Black cats are very social and loving! I have my own black cat, Wally. He projects manages my sewing, cooking and even my bathroom breaks! He is a slave driver 😂😂😂 He keeps me on task and makes me smile so much ❤❤❤
I love it. The cutting board idea is a great idea or even for cookie trays. Better than storing them on the floor in between things or in cupboards in between things. 😊
Love the piece turned island! Had you given any thought to adding bun feet to the island to make it the counter height you want? You’re blessed to have a handy husband to do these kinds of projects! Great jobs! ❤ Oh I’m so sorry for your loss! ❤️🩹🙏
@@barbarawood6008 thank you! We are both very happy with how it turned out and now it has left me itching to redo another piece 😆💛 I’m thinking the pantry next
I like that you left space for cutting board just frame the front n sides n leave your side of counter open for cutting boards or baking sheets. By adding that wood under top gave it height looks good . U can also add wheels to elevated more n it will look like a new piece in ur kitchen over all very nice piece
@@dianneperry2903 yes, we are still considering feet. I originally thought that would make it harder to clean under and would accumulate more underneath so that’s why we went in a different direction first. I like to live with changes for a bit before making adjustments so we will see 😊
Im so sorry about your son. That's a beautiful memory to have forever. ❤ who would have thought. I wish I could have gotten my child's father's and had it tattooed on me or my brothers. What a perfect keepsake memory. I love the wod above the fridge. And I had to laugh at your cat. I used to have black cats all my life. their good luck to me lol But he's just as strange as mine. Loves that fridge. Had ro be with you all. So curious. Might sound strange, but ya sure that's not your son coming back in the cat. It just seems ro fit if you watch the cat. All the kids are with your hubby, you said. It seems to just fit, ya know. Just what I see n feel. Hes poking around like a young buy would 😊❤
Great repurpose of the dresser into an island. I actually love the dried color. My question is: What is the purpose for the wood around the refrigerator? Guess im looking at it from the ease of washing down splatters on the wood vs metal.
@@lindabunce5133 I wanted shelves near the window and my husband wanted to sturdy them by adding something to anchor them to. A lot of houses have what’s called a fridge panel which is the wood cabinet that goes up and around the fridge. Mine didn’t so he added one on. But you are correct there’s not much purpose other than something cosmetic I was wanting to add 😊
בעלך בנה מסגרת מסביב למקרר, תחשבו על דרך לאוורר את זה, המנוע של המקרר מאחור מצאוורר וכעת עם המדף הסגור שעוטף את המקרר נוא "לא ינשום" ויגרום למנוע להתחמם, זה יכול לקלקח את המקרר,חבל. אוליי שיקדח חורים במדף העליון?
The frame on our fridge only goes up the left side of the fridge and along the top, not along the back or on the right hand side so it’s not fully enclosed and allows proper ventilation. However, many fridges are enclosed in what’s called a fridge panel. My husband does kitchen remodels for a living so it is very common to enclose the fridge and has never heard of any issues but maybe it’s done in a way that allows the fridge to breathe.
I love the outdoors you live in. We use to live in the country but our health forced us to move into the city to be close to our doctors and the hospital. I love the color you did on your island. What is it?
@@tonyaann80 we are going to be redoing our pantry here soon and I was wanting to check out some new colors for that so I will definitely take a look. Thank you! 😊
@@Jazz1959 that is what we were originally going to do but the skirting at the bottom goes up a lot further than we were expecting. We may still change it in the future but for now we don’t mind it 😊
@@suzyq555 my husband installs these for a living and has never heard of that. I can see maybe if the entire fridge was enclosed it overheating the coils but we only have boards on the left side and top so it allows plenty of airflow.
@@bearden3d714 that was the original plan but the skirting goes up much farther than I’ve ever seen. It goes up to the bottom drawer so we would have to build a bottom frame unfortunately. Which we might still end up doing eventually 😊
I love that 😊
Maybe your husband could put wheels on it that why it could be higher and be easier to move
I bought this same dresser three yrs ago for my kitchen island. I painted mine Williamsburg red I love it.
Oh that’s really cool! I’d love to see a picture sometime to see how yours turned out.
The island turned out beautifully. Love the color and that you have refurbished and older item.😊
@@Texaschik01 thank you 😊
Black cats are very social and loving! I have my own black cat, Wally. He projects manages my sewing, cooking and even my bathroom breaks! He is a slave driver 😂😂😂 He keeps me on task and makes me smile so much ❤❤❤
Beautiful job great idea! I like that space for extras!
The projects look really good. I think the shelving around the fridge would look great in the green to tie in with the island.
This is gorgeous in that green color and I LOVE the hardware! Beautiful piece! ❤
@@itynotbity thank you! 😊
I agree, feet on the bottom would easily raise to the height you wish. Looks amazing!
