A winter 2022 Home Tour Update

[@carolb9234]

Totally agree with the peony wallpaper instead of the darker metallic wallpaper. Will definitely brighten up that area.

[@healeronamission3607]

I love how the ceiling in your bedroom looks. Kind of distressed and rustic with your beams and it makes your gorgeous bed stand out. A suggestion, you could switch your cream wingback chairs out with the plaid ones in your bedroom and it would match the buffalo check better. Your home is beautiful!

[@gardengal26]

I was thinking that too when I saw the white chairs!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Oh thank you!

[@sharischmidt4712]

Waking up in your bedroom and feeling like your in a coffin, is definitely a mood you want to avoid!! I'm never sure why so many like dark stain wood, personal l couldn't live in a house comfortablely with dark stain, to me it looks gloomy. I don't think you can go wrong with white, cream, taupe, light gray, pale green/ blue, they're just very calming cheery colours to live with. Wishing you and shoulder a speedy recovery!! Enjoy your channel 🙂🍁

[@lauramitchell6725]

Saw someone’s comment about using the tall,four door wood cabinet that you want to take out of the kitchen to put the TV in.Agree!🥰

[@selina7150]

I think the ‘liquor’ room would make a beautiful China room. It’s position between the dining room and kitchen makes it perfect for this. Imagine having afternoon tea or morning coffee there.

[@imahick5723]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful, wonderful project. You have some fabulous ideas and this house will be both livable and beautiful when you're finished! I hope that you're healing and will soon be able to do the things you love to do!

[@dorettawilson7726]

So glad you painted the ceiling. When I first saw that room, I thought it was too dark and depressing as well. It looks so much cheerier.

[@lindasesker3895]

I love the baby blue paint in your bedroom.

[@barbkenas5663]

I agree, the green peony wallpaper will look much better and brighten up the area.

[@charlenedimonte]

I love the new wallpaper for the front entry, I agree with you, the dark one has to go. You have such great ideas, looking forward to seeing it all come together. 🙋🏼‍♀️🇨🇦 Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@j.christian6801]

I love everything you have picked out to do!! Great ideas!!

[@trudysenglishvictorianhome3244]

I LOVE the colors you have chosen for your New Home! 💚💚💚 Especially that Wallpaper for your Entry Way! That will bring so much "Cheer" into that space! And such a SMILE to Welcome your guests!😊☺️ Looking forward to seeing the renovations. But first take your time in getting well 😘💖 XOXO

[@cherilynn8852]

I absolutely agree with, what I believe is, your sentiment -- a house tells you what it wants. I LOVE your bedspread!

[@chloemartel9927]

I love your old house. It is beautiful!

[@willothewispl]

Linda I think the wall paper would be lovely in the bedroom. Also I agree with lightining up the ceiling, also the dark beams. Would make the room more restful snd soothing. It already is but those changes would really make a difference. Wish you well with your healing. Yes it is better to take it easy, because one day you will be able to go back to all the interesting things you love you do.

[@vickiehollandburch1285]

Oh by the way, we painted over our wallpaper and then wallpapered over it. It has been done for 10 years and you cannot tell it was ever wallpapered underneath.

[@kathybriscoe1474]

I love the ideas you have for changes in your home. I think the peony wallpaper in the entryway is beautiful and perfect for the space.

[@graceschadt9319]

After failing to keep basil plants thrive, I found that basil does not like wet feet. So I found out, by accident, that there has to be good drainage. Simply put the pot on an upside down pot and then into a waterproof tray or pot. This gives the soil a chance drain, but don't forget to water frequently because they do like water. Good luck!

[@debweissler7808]

Hi Linda, I agree about your MB ceiling. The beams are entirely too dark and detract from your lovely bed. IMHO there are too many beams because they are so beefy. Like the bee wallpaper, delicate and warm. You could paint the beams white, although I’m partial to a coffered ceiling.

