Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Changes in the kitchen

 Hi there friends...
I hope you all had a great weekend! 
I spent the weekend in the yard trying to put the finishing touches on the outside project we have going on...I'm loving the way it's turning out and can't wait to show you guys!
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Now let's move on to the changes I made to the window over our kitchen sink.
Thanks to my friend Linda I have a pretty new french country valance in here...and then I also decided to add shutters to the lower half.

Remember the before...
  I'm loving the after so much better!
This is a very large window... so adding the shutters along with the new valance softened the look of the window which made me happy.
Come early afternoon the sun comes streaming in...and it stays like that until it sets in the evening.
 
  I love the small red check fabric she used for the piping and how she also lined the back of the curtain with it.
 She even thought of adding the little buttons and covered them in the same fabric...
Linda has such a great eye for detail!
  


Even the hubby keeps saying how much he likes the new look!
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Thanks so much for stopping by today...
Have a great week!

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49 comments:

  1. StaceyJune 15, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    I love that, Martina! So perfectly french country.

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  2. MariaelenaJune 15, 2015 at 7:43 AM

    I LIKE!!!...
    Mariaelena

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  3. Linda June 15, 2015 at 8:23 AM

    Definitely french country! Love your new look!

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  4. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJune 15, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    Love the rooster fabric and checks together! Great looking window treatment!

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  5. UnknownJune 15, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    Love the addition of the shutters and the new valance. The piping, fabric and details are just perfect, it all looks so pretty!

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  6. KellyJune 15, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    that looks so pretty! It's perfect in your country french kitchen. I really like the details with the piping and covered buttons too. I didn't realize how large the window was above your sink. that's nice!

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  7. DD's CottageJune 15, 2015 at 9:30 AM

    What a great look! I need to find shutter like those for my new bathroom!

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  8. DD's CottageJune 15, 2015 at 9:30 AM

    What a great look! I need to find shutter like those for my new bathroom!

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  9. DD's CottageJune 15, 2015 at 9:30 AM

    What a great look! I need to find shutter like those for my new bathroom!

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  10. Pat@BPMJune 15, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    I love the new look, Martina. Absolute perfection!!

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  11. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 15, 2015 at 9:58 AM

    Love it too. The valance is amazing with such fabulous detail and the shutters are just perfect. So pretty.

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  12. Linda@Coastal CharmJune 15, 2015 at 10:30 AM

    I agree with your hubby...it looks GREAT!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  13. Nancy's NotesJune 15, 2015 at 10:35 AM

    Martina, what a great look! I love your new french country valance and it's wonderful in kitchen! If I had my druthers, I'd have a kitchen like yours!
    Enjoyed your sweet visit!
    Have a great week!
    Nancy

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  14. RonJune 15, 2015 at 10:55 AM

    I adore the new look so much. I have always loved shutters.... so Southern.

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  15. DebbiedoosJune 15, 2015 at 11:03 AM

    So darling Martina! I love the valance of course. The shutters add such a charming touch too!

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  16. At The Picket FenceJune 15, 2015 at 11:05 AM

    It looks beautiful Martina!!

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  17. Barb June 15, 2015 at 11:19 AM

    Beautiful, Martina. So elegant!

    Barb

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  18. chateau chicJune 15, 2015 at 11:36 AM

    Your new kitchen window treatment is so fresh and pretty, Martina! Love the look of the added shutters too.
    Mary Alice

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  19. SarahJune 15, 2015 at 11:42 AM

    Martina, shutters are my favorite window covering by far. We've used them in both our homes. The valance is a great way to dress them up, and your fabric choice is definitely making me smile. You knew it would! ;-)
    Have a great week ahead. Good luck on the outdoor project. Hope you share it soon.

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  20. Brenda PruittJune 15, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    Very pretty and already Pinned to Cozy Kitchens.
    Brenda

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  21. 20 North OraJune 15, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    Martina - Love your new valance and shutters. Such a clean look! Isn't it nice to have friends like Linda?

    Judy

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  22. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJune 15, 2015 at 12:54 PM

    Love, love the window...love the shutters and of course in LOVE with the valance...I love that Linda added the detail of the covered button...she is the best!....

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  23. AnonymousJune 15, 2015 at 2:13 PM

    Oh, Martina! This is so charming! I love your valance and the shutters are perfect too. You'll think you're in a new kitchen!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  24. DawnJune 15, 2015 at 2:52 PM

    Love that fabric Martina and the shutters are the perfect touch. It looks so nice.

