simple changes

we moved into a turn-of-the-century house whose only kitchen counter space was the drain board on either side of the metal 1950's sink unit. and that's just the beginning of what wasn't working for us in this new space. i could write paragraphs about the inspiration, planning and resources involved in our shoestring kitchen re-do project - but how 'bout i show you a few pictures instead?

BEFORE:

AND AFTER:

now the whole family can be in here cooking, laughing, tasting and breathing together.

a pantry in jars

BEFORE

 DURING

 AFTER

i'll admit that it helps to have at least one offspring who shares your OCD tendencies, if you want to complete this transformation in a single afternoon.

one major drawback to this new arrangement is the legitimate excuse you will be giving all the other household members who never really wanted to help in the kitchen in the first place.  because now when you plead, "hey, can you grab me the baking powder? my hands are really messy." they'll tell you they can't find it, because the yellow box with the bicep on it is nowhere to be seen...a small price to pay for visual peace and continuity.

cheers.