Water Intrusion Ends: Flashing, French Drain, Garden Removal
As strategic advisor I told Mr. Bachelor that garden had to be removed, because it probably causes water intrusion, but the home inspector disagreed with me.
18th Century Virginia Musings
Category: French Country Townhouse – Chesapeake Style
Digging up a Rock Garden that I Shared with my Neighbors
Finding a million and one rocks, pavers, and flagstone in my new garden area, I spent weeks laboriously digging them up, then employed my Nextdoor App.
Finally Conquering Decks, Patio, and Front Steps, Oh My!
Grab the $500 rebate code from my blog for Prince William Home Improvement, who addressed every problem we had to give us an amazing outdoor living space!
Rustic Beach Retreat for our Master Bathroom Renovation
Since the guest bathroom is French Country, I designed the master bathroom rustic beachy, to employ marble and Mid-century modern elements my husband likes.
Massive Cutting Table Workspace for my new Sewing Room
Easily fitting into my basement sewing room with dimensions at 58″ wide and 82″ long, this large table top enables me to cut large lengths of fabric.
Organizing and Wallpapering Furniture for a new Sewing Room
Wow! I love how the updated 18th century design transitions between the stark white of my sewing wall and the stark black of my library.
Renovated Marble Fireplace in my new Sewing Room
Of the three companies we interviewed, Bromwells in Falls Church, Virginia let us experience the amazing benefits of a gas insert fireplace in their showroom.
Writing our Book: How to NOT Do-It-Yourself Part I
Too many times our fixer upper renovation caused us to feel like we were in a Carey Grant movie, Mr. Blanding’s Dream House.
Beachy French Country-Styled Guest Bathroom Remodel
Arriving with my paint chip palette of a wonderful range of blues for inspiration, Larry guided me through the selections in his display room.
Chalk Painting a Notions Curio Cabinet for my Sewing Room
While waiting for Jolie chalk paint to dry on my IKEA PAX wardrobe makeover in the master suite, I decided to chalk paint my notions cabinet for my sewing room.
