It's funny how things "bother" you. For years the rusted hinges and grungy hardware on our kitchen cabinets were like a burr under a saddle. When Eldest Son was putting in granite countertops in our kitchen, we decided this was the time to replace the hardware. The thing that really "sealed the deal" was 1. a small bonus at work to cover the cost, and 2. the Gardener bought himself a small power screwdriver. What a difference it made to an otherwise tedious project.
It dressed the cabinets up so much I'm not even sure they need that coat of paint I was thinking they did.
Before:
After:
I'm keeping this little blackboard painted plate in the kitchen to let Eldest know how
much we appreciate his gift to us!
I feel a little like a queen working in a kitchen as nice as this, though I'm fairly certain that queens don't cook!
Connecting to Between Naps on the Porch for Metamorphosis Monday
Connecting to Between Naps on the Porch for Metamorphosis Monday
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your new counters and hardware! :)
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing how something so small can make such a diffeence. I like your counters.
ReplyDeleteOh, what a pretty kitchen! Those little touches really make a big impact! Queens don't cook! :)
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
I can absolutely relate to the joys of new cabinet hardware. Our problem was the age of our cabinets-1921. Each handle was ever so slightly off the standard widths. We finally decided to paint the wood cabinets and were able to seal the holes and drill proper ones. We hired the painting and drilling done. I'm going to post old to new soon. I have a question. Do you think an electric screwdriver would be an appropriate Valentine's gift?
ReplyDeleteYes, queens cook. I do it 90% of the time!! = : )
Best,
Bonnie
Looks beautiful and O so pretty !
ReplyDeleteKammy
It looks great, Podso. I love the granite the new hardware looks good! Enjoy you lovely kitchen!
ReplyDeleteIt looks marvelous! Very pretty.
ReplyDeleteI love it this entire project, well done and what difference new hardware makes!
ReplyDeleteTerry
Your kitchen looks great! I love your backsplash!
ReplyDeleteLacy
Love your kitchen. It's really great!
ReplyDeletebeautiful, hardware is our cabinets jewelerly....a small thing that adds a hugh impact and lovely counter tops.
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janet
Your new hardware looks great. Looks like we have the same granite and stone backsplash. (My hardware is still ugly).
ReplyDeleteNo wonder you feel like a Queen in that kitchen - the counter top and hardware are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteDotsie,
ReplyDeleteLittle things like that really do make a difference. I replaced all the knobs and handles on my sewing cabinets.
Everyone should have an electric screw driver and keep it charged.
Beautiful kitchen.
Carol
Very nice. I love the countertops and the blue and white. :)
ReplyDeletePretty!
ReplyDeleteDotsie, that does look like a kitchen fit for a queen! Wow! That is a beautiful transformation and I love the chaulkboard gratitude!!
ReplyDeleteThe change makes the kitchen look updated. Very nice and I'm betting it feels really good when you use it. Jane
ReplyDeletePodso,
ReplyDeleteFit for a Queen, indeed! Lovely. M~m~m~. ..the new hardware is, truly, the "Crowning Jewel" of your cabinets! Your granite is gorgeous! Love the message. .. just for Josh! Thank you for sharing your "Heart of the Home"!
Fondly,
Pat
Your kitchen looks beautiful! We need to do similar renovations.
ReplyDeleteHi Podso, What a great make over .... and with such a little alteration too! You must enjoy being in such a lovely welcoming kitchen. I was given the Pioneer Women's cookbook for Christmas, it would be just right in your kitchen :0)
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful productive and creative 2011
Val xx Oxfordshire UK
I love me some brushed nickel... or whatever that is.
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ReplyDeleteI've always loved how new hardware can make such a huge difference. I'm all about changing things on the cheap for big results. Of course, you made a huge change with that lovely granite. Doesn't get much prettier than that! Enjoy your beautiful kitchen, queen!
ReplyDeleteBoth the countertops and hardware are great pick-me-ups...very cute! But I really think that it is so sweet that your boy did that for you and had to smile at his doing granite work reminded you of him as a little boy collecting rocks...
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
Rene'
This looks so great! Love the handles and the granite your son installed. I have wanted these in the St. Augustine kitchen for so long, and I love the grey. We hesitated doing it because the house is on the market, but I've just about decided to do it anyhow. Our actual residence has black ones, and I really like the grey better.
ReplyDeleteGreat job!
XO,
Sheila :-)