Hello World! Welcome Friends! The kitchen is finally finished! When we looked at this house to purchase, we were concerned with how dark the house was. But, with the magic of paint we have achieved a much lighter and brighter look. Get ready to see way too many pictures!
Before we dive in, a big thank you must go out to Linda at Calling it Home for organizing this lovely challenge. There is nothing quite like a deadline to light a fire under you know where.
Let’s take a look back at what the space looked like when we began this adventure.
There is definitely a lot of storage in this kitchen!
Painting the family room, breakfast room and kitchen really did wonders for making the space much, much brighter. On the walls, Sherwin Williams Gray Screen and on the cabinets, Extra White also from Sherwin Williams. All of the existing rubbed bronze hardware was painted with Rustoleum Metallic Gold with a clear coat of Poly to protect the paint from rubbing off
We would have loved to change the backsplash and tile floor, but it wasn’t in the budget this go around.
The one thing I didn’t find was a chandelier to go over my sink. I couldn’t find one that was the right size to my liking. However, I think I may have a small one that I bought for the former house that I never used. I just need to find it in my “storage/catch-all” room.
I still get questions about my stenciled wall that I completed for the Spring One Room Challenge. Click HERE if you missed the Reveal of our “fancy” Breakfast Nook.
I just had to share a shot of the pretty Currier and Ives setting that I mixed with the Pottery Barn Luna Brushed Gold flatware.
Okay, now for a funny story. All of my girlfriends who have seen the kitchen during the makeover process would ooooh and ahhh over the paint transformation. But, the minute I showed them my under the sink organization, each and every one of them gasped and declared this was the best thing yet!
These drawers from Amazon are perfect to house my sponges and microfiber cloths.
On top of the drawer system are pretty glass bottles that hold glass cleaner and all-purpose cleaner.
Behind the center post, I used containers I found at Target that I used to house disposable gloves, SOS pads, dish tablets, and scratch pads. Here’s a tip regarding the SOS pads: to save space and keep the mess down, I cut the pads into fourths. Once I use a little SOS pad, I simply toss it away. Thus saving me time trying to keep the container clean.
In the wire basket, I have hand soap refill as well as other cleaners I don’t use that often. The bottom drawer slides out to make getting items in the back of the drawer a breeze.
Our coffee/tea station is located next to the refrigerator to be in close proximity to the milk, cream, and water.
Speaking of refrigerators, I decided to organize our snack drawer and the upper portion of our refrigerator for the challenge. The snack drawer consists of bagged cucumbers, almonds, celery, grapes, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, chicken breast slices and provolone cheese. Perfect for grab and go snacks.
I transferred our milk, cream and orange juice into these containers. I was amazed at how much space this freed up in the door.
I know, it looks like we have no food. This picture was taken the day before grocery shopping day. It doesn’t always look this bare. The top shelf is for leftovers, while the second shelf has water and more chicken breast and cheese snacks. I’m loving the water containers, can drink organizers, and my fave: the egg holders!
The fire was lit to chase the chill in the air away.
I would really like to replace the granite as well, but with the new paint, it doesn’t look so bad.
I love pomegranates! They are messy, but oh, so delicious!
How do you like the wall gate? I was so happy Grandin Road was able to get a replacement out to me quick since the first one was damaged in transit.
So, that’s it for this One Room Challenge! Next up is Christmas decorating! I’d rather just sleep for now, but we must press on!
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Toodles,
I love, love, love it! Love all the light and brightness! You did an amazing job, not only painting, but with the organization of cupboard and refrigerator!
Thank you so much! It was definitely a labor of love!
Your room is a testament to the power of paint Kathryn! WOW! Love the clean and calm look of your space and love that decorative wall treatment on your breakfast area! Fantastic job dear! Congrats and Cheers to us for another room done!
Thank you so much, Vel! I’m glad to have that task completed. It really felt like an unending task. Now, I need to get Christmas going! Heading over your way!
