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House Goals for 2014

January 7, 2014 by Cassie 50 Comments

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Happy Tuesday!  Thank you so much for all your thoughts on my personal goals for the year.  Now that the busy season at Sweet Clover and the holidays have passed, I am feeling very inspired and energized, excited to tackle so many projects!  I will have to try to start with one, or I may end up tearing up too many rooms and getting nowhere. 😉  Last year I made no goals for the home…. I simply stated hat rooms would be painted and things would change but I wasn’t sure what yet.  This year, I have plans.  MUAH HA HA!  And who knows if I will be able to get too many of them accomplished, but it’s nice to dream and create an inspirational list nonetheless.

Without further ado, here is my list in no particular order.

1. Master Bath.  This space is pretty awful, and one day when we have the funds we will gut and redo the entire bathroom.  But that on’t happen for a long time, so I’d like to make it more appealing for the present time.  Let’s take a look at what we are working with here…. (Photos from move-in two years ago, but I assure you nothing has changed!)

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I plan to paint the vanity black and replace the hardware with these gorgeous brass beauties from D.Lawless.
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The light fixture will remain the same because it’s sort of quirky.  I also want to try my hand at painting the countertops.  The walls and trim will be painted white and I will find a much cooler vintage mirror.  I would love to get a small area rug like this one from Rugs USA.

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Then there is the shower area… this area connects to our kids bath vanity area.  It’s small and ugly.

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The trim and linoleum floor will all be painted white, the walls will be painted black, and I will hang some awesome shelves above the toilet.
I have already replaced the shower curtain with this one form West Elm purchased on clearance with West Elm dollars!
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2. Kitchen.  We made a ton of progress in the kitchen in 2013, with the help of a great contractor, of course.  If you recall move in day….

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And where we are now…. (Picture from Christmas Tour) Where those glass globe lights are hanging is where the cabinets are to the right in the before picture.

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We still have a lot to do in there.  I need to paint the ceilings in the kitchen and dining room- nothing fancy, just white!  I just need the motivation to do it.  Ugh.

I have purchased the hardware to hang a shelf between the two windows where I will be displaying all my vintage aqua glassware.  I’d also like to add a backsplash below where the shelf hangs, and I keep coming back to this look (as seen on Houzz).

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But I also think natural gray toned stone or white subway tile would be awesome, too.

The inside of the kitchen closet desperately needs paint and organization as well.  It’s where I hang my brushes to dry so it’s got lots of fun marks.

3. Paint playroom wall and make some art for behind couch.   This one will break some hearts, I know, but the map wall is coming down.  I keep having to pin them back up, and I don’t want to permanently adhere them, so it’s got to go.  Here is where the playroom is, more or less, at to refresh your memory.
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We’ve added vintage aqua lockers as well, and I had an impromptu project pop up that I am working on, but the main thing is to redo that wall.  It’s the first thing anyone sees upon walking down the stairs, so I want a bold statement.  I have loved the maps, but I don’t want to have to keep fixing it.  New Years Eve with about 25 kids here in the playroom assured me that I don’t want to keep doing it! 😉  I have some big ideas, but for now… I am keeping those to myself.  The challenge is finding something that appeals to both kids and is timeless even if quirky.

4.  Recover Emmy’s settee.  I purchased this perfectly sized sweet settee for the foot of her bed and she loves using it!  Everything is perfect about it except for the color.  Emmy’s room has had a lot of changes this year as well, and she was clear that she wanted “sunset colors with aqua.”  I haven’t seen any moss green in the sunset lately, so it’s got to change.
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Here are some inspirational ideas.
I love the idea of using a vintage afghan or two if I can find the right colors.  This one from Cari is fabulous!

You know you have seen tons of these afghans at our sales - how cool to upholster a chair with one!Pin

Vintage quilts would also work and be fun!

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Or I love the idea of eclectic patchwork….

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This project is the one that scares me the most, so it might not happen until Emmy is old enough to learn how to reupholster it herself.

