Still not ready for the after shots completely, but I will show you what we’ve been up to the last week and yes, there’s some pretty involved too! There were still a lot of little projects to be done to get finished with the tools and I’m happy to say, we are done with those for now! I have had to switch back and forth between project mode and decorating mode and I really want to be done with the projects. Slowly but surely, we are getting there (except for touch up painting, don’t know when that will happen!). I still want to get the laundry room ready to do laundry in, but it’s not there yet either. I’m just going to have to go for it soon.
We completely finished up the drop ceiling tiles, installing the 2 vents and cut new holes for the light fixtures. It wasn’t a completely trouble free job, but we got it done in a couple of hours and the ceiling really looks wonderful. I’m so happy I went ahead and tackled this one, it makes a huge difference in the feel of the room.
In the meantime, there’s still a lot of this going on, getting rid of boxes and trying to whip this place into shape. It’s going slower than I would like, but progress is happening.
Dad came over and we tackled getting up the vent covers and moving the light fixtures to the new ceiling tiles.
Dad measured and added some wood around the box so that we could screw in the vent covers after cutting a hole in the new ceiling tile.
We got the vent covers installed and that was a happy day, then we moved on to cutting a hole for the light fixtures.
It was nice to see every single one of those yellowed old tiles come down and nice new ones go up.
And now they are 100% DONE. Yippee, no more working on this ceiling.
I can now live with this indefinitely, it’s nice and bright and feels so much cleaner. We then had a few more little chores to finish up. You can see we split the tile where the vents are, it was nearly impossible to get a whole tile in there after cutting the hole for the vent and sliding it into place. It was such a tight fit that it had to be split in 2 parts and we added an extra bar there, but I’m fine with how it came out.
Like that shabby cabinet my dad loves so much. He helped me get it upstairs in my tiny bathroom and we found the studs and screwed it into place. We leveled it and it really makes a difference in my small space. I love the character it adds.
Sitting on top of the beadboard, this bathroom is a little jewel box now. We added two chunky 6” wood pieces on the top of the beadboard wallpaper to finish it off and this room is officially done now too (with the exception of some touch up painting).
I had fun shopping my store and bringing some pretty things in here to display and I know looking at this everyday will make me smile.
It definitely has a beachy vibe and adding some seashells and sea inspired things is the perfect complement.
Love it! I have to tell you what my dad said about the “oh, my Lord” cabinet after it was all up and done. We had lunch later that day and I overheard him tell my mom and sister that he wouldn’t hang that thing in a barn. That’s my dad!
I did get my kitchen shelves somewhat styled, but this is all subject to change as I go along. I’m trying to get things in place, but nothing is final yet. It might be a work in progress for awhile. We did get the microwave down and back to Ikea, exchanged for a new one and got it back in place, so now I’m back in business with a microwave again. Amazing how you can miss a microwave, but I sure did.
Forgot to show you what I bought at Scott’s. These antique glass fishing floats caught my eye a long time ago and I got 2 of them. They may or may not stay here. $15 each, not bad.
Ready to see the office? This is still not finished and still very much a work in progress, but I’m happy with it so far.
The office is really coming along. I got the Ballards shelves up in place and the Ikea drapes hung, so it’s feeling pretty homey now. Life is Beauty Full pillow came from Joss and Main and that about sums it up for me these days. Clock also from Joss and Main.
Those botanicals I framed awhile back look really good in here and the addition of some family pics makes it complete. I love, love my new office space and it’s so nice to spread out and have even more room now.
The right side of the room holds my black bookcase and zebra bulletin board, both of which are yardsale finds and projects I’ve done on the blog in year’s past. Just like my old office nook, which I loved as well, it’s so cozy in here and I know I’m really going to enjoy having even more room in my office.
While at Ikea, I picked up a glossy white Expedit bookcase for inside my office closet. That glossy white is going to look so good with the turquoise paint in there and I also got some really cool storage bins to go with it. I’ll be putting this together soon and getting my closet space all nice and organized. That will feel so good! I will have room for craft supplies, paint and more in the bins.
