A Kitchen Cabinet Makeover… to DIY for. Get it?
Hey, I had to write this post twice, so I am a totally silly right about now.
Anyhow, I’m at it again.
I decided to try something new with my kitchen cabinets and it involves;
Chalk. Paint. And a Cutting Edge Stencil.
So, come on and see the new chalk and paint makeover I gave my kitchen cabinets!
I got this great idea the other night (when I was supposed to be falling asleep) that my open style kitchen cabinets would look smashing if I painted them in La Craie-Magnolia (white) and then did the cabinet backs in La Craie-Wrought Iron (black). La Craie is a calcium carbonate based paint and I knew it would act just like chalkboard paint for me on this project! Then, I could “chalk” my stencil design right onto my cabinet backs. Oh, I was so excited to try something new.
For two reasons;
One, I had never stenciled before. (I know, I am such a sham)
Two, I figured it would not be so permanent if I did it in chalk.
That way,when I want something new next week year, It’ll be easy to change up.
Here are my “new” kitchen cabinets…
This is my before, in case you have not visited before;
You can see my Dollar Tree Shelf Liner Kitchen Cabinet Makeover here.
I really did love it but was ready for something new. I crave change.
I would totally recommend it. It was easy, cost $6 and removed with ease.
Sometimes I have a hard time committing so this worked well for me.
If you are in a rental, this might be something you could try too.
I am crushing on the impact the new look offers, while still really gelling with the rest of my home.
The black & white is bold, but classic. I’m so glad I went for it and painted the cabinets.
I have a serious hang-up on WHITE KITCHENS and I can see more paint in my future.
I used the Cutting Edge Stencil in Anna Damask .
I did lighten it up a bit by leaving out some of the very top center design because it suited my taste more.
I thought it was pretty cool I could so easily personalize it by choosing to skip a spot or two.
I love to buy white decor items. They go with everything. It’s always safe.
When I’m out and I see something in white, it’s practically guaranteed I will have someplace in my house to put it.
This is a blessing.. and a curse.
I find a lot of white “stuff”.
This sweetie is really similar to the one in Hawaii that was placed on the garden path to the outdoor shower. It’s a great reminder of a wonderful vacation!
This was just cute and I wanted it. HomeGoods. Making me “happy” again and again.
So, I am thinking that by now, you just may have happened to notice that I only completed one side of my project.
Well, it was a little more involved then I had anticipated. Worth it, for sure!
But, it took me several hours to complete the two sections you see.
I was sort of hunched over, reaching over my head, on a ladder or on my knees the whole time. And… to be honest, my knees are old. They need a few days to recover.
I’ll be sharing some tips on working with chalk in a stencil latter in the week, in case you think it’s something that you might like to try yourself. I’m going to test something on the other side too, and I’ll let you know how that goes.
***UPDATED – Click here for tips and tricks I shared from my experience stenciling with chalk!
Oh, and I’m not sure if I’ll put the shelves back in, or give them a rest? I am sort of liking it real open, for now.
Now… let’s get to the good part. A giveaway!
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED.
Make sure to visit all SEVEN blogs for even MORE chances to WIN a Cutting Edge Stencil of your own PLUS, you’ll get to check-out all the ideas and inspiration being shared. And there are some great projects!!
Hope you liked my chalk paint and stencil style makeover! For being pretty simple, (mostly) I think it made a big change in the look and feel of the kitchen!
Sharing This Project at:
Mod Vintage Life, Savvy Southern Style, The 36th Avenue, OPC Better Half
I Heart Nap Time, On Sutton Place, Mod Vintage Life, Domestically Speaking
Christa says
That idea is genius! Not only can you change the stencil, but you can change the color of the chalk you use! Love the black and white its so versatile, crisp and clean:)
Pam @ Simple Details says
What a fun change ~ so pretty and I always love something I can easily change up! ‘ DIYing’ over your creativity, girl! 🙂
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
hehe.
I could not resist the diy’ing 😉
I’m a cheeseball.
Thanks. I really love it. It’s something different, and that always helps :)))
I loved the shelf liner too. For almost a year. haha
I think I am going to have some fun with this!!
Anna Starner says
Cute idea. If you spray it w/ hairspray like you do pastels it won’t rub off as fast if you do brush against it. Still removable down the road.
priscilla says
your cabinets look amazing ! Great idea !
Jen says
Oh my it looks just gorgeous you did a wonderful job on everything plz come do my kitchen lol
Laura @ Our Prairie Home says
Whoa! Big change! I lik-ee. 🙂 I love chalkboard paint… I’m having a really hard time not painting everything with it. I’d have a whole wall, but I remember what you said about rough walls (Ahem… Plaster. BAH!) and it not working very well, so I’ve tried to reign myself in. LOL! That looks fantastic! Such an original idea! I foresee LOTS o’ copy catting. 😀 Love ya, girlie!
Shirley says
Oh what a beautiful change. Thanks for sharing.
Natalie Hansen says
I love these stencils and have been wanting one for so long to use in my boys room. I would love to win. Love the cabinet makeover!!
Sharon says
Wow, Shannon! You hit a homerun. I LOVE black and white. I agree with you that it is both bold and classic. And how creative to use chalk as a stencil medium. The whole transformation is really pretty.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thanks so much Sharon! I was really eager to try it out. I have always, always loved black and white. As much as I adore aqua, I am a neutral girl at heart. I like to add or subtract color when I want to. It’s so much more versatile that way 🙂
Shannon says
Love your beautiful ideas!
Lisa C says
Love the stencil you used. It looks great!
Laurie says
Love!
Julie K says
I hope I win so I can use this for our new house! Too cute!!!
Gee says
Luv it!!! The stark contrast with the black and white is classic and stunning. Ic an understand why you only finished one side… poor knees. Looking forward to what you do on the blank bit… shelves?? Hmm… torn. Looks wonderful as is.
Hugs, Gee
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Hi Gee! Yes, my knees gave out. It was hard to share a halfway finished project… but I had to gulp and do it. I think I like it so large and open with no shelves for now. It’s a nice change 🙂
Angela says
This is wonderful! Can’t wait to see it all when it is complete! Bravo!!