[@lesliecarson684]

You have so many future projects and renovations… my head would be swimming! But you are a visionary and I know you will methodically do each project. Love your wall paper you are anticipating using in the front entry. I also love the light sage green one that you showed on the table. Ceiling is a definite plus. If I had that feeling, it’d be done . Primer is a huge help to lighten up room. Looking forward to see as you check off each item for your home. Stay well… keep healing and take care!

[@chrismaraccini8108]

Love the periwinkle wallpaper and also the wallpaper you choose for the bedroom.

[@charlenedawson1621]

Such fun going along on this journey with you ! Thank you for including us😊💕

[@newenglandfineliving]

You are so welcome!

[@rneustel388]

I love hearing about all your ideas because of your artistic and creative mind! And even though I adore the chinoiserie wallpaper, I would never feel you shouldn’t make whatever choices you want in your own house. I don’t know if others are this way, but I get very turned around trying to imagine your home’s layout. I’d love to see just a rough sketch of your floor plan as it exists now.

[@denisecarter5117]

I love the painted ceiling.

[@christinemoorhouse5181]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE your aesthetic! I wanna live in your home! Beautifully done! And not even finished!

[@valeriewalker6023]

Love the wallpaper you found for your entry way. The colors and the peonies work so well and brighten up that space nicely.

[@tammyhoushour8070]

I truely am glad you are not keeping the oriental wall paper I love the lighter wallpaper and I am so a green fan anyway and yes it is special to have your peony's. 🤗 Also I love the one coat paint on the ceiling. ..I know you are going to paint it again...but it does look good now if you change your mind . Thanks for sharing this with us I always enjoy the visit and the creative thought process too. Keep on taking care of yourself 🙏💖

[@user-es9mb8wi3m]

So glad that you healing. Be good to yourself, Linda. Just want to say that my first thought on “the tavern room”, when you first introduced the house, was to make it a china and dish room. Built in cabinets with glass doors and lighting would be gorgeous, special and functional. The location of the room is begging for this plan. You could also put a desk in the room for meal planning, grocery list writing and planning parties. Yeah?! I see lovely moments spent in that very special room, appreciating your collected treasures.

[@dianesmith5809]

So much fun in renovating/decorating. Thanks for the tour.

[@rhondaz356]

OMG, Linda, the place already looks so awesome. With your intended plans, it'll be your dream home, ... so stunning.🌞🤍💛 A tavern sounds so perfect in that beautiful home.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you!

[@patriciamacias2458]

Wising you a fast recovery ❤️‍🩹 looking forward to all the new additions to your rooms 🧚🏻

[@tonib5662]

I love your ideas and I am looking forward to seeing the finished product. The peony wallpaper is beautiful and will lighten the entry. Linda, could the cabinet that you are going to remove from the kitchen be repurposed as a TV cabinet? The wood is so lovely. Just a thought.

[@cbb_creationsceciliabaca775]

How exciting to do all of the projects!… I would’ve painted the bedroom ceiling too!

[@gailsprangers9388]

I'm always amazed at how you can see just the right aesthetics for your rooms. They can be simple or they can be bold but have enough subtlety that they compliment but don't over power. I love your choices for every spot. When I want to choose large patterns like your peony wallpaper, I always end up being frightened it will be too overwhelming and end up going for something more subdued, then inwardly wishing I stayed with my original idea. Your choices are lovely and I agree with lightening the entryway with the choice you made. The original paper was pretty but almost claustrophobic for that space.

[@newenglandfineliving]

The peony paper unfortunately won't be happening. I will share more later.

[@mishloud4215]

Hi Linda: I have to admit that I love the painting over your bed, which I saw in a previous video at the Groton house. I loved it so much that when I saw one posted on our hometown yard sale site, I grabbed it! It is a lighter gray, but has the beautiful off-white flowers in various vases, plus books etc. I love it and have it in my bedroom over the bed! Copying is the best form of flattery! Thank you for the inspiration. Also, love all your decorating ideas.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you so much!

[@debbielenoir5472]

I feel the same way. I wasn’t looking for one but found a very similar picture at Hobby Lobby and hung it over my bed. I love the idea ever since I saw the video the first time.

