Thursday, January 22, 2015

A little change in the kitchen !

I've wanted to add a curtain panel on a lower cabinet for awhile now - but because they're new cabinets I felt wrong drilling holes into them for the hardware ( translation - I think that would be the straw that broke John's back )

So I simply bought a spring tension rod and used that instead -
I haven't even removed the door yet because I wasn't even sure if I'd like it

But I do !
I think I like it !
( I'm a little bit country )


The rings are too big for this purpose - I have to find smaller ones ( or get creative )
And I haven't even  removed the door because I may not like it tomorrow


Again I used a tablecloth - I simply folded it in half and the best part of that is?
I can whip it off when we're having supper LMHO !!!

What do you think?

Suzan says - Do you like it?
John says - I think it's better if I don't say anything at all
Suzan says - You don't like it?????
John says - Who hangs a table cloth on a cabinet door?
Suzan says - Half of the blogmosphere, that's who
John says - You all scare me

Here's the table cloth on the door in case you've forgotten - he shakes his head every time he walks by it.


I won't tell him I've just ordered another one from Amazon.....................but I may wrap MYSELF in the next one LOL


I found this jug over the holidays - and he doesn't get why I'm keeping wooden spoons in something
that's clearly meant for WATER either.


Have a wonderful Thursday everyone -
( by the way - I'm a little bit rock & roll too )
Big hugs,
Me


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41 comments:

  1. ANNEJanuary 22, 2015 at 5:23 AM

    Omigosh, your kitchen is looking so adorable!!!! Love the checked fabric. xoxoxox

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  2. Pamela GordonJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:13 AM

    I think the curtain looks cute and I also use spring rods for many curtains in our house! One is even on a table in the living room. The water pitcher is sweet!

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  3. DawnJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:30 AM

    Looks great, I love the buffalo check fabric.

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  4. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworkingJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:33 AM

    I like that cupboard curtain, it ties everything together. John is the funniest man ever!

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  5. Cranberry MorningJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:45 AM

    I think it's cute. And you better keep an eye on John. I hear that this is supposed to be the most depressing day of the year. LOL

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  6. CeciliaJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:46 AM

    I like it! There is just something fun about black and white checks and it makes the perfect cabinet curtain. What would John do without you to shake up his proper world? Live a boring life, I'm sure! Lol. I'm getting ready to move things around at the farm. I'm hoping the weather is decent enough to go to Canton the end of the month I have a "to look for" list that's growing. Have a good rest of the week!
    Hugs,
    Cecilia

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    1. UnknownJanuary 22, 2015 at 9:49 AM

      Thanks Cecilia ! It's not permanent which is probably the best part for someone like me who changes things up on a weekly basis LOL !!!
      It's cold in Texas????
      xoxo

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    I really like curtained cupboards, I think it softens the kitchen look, the color is perfect isn't it, the jug says water but what the heck, keep em' guessin ', thats what I say, lol

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  8. Pinky at Designs by PinkyJanuary 22, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    I like it! I love checks anyway. And the one on the door is great too. Have a great weekend.

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2015 at 12:45 PM

    I love it, it brings the checkered pattern from one side to the other. It looks very frenchie! BTW ai have that jug, I have been using it for flower bouquets (can't stand seeing the stocks in a clear vase), but now you've given me a new idea. Thanks. Patty

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  10. Manuela@A Cultivated NestJanuary 22, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    That's super cute! I used to use two black and white checkerboard tablecloths for my dining room curtains at our old house (so I love this idea :) )

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  11. bj January 22, 2015 at 2:20 PM

    I love it....black and white buffalo checks look good ANYwhere.
    Excuse me while I go to order MY tablecloth from Amazon. :)

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  12. bj January 22, 2015 at 2:29 PM

    Is the CLASSIC BLACK AND WHITE TABLECLOTH listed on Amazon the one you ordered?
    It doesn't say BUFFALO but looks like the one you have.
    Thanks...

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  13. UnknownJanuary 22, 2015 at 3:41 PM

    I think it is perfect and so is your kitchen. Men!!! They just don't get it but how much time do they spend in the kitchen anyway.

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    1. UnknownJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:00 AM

      Well in this house John's in and out of it a lot actually - mostly around the fridge but still......................lol
      Thanks so much Marlene !
      xoxo

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  14. RhondaJanuary 22, 2015 at 4:02 PM

    I think it's perfect! Lol! I love the conversations you & the hubby have:) typical guy!

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  15. PattyJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:33 PM

    To answer the question you asked Cecilia....yep, it's a little cold here. At least for us ! Nothing like it is up north. A few days ago it was 81 and now it's into the low 40's. But I'm a bit south of Cecilia, so she's probably colder, with a chance of a few snowflakes tonight. **** Suzan, I think you need a few more tablecloths.... throw one across the couch for snuggling and maybe put up another as a shower curtain. He'll freak ! HA HA !

