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My Version of Tidying Up the Pantry

January 27, 2019 By stylishrevamp 1 Comment

I think everyone has hopped on the Marie Kondo bandwagon. I watched one episode on Netflix and I have to say it stressed me out. I can live with mess for only so long before I lose it. That was the case with our pantry. I wanted to tackle it before Thanksgiving and time just got away from me. I decided to wait on the revamp until after the Holidays and it drove me crazy looking at the mess every day. It got to the point where we were buying things because we couldn’t find the ones we already had in the pantry.

This is the hot mess we lived with in November and December. Chaos like this drives me crazy. I am the type of person that has to have my house in order when I go to bed. No dishes in or on the sink when I go to bed at night, pillows fluffed on the couch and throws folded and placed where they need to be. It just helps me function better, especially when I start my day off with a clean kitchen. So this mess was difficult to deal with to say the least. After Thanksgiving, I knew I wouldn’t have time to complete it and I wanted to decorate and enjoy my Christmas home but this mess was always lurking in the back of my mind.

So, January was a fresh start. Once the Holiday decor was boxed and put away, we emptied out the pantry and got to work. I have to admit, this was my least favorite project ever. I felt like it was never-ending. So much stuff to sort through and quite frankly it was just mind numbing. I liked the actual revamping of the shelves and I didn’t mind painting the entire pantry but going through the food and organizing it was pure misery.

My version of tidying up the pantry

I have to admit the outcome was so worth the two weeks of misery I went through getting this space organized. I’ll take you back through the process and show you what it looked like.

This is what the panty looked like once we removed all the food. I then got busy removing all the old contact paper that originally lined the shelves. Once that was done, I scrubbed everything down with hot soapy water.

Then we made a trip to Home Depot. We picked up some Lauan Plywood (it is the very thin plywood that everyone is making faux shiplap from and something I am trying to talk my husband into doing in our sunroom. I’ll keep you posted on that situation). We had them cut the plywood down to the right size in the store and my husband made the angled cuts once we were home. We also bought some 1 x 2’s to trim out the shelves.

Once that was done, we puttied the nail holes and sanded everything. Then I got busy painting. I painted the ceiling, shelves, walls and the trim a nice bright white.

Resurfacing and trimming out the shelves made a huge improvement. Finishing out everything with bright white paint brightened up the space a great deal. The earlier paint was an off white with yellowish undertones not to mention any touch ups done throughout the years was done in different paint. So not only was it disorganized but we had about 4 different color paints jobs going on in there.

Now the fun(ish) part, the organizing in pretty containers. I have collected glass jars from Goodwill for years. I also asked for pantry organization items for Christmas and I have shopped at Bed Bath and Beyond too.

Getting rid of most of the cardboard packaging in the pantry was the biggest space saver of all. I never thought I would have enough plastic and glass containers to organize my pantry or that I would be able to fit everything back on the shelves but I did and I still have extra space.

Pantry Organization

Adding the shelf risers for canned goods is a great space saver and it makes everything assessable and easy to see. Placing together similar loose items in tray keeps everything organized as well.

I wanted to keep everything off of the floor. Adding these wire basket from Home Depot was the perfect solution to keeping things off the floor and organized. I will link everything at the end of the post. These baskets are a favorite! My brother-in-law made me this hand loomed rug and I adore it!

Some of the glass jars that I picked up at Goodwill throughout the years do not have an airtight seal. For the containers that are not air tight, I use them for all my coffee and tea k cups or packaged food. I also added two lazy susans in the corners. I may still add one to each shelf. We are also still think of adding another shelf up high for all of our paper products but for now, I think everything fits and we are fine as is.

Here are a few of my take aways from this project followed by links to products in our pantry revamp.

remove items from cardboard packaging
place similar loose items together in a clear tray
add wire basket for potatoes and onions
use risers for canned goods
use lazy susan in corners for easy access

Links for items used in this post are below:

Oxo Pop Top Containers

Clear trays

Lazy Susan

Expand A Shelf

Hanging Wire Baskets (i used the white shelves and mine came in a four pack)

Chalk Labels

I love how organized the pantry is and I don’t mind putting groceries away now. Having said that, this project was a tough one for me but I am glad it is over and I am hoping it NEVER gets that messy again. Thanks for joining me on this adventure. For any questions on this or any other post, I can be reached at krkolson@gmail.com or you can leave me a message in the comment section.

