because I don’t have an AFTER photo to share with you yet… and that is hard. It is hard to see not one not two but 6 spaces under construction…. I can’t wait for the “pretty parts” of the makeovers, BUT I WANT to share the during photos and experiences as well! And , I have accepted that I need to embrace progress, big or small. And so I will share the REAL experiences with re-modeling a huge chunk of my new house within the first 3 weeks of moving in.
{Which is something I would NOT recommend to anyone who loves a simple, orderly life…because there is just simply not a way that you can maintain order when your world is in this much chaos!}
Anyways, here is the official before and during tour of my bathroom.
And I promise that I will be better about sharing more spaces with you guys in their “during” phase!
Just know that I can HARDLY wait to start showing you AFTER photos!!!
Ohh and beware—these are NOT great photos…
Sorry!!!
Okay guys, here are the before shots with all of the past owners things.
And I don’t think you could even imagine the hours it took just to get to this next step—
the dreaded “during” phase.
But wow what an amazing look… just with no wallpaper and primer times about 3 coats here!
The next phase is a great phase—it is what I call the just add color phase!
and even if small progress still means that there are about a million other projects that still need to be tackled…
at least there is progress in some places and spaces!
p.s.
{Any suggestions on door color?! I can’t choose for the life of me…but I really want to do something fun!}
ANDDD as of just a few days ago…. my bathroom is “livable” again.
It is now waiting on lighting, a new mirror, and trim!
Ohhh and boy ohhh boy would I LOVE a towel rack!
So there you have it…. my progress post #1.
Nothing spectacular….
but you have to understand this is only one of 6 rooms that are currently under construction!
And I can’t wait to show you each and ever single one starting today! Stay tuned. You will meet my rooms in the very near future!
And I also really want to say—-
Thank you always for your support throughout this process. You guys mean so much to me.
PS if you are wondering what I am seeing in this room….
well here are my thoughts!!!
I love the during photos! I know I have a hard time posting them myself. Considering I started by family room makeover last fall and I still haven’t showed a picture of it yet hehe.
Such an improvement!!! I Can’t wait to see the rest!!!! Awesome job
how exciting to see it all come together!
It looks good, keep up the nice work. I know renovations can be stressful, but hang in there. One day you will be able to sit back and enjoy your hard work.
WOW!!! Even that first “during” photo was like night and day in that bathroom!!! You have incredible vision, sweet girl…I can’t wait to see where it leads you…
Fantastic job!!!!!
already 10 million times better and i love where it is going!
It’s going to be so beautiful! I am going to need your help with all this renovation stuff, since we will be renting a home that is 30 years old & in need of lots of updates. It’s going to be such a change going from a new home to a very old home. But at the same time, it might be a really awesome experience!
Looking good!! It’s really coming together and I love your ideas for the finishing touches (Alpha hook are awesome!). Can’t wait to see more… AJ@queenofmynest
Love the color!! Can’t wait to see the finished project!
Wonderful progress!!!
Hi jaime, I’m new to all this internet stuff but i’m glad to find someone like you who .is willing to share experience. It’s amazing dat when go bck to basic white canvas that you can see more clearly where you are going with a project. I just did same with mine. Loved it so much decided to keep it and accent with blue. Keep it up hun
It looks much better already. I love the mood board, it’s going to look so glam.
I understand the during phase is always so yucky! What about blue or grey for the door.. not sure how it connects to the other doors in the house so it’s hard to say. It’s going to be so pretty though.. Good luck!
Loving the during and adore, adore, adore the numbered hooks! Good look and keep calm …
Linda
Ah, I remember my before and during phase! But it will all be a distant nightmare when you’re soaking in your tub and admiring all your fabulous design choices!
Kelly
Wow, that awful yellow-honey paneling is going to be amazing white beadboard!!! Total score:)
I’m seeing it already! This is fantastic Jamie! Keep on sharing…the pics are PERFECT! I’m so excited about the whole process! XO, Aimee
looks so much better already! it will be stunning!
LOVE! Painting is my favorite thing – such instant gratification. And while you’ve got a while to go, it is looking great! I saw a fun door treatment recently – the door was white, but the little 2″ thickness part was painted turquoise all the way around. I’ve thought it would be fun to do surprising colors (maybe even a stencil) on all my doors. Maybe tangerine?
I’m doing this a little out of order, but this is my last peek at your renovations! HOW FUN!!! I LOVE how you saw your perfect place even through the previous owners style and decor!!! I can’t wait to see everything when it’s done! Living in a rental twiddling my thumbs….waiting to get my hands on my very own house project in 2013!!! You go girl, it looks GREAT!!!
I love the sink in the before photos but you’re right, everything else needed to go
I love the progress!!! My husband I recently redid our main bathroom and I still haven’t posted to fb but you have encouraged me. I will post them soon.