Thanks to NetGalley, publisher and author, for allowing me to read this book for free in exchange for my honest review. I loved all the beautiful photographs in this book. I also liked the easy to follow instructions and wonderful inspiration this book offers. This was an easy to ready book, for anybody that dreams of a beautiful, colorful and happy shed project. Lovely!

I received an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

I picked this book to read because I needed ideas that I might implement on my own shed.

This is a decent book and should inspire the reader to great heights. The book is complete with color photos that show many step by step implementation of most of the ideas presented in the book.

Pick up this book! You will be satisfied with it and who knows, maybe a shed will come into existence once you see all the ideas.

Such a gorgeous book for any woman wanting a lovely room of her own. Filled to the beautiful brim with design and decorating ideas, building instructions and color photos. 5 of 5 Stars

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC. Opinions are mine. Pub Date 02 Oct 2018. #SheShedsStyle #NetGalley

I want a she shed. There I said it - I want one, I have the shed, I have the lovely stuff to put in it. We also have so much stuff stuffed in said shed that the idea of cleaning it out is daunting, to say the least. In truth, it stops me in my tracks.
But this book - this book makes me want to Marie Kondo the heck out of that shed and make it my own little space. It's full of lovely and inspiring photos of the spaces women have carved out for themselves. And if I keep flipping through those pictures, maybe it'll get me motivated and I'll end up with a she shed of my very own.
Bottom line - if you've ever thought about having your own she shed, this is the book for you.

My thanks to Netgalley and Cool Springs Press for providing a copy for an unbiased review.

We all laughed at the State Farm "she shed" commercial, and now it's time for a women's man cave revolt! Just kidding. But seriously, Erika Kotite's, She Sheds Style, is a fun, inspiring, and timely home decor book that encourages women to create a treasured space that's all our own. Check this book out. You won't regret it! It's brimming with amazing ideas.

Not only have I been graced with my own shed I also have my own room inside of the house. My she room is my craft room and I pretty much have it fixed the way I want it. My shed on the other hand is my husbands old Man cave. He built himself a 2 car garage and gave me his old shed. It has a nice work bench, lots of shelves, and a great work table. It does have 3 windows as well. But it is filthy. With years of working on the motorcycles and cars I am not sure it will ever be cleaned.

I have moved my candle making stuff to the shed, as well as some storage bins I didn't want in the house anymore but didn't want to get lost in one of the other sheds in our yard. I have not decided what to do with this shed to spruce it up and brighten it up. After looking through this book I have found so many ideas that now I can't decide which way to go with it still yet. I would see something I loved then turn a page or 2 and find something else.

This book will give you some great ideas and you can incorporate more than one. If you narrow down what you want.

Awesome book and it will overload you with tons of ideas that will work with any she shed or even a she room.

I received this book from the Author or Publisher via Netgalley.com and chose to leave this review.

The photography in this book really shines. I won't lie - I have wanted a she shed for a while now and this book is chock full of wonderful, beautiful ideas. The projects themselves seem pretty straightforward for someone who is just a little handy. I definitely think that over a few weekends you could easily adapt a basic shed kit into something wonderful. This is a great resource for someone looking to create your own personalized space.

Thanks to NetGalley for a advanced peek at this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

She Shed Style
by Erika Kotite

A fantastic book all for woman; dedicated to spaces just for woman, a place for them to get away for the mundane details of everyday life. Men have had their man caves, game rooms and what-have-you room. It's time for women to have a space of their own, and not another place to do some type of work; but, a place to call our own. A place that is cozy, pretty, decorated in a style for the woman that owns it, to do with it likes to do, just for her; weather it is to: read or write, knit, crochet, embroidery, needlepoint, sew or even to give her a place to grow plants. Giving a woman a space to call her own, give her a feeling of worth; for all the things she does for her family. A place to breath fresh air, see and feel the sunlight, or whatever she likes to do.

In Ms. Kotie book “She Shed Style”, she shares ideas; that I hope will shed some light and inspire more sheds to get converted in to a She Shed. A book that is not only bold; but, beautiful, and gorgeously inspirations that, it is possible to create that space just right for the other side of life, a woman’s space. I give this book two-thumbs up and five-stars. A must have for all woman, for if nothing else; a dream book of a place of possibilities.