[@joliecole5548]

Yes I love it also, and if I find one, you bet ya I am going to get it too.

[@annamariamiele5682]

Yes Linda change the wallpaper at the entrance..your choice is perfect!

[@SundaysChild30]

Hello again Linda! Few comments and opinions. The bedroom ceilings look amazing and the bee paper is perfect in that room. I would agree to lighten up the beams a few shades. Regarding the Tally Ho paper I would not poo poo it yet. The light reflected in the room from the current wall color could dramatically change, and change your mind. Also for what its worth I agree that the paper in the entry is fabulous, BUT not for this house. I think that it was a big miss, just my opinion. Just such a lovely home, you are truly Blessed! Thank you for sharing!

[@francineclave2207]

Linda, I am not an interior designer but the yellow room says to me; PLEASE I want to be filled with beautiful repurposed cabinets so I can be Linda’s China room! You have so many gorgeous items that could be displayed on a combo of open shelves and behind glass doors with soft down lighting…. Showing off your crystal, your serving pieces, platters, a generous display room with everything easily reached. Please consider it…. Every time you take us through it I wanted to say that…. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@newenglandfineliving]

I really like your idea!!!!! Thank you for sharing

[@maryohare4141]

I was watching your video and when you talked about the ceiling being dark...I thought, "oh my, I would feel like I was in a coffin each morning..." three seconds later, YOU said that! lol! You could do a "haint blue" ceiling so you woke up to a wispy summer blue sky to greet you each morning!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Purchased years ago ;-)

[@parrishlake7321]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video tour….cannot wait to see your plans! Beautiful!

[@glgardener4972]

I enjoyed this so much. I like decorating and remodeling my home to make it my own. We remodeled an old farm house and enlarged it. And now I am getting ready to do some changes and updating....don't tell my husband!!! The green wall paper for the front entry is beautiful. Love the peonies. It's great to start off with a list of what is needed in each room and then just work thru it. I like what you have done so far. I enjoy seeing all the light streaming into your home. I see your paper whites are looking fabulous. I just planted my last bowl full for the winter and they are growing so fast. Having paper whites helps me get thru the winter. I really like the bed in your master bedroom-is it an antique or something available on the market? Really like the wall paper you have planned for the bedroom-where is it from? Here is wishing you a speedy and healthy recovery.

[@janetlaplaca1060]

Those white chairs to the master bedroom, the plaid chairs to the "green room"

[@krclinton]

Love hearing about all your ideas.

[@susantaft6873]

The bee wallpaper has always been my favorite - and the peony paper would be lighter for the front foyer! Bedroom ceiling - coffin was my first reaction even before you said it!! We need optimism when we first wake up! I have those Ethan Allen wing chairs in burgundy - love them before they are not too big.

[@sandrabrown5910]

Looking at this Summer 2024, you have accomplished a lot both inside and out!

[@denisedelgado3350]

I love your house, your style, your choices, your colors, we are kindred spirits! 💞 Get well, prayers 💕

[@leticiahernandez4857]

Hi Linda hope you are doing fine from your surgery. What ever you do in the house is going to look great also the kitchen I can’t wait. Enjoy your day God bless you and family.🙏🏻❤️🥰😘

[@maryohare4141]

Just sending good wishes and a healing prayer for you, Linda. You do such lovely vlogs and your style is so beautiful! Thank you for doing these videos...I am snowed in and always enjoy catching your latest project or thrift/consignment treasures! Spring will be here in a few short weeks...then you can start your garden plans at your "new-old home"...so exciting!

[@liontribeofjudah5616]

Your home is so lovely..comfortable, lived in..warm and inviting! You will do a wonderful job merrying the past with the present..the old with the new..dashes of New England style with "Linda" specials too! Can't wait!!! God bless..

[@concettaalcorn686]

Always loved the picture over your bed ,how about putting the white wing chairs in the bedroom. My home is bright and I would not like to wake up to a dark ceiling agree.So many ideas can’t wait that being said take it easy 😉

[@newenglandfineliving]

An idea to consider for sure!

