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Video: New Weekly Wrap-up Series

Living & Decor, One Room Challenge, VideoOctober 6, 202083Views 0Likes 2Comments

Lately, I have been itching to offer a more casual look into my day-to-day DIY life at Blake Hill House. While I realize that not everyone is into watching videos, this format works really well for the on-the-go lifestyle that I have unintentionally created for myself. Today's episode begins with a confession. After over…

Midsummer Updates

Living & Decor, Podcast, Respectful Renovation, Window RestorationJuly 15, 2020281Views 0Likes 14Comments

So far, 2020 has turned out nothing like I expected. Early in the year, I planned the #yearofthewindow, began daydreaming about Season Four of True Tales From Old Houses, considered training for another marathon, and looked forward to a trip to Sweden in August. I also had window work planned in the Hudson River Valley,…

Sealing the Stair Treads with LOBA Impact Oil

Refinishing Hardwood Floors, Respectful Renovation, VideoApril 22, 2020823Views 0Likes 10Comments

Progress progress! In case you missed it, I am in the beginning stages of an enormous staircase restoration project. This week, I sealed the stair treads with LOBA Impact Oil, also known as LOBA 2K Impact Oil. Who can forget 2019? That was the year we all traveled to the grocery store with wild…

Staircase Restoration: The Beginning

Maintenance, Refinishing Hardwood Floors, Respectful RenovationApril 1, 2020703Views 0Likes 10Comments

I'm warning you from the get-go that this post is word and picture-heavy. Big projects require thorough explanations. The staircase restoration is part of the more extensive foyer overhaul. Included in the entire project is the front door, refinishing the floors, painting all of the woodwork, and the staircase. The good news is that…

Projects on Tap for 2020

Living & Decor, Maintenance, One Room Challenge, Respectful RenovationJanuary 8, 2020146Views 0Likes 10Comments

With the launch of Season 3 of True Tales From Old Houses and coordinating the newsletter for The Year of the Window, everything around here has been a little chaotic during week one of 2020. Informally, Andy and I have been thinking about the BHH budget this year. Thankfully, the house does not need anything…

Cabin Vibes Bedroom Budget Breakdown

Living & Decor, One Room ChallengeNovember 11, 2019167Views 0Likes 4Comments

Thank you for all of the positive feedback on the Cabin Vibes Bedroom reveal. It always feels so good to read the comments after a long six weeks. Now that the challenge is over, I thought I would offer a quick budget breakdown. It used to be so embarrassing to talk about money on the…