A Week in the Life of a Medieval Chateau: Wednesday (In Which Marc Leaves Home)

For just one week, we will be filming, editing and posting a vlog a day to show you what it is we get up to in a normal week at the medieval Chateau de Rosieres - our beast of a French castle and estate. From the remarkable to the mundane, follow the passage of our week exactly as it unfolds.
Thank you for your patience everybody. Our computer has crashed no fewer than six times in the past 24hrs, losing huge amounts of work and meaning that we are now a whole day behind in our uploading. Huge apologies! We are keeping up with the filming though and we have a couple of wonderfully varied days coming up, including more animal rescues, furniture rescues, and of course more puns from Marc.
It's Wednesday and the chateau residents are apart for once. Marc has gone to the big smoke to pick up our auction purchases from yesterday and try to snag some more bargains at a live auction today. Amy and Ignat stay at home with Clement, who seems determined to get up and about for the first time. There's another animal rescue on the cards, and Amy shows her impossibly grand plans for the en suite of the Master Bedroom.
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[@rhondathomas7952]

The absolute best part of the whole video is that precious baby boy walking, and his Nanny clapping him! FaceTime is the best!

[@robinchurch5658]

Oh my goodness, Amy, there are only two possibilites concerning your tile mural: 1. You have a lot of latent artistic ability you never tapped into before now 2. You are the most inspired and hardworking do it yourselfer I’ve ever encountered to accomplish what you have if you don’t have artistic talent. Regardless of which of the above is true, can we talk about you starting on this mural project while you are tending your toddler, a menagerie of animals and birds, your husband and a chateau! Gosh, there’re multi taskers and then there’ s YOU! And you do it all with a smile on your face and your terrific sense of humor. I am soooo impressed. Happy Easter.🤗

[@celestinesantarossa421]

Yours is my most favorite Chateau Channel! You're always real and down to earth! Very entertaining and very cute personalities! You are the kind of people I would be very comfortable visiting with and spending time with! God's blessings on your endeavors, your family and your Chateau ♥️

[@taitweigel64]

What a wonderful vlog! Watching your boy learning to walk. He's a cute little blonde boy and watching him grow is a joy. Beautiful tile project!

[@laurawatkins9399]

Marc's sunrise tour was glorious. Amy, your mural is absolutely stunning.

[@lwest5686]

Everything about this vlog was fun and interesting. I have to say that I always look forward to the part of your intro where you and Marc are riding on your farm equipment all dressed up. I just never tire of it. Yay! to Clement - so exciting to watch him clip around. 🇨🇦💕

[@WillowTreePottery]

I am a potter and tile maker and have done some kitchens and a few bathrooms, . Ambitious project. They will need three coats of color and a coat of clear to seal. Lots of work. It's looking great, you can use a tiny detailing bottle with a syringe tip to fill in the areas directly near the lines.

[@darylpenner5763]

😏 Marc...I don't actively dislike it.....pricless. I am impressed with your tile work. Don't burn yourself out with the daily vlogs.

[@kathyrogers1703]

Amy, for someone who"is not very artistic", I think you are doing a marvelous job on the titles! They are really beautiful!

[@nikishazechiel6848]

Exactly what Kathy Rogers said!!!

[@celestinesantarossa421]

Totally agree!!!

[@thirdeyeview1111]

I was thinking the same thing. Goes to show you could do anything once you put your mind to it.😊

[@debm460]

I am shocked at how beautiful this is. You are a very talented artist!

[@debshaw680]

Honestly, I only wish I was as talented as she is.

[@joanns5250]

Amy, you are definitely an artist! I LOVE the peacock tiles!

[@lisakilmer2667]

Thank you so much for the walk around the back areas! As far as guarding animals, the Gold Shaw Farm channel discusses the Maremma (Maremmano-Abruzzese) dog as being particularly well suited to guarding poultry. But that farmer also has installed huge amounts of electrical fencing because he has bears, wild felines, and coyotes. If the local people let their dogs run, electric fencing might be your best long-term plan.

[@hsimpson6581]

No one ever talks about their chappell except Stephanie Jarvis. I would love to see inside.

[@cathyblackhall3448]

The Pethericks maintain theirs but don't use it.Its too small for weddings and they aren't religious. Michael did an episode on it.

[@babschmid]

The bathroom mural will be stunning when it is complete!

[@michaelp2473]

Agree. So impressed with your tile work.

