The Cottage- Part 3

The Cottage- Part 3

Kitchen & Details

Well, it's been busy here but,

I'm happy to report that my in laws were

moved into the cottage this weekend!

In case you missed the "befores"

click here to see Part 1.

To see how we lightened it up

click here to see Part 2.

Today I thought I would wrap up the

cottage postings with a few of the new details

and a complete tour of the kitchen transformation!

The Front Door 

Look closely, and you can still see the

bright Pepto pink left by the former owner.

While I do like pink, this color just would not do!

The door after one coat of dark gray!

This photo gives you a better look at the pink!

We were so blessed to come upon this beautiful

solid brass lock and handle set at 75% off! 

Sold! 

I love how the brushed bronze plays

against the white inside the door!

Ahhh... improvement!

The  Bedroom Closet

 While the inside of the closet is nice and roomy,

we felt it did not utilize the space in the best way.

We ended up taking down the single iron bar

and replaced it with two tiers of wire shelves.

Re-created Bathroom Light

Remember the original kitchen light?

The globe less bathroom fixture hanging

from the kitchen ceiling beam

finally found its way back to the bathroom!

Using some spray paint and three "free"

globes found at a local thrift store

we removed the Hollywood lights and

installed the former "kitchen" fixture!

(globes were free thanks to a $5 free coupon)

The Kitchen

Even though the kitchen is small,

it had both a new fridge and stove.

Like the rest of the house,

it needed just a little brightening!

My Mother-In-Law requested

that instead of leaving the cabinets white

that we mix it up and go yellow!

Great Idea!

So we created a spray box and

using our new paint sprayer..

sprayed both sides of the doors

then hung them

to dry in the closet!

I love the way they turned out!

On request, we also sprayed my MIL's

wonderful plate rack and then hung it above the sink.

Remember the old light?

I was blessed to find this one on clearance

for only $19.99!

The globes can be positioned to

light up the entire kitchen!

The counter, sink and faucet are all

in excellent condition.

We went with bronze knobs

to play off the bronze light fixture.

Wayne built a shelf for the microwave,

freeing more counter space!

Some daytime shots!

Thank you so much for visiting today.

I hope you have enjoyed the

cottage transformation as much as

I've enjoyed getting to share it with you!

Come spring,

we have some plans for the outside...

including...

power washing,

removing the awning over the kitchen window,

adding shutters,

landscaping,

landscape lighting,

fencing

and

 possible painting!

I am linking to Metamorphosis Monday

over at Between Naps on the Porch!

Thank you to our hostess Susan!

the finished ceiling