[@lauramitchell6725]

Great idea.

[@patriciacaughey5122]

So interesting seeing your house and its beauty. I enjoyed hearing about your future plans for areas of your home. I am excited to see what you choose for your tv to rest on. Thank you. .

[@mariestoner7533]

Love the wallpaper you plan to hang in the entry! Beautiful!

[@944gemma]

5he bed and bedroom look LOVELY.

[@Foxlairmktg]

It's exciting to see your progress and the changes you have planned. That said, I was such a fan of the Tally Ho wallpaper, so I was sad to hear in an earlier video that you felt it wasn't right for Sugarwood. I wondered if you considered it in a non-pearlescent finish or in another colorway, or perhaps something similar with a hunt theme, since your decor in the cozy hunt room at Groton and your hunt Christmas tree were such special features, but I'm sure whatever you decide will be lovely.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Ben mentioned I try it in another room he's using as an office right now, so we shall see!

[@victoriasicilian4573]

Love the rat tail hinges on the 3 doors in the kitchen!

[@callahan1967]

I'm in the process of purchasing my first historic home. I've binge watched your channel 😁 and feel connected to you, these homes, your style and manner of decorating. I feel like I'm going home each time I visit my 'new to me' old home. I was wondering if you've had to deal with lead paint on mantles and window frames, exteriors. We are ready for anything we face as I feel a new lease on life after covid and a new sense of energy with this new chapter. I will continue to watch your videos and give you credit for the inspiration. 💗

[@heatherthompson8837]

Oyyy, the wallpaper in the entry pulling the plaster off. That happened to me once in a bathroom - the prior owners didn't use sizing. Ugh - the worst! Anyway, your house is to die for (from a former New Englander) and I love that you are making it your own while honoring its history. P.S. Your paperwhites and forsythia are looking fantastic!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you!

[@KayeCarterTV]

Love the new wallpaper in the foyer... can't wait to see the finished beauty of everything. You always make everything so comfortable looking. 🌹🌹🌹Sending Hugs, prayers and kindness!

[@maz3002]

Thanks for the tour Linda 💗whatever you do, it will be beautiful. Please take it slow and heal your shoulder 🙏

[@beverlymcmackin8994]

Hi Linda I am so enjoying your KZbin channel. I just happened to come across it about two weeks ago. I find that you are a kindred spirit as so much of what you share I also enjoy doing. I have watched several of your shows and throughly enjoy them. I would like to hear more about the store you use to run and about your magazine that you had at one time. Thank you for being so real and I look forward to more videos to come.

[@patralink]

I can't wait to see your MBR when it's done. I love that Willow has her own bed at the foot of yours. Hope your recovery is going well. PS You inspired me to cut forsythia branches for forcing. They are so beautiful and have been in bloom for 10 days.

[@newenglandfineliving]

I love hearing they opened for you!

[@jomackenzie7065]

I have my forsythia going too. It was a great tip. Right!

[@mytws]

Have you tried the fox hunt wallpaper in the front hall? It looked so nice in the other house with your seasonal decor. Not sure how the peony paper would work with most of your Halloween or Christmas colors, assuming guests come to the front door.

[@deniseborchardt4491]

I was thinking the same thing. I love the peony paper but was also curious about seasonal decor. I like your idea for the fox hunt paper there.

[@Heidishereandthere]

If the paint on the mantle and the walls is a laytex base, then I would suggest getting a COBRA HEAT LAMP to take it off. You then will be able to preserve the wood underneath, and strip the paint MUCH QUICKER and more efficiently. 💖👍 Washington State☔

[@newenglandfineliving]

I will look into that thank you!

[@Bhdez62]

Love all your ideas Linda and especially replacing the wallpaper in the entry way. Speedy recovery 💞🙏

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thanks so much 😊

[@beeler178]

Could you use the kitchen cabinet by the refrigerater in your bedroom for the tv?

[@newenglandfineliving]

Were you listening in on our conversation yesterday? lol. I was saying to bBen maybe it could be modified for the green room or bedroom to hide a tv. Great minds think alike!

