No 122 . FARMHOUSE KITCHEN BUILD. CRYSTAL CHANDELIER

[@rayn8740]

Nice purchases. Tracy, you are an amazing woman. What can't you do? Budo, I've already sung your praises. I love the craftsmanship you put into everything. Everything you do is done to the highest quality. Tracy, there are more ways of processing lavender. I've seen them placed in a pillowcase and lightly swatted against a flat surface. The dried blossoms fall away leaving the bare stems. It appeared to require little effort with quick results.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you for your lovely comments and your suggestion as well rayn 😊 xx

[@inabates8919]

Wish we had smell a vision, to be able to smell all that beautiful lavender ❣️ Love the chandelier, gorgeous 💋❣️

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

It's so good! ina 🤗 and we do as well we bought 4 in total 🤣🤩xx

[@jeanhawken4482]

The perfume must be breathtaking. Congratulations for another achievement.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you so much! Jean it's divine 🤗xc

[@_Tiamat_.]

💜💙💚

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you 😊 xx

[@luminyam6145]

Wow, the two of you are a pair of wizards, loved this video!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you Luminya 😊 the videos will keep getting better 🤗xx¹

[@dianesmith5254]

Lovely lavender bags Tracy ❤

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you! 🤗 diane

[@gohtt]

You can bunch the stems and sell them as picks. They can be used in food as picks, cabobs, teas, garnish and such. All parts can be used in baked goods, decorations and candle lighting. The inter stem is great for dried arrangements and Christmas decorations.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you @gohtt for your suggestions l still have a bag of the stems , this year is our first year so next year we will be making essential oils and candles and soaps and l have made Lavender Chicken which l will be making very soon for you tube ❤️xx

[@suemccoy7533]

Budo & Tracy I can't tell you both how much I enjoy your videos. There is just no end to your talents.! Have a lovely day😀

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

You're the best! Sue thank you 😊 xx

[@kimgreenaway2885]

Thank you Budo and Tracey, Love your podcasts and will order your lovely Lavender Bags

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Yay, thank you! Kim and you are welcome 😊 xx

[@pamkullman8839]

I bet that room smells wonderful with the lavender.. no need to wear a keep calm shirt when you walk in there! You probably sleep well from being exposed to all of that wonderful aroma!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

This did make me laugh Pam😂 l want tell you what's written on the back lol it was a joke from a friend oh yes like a baby 👶 xx

[@tinaemgequinn1408]

When you were showing us all of the wood you'll be using for the kitchen I couldn't help noticing the wonderful atmosphere your new porch adds to the great room, and perspective.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Oh thank you! Tina it really does we are super pleased with the porch 🤗 and yes we agree with you xx

[@kathywillis7459]

I just love how the two of you interact with one another. You seem like a really wonderful and loving couple. LOVE all the finds! Everyone of them is a real treasure in my book.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

We have been together for a very long time 37 years lol 😆 so we are use to eachother 🤗 so glad you did we have bought some lovy things lately 😊 xx

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you so much Kathy 🤗we have been together 36 years so a long time LOL 😆 and we are very happy with our finds 😊 xx

[@kathywillis7459]

@@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries We are right there with you; married 35,:together 42. AND happy:). It’s so nice to see you interact. It’s obvious that you have great love and respect for one another. ( Really love that you’re putting that beautiful chandelier in the kitchen)

[@denisemastromina7821]

Love the chandelier, Budo said it was a bargain but didn't say how much😢😢😅😅😅. Liked all your brocante finds, I do hope Tracy isn't held back too much by the weather

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Glad you do Denise we bought 4 in total and in an up and coming video we will share with you the chandeliers and let you guess what we paid for the 4. I have been in and out like a yo yo Denise now wonder l m losing weight up and down ladders and scaffolding LOL ❤️xx

[@denisemastromina7821]

@@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries you are looking good on all this work/exercise 👍👍👍👍waiting for next video

[@beverlymurray6554]

The house is going to be absolutely beautiful. Love watching the progress and I love the items you found to buy for the house. Thank you for sharing.❤

