What amazing restoration you are doing! It really looks so much better with the authenticity of the original home’s intended bones. Those ferns are amazing. My son-in-law rigged up something similar for their porch flower baskets ..read more

In reply to Kay OBrien. Thanks, my friend. I can’t wait for you to see it in person, too ..read more

In reply to Megan. Hi, Megan. Yes, we are VERY fortunate to have Butch Griffin Restoration nearby! He is meticulous and fast and great to work with. As you know, our “new” windows definitely transformed the entire feel of this (and the dining) room—and, yes, the front of the house ..read more

Love the wall color! That and the new old windows make the room. After all is said and done, my friend, I think you found the perfect house to indulge your big furniture love. can’t wait to see in person ..read more

Beautiful! How lucky you are to have a talented local craftsman to build your windows! They add so much character back to the room and the exterior, too, I’m sure ..read more

Wow! It looks lovely ..read more

In reply to OBrien Kay. Look at you… Always wanting more! LOL A video tour would be fun, though, if I can figure out how. Will put it on the “to think about” list. Thanks for your tireless encouragement through the years as we’ve tackled this house. Don’t stop now! I hope your home projects are coming along well, too. Send pics ..read more

In reply to Rita C at Panoply. LOL Rita that room layout was added with you in mind! The ceilings are only 9.5 feet, but the large hunt cabinet has only a 1/2″ to spare. It’s a beautiful beast, but definitely perfect for the space. I’ve been so out of the loop on blog parties, so if you have any specific suggestions, send them my way. Hopefully I can get back in the groove. Thanks for your kind words and encouragement along the way ..read more

Oh my gosh, Susan! Unbelievable progress for that list you’ve tackled! I hope you put this on many blog parties to share. It’s amazing. You & your husband have such determination. I am so wholly impressed. Wonderful job. Those massive pieces of furniture in the entry were meant to be! Just how tall are those ceilings?! I love your wallpaper. Can’t wait to see the rest, and I appreciate the lay of the land. I spent about 3 or 4 minutes studying the before and after pictures before I got to yours with the map of the rooms, lol ..read more

Beautiful! Can’t imagine how many hours of labor this represents. Not to mention all the other rooms. You should be proud AND tired! Hope you will do a video tour when complete ..read more