Until Next Time,

How to Reinvent Your Space on a Budget

June 22, 2017 By stylishrevamp 2 Comments

I feel like this post has been a long time in coming. I started to reinvent my master bedroom sitting room back in April and I am finally ready to share it with you today. It started off when I added shiplap to the fireplace which you can see here. Today I am going to share the rest of it with you and show you how to reinvent and revamp your space on a budget.

I feel like our master bedroom and sitting room were the last two rooms to get a revamp. Actually, they never did really have anything done to them other than paint changes a few times. We are planning on adding hardwood in the fall. I am so ready to ditch the carpeting. Who knew that a little 12 pound pup could wreak so much havoc on my carpet? The boys don’t help matters either. Even though the rooms are not 100 percent complete because we haven’t done the hardwood yet it still feels like a completely reinvented space with just a few changes! I will share the master bedroom portion in a later post. Today it’s all about the sitting room which is where I spend my time watching all the shows that my husband or boys would never, ever watch. Yep, I am a reality tv closet watcher!

I love this reinvented space. The tv stand/credenza was a Goodwill find. It cost $40 and it is solid. Each drawer is over 15 pounds. Yes, I weighed them because that thing was a beast to move upstairs. Once we got it upstairs we added casters so I could move it around with a bit more ease.

Originally, I had this piece in my sitting room…

There is nothing wrong with the piece, it was lovely but it just did not fit the space. It was too short and the depth was too deep. I wanted something to fill the space and draw the eye up. That’s where the shelves came in and I have to say that I love them! I adore them. Here, take another look at them!

How to Reinvent Your Space on a Budget

So let’s start at the beginning. I found the stand at Goodwill for $40 which was a steal. I know this will sound bizarre but I cannot wait to decorate this at Christmas time. Yep, I said it!

So this is what it looked like when I spotted it at Goodwill…and it was love at first sight!

This piece is huge. It is 76 inches in length and I am obsessed with it! I gave it a light sanding, primed, and painted it with a flat white paint that I had on hand to brighten up and bring light into the navy blue sitting area.

Do the candlesticks and tobacco baskets look familiar? Yep, they were originally in the sunroom downstairs. My husband wanted a larger tv so the decorative accessories had to go…for now anyway. I have plans to dress up the extremely large tv that now dominates the sunroom that he has taken over! I changed the color on the smallest candlestick and went with a charcoal color instead of the pale blue which you can see here.

Adding Shelves to Draw the Eye Up

Next we added the shelves. This is such an easy and inexpensive DIY. All you need is Simpson Strong Ties (I found mine at Home Depot) and wood of your choice. On this project we used pine 1″ x 6″ x 8 ft lengths. I wanted the 2 inch thick pine but Home Depot didn’t have what I was looking for in stock and once I get started on a project, I don’t want to wait, so we improvised and trimmed the boards out to give it more bulk.

I sprayed all the Simpson Strong ties with black paint. While they were drying, I marked the studs on the wall with painters tape and decided the best placement for each shelf. Once the ties were dry, I screw each tie to a stud. I placed one on top and one below the shelf. Then I slid each shelf into place, and screwed the Simpson Strong ties into the shelf. It’s a very easy process and the impact to me is huge. It totally reinvented the space. I will share more on my shelf styling over the weekend.

I hope you enjoyed my newly reinvented space done on a budget! I am completely enamored with it and it did not break the bank!

Until Next Time,

4 Tips for Painting Like a Pro

February 5, 2017 By stylishrevamp 1 Comment

On the blog we are fortunate to have a Guest Post by Erin Holdgate from Zillow Porchlight. Today it’s all about painting, one of my favorite DIY’s for maximum impact. Enjoy!

4 Tips for Painting Like a Pro
By Erin Holdgate
Paint packs a powerful punch in the world of do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvement, especially when it comes to transforming interiors. A well-executed paint job can rejuvenate a dull living room or revitalize a tired kitchen.

