Blogland friend Melissa has been after me to show some of my kitchen. We updated it a few years ago and I am still in love with what we did. I tried to keep it vintage looking to fit our 1940s Tudor house.
It is not a big kitchen by any means. I have had to make the most of space and be creative.
This is looking from our back door into the kitchen.
This is standing near the table looking the other way.
The yellow door in the back is our back door. The white door in front of that is a kitchen door that is usually open but is handy to shut if there are kids in the basement for a slumber party. (stairs to basement are back there too) The floors are Pergo and are a great blue color. When I first had them installed I chose them to match counter-tops that were there when we moved in. The old blue counter-tops have been replaced with marble, but the blue Pergo is still a fun kick of color..plus it is still in great shape after 18 years.
The kitchen has the original cabinets. I painted them all white at first and didn't like it. I repainted the bottom cabinets a vintage green and was much happier with that look. I ALWAYS have fresh flowers on my kitchen windowsill. There are also lots of vintage touches of course. Note the vintage green towel bar below the sink.
I gather all my soaps on the counter on a vintage enamel tray with green trim.
My splurge in my kitchen were this reconditioned O'Keefe and Merritt vintage stove. I had it shipped from Kansas. I have very little counter space, so Tom and my dad made the cabinet next to the stove that houses my microwave. I don't mind the microwave being low and the extra counter space beside the stove is a bonus. The cabinet has a galvanized metal top.
My second splurge in the kitchen was this Northstar fridge. I seriously love this look of this fridge. You can see behind the fridge on the wall a couple of vintage green metal shelves that I use for additional storage. There is tons of collected green metal in this kitchen..recipe boxes, a stool, trays etc.
The fridge is not magnetic on the front. That is fine by me as I like the clean, uncluttered look. The sides are magnetic so my calendar is on one side. We have a butler door on one side so it pretty much hides the calendar clutter but is still easy to access.
On the other side of the fridge is my cute vintage child's iron towel hook.
We are lucky to have a little nook in the kitchen where we eat about 95% or our meals. It has an original built in.
I added the mirror backing years ago.
Fun details like this old metal floral trivet which helps protect the top of the built in. Estate sale found.
I use part of the glass upper cabinet for everyday use for dishes and glasses.
I use part of the cabinet for vintage eye candy.
Silly details everywhere.
I really like my curtains. I open and close them every day. I added these fabric bands and there are cup hooks/circles that I unhook and hook each day. They work really well. The fabric is vintage.
Love the vintage style light fixtures from Schoolhouse Electric.
Vintage collected tin plates above the window along with my collection of curtain tie backs.
Kitchen shadow box. Post on that here. 
Fun to fill my cupboards with some happy plates.
Love this space. Definitely lots of vintage and green touches everywhere.
Fun, fun, fun!
Happy Day!
What a great kitchen tour! I just love how you kept everything vintage to match your Tudor house. Love the vintage eye candy and shadow box!
Who took the pic of you in the last pic?
You look so cute in your apron!
I have green touches all over the house too :-)
Posted by: Doreen | July 30, 2014 at 11:58 PM
L@\/£!!!!!!!!! ;)
Posted by: Beth Boothe | July 31, 2014 at 01:23 AM
I love your kitchen, every little bit of it. how lucky for you to have that great stove adn fridge. They are perfect for you.
And, I LOVE that shadow box art piece... amazing! makes me want to collect some stuff and make one!
thanks for the kitchen tour. Im sure Im not the only one who would love to see more of your house. I remember seeing bathroom pics when you redid your bathroom... but would love to see other rooms! lol!
happy day Laurie
xoxo
vivian
Posted by: vivian | July 31, 2014 at 03:12 AM
I'm dying here. I want to move into your kitchen and live there. I could set u bed up under the kitchen table. You'd hardly notice me :) Seriously cute though!!!
Posted by: Pam @ House of Hawthornes | July 31, 2014 at 03:59 AM
Your kitchen needs to be featured in a book or magazine. All the special details are amazing, but I really appreciate how much you've kept the vintage 40s theme throughout. It's so welcoming and very very charming. I'll be right over to enjoy some of those cookies and get a better look at everything!
Posted by: Musings from Kim K. | July 31, 2014 at 03:59 AM
Well, how cute is that!!! I want to bake there, I want to eat there, I just want to stare at it! Love it!
Posted by: Jill | July 31, 2014 at 04:00 AM
Awesome! We have a 1940s cottage (English/New England hybrid)and the kitchen needs a serious makeover. I love yours!
Posted by: kirby carespodi | July 31, 2014 at 04:17 AM
YAY!!!!! Finally!!!!!!!!!!!
I haven't even taken time yet to enjoy it-I just saw you posted and I had to write. I can't wait to take my time to sit back and take it all in. Eye candy is the correct way to describe it!
Thank you!!!
Now I can get back to bugging you for the book I think you need to make. :o)
Posted by: Melissa | July 31, 2014 at 04:51 AM
I really like the vintage looking frig and stove but it's all the small details that make me swoon. I love it.
Sheryl
Posted by: Sheryl Remy | July 31, 2014 at 05:21 AM
This is what I HOPE my kitchen looks like one day! *Swoon* Loving all the green!
Posted by: Melissa's Antiques | July 31, 2014 at 05:27 AM
What a lovely kitchen! We are just getting ready to re-do our kitchen and this is some great inspiration! Thanks for sharing all the photos!
Posted by: Mary Steinbrink | July 31, 2014 at 06:58 AM
I loved your kitchen when Hanna, Maddie, and I got to visit! It is the sweetest little space with so many unexpected touches that you could look at it all day long and find something new every time. This post comes at the best time too. Brian and I are talking about a kitchen remodel and I am really wanting to get rid of my granite countertops so I have been looking for inspiration. Loving the two colors of cabinets too. Inspiration everywhere!!
