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From Tool Shed to She Shed: Marcella’s Backyard Transformation

June 13, 2019|building of the month
Charming garden shed with wooden pergola, hanging plants, and string lights. Surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

It All Started with a Tool Shed

The Cannon family needed extra storage at their new home, and like many homeowners, they turned to Tuff Shed® for a solution. But years later, that same tool shed would become so much more—a cozy backyard She Shed for Marcella.

When they first visited The Home Depot, Marcella and her husband were impressed with the Tuff Shed display lineup. "The displays were really great, and we were able to customize the paint and the roof to match our house," Marcella shares. Their 8×12 TR-700 was a perfect fit for tool storage—at least at first.

Over time, Marcella kept an eye on the shed, imagining a different future for it. Eventually, she struck a deal: her husband would get full use of the garage for storage, and Marcella would claim the shed for herself.


A Dream Shed Takes Shape

When the Cannon’s first customized their TR-700, they already had She Shed dreams in mind. They added custom vintage windows to the design, setting the stage for what was to come.

Cozy garden-themed room with plants on a wooden table, rustic shelves, a vintage mirror, and a sign saying "To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow."
Lush garden with purple flowers, a stone path, and a wooden pergola beside a small shed. Hanging baskets and potted plants add charm.
Cozy room with a wicker daybed, floral and striped pillows, a throw blanket, wall shelf with decor, and an open door to a sunny patio.
Interior of a rustic room with hanging plants in a mirrored fixture, open door leading outside, and a window with sunlight streaming in.
A small garden with a shed, open window, pink chair, tree, and various plants under a clear blue sky.
Cozy room with wooden shelves, a lit lantern, and a window with "Grand Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville" sign. A garden path is visible outside.
Charming garden shed with string lights, potted plants, and a "Flowers 5¢" sign, surrounded by greenery and a red building in the background.
A decorative tree branch with lights, shelves with a potted plant, a framed picture, a mug, and a sign reading "Bloom."
Charming garden shed with wooden pergola, hanging plants, and string lights. Surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

The full transformation took shape over the years:

  • A charming pergola added outdoor living space

  • Interior finishing touches turned it into a cozy retreat

  • Landscaping framed the shed beautifully within their backyard

The result? A backyard paradise that’s both stunning and sentimental.

"It’s just the sweetest space," Marcella says. "I get so happy when I get to spend time in it, whether by myself, with my husband, or with my grandkids."

Want a closer look at Marcella’s incredible She Shed makeover?
Visit her Instagram profile: @marcellacann

Illustration of an 8x12 TR-700 shed with labeled window cutouts: A (2x3), B (3x3), and C (custom additional window).

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