Welcome back to week two of the One Room Challenge. As I write this, the stair treads are getting a makeover, so it seems like a good time to explain what went wrong the first time.
This month, four years ago, I had the paint sanded off the stair treads for the first time. The…
Well, well, well, here we are again. It's One Room Challenge time. First, let me point out the elephant in the room. Long-time readers may notice everything looks different around here! The look and function of BlakeHillHouse.com as been upgraded--I think. I say that tentatively because the process has been fraught with behind-the-scenes drama with…
This is not a drill. The guest bathroom is finally finished, but before I launch in with the full reveal, I want to offer a heartfelt thank you to Milton & King for gifting the gorgeous fabric for the sink skirt and curtain. Last spring, Milton & King sent the material to me when I…
Edited 12/30/22 - The Guest Bath is finally finished. So, please be sure to check out the update: The Guest Bath - The Real Reveal
I feel like a month has passed since last weekend. After returning from the live audience shows in the Hudson Valley, I quickly went to work on the guest bath…
The tile is almost done. I repeat: the tile is almost done! To say I am thrilled is an understatement. The tiler will be grouting today but caulking in the next few weeks--I'll explain why in a minute.
I purchased the wall tile well over a year ago and had no idea if I…
Finally, I have something to report. Week six is where you start to understand how I operate. I accomplish tiny tasks for five weeks and then rush to finish during the last three. Most of the time, this crush of work is self-induced. This time, I was waiting for tradespeople, but that is totally understandable.…