It's sooo pretty. And I love your story of your son and your tattoos. :))
@@alexandriabrown4117 thank you 😊
I like the transformation of the dresser into an island. Very clever!
@@LisaKessler-o1q thank you 😊
The "empty gap" is also a great place for cookie sheets as well.
@@jeanlukavich8310 that’s a wonderful idea!
I love it. The cutting board idea is a great idea or even for cookie trays. Better than storing them on the floor in between things or in cupboards in between things. 😊
@@MsLori1973 thank you! I’m really enjoying how easily accessible they are 😊
What a great idea!! Turned out awesome!
@@veroniqueleduc1607 thank you 😊
FABULOUS JOB. I am looking for a farmhouse style island and really love what you did here - thank you for the inspiration!
@@ArlettaGray thank you! And you are welcome! It’s been one of my favorite projects recently. Now I’m itching to redo the pantry 😊
Congrats on your Facebook find, you did a great job on it, it turned out lovely. Your kitchen is very cozy and inviting ❤❤.
@@suzyq325 thank you 😊
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@@marilynderise2683 thank you for your kind words 😊🙏 I’m so glad you are here
First time here. I absolutely love the island and the shelves, putting that panel was genius. Have a blessed day.
@@donnatorres7145 welcome! And thank you so much!
Thank you for rescuing your sweet kitty!❤😊
I love that green paint. I love your island! Love what he did with the fridge too. So clever
@@marymcghee3023 thank you! he is a very clever guy 😊 this project has me itching to flip more furniture 🤔
Wonderful makeovers and heart breaking story about your son. Bless you and your beautiful family.
@@sandrawinchester1138 thank you 🙏
Absolutely beautiful!!!
@@julietteacford6417 thank you! 😊
That looks amazing! Love it!
@@TheSwissChalet thank you 😊
I love all of this! The island is so unique and gives the kitchen a “collected” touch. And the color is lovely. New sub here! 😍😍
@@Kathryninchrist welcome! And thank you 😊
Everything you have done looks wonderful.
@@cindyflinchbaugh7155 thank you 😊
New here. What a great idea 💡 of making your own island ❤! Love the cover over the fridge and shelves on the side . I'm so sorry for your loss 😢❤
Thank you and welcome! I’m so happy you are here 😊
Love the piece turned island! Had you given any thought to adding bun feet to the island to make it the counter height you want? You’re blessed to have a handy husband to do these kinds of projects! Great jobs! ❤ Oh I’m so sorry for your loss! ❤️🩹🙏
@@cindyclark9145 thank you! He is a handy guy. I’m very lucky! 😊
@@TheWeyums yes you are.
I think the island turned out really nice.
@@grandmasewhappyhomestead187 thank you 😊
Love it all!❤
@@conniemalone8939 thank you!
Great projects 👏
@@shirlrebert4469 thank you 😊
You did a great job with that that is so pretty
@@p-soniad.jhgtmrwap3389 thank you!
So sorry for you loss, love the tattoo so very personal.
I love that color 😍
I love this! I do think it would look great with some decorative corbels, frame in the top, and hang a rod with hooks or just cut hooks on the side
@@hadasscook8028 that is such a great idea! Thank you 😊
Wow! Very nice!
@@barbarawood6008 thank you! We are both very happy with how it turned out and now it has left me itching to redo another piece 😆💛 I’m thinking the pantry next
The diy island looks great and I love the color.
Thank you 😊
@@TheWeyums name de color and Brand please 🥰
Amazing job on the shelving and the kitchen island. So sorry for the loss of your son.
@@adrabruzzese7610 thank you 😊
My hubby is a joiner and he too knocks walls to find studs, even though he has super expensive stud finders lol
@@LTMarshall lol so funny! Yep my hubby has multiple stud finders but will knock on the wall while also using a stud finder 😅
@@TheWeyums men LOL
Very nice!
@@lauramartens5516 thank you!
I think I would add some heavy duty wheels to raise the height a little. It would allow you to move the island for cleaning under it.
I was thinking the same thing 😂❤
It’s all so beautiful!!
@@wandajolley259 thank you 😊
loving your kitchen island it is beautiful
@@darlenehopper6125 thank you 😊 I’m so happy with how it turned out. It’s got me wanting to start another project. Im thinking the pantry next 🤔
I like that you left space for cutting board just frame the front n sides n leave your side of counter open for cutting boards or baking sheets. By adding that wood under top gave it height looks good . U can also add wheels to elevated more n it will look like a new piece in ur kitchen over all very nice piece
@@marisollopez-caldwell8137 I love the idea to frame in the area up top! Thank you 😊
@TheWeyums you welcome have a great day
Could your husband build some feet on the island so it could be counter height?