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  25. Becca BertottiJune 15, 2015 at 3:27 PM

    I love it, Martina ... beautiful new valance (love the roos) and the shutters are awesome! French country, indeed!

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  26. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizJune 15, 2015 at 4:47 PM

    Oh I really love how that turned out! Love the fabric and of course the cute button detail. The shutters really add a nice touch!

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  27. Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow / Sacred EclecticJune 15, 2015 at 4:49 PM

    LOVE that valance! The color is wonderful...such a pretty addition!

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  28. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJune 15, 2015 at 5:03 PM

    Very pretty, Martina! I love the fabrics!

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  29. ANNEJune 15, 2015 at 9:27 PM

    Love the roosters, love the shutters, love the look - love, love, love!!! Beautiful new look!

    xo

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  30. Joy JunktionJune 16, 2015 at 12:49 AM

    Sometimes just a simple change can add a softness to a room! Love the 1/2 shutter too! Many blessing Martina!

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  31. Celestina MarieJune 16, 2015 at 7:34 AM

    Beautiful French Country window changes Martina. Love this fabric.
    CM

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  32. Maria ElenaJune 16, 2015 at 8:39 AM

    Gorgeous changes, Martina! The fabric is beautiful and the shutters are just perfect. Very pretty!

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  33. JunkchiccottageJune 16, 2015 at 10:04 AM

    Martina,
    I love the new look too. The valance is so pretty and the shutters make the window. Great vision and so pretty. Love your new kitchen window.
    Kris

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  34. Jane@Bluebird1959June 16, 2015 at 11:25 AM

    So pretty, Martina and the pretty details of the piping and buttons are the icing on the cake. Jane

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  35. handmade by amaliaJune 16, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    My first visit and just in time to see this pretty new look. I do like the fabric you've chosen and all the little details.
    Amalia
    xo

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  36. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeJune 16, 2015 at 12:10 PM

    They look great Martina...love your window fabric and those buttons!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  37. LuAnnJune 16, 2015 at 2:33 PM

    Love the window treatment and the shutters look fabulous. Nice change to the kitchen!
    LuAnn ;)

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  38. CynthiaJune 16, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    LOVE the new Look. Just don't know which part most the curtain or the shutters. Heck let's be daring and say both, LOL

    Cindy

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  39. ScribblerJune 16, 2015 at 6:55 PM

    Your window is beautifully dressed, and the cornice is beautifully executed. I really like the shutters, too, as they are not only classy but very functional.

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  40. UnknownJune 16, 2015 at 7:45 PM

    How beautiful Martina - LOVE the shutters - but that valance is simply gorgeous !
    xox

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  41. Debra@CommonGroundJune 16, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    this is just so beautifully French Country, and looks clean and crisp with the fabulous white shutters. great look!!

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  42. PamelaJune 16, 2015 at 8:15 PM

    Martina love your new valance and the shutters are the perfect addition! I am on the hunt for shutters to go in our breakfast nook.

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  43. MelanieJune 16, 2015 at 10:13 PM

    Very pretty...love both the valance and the shutters!

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  44. Chatfield CourtJune 17, 2015 at 5:14 AM

    So pretty Martina! Love the fabric and the shutters.

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  45. FrenchGardenHouseJune 17, 2015 at 12:37 PM

    Martina, I love the valence! And the shutters too, but then I would because I'm a huge fan of French Country. Your kitchen is beautiful.

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  46. Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneJune 20, 2015 at 6:50 PM

    Oh my Martina gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous!!!I love you new valance with all of its pretty details. And shutters on a kitchen sink window is such a classic look! (I have them too)
    Hope you are enjoying a wonderful weekend!
    XO Barbara

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  47. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinJune 22, 2015 at 12:39 AM

    Martina! Your valance is beautiful and your kitchen is gorgeous. Thank you for sharing. You are one of the fan favorites at the Sunday Showcase from the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link so you can check out your feature. http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2015/06/the-sunday-showcase-from-make-it-pretty_21.html Hope to see you tomorrow for Make it Pretty Monday! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  48. Carolyn @ Our Gilded AbodeJune 22, 2015 at 3:57 AM

    The valance fabric and detail are lovely! And the shutters are perfect for the wonderful large window. Such a beautiful kitchen!

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  49. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinJune 27, 2015 at 11:27 PM

    Hi Martina! The Weekly Feature Series is live on the blog which you are apart of. Here is the link so you can check out your feature. http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2015/06/weekly-feature-series_26.html Have a lovely weekend. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina