We recently made some changes to the kitchen. One of the things that really bugged me was this corner.
I need my calendar, but I had to get it off the wall to write on it, and I just felt the whole area was a little too cluttery. I wanted something that would hold the calendar, papers, pencils, appointment reminder cards and all the other stuff that I needed in that corner.
Enter this beauty, $2 from a garage sale.
My husband hated it, but I loved it. It was just the right size. After 4 months of it sitting on my counter as is, I finally decided it was time to paint it. It only took two naptimes and one bedtime to finish. I love the way it turned out.
I didn't do as many coats, because I kind of like the way the dark wood comes through and makes it a little vintage-y!
When we did the kitchen, my hubby decided that the router needed to be moved from it's hidden spot in the closet to a prominent place in the kitchen. (?) Thankfully, my magazine holder (that the hubby still hates!) is just tall enough to help cover the most artistic router.
The corner as is:
(notice my garbage disposal switch, 10 miles from my sink...)
And now
Full view - before
And After
Basically, I love it! The little ceramic box on the counter was given to me by my uber-talented sister. It is still looking for a permanent home. And now that I look at this picture, I think the little iron circle (a goodwill $3 treasure) needs to be moved down a bit. Still, I think it's a huge improvement!
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