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
Lisa H says
Love your blog 🙂
Angie says
I love the white and black together also. One of my favs!!!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thanks so much! You know, my closet was FULL of black and white when I worked a conventional job. I have always loved it!!
Stephannie says
Love your blog!!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Oh gosh. Well THANK YOU. So sweet!
Lindsey says
I absolutely LOVE the stencil design you used! The makeover made such a difference! I hope I can do things like this one day! You’re so inspiring!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
You can!! This was my very first time stenciling. Believe me, I don’t do anything that takes much skill 😉 If you see it here, it’s pretty guaranteed that it’s easy to do! LOL – Shannon
Corinne Morrison says
Love the inspirations!
Callie @ Callie's Crafts says
I love cutting edge. Just I have so many plans for them.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Me too, it was a great product to work with! Good luck in the giveaway 🙂
Nancy @ Artsy Chicks Rule says
I love it Shannon!! I’m a sucker for anything chalkboard though. 😉
I love your new blog design too!! VERY nice! 🙂
Nancy
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thanks Nancy! I know, it’s been popular for a bit, but it’s SO fun I know why everyone loves it.
Oh thank you, I am still finding my way around, even figuring out the comments over here is a little different! Overall, I am so pleased with the switch and Gwen took great care of me!
kristin says
oh I love it, so sophisticated and gorgeous!!!!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
I am pretty much digging it too Kristin! Thanks doll 😉 Hope your sweetie is feeling 100% again!!
Tanya says
Shannon I LOVE your updates! I love the black and white together, and chalk with a stencil? BRILLZ!!!!
xo, Tanya
t.runkle1@gmail.com
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Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Tanya – Thanks so much! I think I really like it too. Hope I can get to that other side soon 😉 I need some more time in my days!!
Dido says
I love this website and I love Cutting Edge Stencils, I have purchased from there a few times.
Dido
Hope I win, there’s always something else to stencil. :O)
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Good Luck to You!
Bliss says
Hmmm…. I think I want to see the shelves in. Oh, you didn’t ask my opinion did you. I do love the black, and the stencil that makes it look like chalk, but I had a fondness for your shelves. I think that’s a song…..
Bliss
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
I think I’ll leave them for a bit but I’ll have to paint them before I put them – White I think? You sing that to my Bliss… I’d like the melody.
Amy Frye says
I love seeing other creative people’s ideas. Wow! Very stunning.
Rebbecca says
LOVE! This project is so up my alley. It is actually something I have been thinking about for a while and you just showed me how to make it possible. 🙂 Hoping to try it soon!!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thanks a bunch – That is fun to hear, you’ll have to share it if you do!!
Anna Starner says
Not sure where my comment went so here goes. Love the stencil you used for your design. If you want to help keep it from rubbing off before you are ready to remove it spray it lightly wit hairspray. Just make sure it is a fine spray. That will help seal it so it wont smear as fast. This is what we would do with pastels that we wanted to display. It will wash of with warm soapy water.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Good to know! I used that trick at Halloween with my baby powder “spooky” mirror. This is way out of reach, I think it should be fine. I’m the only one in that area 😉
Amy Marshall says
I really like the stencil and the white cabinets! I’m getting new cabinets in a few weeks and can’t wait (mine weren’t really worth saving). Have a great week!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Oh wow! That is super exciting. I bet you can not wait!!? The ones that were in this house when we moved in needed more then paint to save them. lol. They were good for garage/shop storage and that was about it 😉 Congrats on the new kitchen!!