM

Shoes after the kids come inside invariably wind up in a pile by the door. I suppose I should be thankful they take their shoes off and usually am until I trip over those little dandies...

THE SOLUTION...this

Yes, this.
It's a heavy duty book shelf from A.C. Moore's on clearance for $35. Juding from all the inscribed so-and-so's wuz here and I heart Joe, it was originally a display shelf for pens. A pint of oil-based (I feel super proud of the oil-based) satin paint and so-and-so no longer has proof they were here!

Legs...

Some help from my incredibly handy Dad and WALAH! A cohesive home/bench for shoes.

Next step is to make a cushion for the top for added comfort for little booties while they putt on their shoes!