Ready??
A few weeks ago, I shared the start of our kitchen remodel journey. I compared re-doing a kitchen to editing a book. Books and kitchens are big projects that challenge our imagination, planning, and determination. Plus more calmness then I have ever before shown and a sense of humor helps, too. Now that the kitchen is finished, I can say that writing a book and building a kitchen are more than just tasks and jobs. It’s about the heart and soul of each creation.
When I write a book, I want to entertain, inspire, and encourage my friends and hopefully add some joy and beauty to their lives.
Well, a kitchen is really the same isn’t it? We want to have a welcoming place to share love, fun, and good times with with each other and with our family and friends.
Now that I have had a few weeks to get acquainted with my new kitchen, I have to say that I’m happier, I really am. I’m calmer, more serene, and more joyful, too. I am uplifted by the beauty and craftsmanship- I have a happy oasis.
(And yes, I did mumble something to my husband about adding to the value of our home, resale, investment, blah blah, but- whatever!- I love my granite countertops!)
I promise to keep an air of expectancy as we see how our new kitchen enhances our lives. I’m praying for happy times to love my family and friends as we break bread together and share meals, holidays and good times, in the days ahead!
Wouldn’t it be marvelous if you could all stop by?!
My New Kitchen!
Drumroll, please!
Here is is!
Something Special
A Different View
More Space and Storage!
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- Cabinets in entryway
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- Wider doorway and more space
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- More cooking area
Thanks for all the months you listened to me about this project.
What do you think of it?
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Beth Ann Chiles
July 26, 2018 at 7:38 amI LOVE IT !!!! Caps needed for this amazing new look! It is beautiful and I would be so happy having out in this kitchen. Great job and worth the wait, right? Thanks for the reveal!
Jena Henry
July 26, 2018 at 8:08 amThank you Beth Ann for sharing my joy! I haven’t even tried the stove yet! (Im at the lake)
Beth Ann Chiles
July 26, 2018 at 3:06 pmWell it will be waiting for you when you are ready to use it. I do love it! So bright and cheery!
Jessie Cahalin
July 26, 2018 at 12:24 pmIt looks great! I like the kitchen worktops. Our kitchen was made by my husband’s father ( a retired cabinet maker). It has great character but you have inspired me now.
Tom, my husband, has said, ‘Oh no!’
Jena Henry
July 26, 2018 at 4:18 pmHow wonderful to have cabinets made by a loved one! And I’m sure they are well-built and lovely. Our cabinets were made in Amish country, about an hour south of where we live. I don’t know that they were actual Amish-built, but there are many skilled craftsmen in that area. They are solid, well-hung, the paint on them is gorgeous.But, I understand Tom, too!
Stone Depot
August 6, 2018 at 4:33 amAwesome counter!!
Jena Henry
August 6, 2018 at 7:31 amThank you! Even lovelier in real life- so many colors and sparkles.
Minnesota Prairie Roots
August 8, 2018 at 5:55 pmIt is stunning. I WANT YOUR KITCHEN.
Jena Henry
August 8, 2018 at 6:13 pmOh thank you so much Audrey! Our big project is finished and I’ve put everything back in its place. We’re looking forward to lots of good times! Hope you are feeling better
Donna Hornick
September 11, 2018 at 8:23 pmLove your new kitchen! I’m sure you will have many entertaining adventures in it!
Jena Henry
September 11, 2018 at 9:32 pmThanks Donna. Finally getting it put back together! I smile every time I’m in it!
Pauline Wiles
September 23, 2018 at 1:56 pmTrying again to leave a comment? Got a nasty javascript error 🙁
Pauline Wiles
September 23, 2018 at 1:57 pmOK, so I was trying to say the kitchen is gorgeous: I love the lighting and countertops but am especially fond of your combination backsplash materials behind the wine fridge.
Sorry I am so behind on my blog visits…. hope you are truly enjoying your new space.
Jena Henry
September 23, 2018 at 2:12 pmThanks! The wine area was a splurge of beauty. As it turned out, I’m not drinking now but I love the look. Just starting to enjoy all our new features!
Jena Henry
September 23, 2018 at 2:09 pmThanks for letting me know Pauline. I’ve been experiencing some issues too this weekend. I will let my “web guys” know.