5. Living Room Mini Makeover.  I love this room as is, but here is my issue at the moment.  Now that the kitchen and dining room have their thing going on, it doesn’t flow as well, and doesn’t have as earthy of a vibe. or the moodiness of the other rooms, and I believe the main floor should all flow.  This is the only rom that doesn’t at the moment.  Before I tell you my plans, here is the room at Christmas…

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My plans? I want to repaint the back of those bookcases.  I love the orange, but it just doesn’t fit anymore.  I am thinking black, indigo, the gray of the cabinets, or something else?  Suggestions?

I also plan to move the rug into the guest room and replace it with a brown hide rug.  I casually mentioned it to Chris and he was on board.  That one change will already give it a more rustic feel.

I also mentioned the idea of painting the fireplace black and Chris was not on board until I pulled up a couple of beautiful inspirational images for him.  Now I think I’ve convinced him:

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And this one is a bit too modern for me, but I love the mix of white, wood, and black.

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And of course my friend and business partner, Sarah, painted hers black as well.

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So what do you think? 2014, let’s do this!
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Comments

  1. Kirby Carespodi says

    January 7, 2014 at 11:50 am

    Good changes! I have a ton of things that need to happen here. I like the black fireplaces I’ve been seeing around–it will look great in your space! My friend just painted hers a charcoal gray and it’s fabulous with cream-colored walls.

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  2. Heather{Our Life In a Click} says

    January 7, 2014 at 11:56 am

    Great plans and goals! I love the idea of painting the fireplace black!!

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  3. Laura @ Top This Top That says

    January 7, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    You’ll be busy with all of those changes, I have a similar list but that’s just how we roll. I just love the ideas for the settee. Good luck!

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  4. Julia Konya says

    January 7, 2014 at 12:19 pm

    Lots of great plans. Two of them are similar to what I still want to do. I want to paint one of my bathrooms black and I want to recover my chaise in our bedroom. The vintage quilts would be awesome for Emmy. And I can’t wait to see the shelf with the glassware and back splash.

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  5. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    January 7, 2014 at 12:41 pm

    Definitely a doable list. I know I’ve said it before, but I am so in love with your kitchen! What a total transformation from when you first got it. And I about flipped when I saw the quilt covered settee. Gotta go that route.

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  6. Dana Frieling says

    January 7, 2014 at 1:13 pm

    Yay, so many fun things to look forward to. I’ve had my eye on a similar rug from rugs usa. Go ahead and order it so you can tell me if it’s worth it. 😉

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  7. Angela Santaniello says

    January 7, 2014 at 1:21 pm

    It all sounds awesome! Super excited to see your home evolve this year!!!

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

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  8. Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says

    January 7, 2014 at 1:29 pm

    You are going to be one busy lady for sure. You’ve got some really exciting plans for this year, I can’t wait to watch what you do!

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  9. Cathy Wall says

    January 7, 2014 at 1:36 pm

    Lots of great ideas and inspiration Cassie, you can so do this!!!

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  10. Laurie from Laurie Jones Home says

    January 7, 2014 at 1:50 pm

    Great plans! I love how husbands always say no until you show them an example I tell Drew all the time if you don’t trust me how am I going to get my clients to trust me? I can’t wait to see what you come up with for your daughter’s settee I like all 3 options and honestly in the photo it looks pretty cute right now!

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  11. [email protected] says

    January 7, 2014 at 2:04 pm

    So many great plans! I can’t wait to see your living room refreshed. You’ve done so much to the kitchen and dining room and it’s awesome! xo Kristin

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  12. 17 Perth says

    January 7, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    Love the idea for black walls in your kiddos bathroom! I am also on board with you about a black fireplace..sexy, sexy. 🙂

    Also..for the bookshelves..navy? Of course black is a good option!!! 🙂 I am noticing a theme. 😉

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  13. The Painted Drawer says

    January 7, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    Can’t wait to see the “after” pics for all of your projects! I think your living room looks amazing now, btw!

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  14. Lets just build a house! says

    January 7, 2014 at 2:30 pm

    cheers to 2014! it’s going to be a good year. esp love those new pulls from d lawless, and that overdye rug!

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  15. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    January 7, 2014 at 2:34 pm

    You always seem to have tons of ideas spinning in your head! I know it will all look fabulous. And you can definitely handle that settee. Looking forward to watching it all unfold!