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you so much! Beverly this is what motivates us we know whatvthe end result will be. Thank you 🤗

[@zlatahume3134]

Your bedroom is really lovely now, very smart and cosy😊

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you! 😊Zlata 🥰

[@davelodge4984]

Fantastic lamps Budo, they are fantastic. 👍

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you glad you love them davelodge4984 🤠

[@melee2021]

Living the dream, is building the dream...I mean, what would you do if everything was finished? I really like the vids and appreciate you showing off your hobbies.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Yes we totally agree with you melee2021. Once the renovation is complete we will have the land, Lavender fields and the potager and flower garden to keep us busy and to still be posting on you tube for you all 💞xx

[@kathyeggert1983]

You can plant the seeds in the bottom.. they sprout quite easily for nursery stock. I cut the funnel for a larger opening!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you Kathy great idea 🤗xx

[@bethsheeba1198]

Hi guys, another informative video. Love the little lavender sachets Tracy. I like the photos of the old ships. Chandelier is beautiful. Lots to learn in this video. Cheers from Oz. xxx

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Glad you thinks so and yes they are super cute bethsheeba thank you once again❤️ xx

[@chateaudelannoy]

the place must smell lovely with all that lavender 🥰 very creative Tracy 😊 lovely chandelier , chair and lantern guys

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you! 🤗 guys xx

[@AbellTo]

Those lavender filled pouches are superb

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you so much 😊 Darren they have been a good seller on Etsy

[@kathyeggert1983]

I use the hand wipes to clean the crystals.. You don't have to dry them or anything... Quick and easy

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

We had two very big Chandeliers in the UK and it use to take me 1 half hrs to clean one it was very relaxing . We will try this Kathy thank you Xxx

[@auntytutu]

If your bedroom is any indication of your style, the kitchen is going to be magnificent, the anticipation is wonderful!!!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

You are so lovely Aunty Tutu your comments are so wonderful and positive ❤ xx

[@kathyeyesopen4078]

You two are Amazing! So busy and productive! The chandelier is gorgeous and I love the chair and the pictures! Ilove the Lavender bags, very pretty. Hope you are safe from the storms that have been ravaging France. ❤❤❤

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

You're the best! Kathy thank you 😊 yes we were very lucky were some people were without power and had a lot of damage 🤗xx

[@heathermcrobert9779]

Love the chandelier and cannot wait to see the new kitchen!!!!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

We cannot wait either🤗

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

We are the same it will be such a game saver 🤗

[@brettkruempel244]

The sachets are made with such care and love that I had to go right to Etsy and make a purchase. The chandelier is lovely. Altogether your purchases look good and are a great bargain. Looking forward to seeing the finished porch.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Wonderful! Thank you so much for supporting my Etsy shop brettkruempel244 and yes we love the chandelier 🥰xx

[@mbuonato]

That chandelier is gorgeous. You and Budo have worked so hard to make your home an amazing place.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

It really is! And thank you 😊 xx

[@lmcburney]

Lovely to see you and see all your progress on the farm and your crafty goodness!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you so much!lmcburney 🤗 xx

[@amysimpson646]

The chandelier is beautiful. It's perfect size. Love the ship prints as well. They would make a stunning gentlemen's parlor.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you @amysimpson glad you love them and great suggestion ❤️xx

[@elizabethcazan4049]

O’Boy. A moment of decorative dedication shining a beautiful light on all of the expertly executed work you have both put in to your labor of love. You are both an inspiration and a little bit intimidating in a very nice way. Lol. ❤

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you so much 😀Elizabeth cazan for your lovely comment we really appreciate it 😊 xx

[@janwilletts1986]

I use my jam funnel to fill my lavender bags, it has a bigger opening and doesn’t block up !

