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A Love Affair

By Jordan | Before and After, Decorating

It is finally finished, and I am in love.  The cabinets are complete, and I couldn’t be happier with the final look.   I am not showing a step by step process because I followed the exact advice that John and Sherry gave on cabinet painting at  Young House Love.  Click here for their amazing step by step process for painting cabinets. If you want to see some of my progress, you can click here and here.


Here is the before with gold paint color and wood cabinets.

 

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 We lived with the gold cabinets and natural wood cabinets for a year.  Then my mom and I painted the walls light blue.  That helped tremendously because there finally was some contrast between the wall and cabinet colors.

 

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 This is the same view as above post paint job but after hours and hours of work.  Let’s call it a labor of love.

 

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 Now, here’s the other side of the kitchen work area.

 

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The lighting wasn’t the best when  I took this picture, but you get an idea of the impact.  It looks like a different house, doesn’t it???  We left the wood molding around the countertop the same as it was before for two reasons.  One – it matches the floor and ties the two spaces together.  Two – we were afraid that the wear and tear that area gets would cause the paint to chip or rub off.

 

 

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On the right of my kitchen is an area that the former owner used as a desk.  Since we already have a study/working office space, we were using this area as a catch-all.  It was our drop area for mail, etc.  I decided to make it into our coffee station, complete with a cappuccino sign I bought at Hobby Lobby.

 

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I made a basic tan skirt to cover up small appliances, and our basket of shoes and boots which we store on the shelves in this great area.   I used this basic color because I wasn’t sure which colors we would eventually use in the kitchen.

 

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When my mom was here, we selected  this colorful fabric that has a light blue background.  She made the new curtain.  It is so cute and a great way to add some fun color in the kitchen.

 

I can’t be happier with our new look.  For less than one hundred dollars, we took our kitchen from a “granny” look  to “a young couple lives here” look.  We are planning to buy new appliances early next year, but I don’t mind the old ones now.  I can live with them a little while longer since everything else is so bright and cheery.

 

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  1. Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says

    January 29, 2012 at 7:51 pm

    OH IT LOOKS AMAZING!!!!! You all did such an incredible job! I can see why you are so happy with it because it just looks beautiful.

  2. refresh restyle says

    January 29, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    Your cabinets look great! It looks like a different house! Love the coffee station too. I have a desk in the kitchen and I hate it. It catches too much stuff and always looks messy. You’ve given me an idea.
    Have a great week,
    Debbie

  3. Jen says

    January 29, 2012 at 10:28 pm

    What a difference! It truly looks terrific. Your hard work paid off!

    Jeannette

  4. Beth says

    January 30, 2012 at 8:39 am

    What an Awesome Transformation–I know you & Mr.Spring will enjoy this for years to come!

  5. Tricia says

    January 30, 2012 at 9:39 am

    I have the same cabinets in my bathrooms and have been thinking of staining them somehow. Maybe white is the way to go to match up with our white kitchen cabinets. This looks great. Thanks for sharing!

  6. Jane F says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:18 am

    I love your transformation. It’s a perfect job on the color selection which makes such a huge difference. It also makes the kitchen look larger and the detailing is great. It must feel wonderful to have it done. How great to have your Mom help. Jane

  7. Tisha @ Delectable Home says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:45 am

    I love it! The blue and white looks so fresh and airy. I like the coffee station too – that’s one of the things on my list of kitchen updates. I’d love it if you would share this at my very first linkup party and giveaway @ the Delectable Home.

  8. Karla says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:46 am

    I love it. I can’t wait to do my kitchen. I love your little coffee area. I need one of those. 🙂

  9. Maggie says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:49 am

    Wow! What a transformation! I’ve been thinking about painting my oak cabinets white, and this may be the inspiration that pushes me to do it. Thanks for sharing!

    Can’t wait to see your next project… 😉

    Maggie

  10. dee dee says

    January 30, 2012 at 11:34 am

    Your kitchen update is so bright and beautiful! Great job and on such a small budget (way to go!) dee dee

  11. Brooke @ Inside-Out Design says

    January 30, 2012 at 11:48 am

    It looks beautiful!! You’re right, it looks like a totally different kitchen. It’s amazing what paint can do. And what fun fabric you used in there also; very pretty!

  12. Kelly says

    January 30, 2012 at 12:35 pm

    Love the look of your newly painted cabinets. I am moving in about three weeks to a white kitchen. I have never had a while one so I am excited to decorate it! Your kitchen looks wonderful, what a change!

  13. Amanda says

    January 30, 2012 at 1:23 pm

    I love it! I was really hoping to see the “after” today. It reminds me of the kitchen at your parents’ old house a little bio bright and cheerful!

  14. Terry says

    January 30, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    Fantastic work, I love your counter top and that you left the “woody” edge. It looks like the kitchen has room to breathe.

  15. Mary @ Ms Redo says

    January 30, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    Looks fantastic – I know you must love being in your kitchen with this bright, “new” look! Thanks for sharing with us, I found your link at Between Naps. Hugs ~ Mary

  16. Pondside says

    January 30, 2012 at 10:55 pm

    Well done – it is beautiful. You will certainly have a lot of ‘sweat equity’ in your house!

  17. Jean @ Flower Hill says

    January 31, 2012 at 8:24 am

    Love the white! Loos beautiful!

  18. fiona says

    January 31, 2012 at 9:34 am

    Your kitchen transformation looks amazing – a totally different space. Congrats on completing it !

  19. Micki @addhousewife says

    January 31, 2012 at 9:48 am

    It looks terrific! Definitely brought the kitchen up to date!

