Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Before and After Wednesday

Hello World!  Get ready to be wowed with today's Before and After spotlight.  The spotlight today is on Patti from Old Things New.   Patti has this now adorable guest cottage that she and her husband worked to bring to life again.  I do believe this would qualify as a labor of love.  Let's start out with a pretty, shall we?
 Ah, pretty!  She's a tiny one...400 square feet.  She may be little, but she makes a big impact.  Now, let's take a look at a couple of the before pictures and you will see how amazing she is now. 

Most people would have not even touched it.  But, not Patti and her man, they took the bull by the horns and got to work. 
Okay, my heart raced a little (not in a good way) when I first saw the before pictures.  I don't know if I would have been so brave.  Let's take a look at what all of those steps of faith and work (faith without works is dead...couldn't resist) brought them to. 
 They kept the original beadboard ceiling opting to paint it white to brighten up the space. 

Look at the faux tin tile backsplash.  New countertops, new handles, and a pretty yellow paint color for the walls.
   
 New flooring throughout. 

 Bathroom with limestone countertop and shutters to hide the water heater. 

 A look into the bedroom.  The iron trundle bed converts into a queen sized bed.  

Lovely deck area to take in the view.

Patti and her husband did such an amazing job renovating this little spot.  The decor is lovely and really creates a space that is inviting, pretty, and comfortable.  

Please pop on over to Old Things New and give Patti a huge high five and a hug.  There are also more pictures of the before as well as more after pictures that you really, really must see.

If you have any before and after projects that you would love to get featured, email them to thededicatedhouse@gmail.com and in the subject line, please put Before and After Wednesday.  It can be any before and after: gardening, furniture redo, room makeover, complete renovation, sewing repurpose.  Anything with a before and after.
***Also, start sending all of your holiday before and afters.  For example:  wreath creations, centerpieces, decor.  Just make sure there is a before pic of the "naked piece" (naked table to fabulous tablescape, naked Christmas tree to decked out beauty, naked wreath to beautiful filled in wreath)...you get the picture.  I'm compiling a file for the upcoming holidays so that we have a ton of inspiration to see us through the seasons on Before and After Wednesday.***

Make it Pretty Monday has some great inspiration.  Click here to go check it out.  And, don't forget about the Anything Blue Friday party.  Any shade of blue and it doesn't have to be in every picture.

And, so sorry about all of the review posts.  It really seems that they come in bunches and then I won't have any for months. 

Thanks for popping in to take a look at Patti's place.  Have a beautiful day and remember to be kind to one another!  Fear Not!


Toodles,
Kathryn

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23 comments:

  1. Wow, what a change! I love this cozy, homey and very pretty space! Thanks for sharing and great job Patti!

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  2. Really fabulous! I love this changes so drastically, although the work is horrible too!! I will soon be doing the same with my master bath and master bedroom...whew! Thanks for pushing me Patti!
    Fabby

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  3. WOW!!!

    They are amazing - totally the before and after king and queen!

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  4. Wow! That is an incredible transformation! It is beautiful. I just found your blog through (Old Things New) and I am your newest follower.
    Thanks, Patty at http://homeandlifestyledesign.blogspot.com

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  5. I love this guest house and this transformation is amazing! Love to be able to sit on this front porch too!
    Happy Hugs-
    jemma

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  6. Don't you love the color choices? What a lovely space! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  7. Lovely transformation. It really gives hope to people who renovate old tiny cottages!

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  8. This is absolutely adorable, the result makes all the hard work worthwhile!
    Jenna

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  9. That's beautiful! The results are stunning. A space like that is totally worth all the deep cleaning, renovating, designing, negotiating (at least my husband and I spend a ton of time negotiating with each other for any renovation) and not to mention expense.

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  10. I love all the beadboard and the wonderful flow her home has now. What a fantastic remodel. I can't believe those before photos, this was a great feature. I'm headed over to Patti's now.
    xo
    Leslie (aka Gwen Moss)

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  11. Stunning! Looks so cosy and warm with love.

    xo
    Charindie @ couchesandcupcakes.blogspot.com

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  12. Kathryn,
    An adorable cottage that Patti and her husband remodeled, dear one!
    This is nearly the same lay~out of a cabin where we vacation every Autuman.
    Love how they brightened up the space and
    utilized every foot to its greatest potential!!!
    Thank you for sharing! Visiting from Susan's MM!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  13. So pretty, you wouldn't believe it is the same place. Amazing. Thanks for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  14. Love the kitchen backsplash and all the beadboard, and love the little sitting area off the kitchen. Very sweet!

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  15. That looks sooo cozy and welcoming! Love it! You should come share that on a party I cohost "DIY Showcase! It's open now!! http://minettesmaze.blogspot.com/2013/07/diy-showcase-party-6.html

    I also did a kitchen remodel@ http://minettesmaze.blogspot.com/2013/03/kitchen-remodel.html

    Shelly

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  16. Thank you so much for linking up! I always love your posts!!

    Brooke
    startathome.blogspot.com

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  17. Beautiful! Looks so welcoming!

    Emily @ elizabethjoandesigns.com

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  18. Beautiful work. I love to see makeovers like that. I have the exact same wrought iron patio set also. Best wishes, Linda

    http://www.craftsalamode.com/

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  19. What a sweet cottage - they truly brought new live to it! I am so delighted that you shared with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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  20. Incredible! What a transformation! Thanks for sharing!
    Jennelise

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  21. What an awesome makeover! Thank you for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  22. Love this Makeover so fun and INVITING!!
    Thank you for linking up to my Paint Party! There is another one going on right now and I would love to have you join with all your fun Paint Projects

    http://startathome.blogspot.com/2013/07/paint-party.html

    Brooke
    startathome.blogspot.com

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  23. Thank you my dear Kathryn for linking my guest cottage remodel. What a surprise to see it featured on The Charm of Home this week! Blessing to you my friend, Patti

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