To turn your skills from DIY to pro-level, here are some tips from painting and home improvement professionals:

1. Do your prep work
Before you head to the store, remember that paint is only part of the project. The surfaces you will be painting need to be clean and dry before you get started. If you’re painting walls, fill holes left by screws and nails, and patch any cracks – a pristine surface gives you the best final results. Be sure to let spackle or other patches dry prior to painting to avoid debris getting stuck in the dried paint. To prep a piece of wooden furniture before painting, wipe down any dust and vacuum the area thoroughly. This will ensure sawdust doesn’t find its way back on to the furniture after you’ve sanded it.

2. Invest in quality supplies
To get great results, invest in high-quality paint, brushes and rollers. The last thing you want is loose bristles or clumps of lint dried into your living room walls the next day. Opting for cheap applicators is a common mistake made by DIY painters. Save yourself time and money by buying quality materials upfront so you’ll only have to do the job once. And before you head to the store, make a list of what else you might need: sandpaper, primers, drop clothes or finishes. Once your brush is wet, you won’t want to pause to run to the home store.

3. Paint with a full line of color
Now comes the fun part: Painting! But learning how much paint to put on your brush can be a bit tricky. A common DIY mistake is attempting to use up all of the paint on a brush or roller before re-dipping. This actually causes the paint to dry onto the bristles of the brush and the fabric of the roller to become matted. To maintain the integrity of your paint applicators, make sure you always paint with a saturated brush or roller. You’ll know it’s time to re-dip when the color begins to break up and you can see faint patches of uncoated surface.

4. Store leftover paint properly
Once the job is done, reseal the paint can tightly by gently pounding on the lid with a rubber mallet. Some suggest storing the can upside down to create an airtight seal. For water-based paint, your best bet is to place a piece of clear plastic wrap on the surface before resealing the can. For oil-based paint, pour a thin layer of water on top of the paint before resealing. The water will act like a film to prevent the paint from drying out. Make sure to keep your leftovers: You never know when you’ll need to do a minor touchup. Even if you plan to move, the new occupants will likely appreciate having the paint, especially if you mark the can with the room you painted with it.

Whether you’re giving new life to a coffee table or finally implementing one of your living room ideas to makeover the space, many home DIY projects require little more than a gallon of paint. With thoughtful execution and these helpful tips from the pros, the power of a great paint job is at your fingertips.

Thanks Erin for these great tips!

Until Next Time,

Paint Pens and Pallets – A DIY Christmas Sign

November 23, 2016 By stylishrevamp Leave a Comment

We are having our Thanksgiving meal today. Tomorrow we will head out for dinner with family but we wanted to have leftovers so I am making the entire dinner with all the trimmings today. I love the smell of turkey and stuffing cooking in the oven. So while the turkey is roasting, I wanted to share another quick Christmas sign with you using paint pens and pallets.

A few weeks ago I shared my DIY Christmas Trees for Sale sign. I love the way it turned out and decided to make another Christmas sign this time using pallets and paint pens. I really love the paint pens because they are so easy to use. The Pallets on the other hand not so much.

My son brought home a pallet from work and I loved the color on it. What I did not like was how difficult that thing was to take apart. I know some people can tear through a pallet within thirty minutes but not me! I was finally able to get enough pieces off of mine to make the sign then I was done.

Can you see the big blocks of red wood on the pallet? I have a great idea for those pieces but sadly they are still attached to the remaining bits of the pallet and at the moment I have no desire to try to rip them off! I am hoping BK will finish it off for me.

Back to the sign…I basically did the same set up on this sign, using carbon paper and making my stencil. You can read more details on the process here. The only difference with this sign was using the pallet wood which made it a bit more rustic looking. I cut the pieces down to size and gave them a good sanding. The pieces are still a bit rough but I like the rustic look it adds to the sign. I attached the four pieces of wood together with some scrap wood and my Ryobi Brad Nailer.

DIY Christmas sign using pallets and paint pens

Once everything was ready, I let the Gman paint the lettering with the paint pens while I enjoyed a cup of coffee.

