Thursday, March 10, 2011

ADDING CHARACTER WITH MOLDING AND ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS ......

My husband has added molding to just about every inch of our 1963 ranch home to give it some much needed character...
Great guy that he is, he also made this beautiful corner built-in in our kitchen from a picture I showed him...
I found this outdoor trellis and we nailed it to the wall on the opposite side of the kitchen to add interest and height...
Old picture frames that I've found at flea markets and garage sales, also add some fun interest...
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29 comments:

  1. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMarch 10, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Wow! Your hubby did an excellent job with the molding and building your lovely cabinet. The trellis is adorable...what a great idea.

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  2. Ann from On Sutton PlaceMarch 10, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Hey Mariaelena...thanks so much for visiting my blog and leading me back here. Your husband is amazing...although mine is wonderful one thing he is NOT is handy! Love all the moldings...it adds so much. Looking forward to exploring your blog some more. Nice to meet you! ~Ann

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  3. JodieMarch 10, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Its amazing how much molding can change a space! All these pics are gorgeous, I especially love the built-in!

    I love reading your blog, you have such great ideas, I've nominated you for The Stylish Blogger Award.

    Check out my blog for details.

    Warm Wishes,
    Jodie

    www.lovelaughteranddecor.blogspot.com

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  4. LisaMarch 11, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    This is gorgeous! That's a lot of talent, time and patience! Looks great : )

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  5. JenniMarch 11, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    That corner built in is incredible! You are a lucky gal.

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  6. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 15, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Your home is just BEAUTIFUL!! Love all the molding your hubby added and that cabinet is gorgeous! We just added picture molding in our foyer and dining room. It's great having handy husbands isn't it!! so glad I found your blog, just became a follower. Would love if you stopped by mine sometime and followed back. Martina

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  7. Lina - Fancy Frugal LifeMarch 15, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Ok you are right! I love your house!.....that corner built in is amazing :) love all your spring goodies as well!

    Lina

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  8. Fishtail CottageMarch 15, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Fabulous corner (built in) love that - so elegent and functional! You are lucky to have a handy guy in your life! Your home is beautiful! xoxo
    ~Tracie

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  9. Pam - @diy Design FanaticMarch 15, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Beautiful! I'm so jealous of your corner built in!!!
    Just wanted to say you might want to take off your word verification as some comments might not post because they close their window before the word verification comes up! :)

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  10. DIYbyDesignMarch 15, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    That is so cool. I hope you stop by and join my blog party going on right now. This post would be an awesome addition to the party.

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  11. Handy Man, Crafty WomanMarch 16, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    wow, that looks so great! I love built ins!

    I'd love it if you would link this up to our Wicked Awesome Wednesday party. :-) cute blog!

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  12. Jena @ Involving Color and HomeMarch 16, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Your husband is so talented! I LOVE all of the molding and the built in is amazing! So glad I came across your blog. I'm a new follower.

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  13. DIYbyDesignMarch 16, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    I'm so glad you stopped by and linked up this awesome post to my Swing into Spring party. Your husband is super talented.

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  14. kara@elements-interiors.netMarch 17, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    EVERYTHING on your blog SCREAMS PERFECTION!

    Thank you for linking up this great post last week! {Im a lil behind, eeekk!}

    Its party time AGAIN!!! xoxokara



    *ENTER LINKY PAR-TAY Here! *

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  15. LindsayMarch 19, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Love your blog! I just love white. Love all your simple spring decor, the egg tree and wreath are to die for. Great!
    Lindsay
    countrygirlhome

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  16. Ann-Marie ~ BramblyMarch 25, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    I love built-ins. I'm always evaluating areas in my home to see if I can add another one. Yours turned out wonderful. Nothing adds character like moulding. Stop by Brambly and take a peek at some of my woodwork, I'd love to hear from you. Have a beautiful day!

    Ann-Marie

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  17. MollyMarch 29, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    I love your paint colors. Would you mind sharing with me the brand and color choice of your paint on the walls?

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  18. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 29, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Love all the trim work and he did an excellent job on that corner cupboard. Thanks for sharing at WUW. I need a link back to the party added to your post please.

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  19. KimMarch 30, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    I don't think you can ever have too much moulding. I love your style. I'm here from Kim's party and I'm your newest follower.
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  20. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    It's all gorgeous. You and your hubby make a great team. You have a knack for decorating and he is quite the talented carpenter! Visiting from WW.
    Roselle

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  21. Becca BertottiMarch 30, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    I agree ... gorgeous corner cabinet. And, love the molding ... such a talented family. Thanks for sharing, *Becca*

    www.adventuresindecorating1.blogspot.com

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  22. Amy ChalmersMay 3, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Is this a coincidence finding your blog from Faded Charm white wednesday? Were we emailing today? so funny! Your hubs is talented!

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  23. Patti @ Pandoras BoxMay 3, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    How lucky to have such a talented guy - wish mine was able to do this type of work!! The trims look so lovely!

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  24. Anne LorysMay 3, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Your home looks just wonderful!
    You'd never know it was a 1963 ranch, you've given it so much historic character.

    Hugs,
    Anne

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  25. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydMay 3, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Love the Details & that Corner Cupboard is Fabulous....

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  26. EileenMay 4, 2011 at 2:25 AM

    Very pretty. I love that corner cabinet. Lucky you to have a handy hubb.

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  27. Dee@FrenchBleuVintageMay 5, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    I have ALWAYS wanted a corner cupboard. I can't believe your hubby made it - its just perfect! Lucky girl.

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  28. UnknownMay 5, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    simply beautiful- what a perfect wall color against the creamy white trim- and your pieces are lovely!
    coming from White Wednesday...

    Karen

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  29. UnknownSeptember 16, 2012 at 2:04 AM

    Hi..

    Beautiful color/trim. May I ask you the color of your walls and trim? I love the fresh look :) thank u :)

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