Ok, well maybe not THAT extreme BUT lol, anyone who has been reading my blog for ANY length of time, I've talked about wanting to have kitchen remodeled. We've been in our house now ten years. The kitchen is the ORIGINAL kitchen that was put in this house in the 70's....
Isn't that horrible lol. I HATED my kitchen. I used it, but you know lol.
How about a few more before pics...
Now, these were all the progress shots I got because we left for 10 days for vacation (another post lol).
When I got back this is what I saw (he still isn't completely finished, his tools are still on the floor in one of the pics lol)
Isn't it BEAUTIFUL?? LOL
Hardwoods in the kitchen and dining room. We are going to pull up every thread of carpet and put hardwoods in the entire house. CAN NOT WAIT.
Sorry for the blurry pic lol. I LOVE the lighting!!
This might be my favorite light lol. A spotlight on a clean sink lol.
I just had to repeat this picture because I'm so happy about my kitchen. I thank God for working the way He does so we could FINALLY get this done. I LOVE it!! Might not be a chef's kitchen but it's MINE! lol
It's lovely. I hope you enjoy it for many years to come. We put hardwoods down on all of our floors (except for tile in the bathroom and hall) and I am happy to be rid of all carpet.
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
Posted by: Tracey | August 07, 2011 at 09:07 PM
You kitchen looks great! You don't have to make deprecating comments to justify what your family could do. If it's what you can afford and you love it, so be it! You cook, that makes you a "chef", so it's a "CHEF'S KITCHEN"! Enjoy!
Posted by: Erica B. | August 07, 2011 at 09:43 PM
It looks beautiful - enjoy !
Posted by: Claire S. | August 07, 2011 at 10:17 PM
*cartwheels* :)
Posted by: LadyLee | August 07, 2011 at 10:52 PM
Got my praise shoes on for you girl, about to cut me a step for you! God is good, and your kitchen looks beautiful! And let's not talk about those floors, gorgeous!
Posted by: Candice | August 08, 2011 at 12:45 AM
Your new kitchen looks gorgeous so far! God is good!!!
Posted by: Shawnta | August 08, 2011 at 12:59 AM
Your kitchen is beautiful. Love it all. We finished putting wood floors in when my father was staying with us when he broke both sides of his pelvis in a car accident. I love love love them. I thought I would want carpets on them but we couldn't get them while Dad was in his wheelchair and ended up loving not having carpet at all. Easy to keep clean and far less alergy problems.
Posted by: Beth Conkwright | August 08, 2011 at 07:22 AM
Gorgeous! Enjoy your new kitchen!
And I totally feel you on hardwood floors. Carpet is for the birds.
Posted by: sayitlikethis | August 08, 2011 at 07:44 AM
I sooooooo understand how you feel about your old kitchen! My kitchen is original to the house which was built in 1964. I'm saving my money to remodel that sucker. Congratulations on your kitchen remodel!!!! Enjoy :)
Posted by: CarlaF-in Atlanta | August 08, 2011 at 07:50 AM
I love it! It looks really good. THere is nothing like a brand new kitchen. The lighting is fab too! Congrats. I know you can't wait to cook something.
Posted by: K. Rock | August 08, 2011 at 07:53 AM
Wow. That is gorgeous. I know you are so happy it's done, and I am happy for you.
Posted by: manecoarse | August 08, 2011 at 08:30 AM
Your kitchen looks beautiful! That is something my husband wants to tackle one day. Right now we are working on my sewing room! LOL! Love your kitchen.
Posted by: Jada | August 08, 2011 at 08:33 AM
Congratulations! Your kitchen looks beautiful; now go and cook that delicious Baked Tilapia with Veggies recipe. lol
Posted by: Roxann | August 08, 2011 at 08:42 AM
it's beeeutiful! enjoy!
Posted by: momy4him | August 08, 2011 at 09:31 AM
Congrats!! It looks great! I can't wait to have my kitchen re-done. I keep telling hubby that it will make me want to cook more. *lol* He isn't buying it!
Posted by: MrsTDJ | August 08, 2011 at 10:17 AM
Nice looking kitchen! Congratulations and Happy Cooking!
Posted by: Sheri D. Maple | August 08, 2011 at 11:04 AM
It IS beautiful! Congratulations & enjoy!
Posted by: narcissaqtpie | August 08, 2011 at 11:04 AM
I LOVE your cabinets and yes that spotlight is haute!! I can't wait to buy my first home. I love the look of hardwood floors too and would like them through out.
Posted by: mzinspiredmind | August 08, 2011 at 11:13 AM
It's beautiful. We're pulling up our carpet, too. Good times :)
Posted by: TJ | August 08, 2011 at 11:34 AM
Beautiful kitchen!!! We just pulled up the carpeting in the living and dining rooms and had the hardwood floors refurbished. Love them!!! Now just to get all the furniture moved back in, OH MY!!!
Posted by: Bunny | August 08, 2011 at 12:47 PM
I LOVE IT! Congratulations!
Posted by: Pam | August 08, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Its so pretty! You have the backsplash! And I love that lighting above the cabinet. That's so awesome! I can't wait to see what other remodeling you do.
It's funny that you've been saying you wanted a new house and maybe this is the "new house" actually coming together.
Posted by: Monique | August 08, 2011 at 12:52 PM
Yay for the new kitchen! I was just in the hardware store admiring light fixtures for my future kitchen *sigh*
Posted by: Sha Boogie | August 08, 2011 at 01:06 PM
I love it. It's so warm and inviting. Seventies kitchen. Yuck! LOL!