Oh my dear friend, this is certainly magazine beautiful ! The kitchen is gorgeous as everything else you did.
When we place love in what we do in our homes, the beauty reflects in every nook and cranny.
Congrats you did an amazing job !
Happy week ahead.
Fabby
Awe, thank you so much, dear Fabby! We are really enjoying the new space and look forward to cooking all of the holiday meals! I hope you have a beautiful holiday season! Hugs & Love!
Kathryn, what a fabulous transformation. It is quite amazing what paint can do. I absolutely love your organized storage. You have done a beautiful job in that large open space, magazine worthy for sure!
Thank you so much, Pam! It’s amazing how much brighter the space is!
congratulations! looks amazing. and your organization is perfection. xo- maryjo
Thank you so much! Have a lovely week!
Kathryn what a transformation, this is gorgeous! The white paint made a huge difference. think I need to get busy on the area under my sink, thank you for the inspiration.
Thank you so much, Sandra! On Friday I’m doing a post detailing the under the sink organization. Hope you can pop back in for a look!
Kathryn, I LOVE your kitchen and your fabulous organization! The containers under your sink are my favorite too:):) Can you share a link to them. Under my sink is the one area in my kitchen I have not been able to organize well. These could solve my dilema. Wishing you a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving.
Thank you so much, Pinky! On Friday, I’m doing a post detailing all of the under the sink organization. Hope you will pop back in! Have a beautiful Thanksgiving!
Oh my gosh, I wish my under sink cupboards looked that organised! Beautiful transformation x
Thank you so much, Alicia! Hope you have a lovely week!
Wow, it’s amazing the difference a color of paint can make! Your kitchen is so beautiful in white! It helps motivate me to change the color of my kitchen! I like the granite with the new kitchen color! Keep enjoying your new made over kitchen!
Awe, thank you so much! Hope you have a lovely week!
Thank you for sharing! I love the colors – beautiful!
Thank you so much!
Wow! What an amazing transformation! Congratulations it’s truly beautiful!
Thank you for stopping by! Happy Thanksgiving!
It turned out beautiful! I’ve really enjoyed following this project every week <3 It looks bright and happy, and personally, I like the granite, it warms it up just enough and brings out the back splash a bit, but doesn't clash with the walls. Very nice.
Thank you so much, Ashley! We are really enjoying our brighter kitchen! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
It is so bright and airy! You have such an eye for design. Plus I love how organised you are. I hope you have some happy memories using your kitchen. Thanks for sharing with #bloggersbest x
Thank you so much, Sarah!
Wow!! Your kitchen is massive and painting the cupboards has made such a big difference in modernising it. I love the wallpaper you have chosen too! #bloggersbest
Thank you so much!
Wow, it’s stunning. I love this room layout, how lovely to not be shut off when you are cooking . i have to agree with your friends though, that undersink cupboard is a thing of beauty!
Thank you so much, Julie! It was so easy preparing Thanksgiving dinner in this kitchen! The layout is really quite amazing. Tonight I will have a post about the Under the Sink organization details and shopping sources. Hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving!
Count me in as one of the women that gasps at your under-sink storage. So pretty and organized! Totally in love. You did a great job! Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
Thank you so much! You’re too sweet! Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving!!
I have the kitchen you use to have! I do like the white and the tile versus wood – much easier to take care of. I thought I was organized and labeling etc. but you really ARE ORGANIZED! Thanks for sharing with Fiesta Friday.
Thanks so much, Judith! I really enjoyed the organizing bit, way over painting. LOL. Have a great week!
Wow, that is quite a transformation. First, I don’t think that I’ve ever seen that much storage. I would be in heaven. The white really lightens up the area and makes the stainless steel pop. Thanks for sharing on Sunday’s Best. I hope to see more of your inspirational posts.
