I post a bit, but cannot by any stretch of the imagination, be considered a regular. I just want to say that I agree with you wholeheartedly!!

Well if Lavendar Lass would like it then I am coming over for coffee as I am sure it is a super quaint and cozy space!

autumn.4....No, it wasn't the quaintness or coziness, but the fact that she almost always adds flowers or a plant to her floor plans. This home has a distinctive "lavender type" entry....lol.

:)

loonar29 - Loved this post. My DH knows (and forgets almost immediately) many GW names but is always interested in what is making me chuckle (or sigh). Once we went on a local kitchen tour and had the pleasure of seeing mamadadapaige's kitchen (and meeting her). DH was quite pleased to be able to talk GW with her - he proudly introduced himself as the DH. Congratulations on the new home, your positive attitude and supportive DH! Please feel free to give me a shout out if you need any backsplash photoshopping:)

oldbat that is very cool that you were able to meet mamadadapaige!

Good post! I recently started commenting, but definitely lurk more than I post. I often think of the regular and frequent posters too.

Such a great tribute to our resident experts, amateur and professional! Glad you posted, nice to "meet" you:)

I'm with you! I would follow buehl, funky, lavender, or ob2b anywhere. I'd like to add my thanks and admiration to yours. And hey, welcome to the light from the lurky shadows!

Couldn't agree more loonar29, though DH was a bit miffed that GW didn't also give me the miraculous ability to precisely estimate the cost of all the $tellar idea$ he keeps coming up with. He's gotten used to my GW commentary, but elsewhere I try not to make too many references to "my website" so I don't sound like a complete flake. I'm already worrying about how to back up ideas with the contractor and subs: outlets low and horizontal; checking with InspiredLED; yes, the hood needs to be that deep; frame the back of the closet with the 2x4s the short way so there's more space; etc.

Oh, MY! I can't believe I'm included with the others. I am but a neophyte who still learns daily from Buehl, Jilllius, Mama Goose, Lavender, Laughable, OB2B, Rebunky, CPArtist, TexasGem, Sophie and so many others...I'm kicking myself because I'm blank at more names to list. I practically quiver with excitement when I see Buehl or Jillius has posted because of the fantastically detailed explanations and illustrations. In fact, I think I've learned a little from every single poster in this thread! Thank you, Looner. That's very kind of you.

I get this. When we were redoing our house I would quote GW and also refer to Holmes on Homes (for those of you familiar with the HGTV show hosted by Mike Holmes). I wanted to come across as being informed and both those sources helped me do that.

This is so true. I really, truly can't imagine what my kitchen would look like with all the past and present advice these posters have given. Each person has different insight and brings something amazing to the table. I was fortunate enough to have a majority of these posters help on my kitchen post. Y'all will never know just how trusted and valued your opinions are.

Thank you!

I was once in your place. I found this Forum in 2007 when we were planning our Kitchen remodel (I was looking for "granite" vs "quartz" information & several threads from iVillage's Kitchens Forum popped up in the search results).

I also lurked for a time - in my case a short time b/c I had a panic attack when I realized how dysfunctional our Kitchen design was after reading some layout threads here! We were supposed to finalize the design that week.... Needless to say, I called a halt and went back to the drawing board here!

My first layouts were torn apart here - but I learned so much and kept on learning

When we were done, I couldn't stop!

Give yourself time - if you stick around long enough, you'll find your niche and become an "expert" in that niche as well!

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Welcome!

Starting my THIRD house since finding this forum, and I remember MANY of you from the past that are still here helping! All the wonderful extra details my homes have is thanks to the "experts" here! :)

Thank you, funkycamper. Loonar29, I felt the same way about the 'oldtimers' when I first found GW. I think I miss rhome410 the most, and florantha (she of 'Quirky Kitchens' and 'Too Many Clowns' fame), and the mysterious davidro1. I'm happy that buehl and Kompy, and Sophie and lisa_a are still here--I'm sure I've missed a few others--and I welcome all who have since found us and stayed to add their diverse wisdom, experience, and humor.

My first layouts were torn apart here - but I learned so much and kept on learning

When we were done, I couldn't stop!

Me, too, Buehl. Oh, my first design was ridiculous and I really thought I had come up with something snazzy, lol.

Lisa! I forgot to mention Lisa. And I know there are many others.

I've been around for 2 years, and still consider myself a newbie (or at least far from an expert) on this forum. I am always proud of myself if one of the many talented and experienced folks agrees with one of my posts!

Oh funky- I can't believe I would be included on the list! Thank you! I, like AnnKH still feel like a newbie! I'm just excited when one of the pros agrees with me. :)

I've gotten lots of advice and help from CEFreeman, Trebuchet (Joseph Corlett), Live Wire Oak, cookncarpenter, and many others already named.

There is a reason so many of us find these boards and then come back, again and again.

I'm honored Funky you included me but I'm a neophyte compared to many of you. So much great info has been gleaned from these forums in the few months I've been back. (I was a regular 5 years ago when I was doing my condo kitchen.)