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Painted Cabinets

February 22, 2010 by Chris

When my mom told me that I had finally convinced her to paint her kitchen cabinets, I said one thing, “Make sure you take before photos!”.  Here’s what she sent.kitchen

Oh, and this one.  From two years ago.  And my daughter is wearing make up.  Ack!family_08_004[1] Luckily, the before pictures (or lack thereof) aren’t the focus of this show.  It took some convincing, but she painted them—and then some!

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She replaced the flooring, painted the walls, added some trim, and had recessed lighting put in.  I just said paint the cabinets, Mom! 😉

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I’ve spent countless hours in this kitchen, so the memories of meals with my mom and dad took precedence over the dark cabinets.  However, with all the changes in her bathrooms, it just seemed like the next natural step.  IMG_0453

Of course, I think my mom’s talent lies in the details.   

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My heart gets all fuzzy when I stand at the sink.  She may not have a window view, but I think this is pretty close.  You done good, Mom!

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Well, hello. Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began...
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About Chris

Well, hello. Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began...

Comments

  1. Magic Brush says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:13 am

    Oh yeah, that wreath behind the sink is cute to boot!!!!! Love it all!

  2. Andrea says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:14 am

    Adorable. Again I have to say that it is amazing what you can do with paint. It looks like a whole new space.

    I am sure there will be many more wonderful memories made in that kitchen. Even more memorable after all that hard work.

  3. Brittany says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:26 am

    beautiful! i'm painting my cabinets this weekend because we just bought a fixer-upper! i hope my turn out so great but i really dread it!

  4. mary'smom says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:27 am

    Wow!

  5. Beth@The Stories of A to Z says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:48 am

    Love it. And it makes me want to paint my own cabinets. But…I won't. Your mom did a fantastic job! Yay Momma JAG!

  6. Misty says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:49 am

    I can see that AWESOMENESS runs in the family!!!!

  7. Vee says

    February 22, 2010 at 6:01 am

    Wow, beautiful! What a difference a little white paint (and some added personal touches) can make! =]

  8. ProudNana says

    February 22, 2010 at 6:06 am

    I love it!!! I have a remodel coming up this spring, adding on and some major kitchen/dining room changes. Your mom's colors are sooo close to what I have in my head 😀

  9. {The Classy Woman} says

    February 22, 2010 at 6:12 am

    Wow, what a great job! That is a lot of painting! I'm sure she's just thrilled with the outcome.

    It is inspiring me to tackle our 90's kitchen cabinets. Same sort of inset pattern, but ours are a lighter oak.

  10. Marianne@Songbird says

    February 22, 2010 at 6:45 am

    Well I guess it is no secret anymore where you got your talent from. Love the kitchen makeover!

  11. TanyaLea says

    February 22, 2010 at 7:26 am

    Looks like you mom has caught the 'itch' !! 😉 …it's amazing what some paint and new hardward can do! Good for her!!!

    Have a blessed week!<><
    ~Tanya

  12. daph-a-dills says

    February 22, 2010 at 7:55 am

    Oh I LOVE your mums kitchen….its gorgeous and a jobe well done indeed. PS: LURVE the eye candy over the sink 🙂

  13. Alysa@atticgals.blogspot.com says

    February 22, 2010 at 8:25 am

    How did she do it? I so want to try this but feel overwhelmed by doing this. Did she follow any instructions or special paint or what? I know kitchen cabinets are hard. way to go . It looks awesome. alysawhitlock@yahoo.com

  14. Mrs. Dew says

    February 22, 2010 at 11:18 am

    This looks amazing! Great job!

  15. Danielle says

    February 22, 2010 at 11:47 am

    I love this. I want to do it but I'm afraid of having chipped paint all over and it looking even worse. What's a girl to do?!? Any tips??

  16. Astrid says

    February 22, 2010 at 11:51 am

    Gorgeous transformation!! It really looks like a completely different kitchen!

  17. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    February 22, 2010 at 12:22 pm

    They look great,Chris! I just did a post looking for inspiration on painted cabinets. I really want to do ours and it would help my argument to have pics to show hubby. I'm adding your Mom's to the mix! Please thank her for sharing!

