DIY Kitchen Redo Saga

Working on a house and taking care of babies can be stressful. It is important to keep this routine as light as possible. I don't really have much time to go out and do things I like, (by choice), But that doesn't stop me from doing things I love, so I try to do them at home.

Recently, I've been learning Adobe premiere which I didn't know I had till just recently will little time I have when kids aren't crazy. It was a part of adobe cloud bundle, a Christmas gift from my husband.

DIY Kitchen Update day 2: Removing Textured Ceiling

I am terrible at giving instructions, so this video should not be viewed as a tutorial. I like to take videos/photos of my work's before and after  with a little goofing around on the side. It makes my work a bit more fun. Removing textured ceiling is very easy but it is just very messy and takes time.

Project DIY Update the kitchen

I fell in love with the large kitchen area when we bought our house. It is a beautiful space but not exactly very functional and it wasn't my style. I am a stay home mom taking care of a toddler and baby twins so we don't have that extra budget to pay for professional contractors and designers. I am going to attempt my ultimate DIY project solely by self taught research and experience and help and construction tips from my experienced father-in-law. I will be documenting the befores and afters of my work. So here it is. Welcome to my KitchenSaga.

DIY 'Gather' sign.

"When life gives you free wood palette, make 'gather' sign."...

so I did.

Incorporating 80's design

This old toy box was ran down, beaten up, slammed and jumped on when three little boys were done with it. Now that all those boys are now full grown men (including my husband), this fun box is now handed down to a little girl who tenderly plays with it.

My father in law who is an amazing self taught craftsman made this by his own hands and I love that this has a significant history especially in my husband's life.

Dad reconfigured the toy box and installed soft close hinges for safety. I painted the front with chalkboard pain so the kiddos can have fun with it.

We have all seen that one shelf with grandma's old  figurines and spoon souvenirs. I knew what to do with this old shelf as soon as found it at the thrift store. I gave it a fresh new white wash paint and a chalkboard base just for fun. I completed the ensemble by hanging it next to a vintage chalkboard box when mom and I went on antiquing.

 Some may agree some decors in the 80's shouldn't come back. I think 80's stuff shouldn't be feared to incorporate in new designs.

My choice of design may not speak new and grand. I like everything functional and simple.

DIY Tee Pee

As the kids reach different level of milestones, their personalities are becoming more apparent. My toddler seems to like having her own space, not too far to isolate herself for a long time but close enough to enjoy her baby sisters.

On her last birthday, we decided to give her a play tee pee. Like any other parents who are chose a shortcut to just buy online. But our tight budget limited my choice of design. I didn't want it to look like a part of the clutter, so I came up with an easy design that would go with the room design and I wanted it to be big enough that I could fit in it and play with my daughter. 

I knew I could make one myself under $16 compared to $60 one. I spent that low because I had wood around. All I needed was fabric. Off to clearance I went.

Simple joys does't have to be pricey. You can make something beautiful with a little bit of creativity and simplicity. A child's nature doesn't require perfection. Its the fun memories under the tent will matter and will be remembered.

Mess Cake

I made this for mother's day to appreciate my-mother in-love. I became the mother I am because of her contagious affectionate nature I found this recipe called 'Mess Cake'. I though it is imperfectly beautiful.

I didn't follow the recipe. As a busy mom, I took shortcuts. I used white cake mix instead of sponge cake from the scratch. However, I made the meringue cookies from scratch! It was a first time but it turned out fine. It is a messy cake thank goodness and you can't go wrong with too much berries or whipped cream! Here's the recipe if you want to follow it. 

This is dedicated to all mothers out there near or far!
 Happy Baking!