New here? Read about my kitchen renovation part 1 or part 2. I think I’m doing this a bit backwards. Today’s post will be about kitchen inspiration. Why? Well, because we decided to take a break from the kitchen reno this past weekend. We needed a weekend of just NOT dealing with it. I took …
I know in my own home I tend to use a lot of gray and beige because bold colors kind of frighten me. Can I live with them awhile or will I have to paint again (I despise painting, true story)? So, I think of other ways to bring color into my home in simple …
I think gold decor has gotten a bad rep, and I totally get why. It can look very 1986, but it also can look very 2014 and oh-so-chic. My fave gold finds and décor uses/ideas tend to feature a more matte finish rather than the flashy, tacky, shiny gold. So, for today’s top 5-esque post, …
Ever been to a restaurant where the free stuff they give you before the meal is sometimes almost as good as the actual meal? Like for instance, the kick ass pretzel bread at Le Cellier at Disney World (Epcot) or the amazing salsa at your favorite Mexican restaurant? Yes. And yes. Daniel and I ate …
Hi there! Welcome to my most popular post ever. I’ve since sold and moved from this home, but I wanted to update this post and state that the cabinets were in fabulous shape even four years after this post when we sold our home. We now live in a new home, and I hope you …
Source: Houzz.com with credit given to the designer in lower right hand corner. Notes/arrows added by me w/my fancy schmancy iPad app. What do the above kitchens have in common other than the fact they are not in house? I’ll give you a hint: they’re tall, dark and handsome. Espresso cabinets. Lurve. Oh my …