Monday, May 24, 2010

China Cupboard Makeover


I am glad you stopped by for a visit because I wanted to share my china cupboard makeover with you today. I had this old cupboard for a long time but it was pine and a little rough so it no longer suited where it was but I didn't want to get rid of it so I painted it a warm white and found a new home for it in the sun room.

then I had fun digging out my pink and white china to go into it.

I almost forgot to take my before photo .

This is the sun room and it is on the only wall without windows.So now when I have my tea in here or read I can enjoy my china in the made over cupboard .

Today,I am joining in with Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for Metamorphosis Monday and Show off your Cottage Monday at Cielo's House in the Roses where there will be lots of inspiration for you.

Thanks for visiting,

Carolyn


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44 comments:

  1. JojoMay 24, 2010 at 7:46 AM

    What a lovely makeover! After seeing your display, I'm inspired to hang a few teacups in my vitrine. It's so nice in that you can actually see the cups which are so pretty.

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  2. CrystalMay 24, 2010 at 7:49 AM

    The after is wonderful!! I love all the pink. Your collection of dishes look really great!

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  3. Cindy@shabbynsweetMay 24, 2010 at 8:02 AM

    Hi, what a beautiful makeover. I have been thinking about doing mine, after seeing yours i can't wait to get stuck into it. And what a sunroom. I could sit there for hours and hours. It's so pretty.

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  4. StaceyMay 24, 2010 at 8:10 AM

    Oh Carolyn, I'm a morning coffe drinker..but all your pretty teapots and cups make me want to convert! Hope your enjoying this beautiful long weekend! xx

    ~Stacey

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  5. BeverlyMay 24, 2010 at 8:14 AM

    Ah, Carolyn. It is beautiful. And, you know this sends me into pink bliss. You have so many precious treasures.

    Thank you for sharing. I hope I'll see you this Saturday.

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  6. MarthaMay 24, 2010 at 8:19 AM

    A great makeover and how nice you have all of your pink china together -- looks very pretty and I love the touches of lace.

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  7. Katy NoelleMay 24, 2010 at 8:37 AM

    Of course, this is lovely! That's the word for it - truly lovely! I was just remarking to Madelief that she could show me her china every time and I would be happy!!! I've been fretting about the lack of getting things done around here. I think my project for the moment is living ~ those puppies!

    Thanks for sharing - really, really!

    Love, katy Noelle

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  8. Kathy @ Sweet Up-North Mornings...May 24, 2010 at 8:41 AM

    Deliciously charming...
    A wonderful redo, and I love where you put the cupboard!
    Your arranging of the china is perfect...
    love it allllll...
    xoxo~Kathy @
    Sweet Up-North Mornings...

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  9. A Garden of ThreadsMay 24, 2010 at 9:22 AM

    Wonderful idea, I took my pine hutch and also painted it white, but left the inside a honey pine, changed the knobs to a brass and put it my dinning room, gives a fresh look in a low light room. But, I do not have your lovely dishes. Take care.

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  10. It's meMay 24, 2010 at 9:32 AM

    Hello Caroline..........what a beautiful China you have !!

    Enjoy your post today !! have a nice sunny day....hugs from me Ria........

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  11. It's meMay 24, 2010 at 9:32 AM

    Hello Caroline..........what a beautiful China you have !!

    Enjoy your post today !! have a nice sunny day....hugs from me Ria........

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  12. PASSIONEDECO FRANCESCAMay 24, 2010 at 9:33 AM

    I can't say anything else but WOWWWWW!
    This is THE makeover!
    I love everything there: the cupboard itself, the color you've choosen, the china is simply incredible.
    Pictures show your enormous good taste! Always.
    Fra

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  13. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 24, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    A charming cupboard, Carolyn! Looks really nice in there.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  14. LisascraftiquesMay 24, 2010 at 10:01 AM

    Very Sweet makeover:)

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  15. SandraMay 24, 2010 at 10:18 AM

    Hi Carolyn. I love love your makeover! I am going to paint a hutch and can't wait to finish it!
    Blessings,
    Sandra

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  16. Crystal Rose CottageMay 24, 2010 at 10:21 AM

    Carolyn.....That is such a pretty makeover! I love all of your china and I equally love all of your pink in this cupboard! I am sure it really adds an extra sparkle to your sunroom!~Hugs, Patti

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  17. DeannaMay 24, 2010 at 10:41 AM

    Dearest Carolyn,
    You're inspirational!
    Lovely what you did to this piece of furniture and filled with pretties.
    I think I'm becoming a PINK Fan!
    It's tugging at my heart.
    Have a sweet week and God Bless,
    d from HomeHaven

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  18. SusanMay 24, 2010 at 10:41 AM

    Oh, Carolyn. That looks gorgeous. Love it. You did a great job. I'd be willing to bet that the sixth cup down,with the roses, is from Bavaria. Remember my post on the Rosalinda china a couple days ago? Looks very similar. Take care and thanks for sharing your gorgeous china cabinet. Sincerely, Susan

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  19. AnonymousMay 24, 2010 at 10:44 AM

    So pretty! It looks like you are in England for sure.

    Scribbler

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  20. LacyMay 24, 2010 at 11:09 AM

    So pretty! Pink is my favorite color!

