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January 25, 2012

Mudroom Makeover

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First things first…can we just all agree that as long as it ends up as the dumping ground for all things “muddy” it can be declared a “Mudroom“?

Although, considering I live in the Pacific NW, any room in my house could technically be considered the Mudroom! Nonetheless, I am so grateful for this space which holds most of the mud. It is also our laundry room and is the first actual laundry room I ever had. My previous ones included a space in the garage in our first home and a little closet with bi-fold doors in the family room of our last house.
Our current Mud/Laundry room is just down the hallway off of our entry and leads to the garage.
It is also the ONLY room which we didn’t paint when we moved in.

Why? Don’t ask me! The only reason I can come up with is that I wasn’t totally sure what color I would want and then it ended up being so challenging to tackle considering how often we are in and out of this room every day. But, with the New Year came New Resolve to get ‘er done!
So, for your viewing pleasure and without further ado, here are a couple of Before photos:

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Thankfully, this room gave me lots to work with. Great storage and I have always loved the color of the cabinets in this soft, muddy green. Slate floors are perfect for a room that sees so much traffic.
And having a sink in here is like the icing on the cake.
But, it was pretty blah.

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 Not any more!!!

Welcome to my newly improved Mudroom!

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I am very proud to say that I did 99.9% of this project myself! Painting (soft, pale yellow), installing chair rail, installing bead board and more painting.


And, I just love it!


As you can see in the below pics, I already had the sweet little bench with baskets to store the Rascals shoes.
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But the fresh paint and bead board make such a huge difference!
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The Bead Board Bulletin Board (say that 5 times fast!) was completed last September but the fresh paint and extra touches just make it feel new all over again!

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It always amazes me how a simple can of Spray Paint can make such a huge difference!
In order to keep costs down I gave the existing faucet several coats in an Oiled Bronze.

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Now, for the “laundry” side of the room. Yes, I know, our washer and dryer are ancient.
But they just won’t break! A girl can hope right? Winking smile

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Here is another angle which is coming in from the garage.

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Simple Oiled Bronze hooks take the place of one crooked, rickety coat rack.

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The bench cushions were merely flipped over for a fresh new look!

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The biggest challenge in this space (and where I needed my sweet hubby’s help the most…love ya honey!) was this rounded corner wall you see below. It became the proverbial trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.
The problem was solved when I found little trim molding which was curved on the inside and fit  perfectly along the edges.

Oh, and A LOT of caulk was used too!

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I just couldn’t bring myself to buy all new cabinet hardware…

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…so they received a few coats of Oiled Bronze spray paint too!

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I also knew I wanted a chalkboard in here (and yes, I am the last person on the planet to make a chalkboard!) but I was really trying to keep this a low-budget project.

So, I dug around under our bed and along with a bunch of dust bunnies I found this old framed painting.

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Popped out the glass and the “painting” and gave the frame a nice new chippy finish. A scrap of wood from the garage cut to size and a few coats of Chalkboard paint finished it off!
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Ok! Ok!! Don’t all yell at me at once! I do realize that my scrap piece of wood had too much grain showing in it which then came through on the chalkboard but give a girl some credit for trying, huh?!!

This soft roman-shade-ish window treatment was made using leftover fabric from my daughter’s room.

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Sweet little vintage prints found in a second-hand store bring in some character.

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And I framed this painting which used to hang on the wall of my Great-Grandmother’s home.
Now I see it every day when I leave the house and I love the connection it gives me to her. She made the best biscuits EVER! And Heather and I used to play outside in her front yard and make mud pies which we would then try to sell to our unsuspecting but totally indulging family members!
There is a picture of us doing that somewhere…hmmm..

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The colors of this rug are just perfect in here and hide everything!
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My favorite little bucket had some life added to it by way of a Begonia and I couldn’t resist bringing in a touch of Valentine’s Day in here with this little caddy filled with goodies.

Well, there you have it folks, my completed Mudroom Makeover.Time to bring back the “stuff” of life so that this room can get to work!
Until next time, thanks so much for joining me at the Fence!
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  1. Katie @ Wildwood Creek says

    January 24, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    Great makeover!

