Tuesday 8 October 2013

My Budget Cottage Kitchen Reveal-Before and After

 
No, I'm not kidding, I am finally revealing my budget kitchen make-over!
Since I made you wait so long I'll get right on with it.....
 
Before: The Honey Oak cabinets.
Nothing wrong with these...
However, the kitchen is only 9x22 feet and I felt white would make it look brighter and larger.
After.
After
Before...
After.
I painted everything white!
The cabinets, the walls, and even the table and chairs.
My hubby, Tim replaced the hanging light and the flooring.
Before...
All photos are from our first visit to the home with the Realtor.
The only thing that hasn't been changed is the refrigerator and the counter tops.
We replaced the fan and the stove, and applied a tin back splash.
Nothing fancy about this kitchen.
The plan was to do this on a budget and we did.
It was just over a thousand dollars-not bad I'd say!





And lastly, this is my busy corner.
I call it that because my husband says I have too much stuff tucked into this little eating corner!
I know he's right, buttoo bad, I love it.
And deep down I think he likes it too.
 
 
Now you know this isn't everything I have to show you, right?
There are a few additions  to the walls that I want to share too that weren't visible in these photos.
 
So if you will bare with me, I'll be back in a couple of days with more pictures.
Hope you're having a blessed Tuesday
Kimberly
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Partying here:
Before and After Wednesday
Twirl and Take A Bow
Homemade By You
DIY By Design Party
Dandelion Wishes Wednesday
Blissful White Wednesdays
Cottage Style Party #65
Round Up #85
Wow Me Wednesday
A Little Bird Told Me Wednesday
The Pinterest Party
Home and Garden Thursday
Share Your Cup Thursday
Treasure Hunt Thursday
Time Travel Thursday
 Tidbits and Tutorials at Stone Gable
Frugalicious Friday
Marvelous Monday Linky Party

 
 
 




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65 comments:

  1. Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces8 October 2013 at 02:09

    This turned out beautifully, Kimberly!

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  2. Nancy J8 October 2013 at 02:53

    I do like the new colour scheme, it looks brighter and so much larger? Nothing so good as starting out how you want it to be. Cheers, Jean.

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  3. Chris8 October 2013 at 04:01

    It's absolutely beautiful Kimberly. You did a fab job. Hugs, Chris
    http://chelencarter-retiredandlovingit.blogspot.ca/

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  4. Anonymous8 October 2013 at 04:48

    I love it! What a difference a little paint makes. Love the white and I love your little busy corner too.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  5. FlowerLady Lorraine8 October 2013 at 06:05

    What a happy difference! You and your hubby did a fantastic job. I love it.

    FlowerLady

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  6. Denise8 October 2013 at 07:12

    Looks great, so much brighter!

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  7. Anonymous8 October 2013 at 07:23

    It;s perfect, and the fact that you stuck to a budget is so important. No need for one to over spend to get the look they want that doesn't do damage to the credit. xox

    It's so bright and cheerful now!

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  8. Primitive Stars8 October 2013 at 07:24

    Morning Kimberly, love love love the kitchen make over, white and bright......Also love your busy corner too, that blue cupboard is so beautiful, great job, Blessings Francine.

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  9. Dawn8 October 2013 at 07:33

    Wow, so much better:) I like the detail you added over the cutouts, they stand out now. Perfect update!

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  10. Mary8 October 2013 at 07:48

    Really nice!

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  11. Pamela Gordon8 October 2013 at 07:58

    Wow Kimberly! You and Tim did a wonderful job on your kitchen makeover. I love it! It really looks like a country kitchen with all your vintage decor touches. Great job my friend! Did I see an old pay phone on the wall? Maybe you'll share that in your next post. Hugs, Pam

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  12. Kerin8 October 2013 at 08:36

    Kimberly,
    Your kitchen turned out just great!
    Love a painted kitchen :)
    I love your 'busy corner' too.... every home needs a place where all the good stuff is **grin*.

    Warm wishes....
    Kerin

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  13. Meadowcreek8 October 2013 at 08:43

    Great transformation! I love your white cabinets. I recently painted our laminate counters black to go with the white cabinets, and I love the look of them now. I like your "busy corner"; it looks nice and cozy.

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  14. Debbie8 October 2013 at 08:45

    love it! your right too..much brighter. I love your little busy corner too btw! I am still wanting to paint my cupboards I am going to show my hubby your transformation for motivation, lol Enjoy your day!