How many people actually do this?

I had no idea that She Sheds were a thing, yet here we have the follow-on book to the one Ms Kotite gave us in early 2017. She Sheds are workrooms or cozy spaces out in the garden, the feminine alternative to the man cave. Sheds can be repurposed outbuildings or something prefab that you buy and then modify.

Heating, natural air flow, and preventing interior mold must have been discussed in the first book because they aren't mentioned here. I can't imagine spending this much time and money for a smallish outdoor room that could only be used in good weather. In the places I live the sheds and everything in them would be mildewed in a week and freezing cold in the winter.

If you have time and money to do this kind of project, you can get your ideas just as easily online.

I'm an avid crafter who has my supplies in every room of my house in any bin or bag that will hold them. I've been dreaming of a she shed for awhile. I'd seen some completed projects in various magazines and publications but had not found anything that fit my needs and style, much less my budget. This book is full of ideas and guidance that will help you design any size/type of she shed you'd like. I not only found many great ideas, I used them to work up a plan that my husband has now agreed to build for me! Thank you, Erika Kotite!

She Sheds Style by Erika Kotite is a wonderful book full of inspiration to create you own personal space within a shed with style. Full of beautiful photography showcasing sheds re-purposed into sewing rooms, guest rooms, potting sheds, quiet reading spaces, and so much more. There are numerous fun projects through out that you can do to achieve the same look or style in your own shed, or any room for that matter. This book definitely sheds a whole new light on sheds. Time to clean out the junk and turn yours in to a private retreat, library, or café, the possibilities are endless!

A different way to look at the old shed in the backyard. Here the author shows many ways to transform them into a more interesting use than just storing tools. I especially like the use of the drop down door to make a table, and the way it can become more of an outdoor space as well. Still though, considering the size of the sheds, and that I live in a northern climate, not sure how much use it would be. The places are small, and some of her design elements, while pretty, take up valuable spacing. Still though, it was fun to look through, and gave me some ideas. Would recommend.

I enjoyed She Shed more then I was expecting. The concept of She Sheds fascinate me but I always wonder if they are really necessary or just a silly trend. However, after looking at the all the beautiful photos of different She Sheds and the purpose it serves I totally get it know. I like alone so I really should need a She Shed I have a whole Domain to my self. My hobbies include writing, reading, and painting. Do you know how often I practice these? Zero! Because when you are in your home you're listening to the washer bing and you're moving it to the dryer. You are looking at dirty dishes. Once I tried to do Yoga in my living room and five minutes later I was vacuuming instead. But, a she shed gives you a little corner away from all that. The different types of She Sheds are inspiring. Some are for gardening, other entertaining, some of cozy spaces away from it all.

This book is great if you have a shed and are looking to spruce it up with a style to be all your own.

I bought a medium size shed a few years back with plans that it would be my garden shed all to only become a place to house my holiday junk and my daughters one day but never happening moving out junk for the past few years and I needed some inspiration so I could work on cleaning it out and creating my garden shed. So, when I noticed this book on Netgalley you know I had to give it a try and it had worked with all of the different styles, colors and simple projects I know this spring I will have my garden shed.


No matter if you looking for craft space, office space, writing space, garden space, or just a place to read your books, this book will help you want to change your shed into something you’ll enjoy for years to come all with the authors simple tips and step by step projects to get you on your way to designing that perfect space.

This is a gorgeous book with helpful information about creating a true “room of one’s own.” Kotite’ book is full of tips, how-to’s, and beautiful photographs designed to inspire anyone interested in building or renovating a small space for a new personal retreat. It’s not full of architectural plans, but I was impressed that it covered important construction essentials like placement of a shed on a concrete foundation vs. level ground, what types of flooring can be used, as well as wiring and electrical considerations. She Shed Style will have readers designing new spaces that are an extension of their homes and an expression of their best selves.

