Happy Tuesday Abode Lovers! Today I have a little treat to share with you... I made a few changes over at the abode over the past weekend! I had my little sister Hannah (the middle sister who I like to call "Sunshine") in town to finish up her spring break from Auburn for the night. She helped me do a few things around the abode (we also watched a few episodes of our beloved, Glee!)
Wouldn't you LOVE to know what we did? Well- we hung ANTIQUE CORBELS under my kitchen island! My mother-in-law brought these GORGEOUS corbels over to the abode last week and we both couldn't believe how PERFECT they fit under the island! She found them at Scott's in ATL-- she has a GREAT eye for amazing things. These babies are being sold EVERYWHERE now- but there is something so precious about the fact that they're antiques and have been worn from love and life...
So I decided to take on this mini project- but of course, Sunshine and I had some major issues hanging these. I must admit, Colonel Dad would have been very helpful with this project... but we did the BEST we could! After a few curse words, bruises, drilling, screwing and then later helplessly hammering from inside my cabinets- they were up! I honestly couldn't be happier with the outcome!
One thing that I LOVE about these corbels is the fact that they are bright white... aside from the severe distressed parts (which I love). I have a cream and white kitchen, and sometimes I question the balance of bright white in the space. Now with this addition of white to the center of the kitchen, I feel that the whites and creams are more balanced.
Here is a view from the living room of the kitchen pre-corbel. (pre-anything-fabulous really....)
after kitchen remodel...
after antique corbels= fabulosity.
For more on my entire kitchen remodel, check this out.
another before... from the living room.
and after... It feels SO much more custom-- I just adore what these pieces bring to this space!
another before...
So- what do you think? I am so happy that I went through literally hours of trouble with my sweet (and extremely patient) little Sunshine sister... thanks Hannah!
I hope all of you abode lovers have a great Tuesday!
Those look amazing!!! How awesome that they were such a perfect fit!
ReplyDeleteIt gives an unexpected element and adds to the great design you have going! Love it!
ReplyDeleteIt's incredible what a difference something simple like that makes, I love them!
ReplyDeleteWow! I love the new corbels! They look like they were custom made! Such a perfect size for your island and overhang. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat an enormous difference these make! I love love love it. Happy Tuesday indeed!
ReplyDeleteI think they look awesome!!! You weren't kidding, your MIL has a great eye - what a fab gift!
ReplyDeleteThose are super incredi-rad! Looks fantastic! I love Scott's!
ReplyDeleteI love them! They suit the space perfectly!
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE these, the length is so unique to others that are around. They look like they were made for this place. Love the balance the white creates.
ReplyDeleteThese look amazing! I love the texture they add to the cabinets.
ReplyDeleteIt's crazy what so something so small, in the scheme of things, can bring to a space. Your kitchen is FULL of character now, and the corbels fit your design aesthetic perfectly -- Great, thoughtful find on the part of your MIL!
ReplyDeleteIt's a gorgeous kitchen! I must know, what is the white color you painted the cabinets and where is it from?!
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Lila Ferraro
beautiful - great addition
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Hello Lila!
ReplyDeleteThe creamy kitchen cabinets are painted in Architectural Cream from Ralph Lauren Home paints. I used a gray glaze in the crevices- thanks for reading and have a GREAT week!
Wow, the corbels really made your island pop! Fantastic addition! Nothing like quality time with your sister too!
ReplyDeleteOh wow - am I so jealous! Your kitchen is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog and love your taste. Where did you get the gorgeous tiles for your backsplash?
ReplyDeleteHey Yolanda! I got the tile from Overstock.com They don't sell them anymore- but they have lots of great options if you keep your eyes open for them! So happy to have you reading Abode Love!
ReplyDeleteI love, love, love corbels! Do you know how truly expensive these are if you get solid wood? It's also a rare find and a common reproduction! Props to you for changing it up, the looks is fabulous! I love my current kitchen because it has 4 hand carved corbels on the bar and I secretly giggle inside when I look at them. Love the kitchen detail!
ReplyDeleteKristy
Those corbels are GORGEOUS!!!! Your kitchen looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad I came across your blog. I love it!
ReplyDeleteYour kitchen is so beautiful and the corbels are the perfect touch!
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i absolutely in love with you blog!
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Those are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWow...wish I'd seen this before i colored my kitchen!....Ok, I take that back, must be happy with what one has...
ReplyDeleteThose are the perfect addition to your island! Love!
ReplyDeleteCorbels have been such an it and trendy item these last few years. I cant help but to love them.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I don't have a place for them in my home I love the character they bring to a space.
Yours look fantastic!
Mr. Goodwill Hunting
I've enjoyed browsing your great blog. I'm especially crazy for these corbels!
ReplyDeleteWarmly, Michelle