She Sheds, A Woman’s Backyard Sanctuary
Whenever a man needs some alone time to relax or hang out with the boys, he retreats to his man cave. But where does a woman go when she needs her own hideaway? The answer now is a She Shed.
What is a She Shed?
A She Shed is born when you take a regular backyard shed and transform it into a place that you or your wife can call their sanctuary. Like a man cave, it’s decorated and furnished however the woman desires, making it the perfect spot for her to do what she wants— take naps, enjoy her favorite hobby, etc.
This special place is designed to relieve women of all concern and stress, which means it’s usually off-limits to everyone else. Instead of housing rusty tools and old junk, sheds across America are now providing women a place to give themselves the tender loving care they deserve.
Why are they so popular?
Unlike the bedroom or other parts of the house, a She Shed gives a woman a place to call her own. This means tapping into their creative genius by giving it whatever look best suits her personality and taste. Part of the fun is giving the She Shed a theme as well.
For example, some of the cutest She Sheds out there have a rustic, old country home look with lush flower beds surrounding it. Others like to emphasize their hobby, whether it’s walls covered in bookshelves or glass walls and roofs to make it your own personal greenhouse.
Think of making your She Shed like re-designing your own little home and you’ll get an idea of why She Sheds are popping up all over.
How do I make my own She Shed?
If you already have an old shed in your backyard, you’re halfway there. Turning it into the She Shed of your dreams will require work and some cash, but it’ll be well-worth it in the end. Here are a few quick steps to turning your current shed into her go-to place:
1. First things first, clear out all the stuff inside and around the shed. Either find somewhere else to store whatever is occupying the shed or consider selling/donating it. It’s not a She Shed if half of it still has a bunch of unwanted stuff taking up space.
2. Since sheds are outside and susceptible to nature, chances are it needs a fresh coat of paint. If you can’t decide on a particular color, consider ones known to have a calming effect. These include light shades of blue, purple, and yellow. You also can’t go wrong with white.
3. Decide what exactly you want your She Shed for. If it’s to take naps, make room for a comfy sofa or bed along with cute curtains. If your She Shed is where you’ll embrace your favorite hobby, make sure anything you need is included.
4. Last but not least, add the finishing touches both outside and inside to make it really reflect who you are. This can be anything from planting flower beds and decorating with antiques to creating an inviting entryway should you ever want to have friends enjoy your She Shed too.
Where can I find ideas?
The internet, of course. Pinterest, in particular, is arguably one of the best places to see the miniature dream houses that women across the globe made out of their old, dirty sheds. While you check out other She Sheds for ideas and inspiration, remember that yours should be a reflection of yourself. So have fun and enjoy creating the perfect backyard oasis for you.
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