Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Moving Right Along


Moving right along with the kitchen remodel after several weeks of no activity, Bob the Cabinet Maker came yesterday with new doors and drawers.

This is the original wall where the Viking double ovens were.
Don't you just love our technique for keeping the door closed?
They were replaced 3 times, and each time the doors torqued.

When the ovens stopped heating, the decision was made to rip them out and get a range.
Here is the hole in the wall where they were, plus a drawer below.
I was second guessing my decision at this point. The right side of the opening was raw and uneven. How would it ever look the way I envisioned?

He removed the drawer and rebuilt the right side, complete with the beaded edge that all the cabinets have.

Today, he will build the shelves and install the double cabinet doors.
Then I can put away all my pots and pans that have been sitting out for weeks.

We also got a new drawer and bin where the trash compactor was.
Once it is painted, you will never know there was a "patch job."

This is the sample of the cabinet color.
I can hardly wait!

I want to thank you all for your kind words and notes of sympathy about Dexter.
It has been a really sad time for our family and your thoughts, prayers and poems have been very comforting.
Thank You.

19 comments:

  1. girl, I think you thrive on doing projects!!

    this is going to be fabulous ...
    I feel like I'm there in person!


    always missing you

    cute little puppy
    may your soul find peace

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  2. Oh Delores I missed the news about Dexter. I am so truly sorry for your loss. I know firsthand how this feels.

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  3. GM D! Wow, your cabinet man is doing an amazing job, can't wait to see the new GREEN!! Kitchen!! You are going to absolutely love it. I know you will be smiling every time you enter your kitchen!! So excited, xo Kathysue

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  4. I am so sorry I missed the news about Dexter. I send my sympathies, I know how hard it is to lose our pets. The cabinets are great. XO, Pinky

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  5. I think it is so exciting redoing a kitchen , Your's is already spectacular ,Can't wait to see it complete. Was it convection and if so could you hear the fan while cooking, Just asking because I just got one and did not know about the fan noise. Thanks

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  6. Now that is some talent! Can't wait for that gusty green! btw...I even let my husband read about your sweet puppy dog...made him sad too!

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  7. I love the cabinet color. Everything will be so new and fresh. How wonderful. Blessings ~Sara

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  8. The cabinet color and finish is absolutely perfect. It's clear you're having quite a circuitous adventure, but everything is lovely. Such satisfaction when the job is done well and uniquely yours. Chin up!

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  9. Oh my, what a project...hope to see the finish! Hugs

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  10. Such a sumptuous shade of jade! These cabinets are gonna look so killer!

    So glad I stumbled upon your blog, such great inspiration...I'll definitely be back for more! Awesome work!

    xo-Julie
    Peace. Love. LOL!

    Haute Khuuture.com

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  11. Looking forward to seeing it all completed. Love the handle of the mop used as a brace. That's creative!

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  12. You lucky girl! Can't wait to see this new kitchen. It's going to be fabulous! ~ Sarah

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  13. Hi, Can't wait to see it finished. I am going to redo our kitchen. I know those aga type ranges are so georgeous and so in fashion right now, however when I am older will I wish I still had a wall oven. How have you found the switch? Do you think I need both?
    I am glad you going with the gutsy green.
    Of and for a nice green visit http://www.xavierfurniture.com.au/index.php?page=products&id=152

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  14. Very exciting D!
    I am so sorry about Dexter:(
    Hopefully this project will keep you occupied while your heart heals.
    Terri

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  15. So sorry about Dexter this is always a very hard time , or it is for me . I think loosing a precious pet is hard as loosing a human family member

    I haven't replaced my Sissy , a pug who died

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  16. Delores,
    I'm really looking forward to the final reveal. Sounds like it will be great.
    Karen at Garden, Home and Party

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  17. Hi Delores, I'm so sad to hear of the loss of your dear friend. He gave you many years of happiness and now he is released from his pain. He will always live in all your hearts. Linda

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  18. How fantastic to have someone who can work this well! The result is going to be fantastic.
    So sorry I missed your piece about beautiful Dexter. I know how painful it is to lose a dog your post is a lovely tribute.
    Sharon
    x

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  19. Sorry about Dexter, Delores. Your cabinets will be gorgeous. I love your tablescape. The plates are really pretty...Christine

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