A Peek at the Bare Bones of Cousin Mel's New Apartment/Farmhouse or Prim?

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Well, Cousin Mel is a renter and she had to move on from that farmhouse we all knew and loved! She's moving into a darling upstairs apartment in an old house but she does have to downsize. Let's see where Cousin Mel is now. We'll talk about decorating ideas and what's to come....
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[@yarlettegebarowski5995]

Oh my gosh. Mel didn’t waste any time putting her stamp on her new place. It looks so cute how she removed the doors and styled the shelves. Great job Cousin Mel. You will have all the rooms looking beautiful. Thanks Anne for letting us see Mel ‘s new home.

[@leadepp4047]

So happy about Mel has a new place. Mel will have it looking absolutely beautiful in no time.

[@yolandamarshall872]

Mel will make her new apartment a dream! She is so good at decorating her home! TFS

[@lisalowe7679]

You could literally decorate your entire house inside and out for Fall with all your stuff. That’s a positive. I know you will make it great.

[@gloriastola1522]

Can’t wait to see what cousin Mel does with her new place. I know she won’t disappoint. I love all her decor!!

[@jodyfleming3805]

Let Mel know how adorable the new place is! Paint color is perfect & I can’t wait to see what she does!

[@irenetovar7756]

Wow, she works fast. Live the open shelving. I can hardly wait to see the rest of her completed apartment.

[@susanpascucci1592]

Thank you Cousin Mel for sharing your new home.

[@dinahsoar6982]

Could Mel put her coffee bar in the dining room? That porch is cute, tiny but cozy and I love the chairs she has on it.... Her place is going to look great! Can't wait to see it decorated.

[@memueller1505]

Oh Cousin Mel! I think you are turning lemons into lemonade! So anxious to see how you fix your cozy new home. Just know it will be perfect! Blessings to you!

[@sueepling7280]

Awe Mel, you are a special lady ❤️ You confirmed that a house is just a house, until you make it a home. Both places were just brick and mortar until you added all your decor and made it cozy. I can't wait to see the final product, oh wait, there's no such thing with decorating!! Good health and much happiness to you

[@DeannaMoyers]

She is going to make this apartment so cute and cozy I just know it. She will no doubt be an inspiration to others who have to work with small spaces. She has a beautiful attitude ❤️

[@roseshoop6093]

Moving can be so overwhelming. Dear Mel, breathe deeply and take it one day at a time and before you know it, it will feel like home! Tfs, Anne! 🤗

[@ginamaria2579]

Sending cousin Mel love and prayers 🙏☺️

[@amberteitsworthhummel7407]

I know it must be so hard for Mel to decide what to keep and what to get rid of. But I know this new place will be just as lovely as ever and she will make it homey and sweet. I love the old wood! I'm so happy that she left it as is! I look forward to future tours!

[@tammyaswell4562]

Oh my, that is such a cute space even if it is smaller. I love the wood trim, doors and floors. You just don’t see that much any more. I can’t wait to see how Mel makes it her own. I know it will be so cute! ❤️

[@dorismatthews4416]

Can't wait to see your new place all decorated for Fall, Mel! It's going be wonderful I'm sure! Thanks for letting us peak in on you! Thanks, Anne! Keep on keepin' on!

[@tmt3253]

That wooden door is to die for....wood around windows so nice...those doors so gorgeous

[@luciapheland1589]

Thank you Anne , for taking us along to see Mel’s new place. 😱I love it ! it’s adorable, no doubt in my mind Mel ,is going to enjoy decorating her new cozy place. Can’t wait to see it decorated .I’m sure is going to be as beautiful as her old place🤗blessings your way🙏🏼

[@janbusby6562]

What a cute place! I love, love, love all the beautiful old woodwork & hardwood floors!!! Great idea taking off the cabinet doors - it looks fantastic and opens up the space. I can’t wait to see how Cousin Mel transforms this “house” into a “home”❤️

[@marthameadows9013]

Mel's comment " an old house can be a nightmare or a dream " is so true. Mel will work her magic and make this a dream. She's already started. I've been living physically attached to my church so Mel will be fine living a stone's throw from her church.

