House Renovation Q&A: Cozy Sofa Chat from Bed in Our New Primary Bedroom!"

[@ghostpipe888]

We are in year nine building our entire home with our own hands and it took 4 years to get an electrician in. Everything takes time and money. Once, a neighbour visiting asked my husband how he did this building all on his own... as I was carrying a sheet of plywood past him... all by myself. Women's labour is often invisible... even to other women. I wouldn't take anyones comments to heart who are clearly lacking the skill and knowhow. Not everyones 100% is the same either. Merry, merry! You have come along way in building your home and it is beautiful. Your style is gorgeous, drool worthy. Thank-you, Louisa for sharing your loving sweet family, creative process, and your home with us. 🎀 You are an inspiration.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

You are so right about being invisible. I am not denying that Mark does do so much but like you, I help, and I help problem solve ALL the time. Thank you for your lovely supportive comment. Happy Christmas.

[@helenbailey8419]

Most enjoyable hearing you reconfirm your ideas.One thing which people may have forgotten is how much you did alone...the work load has been incredible.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thanks Helen. It's easy to forget how far we've come + I must appreciate that not everyone has been following since the beginning.

[@HeidiFolk-qc7wn]

People can be so rude. You have a vision for your home. I watch because I understand and I enjoy your process. I've stopped most visitors because of their negativity. I'm having to earn all the money and do all the work myself I have had a Change of heart on the style of my home and that's ok too. Keep going I'm watching with delight xx it helps me keep on track to see your progress. Much love xx

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

You know exactly what it's like! Good luck with your renovation & Happy Christmas!

[@sandyadams3267]

I am happy to hear you will slow down the pace and rigor of renovation next year. You really deserve a break from the hard work you have been doing. I think doing small bits here and there and other things you enjoy is a great idea. Your home is full of charm and warmth, beautiful style, and artful imagination. It's all so much more interesting than locking into the latest designs. And, thank you, Mark, for being part of the KZbin journey. You two together are a delight. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 to you all.

[@dehaan714]

Love to see how your house is becoming a “home” 😊

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you, one small step at a time.

[@janeandclementine]

Brilliant.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

🙂😀😀

[@nessiemason]

Happy Christmas Louisa, Mark and girls; wishing you peace and joy for 2025. Thank you for your hard work providing such enjoyable and inspiring stories again this year ☺️

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you. Happy Christmas to you too.

[@TinaBoffin]

I really like your ethos of buying and decorating in a way that you love, rather than following a trend. Much more sustainable, and good to be surrounded by things which bring you joy. Hope you get some rest too next year.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you so much!

[@jacquelinegreen9157]

Lovely chat and questions from your new bedroom. Really enjoyable. Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas xx

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you Jacqueline. Happy Christmas!

[@PatSimmons-g4r]

This was delightful. Thanks so much for sharing and have a lovely Christmas.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you Pat. Happy Christmas!

[@Mrs-Worthington]

Please don't run out of steam, you may appear slightly potty in your approach but you have tons of confidence and gusto to achieve your goals. Loving the John and Yoko approach. Happy Christmas.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

🤣🤣🤣Believe me when I say that it all planned out and we know what we are doing ☺ Happy Christmas!

[@LindaHarding-v5x]

Good to see you both relaxing renovating is not a quick fix it takes time and money happy Christmas x

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you Linda. Happy Christmas!

[@lauracrichton2633]

Thank you for allowing us an insight into your lives. It’s always inspiring. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you Laura. Happy Christmas!

[@atfundramccoy8999]

Happy Holidays 💚🎄💚🎄 from Memphis Tennessee...

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Happy Christmas!

[@HL-we2rg]

Wishing you all a very merry Christmas and happy new year. Thank you for sharing your renovation vlogs and look forward to next year's

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you! You too!

[@alisonmckenzie1415]

Merry Christmas , enjoy your family time together.🎄🤗

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you! You too!

[@carolpalmer9606]

It’s was really interesting listening to you talk about where you would like to live in the world and would it change your style. I moved to France e 6yrs ago to an old French country farm house not far from lemoge. My style in the uk was modernish but since moving her Iv surprised myself by becoming old country french. I’m guessing it’s all the brocante I go to. So you never know.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

I could easily slip into the French Country Farmhouse style. It's not far from my own style.

[@kimjeffries991]

ABBA voyage is fantastic. Hope you have a wonderful time xxx

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you. We are so excited.

[@tinadamm6457]

Happy holidays🎄☃from Norway🏡🦌

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Happy Christmas. I would love to experience a Norwegian Christmas.

[@WendyMonaghan]

Merry Christmas to you all. I only found you a few months ago ,but so love your videos. Thank you.❤

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Thank you! You too!

[@Laura-rx9mp]

Merry Christmas! Cann't believe the bedroom almost done!!!!! Cheers

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

It is! We were chatting about it today. It should be relatively easy to finish now. Happy Christmas Laura!

[@laura2842]

Likewise! Louisa, Mark, Rowan and maple ( oooooh Cannt remember your second daughter’s name!!!!! Cheers

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

It's the illusive Immie

[@thecatsmeow50]

Omg! Glad I made it! Thank you for doing this.

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

It gave us an excuse to stay in bed ☺

[@davidporter9529]

You look so cute sitting in your bed I love your pjs does mark ever brush his hair? Merry Christmas

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

I'm glad to report that Mark had been to the barbers today for a smart Christmas cut 😊

[@gardenroom65]

You 2 are nuts!

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

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[@trudyduggins7253]

That must be why I'm knackered this is our fifth renovation and I'm in my 70s, but I have to get it done can't live in shite ❤

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Do you have a 6th renovation in you?

[@MaureenHoggarth]

poor mark just goes ahead with every thing you ask he seems no bother at all merry xmas to you all

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Merry Christmas

[@deborahwilliams1036]

I watch a guy on you tube called martjin doolard, he's renovating 2 Italian old barns/ houses , and he has subscribers that go and stay on his property camping and in return they help him out a lot, is that something that you'd be willing to do or something similar?

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

How wonderful!

[@joycecardoni6055]

May I ask, why you don’t just do one room at a time.?

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

Because it's a major whole house renovation project. Certain tasks involve every room and one task has a knock-on effect with another. It's like one big puzzle.

[@kayjohnston-526]

Louisa, how is your shoulder? Mark how are you doing?

[@elegantlyknackeredstyle]

My shoulder is feeling a little less painful today, thank you. I am keeping myself topped up with painkillers. Mark is on holiday now, so he is in full Christmas mode - happy and looking quite relaxed. I have one video to go and then I will switch off for a bit. Thanks for asking.

[@kayjohnston-526]

@ so good to hear!!! And very happy to hear you are taking a holiday break.