Thank you so much, Rhonda! I really enjoyed preparing Thanksgiving in the space! Easiest big meal I ever made! Hope you have a lovely week!
Your kitchen turned out truly beautiful! I love the white cabinets and the wall color you chose and actually, everything! You did a great job. Thank you for sharing it with Party in Your PJs. I’ve pinned and shared.
Thank you so much, Teresa! I’m glad to have that project behind me! Hope you have a lovely week!
When I look at kitchens I try and imagine myself working in them, so with that first the layout of your kitchen is great, I always look for the space next to the stove, I love lots of work space on both sides of the stove. Everything is handy for food preparation and then your kitchen reveal is so amazing, so much brighter and so much storage how lucky you are, Im really jealous!! I have a dream of a nice kitchen some day.
Thank you for taking time to share your kitchen on #OMHGFF this week!! Pinned to my Dream Kitchen Board!! Lol
Wishng you a great week!
Thank you so much, Karren! It was a dream preparing Thanksgiving dinner in the new space. I hope you have a lovely week!
Kathryn, it’s beautiful. And I love the way you’ve organized your refrigerator and undersink area!
Thank you so much, Jean! Hope you have a lovely week!
Great Kitchen reveal. I am so tempted to paint my own cabinets to save money. I’m thinking I should just do it…lol
Thank you, Carmen! It’s quite a project, but so worth it! Have a lovely week!
Wow, it looks so refreshing and cheerful! I admire the organization ideas too.
Thank so much, Elena! Hope you have a lovely Holiday Season!
What an amazing transformation, I love a great makeover! Thanks for sharing with us at my Busy Beehives BEE PARTY!
Thank you so much, Julie! Have a great week!
What a transformation! And I love all the organization tips, too. Thanks for sharing with us at Fiesta Friday!
Mollie
Thank you so much!
Ohh I love it. Looks so fresh and pretty, you must be so pleased. Thanks for linking up to the #BloggersBests
Thank you so much, Helen!
It’s so bright and beautiful. Thanks for joining the To Grandma’s House We Go link party! Your post has been pinned!
Thank you so much, Sheri!
What an incredible transformation. I will be featuring this tonight at my Fall into Fall party. Please stop by and pick up an I’ve Been Featured button. Thanks. http://diybydesign.blogspot.com
Thank you so much, Judy!!
Kathryn, it really is gorgeous! I love how light and cheery it is. I would love to paint my cabinets white some day. 🙂 And girl, are you ever organized? Everything looks just wonderful! Thanksf or sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Thanks so much, Jann!!
Kathryn it is only fitting that you transform the kitchen. After all it is right next to that magnificent breakfast nook. The kitchen looks bright and sparkley and I love all of your organization tips.
Awe, thank you so much, Mary! Have a lovely Holiday Season!
Wow, you have an amazing kitchen, I’m jealous #brillblogs@_karendennis
Thank you so much, Karen! Have a lovely Holiday Season!
YOur kitchen is stunning beautiful like better homes and gardens beautiful!
Awe, you’re too sweet, Stephanie! Have a lovely Holiday Season!
I love your kitchen makeover! I love the white cabinets – it makes it seem more open! Fantastic job, enjoy! Thanks for linking up with Thursday Favorite Things! We love having you join us!
Thank you so much, Angelina! I’m so glad to have that project checked off my to do list! Now, onto the next one…lol.
Wow, what a great transformation!!! I love the white!
Thank you so much, Megan! Happy Holiday Season!
Your kitchen is absolutely gorgeous! So bright and cheery! Thanks so much for sharing at our Party in Your PJs.
Thank you so much, Nina! Happy Holiday Season!
This turned out so great. I definitely need to take a tour with mom, Betty!
Thanks so much!! Happy Holiday Season!
Sorry I did not include my picture. This is Debbie Daly, your past neighbor. I am enjoying your posts.
Debbie Daly!!! Oh, my word! How are you? It would be lovely to get together!