We've been planning some major improvements to our house and have been talking to various contractors about what we need done. We found a lovely painter who started work yesterday. Our neighbor had used him and the job he and his employees did for them was outstanding. Our neighbor also did all the work of checking references, so we didn't have to. And we could see with our own eyes the quality of the work, so we decided to go with him.
Before they can actually start painting, there is quite a bit of dry rot to be dealt with and lots of other prep work. I think the prep will take longer than the painting itself.
The other thing we need done is to have our roof replaced. While we are at it, we plan to get solar as well.
And wouldn't you know, the roofing company called and said they'd like to start work right away. Obviously we can't have two major jobs being done simultaneously so we are hoping we can stagger the work. The last thing I want is for the roofers to start tossing things off the roof and wrecking the brand new paint job.
*(Note: these photos are not of our actual house).
We are hoping the painters can do all the dry rot repair and prep work, then the roofers can come do their thing, then the painters can come back and actually paint the house.
I can just feel the money flowing out of my bank account…
So once again, no sewing is happening. I've been running around in circles between talking to workmen and trying to keep Archie from going out of his mind with all these strange men coming and going.
What I do want to be working on is the Woven Hearts Sew Along, which just started up. It is a paper piecing project and the blocks are so darn cute. I have the Kitty Christmas Jolly Bar to make blocks for a table runner, which should be adorable.
This photo is from the Fat Quarter Shop blog, showing the fabrics they are using for their version of the quilt.
21 responses to “Everything is Happening At Once”
Love the woven hearts project! I bought the 4″ paper pad and I’m thinking about it… It will be nice to have the house all fixed up and ready for the next few years.
Love the woven hearts project! I bought the 4″ paper pad and I’m thinking about it… It will be nice to have the house all fixed up and ready for the next few years.
Love the woven hearts project! I bought the 4″ paper pad and I’m thinking about it… It will be nice to have the house all fixed up and ready for the next few years.
I’m doing the Woven Hearts Sew along also! Unfortunately I have 5 projects in the works and a quilt on the long arm for over a week! I’m making progress, though. You’ll be glad when all the work is done. When we replaced windows we had to take our Wheaten Terrier to be boarded.
I’m doing the Woven Hearts Sew along also! Unfortunately I have 5 projects in the works and a quilt on the long arm for over a week! I’m making progress, though. You’ll be glad when all the work is done. When we replaced windows we had to take our Wheaten Terrier to be boarded.
I’m doing the Woven Hearts Sew along also! Unfortunately I have 5 projects in the works and a quilt on the long arm for over a week! I’m making progress, though. You’ll be glad when all the work is done. When we replaced windows we had to take our Wheaten Terrier to be boarded.
We are doing renovations to our home as well. The laundry room is being redone to make use of some wasted space and we are replacing all the windows and doors in the house. I think they might be original since 1978. Our 18-1/2 y/o cat has been quarantined to the kitchen and living room. I still want to do the Woven Hearts but that project is going to have to wait.
We are doing renovations to our home as well. The laundry room is being redone to make use of some wasted space and we are replacing all the windows and doors in the house. I think they might be original since 1978. Our 18-1/2 y/o cat has been quarantined to the kitchen and living room. I still want to do the Woven Hearts but that project is going to have to wait.
We are doing renovations to our home as well. The laundry room is being redone to make use of some wasted space and we are replacing all the windows and doors in the house. I think they might be original since 1978. Our 18-1/2 y/o cat has been quarantined to the kitchen and living room. I still want to do the Woven Hearts but that project is going to have to wait.
I feel your pain deep in my bones. ;p
I feel your pain deep in my bones. ;p
I feel your pain deep in my bones. ;p
Being the general contractor during home renovations is always a lot of work! Last year, we had added stone facade to our house, replaced the windows, replaced the gutters, added shutters, painted the outside, and had the algae removed from our roof (it’s wet here on the East Coast!). It was loads of work for me to coordinate the work, but the finished product is fantastic. It’s extra satisfying to come home now! Best wishes with keeping Archie calm (or calm enough?). One of our dogs feels stressed with workers around too.
Being the general contractor during home renovations is always a lot of work! Last year, we had added stone facade to our house, replaced the windows, replaced the gutters, added shutters, painted the outside, and had the algae removed from our roof (it’s wet here on the East Coast!). It was loads of work for me to coordinate the work, but the finished product is fantastic. It’s extra satisfying to come home now! Best wishes with keeping Archie calm (or calm enough?). One of our dogs feels stressed with workers around too.
Being the general contractor during home renovations is always a lot of work! Last year, we had added stone facade to our house, replaced the windows, replaced the gutters, added shutters, painted the outside, and had the algae removed from our roof (it’s wet here on the East Coast!). It was loads of work for me to coordinate the work, but the finished product is fantastic. It’s extra satisfying to come home now! Best wishes with keeping Archie calm (or calm enough?). One of our dogs feels stressed with workers around too.
Home renovations-repair…necessary evil. Love woven hearts, it’s going to be beautiful, just like your house. 😊
Home renovations-repair…necessary evil. Love woven hearts, it’s going to be beautiful, just like your house. 😊
Home renovations-repair…necessary evil. Love woven hearts, it’s going to be beautiful, just like your house. 😊
Home improvements take lots of patience for both the humans & the pets! The Woven Hearts are so cute! And, I love the sherbet colors!
Home improvements take lots of patience for both the humans & the pets! The Woven Hearts are so cute! And, I love the sherbet colors!
Home improvements take lots of patience for both the humans & the pets! The Woven Hearts are so cute! And, I love the sherbet colors!