[@bridgetmcgrath3964]

Can't wait see how you style Mel

[@whitneyjones3957]

I can’t wait to see what Mel does with this adorable space. Love the trim and doors!

[@kathleenroberts7972]

Those wood floors and windows are gorgous! Mel will make it a dream.i cannot wait to see it done.

[@gwenruggeri9151]

Cousin Mel just love your new home! It is so adorable and filled with so much character! A new chapter in your life is starting. A time of new beginnings. Starting off with a clean slate Mel will challenge your wonderful decorating talents and bring this adorable apartment to its cozy and welcoming heights! What fun! Wishing you happiness and many, many blessings in your new home! Thank you Anne for taking us to see Cousin Mel's new home!

[@theoletincottage1187]

I love Mel's new place. All the wood trim and doors are absolutely beautiful. Can't wait to see it all decorated!

[@dault5320]

Mel, I have no doubt that your new home will look fantastic with your knack for decorating. I am looking forward to seeing it with your fall decor!

[@monicag3701]

Best wishes cousin Mel....you are awesome

[@beverlyhughes552]

Mel’s new apartment seems quite roomy. I love the floors and the wood trim thru out, especially the doors and original door knobs. Hope Mel will be happy in her new home.😊❤️

[@markw6509]

Love all of that wood trim and the floors

[@terrielee8622]

Mel’s new home is adorable…I love it and can’t wait to see how she decorates it!! Great video Anne!♥️

[@dianabird2826]

Mel , you are already working your magic on your new place😍. Many blessings on your new adventure.

[@amyjohnston3974]

I LOVE the new place!! The wood and the floors are amazing, and Mel will make it even more Amazing!!

[@lindah.1104]

Cousin Mel, watch some of the KZbin videos giving tours of NYC studio apartments. They will make you feel your new place is HUGE!

[@melindamoore9449]

Hugs Mel! Home is where your heart is. ❤️

[@susandemarest1676]

Mel, your new home is wonderful. I know you will be happy there once you have surrounded yourself with all the things you love. The kitchen cabinet area looks great with the doors off it looks more you!!! Can't wait to see you transform your new place into "Mel's Place"!!!!

[@donnabailey929]

Your new place is beautiful. I can’t wait to see how you decorate it. It’s so cozy!!

[@lianeabeyta4515]

I love this cozy little space. The wood trim on the windows and doors is amazing. I was envisioning a small accordion rack above where she had her coffee station with a hanging basket for coffee pods and pegs for the mugs... but by the end she had taken off the doors and rearranged the whole thing!

[@donnawall6922]

MEL, YOU WILL HAVE THIS APARTMENT DECORATED LIKE A DOLLHOUSE IN NO TIME AT ALL....I PREDICT YOU WILL LOVE IT AS MUCH AS YOUR LAST HOME...IT HAS "GREAT BONES" AND YOU ARE A MAGICIAN !! SEE, I LOVE THE OPEN SHELVES....THANKS FOR SHARING

[@geninecook8390]

Loving the hardwood

[@vickystock2282]

I can’t wait to see it all done Mel!! you can come help me get mine house with your special touch decorating!

[@estelleadamski308]

Mel never did show us her kitchen pantry, she was right there and moved away!

[@susantaft6873]

Mel - you are so creative - this is just a good reason to let your ideas flow and please know we are on this journey with you (through Anne). Remember you can put shelves over the tops of the doorframes in the kitchen too! That would give you decor room. Change is hard but we are praying for you!! You can do this!!! :)

[@sharonbrewer1325]

I feel so bad for her having to leave her ‘forever farmhouse ‘ ! She has such a great outlook and love how she said God has other plans for her ! Yes he does and they will be great because she trusts 🙏

[@jeane561]

I know it will be awesome after you put your touch everywhere Mel. I love the old woodwork and it’s nice and light❤️❤️❤️

[@barbaradzitko1826]

Good luck to cousin Mel.

[@tmt3253]

I'm glad you got that little porch....great place for coffee,,and meal

[@maricegreen4473]

Good luckMel, I know it’s going to be beautiful. 💕

[@sherylcarruth1332]

Kitchen cabinets look great. I’m so glad you got to use your mugs. You are going to have that place looking the way you want it in no time. TFS

[@francescastruita694]

Can’t wait to see how it all comes together. I know it will be so beautiful and cozy!

