Almost done!

Don't look too closely where you'll see certain spots where there's another coat of paint needed. :) I love it! The kitchen looks great!

Some things just hit the spot.

And Sonic's Chicken Sandwich was it today.

Experimenting...

There's something about mis-tints in the paint department that make me happy.

Maybe it's because it takes the guess work out of finding that "perfect" color because it limits your selection and you make yourself love it anyway.

Or maybe because you can get a gallon of paint for an insanely low price.
















The only thing I overlooked...


















Was that this paint is oil based.

Shucks. I don't like oil based paint. It takes (as it claims) 8-10 hours to dry. And the smell is so potent I nearly get lightheaded from it. Also it's a mess to clean up.

So I had no idea of what I would be doing with this paint as it sat untouched on my shelf.

Until I decided to paint the kitchen.


















I thought about spray painting the faded and worn brass pulls. But why if I already had the paint to make these look as good as new? I decided to dip part of the pull in the paint to see how it worked (if the paint would adhere and stay that way). One thing I've found is that oil-based paint is terribly durable and will stick to just about anything...and a beast to remove from your skin if you don't have the proper thinner. ;)

I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

Cashmere White

This is my most trusted color for "white" in a home. Not too bright, not too grey/yellow/beige; just perfect and creamy.

(By the way, Cashmere White is not a Glidden color, but a KILZ color!)

After two coats of this, the cabinets will be done! ....once I figure out what to do with the drawer pulls, that is. :-/ Not sure if I should spray them or leave them.

Primer is about done!

Wahoo! The kitchen is looking insanely brighter already. I love it!!

Getting started!

I've already done the faux wood paneling in the kitchen and kiddos' room, now it'll all flow together. :D

And since this is a rental, I don't know how much I can do with the wallpaper. We'll see...the fact that the property management allowed me do what I've done already with the house has been a pleasant surprise.

Dear Kitchen Cabinets

I love you. I really, really do. You aren't made of the newer, cheaper, wood that cabinets are made of today and I've had no problems with you in the 17 months we've lived here.

But...you're dated (27 years old to be exact) and looking tired. Fortunately I have plenty of primer and paint left from the last room I finished and with that we are going to give you your much needed facelift.

You're gonna look fabulous! I know it!

Signed~
The one who sees the real beauty in you.