Progress on the Porch

First of all - thank you all for the sweet comments on my post yesterday on my anniversary.

I feel so special to have so many dear friends who I know really feel my pain and pray for me.  I feel those prayers on a daily basis.

Thank you sweet friends.

I have made some progress this week working on items for the screened in back porch.

I painted this little footstool and covered the top in a red patchwork fabric.  This will be cute sitting in front of one of the wicker chairs or for one of the little ones to sit on.

Remember my curb pick up?  The back was like a cardboard thin wood and I pulled it all off.  A sweet neighbor came over and helped me cut and nail on a new back for the piece.

Much sturdier now.

Put new hardware on the bottom of the hutch cabinet I've redone for the kitchen.

Love these new knobs from Hobby Lobby.

Went to Habitat for Humanity and bought this 7' tall side shutter.  Painted it black and am going to mount it on the side of the light and decorate with various items.

Found two baskets and sprayed them black to go in the shelf of this piece that has no drawer.

Painted this piece bright red to add a pop of color for the porch.

Am hoping to have the curb piece finished up tomorrow.  Can't wait to show it to you.

Had to have electrician come back and do some work before the dishwasher and microwave could be installed.  Electricians came on Tuesday and Lowes sent a guy on Thursday to install appliances.

I am completely finished with my contractor and have to say a big Thank You to Mike Self and his company Marble Elegance.  I have nothing but great things to say about them and will be using them again in the Fall for some work on my Granddaughter's home.

It was a great experience.  Now, if I can just get all of the finishing touches done.

Enjoy!

Judy