[@JoannaLouise200]

It's a joy to see Clement tackling his first steps ~ and he just did it spontaneously! I love it that you keep an eye on all the animals...livestock and wildlife. Maybe get a small flock of large geese, as their nature is to give loud warning warning of approaching predators in the vicinity. Your ceramic bathroom mural is just so beautiful ~ you certainly have talent!

[@tashiaderrer9004]

Amy, that mural is absolutely inspired! I've been talking to my hubby about getting a kiln to try this myself as I've been wanting to do some tile work around our place. I would love, love, love it if you could do a video / tutorial on how you do it. I am so excited to see your finished product. I must say, as a novice painter myself, I understand the thought and work that goes into something like that , I think what you are achieving is really magical. So exciting!!!!!

[@joyfulthings1]

I choked up a bit when Clement stood up and started walking behind his Bobby car . Life is about to change for all of you 😍🥰

[@barbarashapiro7499]

Amy, I think the mountain tiles as they are have the charm of handmade craft. Touch them up if they bother you, of course, but really, the peacock mural is coming along beautifully. Your "give it a go" attitude is impressive and yielding impressive results.

[@Mindy-s-channel]

Exactly

[@kellyhawes8901]

I see more custom tiles in your future. Perhaps a side job one day? You really are more artistic than you are professing to be! I really think the mural is stunning!

[@debbiegoodwin6316]

Oh-my-goodness woman, you are so gifted! The Art Deco look Peacock is going to be magnificent when it's done, and it will be done when it is supposed to be. Hurrah for Clement walking! My eldest was 14 months when he walked too, and just as contented and laid back.

[@mariak9727]

🥰WOW! For someone who claims “total lack of artistic skill”, you are doing a very impressive job on the bespoke tiles!!! 💕🦚💕

[@annivali4356]

I heard the term 'it was absolutely baltic' for the first time in this video and it made me giggle. I'm from Estonia, one of the three Baltic countries on the shores of the Baltic sea. Will start using this expression from now on. Thanks for enriching your viewers' vocabulary! 😁

[@penihavir1777]

Oh my gosh those tiles are amazing! You can’t say that you don’t have artistic talent. ♥️♥️♥️

[@alanhicks3908]

what a lovely video ..from a glorious sunrise to a stunning mural to Clement walking .....thank you for sharing

[@robreluctantblogger]

Have really enjoyed these “real life” Vlogs from you, thank you. A lot of work for you, but much appreciated by us!

[@kitty4650]

I'm loving the daily vlogs! Thank you for the effort it must take. Your tiles look amazing too, can't wait to see them finished.

[@kerryharding5587]

Amy- you should be really proud of your tile work. The completed work will be another wonderful story to add to your home. 🧡

[@mikmar6904]

Amy for someone who is not really artistic - you are really artistic!!! The tiles look gorgeous. Don’t bother with fixing them. Imperfection - what makes them so perfect and special. The wild bunny was adorable and you did the right thing by bringing back to where he was found 🐇🙏🏻✨♥️✨✨✨

[@margoarmstrong3042]

I remember you showing the tile project on the tv series and thought it was such a creative idea. I cannot wait to see your beautiful mural installed on the bathroom wall. Enjoying the daily glimpses into your life ....your darling boy is nearly walking, bravo Clement 🎈. Cheers from 🇨🇦.

[@suehall3298]

Sue Hall I forgot how amazing this mural was to create well done you Hope all went well. Love Sue ❤❤❤

[@dwyrydceramics6751]

The bathroom tiles are amazing Amy , I'm a self taught Potter ,and getting the glazing right is one of the hardest parts of it

[@KrisanthiaMum]

Beautiful sunrise with the moon to boot ❤️ being in the country is my favorite places for sky gazing. Wouldn’t trade for anything.

[@KrisanthiaMum]

The tiles are absolutely beautiful 😍

[@TheFiown]

You must hear this all the time but your vlog has the best intro ever ! You should all be on stage and Marc with his 'mime' face kills me ! What a brood as mum would say. Hugs to all xoxo

[@dawnedawe5337]

Not to shabby those tiles are absolutely amazing, you have certainly got some skills, and when finished they will look stunning . Keep posting your progress

[@nicolecouture4514]

Amy your tiles look great! And you are right your little Clément will soon be walking. So cute. Take care!

[@ocanadastandinguard6840]

Your tile project looks amazing. Good for you for tackling this art.