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  2. Judy says

    January 24, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    I just LOVE your new mudroom. I love the soft buttery yellow you chose and the bead board makes a huge difference. The mudroom is the most used room in the house next to the kitchen. You’re actually going to start to like to do laundry I bet. Gorgeous space. Love all the details and I love how you did it all yourself (I rounded up from 99%).

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  3. Jodie says

    January 24, 2012 at 2:51 PM

    So bright and cheery, makes me actually want to do laundry! Vanessa, want to come over and help me with my laundry room? Fantastic Makeover!

    Warm Wishes,
    Jodie

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  4. Full Circle Creations says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    It turned out lovely!
    Holly

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  5. The Green Pea says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:05 PM

    I like the look of the grain in the wood in your chalkboard. sandi

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  6. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:11 PM

    You had some great bones to work with in this room, Vanessa! I love your valance and how the cushions work so well with it. The color is great, too! I am going to have to repaint our laundry/mudroom/garage entrance area because I took down a wire shelf that left a hundred holes. I’m looking to go light since we have no window. Great job and I’ll bet you don’t mind doing laundry! : )

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  7. Debra @ Common Ground says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    This is fabulous, so light and bright!! Great job on the beadboard and molding, this is just a great space, plus I’d kill for a sink in my laundry room!!!

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  8. Lisa @ Before Meets After says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    WOW! It looks great! I am so envious of your laundry/mud room. My laundry room barely fits my w/d. We almost had to take off the baseboards. I am so impressed you did all the beadboard by yourself too!

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  9. Jeri says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    Gorgeous!! A room like this would make me love to do laundry!!

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  10. stefanie says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    i love it!!!!!

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  11. Maria Elena says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    Vanessa, you did such a wonderful job! It looks beautiful!
    I love everything and the window treatment looks gorgeous!

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  12. Vicki says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:39 PM

    Your before pictures are 100 times better than my current laundry room. It’s the last room in my home I haven’t redone, but it needs a total gut! I love all that storage you have in there! With no basement in our home, I am all about the storage. I love the color combo you choose… you did a beautiful job! So, if you and Heather are ever up in Northern Indiana, bring your tools… YOU’RE HIRED!

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  13. Susan (My Place to Yours) says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    Fantastic job, Vanessa! (Wow, that rounded corner would really give me fits, too!) This is such a cheerful room, and I love the print that hung in your grandmother’s house. Such a sweet memory. I hope my grandones feel like that about me someday… By the way, you’re NOT the last one to paint a chalkboard. 🙂

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  14. Lisa Scibilia says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:56 PM

    Your mudroom looks great! Such a bright and cheery space! Great job on the chair rail and beadboard too!

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  15. Fox Hollow Cottage says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    What a great makevoer. Love the fresh wite beadboard and all the new touches. As long as the chalk writes on it, it’s all good! And you do get an A for effort =) Enjoy doing laundry in your fab new space! That is one awesome mudroom!!

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  16. Michelle Paige says

    January 24, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    I love all the little features you did! What a great mudroom! Thanks for sharing!

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  17. Coastal Cottage Dreams says

    January 24, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    Your mudroom makeover looks wonderful! Looks very bright! Don’t you just love the beadboard look, I love it! Thanks for sharing!

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  18. Debbie says

    January 24, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    FANTASTIC! I can hardly stand to come here sometimes because you and Heather can do such great things, and I’m Debbie ThreeThumbs.

    I also wanted to tell you that I just read your Sunday post. I hardly ever go anywhere near the computer on Sundays so I nearly missed it.
    It was wonderful, and I could relate very much even though my pride was packaged a bit differently and for different reasons. Clearly inspired.

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  19. Renewed Upon a Dream says

    January 24, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    Ohh it looks so nice! Your washer & drier don’t look very old. I’m sure you still have plenty of years left in them! At least they are nice & clean 🙂 Your room looks wonderful! Love the bead board!

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  20. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says

    January 24, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    Oh my goodness girl this is fabulous. First of all that space is increadible, I’m a little envious. You turned it into a functional beautiful space. I love the sign, obey your parents 🙂 Thank you so much for linking up, hope you have a great week 🙂
    XO
    Kristin
    Oh ps…..keep those ancient wash/dryer till you can because the front loaders still have a lot of upgrades to do 🙂 (mold stink issues)

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  21. Robin says

    January 24, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    You have created a cozy and inviting space. I just love the addition of the beadboard – – adds instant charm.

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  22. NanaDiana says

    January 24, 2012 at 5:11 PM

    Vanessa, GREAT job on the makeover. I need to do my laundry room and keep putting it off, too. Guess I should get on it. You did a good job of refreshing all your hardware with the bronze paint…and the faucet, too.
    Hope you have a wonderful Tuesday- xo Diana

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  23. Traci says

    January 24, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    Vanessa, your mud room looks amazing!!! What a fabulous job you did. My laundry room is tiny & not a mud room but I so need to do something to it. You’re inspiring me!

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  24. Creative Raisins says

    January 24, 2012 at 5:47 PM

    Wow what a great transformation, I love the space and the storage you have in there.

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  25. Kristin says

    January 24, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    I’m seriously impresses, Vanessa! I’m working on my laundry room now and hope to be able to show it off next week. I love everything you’ve done, and you’ve given me some great inspiration!!

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  26. michelle says

    January 24, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    This is some serious gorgeousness!! Great job girl, I love it all, the color and the cushions on the bench are so cute.
    I so wish I had mudroom with a sink, that would be heaven!
    Enjoy!
    xoxoxo

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  27. Amy @ 11Magnolialane says

    January 24, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Gorgeous Makeover! Inspiring. I am about to add beadboard to my laundry too. I love it!
    Amy

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  28. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    January 24, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    What a bright and cheery transformation. Love all the new touches you added. I always felt that a room that you spend the most time in should be beautiful…makes doing laundry, etc. more pleasant…well, sometimes!!

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  29. Eclectically Vintage says

    January 24, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    It looks great – what a difference something as simple as new knobs can make (and great spray painting of the faucet)!! The beadboard and chalkboard are great (if only the kids would obey)!! Just posted my mudroom today – would love you to take a look.
    https://www.eclecticallyvintage.com/4/post/2012/01/my-mudroom-some-soggy-socks.html
    Kelly

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  30. Kim says

    January 24, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    It’s too beautiful to be called a Mudroom! Several years ago we moved the washer/dryer to the basement (gasp!) and turned the what was the laundry room into a mudroom and it’s one of the best decisions we ever made. Kids need a place to throw their stuff. Yours is lovely!
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  31. Calypso In The Country says

    January 24, 2012 at 6:49 PM

    What a gorgeous room! So much space and I love those cabinets. You really have a lot of storage in there. I had to laugh when you said your washer and dryer just won’t break! We replaced our washer a couple years ago with a front loader but the dryer was still working so my husband wouldn’t agree to replace that…which is a pain because it doesn’t hold as much as the washer does. Plus the washer is 2 inches taller than the dryer so it looks rediculous! I keep hoping our dryer breaks too! Anyway, thanks for sharing your beautiful mudroom!
    -Shelley

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  32. Chatty Chics says

    January 24, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    Ohhhhhhh! So pretty! Vanessa, you did such a good job! You have such a beautiful home! Promise me you’ll link this up at my place Wednesday so I can feature you girls again!
    Also, are you still interested in guest posting for me? 🙂
    Melody
    ChattyChics.com

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  33. Ginger Zuck says

    January 24, 2012 at 8:02 PM

    Great job. I am very impressed. Love the yellow! Turned out georgous! My washer and dryer are probably more anient than yours! Hey, but they work!! LOL

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  34. Thoughts for the day says

    January 24, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    Wow I am a bit jealous if I can be, my ‘room’ is under the stairs where the washer and dryer reside and the shoes are on a shoe ‘cubbie’ in the hallway.
    LOVE it…our next house will have an actual utility mud room. Thanks for sharing this.

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  35. miss flibbertigibbet says

    January 24, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    Looks super fantastic!!
    Lorraine

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  36. vsutton says

    January 24, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    Its lovely and it’s really a big room. Little green with envy!

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  37. Cre8ive Motives says

    January 24, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    You did a fabulous job. I love everything you did. I’m a bit envious, I don’t have a mud room 🙁

    ~Mandy

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  38. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    January 24, 2012 at 10:15 PM

    It was a fantastic and functional space before (I’m more than a bit envious) and looks so fresh and finished now with all your lovely accessories. I love that you used the orb to update the faucet and knobs too.

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  39. adventuresindinner says

    January 24, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    Just a wonderful spot. Welcoming, practical and bright! Perfect.

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  40. Kelly says

    January 24, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    I’m very impressed with this transformation! It’s so pretty. It looks like it’s ready for Spring with your new yellow color. I love that fabric you used for your window treatment too. I wish I had a nice mudroom like that. I’m sure it makes you feel better to walk through a decorated room instead of strictly utilitarian one now.

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  41. Bethany @ 3SonsPlus1...and... says

    January 24, 2012 at 10:59 PM

    Love the transformation Vanessa! It looks so cheerful and pretty…so it won’t matter as much about all that mud, right? =)

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  42. Ange says

    January 24, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Love the “new” mudroom! The colors are great, the yellow really brightens it up in there. Also love the picture from your grandma, personal and historical, my favorite!

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  43. Angela - Postcards from the Ridge says

    January 24, 2012 at 11:02 PM

    Now I have mudroom envy. That looks great. Love the bead board and the hooks. How clever of you to spray paint the faucet and cabinet hardware! Great project.

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  44. A Pretty Life in the Suburbs says

    January 24, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    Very fresh and bright! I love everything! And I actually think the wood effect on your chalkboard is fantastic!
    Jo-Anna

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  45. chateau chic says

    January 24, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    So bright and cheerful. Great job! Love the rug.
    Mary Alice

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  46. Dixie Delights says

    January 25, 2012 at 12:42 AM

    Love love the pale yellow with the cabinets. It all looks so cheerful!

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  47. debbie refresh restyle says

    January 25, 2012 at 12:47 AM

    Vanessa, It looks wonderful! I like the wood grain on your chalk board! Oh, and those knobs and faucet. It’s so pretty and if you figure out a way to kill your washer and dryer let me know!
    Debbie

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  48. Pamela says

    January 25, 2012 at 1:12 AM

    Vanessa what a wonderful update!! I DREAM of having a laundry/mud room like that!! All that space a girl could get giddy standing in there!

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  49. Debbiedoo's blogging and blabbing says

    January 25, 2012 at 1:15 AM

    Girl you have an unbelievable mudroom. I love it. What a great space. I am doing my little box over soon.

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  50. Sweet Melanie says

    January 25, 2012 at 1:16 AM

    Just beautiful…so light and fresh! This summer I am planning to do an entry in our garage as you enetr the downstairs…definitley going to be white!!! Thanks for sharing. :0)

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  51. Richella says

    January 25, 2012 at 1:16 AM

    YEA, Vanessa!! It looks awesome! I like everything about it–especially that you did most of it yourself and spent so little $$ on it. You are blessed to have such a large space. If I were to build a dream house, a big mudroom would be pretty much at the top of my list.

    About your washer and dryer–my advice (which you didn’t ask for, but I’ll give it anyway!) is to hold onto those as long as you can. If they break, have them repaired. I got a fancy new set a couple of years ago, and I SO wish I’d kept my old machines. Yes, the new ones are “smart,” but there are so many little things I’d always taken for granted that the fancy new machines just won’t do! And I swear the clothes do NOT get as clean. These new machines use less water, and that’s a good thing, but they just don’t get the clothes very clean, and that’s NOT a good thing. I’d take my old machines back in a heartbeat.

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  52. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    January 25, 2012 at 1:20 AM

    Girl you are good!! This is an amazing makeover! Love the new color, love the beadboard and LOVE that pretty valance on your window. Let’s just say I love it all!!

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  53. Dawn says

    January 25, 2012 at 1:43 AM

    So charming! This might even make doing laundry fun…

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  54. Jenny@daysofchalkandchocolate says

    January 25, 2012 at 2:15 AM

    SO gorgeous! I love each detail…the fabric, the chalkboard, the cabinet color, everything!

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  55. Becca says

    January 25, 2012 at 2:30 AM

    I have been waiting … and waiting … and WAITING for the reveal of your mudroom !! And, WOW, Vanessa … I LOVE IT. You truly did a fantastic job … your vision for this space was wonderful, and the fact that you did most of it yourself is so truly inspiring. You KNOW I love the beadboard … the hooks … the chalkboard … the work station AND the “new” knobs/faucet from a simple can of spray paint! You didn’t disappoint with this one bit … LOVE.IT !!!! xoxo

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  56. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    January 25, 2012 at 2:35 AM

    Great transformation and look at all those cabinets. Shazam! Love the new look.Thanks for joining Wow.

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  57. Jackie says

    January 25, 2012 at 3:13 AM

    Love, love, love it! You have great ideas and great taste. 🙂

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  58. Bonnie ~ a wee Meenit says

    January 25, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    I am so jealous of your mudroom! It is beautiful, I would even come over to do your laundry there!

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  59. Lori says

    January 25, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Just wonderfu. I love how you changed the faucet and knobs with the OB paint. I love that stuff and what a cost saver. Love your slate floors too.

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  60. Kim says

    January 25, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    The fixtures in my home are all oil rubbed bronze, and I love that you used oil bronze spray paint to transform yours. They look great!
    Hugs, Kim

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  61. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    January 25, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    Job well done…looks outstanding! Love the curtain, beadboard and all the hardware painted…so Nifty Thrifty.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  62. Leslie says

    January 25, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    I love every little bit of it!! Can I come do your laundry?

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  63. Stacy Curran says

    January 25, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the yellow so much. Makes doing laundry cheery! Now THAT’S good design!
    Stacy

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  64. Sailing with bare feet says

    January 25, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    It’s so clean!! I love it! !

    https://sailingwithbarefeet.blogspot.com/

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  65. Bunny Jean says

    January 25, 2012 at 11:16 PM

    Oh how pretty! You are SO lucky to have that space.

    The yellow is such a cheery color to use in the PNW, I know ’cause I lived there for most of my life. White bead board and yellow walls was certainly the way to go. I bet you are glad that you took your time to decide.

    xoxo Bunny Jean
    Wednesday’s Bunny Hop Party!

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  66. Val says

    January 26, 2012 at 12:45 AM

    I could live in that mudroom, alone.

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  67. Janet says

    January 26, 2012 at 2:17 AM

    Ok, your mudroom is nicer done than my kitchen!!LOL At least it’s done. And, BTW, we’ve been here for 35 years. Wall colors are similar, but yours is complete, mine is not. I do have a newer front loader washer & dryer. Original cabinets from its 1962 build, but hubs replaced the particle board doors with real wood and refinished the cabinets. All in our younger, healthier days. We paid to have the “mudroom/laundry room” sheetrocked, painted, plumbed, ceiling hung and bartered to get the linoleum laid. Enjoy it!!!
    Janet

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  68. Gabby says

    January 26, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Color me jealous! It’s a mudroom sanctuary!!! And don’t worry about being the last person to make a chalkboard. I have only used the spray-paint stuff for some little crafts, which were for my daughter’s birthday party.

    Gabby

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  69. Passionate for White says

    January 26, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    Great transformation and good for you doing it mostly by yourself!

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  70. Cristina @ RemodelandolaCasa.com says

    January 26, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    I really like the new color and extra details! It’s beautiful!

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  71. Sue says

    January 26, 2012 at 7:55 PM

    Vanessa, Changing wall color made such a nicer, bright difference to the room! Did u sand and/or prime your faucet and knob before painting? someone I read where someone else did this and she’s only had to re-touch one door knob in a couple of years. It makes a world of difference to update with ORB! 🙂 Sue

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  72. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    January 27, 2012 at 1:24 AM

    Love love your mudroom Vanessa!The new color on the walls is gorgeous and so bright and cheery now! Love the cabinet color too! 🙂 Thanks for linking up!!

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  73. A Cottage Muse says

    January 27, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    What a great space, so fresh and cheery looking!

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  74. Lakeshore Cottage Living says

    January 27, 2012 at 3:56 PM

    This is fabulous!! I love all the changes you have made…the curtain is so pretty and I love the new color of the knobs…and the prints. I am NOW the last person to attempt a chalkboard LOL. I didn’t know there was anyone else out there…lol. so funny. It all looks beautiful!

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  75. Jennifer says

    January 27, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    Beautiful!! I wish I had a mudroom. Our washer and dryer are in our kitchen pantry. You did an amazing job with this space. I love the green cabinets, too!

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  76. Heaven's Walk says

    January 29, 2012 at 11:59 PM

    GREAT job, Vanessa! I wish I had a mudroom, too! You took a ho-hum room and turned in to a really welcoming place to be!!! 🙂

    xoxo laurie

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  77. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    January 30, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    What a pretty mudroom, Vanessa! You did such a wonderful job transforming this space. Thanks for linking to my party. Hugs, Sherry

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  78. Stacie@hometownperch says

    January 30, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    That turned out great! The oil-rubbed bronze makes a huge difference on the cabinet knobs. I’m going to remember that trick!

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  79. Steph says

    January 30, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    What a beautiful room! Don’t worry about the washer and dryer. I have the same ones and even though I sometimes wish for fancy front load machines, you have to love an appliance that just keeps going and going.

    Where in the world did you find the inside curved molding??

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  80. Hutchinson Middle School says

    January 31, 2012 at 1:29 AM

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  81. Linda @ It All Started with Paint says

    January 31, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    Love it … I’m all over that bead board … and how impressive that you did it 99% yourself!

    Would you like to share at our multi-blog “Imagine the Impossibilities” link party? Here’s the link:

    https://www.itallstartedwithpaint.com/

    Thanks and hope to see you at the party (it’s a first for me!)

    Linda
    itallstartedwithpaint@gmail.com

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  82. Our Pinteresting Family says

    February 3, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    So amazing! I wish I had a mudroom that size …or a mudroom. 🙂 I love all of it.

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  83. Caroline says

    February 5, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    I absolutely love the cabinet color (muddy green). Everything is so clean and fresh looking in your mudroom! Nicely done!

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  84. The DIY Show Off says

    February 5, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Wow, Vanessa! What a beautiful transformation and awesome space! You did a fantastic job with all of the DIY details! Love it! 🙂

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    July 14, 2012 at 1:54 AM

    Very fresh and bright! I love everything! And I actually think the wood effect on your chalkboard is fantastic!

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  86. gina munsie says

    December 20, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    Hello.. I love your mudroom makeover, but I have to admit I would love to have the before room too. My laundry room is a nightmare, in the basement, some walls drywalled,some walls down to the studs, the open joists are the “ceiling’ where the ductwork isn’t, concrete floor, it houses the furnace, hotwater heater, freezer..argh, awful. I planned on redoing it this winter and then found out we needed a new roof!!! So in the spring I hope! Anyway, love your blog. Take care

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What do you do when you want to use a bunch of boo What do you do when you want to use a bunch of books in your decorating but it can cost $50 or more for just ONE brand new book? Head to the secondhand bookstore of course! I’m so excited about this new look in my family room and this easy, inexpensive decorating tip I’m bringing to you for this #tiptuesday
Today feels like one of those days that is worthy Today feels like one of those days that is worthy of a chef’s kiss. Blue sky with nary a cloud in sight, perfect mid-70’s temps, a gentle breeze blowing through my hair as I walk around my yard to see the status of my flowering plants.

This morning I was running errands and the weight of hard things that are happening in the world, the culture, my own community and even in our circle of friends just felt so heavy.

But, as I was exiting a store, I passed a couple who were in their late 60’s/early 70’s and holding hands as they walked through the parking lot. I happened to glance over just as the husband lifted his wife’s hand up and planted a kiss right on it. It was a moment that reflected such love and tenderness and it was made sweeter by the fact that they weren’t spring chickens. I felt honored that I had been the one to observe and appreciate that moment.

What an incredible thing it is that as humans we are able to hold so many emotions in our souls all at once. To feel sorrow for the pain a friend is enduring, grieve the decline of a culture drifting further from the Lord, ponder how to navigate a challenging school situation, marvel at and enjoy the beauty of creation right outside my door and feel joy at getting to see a tangible example of lasting love while walking through a parking lot.

I truly believe that as we mature in our lives and in our faith, we learn to embrace the tension that comes with the collision of different emotions and recognize that they can all coexist at the same time without one taking something away from another. Simple joys make the hard stuff a bit easier and hard stuff makes us appreciate those simple joys even more.

