Monday, July 19, 2010

Kitchen Progress and a Little Sewing

Last week we had the counter tops installed, with two strong guys the granite went it. They had to do some grinding of the granite to get it to fit the uneven walls and cabinets. The following day was the install of kitchen sink, I never would have thought it could take 3 hours to install a sink but when I looked under the cupboard and saw the construction they did to hold the sink in place I was amazed. Next step is the back splash tiling. I still need to decide what to put there and then finish up painting. The wainscoting you can see in front of the island needs paint as well as the box with the microwave.
I did a little sewing, the bottom polka dots is a plastic. I didn't have a plan when I started making the bag, only that I had a small piece of plastic left over from a friend who made cushions for her patio. I just knew somehow I was going to make a bag from it and this is what came out.  I did more stitching on the Ruby's Garden but nothing finished to show yet.

We are having gorgeous weather with sun but not too hot, prefect for sitting out on the deck.

20 comments:

Terry said...

Your kitchen is looking good! Love the bag too! :0)

JoAnn ( Scene Through My Eyes) said...

Lovely kitchen, and the bag is darling. I love the fabrics. Isn't this weather the greatest - we went to the beach yesterday for a picnic - heavenly.

Elsie Montgomery said...

Your kitchen (and bag) is lovely. We also have white cupboards and wondered what dark granite would look like - we are ready for a change. Thanks for the great photo!

Shakerwood said...

Love it when a plan comes together! Looking good!!

Kaaren said...

Gorgeous, Wendy. Looks like a photo out of a decorating magazine.

And the bag isn't too shabby either! *wink*

Talin's Corner said...

Wow things are moving along. I love your strawberry and polka dot bag. Enjoy.

paulette said...

Gorgeous kitchen!! And your bag- very cute and so summery...and yes we DO live in paradise!! Take care!
Paulette

Lori said...

Your kitchen looks amazing! I bet you are loving it!!!

What an adorable summery bag. Great job!!

Sue-Anne said...

Your kitchen looks fantastic Wendy! Love your new bag.

Thimbleanna said...

Oh Wendy! It's gorgeous! And I see you have those yummy drawer pulls that I love!

Karen said...

It's beautiful Wendy - it looks light and bright and I bet it's a joy to be in. Your bag is adorable. Hope all is well in your neck of the woods - long time since we chatted :).

Hugs - Karen

Anonymous said...

I seriously need some granite!! We've been talking but trying pay college tuition and two male driver's insurance under 21 kills us!
Your kitchen is inviting...my I?

Loves to Quilt said...

I definitely want your new kitchen! Trade?!

Shauna said...

Wow - beautiful kitchen!

Lynn said...

Your kitchen is gorgeous!!! and love that bag!

Quilts And Pieces said...

Your kitchen is looking great! and what a cute bag! I bought 2 plastic bags with polka dots too this week!

Anonymous said...

Your kitchen is gorgeous!
Mine is similar in white and you will all just love it-easy to keep clean and beautiful!
The strawberry tote is sweet too!
Love,Linda

jldouglas@wispwest.net

Roseanne said...

Your kitchen look lovely. I realy need a new kitcken but it will have to wait.

Red Geranium Cottage said...

Love your kitchen Wendy. It's so pretty and new looking. Feels good when it's all done doesn't it? Worth all that dust and dirt.
Cute bag you made. Love the red/white polka dots.

Carol said...

That is the cutest tote bag, I love it. And your kitchen is just beautiful.