Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Mama's living room make-over


My Madre has been wanting to do something about her family room. Something a little more organized. Something a little more her and a little less did-ten-kids-and-a-dog-just-run-through-here-and-dump-all-their-belongings?they-did?I-can-tell.


So true to Gretchen Form I decided to repaint the walls and trim. And my mom has been wanting to paint the kitchen a soft, happy yellow so we decided to do that too while we were at it. We picked out a lovely  tan/light brown to paint the walls and a crisp white as an accent for the trim. I couldn't be more thrilled with how it all turned out. My Mommy says she loves it too...I sure hope so! HUGE thanks to my Sisters for all their help!! It would have taken me ions to do it all myself!
Dang I have the cutest sisters!! Even when they're all grody from painting and sweating for a week. Amazing.

Ready. Set. Reveal!





Oh my Geez!! I have the cutest Padre EVER!
See this Ugly Sucker??

Amazing how happy a little paint can make someone!
Now I know it wasn't just the fumes cuz I'm still happy :)

This armoir that's housing the TV is the only thing besides paint supplies that we bought for the makeover.  Are you crushing on it as much as I am??! The excellent condition of the wood is beautiful. The details of the molding says, "I'm upscale". The incredible storage space made it a must have (I wish I had taken a picture of it...there's another cabinet inside the bottom cabinets, so its double layered. Holds TONS of DVDs, VHS's, and CDs), but the price is what made this beauty irresistible. Are you ready for it? Wait for it...............................
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50 BUCKS!
Yup. It was a killer craigslist find. Oh craigslist, how I love thee!!
So the total cost of the room: $60 in paint
                                                                   $20 for paint rollers
                                                         $50 for armoir
Total cost of makeover: $130
The look of satisfaction and appreciation on my Mother's face: Priceless

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