~Erica
Posted by: Erica | July 31, 2014 at 07:19 AM
Oh my goodness! I'm in love with your vintage kitchen!! As a matter of fact, I'd like to move it into our house. I love every little detail, especially the plate arrangement with the cute flower tiebacks. Adorable!!! I may Pin every single photo. :)
Thanks for the tour, and I'll take two cookies with my coffee, please.
Vickie
Posted by: Vickie | July 31, 2014 at 07:24 AM
The kitchen is fabulous! I love the little details and the way it seems so inviting. When can we come over for coffee and cookies?
Posted by: martina | July 31, 2014 at 07:48 AM
Come decorate my house!
Posted by: Lisa | July 31, 2014 at 08:40 AM
love love love your kitchen! You are inspiring me to paint my cupboards! Love the fridge and the stove, great purchases!
Posted by: rosemary | July 31, 2014 at 08:57 AM
ADORABLE thanks for showing it off
Posted by: Curtains in my Tree | July 31, 2014 at 10:58 AM
Oh Laurie I am in love with your sweet kitchen. I love all the details. Love that fridge too. Everything is vintage goodness.
xo Danielle
Posted by: Danielle @ Blessed Serendipity | July 31, 2014 at 11:43 AM
Oh I love you kitchen. Thank you for the tour.
Posted by: sandy | July 31, 2014 at 11:47 AM
Awesome kitchen! I adore your stove and fridge. I'd love to see a shot of your collection of spoons above the stove. Your assemblage of items is a favourite of mine. You do great work!!! Your home exudes happiness and warmth. Your posts always make me smile.
Posted by: Jennifer | July 31, 2014 at 12:47 PM
You are such a cutie! And I just love your cottage kitchen with all it's nooks and crannies. Reminds me so much of my grandma Patta's kitchen.
Posted by: shirley hatfield | July 31, 2014 at 01:09 PM
that was so much fun. You really should think about writing a book on all your house redo's and
decorating idea's from your garden to your studio
to your house--it would definitely be a best seller. To be perfectly honest, I haven't bought a single magazine since I found your blog;
it is eye candy and mind blowing. love it
Posted by: Su Gardner | July 31, 2014 at 01:54 PM
Love the colors! I hope to have a retro refrigerator some day too. I think they make the best statement pieces in the kitchen.
Posted by: Kat | July 31, 2014 at 02:17 PM
your kitchen is so beautiful! i love the green touches. I have a teeny galley kitchen but I've tried to make it cute with white cabinets, teal walls, and red accents.
Posted by: rae | July 31, 2014 at 03:16 PM
Your kitchen is wonderful! One of a kind just like you!
Posted by: Kim G. | July 31, 2014 at 03:26 PM
I love it all - it's wonderful. My Mom lives in a 100 year old farmhouse. She has a broom closet/pantry like yours by the stove, but she has NEVER opened it. She's afraid of it! Someday I will see if there is a treasure in there.
How did you mount the little irons? I have some and have thought about using them like you - but I can't figure out how you hung them on the wall!
Posted by: Shara | July 31, 2014 at 05:06 PM
Just adorable. The Kurly Kate sponge is cute, for your Kate no doubt. Love that you have the old time look for the stove and fridge. And the blue floor is a great touch!!
Posted by: Annette | July 31, 2014 at 05:23 PM
I love your Kitchen and need you to come and make over mine. I so wish my kitchen had your kitchens charm. Love the green color!
Posted by: Beth Anne | July 31, 2014 at 06:39 PM
Okay, now I am over the top inspired to get off my behind and make something cute! I am just thrilled to see your kitchen! Looooooooove it! And I just love seeing you with your apron and cookies, too! Thank you SO much!
Posted by: Patti | July 31, 2014 at 06:57 PM
Thanks so much for sharing! Love your kitchen.
Posted by: Susan M | July 31, 2014 at 07:06 PM
the iron towel hooks are adorable, as is everything else.
the frig is amazing. i think i would be a better cook in this kitchen as i might even cook if i had a kitchen like yours. lovely.
Posted by: marasmarket.blogspot.com | July 31, 2014 at 07:52 PM
Love love love your kitchen and all the sweet vintage detail. Is that rack above the stove spoons?
Posted by: Kathy | July 31, 2014 at 09:20 PM
I love it all, but the nook is my favorite part with that built in china cabinet. I have just as much stuff in my kitchen including 50 vintage plates & platters all around near the ceiling. But mine is a 50's ranch, not cute like your 40's Tudor with all its charm!
Posted by: mary scott | August 01, 2014 at 05:23 PM
What a beautiful kitchen! A vintage lovers dream - has it ever been featured in a magazine? If not it definitely should be!
Posted by: livingrichonthecheap | August 03, 2014 at 10:18 AM
Your kitchen is just darling and so adorable!! I love it!! You have so many sweet touches all around! Love your tin plates and curtain tie back above the window, so charming!! I have to go see that shadow box a bit closer too! ;) xo Holly
Posted by: Holly | August 03, 2014 at 06:38 PM
Adorable kitchen - but how the heck did you get that last shot???
Love the green - I have a few old kitchen utensils too - I only collect green.
That shadowbox is amazing.
Posted by: Maureen | August 05, 2014 at 07:36 PM
I always love a good kitchen tour! (Even ones that leave me with refrigerator envy!) If I ever get my kids through school, my splurge is going to be a farmhouse sink (which will necessitate a whole big redo, which would be fine by me!) (p.s. can you tell I am on vacation this week? Comments and everything!)
Posted by: barbara | August 07, 2014 at 10:00 AM