Friday, October 28, 2011

First Impressions




First impressions can sometimes be a little scary.....
It's hard to imagine how you can possibly transform an old house into something you love when you don't have the money to put into it.

 But the power of paint, and free things that can be easily transformed....well it can do amazing things!
 
Sometimes the transformation is so great it is hard to believe it is even the same room!
Add in some pretty things to give it your personal touch and ta-da.

I rarely pass on something just because it doesn't look like what I want. 

When I first saw this house two years ago, I knew with the right amount of elbow grease and love that it would be something I would never want to leave.

I still have a lot I want to get done, but each day this old house grows on me a little more.

Posted by The Vintage Farmhouse at 5:42 AM

36 comments:

  1. LinseyOctober 28, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    I LOOOVE your farmhouse! You have made it so romantic and beautiful! What a fun old girl to "dress up".

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  2. UnknownOctober 28, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    I've seen this house first hand and I will tell all of you Nikki does such an amazing job with transforming thing the house became a HOME what beautiful photos You are lucky to live in such a great old farmhouse....

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  3. jerilandersOctober 28, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Good ol paint is the cheapest and yet most dramatic design tool we have.
    I love the built-in cabinets in your old house.
    I moved into my old farmhouse 20 years ago, on a budget as well, so I know where you are coming from. Transforming an old house into your dream cottage is a wonderful and sometimes draining, adventure. I see the possibilities written all over your house. It looks like a four-square with a hipped roof? It is very similar to mine. Have fun!

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  4. Amy ChalmersOctober 28, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Oh I bet it does~it looks so homey and pretty already! Great job on your house projects, it looks darling.

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  5. High Street CottageOctober 28, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    When I see those photos, I'm wondering why you're not featured in a magazine or book, however me thinks that day is coming, very very beautiful!

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  6. AnonymousOctober 28, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    It's totally gorgeous - when you've got the right bones, any dress of *our* choice will make it gorgeous! You've done great - love it!

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  7. TamOctober 28, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    Beautiful - I just love the character of the old homes!

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  8. Vintage Country GirlOctober 28, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    You've done a great job! You must be totally in love with PINK!

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  9. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeOctober 28, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    You have such a lovely home and you've worked wonders with your transformations. Love it all. Hugs, Marty

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  10. Francy (So Beautiful Things)October 28, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    It's very very beautiful with your touch!
    Very compliments
    Francy

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  11. DestinyOctober 28, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    It's darling! What a great job you've done! I would love to find a fixer-upper some day! Lots of work, but very rewarding I bet!

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  12. Ruby JeanOctober 28, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    Love it...It certainly does help when you have got some GREAT bones to work with... Especially on a small budget... You have done a fantastic job...One would never believe the Before!! : )

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  13. Maureen WyattOctober 28, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I always think it shows when a house is loved. That does more to make it beautiful than any amount of money spent. Your's is certainly loved! ~ Maureen

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  14. Blessed SerendipityOctober 28, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Love and elbow grease sure make a house a home. Yours is beautiful!

    Danielle

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  15. A Cozy Cottage in the CityOctober 28, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Your vintage farmhouse in the woods is beautiful and charming - love what you've done with it, and what you continue to do with it!!! :) Take care and have a great weekend!


    XO's,
    Jessie

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  16. stefanieOctober 28, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    oh, its gorgeous!!!!!!

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  17. The Polka Dot ClosetOctober 28, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    It had great bones, and you had a great vision! it's gorgeous!

    Carol

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  18. Sherry HicksOctober 28, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    I love your farmhouse and think it is so cool that you have done all the work yourself. Love every single picture, every nook and crannie that you have shared. It is georgous. The rug is amazing!!
    Sherry

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  19. AnonymousOctober 28, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I'm in love with that kitchen cupboard with the glass doors. I think I would buy the house just for that!

    Isn't it SO satisfying to finish a project and see how it transforms your space?! You've done some amazing things.

    Vickie @ Ranger 911 (google is giving me some issues)

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  20. AnonymousOctober 28, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    Your house is beautiful!! It had great bones from the start and just adding all of your beautiful touches transformed it even more into something fabulous!!
    Hope you have a glorious weekend.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  21. AnonymousOctober 28, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    LOVE IT Nicki!! You have done a beautiful job!!
    Blessings~
    Sandi@Wayside Treasures

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  22. Ivy and ElephantsOctober 28, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    What a wonderful job you are doing, it's a real gem! Love all the glam touches that you are adding. Gorgeous!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  23. Ricki TreleavenOctober 29, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    It should grow on you because you have made your little farmhouse into a lovely home!

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  24. Maureen WyattOctober 29, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    I'm passing on the Versatile Blogger Award to you! You can pick up the button on my post from yesterday, "I Promised To Tell". Thanks for all the inspiration! ~ Maureen

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  25. Amy KinserOctober 29, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    You always amaze me! I love your home and all you have done and how you have done it. You need to have your own tv show and show us how you do what you do with the little budget you work with.

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  26. AnonymousOctober 29, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    And that is what makes a house a home! Love the changes you have made. Patty/BC

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  27. Tulip RowOctober 29, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    What an awesome house! It's gorgeous before and even more amazing after!! I am following this blog now, and will be checking in for good ideas. We are about to move from a small house to a big one, and I feel overwhelmed by ideas and lack of money!! haha.

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  28. micheleOctober 30, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    oh so dreamy!

    michele

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  29. Amber ~ The French Pressed HomeOctober 30, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    You, my friend, have done an amazing job! BEAUTIFUL Home!
    xo, Amber

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  30. UnknownOctober 31, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I normally don't go for the white "airy" look. But I will honestly say that I love the way you've done your rooms. Something about them really draws me in. I love your house :)

    ~ Jessica

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  31. LoribethNovember 1, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    I love the airy look! I am also seriously digging those chairs in your living room!!! It all looks so inviting.

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  32. BohemianNovember 1, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    Your Transformation is Magnificent! Quite often our Inspiration and Imagination is all that we really need to make a unique expression of our personal taste and creativity. Wonderful job... the look is Priceless!

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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  33. saltbox
    treasures    November 2, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    What a lovely farmhouse! Even the bones are gorgeous the way they are. What you have done has added to its loveliness! Look forward to seeing more. Thanks for sharing.
    ~ Julie

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  34. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeNovember 3, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    OH . . . big sigh. I would take a house like this in a heartbeat. Nothing new (even a new house TRYING to look old) can compare to these beauties -- you are doing a wonderful job of adding to the charm!

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  35. Debra@CommonGroundNovember 5, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Just beautiful. I grew up in a farmhouse from 1840 and my mom and dad transformed that place! I miss having a farmhouse to make my own, xoxo

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  36. Tonya July 15, 2012 at 3:52 PM

    I love what you have done with your home on a budget, it's simply gorgeous! What color/shade white do you use on your walls?-Thanks Tonya

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