Your so vain...

My Vanity/Makeup Table is the only area in my house that is my own. I spend at least an hour everyday at my makeup table, sometimes even longer if I am using my paints.   Usually when I am down stairs doing makeup one of my kids will come down to sit and talk with me which I really love because the conversations are usually pretty funny, kids really do say the most random things.  When doing a DIY vanity table IKEA, the dollar store and second hand/antique shops can be your best friend.  The dollar store in my area just recently started selling lipstick organizers, they are pretty durable and just as good as the lipstick organizer I purchased at solutions.  Pinterest is a great source for ideas as well as Instagram if you hashtag vanity table or makeup table.  Its so important to have your own area especially if you are a professional makeup artist or an inspiring one its our office, its where we create and where we can just sit to brain storm ideas.
Some of the things on my table are, my story book boxes which I found at winners, I use them to store accessories such as bracelets and necklaces.  My brush holders are actually candle holders, I just love how they have words scrolled around them.  Candle holders even funky mugs are great for storing your brushes while having easy access to them.  Another thing that is a must for your makeup area is a magnified stand alone mirror.  Once again you can pick one up at your local dollar store and personalize it with gems or even design tape.  Trust me the magnified mirrors are great when applying false lashes shadows or for tweezing your brows. 
My favorite non related items that I have in my makeup space are the three my little ponies.  My sister bought the for my birthday because they are suppose to symbolize my oldest daughter, my sister and myself.  For the longest time I kept them in their package till I could find the perfect spot for them.
I hope my vanity/makeup table can inspire some of you, and just remember you don't have to spend a lot of money to achieve a beautiful area, just some paint, garage sale items and your skills as a bargain hunter will help you create a gorgeous vanity that is unique and suitable for you!!!!!