Countertop Review
This time last year I was packing up our house to prepare for our down-to-the-studs renovation in our kitchen, family room, and master bath as well as the addition of a screened porch. The family room wasn't originally part of the plan, but that's a post for another time. The kitchen was where I really had to plan and scheme, and, yes even fret, to stay in our footprint and budget and to get the function and look I wanted. I love a challenge like this, though, so despite some occasional frustration with my client (aka me! ), I enjoyed the process. A key "want" of mine was honed marble countertops. There are dozens--maybe hundreds--of blog posts, articles, and showroom sites that compare various types of countertop materials and their pros and cons. I read most of them and took notes from a lot of them in the months leading up to our start date. One of the most helpful things was visiting a sweet friend's kitchen, where I was able to ask questions about cleaning, a
Beautiful! I, too, love & treasure the masterpieces our little hands have made over the years. I'm very impressed with the Mister's purchase ~ he did good!! Can you believe we are almost 1/2 way through November?
ReplyDeleteoh how cute is that little mischievous
ReplyDeletepilgrim?
it almost made me forget the rest of
your beautiful thanksgiving decor.
blessings,
lea
I agree, I do think that pilgrim is standing there, one toe on the floor, swaying back and forth, looking up at you under the lashes, smiling that "I am so cute, you couldn't possibly be mad at me" look. I love that, and I would hang it up every year too.
ReplyDeleteWhat great Thanksgiving decorations! Love the handmade pilgrim!
ReplyDeleteloving the silver pumpkins--so elegant and perfect for Thanksgiving! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteOh thank you. Your lovely home got me in the Thanksgiving spirit! Your children's decorations are just delightful. I know I treasure the little projects my son has made in nursery school so far. I'm sure I'll be getting them out to display every year!
ReplyDeleteH.H.
I keep all the special pieces too...he has a look like 'Whaaaaaa? Moi?' LOL
ReplyDeleteI love your decor!