I am so ready to start decorating for Christmas. I am going to begin on Friday after I do the Turkey Burn at the gym which is a 90 minute workout. O.K. first I will do the Turkey Burn, take a nap then I will get started with my decorating. I am looking forward to using my new signs in my Christmas decorating this year.

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends and family.

Until Next Time,

How to Make a Change Using Paint

September 25, 2016 By stylishrevamp 1 Comment

Happy Sunday!

Today I am sharing how to make a change with paint. This is a quick and inexpensive way to make a change that can either make a huge impact or a subtle change. I wanted a subtle change.

In our foyer, we have two mismatched tables that flank the door. I have been looking for a while to replace them but I haven’t found anything that I just had to have. The pieces that I did fall in love with were too big for the space. This is one of those items that I talked about in my Ultimate Guide to Thrift Shopping.

How to Make a Change with Paint

A few weeks ago, I finally decided that instead of buying more furniture I would just paint my existing tables. I normally love the mismatched look but these foyer tables needed a revamp. I wanted a more cohesive look and I knew I could get the look I wanted with paint.

I picked up a can of CeCe Caldwell’s paint, on clearance, at a local shop that is no longer going to be selling paint… so score one for me. I wanted a shade of gray that was darker than my walls and this was the only can of gray they had. Luckily for me, it works.

The CeCe Caldwell paint is similar to Annie Sloan chalk paint. Although, it was a bit thicker than the Annie Sloan paint. Other than that the application was the same. Every time I paint, the can reads one to two coats, that is never the case for me. Both table needed three coats and if I am being completely honest they really could have used a 4th coat but I was done. When I am finished, I am finished!

Again, this was a subtle change and all I really wanted was a more cohesive and updated look. My husband didn’t even notice the painted tables until I pointed it out to him.

This is the second table in the entryway. It is similar in style but painted black with a bit more detailing.

I also added some gold rub and buff to add a bit more dimension to the detailing. It also helps tie in all the gold that I have in my foyer.

Once all the painting was complete and the gold rub and buff was dry, I had to seal the paint and add protection. I like to use Americana Decor wax. You can pick it up at Home Depot. It is much easier for me to use. I paint it on with a foam brush and let it dry. Once it’s dry, I buff it with a lint free cloth. Easy Peasy!

Creating Cohesion with Paint

Although the two pieces are a bit different, I like how the paint ties them together without being too matchy matchy. It doesn’t look like I went out and bought two pieces of identical furniture, yet they still go together.

I am enjoying these small changes made with paint. When you are looking for a change, get out a can of paint.

Until Next Time,

To Paint or Not to Paint?

June 15, 2016 By stylishrevamp 1 Comment

Hello everyone! I am happy to say that we are down to the final two days of school here! Thank Goodness! That’s all I can say, we are so done with this school year. It’s been a great year but we are ready to go into summer mode. We are ready for late nights, lazy days, pool time, the cape, the Island Home and the beach! It would be ideal if school ended at Memorial Day.

The weather here has been fabulous. We have had a nice warm breeze and sunny skies which makes for perfect pool days. I took this photo on Sunday while we were hanging out at the pool.

Everything is in full bloom and looks so pretty.

So in between being lazy and relaxing by the pool, I finally got around to digging out an old desk lamp that we have had forever. We picked up this desk lamp in Virginia many years ago. It had no wiring and was a bit beat up but my husband and I both liked it.

To Paint or Not to Paint?

That is what I am trying to decide at the moment.

At first, I was definitely going to paint it, then I went to this website and saw all of their Vintage lamps and now I am undecided. My hubs told me to live with it for a while and then decide. I think I kind of like it, it reminds me of this vintage Boston Pencil Sharpener that I picked up at the flea market.

They look very similar to me.

My husband had to rewire the lamp which he taught me how to do. It seems like a fairly simple thing that I might try on my own it the future.

I love all the small details on this little desk lamp. I am still trying to figure out what screwed into the base of the lamp. I reached out the website I mentioned earlier, hoping that they could shed some light on that for me. I am not quite sure what the other grooves were for, I am assuming pens and maybe paperclips. At least that’s what I would use them for.

