Last year my kitchen got a makeover...
I had planned to get new kitchen stools... but I just could not seem to part with my old, sturdy, been-with-us-for-years-and-years stools.
Almost everything in my kitchen is new and shiny. These outdated stools were one thing that held a sentimental link to our past... to all the years little bottoms sat on them... and little feet scuffed them...
They held history... at least for me!
They held history... at least for me!
So, instead of replacing them... they got a makeover too...
Here is the before... they way they have looked in my kitchen for ages and ages...
Basic, functional and very worn!
The stool makeover is a work in progress... I get these great ideas (or so I think) and soooooo underestimate how long they take!!!
None of the stools are done...
Can you guess what will be written on stool 2 and 3? And can you fund the letter that is missing?
(To clear things up... I am also missing a "1/" for the wheat germ... it will read 1/2 cup. When I transfered the the recipe a letter was missing... I'll paint those in when I get a free minute)
Like I said... work in progress!
I am hand painting each stool... very time consuming!
When they are all done I'll share the tutorial with you!
They will be all ready for the next generation of little bottoms...someday!
Here is the before... they way they have looked in my kitchen for ages and ages...
Basic, functional and very worn!
The stool makeover is a work in progress... I get these great ideas (or so I think) and soooooo underestimate how long they take!!!
None of the stools are done...
Can you guess what will be written on stool 2 and 3? And can you fund the letter that is missing?
(To clear things up... I am also missing a "1/" for the wheat germ... it will read 1/2 cup. When I transfered the the recipe a letter was missing... I'll paint those in when I get a free minute)
Like I said... work in progress!
I am hand painting each stool... very time consuming!
When they are all done I'll share the tutorial with you!
They will be all ready for the next generation of little bottoms...someday!
What a great idea! I have a friend that has a few stools that could use some updating like this and I am going to suggest it.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea for a quick fix. Love it! Linda
ReplyDeleteThat is a great idea for those. Yes, I spy the missing letter on two lines. Are you going to redo it. I would probably be lazy and leave it.
ReplyDeleteOh I just these will look wonderful, but I also like the worn ones too. :) I think there are 2 letters missing? However, that adds to the quaintness of them.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing and Have a great day,
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DeleteThanks Chrissy! I am missing the "p" in tsp. and the "1/" from the wheat germ amount! Good eye!
DeleteA great idea Yvonne So fresh and kitcheny with your recipes!
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Karena
2012 Artist Series
Uh oh, Yvonne....isn't it supposed to be 1/2 cup of wheat germ??? I make your granola every month!
ReplyDeleteTerry in Milwaukee
Yes... still a work in progress... When I transfered the recipe I didn't hit every letter... it is still a work in progress!
DeleteThat is eye-catching and a wonderful idea! I always think I can do something much quicker than it really takes, but if the results are as terrific as you are getting!.....=)
ReplyDeleteI'm not going to tell you to p on your stool but you're also missing an s.
ReplyDeleteWell, as long as you don't follow this recipe it should be fine:):):) I LOOOOOVE the look. Great idea. I am currently looking for stools for our kitchen too!!!!!!!! Just sent you our new ddress and phone #!!! XOXO
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute idea, Yvonne! I love it! I also love that you made over stools you already had. They are all going to look great when they are done.
ReplyDeleteThat was fun...I was reading all the comments and going back and looking to see what was missing...thanks for the fun/smiles this morning.
ReplyDeleteI really love were you are headed with these great looking stools...can't wait to see the end results...always so much fun ver here at StoneGable.
rhut row....I'm missing a letter in the above comment...do you see it??...teehehehe.
ReplyDeleteYvonne I LOVE them!!
ReplyDeleteOh I love these! Can't wait for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteFabulous idea, Yvonne! I love the look.
ReplyDeleteThat is a cute idea for the stools. I get into some of those "it takes longer than I thought" projects, too. They will be great and you will be so pleased when they are finished. Good luck! Yvonne, I had to give up my Cozy Home Scenes blog because of a threat of legal action from a large company. I have started over with a new blog, A COZY PLACE CALLED HOME. I am starting from scratch so I hope all my old friends will come over with me. Hope to see you there!------------- Shannon
ReplyDeleteClever idea for stools you practically see everywhere...even if we don't have them ourselves. And it's nice to know I'm not the only one who underestimates how long a "painting project takes":) Beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteYvonne.....I don't even care what the recipe says :) I'm in love with these stools! What an amazing project!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for inspiring me today!
karianne
It's nice that you are hanging on to these and giving them a new lease on life! Very cute!
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Jane
This is such a stinkin cute idea, I just love it and you have done a wonderful job painting them.
ReplyDeleteThis is a fantastic idea! I've never seen anything like it. It's innovative AND you turned your stools into art. If only my husband would like me revamp our stools (too bad they are brand new haha)
ReplyDeleteI love this makeover! The recipe idea is so creative! Well worth all the time. xx
ReplyDeleteJust great Yvonne..what a facelift!
ReplyDeleteOh I love them! Hand painting? Wow!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun makeover! I love them...
ReplyDeleteI love them! I can't believe you're hand painting them...awesome! How do you do all that you do? Honestly, I think I need a study in time management. :) Can't wait to see the finished products.
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Pat
Very cute.
ReplyDelete- The Tablescaper
Very nicely done and a great idea. I have an ancient stool in my kitchen and it needs a makover. I think I might try your idea. Looking forward to the tutorial.
ReplyDeleteCindy
Loving your work in progress, they will be so awesome when you are finished. Like you, I tend to underestimate the amount of time needed to complete a project, after all, it is complete when I dream it up!!
ReplyDeleteVery Clever...just sold 2 stools at a garage sale and now I'm kicking myself!
ReplyDeleteOh I love it so!!....A super cute idea!!!....they look wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYou did embark on a cool project that looks very time consuming. I'm excited that you are reusing what you had, rather than buying new. Bravo!!
ReplyDeleteWell #1 looks terrific.
ReplyDelete~Bliss~
Oh my goodness! These are going to be adorable when you are finished with them! Great idea....I am wanting a tutorial too! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteThis is a SUPER cool idea!!!!!! I love it! I can only imagine how much time and attention to detail it is taking, but it will be SO worth it in the end for custom stools! I tried to pin it, but apparently I don't know what I'm doing. I'm not very adept at pinning. If I figure it out though, this is SO going on my Pinterest thingy!
ReplyDeleteHow pretty! Love how the colors combine and the regimented sizes. Those thumbprint cookies sure look good!
ReplyDeleteJust too clever!
ReplyDeleteCute as can be, Yvonne, and a great idea!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Sheila
I am in love with those stools. What a fantastic idea. They will look great in your "new" kitchen.
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