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Mustard Made’s The Ledge Shelf Complements Its Retro Lockers Perfectly

09.17.24 | By
Mustard Made’s The Ledge Shelf Complements Its Retro Lockers Perfectly

If there’s one thing Mustard Made does exceptionally well, it’s transforming everyday storage solutions into a parade of color and joy. Founded by sister duo Becca and Jess Stern (who live on opposite ends of the world in Australia and the United Kingdom, respectively), the brand started with a simple yet personal question: What is it that you love that is uniquely you? For Becca, it was lockers – yes, the kind you’d find in a high school hallway – rescued from roadside pickups and dusty antique stores. In 2017, the sisters breathed new life into these classic storage staples, revamping them with a curated palette that took them from institutional to inspirational. No longer relegated to school corridors, these retro lockers have found a new calling as nightstands, playroom essentials, living room consoles, and more.

A colorful room with pink and yellow walls, featuring shelves with books and decorations, a red cabinet topped with vases, and framed art above a sofa with a pink cushion

Fast forward seven years, and Mustard Made has just launched something new and exciting: The Ledge. While the brand has dabbled in accessories like baskets, magnetic letters, hangers, and extra shelves for their iconic lockers, The Ledge marks their second foray into standalone furniture after the original locker line. Drenched in the same vibrant hues, these wall shelves are the perfect partners for the lockers, adding an extra splash of color and functionality wherever you need it.

A modern living room with green walls, shelves with records, a plant, and framed art. A record player sits on a dark cabinet, beside a lamp and decor items. A white sofa with a green cushion is in view

The Ledge, which comes in Small or Large sizes, carries the same design flair as Mustard Made’s beloved lockers. Available in all 12 signature colors – Blush, Berry, Poppy, Mustard, Butter, Sage, Olive, Navy, Ocean, Lilac, Chalk, and Slate – each shelf is crafted from study, powder-coated steel and topped off with a charming Mustard Made medallion. Can’t decide which way to hang it? Not only are there video tutorials but whether you decide right-side up or upside down, both orientations are fair game, thanks to The Ledge’s clever reversible design. Flip it with the shorter edge facing up and The Ledge will happily keep your bits and bobs in check, preventing them from taking a tumble. Turn it the other way, and you can still store whatever you fancy, but now you’ve got a handy magnetic surface for to-do list, notes, and school calendars.

A kitchen with blue walls, a light blue cabinet, green shelves with plants and books, a silver coffee machine, and wall art of fruits

A pink-themed workspace with a desk, chair, books, a keyboard, a mouse, a mug, and decorative items on shelves against a pink wall with a framed abstract artwork

Whether you’re crafting a full wall display for your book collection or just popping one above a locker for that extra bit of storage, The Ledge’s versatile design makes organizing your space feel like a fun project, not a chore. Honestly, the real dilemma here isn’t whether you need The Ledge – it’s how many rooms need one… or three!

A pastel-themed room with colorful shelves displaying books, flowers, and vases on a yellow wall, above a pink storage cabinet with various decorative items

A child's study space with a desk, chair, colorful wall shelves with books, toys, a yellow lamp, and stationery. A yellow cabinet stands beside the desk. The wall is light blue with a framed artwork

Children's play area with toys, books, and decorative items on shelves and a play kitchen setup labeled "SHOP" against a light blue wall

A light blue kitchen with floating shelves holding plants, decor, a small appliance, a book, and mugs. A painting and a cabinet are also present, alongside a table and chair with a plant

A kitchen scene featuring blue-toned walls, floating shelves with mugs and decor, a small plant, a potted plant on a white table, a teal chair, and a colorful poster on the wall

Pastel pink wall with minimalistic decor, including two floating shelves holding various vases, a framed abstract artwork, and a white cabinet with books, decorative items, and a plant

A pale pink wall with a framed geometric art piece, two shelves holding pastel mugs and vases, and a white cabinet with pink decor items underneath. A portion of a cream armchair is visible on the right

A red cabinet with various beauty products and a red lips phone on top. Two colorful wall shelves above hold more products, a card, and a framed abstract art piece. A mug is also on the cabinet

A modern living room scene with a green record player on a dark green cabinet, shelves displaying vinyl records and plants, and various small decor items

Three colorful wall-mounted shelves displaying children’s books, paint brushes, and toys against a light yellow wall. An adjacent blue locker stands next to them. A small stool is nearby

A children's room with a blue bed, blue cabinet, green side table, blue lamp, and shelves with books and toys against light yellow and light blue walls

A children's room with a blue bed, blue cabinet, green side table, blue lamp, and shelves with books and toys against light yellow and light blue walls

A child's bedroom with shelves holding books and toys above a blue bed with striped bedding, a star-shaped pillow, and a nightstand with a lamp

Three colorful wall shelves holding various pastel-colored items, including mugs, a teapot, vases, and books, are mounted on a yellow wall beside a yellow locker. A bowl of fruit is on a small table below

To add The Ledge by Mustard Made to your home, visit us.mustardmade.com.

As the Senior Contributing Editor, Vy Yang is obsessed with discovering ways to live well + with intention through design. She's probably sharing what she finds over on Instagram stories. You can also find her at vytranyang.com.