Due to the early success of our potted herbs, Alex and I have been excited by the challenge of using up our new bounty. Last weeks tomato and chive quinoa was a huge hit, so this week were turning ou...
Last week we told the story of how our back gate was transformed from a horrible and rotting Greek inspired door... ...To an attractive and custom arched top gate with antique cast iron grated window...
Over the past several years I often find myself in conversations where the question of "What tools do you reccomend I buy first?" is asked by a new homeowner thats looking to get started on a...
For those of you in the U.S., wed like to wish you all a very happy Memorial Day weekend. Here in America, the Memorial Day holiday is celebrated the last Monday in May, and is a day devoted to remem...
Wendy and I do a lot of Open Housing that focuses on a particular "quadrant" of Old Town, but this week we ventured outside of our usual Sunday stomping grounds. For those not familiar, Old T...
Weve been talking a lot about our backyard and garden area lately, and were quite happy with how its coming together this year. It may not be the complete overhaul that we have planned several years ...
In our new section called "Ask Old Town Home" you have the opportunity to ask and have your questions answered to the best of our ability. Todays topic comes courtesy of Jen from Harrisonburg...
Despite having self proclaimed "black thumbs," I have to say were elated at the growth of our potted herb garden. In just the few short weeks since we completed our planting, our wide variety...
How many injuries does it take to plant a small area in your backyard? If you live here at Old Town Home, the answer is three. Yeah, seriously. Three. If you thought we were kidding when we say ...
Last weekend Wendy and I stumbled on a real treat. While walking with Lulu on Saturday morning, hitting up our usual stops (the pier and farmers market), we saw a sign stuck into the ground on a corn...
Weve been doing quite a bit of HVAC work of late as we get ready for the heat of summer and the various items necessary for the master bathroom renovation. From demolition of horrendously installed d...
Its no secret. Im in love with the Napa Valley. In fact, Im sure many of you are sick and tired of us talking about how great it is, how I cant imagine a better way to spend a birthday than with...
Were going to make a slight change this week and move our regular "Toolbox Tuesday" to "Toolbox Thursday." Why? Because were excited about our latest blog feature that we announced ju...
Our sun porch, a modestly sized room on the back of our house, has seen a lot of change since we moved into our home nine years ago. Upon our arrival the room boasted hideous tile floors, was th...
We all love the drama of the big reveal. Its the light at the end of the tunnel, the fruits of your hours, days, weeks, and months of labor, and the goal youve been striving for since the idea of you...
Two weeks ago Wendy and I participated in our (nervously anticipated) DIY Q&A workshop at Red Barn Mercantile. We had a wonderful time and are so happy that Red Barns owner, Amy, invited us to pa...
In my three decades of enjoying various sweet foods, there are few desserts that Ive experienced that will make me claim that theyve "changed my life." Cookie dough, buckeyes, gelato, Aunt Ju...
Todays "tool" has been somewhat critical in the success of this years gardening, planting, and entertaining endeavors. No, Im not talking about an axe, shovel, or some other sort of gardening...
One of the things I love most about the town in which we live is the large number of interesting and historic homes and architecture. Alex and I spend countless hours touring open houses, walking the...
Wednesday was a day to celebrate. Why? Because Wednesday was Wendys birthday, thats why! Well, actually, I dont know If your house is like our house, but this week is actually Wendys birthday week, a...
***This Reader Reward is no longer accepting entries – See the winner below.*** Were very happy to announce the winner of our Reader Reward for a $100 Mothers Day gift card to The Home Depot. C...
Bing bong. Thats the sound of the doorbell as you stand awkwardly on someones doorstep waiting for them to invite you into their home and join the party. If youre a bit introverted like me, the awkwa...
Though weve devoted many Toolbox Tuesdays talking about very cool and "sexy" heavy duty tools such as saws and nail guns, it is important to remember the critical role the smaller and more ge...
Here at Old Town Home, one of our members is particularly well known for wanting to rush success and put the proverbial "cart before the horse." This sometimes results in more effort or angst...
Alex and I will be the first to admit that our DIY skills are lacking when it comes to gardening. Plastering, plumbing, electrical, and woodworking dont scare us, but ask us to make selections in the...
If youre a fan of This Old House like I am, youve undoubtedly seen the recent focus on the new EPA guidelines and restrictions when it comes to hazardous materials handling by contractors. From lead ...
I can barely type this post because my fingers and arms are blistered and sore. And Im writing this because Im in better shape between the two of us. No joke, it was one heck of a weekend working on ...
Although I didnt grow up in the middle of wilderness or on a farm in the country, I certainly didnt grow up in the city. My parents home was on nearly 1.5 acres, and about .5 of those acres were heav...
Well, we did it! One year, 52 weeks, 366 days (it was a leap year), and 308 individual blog posts. Thats right, as of April 22, the attempt at a blog we call Old Town Home has been up and running for...
Do you have a collection or decor item that you really enjoy but your spouse dislikes/despises? I think a lot of people can answer a resounding "YES" to that question. Perhaps its a comfy cha...
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