[@barbaralevel7225]

The dark beams take away from the rest of the room. First thing you see is each one of dark pieces of wood. Room is so nice. Love your videos.

[@newenglandfineliving]

They will be lightened up for sure.

[@phyllisanngodfrey6137]

I think everything is charming with no changes, but if anyone can improve on good and make it even better, it’s you 🥰

[@greenthumb1523]

I never thought to put wall paper. But that is a great idea.

[@jeannemarie2294]

Once again thank you for sharing!! Love your ideas! I get it with bathroom mirror being too high. Funny story.......my husband’s family were all very tall and when my father-in-law built the home the counters, cabinets, sinks and showers were built for over six footers! If you haven’t guessed I’m all of 5’1” and that’s on a good day!! 😉😉

[@bevcrabtree6519]

yes i love the Bee wallpaper against that one wall.... it will look nice with the blue walls i believe.. I love the ceiling...

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you! I'm pretty sure I will be papering all of the walls

[@anitabarker3125]

I love the art work over the bed. I like the bee wallpaper,I hope you can find more.

[@melness6621]

So glad you showed the cloches, just what I need up here in woodchuck country!

[@newenglandfineliving]

I think I will be ordering more too!

[@pattiburke867]

Kathryn White is my favorite artist. The Bee wallpaper looks so nice with it

[@kathyhartsell4383]

Hey Linda, Good to see you up and about! I love the big green bowl holding your paper whites! I do agree with you to lighten the dark woodwork in your bedroom. With the beautiful sunlight streaming through the windows, the dark beams bring the room’s spirit down. It will be great to see the finished product! Take care of yourself. 💕

[@ameliabotsis114]

Might I petition for you to consider keeping the “green room” a version of sage green with tonal trim. It would really set it apart from the rest of the spaces since the formula of cream walls and painted trim is used in the other rooms. Farrow and Ball had many beautiful options that would work nicely with the new foyer wallpaper…..just a thought.

[@hildamclawhorm6305]

Linda, everything you do is lovely ❤️

[@greenthumb1523]

I love the natural light in your house. Such a cheerful place when the sun is pouring into your windows.

[@willothewispl]

Will be nicer with the lighter wallpaper in the entry cannot wait to see it finished.

[@maryjanegrosclaude1913]

I saw your long letter to us and I can’t find it again to make this comment….so I’m commenting on old video. I just wanted to say that your loyal fans will be here waiting patiently…..so take your time and don’t stress.luv mj

[@dartlanddunbar5842]

I have bottom up top down shades. I love them.

[@seasonliving6916]

I just love your private view. You opened your front door and the sun streamed in, it took my breath away. I agree with you on the lighter wall paper for the entrance hall I like the light bright florals myself. As far as removing the wall paper you might want to try a garment steamer on a small section. The hot steam helps soften the old glue. Just be careful I have never worked with old plaster but it works great on drywall. I have the same wire cages they work great at keeping the deer from eating the spring blooms. I love your videos they give me great ideas. I hope to have a home as private as yours soon. We are still looking and hubby is closer to retirement.

[@lindarichie2585]

I think the green room would be beautiful if you used the Black and White wall paper that u used in your other home ! I do agree redo the hallway of gold /plum wallpaper and paint to open up the space . Love peony’s as well ! I do love the bee 🐝 paper as well . I like were ur going with the house so far and making it your own !

[@newenglandfineliving]

My husband would like me to look at the wallpaper in that room too or a guest bedroom. It could happen.

[@TheRayjane]

Linda, I’m with you, I like the light and bright. Yes the foyer wallpaper is nice but I love the peony paper! You want an English Country Manor look. I also love your bedroom ceiling painted, it has a pickled look. I think you have wonderful taste and I’m so in awe of how you can do everything. I wish I could wallpaper, but I’m too impatient 😂. I’m going to pray for a speedy healing for you, because I know you want to begin your projects Meanwhile enjoy resting and reading and journaling ....Spring will be here before we know it🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@peonitaharris3894]

I'm a new subscriber to your channel. Love everything. I agree with the wallpaper. Both are pretty, but the peonies will lift it and brighten the space.

