Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Before and After Wednesday - Week 2

Hello World!  Wow!  You guys really amazed me last week with all of the great Before and After projects that were linked up.  I had a hard time choosing the features.  

But, before we get started, I want to give you a peek at a portion of the piano transformation.  Truly amazing!  And, a look at the paint color for the kitchen.  

First up, the piano.  Here is a side by side of the completely worn down next to the freshly painted side.  The after picture was taken with my cell phone; hence the not so hot to trot lighting.  But, you can tell what a huge difference painting has made.  When I do the final reveal, I'll share the paint I used, paint brush and a cost breakdown.  Why didn't I do this sooner?

Now, don't think I've fallen off of my rocker for wanting to repaint my kitchen cabinets.  I do have a plan in mind even though I didn't do an official mood board.  Here is my inspiration picture that really propelled me to paint my cabinets.  


Here is my paint choice on a piece of cardboard (classy, no?) with my curtain swatch taped onto the kitchen cabinet.  I kept it up there for several days to see if I would ever hate it.  Needless to say, I love it.  

I want to change a lot in my kitchen this year.  Other than painting the cabinets, I will paint all of the hardware and put in new countertops, backsplash and a little chandy over the sink.  The countertops will go white as will the backsplash.  I figure with the dark blue cabinets next to the dark countertop that would propel me to save more aggressively for white countertops and backsplash.  Okay enough rambling!  

Welcome to Week 2 of:

Before & After Wednesday
Star Feature
This buffet from Silo Hill Farm caught my eye.  Fabulous details and I really like those chunky feet.  Grab your feature button below. 

The Dedicated House
Here are a few guidelines to follow:

1.  Link up a Before and After project.  Room renovation, furniture transformation, craft transformation, sewing transformation, repurpose...anything with a Before and an After. 
 
2.  Please, NO FOOD POSTS, sponsor/advertising pages, and no Etsy.
  
3.  Follow The Dedicated House.

4.  Put the button or a text link in your post.  No link back, no feature, boo!

5.  Enjoy!!
The Dedicated House
Check back soon for a quick little makeover I'm working on since I won't be able to show you the piano and the kitchen cabinets for quite some time. 

If you missed The Round-Up of the Before & After Wednesday Features, click here to view them.  Thank you for joining me today!  Have a beautifully productive day and remember to be kind to one another!  Joy to the Full!!

Toodles,
Kathryn 


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13 comments:

  1. HollyJanuary 22, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    Hi Kathryn - I don't have any before/afters to link up this week, but I wanted to thank you again for making this a weekly party and hosting and I hope to see you next week with a new post! Hugs, Holly

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  2. With A BlastJanuary 22, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    Thanks for hosting Kathryn !

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  3. Rita C at PanoplyJanuary 22, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    Ooh, Kathryn, I love your kitchen color/fabric choices. You go first, I'll watch and then decide what I may tackle in my own kitchen. Thanks for hosting B&A.
    Rita C. at Panoply

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  4. thepaintedapron.comJanuary 22, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    hi Kathryn! Your kitchen redo sounds great, I love your inspiration photo! And the piano looks beautiful, can't wait to see more! My link today is under one of your side bar buttons, I tried to delete it and do it over but can't. You might want to check your linky layout, thanks!
    Jenna

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  5. Christine at Little BragsJanuary 22, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    Hi Kathryn, another party? yayy...lol...added this one to my WED Parties as well! Christine from Little Brags

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  6. xinexJanuary 22, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    Your kitchen will look so pretty after you are done for sure, Kathryn. Thanks for hosting....Christine

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  7. Danni@SiloHillFarmJanuary 22, 2014 at 1:38 PM

    Thank you so much for featuring my buffet before and after! I'm honored. It's about to get another makeover (along with most of my other furniture) so that it can fit in my new house.

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  8. Kirby CarespodiJanuary 22, 2014 at 4:16 PM

    I like this linky party! Danni's buffet is awesome--love the color. (But apparently ,some folks don't know what "no food" means.) I am going to have something ready for next week!

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  9. UnknownJanuary 22, 2014 at 5:22 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting!
    LOVE Danni's buffet - it's gorgeous :)
    xox

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  10. Glenda/MidSouthJanuary 22, 2014 at 7:11 PM

    Thanks for hosting!!
    That buffet is so pretty.

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  11. Parsimonious Décor DarlingJanuary 22, 2014 at 10:52 PM

    I am waiting with bated breath to see your piano transformation!! It looks incredible thus far! Mine definitely could use a facelift! Thank you so much for hosting!! ❤❤

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  12. Donna HeberJanuary 23, 2014 at 3:25 AM

    Hi Kathryn,

    This is such a lovely party. Thank you for hosting!

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  13. UnknownJanuary 23, 2014 at 1:20 PM

    Great choices of colors for the kitchen cabinet and curtains. My kitchen always needs a face lift :) at least most of that can be handled with a deep cleaning and a vase of flowers.

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