It’s official, I’m ecstatic! The kitchen is officially done. Well, with the exception of some touch up painting and adding the outlet covers, it is DONE. I could not be happier with how this kitchen has come together.
Dad and I spent 3 days last week getting the subway tile backsplash up on the walls and it really came together very well. First day, we added Bondera tilemat and used this new product for the backsplash. I’ll do a complete tutorial on how we did the tile for you in a bit, but for now enjoy my beautiful subway tile backsplash.
Sigh….I love it!
We have a bit more cleaning to do and then the big move will happen on the 20th.
My sweet awesome mama came over and helped me get the upstairs clean. She brought her shop vac and she is a force to be reckoned with, with that shop vac wand in her hand. She can clean like nobody’s business and got all the floors and baseboards vacuumed and cleaned the bathrooms. So thankful for her.
There’s a sneak peek of a gingham paint treatment I’ve done in my master bedroom, so stay tuned for that too. Yep, I’ve been a busy girl lately.
The bathtubs came out nice and clean and now I can actually get in there.
She got my countertop all clean too, looks SO much better.
Outside the back door, this cute little fixture went up. It’s from Lowes, by the way!   My electrician came out this week and we got everything completed, yippee. Both garage doors are working fine and I have remotes for both. Thankful I didn’t have to replace them both, but just had to buy remotes.
So are you ready to see that kitchen tile????
I’m so, so, so happy with it. My vision came to life and this wall of subway tile is now ready to hang my rustic shelves. I can’t wait to get those up, this week hopefully, before move in day next Saturday. This was a 3 day project and I finished it just in time before leaving for NC.
I used a medium gray grout, called Silver from Lowes. Again, I’ll do a complete tutorial on how we did the backsplash and it’s very detailed. Dad and I worked hard on it and I’m so pleased with how it came out. He cut most of the tile and I set most of them and grouted.
Love!
Sigh….it’s so gorgeous!
Sink side, I still have to paint the window and above it. I might add a couple rows of tile above, I thought about it and didn’t do it while we were tiling, but I need to see if 2 rows will fit above without having to cut them. It’s such a small space. Got to add outlet covers too. Details, details!
Love my sink and faucet.
It’s going to be so nice to get in this kitchen and use it.
We had a final living room lunch with the work crew and now it will be count-down til October 20th, move-in day. I am so, so grateful for my sweet parents. I couldn’t have done all of this without them. They are my support system and I love them dearly. Took this pic by putting it on a timer.
I’ll be back with lots more later. I’m still up in NC at the Southern Bloggers’ Conference, no doubt having a great time!
Hi Rhoda,
The kitchen is stunning. I absolutely love it! I know you will enjoy ital much.
Oh Rhoda,
It’s looking great and I can’t wait to see the BIG reveal!!!! I am so excited for you and I know that you are ready to be in! You are so blessed!
It looks wonderful Rhoda. And I agree, if you can get two rows above the window, I would go for it. And when I replace my kitchen counters next yr with Granite or Silestone, I am going for a Blanco sink. Love the way yours looks.. I am a visual person and seeing yours in place just confirmed it is what I want too!! I look forward to seeing your house when you get everything in place. It is going to be gorgeous!!
Hi Rhoda, I’ve been following the renovation and can’t wait to see it furnished. Great job! With each new posting, I think how blessed you are for your devoted parents. Wonderful memories have been made.
I wish I lived near you, I would lend a hand with the move. Good luck in your new home.
Oh, Rhoda, I LOVE it! It’s so beautiful! And I know I have told you before but I am in love with your mom and dad. They are awesome. How I wish I still had my mom and dad. They were my support system, just like yours are for you. I just love that last photo. Have an awesome move on Saturday!!!
Donna @ An Enchanted Cottage
Wow, just WOW! Now if I could finagle an invite to your guest room for a decorating, DIY weekend, that would be great. So impressive.
It looks so so good! It really sets off the kitchen and makes it look done! Yay for getting to move in!
Hi Rhoda! Oh, I love the subway tiles and y’all did a beautiful job! I can’t imagine doing this. Your kitchen looks marvelous and again, I’m so proud for you and your new home is going to be so gorgeous – just like you! 🙂
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Simply put it’s gorgeous! I love the subway tiles because of how classic they look.
You and your parents are beautiful examples of how families come together and work to achieve greatness.
It looks GORGEOUS! Such a beautiful, classic kitchen. Love it.
Your kitchen is beautiful and I love the subway tiles! Can’t wait to see the tutorial… maybe I’lll do the same in my kitchen.
Rhoda, I have about ten minutes before I leave for St. Augustine, but coming over to see this was one of the things I had to do before I left. Y’all did a FABULOUS job.
I love and adore your work crew. Seeing those pictures of your parents just makes me smile and brings a tear to my eye at the same time. What a wonderful time you’ve shared together. I am so glad you had the opportunity to work with them on your home. That will make this nest all the more special. And I want you to send her down my way with that shop vac!!! LOL! That picture of her was precious. And I loved the shot of the work crew having lunch.
Can’t wait to see the plaid room. That’s got me intrigued.
Off to clean my nest. Thanks for sharing yours…
XO,
Sheila
It looks fabulous!! I can’t wait to see how you decorate your home. I know it’s been tiring, but look at what you’re creating. This home is a blessing from God for all that you have gone through in recent years. I’m so excited and happy for you!!
What a beautiful place you and your parents have created! Your kitchen looks just super.
Love, love, love it! Another vote for extending the white subway tiles above the window- it will unify that entire wall treatment. Also, where did you get that cute outdoor fixture? I’m looking for a fixture for my screen porch, and I like the looks of that piece, if it’s not too costly.
God bless your mom & dad. They have truly nurtured you during this entire process. What a blessing!
i love that fixture too! we have the same on our cabana…we got ours at lowes. hope that helps:)
I was going to ask the same question because that fixture would look great a the side garage entry and back patio of my home. Thank you for the information.
Rhoda- your home looks wonderful, and I can only imagine how good it must feel to have it completed and ready to move into and enjoy. I will say a prayer for a smooth week and move for you all.
Thanks for the information! It is indeed at Lowe’s and on sale until November. Guess who’s going shopping? 🙂
Yep, it’s a Lowes find! Very inexpensive!
Hi Rhoda! I have been following (okay lurking) your blog for quite a while and decided I should post a reply 🙂
You have done an amazing job of renovating your home and I know from personal experience that it is a HUGE undertaking but also extremely rewarding once you are done and take time to look back over the progression.
I love everything you have done and have enjoyed watching the progress. The kitchen has turned out so very nice and I really love the subway tile.
Blessings to you and your sweet, sweet parents!
xoxo
Debbie
It looks beautiful! Love how everything goes so well together, tiles, countertops, cabinets! Can’t wait to see it with all your decorative touches!
Hi, I love your blog! First time I have stumbled acoss it… not sure why it has taken me so long. I love how real you are….. your subway tiles look amazing! AND… I can not wait to see the tuturiol on the gingham paint in your bedroom!!
Such a fabulous kitchen. Great job on the tile. I know you are getting so excited now to move in and get everything just like you want it. What a wonderful experience to have shared with your parents. Enjoy the fruits of your labor!
What a great crew! I’ve loved watching along the way and seeing the fantastic things your parents have done. The kitchen is looking smashingly fabulous.
Love the new kitchen! It turned out great! Congratulations! You had a vision and it turned out beautifully! I also vote for rows of tile above the sink so your apple green fixture can continue to simply “pop” in that space. Blessings and hugs to you and your parents!