[@glenyscallaghan1195]

Yes the tiles are amazing and will be fantastic when they are finished. There is no rush !!!!!! 😀🐣

[@jenniferbaker19]

Thank you so much Amy and Marc and Clement for sharing glimpses of your life with us. I appreciate the duress that earning a living in these times presents. Your work is inspiring and reminds me so much of my projects when I was first married with small children. Thank you

[@jillipepper5353]

The early morning was so amazing, “ Salmon before the sun, storm before the day is done”. You can get a guard goose for birds and chickens , they are very good at their job. For sheep you need a donkey. 🙂 Good luck with the tiles, I think they are lovely so far, you’re braver than me. 🤣😂🙋🏼

[@sunrise1304]

What a beautiful sunrise! Le lever du soleil a bien commencé votre vidéo! I am looking forward one day of seeing the renovation for your B&B outside ! Cheers.

[@shonabologna2617]

I love!!! Your intro sometimes I get bored with KZbin intros but I go back and watch yours over, just love it! Well done.

[@patriciacalunniato6872]

You have a pianist there he is so full of joy playing that piano buy the way your intro is just incredible wowxxxxx

[@wendy-moore]

Thank you for taking the time to share your days with us.

[@rnggall9640]

In true DIY style 'I want X, so first research then learn all the crafts that I need to make it!' very impressed

[@dashaway1460]

The mural will be absolutely fabulous! Keep up the good work!

[@marcust4238]

I love the drives through the local countryside

[@bhaverst]

You don't need to redo the tiles with the mountains. I think they're amazing as is. It gives the mountains a more authentic rugged look.

[@mikmar6904]

Totally agree with you. The tiles are gorgeous the way they already are:)✨✨✨

[@joyfulthings1]

You just have to be sure there is enough glaze coverage so the tiles don’t allow moisture to penetrate them as this could cause future mild and mildew issues on the wall they are applied to

[@nancibishof6462]

@@joyfulthings1 As a clay artist that specializes in tiles, unless the tile can withstand at least a cone 6 firing (2137F) they will not resist moisture. High firing limits water absorption to less than 2%. Low fire clay will not vitrify and will absorb more moisture.

[@joyfulthings1]

@@nancibishof6462 yes that’s true . It’s the same as the underside of a fired coffee mug,, not porous and they don’t leak if fired to cone requirements but they are more prone to staining and aren’t as easily cleaned as when they have glaze on them which is why I would be sure there was full coverage.

[@nancibishof6462]

@@joyfulthings1 Again Joy, that only holds true if the clay has a low absorption of moisture and if it is fired to maturity and if the glaze has a coefficient of expansion that matches the coefficient of expansion of the glaze and the glaze coverage is good and is properly fired. You can test it by weighing the dry , unglazed, fired tile and then reweighing it after a 24 hour submerged soak in water. There should only be a 1-2% difference in the tile's weight between the 2 weights.

[@katherinebopp2021]

I love that you took on a huge project without really thinking about how difficult it would be. The iris are extra special. I may have already said this. Attitude is everything. My mothers dear friend homesteaded in Alaska. The first two years they lived in a tent with a stove for heat. They had three preteens as well. They loved it in spite of her friend encountering a standing grizzly bear, when she was short cutting through the woods for a doctor, and she was unarmed. She wrote letters . You do vlogs.

[@daleleeder3534]

Thankyou guys for sharing your day with us, such a great start with the early morning sun and the lovely bird song, i too am an early riser and love the early mornings, always feel you have the world to yourself 🥰 animals make a home, seeing the sheep reminds me when I grew up with my grandparents in Norfolk, they kept, pigs, chickens , rabbits etc, such magical time when you are a child , Clemont is so lucky. Great job on the tiles, I absolutely love it and would not change a thing and well done for trying , look forward in eager anticipation to see the end result, you are most welcome to do one of your fabulous designs bin my bathroom , love it! 🥰🙂🇬🇧

[@janicecrowley1246]

💕 that moment they take their first steps amazing and just after you mentioned it ❤️

[@christinagill6332]

Aww bless Clement .. hes found his feet here comes trouble 🙂❤

[@brendaharrisireland]

Oh Amy you are a marvel and so relaxed. I love your tile project.

[@Ejlrstn]

I love that tile project. So pleased you’ve brought it out again. That’s the hardest part of these long-haul projects -just picking them up again. You’ll get into a rhythm again. Remember that hand painted tiles are supposed to be a little uneven. It’s part of the charm. If aiming for perfect the only way is a transfer which is not nearly as spectacular.

