Today, I actually started and {almost} completed a project!!!  I say, almost, because I need some opinions.  My small kitchen makeover is starting to take shape and now I’m one step closer.

This is what I did…

If you missed my kitchen post, take a look at the brackets I was planning on using here.  They were from Anthropologie for $24/each.  I found these at Hobby Lobby for $7.99 plus 50% off.  So for less than $5 each, it was a HUGE savings.  I was reluctantly willing to compromise because lets face it, that’s a lot of money.

I used a dry brush paint technique with an off white paint that I had.

Then went over them lightly with a brown stain.  It helped “age” them.

I filled them some things I had around the house and added a few flowers from my yard. {This time of year my house is always full of fresh flowers!  LOVE!}

Some of my ironstone.  I thought I would show it off. ;)  I have a small collection of ironstone and a pretty big collection of Jadite. We use them both everyday.

Ok, so I’m sure you’ve noticed that one shelf is painted and the other isn’t?  Here’s where I need some opinions.  Which do you prefer?  I originally thought I would paint them, but now I’m second guessing myself.

What are your thoughts??  HELP!

~Angela