Happy Weekend!

I think this is going to be a very full weekend. We're starting phase two of our kitchen remodel: we're installing new lighting and we're also going to repaint. (Will and I recently admitted to each other that we don't like the green we chose for the walls after all. Dang!)

On Saturday, my parents are hosting a big Thanksgiving bash -- a week early since my grandma is having hip replacement surgery next week. I absolutely love getting together with my dad's side the family; my relatives are a lot of fun and always tell great stories. And then on Sunday, my mom and sister and I are planning to have a shopping day. We're hoping to get a lot of our Christmas gift-buying done. Let the weekend begin!

Photo from here. 

Now We're Cookin'

I'm happy to say our kitchen remodel is finally complete! When we started it over Memorial Day weekend, we didn't realize just how involved the project would be, even on a low budget. But we're pleased with the results. The white cabinets and lighter walls really open up the space, and the new countertops and faucet feel more luxurious. We're still planning to upgrade the fridge at some point, and perhaps the flooring and lighting too. But my husband and I have agreed to not worry about those things for some time. We're just going to enjoy this new room!

Here's a look at the kitchen BEFORE:

And here's the kitchen AFTER:

Photos by me. 

Perfection

I am in love with this kitchen. While I'm a sucker for pretty much any makeover or before-and-after photo series, this kitchen remodel on House Beautiful is incredible. The materials, the lines, the colors -- everything is so bright and clean and, well, just perfect.

Here, have a look. And don't miss the "before" photos on the online slideshow.

This kitchen may be just the inspiration I need to get a jump on some of our own home-improvement projects over the weekend!

Photos from here.