  18. Jodee Leader says

    February 22, 2010 at 12:54 pm

    These pictures make me want to paint everything white in my house! I love it! She did a super great job!

  19. Cyndi @ 6 Ring Circus says

    February 22, 2010 at 1:11 pm

    They look AWESOME! When I saw the "before" cabinets I thought they were MINE! Tell your mom she has inspired me to get off my arse and make them look better. Now that I know it CAN be done! :o)

  20. kpmattingly says

    February 22, 2010 at 1:38 pm

    Big difference! That looks great!

  21. Andrea says

    February 22, 2010 at 1:39 pm

    WOW you have just inspired me to paint mine!! What type of paint did she use?? You can see where you get your talent from 🙂

  22. ABandCsMom says

    February 22, 2010 at 1:50 pm

    LOVE it! Dumb question…what's the prep for painting kitchen cabinets? I would really like to change up my kitchen and do it in the most inexpensive way possible.

  23. Elizabeth (blue clear sky) says

    February 22, 2010 at 2:08 pm

    Such an affordable way to update her kitchen. It looks fabulous. Love the little wreath too.

  24. Kaye says

    February 22, 2010 at 2:10 pm

    I love your Mom's new kitchen!!! She did a great job!!

    I think it is awesome that you and your Mom have this decorating-thing in common!

    Your blog is so inspiring; bring on the paint!

    Kaye

  25. Danielle and Clint says

    February 22, 2010 at 2:11 pm

    WOW! Fab after!! Paint rocks my socks!

  26. Sheri says

    February 22, 2010 at 2:18 pm

    Looks wonderful! It's amazing how a little paint can really brighten up a place!

  27. Jill says

    February 22, 2010 at 2:36 pm

    OMG amazing transformation! Can you do a post with how to paint cabinets? Mine are in desperate need, but I don't know where to start!

  28. Creative Decor by Brooke says

    February 22, 2010 at 2:37 pm

    I will be doing this one day. It has inspired me. I'm sure that is one big job, but so worth it. It looks great.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Brooke

  29. Juggling Thoughts says

    February 22, 2010 at 4:37 pm

    My husband and I are about to move into our first home, and want to paint the cabinets white. What process did she go through to make sure she really coated them well?

    Did she sand them? Or just simply paint? And what color did she use?

  30. ~Chandelier No. 4~ says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:03 pm

    Great job 'mom'! Would love to hear how she painted them (what she used, how many coats, etc). Done a lot of research lately, but have yet to decide which is the best method.

  31. Sweetpeamommie says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:17 pm

    Hi,

    Kitchen looks great! Any chance you could find out the brand and name of paint on the walls? Love it! Thanks!

  32. Irene says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:17 pm

    Great job mom! She did a terrific job and now that kitchen looks light and welcoming.

  33. sfretwell says

    February 22, 2010 at 5:22 pm

    They look so good!! I am with some of the other people…How did she do it? What paint, process, ect. did she do? I am debating between painting or staining our kitchen cabinets right now.

    Thanks for sharing! You both have the most amazing talent!!!

    Stephanie
    sfretwell@suddenlink.net

  34. New Every Morning says

    February 22, 2010 at 6:07 pm

    Girl, you've got some good genes!
    It looks amazing!

  35. Richella says

    February 22, 2010 at 6:29 pm

    Wow! This looks great! Your mom did a wonderful job. How nice for her to have a consultant right in the family!

    Isn't it funny how taking "before" photos is just part of what we do now? I never took "before" photos before i had a blog. Now I can't bear to begin a project without snapping a photo first. 🙂

  36. Staci says

    February 22, 2010 at 6:45 pm

    our mom did a great job! Can you ask her where her paper towel rack came from, I love it.

  37. Amanda says

    February 22, 2010 at 8:04 pm

    What color did she use? It doesn't look white but a nice cream color? I'm thinking about painting my bedroom furniture but don't want a stark white color.