[@gaydoyle810]

I planted Forsenthia at my home in KY and I'm so excited to see yellow blooms! Love the peonie wallpaper!

[@602redroses]

I love all of your wallpaper choices. Understand why you painted the ceiling in the bedroom. The new carpet in their will warm up the room.

[@gregorymcd944]

Linda- for the peeling mantle- try a card scraper- may be faster and less messy than stripper. Just a thought!

[@lindaga820]

I agree, I wouldn't have wanted the dark ceiling also .

[@SouthernFoodieGal]

Linda, my Mom and I are watching and she said "She needs Citrus Strip", which is a paint/stain stripper. She said put it on and then put saran wrap over it and let it sit for about a couple of hours, depending on how much is on there; some can sit overnight. Love what you're doing with the new home and I love those old beams!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Ahhh that is what I used, but I did not try the Saran Wrap trick! thanks! I will try that

[@stefaniesombaty8980]

The foyer paper is beautiful but yes, too dark for that tiny space. What is behind the wall opposite the front door? That foyer is so shallow and you can tell it isn't original because it cuts the adjacent door trim in half. I am all for a home with rooms, I hate the Joanna Gaines disaster of removing all the walls but your house is quite chopped up. Is this typical of historic homes in your area? I am so excited for the journey!

[@newenglandfineliving]

I think a tiny staircase used to be in the front hall. There is a closet the size of the hall behind the wall

[@catherinetaylor164]

Hello Linda, I just want to say "YAY!" regarding the bee wallpaper! I loved that paper when you showed it in the Groton house. I would love it in my home, but, alas..... So happy you are going to use it again! I have always loved green, and I am glad to see it making a come back. Take care, and be well. Looking forward to your next tour!

[@karenschifman5169]

I would like to suggest you look at some historic wallpapers. There are many reproductions of those that I think would be more suitable for all of your spaces.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Hi Karen, Thank you. Most of my wallpapers are reproductions, other than the bees, since I work mainly on historic homes with my clients, but for my own home, I'm not trying to be period specific since the home and its additions range from 1790 to 1970.

[@Yvonneb_]

I love your bedroom. I have a small bedroom, I chose to give 3 of my kids my big bedroom. My ex partner when he lived here built me 3 wardrobes in my small bedroom plus I have 2 small dressers, so hardly any room to move especially since I was 7 and a half stone then and now I am 11 stone almost. I am saving up to buy a double wardrobe chest of drawers and dressing table, it's all I need. I can't reuse any of my stuff as he fitted it all to the walls, it would save me a ton of money if I could. It's going to be a big job, I have already got the filler, paint, emulsion and bed and carpet, curtains and lamp shades. Just need the furniture and to re decorate. Xx

[@jmcneil4891]

Your kitchen is going to be beautiful. I can already imagine it with all the windows. Can’t wait to see the plans.

[@newenglandfineliving]

I'm getting excited too!

[@maureendavidson8264]

So fun hearing all your ideas. Looking forward to seeing your progress on all the changes. Take care and recover quickly.

[@karenbrewer5864]

You have a lot of projects on your list. Get help and don’t rush your healing. 😊. I wouldn’t like to wake up to a black ceiling either. It looks much better. I agree the dark wallpaper needs to go. I think what you have chosen is going to be beautiful.

[@sunflowerintn4716]

I love the paper especially the green and the bee 🐝 paper. All my ceilings are wood. I can't imagine anything else. Lol 😆 To each his/her own. Kitchen and dining room are absolutely beautiful. Thankyou for the tour. Get well soon!

[@angief516]

Love the wallpaper in the hallway. Great choice

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you! Unfortunately I won't be ordering the peony paper. I will share more soon.

[@ruthrucker2753]

I absolutely love watching your videos! You are so talented and I love your determination. I look forward to each new video. I am I so anxious to see what you do next!!

[@lizadivine3785]

Your home is beautiful and I'm a fan of wall paper too!