Friday, July 23, 2010

Watch Me Try To Build Something...DONE!!

Finally, last steps and final images of the message board. Really!


Wipe down.


Attach some awesome Ook Hardware...


...measure, nail, hang and write!





I love how the island looks blue in the below image...it really does read differently in every light and photo. In reality the color is more green, but would love this look as well!!


Next week will see me up in Isabella's and Max's bathroom, a room that has gotten zero attention to date. I'll be hanging the second message board there and start a few other projects to bring some function and style into that room. In the meantime, for more ideas on ways to use message boards in your home, look for my Houzz Ideabook tomorrow!
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32 comments:

L.Duncan@Home23DuncanBoys said...

It looks completely custom, Janell! As if it came with the house! I'm pretty sure that's the look you were going for right:-)

I have to check out French Fred below!

emily said...

very nicely done!

Caroline @ The Feminist Housewife said...

Very nice!

Can't wait to check out the bathroom!

Formerly known as Frau said...

I love it...your kitchen is amazing!Have a wonderful weekend.

Lori said...

Oh boy.....you are good!!

Tonia @Chic Modern Vintage said...

I love chalkboards and I'm with LD, looks like it was built with the house.

Design Esquire said...

It looks fantastic!!

Tricia said...

I love it! You are such a talented gal!

Krista@thegatheringplacedesign said...

I am impressed! It is a nice compliment to your amazing kitchen. Love it:)

Denise@alloverroses said...

It looks amazing! You did a great job!
Denise

Laurel @ Ducks in a Row said...

This looks awesome! Why do I want to give myself another project everytime I read your blog?!

Deliciously Organized said...

Very stylish! Your kitchen looks incredible. When are you inviting us all over?

Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia said...

It looks wonderful! You did such a great job!
XO
Kristin

marty (A Stroll Thru Life) said...

Janell, it turned out gorgeous and I love where you put it. Such a great job. Hugs, Marty

Kristen said...

It looks amazing! And I love your kitchen! What a beautiful, restful place to make a wonderful meal.

Mrs. Chic said...

I love the size of the chalkboard looks great! I love your kitchen looks so pretty :)

Wendy said...

Wow!... it looks great! Great job!

The Chatelaine said...

What a great project! I love your kitchen anyway but this adds a lovely punch to it. Thanks for sharing!

Struggler said...

Looks great, very nice addition to your kitchen.

Centsational Girl said...

So perfect Janell, I'm so impressed. I think you may have more 'building' projects in your future . . . :-)
Have a lovely weekend!

Kate

Susie @ Maddie's Nest said...

Wow, looks totally custom and fits perfectly with your kitchen. Love it. BTW, I pulled out my BM fan deck to look up one of the Robin's Egg blue islands I posted last week and the chip looks completely green....go figure.

Have a great weekend.

Room to Inspire said...

It looks fantastic! I love the custom look - the size and placement is perfect! I hope you have a great weekend.

Chelsea

Jade @ Flip Flops + Pearls Design said...

Nice job! The whole kitchen looks great!

cupcake monkey said...

Gorgeous!!!
My husband always says, "Honey I do not have a wood shop!" every time I say, "Let's build something." I asked him if he knew that Home Depot could do that part of the work for us and he looked horrified and said he had hoped I would never find that out! Now he knows I am going to put him to work...or at least put myself to work.

Thanks for the inspiration...as always. :)

Heather said...

GREAT job! Three cheers for you! It looks like it was just built into the house! I think you have a new career ahead as builder!

Mrs Modern Country said...

That's amazing! I saw your 'finished' post and thenscrolled down to see how you made it.I couldn't believe you put it together from bits of mdf; it looks really professional. You're a diy whizz!!

AB HOME Interiors said...

Wow it looks beautiful. Great job. And it is something every kitchen needs!
Have a great weekend
xo
amanda

Ashley said...

It looks awesome!

LindsB said...

It looks great, I really love the detail of casing- really great touch!

pve design said...

Well done, A+ for you and your kitchen!
pve

Sarah said...

This chalkboard is perfection. it fits perfectly into your space. BTW, I LOVE your pendant lights.

CJs Eco Chic said...

Love this idea as the black chalkboard paint has been getting old. Can I inquire what your wall color is? I love the white frame with it and would love to do an accent wall with this color.

Thanks!