In addition to an abundance of inspiring photographs, this book offers an introductory course to the architectural and interior design elements to consider in planning a she shed. It is easy to understand, and the instructions for the various projects provide all the necessary details. Even if you aren't planning to create a she shed, much of the information can be incorporated in other decorating projects. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to preview this book.

Leave it out as a coffee table book and let your visitors draw inspiration from all these glorious sheds. Fullt visual with a wide range of styles for you to raw from with mini projects and ideas to enhance your existing space.

If you have ever dreamed of having a small, quiet space to call your own, you are going to love She Sheds Style by Erika Kotite. When I first saw this cover, I was hoping for a book that would transport me with some beautiful pictures to look at and imagine. Yes, this book has beautiful photos, but it also contains so much more! This book is full of projects that you can do to and within your she sheds style. These projects are within the grasp of people without a construction background, and they will give you the confidence to keep growing with your dream space.

Who needs a she shed? Honestly I believe all of us do - but they list out ideas for; artists, gardeners, people who need an extra room, home offices, social space, even a writing get away. So now that you know a She Shed is in your future, let's take a look at these incredible spaces.

You can start with a Kit Shed, think of a shed you would find at a hardware store made for tool storage. Starting with that structure, you can make it into a space for your specific goals. Or maybe starting with a greenhouse structure would fit your goals for light and airy even better. Here are some ideas they suggest for using a preexisting structure.

She Sheds Style Enhancements
Change out the windows
Invest in a great door
Upgrade the trim
Install a custom floor
Add exciting siding
Install built in shelving
Add window dressings

That is only the beginning! Knowing that these small homes have a special scale to consider for materials such as trims, this book walks you through ideas to concept all the way through building it yourself. You get pros and cons on materials such as using wood vs metal. Windows are called out for a variety of ideas to make your she sheds style as inviting and airy as your choose.

Next you get into the interior elements of your space and the fun really begins. You will explore walls and dividers, alcoves, built-in shelving, drop down tabletops, lofts, there are so many fun ideas to explore. One of the projects that this book includes is a Drop-Down Bar where a section of wall flips outside to create a new usable space for social gatherings. They provide complete instructions from tools and supplies to how to complete the project yourself.

Concerned that you are not artistic enough to make a beautiful structure, there is even a chapter on understanding color to help you pick out a beautiful palette.  Once you are comfortable with that, you can move on to decorative paint techniques to make your personal masterpiece. There is even a call out box to give you some Feng Shui Tips  which I found very interesting.

Going beyond the shed itself, there are even sections on choosing the right furnishings, whether you want a place to lounge or to be seated. This book will give you ideas, and lots more projects to consider in this section too. Whether you are ready to jump into making your she shed, or if you are just considering the possibility, this book will get you started in the right direction. I hope you have a fun journey!

This is a really fabulous, inspirational book if you're dreaming of making your own "she shed" or back yard workshop, sewing space, art studio, garden/potting shed, spare room, writing space or getaway. It's filled with gorgeous photos of "she sheds" of all different styles, from colorful and funky to country cottage. There are also lots of DIY projects for furnishings, floorings, windows, accessories and more, and decorating tips on choosing colors, planning locations, etc. It is truly loaded with gorgeous photos, projects and inspiration.

The only things I didn't like about this book were that it's not very practical for me -- I live in a cold climate where it's snowy in my back yard for more than half the year and I wouldn't have a way to keep the heat above zero without spending a fortune. Also, this is for women with lots of time and a fair chunk of money to make these spaces. It's all just daydreaming for me.

That said, there were a lot of projects that inspired me for my real home and some that I thought of recommending for my oldest child, who just bought a starter house for $4,000 (yes, really!) that's barely bigger than a shed. :)

If you're looking to create your own little getaway, this book will give you all the tools to do it and get you excited to begin. If you're just at the daydreaming stage, it'll still make you happy to flip through. Highly recommended.

I was able to view a temporary digital ARC of this book for the purpose of review.

Nice illustrations for a very cozy house where I would love to live. Also clear explanations keeps everything easier to do.

Belle illustrazioni e facili spiegazioni rendono il tutto molto piú fattibile, almeno in teoria.

THANKS NETGALLEY FOR THE PREVIEW!