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  16. cynthia lee designsJanuary 22, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    Love your kitchen!! I think the curtain looks great over the cabinet...gives the kitchen a farmhouse feel to it.
    ~Cindy

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  17. sweetvintageofmineJanuary 22, 2015 at 7:12 PM

    Love the buffalo check!! I too, use one of those little spring rods under my farm sink! They do the trick~~~Your kitchen is gorgeous!! Blessings~~~

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  18. ColleenJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:43 AM

    Looks great, but do be careful so when you use the oven that the rubber end of your spring rod doesn't get too hot and melt. Wouldn't be a good thing.
    Don't know what size your rings are but you could try shower curtain rings. They may be a bit smaller than what you have now.

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  19. ColleenJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:50 AM

    metal end caps is what I was trying to think of for your extension rod and can be painted black to blend in with your stove

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  20. Sherry @ Thrift My HouseJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:44 PM

    Looks good to me! I'm loving everything black and white lately and a touch of greenery. Your kitchen is so pretty Suzan!

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  21. At Rivercrest CottageJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:39 PM

    It looks fabulous Suzan. I love it dearly.

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  22. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseJanuary 24, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    It looks perfect. I love a curtain or tablecloth in a kitchen!

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  23. Feral TurtleJanuary 24, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    It's awesome Suzan! I really love the black and white.

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  24. Jane@Bluebird1959January 26, 2015 at 3:20 PM

    Oh those men! Clueless, I tell ya...clueless! Love the plaid on the cabinet and adore it on the door (no pun intended)! And now I am thinking of Donny & Marie.... ;) Jane

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  25. Sweet Parrish PlaceJanuary 27, 2015 at 8:06 PM

    It looks great! And where did you find that nifty cutting board that sits over your stove burners?

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    1. UnknownJanuary 27, 2015 at 8:39 PM

      Thanks Nicki !
      The cutting board is from Ikea - they're great !
      XOX

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  26. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 28, 2015 at 7:06 AM

    This is so cute, I love this idea and it adds so much character. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.

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  27. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceJanuary 28, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    Cute, I love the buffalo check in black and white--such visual impact. Thanks for linking up!

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  28. Diane | An Extraordinary DayJanuary 28, 2015 at 11:13 AM

    Suzan... I LOVE this! The fabric is perfect! And I'm crazy about the curtain at the door too. I remember in the old homes they used to put up curtains on their doorways. Everything you've done to the kitchen is wonderful. I can't imagine what else you could possibly do. But, no doubt you'll have some fun to show us in now time!

    Here's to a day filled with extraordinary creativity!
    I always love having you share with us at Project Inspire{d}! [hugs]

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  29. One More Time EventsJanuary 29, 2015 at 6:11 AM

    So Cute Suzan! Love it!

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  30. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 29, 2015 at 2:39 PM

    ha, ha, we gotta keep them guessin, right? Love the curtain! I did this same thing on two cabinets in my basement kitchen and love it. Mine is red check. I actually really like the rings. Didn't think of that. I sewed a casing on mine. You either love the look or don't. My youngest daughter told me that was the only thing she didn't really like about the kitchen. Thought it was a little cheesy. I almost wanted to say, "want a little cheese with that whine?". Like a good mom, I refrained. lol! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  31. BettyJanuary 29, 2015 at 3:50 PM

    Hi Suzan, I found you through Jann's Daily Cup. Very cute and very country looking, it all makes perfect sense to me. I've always the loved the look of a sink skirt in a country kitchen. And checks beside, oh! I've done the same thing in my kitchen under a portion of the counter where there is no cabinet, I use it as storage for large appliance and things I've boxed that doesn't fit in the cupboards. Tension rods are amazing. That's a great way to add privacy for your entry door. I've used a tension rod and fabric shower curtain that matches my bedroom comforter set in the doorway (no door) to our walk-in bedroom closet area. Oh, and pottery pitchers are the cutest containers for everything from flowers to cooking utensils, maybe a doily or finger tip towel draped over the top side. Hugs,

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  32. Danni@SiloHillFarmJanuary 30, 2015 at 6:33 AM

    Your little curtain looks darling and you know I love a new sew project! It's been a week....is it still up or did you already change your mind?

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  33. Gentle JoyJanuary 31, 2015 at 8:06 AM

    I like the check curtain.... it looks nice. :)

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  34. Mel@Mellywood's MansionFebruary 1, 2015 at 3:27 AM

    You're very rock and roll, even if you're in the country :) poor John he needs an iPad and blog lovin so he realises you're not crazy :) looks beautiful.

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  35. Tea in the LibraryFebruary 2, 2015 at 5:50 AM

    Very cute. Brings me back to my grandmother's kitchen. She had green gingham covering the area under the sink.

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    1. UnknownFebruary 2, 2015 at 1:25 PM

      Thanks Susan - that's where I should have it I guess - under the sink !
      xoxo

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  36. PamFebruary 4, 2015 at 12:15 PM

    I like it. Was thinking about taking off the cabinet doors under the sink just to do this but who knows if I will.

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