[@lisalowe7679]

YES, I took my doors off as well to show my pretty dishes. I also added shelves above my windows. That helped a lot. I came wait to see what all you do. It’s just a challenge but you have good taste and great decor. So that’s a plus.

[@michelletaparausky2620]

Mel you look terrific!! I wish you the best!!

[@janetduncan3243]

This makes me so sad. So much smaller than before, but she's got the right attitude and will make it look as special as the last one! I never knew her last one was a rental, it was a home!! Best wishes!!

[@Glitterhead]

Two lovely ladies with beautiful homes. Very talented. Looking forward to cousin Mel's fabulous decorating. I'm in a Florida condo with a small kitchen. Can't wait for ideas. 😍😍😍

[@peterwhite9261]

That is a beautiful apartment. Mel is going to make it so cozy and warm. The wood is beautiful. Congrats on your new place Mel. Wishing you many years of joy there.

[@janezempel248]

Such a cute place. And the wooden doors and door trim are so pretty.

[@barbarasimmons7637]

I really wish Me l the best!! She is already making her new place her home!!

[@tomgeary5110]

Mel you are already starting to.make it your own. I am sure it will be a little primitive heaven when you are finished.

[@dinahsoar6982]

OH MY Word...thought the vid was finished and posted my comment and then you said she had sent you pics...love what she's done in the kitchen...perfect..she is an inspiration.

[@charlottehetherington8720]

Can't wait to see how she fixes it up she is such a good decorator

[@leisapullar3312]

Remember cousin Mel you can always stack it, it's a lovely place love the floor boards and the window frames are gorgeous.So excited to see how you decorate.Open shelves great idea Anne will look more open. No doubt cousin Mel's will be warm and cosy in no time sending hugs ❤🐦🐝 thank you for the great video Anne ❤😊🐞

[@debbieriddle9429]

Mel, God put your right where He wants you. This new home is going to be Beautiful. So much potential. It is So Cozy! We don't know His plans...but He does, and He doesn't make mistakes. I can't wait to see it with your twist on it. Welcome Home Mel. God Bless you.

[@charlottemacdiarmid309]

Thank you for sharing your home in the "before" stage. I know you're going to make it look like a cozy, prim, home sweet home. Sorry you had to move from your other place, but am hoping and praying that this will be your forever home......UNLESS........you decide to move somewhere else later on. Looking forward to all of you ideas and decor placement . I love your little porch. Sooo cute.

[@RoseCottageColleen]

Mel will have that place looking like she's always lived there in no time. We love Mel.

[@suewilson163]

Love Mel. Love her place. It’s going to be wonderful. Mels a total sweetheart.

[@janetsides901]

The rain has been avoiding our little town of Mastersonville,PA. My garden did not produce as much as it usually does. Lovely home,Mel.

[@juliefahrne9094]

My heart goes out to Mel, moving is so hard. This new place will look just as cozy and warm as the other. Thanks Ann and Mel for the tour. Can't wait for the next, so happy the Smegs have found a new home. I LOVE mine.

[@shirlyseewai3677]

Ann it was good to see cousin Mel but what happen to her Lovely home ? Why did she move ?I loved her home so much.

[@dianesmith5809]

Happiness in your new home.

[@charlenedelise4933]

Mel love your new place! It is real homey looking! I know you will fix it up to fit your likes and your own taste. In the end you will be in the right place! Bigger isn’t always the best. Blessings to you in your new place!🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

[@deettarichardson3682]

I love your new place. And removing the cabinet doors does make it look bigger.I am excited for you, can't wait to see what you do in each room I know it will look great.

[@sheilalovesgreg3489]

Kinda heartbreaking for Mel but she’ll have this place looking great in no time! Good luck Mel & God Bless you

[@cynthiamont1986]

Love your home Mel it’s so cute and so much character love the wood trim I think prim decor is a must that would work with the character of the home very nice I know you can make it very prim looking and nothing wrong with throwing a bit of farmhouse i. The mix in the kitchen love you Mel and Anne

[@tmt3253]

I love the low windowsill in tv room.. A little child's chair,,and a little kitty...lol....that closet could have great small tote storage....I can't wait to see what you do with place....I really love love windows and doors....nice patina

[@lisalowe7679]

You could even add an old cabinet with glass doors over the potty. I did that to hold more of my goodies. I scaled down too. It’s a challenge but it can be done.

