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
Barb @ The Everyday Home says
Well, I will be as happy as a pig in mud if I win this. I am sooooo wanting the stencil you used on the back of your cabinet.
Fantastic idea btw. Simply brilliant! Thanks for the great giveaway, too. xxoo
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thanks so much! I was excited to try something new. I love the Anna Damask and I think it might be stopping over in my bedroom next!
Bre says
Love this!
Vanessa says
I love this giveaway! Big fan. Thanks
Sharlene Piscitelli says
Love this cainet makeover and such a brilliant idea to use chalkboard paint and chalk!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thanks so much! I sure like how it turned out too. I really do enjoy walking past and getting a glimpse of it.
Terri Herman says
Love the chalkboard idea! I have a large old picture that we turned into a chalkboard. I use it to write inspirational messages throughout the seasons. A cute boarder would make it nicer. I also have a powder room that is wishing for a stencil make over!
Debbie says
Cutting Edge has amazing stencils! Another fabulous giveaway, Shannon! 🙂
Cheryl@ Sew Can Do says
Love the no-commitment idea with the chalk! I could really use some stencils to spruce things up around here. info@sewcando.com
Cynthia A. Kurylak says
I so love white kitchens! The black with white chalk stencil is beautiful and adds a bit of whimsy! Isn’t it great to changes things up whenever the mood strikes!
Sally P says
I would love to win!!!
Michelle L. says
exciting giveaway for me since I’ve been looking at their stencils a loooonngg time trying to decide on one for my bedroom walls. <3 thanks!
Megan says
So glad I stumbled upon your blog! Love the giveaway!
Megan says
I would stencil some curtains for my bedroom in bright yellow. I love your creativity with your stencil job. It came out great. Thanks!
Liz Priest says
Love it!
Susan says
Love the chalked stencil! Would love to win this prize. Thanks for the offer!
Sette Design says
I like it half finished. I would leave the empty space for display and I would paint the bottom of the cabinet the wrought iron black or white, or do a stencil on the diagonal door below.
Really good job.
Cheers!!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Oh, that could be fun… Then I would have to paint the whole rest of the kitchen you can’t see though! LOL. I’m leaning towards all white uppers. This was sort of my tester 😉