Until I decide if I am going to paint or not, I will enjoy it in its original state.

What do you think, should I paint or not?

Until Next Time,

How to Revamp and Style Your Thrift Shop Finds

March 20, 2016 By stylishrevamp Leave a Comment

Today I am sharing how to revamp and style your thrift shop finds. Last week I shared with you the corner cabinet I found at the consignment shop. It was in pretty good shape when I found it but it still needed a little revamp.

I think the easiest way to update any thrifted find is with paint. It is a quick and inexpensive way to completely change the look of a piece or just a way to freshen it up.

I wanted to freshen up the corner cabinet by spraying it with a bright white paint to match the other bookshelves in my Home Office. Here is a reminder of the piece before I sprayed it.

I think this piece is adorable, it is small with really cute detailing.

To add more height to the cabinet, I added a few tall vases to draw your eye upward. I found the wooden vases at Target. I wanted to add wood tones to break up some of the white. I also added touches of gold to tie into the rest of the gold scattered throughout the office.

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I was finally able to use my HomeRight Finish Max Sprayer that the Gman bought me for Christmas and I am in love with it! It was super easy to use. The most difficult part was getting the consistency of the paint correct and even that was pretty simple. I was so excited to get started even though it clearly states in the directions to practice spraying on scrap wood but I jumped right in and started spraying my cabinet. My biggest regret is not being able to use the HomeRight Finish Max Sprayer sooner. I was able to spray the entire piece within minutes and the finish is so pretty. Now that we are moving into Spring, I am super excited to be able to spray more pieces!

How to Revamp and Style Your Finds

My Target clearance sale find…loving the gold bookends.

I picked up the little mouse votive in a little boutique shop in a small town not too far from us. Even though mice freak me out, I thought this little guy was sweet!

I love adding unique pieces to my shelves. You can read about the Typography DIY art here.

The next time you are out and see a piece that needs some love, remember the power of paint!

Until Next Time…

Thrift Shop Thursday #19

October 8, 2015 By stylishrevamp Leave a Comment

I have missed the past two weeks of Thrift Shop Thursday. I really thought that since the gym was near both of my favorite thrift shopping spots, it would be a breeze to pop in, see if I could score any new finds, then head home…quick and easy! Well, that is not happening. One, when I leave my class at the gym, I am either dying or just look like I am dying or two, I skip class all together then don’t go thrift shopping for fear someone from the gym will see me! Anyway, today I hit the gym and the shops and found something to share and yes, I did look like a mess!

I love the large candle holder that I found at the consignment shop. When I saw it, it reminded me of the one Joanna Gaines found at an auction on The Fixer Upper, one of my favorite shows on HGTV.

This is what it looked like when I found it today.

Since I was planning on using it in my office, I was back and forth between spraying it black or gold. The gold won out!

This is a nice and heavy piece. I am glad I chose the gold. It gives it a nice pop. Check out Charlie in the background…so bored with this whole blog thing!

Yep, I am still loving my office space!

The next piece I am sharing, I found several months ago. I get stuck on something and pick up several different variations. I am back to the candleholders.

This one is just a teeny tiny one that I picked up a Goodwill. I will just add it to the collection of gold candleholders in my office. Seriously, this is the last gold item and the very last candleholder that I will share…for now!

I just love this little candleholder though, I think it is so sweet!

Last up on this week’s Thrift Shop Thursday #19 is an old one that I have shared before but wanted to share again before I repaint it.

I found the base of this cloche at a flea market. It was originally stained wood that needed some love. I painted it with Annie Sloan Graphite Chalk Paint. I am thinking of repainting it and off white. I think the graphite is just too dark for my dining room. I still need to put some more thought into it but I love this piece. I picked up the glass top at Michaels and it fits within the base perfectly.

Well, that’s it for this week’s Thrift Shop Thursday #19. I hope you are finding some great thrifted finds too.