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  16. Jenny says

    January 7, 2014 at 2:49 pm

    AWESOME projects in store, Cassie! Our master bathroom is on the docket too, and I love the direction you’re going with yours! Painting linoleum? You go!

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  17. Andrea says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:11 pm

    I love the idea of a black bathroom!! Saw a pic on pinterest that I pinned and love it!! Also love the idea of a black fireplace. My husband does not like the idea of changing it in our house, so I will have to live vicariously through you!!! 🙂 Can’t wait to see the completed projects!

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  18. Gretchen says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:13 pm

    So many plans–I’m excited! I think we’re going to try painting the counter in our bathroom, too, so I can let you know how it goes (assuming I get to it before you; otherwise the other way around :)). And I’m in mourning for the map wall, but I know you’ll do something just as fabulous there.

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  19. Andrea says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:15 pm

    I love all this. That fireplace is going to be amazing. What a great idea to set goals for your house. I think I need to do this.

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  20. Susan D says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    I love the ideas you have for your daughter’s little couch! If reupholstering seems too much, maybe trying making a slip cover. I followed Miss Mustard Seed’s tutorial and it wasn’t too hard, just time consuming.
    I also wanted to make a suggestion for your shelves in your living room–use faux wood wallpaper they have at Hobby Lobby. Check this link out: http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/faux-wood-wallpaper-bookcase

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  21. Vintage Prairie Style says

    January 7, 2014 at 3:51 pm

    well my friend, i love the ideas. looks like you and your paint brush are gonna be going steady this year! i have the same light in our main floor bathroom and feel the same way about it. at first i hated it, but now i kinda love it.

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  22. Liz @ Fitness Blondie says

    January 7, 2014 at 4:08 pm

    You have amazing ideas and your kitchen is still my favorite. I can’t wait to see it all come together.

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  23. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    January 7, 2014 at 4:36 pm

    oooooh that is an ambitious list and I can’t wait to see all these projects play out!!

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  24. Amber Wills says

    January 7, 2014 at 5:12 pm

    That’s a long list but there’s lots on there you can tackle easily. It see lots of reveals in your future! I’m excited for each one!

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  25. Tiffany says

    January 7, 2014 at 5:32 pm

    For some reason every time I see someone’s 2014 to-do list I get really pumped up. I’m excited for this year. You’ve got a long list, but I think it’s do-able. Let’s see if I’m this optimistic mid-year;)

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  26. Gail Wilson says

    January 7, 2014 at 6:44 pm

    great goals Cassie! I wish I could put mine down in a list. I just don’t plan ahead enough.

    Ohh, those fireplaces are so pretty… will you be painting your screen too? I painted one years ago, and I’m so happy I did. LOVE me some ORB. 😉
    gail

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  27. Jane Craske says

    January 7, 2014 at 6:50 pm

    Love your goals! I’ve got two ugly bathrooms and a horrendous kitchen to tackle this year. Hopefully I can get through the kitchen and make it a quarter as lovely as yours.

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  28. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says

    January 7, 2014 at 6:52 pm

    I can’t get over how different your kitchen looks! You have made some major changes this past year, each one more fabulous than the last. Can’t wait to see that fireplace repainted!

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  29. Ann Marie @ Twice Lovely says

    January 7, 2014 at 6:54 pm

    Awesome plans!! I have a giant sized granny squares afghan that’s very felted, but gorgeous that I had at the foot of my daughters bed, but when we set the room up for two beds I found two matching afghans to use there instead. Long story short, I’m not using it in there and you can totally have it for Emmy’s Setee if you want it. Maybe with just some draping and tucking you won’t have to do something as painful as upholstery (I feel ya!) and it’ll be enough to tide you over and make it feel more at home in her adorable room. 🙂

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  30. Rita says

    January 7, 2014 at 7:09 pm

    You so got this and I’m excited to see what you do!!

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  31. Dear Emmeline says

    January 7, 2014 at 7:25 pm

    You’re going to be busy but sounds like fun!! I say knock Emmy’s sofa off the list first! Then you’ll just have to do it and you will feel better knowing “the project that may get done” is done!!

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  32. Anna Whiston-Donaldson says

    January 7, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    Fun changes! I look forward to following along with you!