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  15. Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things8 October 2013 at 09:20

    It turned out great! Painting everything white, makes the kitchen much brighter!

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  16. Junkchiccottage8 October 2013 at 09:54

    Kimberly,
    It is beautiful. Bravo a great job!! Love it.
    Kris

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  17. Farm Girl8 October 2013 at 09:57

    You guys did such a nice job. It looks so pretty. I love every thing about it but my favorite is the turquoise cabinet in the corner.
    I just love that. Good Job!

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  18. Pondside8 October 2013 at 09:59

    Well done! I love a realistic re-do and this is one. You've really made a difference to your kitchen without going over-the-top.

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  19. Unknown8 October 2013 at 10:24

    It looks fab and you made the right choice painting the cabinets, white...perfect! Great job.

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  20. Sandy Livesay8 October 2013 at 10:25

    Kimberly,

    Waiting patiently for more pictures :-)

    I love what you've already done and allow us to see.

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  21. polkadotpeticoat8 October 2013 at 10:34

    Beautiful.....what a wonderful change.
    I just finished not to long ago painting my trim white and I'm loving it too! Heidi

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  22. polkadotpeticoat8 October 2013 at 10:34

    Beautiful.....what a wonderful change.
    I just finished not to long ago painting my trim white and I'm loving it too! Heidi

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  23. Lisa @ Two Bears Farm8 October 2013 at 10:45

    I love how bright it all is!

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  24. Susie8 October 2013 at 10:51

    Kimberly, Kudos to you and your husband...you have revived your kitchen. It looks so "new" The flooring really made a difference too. Enjoy. xoxo,Susie

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  25. Christine8 October 2013 at 12:24

    Now I have things in perspective.
    Great team work. You did just what I would of done. The white was the way to go. Pictures say it all!

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  26. debi8 October 2013 at 12:48

    Kimberly, It looks so great! I love the three cut outs above the table! I really love your white cabinets, what a great improvement.

    Whats for dinner? :-)


    Hugs!

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  27. Heather{Our Life In a Click}8 October 2013 at 14:27

    I love love love it!!! 3 loves, I tell ya!! The paint makes it look so fresh and new. It makes me REALLY want to paint my cabinets now too! Great job!

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  28. corners of my life8 October 2013 at 18:23

    White is so fresh and fun . . .

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  29. Faye Henry8 October 2013 at 18:41

    It looks wonderful and bright.. I would love to paint my cupboards but hubby.. Never mind.. grin. xo

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  30. Connie8 October 2013 at 20:37

    Your hard work has paid off. It looks lovely, Kimberly.

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  31. Vee8 October 2013 at 20:42

    Oh it does look bigger and brighter and I love the decorative touches that you've added. You were brave to paint those chairs...I've considered it having some very similar and have always nixed it...still, they look marvelous! (If I didn't hate painting so much, I'd some just like them. ☺)

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  32. Janettessage.blogspot.com8 October 2013 at 21:43

    Awesome job...it is just great!!

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  33. Sweet Bee Cottage8 October 2013 at 23:33

    Simple transformation but oh so fabulous! You've really made it sparkle!

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  34. Maureen Wyatt9 October 2013 at 00:37

    Amazing makeover for very little money especially since your replaced flooring too!

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  35. SImple and Serene Living9 October 2013 at 07:02

    It looks wonderful, Kimberly. Everything is so bright. It will be so cozy this winter when it is bleak and gray outside. xo Laura

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  36. Anonymous9 October 2013 at 08:12

    Visiting with you via Vee. You have done an outstanding job with your kitchen. It looks pretty and so much bigger now. Enjoy!

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  37. Maryann9 October 2013 at 08:34

    Love how much brighter it looks. I have always wanted to paint my cabinets but have been nervous about trying it. Yours look wonderful

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  38. Betsy Banks Adams9 October 2013 at 09:45

    Wow--I love it, Kimberly. You did GREAT... Love the new light over the table.... AND--your colors really brightened the room... Congrats.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  39. Debbie9 October 2013 at 10:19

    I clicked on over here from Vee's place, and I have to tell you how much I love your cottagey kitchen. It is very much my taste!

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  40. ellen b.9 October 2013 at 10:49

    Clicking over from Vee's! Well done. Love the redo. Everything looks so much lighter and brighter!