  38. Blarney says

    February 22, 2010 at 9:05 pm

    Do you think she was sheepishly asking for your permision to remodel things? I find whenever my Dad is asking it's more because he isn't sure he should change anything … for memories sake. She did great! Can't wait to see more of her projects. Maybe she should write a blog feature from time to time. Just a thought. 🙂

  39. Dana D says

    February 22, 2010 at 9:17 pm

    Oh, my! I ADORE the green glass canisters in the before picture! They are crazy-gorgeous! I think I'm coveting them! 🙂

  40. Miss Mustard Seed says

    February 22, 2010 at 9:27 pm

    I love the white cabinets. I just can't wait to paint mine!

  41. Stacey @ The Blessed Nest says

    February 22, 2010 at 11:30 pm

    What a pretty kitchen! Your mom did a fabulous job! Love the wreath with the birdie over the sink ;)!
    Blessings,
    Stacey

  42. Carmie - the Single Nester says

    February 23, 2010 at 12:25 am

    I love it! White cabinets look beautiful.

  43. sissie says

    February 23, 2010 at 1:03 am

    It's amazing what painting the cabinets did for your Mom's kitchen.

    Great job.

    Sissie

  44. Michelle @ My Nest Now says

    February 23, 2010 at 1:35 am

    Amazing transformation! Love the bird ^^

  45. Mandi @ Finding Home says

    February 23, 2010 at 1:52 am

    Oh how I love white cabinets. You're momma did good!

  46. Jill Elaine says

    February 23, 2010 at 2:09 am

    Wow! Great job! Tell your Mom she rocks!!!

  47. Melanie says

    February 23, 2010 at 2:12 am

    She did do good. Go mom!

  48. Kristen says

    February 23, 2010 at 2:48 am

    Your mom is so cute…she did a great job. Tell her I am a scare-dee-cat about painting my cabinets. But if she can do it…

  49. Jessica Hills says

    February 23, 2010 at 4:59 am

    The cabinets look so great! Love the whole thing.

  50. Anonymous says

    February 23, 2010 at 12:31 pm

    What a fantastic change!!! I'm not always for painting cabinets, but these look simply marvelous! The entire kitchen is just BEAUTIFUL!

    ~Jennifer

  51. Lea Liz says

    February 23, 2010 at 2:20 pm

    what an amazing change!!! I have been trying to talk my husband into letting me paint my cabinets white and change the knobs until we have saved up to get new ones!! How long did this take her? What kind if paint did she use?

  52. Melissa @ The Inspired Room says

    February 23, 2010 at 3:31 pm

    That is awesome. It looks fantastic. I mentioned my mom and her talents today in my post too. Very inspiring, they are!!!

  53. Jamie says

    February 23, 2010 at 4:03 pm

    Wow! What a difference! And your mom did a great job with the accessorizing!

  54. jomama says

    February 23, 2010 at 11:40 pm

    did SHE paint the cabinets or did she have them painted? I want more details on the process- steps taken, paint used, hits and tips, lessons learned, etc. I'm trying to convince my sister to paint hers and I'd love to use this as encouragement. well done mom!

  55. Sarah Sarniak says

    February 24, 2010 at 1:00 am

    This looks amazing! You had some really good bones to work with.

  56. Delightful Dwelling says

    February 24, 2010 at 2:24 am

    It looks amazing, so bright and cheerful. I love the wreath and bird above the sink, too cute.

  57. Christina hearts says

    February 24, 2010 at 4:48 pm

    I love the "view" in the kitchen. That's a great idea!

  58. Ruth says

    February 25, 2010 at 12:34 am

    It looks amazing!!! I am using these pictures to show my husband and maybe get him to agree to paint our cabinets.

    Ruth

  59. Rebecca says

    March 2, 2010 at 12:14 am

    Beautiful! Wondering what paint color she used? I am planning on painting my kitchen cabinets this spring also. 🙂
    rebeccahalverson80@hotmail.com

  60. The Nunn's says

    March 14, 2010 at 3:21 am

    Okay, I am just like everyone else, did she use "the paint"???? The BM wood/metal paint? I got some for my front door and it came out great. Loved it.

  61. Kitchen says

    April 1, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    I find whenever my Dad is asking it is more because they is not definite they ought to alter anything. for memories sake. They did great! Cannot wait to see more of her projects. Perhaps they ought to write a weblog feature from time to time.

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