And this spot is quickly becoming one of my faves. I love having a reading chair in my bedroom, all cozy-like in the corner with a throw, side table and lamp. Having a spot like this is heaven to me. Thankful, why yes I am!
suzyq says
Oh Rhonda, your darling dad is such a trouper!! I could just imagine my dear old dad saying something like that! I just adore your new clock in your office. Can’t wait to see the rest of your house. Enjoy….you deserve it!
Suzyq
Pat P says
It is coming together very well. It is nice to see you in decorating mode again. Your office is so cozy feeling. Congrats. Continue the awesome work.
Pat in Canada
Kerri, A Pop of Pretty says
Rhoda, your office is AMAZING! I love how those colors came together, and how you’ve styled the wall behind your desk. Just beautiful. ~Kerri
Diane says
Rhoda, Everything is coming together so beautifully. You are one amazing woman – what a trooper. Love your honesty, integrity, grit and talent!! Can’t wait to see more! Diane
Emily says
Your house is really coming together! And your Dad is so cute with his expressions of what you and he likes in it. So glad to see that you are getting where you need to be.
Take care,
Emily
Vickie says
Rhoda,
Your office space is beautiful! I know you are so thankful the major work is over. My husband and I have been remodeling/renovating our home for the last year. It is hard work, however, it is so nice to see a project completed.
Your dad has been a real trooper….I think it is part of the DNA of his generation.
Jo, Blairsvillager says
Love seeing your progress. I remember the happiest times in my life — the times I felt all was well with the world — were those first few weeks of contentment after moving into and decorating a new home. I also saw it a hundred times on the faces of clients I decorated for. Nothing compares to the warm and fuzzy feeling you’re waking up to each morning. I’m so truly happy for you that you’re not only experiencing that joy, but that you’re so gracefully willing to share your talent and ideas with us. Thanks, Rhoda!
Debbie says
Looks great! I love the frames for the botanical pics on the wall behind your desk.
Thanks.
Becky in SC says
I am lovin’ all these “Rhodafied” pictures rollin’ in that we all used to love to see in the past! Keep ’em coming!
I love to see GREAT things happen to GREAT people. I know this house has involved alot of hard work…but that is Rhoda! And all your hard work & it’s results is what truly inspires all of us that follow you!
♥ Becky in SC ♥
N says
Everything looks amazing! I have so enjoyed watching your new home come together. You are so lucky to have such an amazing father! The bathroom shelf story is too dang funny!
Rebecca says
Great pics! Love the way you’ve styled the bathroom. And those floats from Scott’s- so pretty. Enjoy it all- you have worked hard. Bless your dear family- they have been there right along side you. It will be a day of thanks indeed next Thursday.
Kathy says
Oh my goodness….you have done an amazing job on your home. I have been following you now for a very long time and I’m so happy for you. I feel like you are a good friend and we live next door to each other. You always have such wonderful ideas with colors and style. You will never know how you have inspired me to decorate my own home and bring joy and comfort to family and friends. God bless you and your family, Kathy
Heidi @ Decor & More says
Oh, it’s shaping up so beautifully and has your “stamp” all over it, Rhoda! So happy for you — continue to enjoy!!
xo Heidi
Susan B. Jones says
Rhoda, I have been following you for a long time as well and love watching all your progress. Everything looks absolutely beautiful and it thrills my soul to see your Willow House/Southern Living at Home items popping up throughout!
Debbi in Texas says
You have a very special place; it looks wonderful. Thanks for the updates and your dad is a treasure
Arlene Grimm@Nanaland says
Love that beautiful office….the colors are gorgeous!
Lucy says
First of all, I need your Dad to come to my house!!!! Everything looks so cozy and comfy! I’m coming over…you need to get ready!
SheilaG @ Plum Doodles says
Everything is looking so good, Rhoda! Your dad is such a hoot! Let me know when you’re ready to tackle those shelves! 🙂
Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says
Rhoda, I couldn’t help but laugh at what your dad said about your shabby cabinet! If mine were still alive, he’d probably say the same thing. But it looks gorgeous in your bath with those beachy colors and accents! Love your office space, too!
Becky in 'Bama says
Whew you’ve got way more gumption than me to do all that work, but the results are splendid! I was somewhat skeptical about the dark doors, but what I’ve gotten a glimpse of looks good. p.s. – are you still going to get a roomie? or is that roomy?