Wednesday, November 30, 2011

New Kitchen Post #2...the "Right Side"...

O.k. friends, today I thought I'd show you the "right" side of the kitchen.  There are a couple of things I love about this side of the kitchen - my farmhouse sink and my open shelves.  I'm also glad I decided to take the cabinets all the way to the ceiling.  Our ceilings are 9 ft. so I must admit - the far upper cabinets are not that practical - but they are great for storing seasonal dishes and such.
 In this pictures you'll see the pantry door - oh my goodness - probably the room I've spent the most time in since we moved in a month ago - the pantry.  I love having all my "non-pretties" in there and the best part - it is so easy to find everything.  When I get it all organized one day - I'll show it to ya ;-)
 In each corner of the kitchen - I decided on two cabinets that kind of resemble a kitchen hutch.  Great for displaying my white pitchers and other finds.  I also love the two drawers under them -  I'm sorry - you can't see here - but they are perfect for foils, wraps and such.  You will also notice - the glass is not in the corner units yet either - jus' another lil' thing that still needs doing.
My open shelves - hubby says "just another place to sit things" - well, he is right.  Fortunately, I did not need the cabinet space and I love the airy feeling it gives this side of the kitchen.
Lastly, the one thing I said was a must when we built this house and I truly only asked for this one thing - a farmhouse sink.  I found many online in the 1,000+ dollar range and I thought about just breaking down and getting one.  But I have a great friend, Julie, who let me tag along on a very loooooooong drive to IKEA and we found this one for just $299 - which sounded great - no fun to load - but the price was right! Thanks Julie!

You will also see we opted for a traditional shaker style cabinet front - we are really happy with the simplicity of it!
Well, that's it - the right side of the kitchen.  I'll share what's happening on the left a lil' later!

Have a happy day!

23 comments:

Holly Hills Primitives said...

Congratulations on getting all moved in for the holidays. The kitchen is beautiful - especially the sink! It was worth the drive. Can't wait to see more, Dawn

Kerin said...

What a lovely place to be and just cook and bake. You are a lucky girl!

I love the open shelving. No matter what you sit there, it looks great!

Thanks for sharing your new kitchen with us :)

Country Gal said...

What a beautiful kitchen ! I do like that hutch ! I love the idea of a hutch in the kitchen I have one as well they are great for displaying your kitchen collectables. Awesome photos of it all to. Have a wonderful evening !

Country Gal said...

P.S Wonderful header photo "smile"

Sharon said...

I love your kitchen!! And that pantry door, to die for. Nice job.

frances said...

Looks awesome...I have the same sink from Ikea only mine is a single and I love it...Cheers Frances

Lisa said...

I am so happy to see you back. I have missed you being on here. I love your house. I know you have been busy but I am so looking forward to seeing more of your home...and Christmas decorations (hint hint) lol. I love your style all the details in your kitchen are beautiful. Have a great week. Loved the pics.
Lisa :)

Lisa said...

I am so happy to see you back. I have missed you being on here. I love your house. I know you have been busy but I am so looking forward to seeing more of your home...and Christmas decorations (hint hint) lol. I love your style all the details in your kitchen are beautiful. Have a great week. Loved the pics.
Lisa :)

Lisa said...

ok my computer is crazy I think I posted twice oops sorry.

cindy said...

So beautiful! My dream farm kitchen :) BTW, I'm doing my daughter's wedding end of Dec in a rustic chic theme with burlap and pinecones and such...I keep images of the wedding you did in that barn as inspiration. :)

Pam B said...

Cathy, everything looks so beautiful...and you're even decorating for the holidays! Shocking considering you just moved in. You are so organized.

I love love love your carolers display with the red picket fence. That is just so stinkin' cute!

Hugs,
Pam

Dana said...

Cathy your home is amazing!! I love your kitchen and the thought that went into every detail, you are making things look fantastic which is no surprise at all, look forward to seeing the other rooms, thanks for sharing!! Dana

Carey's Farmhouse Kitchen said...

I love your kitchen so far! I want to do this someday with my modern cherry finish cabinets. I have high ceilings too. You're right not too practical on the space. I love the red with the white backdrop!

Kim said...

Happy for you and your family! Love it!
Kim in OK

Melinda said...

Looks great and very festive too!

Melinda

Vintage Gal said...

Cathy ~ your kitchen is just beautiful and I envy that farmhouse sink. It is my dream to have one some day ;-)

sonja said...

Ohh...I LOVE YOUR PICTURES...

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Sonja

Melanie said...

Love your kitchen, Cathy ~ it's beautiful! Great deal on the kitchen sink. :-)

Reginas Cottage said...

hello,
beautiful......i have the same kitchen sink.
blessings regina

JoanieK said...
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JoanieK said...

Hi Cathy, your kitchen is beautiful. I am getting ready to paint mine, can you tell me what color/brand you used.
Thank you.

Cathy Cobblestone said...

Joanie K - this message is for you - I hope you can see it since your e-mail is not enabled. But you ask me what color and brand my paint was in my kitchen - well, my friend, it is called rainwashed and it is from Sherman Williams. Good luck with your project!

Cathy Cobblestone said...

Joanie K - this message is for you - I hope you can see it since your e-mail is not enabled. But you ask me what color and brand my paint was in my kitchen - well, my friend, it is called rainwashed and it is from Sherman Williams. Good luck with your project!