[@MollyJoAnn]

The sun coming up 💗 Clement! 💓 The tiles ❤ Congrats on all the electrics parts win. Thank you for sharing the hare information, same for rabbits, the babies should be left where found as mother comes back to check on them.

[@aatikahcarmenhappy3494]

Beautiful sunrise shots looks do peaceful and must bring you joy

[@markr.h.2574]

Thank you for this phantastic episode. I really enjoy your Easter series offering so many interesting glimpses into your life and work. What a great route along the Rhône, such an amazingly beautiful tile mural and on top the huge joy watching Clément‘s walking efforts. Have a peaceful Good Friday.

[@pamcapon4922]

What a fabulous Vlog - I love what you are doing and you are artistic, despite what you say! Wonderful to see Clement walking or nearly walking, won’t be long. Lockdown will hopefully be over soon. Looking forward to more programmes.

[@catherinequinn4457]

You two are doing marvel with the chateau wee clement is adorable and Amy I laugh everytime you call Mark "Ma Cherie" Has he not told you it is "Mon Chérie" lol keep up the good work guys

[@Chroniclesofrosieres]

Ah but I say My Cheri - we both do! It’s our Frankenstein-language!!!

[@catherinequinn4457]

Lol I have a son who does the same when he talks to his uncle (my brother) (I am french) it is their language😂 take a rest after this don't do like poor Stéhanie💖

[@catherinepatterson4720]

Amy, the peacock design for the bathroom tiles is amazing. It’ll look beautiful when it’s completed. The story behind each fabric mural and the idea and reasoning behind the painting of the tiles is just as wonderful as the objects themselves. Nothing beats a good story. I bought second hand a small, beautiful lamp shade recently from a family who had moved around the world and it now sits beautifying my place. But what makes it more beautiful is it’s history. Thank you, I enjoyed your Wednesday vlog 🐑

[@mariannesouza8326]

You’re so sweet! It’s no wonder that you and Nicki (Positano) are such good friends, with your love of animals. 😀

[@hsimpson6581]

your tile is so beautiful ! you are doing great.

[@michaelp2473]

We’re enjoying the day in the life videos - a wonderful idea.

[@kathsmith4924]

Your doing great especially for the first time with tiles they are perfect .😊well done amy

[@siby6117]

Amy - you’re doing yourself a huge injustice regarding your work on the tiles - they are gorgeous!! Take a bow👏

[@Chroniclesofrosieres]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@miajoyce11]

Absolutely gorgeous tiles. The bathroom will be delightful.

[@Alaskalad]

Another great Chronicle. Good to see Clement up and finding his legs, you'll need a GPS tracker on him before long, Your tile work is coming on great, will grace the finest of any Chateau wall. I cannot see why 10 people decided to dislike your Chronicles, there's nothing pretentious in what you do, it's what happens in your daily family life, and its what we like to see. Please continue your Chronicle..

[@beckyrea2262]

It’s also my favourite time of the day as well 👍🏻 love to see the sun rise with the morning chorus from the birds ❤️❤️❤️ X

[@1234OopsyDaisy]

🤗love the stunt peacock 🦚 The bathroom tiles are gorgeous you have done a beautiful job.

[@marcust4238]

btw...your mural is going beautifully .

[@charleneguye2258]

your little one will take his first steps soon so adorable

[@janicerobinson2970]

Well Done With The Tiles Carry On. Lovely See your Little One Walking 🚶‍♀️

[@joannecordelia]

I’m sort of an artist too, and that is very beautiful! I pick up all types of art, all types of music ie. Piano, cello, guitar, etc. woodwork, cooking, sewing, knitting, crochet. You name it! Keep it up. You’ll finish it when you have the time! ❤️👍☺️

[@celestinesantarossa421]

You're an Artiste! Beautiful planning and work on your tiles!

[@angelakilroe3271]

Absolutely love your opening to the video. Happy Easter to you all.

[@mocarra100]

Amy I think the tiles are beautiful, and you painted those freehand? I think they're gorgeous, especially for your first time. Can't wait to see the finished bathroom. Much love, from Oklahoma USA Jackie 🇺🇸💖

[@michelefolds7190]

You are very brave having a go at making the tiles. They look so nice.

[@izby2652]

Really enjoying these vlogs! You are doing a brilliant job on the titles. I am very impressed and excited to see how they look in the bathroom!