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  41. Kathleen Grace9 October 2013 at 11:12

    Just beautiful! I love white kitchens, and it really does brighten things up:>)

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  42. Lorrie9 October 2013 at 11:27

    Beautiful kitchen reno, Kim. I know it's a lot of work doing all that painting - congratulations! It looks wonderful.

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  43. Cheryl 9 October 2013 at 12:11

    Popping in from Vee's this morning to see you kitchen makeover.

    Wow! It's beautiful...so charming and fresh and bright! We painted our cabinets a couple of years ago, so I can appreciate all the work that went in to this project. Great job!!

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  44. Cheryl 9 October 2013 at 12:12

    Ack!
    *your* kitchen makeover...

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  45. Little Birdie Blessings9 October 2013 at 13:17

    Love it, so much more inviting. Visiting here from Vee's. ~ Abby

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  46. Poppy9 October 2013 at 17:34

    Kimberly! I am enchanted with your colours, accessories and wall art, not to mention your all white philosophy, for a charming kitchen that is welcoming and warm.

    Enjoy cooking up a storm, (which should be a breeze), for your Thanksgiving Day!

    Poppy

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  47. Fuzzy Slippers9 October 2013 at 17:42

    Oh my goodness you did such a wonderful job of making a cozy white kitchen! Thanks for sharing this!!

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  48. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz9 October 2013 at 18:14

    Wow Kimberly- this looks great- you made it look so cute! I like the way you created the 4 hole design now that the handles are gone. Love the bead board back splash and all the lace covered jars!

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  49. ornate splendor9 October 2013 at 18:53

    Beautiful, Kimberly! Especially love how you put the pretty gingerbread pieces above the 3 niches - fabulous! And the tin backsplash is pretty too. Well done! Catherine (newest follower of your blogging adventures!) : )

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  50. Coloring Outside the Lines9 October 2013 at 19:51

    I think it looks wonderful...white always brightens up a kitchen.

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  51. Judy 9 October 2013 at 22:24

    I came over from Vee's blog. Beautifully done!

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  52. Pamela9 October 2013 at 22:42

    Your makeover looks wonderful! Thanx for sharing it at THT.

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  53. Paula10 October 2013 at 12:04

    Gorgeous!

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  54. Brenda Pruitt10 October 2013 at 15:50

    It looks like an entirely different kitchen! I emailed you and said I like white, but forgot to say I need white cabinets too. I LOVE your table and chairs!
    Brenda

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  55. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson10 October 2013 at 18:18

    Kimberly, oh yes it certainly did lighten up your kitchen. Love it! It looks so cheery and welcoming. Love the tin behind the stove and the white chairs. I love your little corner and think it's just right! So happy to have you share this with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  56. Donna10 October 2013 at 23:31

    Great job!!! The kitchen is so much brighter and cheerful now.

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  57. ibshell11 October 2013 at 02:53

    Who doesn't love a great before and after?! Beautiful job!!

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  58. Salmagundi11 October 2013 at 10:29

    Always love a white kitchen, and yours turned out lovely! We are finishing up a kitchen redo, also -- will have a reveal on my blog next week. Unfortunately, ours wasn't a budget redo - we've done that so many times that it was time for a final reincarnation!! Sally

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  59. Curtains in My Tree11 October 2013 at 13:43

    I LOVE WHITE PAINT LOL

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  60. Amber's Snippets of Design12 October 2013 at 19:23

    Hi! :)
    Visiting from Decor by Eva's linky party...great job!
    I joined you on Pinterest & Bloglovin ;)

    xo,
    amber

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  61. ~Lavender Dreamer~14 October 2013 at 09:38

    It really does look fabulous. And I love the details...especially over the openings at your table. I have an all white kitchen with black countertops. I love it...even the white appliances! heehee! ENJOY!!!

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  62. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson16 October 2013 at 15:42

    Hi Kimberly, just hopping back to let you know that I will be featuring you at SYC this week.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  63. Sherri B.17 October 2013 at 23:49

    Wow Kimberly, this is fantastic! It is hard to believe you did it for $1,000..it looks great! xo

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  64. nannykim15 January 2014 at 18:42

    Soooooooooo much better--looks really nice now!

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  65. Danni@SiloHillFarm16 January 2014 at 05:20

    Wow! That's quite a change for not too much money! I love the fresh look of the white! I'm in the middle of a kitchen reno myself, so I was happy to find your post. Also happy to be a new follower via GFC. Thank you for sharing this. Looking forward to more fun posts!

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All of your comments are read and much appreciated.
You are dear and lovely friends!