Hi Mustard Ceiling-ers! I’m Elizabeth from little black door and I’m jazzed to help out Elizabeth in the midst of her big move. I wanted to share a project that I couldn’t pass up, literally.
Those of you who read my blog know that I found this in the trash a few months back. Well, the side of the road to be more accurate. I pumped those brakes and jumped out to grab the sucker. Storage in the family room is always needed and a great corner cabinet for zero bucks – yes please. I loved her side moldings, her cute little kick plate and her nice bullnose edges.
But to be honest, there was a reason she was in the trash. Sister was in bad shape. I will sheild you from the horrors of her corners, baseboards and general grossness. I’ve got three words for you – Kilz Kilz Kilz.
But she buffed up pretty well. And after lots of caulk, and four coats of paint she was ready for some lipstick.
So, I went back to what my gut had told me in the first place – Kelly Green. Have I learned nothing from Oprah? Always trust your gut.
And as for the inside backs (is that even a real term?) I decided to go with a great vintage map of Manhattan.
I love the way the river runs right down that weird tall skinny shelf on the end.
Family room storage – check!
I’m always a sucker for a gallery wall.
Which gave me a great excuse to use something I’ve loved from Ampersand Design Studio for quite a while. (it is actually desktop wallpaper but I loved it so much I printed it off)
Thanks Elizabeth for letting me share and thanks everyone for reading. Come over and visit me some time!
oh my gosh i LOVE that, elizabeth! it is amazing!!!! i need one!
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That is really cute! I love how it turned out, and how you showed us the trials and errors. Great storage solution and you integrated it so perfectly in your family room!
Nancy
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Love the maps in the background. Love your roadside treasure – makes me realize I gotta get a bigger vehicle!
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Adorable! I love the little details and the artwork you hung above. I bet your kids gravitate to this area.
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Elizabeth – it turned out amazing! I love it! I keep hoping to find the right piece to redo in Kelly green to feed my Kelly green obsession! Will keep my eyes peeled on the side of the road!!!
Great details! I love how it turned out – the maps are fabulous! What a find … lucky girl!
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This is too cute! I love all of the colors…..great guest post too!
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Great project, Elizabeth! Sometimes a detour or two are necessary in a project — makes the end result that much more enjoyable.
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Great roadside find!! The updated look looks great!
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I love it! The maps are perfect and the gallery wall is so colorful!
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Love this transformation…what a cute little corner you have created!
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Oh my gosh Elizabeth- I love this!!! I think my favorite part is how you lined the back with the map- so cool!! And you are the queen of corner gallery walls! You make me want to do one right now!!
Gah! I can’t get over how great this is! It looks cozy in the room. Wish I had that spot to sit with my girls and read books. So great!