[@fredscott1199]

Wow, your tiles will be stunning when you finish up! I like the places where the glass didn't fire all the way. It seems to me that it gave it an antique look from what I could tell. Great job, I am so impressed! Happy Easter to you all!

[@cris_balm7460]

How clever of you, Amy! Painting and firing tiles ~ seriously good! Such patience. Love your joyful approach to life.

[@dalehegstrom7295]

Thank you, Amy and Marc. This episodic approach is fascinating. Also, I think your ceramic creation is beautiful You DO have an artist's eye!

[@donnamiltier6961]

tile mural is going to be lovely !

[@dalewest4967]

This room was my favourite I just love the panels, so pleased you are sharing doing the tiles, I always wondered how they finished, I think they will look gorgeous, I love different things, i get so sick of white everywhere, can’t wait to see the finished shower.

[@neilgray7586]

Another fascinating video. Certainly worth all the hard work. I would be interested to see the inside of chapel. Life will change again once Clement start walking around.

[@jo-annewoerle3390]

I used to enjoy working with ceramics. Your masterpiece is going to look amazing in the shower. You will be glowing with pride when it's done.

[@jeanettedurney3186]

Love your peacock Tiles Amy. Will look fab when finished can't wait to see it on the wall. I'm inspired to start my own project. Well done. Lovely to see Clement growing up so fast and walking.

[@tjbren576]

The mountain colors are perfect - no need to change them. And holy cow! That's amazing project. Well done you! I'd but it from you for my own home. You've got the start of a whole new business!

[@michellehughes1537]

I am enjoying your vlogs immensely, they are So varied, sheep, Muriel, Clement, auction and so much more, see you soon. What was your job Amy before the chateau came into your life?

[@teedee3834]

I think you are an artist as your peacock tile work is amazing and so beautiful!!!💖🏰💖

[@mariaabraham311]

🌻🐣🐇🐰Happy Easter Amy, Marc & baby Clement!🐰🐇🐣🌻

[@ellenfiore431]

Blessings to you both..love to baby Clement❤

[@sheilaroper1599]

Clement's toddling brought a big smile to my face. Those tiles are amazing, you're going to find it so much easier just to pop in and paint a few when you have a bit of time, so much hard work but it'll be stunning when it's finished. Love the table football. I had French lessons a few years ago and if I remember rightly it's called Baby Foot in France! :) xx

[@woolfriend1]

I enjoyed this so much! You both are amazingly talented in so many ways! Thank you so much for sharing this with us!

[@janjohansson9495]

Love all the creativity taking place. 🦋

[@kimkeil1905]

Love your dining room table and especially the chairs!

[@ianevans2917]

The tile project is fantastic. What a great job you have done. It will be great to see it on the wall when complete. Clements is getting big and must be a joy for you both. Thank you for your vlogs, they are a very welcome distraction from all thing covid!

[@Marilinaa]

I think you are doing a great job on the tile mural. The Iris on the green background and the peacock feathers look really good.

[@gayejani350]

Well, I think that you are doing an amazing job on your tiles. You know what you’re doing. You are not fooling us! lol Will make an impressive art piece in the guest bathroom. Don’t forget to sign it!🇨🇦

[@dawnbutler2846]

How lovely you caught the moment Clement stood up and walked with the aid of his walker. Fun now but now your problems will start. Loved the vlog despite your set backs. Please don’t bother to touch up your tiles that is what makes them unique. It will look beautiful. Shame about the pictures creasing they are stunning. Seeing the fireplace in the dining room reminded me when we saw you discovering it. Take care, keep safe.

[@lizcollins7716]

The embroidered pictures depicting your life are beautiful! What a lovely idea. Great video too .

[@judygillespie3242]

I thought they were painted. I will have to go back and re-watch. Thanks for pointing that out.

[@marcellejosephine9119]

Wow! Love the tiles! You have a talent there! 🦚💙💚

[@anitasujiivana4553]

Bravo on the beautiful tiles!!! 🦚💙🦚💙🦚💙🦚💙🦚💙

[@TheFiown]

Marc I have been listening to you French accent in English and it just struck me that you sound like a really English person playing the part of a French man in a movie putting on what people think is a French accent then suddenly you come out with some english words spoken perfectly. There is a sort of Cluzot vibe going on. I could listen to you all day. When I arrived in France one of the things I told people was that my mother knitted all my poules ! Of course I meant pulls but the ou/eou thing escaped me. It did make people laugh like the time I told my boss I had seen a chatouille from the window of the car, which I thought was the word for a small chateau !