All That and the Kitchen Sink

As much as I love a clean, modern, uncluttered space there is something I really love about these photos.  I think it is the warm and cozy feeling of a much loved and used space.  I love all the warm, worn wood, stainless steel , and pottery.  Coming up later today some sneak peaks at my scores from yesterday's flea market!

Photos from top to bottom: Roland Bello, Sandra Juto, Hugh Stewart, Paul Ryan-Goff,  J. Morgan Puett by Simon Upton.

Last Touches for Kitchen

My parents came to visit and were here for close to 5 days. With their help we were able to put some final touches on the kitchen! I am so excited that we finally have these shelves in place. It helps give a little extra counter space. Michael and my dad worked on setting up the studs for the shelves for a few days. They had to cut the wall out and reinforce with wood! And I am sooo excited that we finally finished the counter extension behind the stove. With some tips and pointers from my dad I was able to give this piece of wood Michael and I found, a natural stain and several coats of a water based satin finish seal. For the legs we had purchased several different legs to try from IKEA but none seemed quite right and I just couldn't get the idea of using the galvanized plumbing pipes out of my head. After a little elbow grease, a lot of measuring, and trips to home depot I think we got it just right! We were even able to make a foot rest for when you are sitting at the bar. (That was my mom's idea). My dad thought of the cute idea to use the reducers as feet! I love the end result!! I'm already thinking of new things I can make with the plumbing and have a little list going on in my head.

Let there be Light!

After close to a year, we finally have lights in the kitchen! The wiring was super wonky here but in the end it worked out and i can't believe they are finally in place!