This week

Woah. We are busy. In my mind I didn't think we would jump on so many house projects right when we moved in. But I've been a little impatient (sounds like me, right?).  Last weekend papa Siak and Sandra got to come see the house. It was a great quick visit. Then granny got to come and spend this whole week with us helping me with my endless paint projects. 

So. My fireplace. It was red. The room is tiny upstairs and the red was just too much so I tried this technique called white washing. (Disclaimer - never do this. It's messy. It takes forever. While the results are fabulous, I personally will never do this again). 

Before:

After:

There are still a few things left to do. Painting the mantle before I put it back up. But for now. I'm happy with it!