Thursday, April 2, 2009

My Fav's.....

Several posts back, I showed you my kitchen island that we had gotten chairs for and I mentioned we were in the process of getting a new top made for it. Well, its done and I finally took the time to take some photos so I could show you. I am sooooo happy with how it turned out. Our good friend Brian made it for us. He does such good work! We use old architectural pieces that my grandpa gave me years ago, to add some character. I love anything old and chippy.
While I was at it, I took some pics of some of my favorite things in my kitchen. I found this vintage strainer at my favorite shop in the world, Sisters Garden and thought it would look so cute with all my food network cookbooks in it. And dont you love Clay's version of Chef Boyardee?! He made that a few years ago for me in art class and I just love it!

My favorite work of art by Sawyer, also done a while back. I love to have the boys art on display.
I found this coffee cup sign at a flea market about 5 years ago. The minute I saw it, I knew it would be mine! You see, I grew up in a little town and in it was one restaraunt and it was called....you guessed it The Coffee Cup! My mom, sister and I were all waitress there. It was my first job when I was 15 and I have lots of really fun memories. I sure miss the homemade cinnamon rolls and the coffee was only .25! Thanks for listening to my walk down memory lane, I hope you have a great Friday!






12 comments:

Anonymous said...

Tricia, it is absolutely gorgeous..your island has so much character, I just ove it. Thanks for showing us around your kitchen, I feel so at home..I am ready for a cup o tea and a stroodle now!
P.S. thank you for your super sweet comment on my blog today! your the best!

~h~ said...

Sooooooo cute, Trisha! It turned out fabulous. And I've always loved that coffee sign. Enjoy your weekend! :)

Maisy said...

i love that island. you did such an amazing job on it. wow is all i can say. i also adore that you have your kids artwork around the house. i'm sure they are happy to know that their mom is proud of them.
happy friday girl. :)

the wild raspberry said...

love the island....really love the artwork!
what a great kitchen you have.
have a wonderful weekend
chasity

Jeanne Oliver said...

The counter looks gorgeous...I can't tell...what is it made of? I also love all the details around the kitchen. I also frame the kids art!

Nora said...

Wow, your island is amazing. Love the aged details. So great!

Kasey said...

Tricia, it turned out just perfect!!

Glitter & Bliss said...

I love your island. It turned out so cute!! Your kitchen is so darling. I would love to share a cup of coffee with you there. Maybe one day....... :)

Honey Bend Vintage said...

Oh I love that island and your kitchen looks great~
Bristol

LuLu said...

Your island is PerFect!! i am looking for old corbels to add to mine! So inspiring!
LuLu

a.love said...

That is a GREAT sign! What a fun memory to have, too!

Jackie said...

What a great island! I love the architectural pieces (and I love dark counter tops on white painted furniture). Very cute kitchen with the kids artwork!!