Wednesday, December 28, 2011

2011 Before & Afters

 I am joining Rhoda over at Southern Hospitality for the Top Projects of 2011 Party. Here are a few of my favorite projects that I accomplished this year.

 Our tv console BEFORE.....

 and AFTER..... Using Annie Sloan chalk paint in Coco and then dry brushing Old Ochre in the door and side panels. Finishing with both the clear and dark waxes.

 Our dining room BEFORE.....

 and AFTER.....Lighter & brighter also added the picture molding under the chair rail.

 Mackenzie's bathroom BEFORE.....

 and AFTER.... Added beadboard, painted the walls a bright fun color, and added a few new accessories.

 Hall table BEFORE.....

 and AFTER..... painted with BM georgian green

 and AFTER AFTER.....painted over using AS Chateau Grey and Old White on all the details.

 Kitchen island BEFORE.....

 and AFTER.... painted black and added beadboard and decorative molding. My FAVORITE 2011 project!

 Corner cabinet and chair BEFORE.....

 and AFTER.... replaced rocker with this french chair and painted and distressed the corner cabinet.

The wheels in my head are already spinning for 2012! Thanks so much for stopping by!

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40 comments:

Amanda said...

WOW! what fun makeovers! LOVE AS chalk paint-isnt it the best!? Visiting from Southern Hospitality.

pam {simple details} said...

Martina, love the fresh, lighter touches you added to everything!

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Wonderful makeovers! I love the little hall table and your kitchen island best. Thanks for sharing and Happy New year!

Blessings,
Sandi

Blondie's Journal said...

You really outdid yourself this year, Martina! As a newish follower, I didn't get a chance to see everything until now. You are a whiz with the paintbrush! Everything looks wonderful!

Here's to more great projects in 2012!

XO,
Jane

Crystal @ Ordinary Days said...

Everything looks wonderful! I love how much charm and character the new trim added in your dining room!

Sonny G said...

your creative talent ought to be purchased by one of the High End decor stores. I can hear the phone ringing and Ballard or Front Gate begging you to come there and be their most special consultant.. I'll be your first customer:)
cut me a break though cause spending money effects my blood pressure in a bad way.. giggle

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Wow, you accomplished so much. Everything is wonderful. All of your paint projects are stunning. Love the wainscoting also. Hugs, Marty

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

All great projects! I love the island...and I remember you doing these through the year! Here's to a productive and fun new blogging year!

Katie @ Wildwood Creek said...

Love your island and the corner cabinet!

Kelly said...

Some of these I haven't seen before. I really love what you did with your daughters bathroom! That looks so fresh and pretty. I'm thinking about adding beadboard to my guest bathroom some time this year too. I also really love the change with the new french chair and cabinet above it.

Ivy and Elephants said...

So many fabulous project completed, Martina. All done to perfection. You can look back on 2011 with pride! Hope you'll share these beauties with us at "What's It Wednesday", we'd love to have you.
Happy New Year!
Hugs,
Patti

Anonymous said...

all your projects look amazing!!

Kathy

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

All of these are great makeovers. You can share these at my party, too. My favorite is the chair.

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

You had some great projects this year, Martina! Looking forward to seeing what you and everyone else are working on come the New Year!

Elizabeth said...

I love everything !!!

Sherry @ No Minimalist Here said...

Hi Martina, I have enjoyed following you this year as you transformed your home. I look forward to seeing many other great projects from you in 2012.
Hugs,
Sherry

Lakeshore Cottage Living said...

Thank you Martina for the very sweet comment. You have had a very busy year! I love all the projects you have done this year..especially that chair and the corner cabinet and your kitchen island! I have really enjoyed getting to know you this year! Happy New Year! Kristine

Gina said...

You have had some wonderful transformations this year! I'm looking forward to what you'll share in 2012.

Brenda Pruitt said...

You certainly did get a lot accomplished! Now relax and pat yourself on the back.
Brenda

Cindy said...

All of your "after" photos are gorgeous, I can see a definite trend toward French styling and Elegance. It's really beautiful!
Hugs, Cindy

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

I enjoyed all of your before and afters! My favorite was the kitchen island.
Hugs,
Penny

foreverdecorating said...

Loving all your projects completed to perfection.

The Charm of Home said...

These are fantastic makeovers Martina! Love the difference the kitchen island made. Have a very Happy New Year and thanks for linking it up with Home Sweet Home!
Sherry

Unknown said...

Visiting from 'The Charm of Home' linky party and I love all your makeovers, just beautiful! xo Kirsty

Carlene @ Organized Clutter said...

Many great improvements in 2011!

Anonymous said...

HI Martina! Oh, you're one of the Queens of Redo! I love all of your projects and they are all so pretty but I really love how your island turned out! Your kitchen is so pretty!
Thank you for your prayers and concern for little Carter!
You are the sweetie,
Shelia ;0

anyaadores said...

LOVE your before and afters - such beautiful makeovers.
Happy New Year to you and yours,
Axox

Nancy's Notes said...

Wonderful photographs of your before and afters! Martina, I just love your kitchen, it's awesome!

Happy New Year!

Nancy

Nancy's Notes said...

Wonderful photographs of your before and afters! Martina, I just love your kitchen, it's awesome!

Happy New Year!

Nancy

Becca Bertotti said...

What fabulous projects you crossed off of your list this past year, Martina! I love ALL of them, BUT, if I had to pick a fave, it would have to be your kitchen island makeover! Great job, and I can't wait to see what you have up your sleeve for 2012!

Pamela said...

These are wonderful Martina! If I just HAD to choose my favorites are your dining room redo and your kitchen island! Thanx for coming to the party!

Karen said...

Great redos Martina, Ive enjoyed your blog this year. looking forward to more in 2012. Happy New Year!

Unknown said...

These look great!

Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads said...

You had some amazing makeover projects, but my favorite is the kitchen island. What a difference it made in your kitchen!

Atticmag said...

My favorite trans is the dining room. The addition of the wainscoting and making the walls a more subtle color really lifted the room and gave it great sophistication, sparked by the plaid draperies. I also like the change in the kitchen island -- anchoring.

Hope you'll come by and see our orange ceiling.
Happy New Year! Jane

Yayi said...

¡Hola!
Un blog maravilloso. Te felicito.
Saludos desde Tenerife (Islas Canarias).

Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...

So many fantastic projects!! Love them and Thank you for linking up at Feathered Nest Friday!

Myrrh said...

How ambitious you are! Everything is lovely!

Linda @ It All Started with Paint said...

Martina,

Your home is beautiful! Such impressive projects.

As see you over at the "Before & After" party -- how genius is that concept -- and was hoping you could also join our month-long "Imagine the Impossibilities" challenge. You can find more about it here ...

http://itallstartedwithpaint.blogspot.com/2012/01/mission-impossibilities.html

... and it all culminates at a multi-blog Jan 31 link party!

Hope you can join us!

Linda

Erin~Just*Grand said...

What a wonderful blog and a great recap. I especially love what you did with your kitchen island! I am your newest follower!

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