Posts by xavinci2
Now everything needs to change…
Since I added my banquette bench I started some work on changing the look of my kitchen. I’ll be painting, ripping out some cabinets and adding a cool feature or two. I’m looking to brighten and lighten up my kitchen and create more of a rustic industrial space. Warm wood, lots of white and some…
Read MoreIndoor summer decorating with an outdoor rug…
homeware In many homes across the country summer is the time of flips flops, picnics, days at the beach or pool, and lots of outdoor fun. Realistically this means dirt, sand, random puddles and lots of little messes. One of the best ways to combat that while still keeping your home looking like it did at the beginning…
Read Morefrom tv armoire to banquette bench…
Once upon a time I had a tv armoire. It was getting old and showing its’ age. Lot of bumps, knicks and other unprettiness. It was 10 years old and not the greatest piece. Probably 70% particleboard and veneer, 30% wood. I had tried to sell it twice on Craigslist with no bites. It was…
Read Moreno sew bench cushion
Continuing on with my banquette, the next (and final) step in the entire process was a bench cushion. I ordered myself a three inch piece of foam custom cut just slightly larger than the measurements of my bench. I would be wrapping this tightly with batting and fabric. I wanted the cushion to extend just…
Read Moreeye candy {rustic industrial kitchens}
I’m into a new look lately. My love of everything industrial is slowly coming to life in my kitchen but with a softer touch. Rustic Industrial design combines the softer elements of natural woods and materials in rustic decor with the harsher elements of the industrial style. Warm natural woods combined with repurposed industrial accents…
Read Morecreating the perfect family room…
Do you ever find yourself in a rut when putting together a new room. Today I’m over on the Homeware blog giving you an example of a family room using items from the Homeware line. Everything from rugs to chairs to tables to artwork are on the list. Go take a look!
Read Morewhat’s wrong with this picture?
Staying true to form my banquette bench project has led to another project. And then another one. First up, my round, light colored buthcherblock table just isn’t jiving with the banquette. Wrong color, wrong scale and wrong style. I’ve seen some banquettes where a round table looks great. via Enviable Designs, Inc. via Southern Living via Tiffany…
Read Morethe banquette bench {securing the back}
With the back of the bench upholstered it was time to attach it to the bench itself. It would then be attached to the wall as well for extra security. I started out with some small pieces of wood that were screwed into the back of the upholstered back. These would serve as connection pieces…
Read Moredon’t forget the outlet!
The banquette in my kitchen was built for a couple reasons. I like them. I wanted more fabric and color in my kitchen. I wanted a bigger table area. I really wanted to hide the outlet and cable jack on the wall. The outlet and lopsided cable jack are in the worst possible location. I’m…
Read Morethe banquette bench {upholstering the back}
So things have been moving along on my kitchen banquette bench. Let me catch you up to speed. The back was constructed and it was time to upholster it. I found the fabric I needed in the form of a tablecloth from Target. That was the only part I paid for since my dad just…
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