In my old house I had made myself a little chart for the inside of my cabinet to help save on time when I need a quick measurement conversion. Since moving into my new house, 2 1/2 years ago I have yet to create one for my new house. So here I am weekly Google {…Read More…}
Stikwood Kitchen Peninsula
October 31, 2016 By 1 Comment
I can’t believe how much of a change my kitchen has undergone. It isn’t done yet but it is so amazing what a little paint and new hardware can do. But I think the biggest wow factor is my new peninsula. Before it was plain, ugly and lacked any character. Adding Stikwood to the front {…Read More…}
Subway Tile Backsplash
August 28, 2012 By 90 Comments
So I have been making some huge improvements to my kitchen this month. Yesterday I showed you my new Formica countertop with a Karran undermount sink. I thought I would try my hand at doing a subway tile backsplash (literally – see picture below). I have never tiled before so I hit the internet to find You tube videos and blog posts to show me the way. I will say it is rather easy if you have the right tools. However, those tricky cuts around outlets and switches are KILLER! This is definitely a full weekend project.
Karran Sink
August 27, 2012 By 68 Comments
I got the insanely awesome privilege of traveling down to Vincennes, Indiana to the Karran Sink headquarters to learn the process of installing undermount sinks into laminate. Did you know that is possible?? After doing a truckload of research I decided months ago that I wanted to upgrade my current builder’s basic laminate with something new and install an undermount sink. The only option that seemed viable and able to withstand wear and tear was the process that Karran uses to install their sinks. They have a patented sink product that allows you to get a seamless sink to laminate install…and it is awesome!
