Since New Orleans has so many historic homes, we’re blessed with an inordinate number of incredible salvage yards. One right around the corner from our house is called “The Bank” and no pun intended, we cashed in! The place is chock full of renovation ideas and unmatched craftmanship. To make the trip even more exciting, … Continue reading »
Monthly Archives: February 2012
Embarrassing
You know you’re renovating your home… …when you show up at work and find a measuring tape in your purse. Continue reading »
Thank You, Pottery Barn
I just spent a fortune, but PUMPED doesn’t even begin to describe how excited I am about the lighting fixtures for our living room. Drool… We’ll have a pair of these sconces on either side of the fireplace and built-ins: This fantastic flushmount will add some serious sparkle to the ceiling: Continue reading »
The Pre-Renovation Homestead
Without further ado, here is our new home! Exterior…you can’t see the 2nd story from this angle, but I promise it’s there: Looking through the front door into living room: Looking at dining room. Joey’s carrying boxes in the living room: Lot’s of hardwood in the kitchen. We’ll be painting these puppies white: Kitchen fireplace? … Continue reading »
Guilt-Free Tool Shopping? Not as Fun as Shoe Shopping
Here’s an interesting New York Times read about the best tools for a home handyman…or woman! Most will pay for themselves in just a use or two. Like Joey needs any more incentive to go shopping at Home Depot. Continue reading »
