The kitchen island (well, it is really more of a peninsula) is a key space in our kitchen. Whomever remodeled our kitchen in the 80s likely put this island in. It's where my kiddos eat breakfast every day. Sometimes homework happens here too. It's the most open piece of countertop for baking, prepping, gathering, eating, etc. And it was ugly. So here's the story on how we made it prettier and managed to repurpose an old architectural corbel to boot. It isn't big. It fits just in … [Read more...] about DIY Kitchen Island Makeover (part 2)
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DIY Kitchen Corner Makeover (part 1)
We have been remodeling our kitchen for the last five-ish years. And we are finally (well, almost) done! We. Are. So. Close. We can taste it! I think my mom said it best. If your marriage can survive a kitchen renovation, then you'll enjoy a long and fruitful life together... So I guess Corey and I are in this old house (I mean marriage) forever! XOXO We bought this house knowing that the kitchen needed updated so we did a few quick fixes when we first moved in and then our family … [Read more...] about DIY Kitchen Corner Makeover (part 1)
Favorite Vintage Industrial Farmhouse Lights Under $50
We are in the midst of what is likely to be the messiest part of our DIY kitchen renovation... heaven help me!?! Electrical outlets have been upgraded and new light boxes added. It's one of the few kitchen projects we had to hire out since we are certainly no expert when it comes to electrical work. In this old house we love, our kitchen only had one ceiling light and a small pendant light above the sink. No matter what wattage I maxed out in these light fixtures, it was still dim. To … [Read more...] about Favorite Vintage Industrial Farmhouse Lights Under $50