Strawberry Julius

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Black Interior Doors

A few weeks ago I mentioned that The Mister was watching Property Brothers on HGTV and saw a renovation where they painted all the interior doors in the house black. He said they had grey and taupe walls just like us and the black doors were gorgeous. Well, I said, "Let's do it!" And before he could even blink, I had purchased the paint!

I did a little bit of searching online to see if I could find some photos, since I didn't see the program that he did. I guess the rage of black interior doors began a couple of years ago! There were several interior design websites that showcased them, and I loved the look. I was imagining a full two-day weekend to get the job done, but it ended up being 3 Saturdays and we still have a few more doors to do before the project is complete! I thought we would paint them right where they hung, but when we decided to switch out the brass hardware to brushed nickle, each door had to come down and that added a lot of time.

We used Olympic Interior Semi Gloss in Soft Black.

A before and after shot. I love the change! And I don't miss the typical builder's white doors. It was kind of like getting rid of that 'builder's beige' on the walls of a newly built house. They look richer and more custom than the traditional white six panel doors that we had before.

Before and after in the laundry room. The first of three coats. Three doors at a time. One on the dining room table and two on the kitchen island.

The brushed nickle, which I think goes well with the grey walls and black doors. We needed 5 types of knobs and all new hinges, too. I made a paper template of a hinge to take to the hardware store with me, to make sure I got the correct size.

I thought they might make the rooms seems too dark, but that didn't seem to be the case at all.

I'm linking up with Metamorphosis Monday!

Click HERE to see other home make over projects starting at 9:00 A.M. EST. ♥

Random Thoughts

1. I've been on a green tea kick lately. After I've finished my daily pot of coffee, of course. Did you know that green tea is extra good for you? Just 4 cups a day helps fight cancer, dementia, high cholesterol, heart disease and obesity.
2. I can tell winter has really settled in. Static cling in my hair brush, dry noses, and skin have brought out the humidifier in our house....and lots of body lotion!
3. I cleaned my jewelry this week. Would you believe I had cookie dough under my diamond that I think was from the holiday baking? ha.
4. You know it rains when ever I run errands and go to the grocery, right? Because of having sick kids home from school on and off, I changed my grocery day three times this week. It rained every single day I chose. ha.
5. My bangs need trimmed. Just sayin'.
6. Speaking of my hair, I received my Certificate of Appreciation today from Locks of Love. My ponytail arrived safe and sound and they said thank you.
7. I'm craving a peanut butter cookie, or two. :)

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Stand Out In A Crowd!

No color editing on this photo. Pretty amazing, huh!

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What I Did Wednesday #20

I worked an auction today!

It was full of collectibles, antiques and lots of interesting stuff.

1. This completely refurbished Standard Oil gas pump with crown shaped globe light went for $2900.
2. The boss. :) The wood barber shop pole went for $150.
3. The wood advertising boxes and tins went for over $100 each.
4. We had a nice crowd. And it's always fun to people watch. :)
5. This large pig, made of antique license plates, had a winning bid of $750. An owner of a local car dealership bought it for his showroom.
6. He did have a cute face. ha.
7. The huge flour sifter and storage tin only went for $40. Wish I had bid!
8. No junk at this auction, not even anything left for the trash pickers! (me, included! ha.)

What did you do today?

I'm sitting here listening to sleet beating on the windows!

Brrrr!