What’s a simple joy that you are thankful for today?
Oh what an absolutely lovely weekend we had!! Here Oh what an absolutely lovely weekend we had!! Here are some highlights…

*Friday night I joined some wonderful ladies at church for a time of fellowship and yummy desserts. I made a strawberry lemon coffee cake and it was amazing if I do say so myself. ☺️ We are new-ish to this church and have just felt so warmly welcomed and folded in which has been very healing.

*Saturday was filled with getting our outdoor spaces spiffed up and my guys got our new table put together!

*Sitting outside for lunch with a yummy salad and iced tea felt like a little slice of heaven.

*Sunday we went to the iris gardens with my in-laws and then came home for naps and the most mouth watering ribs that my sweet husband had on the smoker all day.

*This glorious weekend ended with some ferocious rounds of UNO-corn (a hilarious version of UNO) and brownies my sweet daughter made for our dessert.

How was your weekend sweet friends? 🌸
I am absolutely and completely a better version of I am absolutely and completely a better version of myself when the sun is shining! Raise your hand if this is true for you too.

And, not only do I feel myself seeming to physically rise up from a slumbered state to greet the sunshine we've been longing for, I find that it seems like my house is rising up too. Every room, every nook and cranny (even though I now see dust bunnies that I missed during my cleaning on the dreary days), every leaf and flower outside...it's all coming to life and breathing fresh hope into my spirit. What a gift it is to be able to enjoy this home in all of the seasons of the year and of our lives. Now, I'm going to head outside and clean our deck and maybe there will be some time leftover for those dust bunnies!
I’m slightly obsessed with these glass dispenser I’m slightly obsessed with these glass dispensers! They come with pre-made labels for SO many different options and would make a great Mother’s Day gift! I love how they add a bit of pizzazz to my kitchen. And they go perfectly with some of my antique accessories like the little dish my mother in law gave me for salt and pepper and the tiny toothpick holder which belonged to my great grandmother. 

If you’d like the link to order them, just leave a comment with the word ‘bottles’ and I’ll send it your way. They’re even on sale right now! 🙌🏻
The lilacs are coming! The lilacs are coming! This The lilacs are coming! The lilacs are coming! This is what I’m thinking (and sometimes saying out loud) every time I pass my dining room window and see my lilac tree bursting forth. I should probably just go full Paul Revere and ring a bell while I shout the news for all to hear. I’m sure my family would love that!

Lilac season is so bittersweet because it’s over way too soon but, fortunately, I’ve figured out how to capture the deliciousness of the fragrance by making my own lilac scented room spray. It’s SO simple!

Directions: Fill spray bottle with 50/50 ratio of water to vodka.

Add 12 drops of lilac oil. Give it a shake, spray and if the scent isn’t strong enough, simply add a few more drops of lilac oil.

This sweet little project was first featured in my book Life in Season and is definitely one of my favorites.

Have the lilacs started blooming where you live?
The cherry blossoms on the tree in our backyard ar The cherry blossoms on the tree in our backyard are at their peak and I’m here for it!
It’s time for another #tiptuesday! One of the gr It’s time for another #tiptuesday! One of the greatest joys of this stage in my parenting journey is getting to see the results of the years spent pouring into my children. The worry, the sleepless nights, praying, questioning our decisions and learning to trust in the Lord Who loves them even more than we do. We definitely didn’t do everything right, but what an an amazing experience it is to watch them become these incredible teens/young adults. My tip this week might seem simple, but I believe it can make a major difference in the lives of our children, in our homes and maybe, just maybe, in the culture too. 🌸
It was the most glorious day to celebrate my best It was the most glorious day to celebrate my best friend! Oregon came through with perfect weather for my wonderful husband’s birthday and we made the most of it by taking the convertible to our favorite winery and soaking up the sunshine, yummy food and wine. Then we had a lovely time celebrating with family at our home. Robb is truly the most amazing husband and father and all around incredible man. He loves and leads us well so it’s such a joy to get to honor him on his special day. 🎂

“The good man brings out of his good treasure what is good.” Matthew 12:35
It’s time for another #tiptuesday! Today I’m s It’s time for another #tiptuesday! Today I’m sharing with you two critical things to determine if you want to create order in your home which leads to a much more peaceful experience for everyone. As a recovering perfectionist, this has been one of my greatest lessons and I hope it encourages you today! 🍃
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