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  21. AnonymousMay 24, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    Your cabinet looks beautiful and the way you've dressed is so so pretty! I adore you pretty sunporch. How nice it must be to sit here and sip tea!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  22. PaulaMay 24, 2010 at 11:48 AM

    Hi dear Carolyn,
    The makeover is really amazing! I just love what paint can do! You have a beautiful collection of pink and white china. I love every gorgeous piece! Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos! Your sun room is gorgeous! Love, Paula

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  23. Betty May 24, 2010 at 12:16 PM

    Its beautiful and so are your pieces in it.

    Willow

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  24. BonjadeMay 24, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    Love your cupboard...but most of all I love all the china ware you have...such great collection.
    fine evening

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  25. The TablescaperMay 24, 2010 at 1:32 PM

    What a wonderful makeover. It's wonderful to see all of your pink and white china clustered together. You have such a terrific collection.

    Thanks for posting the button to my party "Where do you keep it all?". I'm looking forward to having you join us.

    - The Tablescaper

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  26. BernideenMay 24, 2010 at 2:00 PM

    I am working on my courage Carolyn! I am in the "getting the courage up" process. I see yourself and others painting shabby chic white and I love it. I wouldn't find it as hard if I could forget the many days we spent stripping those old antiques. Time to move on though I know and update!

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  27. MadeliefMay 24, 2010 at 2:59 PM

    Oh Carolyn,

    What a beautiful makeover! Your china looks so good against the white background. All those rose patterns....I am turning a bit green of envy ;-)! You have such a beautiful collection. I enjoyed looking at your photos very much!

    Hope you had a happy pentecost?! 28 degrees it very hot. It was about 20 degrees in Holland today. We cycled to Delft and had tea in the garden afterwards. Such a lovely way to spend the day!

    Lieve groet, Madelief

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  28. LindaMay 24, 2010 at 3:25 PM

    It looks beautiful Carolyn, fantasic job on the makeover.

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  29. mary pernulaMay 24, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    What a wonderful job! I am going to do this to my old china cubbord that belonged to my mom............I love the china you have also and placing it in this newly painted cubbord just makes it all the better. Have a great day and come by for a visit. XO MARY

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  30. OliviaMay 24, 2010 at 6:00 PM

    OH my sweetness what a gorgeous post! You did a wonderful job on your cabinet and your sunroom is divine! Please stop by and say hi if you have a moment!
    Hugs,
    Olivia
    ps i am off to cruise around your blog for inspiration~

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  31. AnonymousMay 24, 2010 at 6:27 PM

    Hi Carolyn, your china cupboard looks so pretty with all your pink china. I love your hanging teacups....Kathy

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  32. Rory from Tools Are For Women Too!May 24, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    Nice project. I would love it if you would link this up in Modern Craftswoman Monday. Very well done. Rory

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  33. Kim @ Starshine ChicMay 24, 2010 at 7:26 PM

    It's gorgeous!!! And so is your china. I think I could live in your sun room. At least until winter.

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  34. Bella's Rose CottageMay 24, 2010 at 7:47 PM

    Hi Carolyn, Great makeover, your rosy china and white cabinet are to sweet :-)
    Bella

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  35. Erin | Bygone LivingMay 24, 2010 at 8:31 PM

    Everything is so incredibly beautiful! Oh, how I'd love to have a sun room of my own ♥

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  36. Ticking and ToileMay 24, 2010 at 8:31 PM

    Your china cabinet makeover turned out wonderful! Of course I am now convinced that everything you touch is amazing!! :)

    Love your sunporch......oh it's so beautiful ~ I could spend hours on your site.

    Thanks so much for coming by & commenting on my garden. I'm so shocked you aren't getting wet weather up there in BC?! lucky duck!

    xo,
    Shellagh

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  37. SarahMay 24, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    Looks charming! All your sweet pink china is perfect on the shelves. You did a beautiful job!

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  38. AnonymousMay 25, 2010 at 5:55 AM

    It would has been a pity to be rid of this cupboard. You did a good job. It is so pretty with those China in it. I've enjoyed very much, Carolyn. Thank you for sharing.

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  39. LynnMay 25, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    So very pretty and soothing, a lovely place to relax!

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  40. P.May 25, 2010 at 3:04 PM

    Amazing beauty.
    Alfazema

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  41. SherryMay 25, 2010 at 11:11 PM

    I love what you did with your cabinet. I have a pine cabinet that would look great white. You have inspired me. Your pink china is so pretty. Thanks for sharing.

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  42. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~May 26, 2010 at 10:03 AM

    Hello Carolyn~ ~Your cabinet looks great white. I love all your pink and white china. I'm collecting it too. Stop by for a look when you have a minute!

    I've got a sunroom very much like yours with windows on 3 sides it's such a sweet place to relax but it's also my office.
    ~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

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  43. GeorgiannaMay 26, 2010 at 10:05 AM

    Wonderfully inspiring, Carolyn! The cabinet is beautiful but your entire sunroom is a dream. We sooo want a sunroom for our home office but our property is tricky as we're on a series of slopes. Yours looks perfect, though! :) – g

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  44. Andi's English AtticMay 26, 2010 at 12:39 PM

    What a pretty cupboard you have now. It's a pleasure to look at it (and in it!). xx

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Thank you for all your sweet comments and may your day be filled with joy!

Carolyn