Laundry Room Redo is DONE
My junky waste of a space laundry room is no more. A fresh coat of paint on the walls and the cabinets, new curtains for the laundry closet, some new furniture and it's been transformed into a sunny, bright and pleasant space.
Just scroll down to yesterday's post to see the before. shudder.
Here is a reminder.
My laundry room is just down a short hall from my kitchen.
I took away an old bookshelf and added the wall of cubbies with fabric drawers.
New curtains for the window are from Cath Kidston fabric. I took down the brown bifold louvered doors that covered the closet where the washer and dryer reside. They were always open and they stuck out into the room eating up valuable space. These are shower curtains from Target hung on a shower rod and they easily slide open and closed. The perfect solution.
I made this clock many years ago. It was a craft project that was in one of the earliest issues of Mary Englebreit's Home Companion Magazine. It has hung in the kitchen of every house where I have lived since. Now it looks great in the laundry room.
I repainted these cabinets and also the hardware. I have a utility sink in the corner, a plant stand for houseplants that live inside during the cold months. This dresser I painted a few years ago for one of the daughters rooms. Now it is for storage and a great place to keep my steam press handy. Luv my steam press.
There is just one thing wrong with this picture. That black hamper. Black. Won't do. I'm going to have to change that.
This desk is the piece that jump started the redo. I got the desk and chair on Craig's List. I'd been contemplating the redo for some time, going back and forth. Should I do cabinets and a long countertop, or file drawers with a counter on top? I wanted to have a place for my laptop. Even though we have a home office upstairs, we use the laptop frequently. I take it on the road with me always, but when I'm home it get's a lot of use and I wanted it close to the kitchen. In the end getting a desk seemed the most practical and economical solution. And I love the cubbies. I have those in my sewing studio too.
Also check out my GIVEAWAY here. Leave a comment on that post by next Friday, the 16th and I will randomly pick a winner on Saturday for the apron.
I'm hitting the road again today, off to see my BFF!
WOW! Great job! It must feel great to walk in there now! Have a good weekend!
jenny
Posted by: jenny | January 09, 2009 at 09:23 AM
so bright and cheery now!
Posted by: Lady of the Mote | January 09, 2009 at 09:36 AM
It's wonderful. I love it. I love all the color. What a fun space. I am super jealous- my washer sits between the stove and fridge in my kitchen and the dryer is on the back porch. It's actually classier than it sounds :) Ha!
Posted by: Kim | January 09, 2009 at 09:50 AM
Oh I love your laundry room!!! Just wonderful! I would even love doing laundry in there. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Cindy (Junque Art) | January 09, 2009 at 10:00 AM
It's darling! Love what you've done with it. So Cheery. Now not only will you smile every time you go into the laundry room, but you'll smile every time you get a glimpse of it from the kitchen :)
Posted by: Lilli | January 09, 2009 at 10:42 AM
you are soooooo productive. i am always in awe. you should be very proud.
Posted by: dianne | January 09, 2009 at 10:51 AM
Stunning transformation. Bright, colorful, and just the kind of redo that makes a girl smile over and over again. Good job!
♥, Susan
Posted by: Susan at Black eyed susans kitchen | January 09, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Awesome!! I wanna live with you! So pretty!
Posted by: Jenny | January 09, 2009 at 11:37 AM
What a great room! My laundry room has three doors in it and is just big enough for the washer and dryer and room for the doors to swing. But its IN THE HOUSE so I'm not complaining! Cute redo!!
Posted by: pam | January 09, 2009 at 02:21 PM
Super job Suzy! What an awesome before and after! Have big fun this weekend.
Posted by: jen duncan | January 09, 2009 at 04:43 PM
Wow..that was one quick redo! You post one day that it is in the works and with the wave of a magic wand (and I am sure alot of hard work) on your next post it is transformed! Great job, it looks amazing...happy and bright...doing laundry will always bring a smile to you face!
Posted by: laurie | January 09, 2009 at 05:10 PM
Awesome, Suzy! Wonderful room!
Posted by: Cindy | January 09, 2009 at 07:42 PM
You Go Girl! So Beautiful! I love the use of color and the mix of Vintage! As I said before...Hey HGTV...check this out!
Posted by: Vicki | January 09, 2009 at 08:17 PM
You've been working hard! It looks fantastic. You've inspired me to get busy and transform my bland little laundry room. Love the cubbies. I also like the little shelves over the desk for your pretties.
Posted by: Jayme L. | January 09, 2009 at 09:33 PM
Hey, chickadee! Love the cheery new room! I have something for you on my blog...;)
Posted by: April | January 09, 2009 at 11:33 PM
Wow!!! That is so much to get accomplished. My Christmas tree is still up. You did an amazing job, and should be busting your button with pride!
Posted by: Melony at Whimsy Daisy! | January 10, 2009 at 07:00 PM
Okay, I am jealous. Can I bring my laundry over to your house and do it?
Posted by: mary | January 11, 2009 at 05:56 PM
Your room turned out great! Beautiful.
Posted by: Annette | January 11, 2009 at 08:07 PM
What a transformation - so inspiring!! You're bringing the fun back to "fun"ctional, Suzy!! Should make doing laundry at least a tad bit more fun, huh? Great color choices and fun accessories - LOVE it!
Hugs and Blessings,
Becky S.
Posted by: Becky Schultea | January 13, 2009 at 12:34 PM
What is that color of paint you used on your walls, and who makes it? It look slike just the color I want to use in my guest room.
Posted by: Valita - auntieviolet@yahoo.com | January 13, 2009 at 09:30 PM
That's a truely beautiful redo, and very inspiring.
Posted by: SummerSadie | January 13, 2009 at 10:17 PM
It totally ROCKS!
Posted by: mindy | January 14, 2009 at 08:07 AM
Hi. I just discovered your blog via Nostalgia at the Stonehouse. I really love your laundry room re-do. Looks lovely. I think I'd want to be doing laundry all day long if it meant spending time in that room. Will be back to visit again soon.
Posted by: Fiona | January 14, 2009 at 08:55 AM
Your laundry room is simply picture perfect. What a great transformation. I'd hang out there and do a few loads of laundry anytime!
Posted by: Susan | January 16, 2009 at 02:22 PM
Oh wow, it turned out great! That's definitely a cheerful place to do chores.
Posted by: Tracy M. | January 16, 2009 at 08:49 PM