[@karenhanley3433]

Your new place is very pretty and cozy ! It has character! You are going to make it look gorgeous ❤️😊

[@hermalisa]

Thank you Anne ....I love Mel's new place. I'm sure she'll make it all cozy and comfy.

[@lisalowe7679]

No, I love love the wood. It’s a wonderful old house, just fill it up !!! Remember you can do shelving and maybe even shelving above the windows. I hate for you to get rid of too much. You have such beautiful stuff. Oh I love apple pumpkin. Smart idea Mel!

[@lisalowe7679]

Darling bath. Love the beadboard

[@judylachance5562]

Mel will have this place looking perfectly "Melish" in no time! I think she"ll be happier without the wallpaper competing with her decor.

[@dreamagood8321]

Mel will have that place fixed up so pretty ! I can’t wait to see what she does . Good luck !

[@Cindy-dm5tk]

Love your new place! You’re going to make this one gorgeous home! Thanks for letting us see your new digs.

[@rosebennick1555]

Oh my. How cute is that apt, can’t wait to see the finished home

[@mylittlecoloradocottage]

Love all the ideas. The open kitchen cabinet was a great idea

[@leslieiannottacronin2176]

Best wishes to Mel. I love the feel of her new place. She will make every inch count.

[@lisalowe7679]

I like the tv room as is. The bedroom is small; probably your biggest challenge. I love the flooring though and the charm. Oh, you did have a huge kitchen before. Oh my goodness, you could add a pot rack though from the ceiling to hold some pretty things !!!!!

[@paulalim1476]

I see a world of possibilities and Mel will be up to the task!😍

[@AnneClay]

Yes now we just have to get her furniture moved over. The rain actually got in the way which is a strange thing to say this summer up here in the East

[@Annette818]

I love the natural wood!

[@lisalowe7679]

Buy a cabinet from lowes, paint it a color and put above the refrigerator!!!

[@Annette818]

Oh, I love Anne and Mel !!!

[@mount971]

Maybe a wall mug rack?

[@Annette818]

Thanks Mel, I can't wait to see the new place finished!

[@teresaford8906]

Mel, you could relocate your Smegs to the top of your fridge. And with that dining room, I’m sure you’ll be able to put a lot of your other pretties in there. Opening up those kitchen cabinets really opened up the whole room. I’m so excited we’re (I mean, you’re) 😂. Moving into such a cute place and we (I mean, you)😂 get to decorate it !! Fun! Fun! Fun!

[@maryohare4141]

Could you move stove closer to doorway and put your island on right side next to stove, pushed against wall between stove and cabinet? MAYBE put open shelves above island?

[@deborah3055]

Cute home can’t wait to see it all settled!

[@araceligomez3735]

Thank you for this video. Good Luck Mel. Your home is going to look AWESOME!

[@lorrainedalessio5826]

Hi girls good luck cousin Mel!!!❤️ can’t wait to see how you decorate your new place……. I know it’s gonna be beautiful🤗

[@debraspringers2098]

Love your new apartment the wood floors absolutely beautiful! Mel you are a great decorator! It's going to turn out gorgeous!!

[@joannwelkener6734]

I can’t wait to see what she does with her new place!! So exciting!!

[@edwinjones3786]

Thanks so much for the tour. Your new home will be beautiful just as your farmhouse was. This is a tough change but Mel, if anyone can make this an awesome living space you are the one who can. You are blessed to have lots of friends to help with the move and hopefully no rain!! Thanks again for sharing with us and best of luck to you as you are so deserving of. Lorena Jones, Strasburg, Pa.

[@lorrainebeattie29]

Hello Anne and MEL!!!!! I just love your new apartment and as you said Mel it is very cozy and you will have it looking just as beautiful as your OLD place! The dining room would make a good place for your coffee station and before you know it will be HOME SEE HOME! I am so excited to see how you have it all put together! Chin up Mel if anyone has something to say that is negative about your place just wait until you show it off and they will all be sending 👍up! 🍂🍁🌻❤😀