Let’s swim!
We were able to drain most of the water in the pool with the small electric pump we found in the shed. However… the last few inches, leaves and all, will need to be taken out by hand. We will hook up the wet/dry vac tomorrow to suck up the rest of the water. But...Cork floors are done!
They are beautiful!We applied two layers of water based varathane to the cork planks and the result was amazing. Just need to stay off of them for three days.Two things I learned:1. Read the label! Make sure that both cans are the same finish… I’m a...The ball is in!
And we are basking in it’s glow.Installed one of the ball lights from Marci and Austin (Sputnik Housewares) and couldn’t love it more. It greets visitors as they approach the entry, and the reflection in the celestory window is an added bonus.I’m now...Who needs a glass atrium?…
when plastic works just fine!1. Plastic is clear (like glass)2. Plastic is easy to install (like glass)3. Plastic is only $2.99 (NOT like glass)Seriously, we cleaned out the atrium and taped up plastic in preparation for the concrete guy. (Hope he shows up this week!)...THE PROJECT
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THE FLOORPLAN
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(the only thing we’ve changed is the basic layout of the kitchen)
WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE?!
Steve – Writes commercials, plays drums and tennis (often with vintage rackets), and digs MCM style.
Haley – Is an amazing graphic designer and lady-boss, is developing an obsession with travel, puts up with noisy band practices, and also digs MCM style.
Steve was born in SoCal, raised in NorCal and has lived in the Great Pacific Northwest for many many years. Haley was born and raised nearby in NE Portland.
Together they’re attempting the seemingly impossible; to bring this great house back to its MCM Grandeur and raise two nutty kids (who are now adults!) …and not drive each other crazy in the process!
Life is kooky, but always a fun adventure!
PLAN B… THE TRAILER
Just in case the whole home restoration thing doesn’t work out! We have a ’56 Airstream Safari that we’re restoring in our spare time. 🙂
Check out our trailer adventures HERE.