A blog about the sometimes disastrous, sometimes fantastic, results of D.I.Y. furniture restoration, decorating, and interior design.
Sunday, 25 March 2018
Junking: Old Strathcona Antique Mall
Yesterday was my first junking day in Edmonton. Having said that, I gave myself a strict 'no buy' policy as we are still unpacking boxes in our new house. But I couldn't help but take some photos of some of my favorite stuff.
Tuesday, 20 March 2018
DIY: Toilet Wax and Stop
Like, my husband and I are, like, totally adults and stuff.
I know this because we, like, totally did some toilet DIY like a boss! Bosses? Whatever. Shut up grammar nazis... go be mean somewhere else. 😆
Our basement toilet has been leaking; a fact we knew since our home inspection.
Of course this is a simple (so to speak) fix of changing of the wax seal.
HOWEVER...
While looking at removing the toilet, we realized that there wasn't a shut off valve at the toilet. This is very strange.
So, we had to shut off the main valve and install a valve. Then, we turned on all other basement faucets to relieve the water pressure before beginning.
I know this because we, like, totally did some toilet DIY like a boss! Bosses? Whatever. Shut up grammar nazis... go be mean somewhere else. 😆
Our basement toilet has been leaking; a fact we knew since our home inspection.
Of course this is a simple (so to speak) fix of changing of the wax seal.
HOWEVER...
While looking at removing the toilet, we realized that there wasn't a shut off valve at the toilet. This is very strange.
So, we had to shut off the main valve and install a valve. Then, we turned on all other basement faucets to relieve the water pressure before beginning.
Tuesday, 13 March 2018
New House: Uncovering History
My absolute favorite thing about a new house is discovering its story... its history.
Under the melting snow is the story of 4 children who grew up here.
I think the date says 13/03/78.
What fun you must have had here, baby Kevin, Caye, Toddy and Chad!
How adorable.
Under the melting snow is the story of 4 children who grew up here.
I think the date says 13/03/78.
What fun you must have had here, baby Kevin, Caye, Toddy and Chad!
How adorable.
Monday, 12 March 2018
DIY Caulk: Basement Shower
The downside of living in a time capsule is that the bathroom tile has not been renovated, like ever.
And it is NOT pretty.
BUT, before we can do anything about that, we need to ensure that there is another showering option for when we rip the tile out.
Cue the basement shower room.
It is okay, but again, I think the flooring has been there since the 1970s, but it does have a serviceable shower that is new-ish.
And it is NOT pretty.
BUT, before we can do anything about that, we need to ensure that there is another showering option for when we rip the tile out.
Cue the basement shower room.
It is okay, but again, I think the flooring has been there since the 1970s, but it does have a serviceable shower that is new-ish.
Friday, 9 March 2018
Monday, 5 March 2018
Guest Bedroom Makeover: Dank to Dreamy
My strategy for decorating this house is to start with the worst first!
Considering that we are going to have guests in Chez Wheele in about 20 days, the basement guest room became priority.
Here is a reminder of what it looked like before. Oooh, sexy crushed red velvet... Barf.
And this is what it looks like after!
Considering that we are going to have guests in Chez Wheele in about 20 days, the basement guest room became priority.
Here is a reminder of what it looked like before. Oooh, sexy crushed red velvet... Barf.
And this is what it looks like after!
Thursday, 1 March 2018
New House: 1966 Time Capsule
We absolutely loved our last home, which was a big brick Victorian farmhouse built in 1874. It was stunning, and it was where this blog was born.
Our new adventure begins with a move to the other side of the country and a new and vastly different type of home. We bought a 1966 time capsule. We love the vibe and many of the original features, but there are definitely many upgrades that need to be done.
Our new adventure begins with a move to the other side of the country and a new and vastly different type of home. We bought a 1966 time capsule. We love the vibe and many of the original features, but there are definitely many upgrades that need to be done.
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