I live in an old somewhat of a bungalow style house.
It had been “updated” over the years (read in poorly remodeled” before we bought it.
I have been working on it for years fixing past “updates”
We enjoy the Arts & Crafts style and are trying to finish the house to the degree.
I redid the living room years ago and it has served us well.
Now it is time to start adding the details we desire.
Where we were…...............
I started off with a stack of rough sawn oak and a plan (also a new Powermatic jointer)
Started off by making all new trim for around the window
New craftsman color scheme and trim for the doors
8 comments so far
Scott Bryan
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posted 661 days ago
That is one nice stash of wood you have (or had) there. I really enjoy arts and crafts furniture and your trim work is right on target. I am guessing that you used the remodel as an excuse to get the new Powermatic. I have used the same technique with my wife. So far as long as I “need” a tool to do a job she wants done she has allowed me to get it. This is a win-win situation. She gets her remodeling done and I get a new tool to play with.
Now that you have done the living room what’s next- kitchen, bedroom, bathroom?
Thanks for sharing.
-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking. Woodworking is not just a hobby, it is an (expletive deleted) expensive hobby.
Greg Salata
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posted 661 days ago
Actually have plans for all of the listed rooms….............
Stay tuned in…....................not done in the living room yet.
Patrick Jaromin
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posted 661 days ago
Looking good…I’ll be watching for the updates. Thanks for sharing!
-- Patrick, Chicago, IL http://www.TenonAndSpline.com/blog
MsDebbieP
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posted 661 days ago
a lovely change! really highlights the window area. Lovely
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Grant Davis
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posted 660 days ago
The transformation looks great. Keep up the good work.
-- Grant...."GO BUCKEYES"
Mario
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posted 660 days ago
Nice work. You never know what you will find when unqualified people work on thier own homes thinking they are really increasing the value of the house. It is only when it is done right like you are doing now that you it pays off. Good luck and keep going.
-- Hope Never fails
GaryK
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posted 660 days ago
That’s one nice little stack of wood you got there. Good looking project.
-- Gary, East TX -- The longest journey begins with a single step.
Beginningwoodworker
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posted 51 days ago
This is going to be a great blog.
-- CJIII Future cabinetmaker