  20. Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says

    January 31, 2012 at 10:03 am

    Wow – only $100 – it is fantastic. The sweat equity paid off – I love white kitchens and this one is a winner! So glad you joined our Impossibilities Challenge!
    Kelly

  21. Dormouse says

    January 31, 2012 at 10:16 am

    What a beautiful kitchen you now have! Your white cupboards make such a difference and that coffee station is a great idea. I bet you love cooking and working in there now. Well done!!

  22. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    January 31, 2012 at 10:28 am

    Your labor of love has really paid off! So bright and fresh and refreshing! So glad you linked up with out impossibilities challenge …

    Linda

  23. Kim@NewlyWoodwards says

    January 31, 2012 at 10:32 am

    Wow! This looks amazing! It’s just miraculous what a coat (or a few dozen coats) of paint can do for a kitchen. Those cabinets just pop now – I love the style of the cabinets at the paint just make them look brand new. I’m also loving the idea of the curtain – what a fun way to bring in a pop of color. I’ve been thinking of creating a curtain below our farmhouse sink (which currently has doors). My only fear is that my dogs will see it as an open invitation to get in the cabinet. =)

    What awesome work!

  24. sherry says

    January 31, 2012 at 11:45 am

    You did an excellent job, such a beautiful transformation. I love the blue walls. Congrats on your impossibility challenge.

  25. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    January 31, 2012 at 12:29 pm

    Awesome! The cabinets come out soooo great! And I love that colorful fabric. A big thanks to your mom for all of the help!!

    Thank you so much for joining the challenge!
    Karah

  26. Uncluttered Lifestyle says

    January 31, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    Gorgeous! What a difference a can of paint can make! BTW I love the name of your blog. Its so sweet to see a mother/daughter team.

  27. CAS says

    January 31, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Your transformation is amazing! You and your Mom “rock” as a team! It just looks so fresh and lovely.
    CAS

  28. RHome410 @ Friday is Pizza, Monday is Soup says

    January 31, 2012 at 3:09 pm

    You had great bones to start with (I love the little open shelves under the uppers), and it looks so amazing now with the new paint! Even the counter looks new and elegant now.

  29. Cindy says

    January 31, 2012 at 3:42 pm

    Beautiful!!! Your “new” white kitchen is light and fresh looking, and very pretty!
    Hugs, Cindy

  30. sherry says

    January 31, 2012 at 4:50 pm

    I LOVE your coffee station!!! I wish I had room for something like that. The whole kitchen looks amazing and fresh. What a coat of paint can do!
    Stunning Transformation.

  31. thistlewoodfarm says

    January 31, 2012 at 6:04 pm

    Amazing transformation! I love the new paint color! It looks like you conquered your “impossible.” Thanks for joining the party!
    blessings,
    karianne

  32. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    January 31, 2012 at 10:28 pm

    Every home that we have owned was new, so have not had to renovate a kitchen..I applaud you for the beautiful work you have done on the cabinetry. Your kitchen looks so bright and fresh!

  33. Tania Angelo says

    January 31, 2012 at 11:13 pm

    Wow, it looks beautiful! I have those same cabinets in my kitchen and have been contemplating paint them white myself but wondered what they would look like… now I know! 🙂 They look GREAT!!!

    Tania

  34. Laura@Ms Smartie Pants says

    February 1, 2012 at 12:01 am

    They look terrific! I am going to starting painting mine tomorrow!

  35. Ruthie says

    February 1, 2012 at 8:13 am

    Looks great … I can’t wait to paint my kitchen cabinets!

  36. Shirley says

    February 3, 2012 at 9:57 am

    The kitchen looks GREAT!!! Could you come do mine now?? I know, it’s a labor of love. I understand.

    Have a God Filled Day
    Shirley

    • Spring says

      February 3, 2012 at 9:59 am

      Shirley,

      It is a labor of love. I am hoping I never have to paint kitchen cabinets again. However when I go into my kitchen and see the new look it makes of for all the time and energy spent making them white.

      Cheers!

  37. FABBY says

    February 3, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    It almost looks like it’s on another house…boy, what a change! Fabulous, you did a terrific job!
    Happy weekend.
    FABBY

  38. ButterYum says

    February 6, 2012 at 9:09 am

    Amazing transformation! I’m showing this to my hubby!

    🙂
    ButterYum

  39. shannon olson says

    February 6, 2012 at 10:35 am

    great looking kitchen! amazing job, I too have a coffee station with a Kuerig in it! they are the best!

  40. Susan @ My Place to Yours says

    February 6, 2012 at 3:12 pm

    What a great pick-me-up! You all did a wonderful job, and I hope you enjoy the “new” for a long time!

    I also hope your readers will join Bloggers for Hope and send some Valentine love to “the least of these.” Check it out here: http://myplacetoyours.blogspot.com/2012/02/valentines-of-hope.html

  41. kristin says

    February 6, 2012 at 5:59 pm

    They are fabulous!!!! Featuring them tomorrow 🙂
    XO
    Kristin

  42. Rebekah says

    February 6, 2012 at 7:05 pm

    Coffee station! Yes! Thank you!
    Rebekah

  43. Georgia says

    February 7, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    This looks great! We are planning to paint our cabinets, I want to get started now!

  44. Teresa (Our Corner House) says

    February 10, 2012 at 12:25 am

    Oh Jordan, this is fantastic! It looks like a whole new room!! I love those little shelves below your cabinets. This was probably a ton more work than it seems but it is oh so worth it! -Teresa

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