Kitchen Update!

So glad you decided to stop by and check in on me! 

I thought I would provide a little update on the kitchen renovation. 

It is coming along nicely!

For the most part the remodel is done. 

We are (for the most part) moved back in. 

 And (for the most part) everything works just as it should. 

We are technically a little bit ahead of schedule. The 

counters came in quickly so that set us on an abbreviated 

path. Which is OK by me. 

The one thing that is not done is the lighting in the glass 

cabinets. Te originals didn't work and so special ones had to be ordered. 

But they are on their way and it won't be long before that part is finished

and I can move all of my blue and white dishes in. 

I'm still puttering around with the counter tops and taking more and more off. 

Keep what really makes an impact. 

That is starting to be my motto!

More Updates Soon!

Have a good week!

Update and the Ugly Truth!

 

Well! We are so far into this little project that I can no longer

post about anything else!

I just have to give you the update and the ugly truth. 

SO! Here we go!

For years, actually since shortly after moving into our home in

2003, I have wanted to make some major changes to our kitchen. 

We always had plans, but something always came up. This year

is it. It needs to be done and there is just no more putting it off. 

I really do like the floor plan and appliance set up. And the appliances we have 

kept updated as needed. However, the cabinets and counters left a lot to be 

desired. And further, have only gotten worse, no matter how much I "add" 

to the decor. 

I have drooled and dreamed over the same style of kitchen for years!

I you look at my Pinterest pages you will see a lot of this:

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And this...

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Or this...

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And even this...

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So now I'm sure you know the update. 

But here's the ugly truth:

This is what the kitchen looked like after "moving out".

Then at the beginning of this week, less the cabinets.

And currently with the base cabinets in. 

Real purty! huh?

Stay tuned for more!

It's all the same....

Glad you stopped by!

I'm just hangin' in my little kitchen tonight.

I was looking at it and I realized that it is the same as it was

several years ago. 

No changes... I mean at all!

We are using a bigger coffee maker.

Does that count as change... ?

I do have some thoughts... 

Paint the cabinets, cream, I think.

And new counters.... Maybe Corian white-ish...

I'll have to check it out.

And an apron sink... yes! 

That would suit me just fine!

The blue and white will stay... of course!

That's all, just thinking...

Have you all tried these little candles from Boulangerie?

Such unique fragrances.

I got mine at Anthropologie. I love how they look

like little antique marmalade jars.

It's supposed to be rainy and wonderful this weekend.

Maybe I'll get crochet out and work on it.... hmmmm. 

Have a great Friday!

Bargain Tea Cups

This is exactly why I should not "just run into TJ Maxx". 

These were on sale... $1.50 each..... 

Had to have them!

I'm joining Marty for Inspire me Tuesday

Bernideen for Tea in the Garden

Howdy Doo! What's New?

 Hey!

 I hope you have had a fabulous week 

and are getting ready for a wonderful weekend!

Thank you everyone for participating in Fresh-Cut Friday. 

We had some beautiful participants. 

Our next party will be May 3rd and the flower for the month of
May is The Lily of the Valley.

Of course any post that includes pretty flowers,
gardens or floral crafts are welcome to participate

 I did something that I just have to show off. 

I hung some blue and white tea cups under our cabinets and included some under counter lights. 

I LOVE how it turned out. 

Do you ever just do something that is so small, but makes a HUGE impact?

I'm joining

Show and Tell Friday at Cindy's 

Open House at Bernideen's 
Anything Blue

Pretty Paper

I'm showing off my little glass front cabinets this week... 

They really are one of the main reasons I bought the house

I was in Hobby Lobby and saw this awesome paper. 

I don't really scrapbook to much anymore so 

I had to find a place for it!

I love how it turned out...

 I just used some 2 sided tape...

 So when I get tired of it I just pull it out.

 My only question is....

It is a little dark so I put a string of battery operated LED lights in the back of each shelf.  

But they don't really add all that much light....

I'd like a little more light, but there is no way to add electricity to the cabinet .... Do you guys have any ideas?

I'm all ears.

I'm Joining these fun parties: 

Honey at 2805 for Potpourri Friday

Cindy at My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday

Put a lid on it!

Or more like...

How about a cloche!?

 Are you guys so tired of the granny squares? I'm sorry! 

 I 'm a little consumed with them right now...

 I feel like I work on them non-stop.

 Just trying to get the thing done so

 I can take it to Spokane with me.

 I'm kind of excited about it. I think that it's going to be kinda cute, in kitschy way.

I think sweet daughter is going to like it too! 

I'm joining: 

Marty at Stroll Thru Life for her cloche party

and Angie at Knick of time Time for Knick of Time Tuesday

Both very fun parties well worth perusal.