I had a thrifted hutch top I originally purchased for $14.00 and it made the rounds of the house serving various purposes before finding it's way to the garage.
Here it is in the living room, way back.. last year. But it seems like ages ago since the livng room was aqua. And since I had that couch.
We've been working on a playhouse for Bayleigh and you know a sweet little playhouse has to have a sweet little kitchen.
Here is a semi-before shot. Mitch had already removed the top shelf and cut the hole for the sink when I thought to take a picture, so I just sat the top shelf in place to snap a pic.
From the hutch we made a little kitchen and a padded bench and the only money spent was for the faucet. It was less than $10.00 from Walmart.
The paint, fabric, knobs and vinyl for the burners, I already had.
Not too shabby for ten bucks.
What a lucky little girl! If I were Bayleigh, I'd never want to grow up!
Posted by: Lera | May 04, 2011 at 02:51 PM
She certainly is the center of our universe, Lera. Being a grandparent is the best and being so close by makes it even better. I know it must seem like she lives with us, but she really does have her own house, she just loves spending time at Nana and Papas.
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 03:30 PM
Oh wow I love this! This is one of my favorite DIY kithens I've seen. I love it all. Did you cut out the burners with your silhouette?
Posted by: Amber Lee | May 04, 2011 at 04:19 PM
Okay - that's it. The magical birthday. The sweetest of toy kitchens...exactly how does one sign up to be your grandbaby?
How is Willie doing? Did he have his surgery yet?
Posted by: Sharly | May 04, 2011 at 04:31 PM
Brilliant!
Posted by: tricia | May 04, 2011 at 04:42 PM
That is just Stinking Cute!!! In the good way...LOL..One very lucky little girl!!!!
Posted by: Elaine | May 04, 2011 at 05:21 PM
Thank you Amber! Yes, the burners were cut with my silhouette. Love that machine!!
xo Autum
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 05:25 PM
Thank you Sharly!
And hooray!! Willie is doing great and is on his way home as I type this.
When they sedated him and took xrays prior to surgery this morning, they discovered his jaw was healing in proper alignment on its own. A completely unexpected finding since his fracture was pretty severe. Power of prayer?? I think so.
xo Autum
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 05:29 PM
Thank you Tricia!!
xo Autum
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 05:29 PM
Thank you Elaine! She is a lucky girl, but I think Im even more lucky ; )
xo Autum
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 05:30 PM
It looks so cute and Bayleigh is going to be spending quite a lot of time playing there I am thinking.
have a happy day. Stacey xo
Posted by: stacey | May 04, 2011 at 05:43 PM
I knew it! I love that machine too!
Posted by: Amber Lee | May 04, 2011 at 06:49 PM
This is adorable! I love all of the details.
Posted by: Scrappin Shonie | May 04, 2011 at 07:29 PM
That is amazing. You and Mitch are so talented.
Posted by: Kristyn | May 04, 2011 at 08:43 PM
You are SUCH a clever girl! And Mitch, a clever guy. You're the perfect pair, and little Bailey is the recipient of all your talents! What fun!
xoxo
Joni
Posted by: Joni | May 04, 2011 at 10:52 PM
Thank you Joni! I think we make a pretty good pair too. I always have more faith in his abilities than he does, but hes never let me down!
xo Autum
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 11:02 PM
Thank you Kristyn!
xo Autum
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 11:03 PM
Thank you!!
xoAutum
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 11:03 PM
Thank you Stacey! Shes been enjoying it so far. She likes to pull the bench up in front of the kitchen and cook sitting on her couch. I think shes on to something ; )
xo Autum
Posted by: Autum | May 04, 2011 at 11:05 PM
How cute is that?! What fun - can't wait to have grandchildren!
Posted by: domesticali | May 05, 2011 at 07:15 AM
I think this is the cutest thing I have ever seen! Way to go Autum and Mitch!
Posted by: Shannon | May 05, 2011 at 09:02 AM
Aw - a blessing for sure!! I'm so glad to hear sweet Willie is doing well! Thanks for letting me know!
Tell Bailey to heat up the stove. The cats, Gily and I would like to come over for tea :)
Take care!
Posted by: Sharly | May 05, 2011 at 09:38 AM
You are amazing! That is adorable!
Posted by: Bonnie | May 05, 2011 at 10:36 AM
perfect! I always wanted to make something like this for my daughter, but there is no room in our house.
Posted by: UK lass in US | May 06, 2011 at 11:13 PM
Great work!! I used to play for hours and hours with my kitchen. I so want to make one for my daughters now.
Found your blog from Tatertots and Jello link up party. Would love for you to stop by my blog!
Have a great weekend.
Teresa
http://creativecowgirl.co
Posted by: Teresa Hord | May 06, 2011 at 11:48 PM