Until Next Time,

Changing Paint Colors from Warm Tones to Cool Tones

May 19, 2015 By stylishrevamp Leave a Comment

We are in the final stages of repainting the entire main level of our home as well as our basement. The process started when we decided to redo our kitchen. We knew that when we reworked the kitchen we would need to do the family room because they are open to one another. We also decided at that time to repaint the dining room as well. Once that was done and we had time to sit with the new color choices for awhile, it was obvious (to me anyway) that we would need to repaint the foyer, formal living room and the sunroom. We are slowly working from all warm tones to cool tones.

I live with four males and they do not pay attention to anything like warm and cool paint tones. It was driving me crazy. Our kitchen, family room, and dining room had cool shades of grey in varying tones. Then off of those rooms, we had our foyer that was a warm beige and it just looked muddy to me.

So this is where it all began…the kitchen!

In our Kitchen we went from a yellow faux finish with green, gold and burgundy accents…

to a grey and white kitchen.

Even though the grey is a cool tone, I think the kitchen still feel warm and welcoming.

Once that was completed we did the living room. It was the same yellow faux finish with the burgundy and green accents as well.

Changing Paint Colors from Warm Tones to Cool Tones

Once that was completed, we did the dining room. I love, love, love the transformation in this room. We went from a deep red/maroon to a light beige/grey finish.

(before)

I will do a complete post on each room when I get everything completed.

The foyer was a warm beige that we repainted to a grey tone as well.

I was a bit nervous when this color first went up on the wall. It looked just like the kitchen and the family room. Once I got everything back in place, I loved it. Even though my husband says it is exactly the same as the other rooms, it isn’t and I love it!

If you look to the right of the photo, you can see into the formal living room which is being transformed into an office space. I think we will use it more once it is done. Before, we used it as a pass thru into the sunroom.

This is the former formal living room that you got a glimpse of in the above picture. It used to be painted a dark navy blue. My husband loved the dark color but once we started lightening up the house, I think even he would agree, it has been a great change. Again, I will do a full post on each of these room once everything is completely finished. Here’s where we are now…First, my husband built me these bookcases which I also showed you here.

(I cannot wait until we are completely finished with this room! I am still looking for some furniture pieces!)

Then we had the walls painted a light beige.

You can see in the above photos how the walls were a dark navy. I will post more on this later.

The last room we are painting on the main living level is our sunroom. This is the most comfortable room in the house. I love this room, I even love the colors in it now but 1.) I am ready for a change and 2.) it doesn’t flow with the house any longer and 3.) I am tired of hearing the males in this household complain about the floral prints!

This room is painted a warm yellow/gold color also in a faux finish. I want to do a more neutral look. I love this look from Liz Marie Blog.

I think this room is gorgeous.

Anyway, that is where we are at the moment…paint everywhere!

My Paint Colors:

Kitchen- Grayish by Sherwin Williams SW6001

Family Room- Proper Gray by Sherwin Williams SW6003

Dining Room- Realist Beige by Sherwin Williams SW 6078

Foyer- North Island by McCormick Paints 0552

Formal Living Room/Office- Santo by McCormick Paints 0538

Sunroom- Cool Platinum by McCormick Paints 005

As I finish off each room I will do an updated post.

Until then…

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Family Room Revamp

February 12, 2015 By stylishrevamp 4 Comments

Remember when I told my husband if we revamped the kitchen we would have to redo the family room too? Well, we did and it is finished. I feel like we are living in a brand new home now that the Family Room Revamp is complete. Now I am itching to get upstairs and start revamping it as well. My husband is probably still not ready for that conversation!

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My Version of Tidying Up the Pantry

My version of tidying up the pantry

Pantry Organization

How to Reinvent Your Space on a Budget

How to Reinvent Your Space on a Budget

Adding Shelves to Draw the Eye Up

4 Tips for Painting Like a Pro

Paint Pens and Pallets – A DIY Christmas Sign

DIY Christmas sign using pallets and paint pens

How to Make a Change Using Paint

How to Make a Change with Paint

Creating Cohesion with Paint

To Paint or Not to Paint?

To Paint or Not to Paint?

How to Revamp and Style Your Thrift Shop Finds

How to Revamp and Style Your Finds

Thrift Shop Thursday #19

Changing Paint Colors from Warm Tones to Cool Tones

Changing Paint Colors from Warm Tones to Cool Tones

Family Room Revamp

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