Extreme Entryway Makeover *DIY Vintage Gallery Wall* BEFORE & AFTER | XO, MaCenna

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lowly but surely we are transforming our Texas cottage into a home and focusing on “first impression” spaces can make a big impact on how a home feels! This week we are making over the first space you see right with you walk in the front door … the entryway!
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[lonefox]

Macenna I already texted got but this is FREAKING GORGEOUS!! The color choice, art work, videography…. ALL OF IT! All the original wood as well 😍

[AlisCorner]

MaCenna has transcended "DIY" into being a self taught full on carpenter

[KuhokeeDas]

As an art history major, I can’t tell you how happy it makes me to see the utilization of art like this! I’m so tired of seeing Instagramable prints being used left, right, and center. Also, your mom is so talented!

[AliceJaimie]

The door to the entryway has just been such an iconic point of focus for this renovation for me - I can remember that first video of you in the house, standing in front of those doors and being amazed by how high the ceilings were. It's so lovely to see how far you've come with it 💕

[ektadharamraj]

Your mom's painting was the heart of this pretty makeover. Haven't seen a painting this beautiful for a while that just perfectly complemented a space and made it a thousand times better.

[sdmcgowanful]

My heart skipped a beat when Romeo said he said it’s “looking really nice” and your reaction was “you really think so?” 🥹
Love y’all’s love 😭💕💕💕

[katiedahl]

It's official, I will never be able to pick a favourite room in this house. Everything you've done so far is just gorgeous. I'm obsessed!

[jodiemim]

Your balance of humility when learning new skills and "I can do this" attitude is just right for those of us that aren't sure how far our skills will take us. You're proving we can all do it if we want to! Our tastes couldn't be more different (I'm fully a mid-century gal) and yet I learn something new from each video. Thank you.

[justagirl]

The painting that your mom did is stunning!! the whole project is perfect!

[pamelapeterson]

I love how that gray wall really makes your art wall pop. When I look outside on a cloudy day, nothing makes the gold hills look more brilliant than having the dark, moody sky behind them, and so this makes so much sense to make the colors of your frames and art really stand out, too.

[PaxPixie]

The entryway looks amazing!! Absolute perfection! As for trying to match the old trim to the new trim, if you feel you have the color down (or close enough) then I would try different top coats. Many of these old stains were shellacked or lacquered and the lacquer was yellow tinted. You might try adding a tint to a lacquer like a couple drops of black or yellow tint. Just enough to "layer" the color so it adds richness and shine at the same time. Ultimately the "aged" look you're going for is just the aging of the lacquer. Same with paintings... If you watch Baumgartner Restorations he talks about how paintings don't have a "patina". They just have top coats that yellowed over time. The same thing happens to old stain. Hope you are able to achieve the look you want!

[ginrobi]

Millstone Grey would be perfect, IMHO! It's a great colour, perfect shade in all lighting for that space. And the white doorknob is the best accent in that corner. *chef's kiss*

[Cinderella]

19 months in the making!! Your entryway is stunning. When walking in from a hot Texas day, I'm sure this area will have a cooling effect on your guests. Your dear mama's oil painting is gorgeous. I love it when we get to see your long awaited vision coming to fruition. 💚

[YoungBeauty]

I love the contrast between the “orangey” warm trim with the green gray walls. It goes so well together in my opinion

[altheawood]

Def the speckled oatmeal knob. So lovely. That paint color is gorgeous & bless your Momma's hands for that stunning lifelike artwork.

[prasnlrdsheilawalker]

Beautiful Mc Cenna and Romeo…absolutely BEAUTIFUL!…and “Momma”, the art you made for your daughter is SPLENDIDLY

[sandrastrobel]

I absolutely love this area. The wall color is perfection. Cathy’s artwork is beautiful. Your vision for this space came together wonderfully. I’m in awe. I vote for the white doorknob. 🥰

[indiamunoz]

THE WHITE DOORKNOB!!!! love that! and I am completely in love with this entryway, so gorgeous!!!!

[Amiabenson]

Macennnnaaaa!!! You’re finally there. The decorating moments. This is truly beautiful and I hope you’re proud of yourself. You’ve inspired me so much, I’m a esthetician and for the past 7 months months I’ve been creating my facial room. And your knowledge and love and decision making on the cottage, made me slow down and be picky on what I choose for the room. So much love in my room too 🤎 thank you ! I’m only 23 and have so much love for designing now because if you ! Love you 🤎🤎

[jazzharris-urlich]

OMG!!! This is by far my favourite makeover so far even though it's such a small space. The talent you and your mum have is insane! I love the white knob for the closet door and now I want to go buy grey/green paint and paint a wall :) Can't wait for the rest of the makeovers!