Have I ever mentioned how much I love a white kitchen? We moved into our previous house over 10 years ago & back then I reluctantly chose white cabinets, worrying a little that it was a trend that would soon end. After all those years in that house, I never got tired of them, & never considered anything but white when I was designing my present kitchen. It's bright, it's clean, it's classic, & most importantly, it's versatile--which is a must for someone like me, who likes to change things up all the time.
And while I was wanting whimsical a few weeks ago for Valentine's Day, (remember my kitchen decor here?) for Spring, I wanted to dress it up a bit.
Just like always, I shopped my house & gathered up everything that spoke to my "Spring Formal" kind of mood. And Pantone would be proud because I even incorporated a hint of Honeysuckle. Then again, you never have to twist my arm to use a little pink. (For those of you who haven't heard, Pantone's Color Choice of the Year for Fashion & Decor is Honeysuckle.)
Gorgeous, huh?
This mirrored vanity tray I found at a Thrift store for $1.50 turned out to be a perfect fit behind the cooktop. And the bird & dogwood detail really screams "Spring!"
And in that turquoise vase, I have - you guessed it- some of those same white sticks from Christmas & Valentine's Day. And the pink flowery branch adds that hint of pink I wanted. (Don't worry- I'm aware that this could be a fire hazard. I promise I'll use common sense while cooking!)
Recognize that chalkboard? That was my silver one, but I was in the mood for gold, so I gave it a few coats of my favorite Krylon Gold Foil Metallic. And our monogram seemed like the perfect design for this style.
This little pink dog is a vintage vase my husband found for me a couple years ago. And the topiaries are the ones I made last year. (Click here for a tutorial.)
Hope y'all like this new look for my kitchen. I'm keeping this for a while. How are you changing things up for Spring?
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It is beautiful, clean and functional! I love it.
ReplyDeleteLove the monogram and the tiny touches of pink!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! Love the monogram on the chalkboard!
ReplyDeletei completely agree with everything u said about a white kitchen. I have one too and it's my favorite room in the house and I can't imagne ever getting sick of it!
ReplyDeleteI love it all. I love the simple touches.
ReplyDeleteTana
Gorgeous! I wish I had a white kitchen!
ReplyDeleteYour kitchen is stunning and I love the arrangement. It looks fabulous. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI am in the process of painting my kitchen cabinets white and 'brightening' things up! I love it!!!!! I don't think I'll ever have anything other than white cabinets~ Your kitchen is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteJulie- It looks great- I love a white kitchen too and am so sorry that my hubby talked me into this one. The next house I move to it is definitely going to be white again! I haven't changed up much for Spring yet...another few weeks here I think. Hugs- Diana
ReplyDeleteYour kitchen is beautiful. I love the white. I would be afraid with four kids how dirty that would get for me.
ReplyDeleteI love it. Thank you so much for joining the More The Merrier Monday Linky Party. Be sure to come back next week. I look forward to seeing more of your projects.
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Oh my... I am SO JEALOUS! Your kitchen is amazing & I love your design style.
ReplyDeleteJulie,
ReplyDeleteYour new look is outstanding...love your chalkboard...how did you do that monogram?
Blessings,
Linda
I am going to change out all my dishes. I have a stash of pink, floral, mismatched dishes that are now going to be our every day dishes. That is how I am changing things up for spring. Hopefully my husband won't mind eating on pink every day.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Oh my, it makes me want to come over and have lunch with you!
ReplyDeleteI'm swooning over your beautiful white kitchen.....Sooooo pretty! And with your added touches....very springy! Happy NTT!
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
@Jeannie
ReplyDeleteWhite is easier to clean up than you might think! I have 4 kids, too, & it's never been a problem.
Very cute -- I also love to decorate my kitchen as the "central" place we live and celebrate the seasons!
ReplyDeleteI love a space that you can creatively change out with the seasons and you do such a terrific job with this one. What a fun nod to the Pantone color.
ReplyDeleteInspired.
Pam @ BeColorful
The kitchen is my favourite place to decorate; this looks soooooo nice!
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xo
Your kitchen is beautiful! Love the vignette above the stove! I'm your newest follower, I look forward to following your blog! Your home is stunning!
ReplyDeleteJodie
www.lovelaughteranddecor.blogspot.com
I'm in love with your kitchen. It's awesome.
ReplyDeleteJeanna@ dramaqueenseams.blogspot.com
Your kitchen is gorgeous! I have chocolate brown cabinets and i so want white. Yours are just beautiful.
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Your kitchen is my dream kitchen! To die for, seriously!!!
ReplyDeleteI love what you have done... fabulous! I am a new follower!
ReplyDeletePlease stop by my Sweet Saturdays link party!
http://justcraftytoday.blogspot.com/2011/02/sweet-saturdays-link-party-3.html
I love the white kitchen! It's so clean and fresh. I thought I always wanted wood stained cabinets but I love the crisp look of white cabinetry with stainless steel appliances!
ReplyDeleteLOVE LOVE LOVE! What a stunning kitchen!! And you have accessorized it so well!
ReplyDeleteHi, Julie! I love a white kitchen too. :) So many more options for accessories when the first layer is white, right? I love your chalkboard--beautiful job on the monogram too! :) I'm visiting from Centsational Girl...hope you'll stop by my blog to say hi too. :)
ReplyDeleteWow, this looks lovely. Hope to see you at My Dream Canvas.
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