Plans for 2012

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There are several projects I want to start and finish this year.

Remember the office we started?  Yeah, me too.  I'm typing from it now.  I moved my focus back downstairs.  I figured no one was coming over and asking to hang out there. 


I want to paint the kitchen cabinets using the cabinet transformation kit we used in the master bathroom.  I want the darker cabinets but so afraid it won't turn out like I want it to.  I have big dreams for that kitchen.


I want to finish accessorizing the formal dining room.  The stencil wall really got me excited and wanting to get this room done.  I know I just painted that chandelier but I want a more modern light fixture there.


The formal living room is bare.  Enough said.


I would love to make our master bedroom a sanctuary for us.  Right now its builder beige walls are cold and not inviting.  I'm thinking a warm paint color and lots of neutrals and blues.


Also the guest bedroom is screaming for some attention.  Right now it's the "I don't know where it goes so put it in there" room.  You're looking at the pushed to the side version.  If you could only see what was behind that door.


There you have it, my to do list.  I need to get cracking.
You have any big plans for 2012?



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Comments

  1. MorganJanuary 2, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    I have so many dreams for my house this year too. I believe in us! We will accomplish some things this year. =)

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  2. SmalltownOntarioJanuary 2, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    Love the stencil in your dining room.

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  3. LeslieJanuary 11, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    Love the stencil wall...so cool! Can't wait to see what all you do. Here's to keeping our goals!!!

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  4. Megandvd@Beauty in the AttemptJanuary 11, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    Over here from the Nester's party. I LOVE the stencil!! LOVE it. tell me your thoughts all about that. Maybe I will do that in our Master Bathroom. Hmmm...I need to also hear more about the kit. I have been thinking about using one for the master bathroom there too.

    Cheers~
    e

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  5. Linda {Calling it Home}January 11, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    We have a few of the same goals! Looking forward to watching!

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  6. heidiJanuary 11, 2012 at 7:53 PM

    Visiting from the Nester. I also want to make my very sterile master bedroom into a sanctuary this year. Can't waiting to see how you projects unfold!

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  7. missy sJanuary 11, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    i did my kitchen (it is a lot smaller than yours) with the cabinet transformations like you used in the other room and i love it! i say go for it!!

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  8. RHome410January 18, 2012 at 2:55 AM

    Your stencil wall is wonderful. Can't wait to see the kitchen makeover... and you have a nice master bedroom to start with!

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  9. UnknownJanuary 19, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    Popped over from 'Not just a Housewife' - good luck on your plans for 2012

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