OK hardwoods throughout...Can't wait for that one. I'm with you on that too. I love hardwoods and travertine tiles.
Posted by: monique | August 08, 2011 at 01:52 PM
I love remodeling! Lovely redo and I know it feels good. You'll find yourself walking through and smiling just looking at it.
Posted by: Thomisia | August 08, 2011 at 02:56 PM
It's so wonderful! I looooooove hardwood floors and hate that my apartment is carpeted. The color scheme is so inviting, I may have to come down I-20 and cook myself a meal! LOL
Posted by: toni | August 08, 2011 at 04:23 PM
Very happy for you! If this was done while you were gone, that's even better!
Posted by: artbeth | August 08, 2011 at 08:24 PM
WOW!! Great job! It looks amazing.
Posted by: Kim | August 08, 2011 at 09:12 PM
you are so silly I did not want to go to bed without telling you that your kitchen looks beautiful. And I love the pendant lighting over the kitchen
Posted by: Carla | August 08, 2011 at 09:57 PM
Your remodeled kitchen is absolutely beautiful!! May you enjoy it for many years to come. God is so Good!!!
Posted by: Patricia Richardson | August 08, 2011 at 10:46 PM
Welcome back and your kitchen is lovely. Love the cabinets and hardware. I know you will really enjoy creating all your wonderful dishes in your wonderful new space!!!
Posted by: Pam W | August 09, 2011 at 06:14 AM
Your kitchen is beautiful and I'm happy for you. Love the floors!
Posted by: LyNn | August 09, 2011 at 01:45 PM
Beautiful kitchen and Happy Cooking!!
Posted by: Cynthia | August 09, 2011 at 03:12 PM
beautiful
Posted by: shakhan | August 09, 2011 at 08:15 PM
Congratulations, I'm with Roxann go cook that baked Talapia and Veggies and also that Baked Pizza Spaghetti. I always come back to your site to get thoses recipes every time I want to make those. I don't know why I just can't write it down. :)
Posted by: Netta Boo | August 10, 2011 at 06:36 AM
I love the color you put on the walls! Congrats on the remodel, it's beautiful! I need more storage in my kitchen so I think I'm gonna add an island. Hopefully I can pull that off some time in the (not so distant) future ;-)
Posted by: KeeKee | August 10, 2011 at 02:18 PM
I love your new kitchen. And maam!! You cook in your kitchen correct-CORRECT. That makes you a chef so therefore you had a chef's kitchen that has been redone to your current likings=New Chef Kitchen. I gotta take a real peek at the new diggs:)
Posted by: Kisha | August 10, 2011 at 04:34 PM
THANK.THE.GOOD.LORD.JESUS!!!!!!!!!!!!! You have been wanting this for awhile and to see you get it makes my heart SO happy!!! Can I just say that I swear I would have knelt down and kissed those hardwood floors?! Lol!! I love it. And just so you know, the way you cook & bake- YOU are what makes this a chef's kitchen. Enjoy it!
Posted by: Nikki | August 10, 2011 at 07:30 PM
Wow, it looks great! I know you will enjoy cooking and baking even more!
Posted by: Sharon | August 11, 2011 at 11:29 AM
Very nice, love the lightings! Hope you'll have many hrs of pure cooking pleasure in your new space!
Posted by: Heather | August 13, 2011 at 08:08 AM
Your kitchen looks gorgeous!
This might be weird, but I think I saw you in Hancock Fabrics yesterday morning...I was picking up material with my mom and when I noticed I was like...Do I know that person?? Then it hit me--I read her blog! LOL.
Karla
Posted by: Karla | August 14, 2011 at 08:48 AM
What do you plan to cook first in your new kitchen?
Had your house been about 10 years older you might already have hardwood underneath the carpet. That's what I found @ my last home. Hardwood was even in the closets. It only had to be refinished. I was so pleased with the work that was done. It's a lot better for people with allergies too.
Posted by: Syl | August 14, 2011 at 08:45 PM
Love it. Your kitchen is the exact same layout as my kitchen which I too want to remodel. Where did you get your cabinets? They look great. You will get a lot of enjoyment from that kitchen.
Posted by: Barbara | August 18, 2011 at 05:53 AM
God is soooo very good!! Your kitchen is absolutely lovely!!! Makes you want to stay in there all day to do nothing but cook and eat!!! When's a good time to come over??? :)
My husband and I are planning that for next year...hope mine looks as nice as yours!! Enjoy! (don't forget to let me know what time to stop over for dinner!!)
Posted by: Myra | August 18, 2011 at 06:43 PM
Absolutely beautiful. Congrats!
Posted by: Cennetta | August 19, 2011 at 05:15 PM
Your new Kitchen is beautiful Enjoy it I know there will be wonderful meals and memories made there!!!
Posted by: Barbara.shepard45@gmail.com | August 21, 2011 at 12:40 PM
It's going to be awesome! I love a kitchen make-over! Congratulations!
Posted by: Lynne | August 21, 2011 at 05:30 PM
It really is beautiful you did good!!!
Posted by: Melanie | August 23, 2011 at 09:01 AM
Congratulations on the new kitchen! It's beautiful.
Posted by: Katrina | August 25, 2011 at 07:20 PM
Ok NOW I do remember..and I still love it. And yes, this is a double comment. LOL
Posted by: Kisha | October 26, 2011 at 11:16 AM