@@dianneperry2903 yes, we are still considering feet. I originally thought that would make it harder to clean under and would accumulate more underneath so that’s why we went in a different direction first. I like to live with changes for a bit before making adjustments so we will see 😊
@TheWeyums Build a box frame for it to sit on. Very easy. Thousands of vids out there to show you how.
Yes!
Great idea ❤❤❤❤❤
Im so sorry about your son. That's a beautiful memory to have forever. ❤ who would have thought. I wish I could have gotten my child's father's and had it tattooed on me or my brothers. What a perfect keepsake memory. I love the wod above the fridge. And I had to laugh at your cat. I used to have black cats all my life. their good luck to me lol But he's just as strange as mine. Loves that fridge. Had ro be with you all. So curious. Might sound strange, but ya sure that's not your son coming back in the cat. It just seems ro fit if you watch the cat. All the kids are with your hubby, you said. It seems to just fit, ya know. Just what I see n feel. Hes poking around like a young buy would 😊❤
Love it
@@ericataylor9063 thank you 😊
Nice! 🤗
Beautiful ❤️
@@debramoyer4104 thank you!
Absolutely Beautiful I love the way it turned out. Did you seal the color at all? Or what kind of paint did you use please? Thank you.
I love it❤
Thank you 😊
It’s beautiful
@@thedebbieadams thank you 😊
Great repurpose of the dresser into an island. I actually love the dried color. My question is: What is the purpose for the wood around the refrigerator? Guess im looking at it from the ease of washing down splatters on the wood vs metal.
@@lindabunce5133 I wanted shelves near the window and my husband wanted to sturdy them by adding something to anchor them to. A lot of houses have what’s called a fridge panel which is the wood cabinet that goes up and around the fridge. Mine didn’t so he added one on. But you are correct there’s not much purpose other than something cosmetic I was wanting to add 😊
בעלך בנה מסגרת מסביב למקרר, תחשבו על דרך לאוורר את זה, המנוע של המקרר מאחור מצאוורר וכעת עם המדף הסגור שעוטף את המקרר נוא "לא ינשום" ויגרום למנוע להתחמם, זה יכול לקלקח את המקרר,חבל. אוליי שיקדח חורים במדף העליון?
The frame on our fridge only goes up the left side of the fridge and along the top, not along the back or on the right hand side so it’s not fully enclosed and allows proper ventilation. However, many fridges are enclosed in what’s called a fridge panel. My husband does kitchen remodels for a living so it is very common to enclose the fridge and has never heard of any issues but maybe it’s done in a way that allows the fridge to breathe.
Place feet on the base to help with the height.
I really love what you did! Fantastic idea. What is the name of your paint? I love the texture and how easy was to apply it 😊
@@katenaf8369 thank you! The color is called Osiris by Glidden. We’ve used this particular paint a couple of times and it goes on great each time! 😊
No primer, does this paint do well without it? It looks like it goes on really smooth. Looks beautiful 😻
@@sag6310 yes we have used this paint a couple of times and have not had to use a primer. We always do 2 coats and it turns out great each time 😊
I love the outdoors you live in. We use to live in the country but our health forced us to move into the city to be close to our doctors and the hospital. I love the color you did on your island. What is it?
Oh I’m so sorry your were forced to move. The country is so beautiful. Thank you! The color is Osiris by Glidden.
You should sample Cromwell Grey. It’s a Benjamin Moore color but I get it tinted at Lowe’s.
@@tonyaann80 we are going to be redoing our pantry here soon and I was wanting to check out some new colors for that so I will definitely take a look. Thank you! 😊
@@TheWeyums you’re welcome!!
Thank You 🤗ep🐢
I love ❤❤❤❤❤
@@alexandraholguin3761 thank you 😊💛
I would have taken the bottom trim off and made a base for it.
@@Jazz1959 that is what we were originally going to do but the skirting at the bottom goes up a lot further than we were expecting. We may still change it in the future but for now we don’t mind it 😊
Is there a reason you didn't scuff sand the drawers so the paint sticks better? Over time, the paint will chip easier.
@@chloesmom412 we did 😊 my husband was sanding outside and then bringing them to me to paint inside.
Ohhh I thought its not good for refrigerators to be boxed In like that. They need to have space for airflow in the back.
Mine is boxed in like that and works fine.
@@kmarch6630 yes it will work but over heats the coil and life of the fridge is shorten.
@@suzyq555 my husband installs these for a living and has never heard of that. I can see maybe if the entire fridge was enclosed it overheating the coils but we only have boards on the left side and top so it allows plenty of airflow.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Parents shouldn’t have to bury their children.
Maybe cut of the older skirting and add feet for the extra height you want.
@@bearden3d714 that was the original plan but the skirting goes up much farther than I’ve ever seen. It goes up to the bottom drawer so we would have to build a bottom frame unfortunately. Which we might still end up doing eventually 😊