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!
I have been reading and watching! It turned out beautifully!!!!
I have enjoyed the journey…I have loved the stories about your mom and dad as much as anything!!!! You are truly blessed and I love that you know it!!
Rhoda! The tile looks beautiful! I can’t wait to see those shelves go up. I know they are going to look gorgeous against that white tile! You are doing an exceptional job. Maybe I can come visit soon!!
Just fabulous!!! You blessed with your work crew, but you already knew that.
It’s beautiful, Rhoda! The tile looks like jewelry! And you two did a
wonderful job together. Your dear mother really gets things done, too;
I couldn’t help but look past her into your master at that gorgeous
wall treatment. My oh my, you have been busy! Five stars!
P.S. Do your folks hire out? ;))
Your kitchen turned out beautiful!!! Can’t wait to see all of it when you move in. Your decorating is wonderful – you and your parents have done a fabulous job with the house. Best of luck with the move.
Wow, the tile looks amazing, Rhoda- you & your dad did a great job on it! And what a blessing that your mom is able to help with the cleaning. Love those family projects! 🙂
Rhoda, The subway tile came out gorgeous, very professional tile work…look how perfect it is by the ceiling!! I’m so impressed with all that you have done on your home. I can’t wait for the 20th for the big move.
Everything looks so wonderful! So excited for you!
Rhoda, The kitchen looks fabulous! You, and your parents did such a wonderful job.
Final Countdown! Que up the music..we hear angels singing! Tile is stunning! Great job Rhoda! Don’t know how you do it all! Can’t wait for the tutorials on the tile and painting your master bedroom wall.
LOVE the KITCHEN! The tile turned out absolutely gorgeous!! I can’t believe how excited I am about YOUR home! 🙂 I will be with you in thought and good wishes this Saturday! Oh, I am so excited to see it all come together! You and your parents have breathed life back into this home…STUNNING! The before and after pics will be show-stoppers!! 🙂
Love the subway tile. I had never thought about using it, but it looks so nice in your kitchen, it’s got me thinking! Can’t wait til you’re all moved in and enjoying your new home. It’s going to be great to look back on all the before and afters of this huge project. Rhoda, you and your parents have done a beautiful job. Congrats!
My heart is full for you, Rhoda. Your dream is coming true.
Rhoda, The backsplash is perfect I love subway tiles! The hardware as well!
Xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Rhoda, it’s gorgeous. And the timer photo of you with your parents…priceless. I pray that one day I’ll be so blessed to be able to support my children as faithfully as your parents have encouraged, supported, and loved you. I want to grow up to be like them.
Oh my gosh, Rhoda!! It looks beautiful!! What an amazing job you’ve done with your new house….and your parents could not be cuter.
oh.my.goodness.
i am just a “tad” less excited than you.
looks wonderful friend!!!!
hugs, p
You and your helpers have done and incredible job!! It has been a delight reading about your home remodel. Did you have to “pull any permits” for this project? Did you experience any inspection delays?
HI, Alene, we didn’t have to do any inspections since this was just a spruce up and not a tear out.
HI, everyone, thank you SO much for all the super sweet comments! I just got home today after a busy weekend away & am behind on answering questions. Thanks for stopping by, this week will be extra busy as well, as we get ready for the big move on Sat.