Updating a Kitchen?
I would start by painting the laundry room wall. I think brightening up that wall would make a huge difference. Then Id probably find new hardware for the cabinets.
Around the World Quilt Done In 8 Hours?
Have you checked ebay? I know of another easy/fast way to make Around the World Quilt, its a book by Blanche Young called Tradition with a Twist. Its my all time favorite quilt book!