Italian Fountain Project is Complete!
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Italian Fountain Project is Complete!

ByMary Crozier

Our Italian stone fountain, which is located in our front yard, was beginning to show signs of deterioration. The iron spouts had completely rusted and the stone was covered with crusty lime that was leeching from the stone. You may recall, this project is on my New Year’s list of home maintenance needing attention (see…

What Paint and (a lot) of Elbow Grease Will Do
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What Paint and (a lot) of Elbow Grease Will Do

ByMary Crozier

I know you love Before and After pictures. This blog post is about a neglected foyer that transforms to a gorgeous stately entry, using paint and a lot of elbow grease. Let’s look at the grand exterior of this 1920s historical house I restored/remodeled. This beautiful home is now owned by a wonderful young family….

The Restoration Chronicles~~Chapter 2
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The Restoration Chronicles~~Chapter 2

ByMary Crozier

Welcome to Chapter 2 of the restoration journey of our 110 year old historic home. A few weeks ago, I shared Chapter 1 of The Restoration Chronicles which focuses on the front of the main house. Well, let me take you around to the back of the house, because the renovation/restoration work here is so…

The Fireplaces at Bella Terra
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The Fireplaces at Bella Terra

ByMary Crozier

With our recent chilly weather, we are getting good use out of the multiple fireplaces at our 1910 home. Fireplaces in the mid to later 19th century were a way to heat houses. Many of the original fireplaces were restored and upgraded during the renovation. There is a total of 5 indoors~~ in the breakfast…

Ringing in the New Year!
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Ringing in the New Year!

ByMary Crozier

Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that’s the stuff life is made of.  ~~Benjamin Franklin Holiday decorations started coming down yesterday. It is tradition to leave them up until the Epiphany (January 6th). Technically, my “new” year starts this week. It feels good to get back into a schedule! Here are my top priorities for 2020! Being more organized and efficient. Perhaps my most productive time in life was…