Hello There

Yes, I know its been awhile. And no, there has been no progress on the drywall. We have had so many things going on that I don’t think there will be anything of substance done until September. I do have a few small things to share.

First up, if you remember I talked about shoe storage contraption. Well, this is what I planned to do — and unfortunately it didn’t work out.… Read the rest

Pick, pick, picking away

Peeling paint is sort of like blisters, there is an irresistible urge to pick at it. This is what happens when you give in:

I guess one of the previous VIB occupants, at some point in the house’s 100 year history, was into gold. I suppose the current state of pocket door trim will encourage us to take care of these sooner rather than later. I am not quite sure who to call about restoration of pocket doors though.… Read the rest