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  33. Brynne Delerson says

    January 7, 2014 at 7:51 pm

    Your ideas for 2014 look amazing! I’m especially in love with the idea of a black fireplace, and using vintage quilts to upholster the settee! You have such great creativity and vision – love it all!

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  34. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking says

    January 7, 2014 at 11:51 pm

    I really like your new kitchen, your idea for between the windows will finish it off perfectly. Have you thought about painting Emmy’s settee? I see people using chalk paint for that and it looks great.

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  35. Allison says

    January 8, 2014 at 12:48 am

    You are full of ideas! I love your enthusiasm and amount of energy you have. You really inspire us all! Your kitchen is wonderful! So fun to see how that transformed and I can’t wait to see what you do next! The fireplace will be a fun project. That is on our list for 2014.

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  36. Aubrey says

    January 8, 2014 at 1:58 am

    How about replacing the orange paint with a muted golden yellow to coordinate with that pillow on your couch and other gold accents in the room?

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  37. Jennifer@The Chronicles of Home says

    January 8, 2014 at 3:46 am

    I have no recollection of your “before” kitchen picture. Even with more to do, that is an AMAZING transformation. So many fun projects ahead this year!

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  38. Jesse @ Scout & Nimble says

    January 8, 2014 at 4:01 am

    Cassie I am so excited to see all of this happen! You have such a fun style that is right up my alley and hurry up! I want to see this stuff finished…I know it will all be fabulous! xoxo!!!

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  39. pam {simple details} says

    January 8, 2014 at 4:19 am

    Ooooh 2014 is going to be a happenin’ year over here!! I just showed that pin of the first black fireplace to my nephew on Sunday, trying to talk them into it! 🙂 What a fun to-do list, Cassie!!

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  40. Kelly says

    January 8, 2014 at 4:53 am

    Love that shower curtain, and your kitchen has gotten seriously amazing lately. Looking forward to seeing what Super Cassie has in store!

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  41. Kim @ NewlyWoodwards says

    January 8, 2014 at 5:52 am

    I have no doubt that all these projects will turn out amazing. I love the idea of painting your fireplace black. I can’t even convince Ryan to let me paint our fireplace at all. (wah!)

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  42. Kelly says

    January 8, 2014 at 5:03 pm

    I love the look of the afghan or quilt on the settee. and how sweet that you have one in your daughters room!

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  43. Rebecca Owen says

    January 8, 2014 at 6:29 pm

    I love your kitchen!!!! those bar stools, the lights… i love it all! and how cute is it that emmy described it as “sunset colors.” too cute.

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  44. Maria at inredningsvis says

    January 8, 2014 at 8:55 pm

    It all looks AMAZING 🙂 I hope you had a lovely Christmas holiday.

    Check out my new post…Cute Swedish Curtain inspiration 🙂

    Have a fab day.

    LOVE Maria at inredningsvis – Swedish decor, food, and fashion

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  45. Anna [DirectionsNotIncluded] says

    January 9, 2014 at 1:08 am

    I love the way you are heading in these spaces. My favorite, the kitchen. Love the backsplash ideas. And painting the fireplace black? I would have never fallen for it but those inspiration pics are convincing me.

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  46. Sarah AKA The Thriftress says

    January 9, 2014 at 3:38 am

    Hey I’m catching up on your blog posts. Love your house & personal goals! I would love a spa day! Thanks for the shout out too. Black fireplaces are where it’s at.

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  47. Good Time Charlie says

    January 9, 2014 at 5:07 am

    I think you and I are going to be busy, but productive DIYers this year! I love all your project ideas, and I love the plans for that backsplash for your kitchen. What I love the most though is that little settee in Emmy’s room. I have such a love for little people chairs and benches. I am crazy about that afghan covered picture!! I come from a long line of crochetaholics, and afghan makers, (including me, I even crocheted a sweater for my husband when we were first married, it was so bad, it should have been burned)….but that bench is da bomb!

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  48. Sarah {Lacquer and Linen} says

    January 10, 2014 at 6:10 am

    Looks like you have some fun ahead of you. So funny, I was just looking at that RugsUSA rug last week in purple for one of my clients. Their sales are stellar. I can’t wait to follow along with you this year! 🙂

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