Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Promised Pics

I know I promised photos, but I didn't want to frighten any of you. I was waiting to get some nice glamor shots of the old lady, but I think she really needs a face lift first (or perhaps major reconstructive surgery, as you'll soon see)! I love all the little details, though, like the built-in twist ringer on the door and the skeleton keys (that have survived 85+ years of misplacement and are still hanging on a little hook in the kitchen ;-).

The Good
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(Okay, I had to photoshop her portrait just a little to smooth over some blemishes)
Good bones, deep porch, large lot, many windows
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Three fireplaces..........French doors
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Built in china cabinet..........Fabulous original kitchen

The Bad
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Dirty, dated bathroom..........Odd paint choices

The Ugly
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Horrible laundry room..........Water damage (and clutter!)

The Potential
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Great future foyer focal point..........Gardening galore
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Future master suite!..........Jeff's Man Cave
(oh, the possibilities)
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4 comments:

  1. Melinda BrownMarch 3, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    You're right; she's easy to fall in love with, despite her workable blemishes. What a great opportunity! Thanks for sharing...looking forward to see your progress.

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  2. AdarMarch 3, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    There is some great potential. It may look daunting to most of us, but for the two of you, I know you'll make it beautiful.

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  3. RoyaljagMarch 3, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Ditto....oh the possibilities!!!

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  4. SarahMarch 3, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Thanks guys! I knew my fellow frugal friends would see the potential. It's been heartening to hear some of the workmen from whom I've gotten estimates says what a showplace it could be once fixed up (and equally discouraging to have a few ask if the place is condemned or if I've bitten off more than I can chew)!

    Jeff gave a message on tohu and bohu shortly after we bought our first old house, and it was a great analogy. I love taking an abandoned and abused item back to its former glory, back to the way the creator intended it to be. Jeff and I think of it as good practice!

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