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Archives for June 2013

Finalizing the kitchen!

28 Jun

I think it's time…fingers crossed but I think we're sending in our kitchen cabinet order today!  I think of all the people we've been working with for the house construction, our contact at Shenandoah Woodworks is my favorite.  Herbie has been amazingly patient and incredibly responsive to any and ... View Post

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Let there be light!! Pt. 2

25 Jun

As I said in my earlier post, the lights are all ordered and on their way.  Here's a line-up of what we've got planned for the new house:   1 Foyer - West Elm Capiz Chandelier 2 Craft Room/Office - Nuvo Lighting Margaux  3 Master Bathroom - Elk Lighting Elysburg Collection 4 ... View Post

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Let there be light!! Pt. 1

25 Jun

Whew, after a week of deliberating and second-guessing myself, the lights are all ordered and on their way!  My biggest problem was the foyer chandelier.  For months I've had my heart set on this gorgeous West Elm capiz chandelier: But I knew it was large and came in several large packages ... View Post

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And the door is in…drumroll, please…

22 Jun

I LOVE IT!  Seriously, I couldn't be any happier with the way it turned out! I've been anxiously awaiting my front door.  Like dreaming about it every night for the past few weeks…like trying to sketch it out (and boy do I suck at drawing!)…like endlessly googling and 'houzz'ing (is that a word?) ... View Post

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Mudroom Inspiration

21 Jun

Well, there's lots to share (and hopefully a few more blog posts this weekend); but first off, after a lot of experimentation, I think I've figured out how to create those spiffy inspiration or mood boards I see floating around on design boards.  So anyway, here goes: 1 Hand-forged hooks via ... View Post

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And it’s up!

5 Jun

We've got two floors, four walls, and all interior framing!  The roof comes tomorrow (weather pending) and stairs, windows, and doors arrive later this week!  I can't believe how fast it's moving now that we've finally gotten started.  It's hard to believe that just a few weeks ago I was getting ... View Post

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And it just keeps coming!

1 Jun

Steve and I were shocked to find the workers out and about today.  I guess they're not taking weekends off!  We now have exterior walls (I think?) and the start of the second floor!  Those two windows up there are for Steve's office and the bunny room!  Our builder mentioned on Facebook that they're ... View Post

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