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Good idea Jan l ended up doing it with my hands just a quick Xx

[@LilybetMells]

I've just ordered my lavender bag YAY!!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you for your support LilybetMelts it smells divine

[@johnoleary528]

Great progress Budo and Tracy 😊

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thanks John 👍

[@jomcd2073]

The lavender bags look lovely:)

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you 😊 they smell divine

[@monicajensen859]

Love the laps❤

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you Monica glad you do 🤗

[@susanfabian1521]

😮😊😎

[@elizabethsolomon2864]

Such beautiful treasures! You and Traci are so talented and hard working. The home you’re building from rubble will be so cherished and lovely! Bless you both❤

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you so much!Elizabeth 🤗 xx

[@theresasaunders9773]

Budo and tracey u both are amazing at building stuff ,u see a vision and just bring it to life cant wait until nexted week well done

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Theresa thank you and tune in Friday for the next instalment 🥰😘

[@JoanneSolomon-z5x]

So glad you're back!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you 😊

[@paulagardner6128]

Nice finds. I think a crystal chandlier would set off your bedroom. The one you found is lovely & rhe height is goid but you need one with a larger diameter.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you @paula but unfortunately we do not have the head height in our bedroom but thank you for the suggestion ❤️

[@kathrynriggs2489]

It must smell wonderful up there!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

It does @kathrynriggs2489 and in the attic above our bedroom ❤️xx

[@mocarra100]

That is going to be beautiful brick work when you get it pointed! Much love from Oklahoma USA Jackie 🇺🇸 💖

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you mocarra l am half way down tbe wall and it looks beautiful 😍 xx

[@meri8746]

The Lavender bags are so cute! I love the chandelier, pretty chair and the maritime prints are beautiful! Can’t wait to see the kitchen coming together as the craftsmanship is always gorgeous and done to perfection ! ❤

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

We are so glad you do meri ❤️and thank you xx

[@torrerobb2238]

Looks like you found some bargins there for sure, the chandelier will look amazing once cleaned think you should keep it in the bedroom and maybe use the ships lanterns in the kitchen as they will be easier to clean.. just a thought.. The pictures look interesting sure they have some history as well. I am sure you said you were putting windows looking over the kitchen garden, assume that plan changed lol.. Poor Tracy has a lot off work cleaning that wall.. maybe if you are getting a lot of rain then that maybe the tie to pressure was as everything will get wet anyway.. anyway take care looking forward to the next installment.. Robb Torremolinos Spain xxx

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you Robb 😊 Budo has a long ladder 🪜 😀 yes the pictures are very lnteresting . I am half way down the wall pointing and it was so easy to remove the lichen . The plan was to jet wash it all bit it wasn't needed. Thank you for watching 🤗xx

[@777tiswas]

Nice vlog, so clever and hard working. Hope we bump into you some day

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you and you never know @777tiswas 🥰

[@justoneacre7873]

Tracy, You must smell absolutely Devine after stripping back all that lavender! What a lovely work environment.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Ah thank you just one acre 🤗 the was a divine smell of lavender in the air for quite a while 💜

[@eiraparry3123]

Well done you two amazing work cx

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you so much ❤

[@bigboy77dk]

If the lady had more than one of those chandeliers, you should have bought the lot!!

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Thank you Bigby we did in the end and a video coming up next week buddy

[@bigboy77dk]

​​@@FrenchFarmhouseDiariesThat is great! 😊 I follow quite a few of the Chateau channels, and it seems like affordable, and more importantly nice, chandeliers are very few and far between! So better get them for a bargain, when you can! I'm sure they will come in handy 😁 Two of those over a nice dining table would look great!

[@pamkullman8839]

can't wait to see the bling that you have added!

[@angelhelen84]

Will you be having a rest in winter? It is a lot of work.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Hi Angel thank you no we will just keep on working as we enjoy what we are doing anyway 🥰😘

[@susanfabian1521]

Do they make wider brushes?

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Wire brushes Susan ? we think they do we have been trying to source one. But l am half way down the wall with the pointing and it looks beautiful ❤️xx

[@theophiluskampfer1439]

Love the pictures although I hope you don't offend any of your French friends by commemorating on your walls the famous British victory over the French at Trafalgar in 1805.

[@FrenchFarmhouseDiaries]

Lionel who is our french neighbour always speaks with Budo about the battles through history and of course Budo talks about the battles England won but there is no offence taken by Lionel xx