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Post by gypsymama on Dec 28, 2016 18:46:04 GMT
so we bought this 6000 sq foot behemoth! we are going to turn the diner/cafe thing into a pool room, family area kind of thing... my 2 adult sons will have an apt, my dh, 2 younger kids and i will have one, and my stepson will have the 3rd. it needs a lot lot lot of work! right now we are trying to get the plumbing re-hooked up, it was winterized... so we can have the water turned on this week. let me see if i can figure out how to post pics! |
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Post by gypsymama on Dec 28, 2016 18:47:01 GMT
ok the top one is outside the building, 2nd is the counter at the diner, 3rd is the one kitchen that still exists... will serve all of us until we can put the rest in
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Post by welshjenni on Dec 28, 2016 18:48:40 GMT
What an exciting project - I hope that you keep us updated with photos of your progress.
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Post by originalvanillabean on Dec 28, 2016 18:51:24 GMT
Best of luck on your project!!
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The Birdhouse Lady
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Post by The Birdhouse Lady on Dec 28, 2016 18:51:57 GMT
What a fun project! I hope it doesn't turn into a money pit!
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Post by gypsymama on Dec 28, 2016 18:52:41 GMT
first project, ripping up the carpeting in our living room... 2 layers plus some really gross old foam padding.... painted wood, definitely not "refinish" worthy but will be repainted soon Attachments:
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Post by scrapsotime on Dec 28, 2016 18:53:06 GMT
That's a heck of a project, but it should be awesome when you are done. I love those stools at the diner counter.
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Post by gypsymama on Dec 28, 2016 18:53:15 GMT
What a fun project! I hope it doesn't turn into a money pit! its definitely going to be a money pit but one bite at a time and we'll get it done! |
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Post by quiltz on Dec 28, 2016 19:02:18 GMT
I hope that you have a lot of patience to complete this project. It will take a few years to complete.
Be sure to get multiple quotes & choose quality over convenience; reputable subcontractors over lower priced.
You do get what you pay for.
Good luck.
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Post by gmcwife1 on Dec 28, 2016 19:02:59 GMT
WOW, how cool is that!!! Have fun with your family project! I too hope you share pictures along the way  |
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The Birdhouse Lady
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Post by The Birdhouse Lady on Dec 28, 2016 19:08:31 GMT
What a fun project! I hope it doesn't turn into a money pit! its definitely going to be a money pit but one bite at a time and we'll get it done!
I love how all your family will be together but not together. You know what I mean?!?!?
I would love to renovate something like that! Too many years of watching HGTV and the DIY Network!
Keep the pictures coming, I would love to see the progress!
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Post by cmpeter on Dec 28, 2016 19:08:48 GMT
How exciting!
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Post by ukfan on Dec 28, 2016 19:13:09 GMT
What a very cool idea! I too hope you continue to share progress. I'm tired for you just thinking about it |
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Post by mikklynn on Dec 28, 2016 19:19:16 GMT
I think that is awesome! I'll look forward to progress reports.
It's great that you are close, but have your own spaces.
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Post by freebird on Dec 28, 2016 19:20:31 GMT
sounds like an adventure. Have fun!
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Post by gypsymama on Dec 28, 2016 19:34:57 GMT
i'm tired just thinking about it too! keeping the pipes from freezing seems to be an endless task... and yes, all together but not TOGETHER!
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Post by River on Dec 28, 2016 19:38:48 GMT
I love it! That's a really beautiful building that will be filled with lots of family. LOVE IT!
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Post by georgiapea on Dec 28, 2016 20:07:33 GMT
I am so excited for you, and so happy over the great bargain you got! Love a good ending!
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Post by MizIndependent on Dec 28, 2016 20:12:03 GMT
Have you started a blog? That would be an amazing thing to see. |
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Post by melanell on Dec 28, 2016 20:17:38 GMT
That's awesome!
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Post by scrappert on Dec 28, 2016 20:22:46 GMT
Very exciting!!
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Post by kimpossible on Dec 28, 2016 20:35:28 GMT
I agree! You need a blog to chart the progress. What a fun project (and yes, a ton of work).
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Post by lesley on Dec 28, 2016 20:49:53 GMT
You've unleashed a monster by showing us photos! I foresee certain Peas will have an insatiable appetite for details - and I include myself in that.  |
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Post by gypsymama on Dec 28, 2016 20:50:29 GMT
Have you started a blog? That would be an amazing thing to see. no, but i should! |
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Post by mlana on Dec 28, 2016 21:19:00 GMT
Have you started a blog? That would be an amazing thing to see. no, but i should! Please do! Really! Marcy |
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Post by destined2bmom on Dec 28, 2016 21:24:52 GMT
Wow! That is an amazing building! I love all of the pictures and all I can say is more, more, more! This is going to be a wonderful journey that you are doing and I can't wait to follow it.
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Post by jayfab on Dec 28, 2016 21:26:08 GMT
Holy Toledo! So cool that you're saving an old building. I hope you do start a blog, it would be fun to see the progress.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Dec 28, 2016 21:27:17 GMT
I would love to see before and after pictures! I think this is an awesome project. I would love to do something like this.
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Post by MDscrapaholic on Dec 28, 2016 21:30:42 GMT
What a challenge! Good luck!
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Post by AussieMeg on Dec 28, 2016 21:31:11 GMT
You've unleashed a monster by showing us photos! I foresee certain Peas will have an insatiable appetite for details - and I include myself in that. Haha I agree! And we expect REGULAR updates, with photos, at least twice a month.  How very exciting (and a little bit scary). |
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