Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Before and After Highlights 2011

Hi everyone! Yesterday I shared some projects (click HERE), today, I want to share some Before and Afters with you. Isn't it amazing when you look back at any given year, how much was accomplished without even realizing it? I want to start with a big B&A, my booth space. I know it's not furniture, etc...but it did undertake a major transformation that took just under two weeks to complete.

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Of course, my space doesn't look like this anymore....Most of the furniture and lamps are gone and I've added a few new furniture pieces (you'll see below). I'm excited to start setting for Spring (YAY!) and of course I'll bring you along with me. :)


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Back on the homestead, an over sized painting transformed into a chalkboard. Logan is really the benefactor of this project, but it fills a really awkward and small wall for me. ;)
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Blackboard Painting

I found this chandy for a steal and it received a black paint job. It now makes a statement in the master bedroom.

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Master Bedroom Chandy

Another Lamp project, this one was featured on thenest.com (Thanks!), an ordinary lamp received some added bulk with the assistance of driftwood that I collected along a lake.
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Driftwood Lamp

For my booth space, I found a decrepit drop-leaf table and experienced my first refinishing project (vs. just painting). It was a great small project to start with, and I will consider refinishing before painting from now on.


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Drop-Leaf Table


This hutch is at my booth space as well, a very large piece. This project was major for me, a even shed a few tears, I was so frustrated, but I finished it.

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An over sized chest of drawers got an overhaul and a paint job. It offers a lot of storage in the master bedroom.


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I finally found some dining chairs and updated them with paint and fabric.

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Finally, one of the biggest undertaking to date (save the booth space) the kitchen facelift. Oak cabinets from 1990, updated with paint and bold black and white combination. While it raised a few virtual eyebrows, it really works for our family and I love it.

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Here's to a productive 2012!! Thanks for stopping by!

Joining Rhoda







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8 comments:

  1. Wow, you have so many great projects! I just love following along with each one :)

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  2. Lovely projects; my favorite is your kitchen--and is my inspiration for the coming year! Have a Happy New Year with lots of creative ideas!

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  3. Lovely projects and you have been very busy this year. All the best in 2012.

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  4. All very nice , but the best was what your chalk board said!

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  5. Michelle,
    What a great year in review! Can't wait to see all the projects you do this year!
    Dee Dee

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  6. You are my new "home decor" hero!!! I have been checking out all your posts since finding your site and have already done a few projects myself!! You are an inspiration and so very very creative!!! I don't have a creative bone in my body, but would you mind if I copy some of your ideas?? Thanks a bunch!! Love your site!!

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Michelle