E14 RESTORATION VIDEO! SEE HOW FAR ALONG WE ARE RESTORING THIS 300 YEAR OLD HOUSE THAT BURNED!

[@pandoras_parlor]

I loved this episode!! It had all the things. A beautiful faux finish, old windows, architectural history lessons, salvage, misinformed weather vane enthusiasts and one big awesome kitty cat. All of my favorites!! Everything is looking very marvelous. Thank you for the video, as always 😁

[@ManWhoLovesTheMary]

We need more Laine and Kevins in the world, chipper and ready to save and enrich. I am continually floored the amount of knowledge they have in architecture. Things I would never think of. Like finding and subsequently restoring the original “stone” façade of the home. It’s so beautiful. Ending is NOT better than mending.

[@OurRestorationNation]

What sweet words. And I love that saying!!

[@TdotTwiFic]

Cherish the weather vain. Not the vain people. I probably didn't spell that correctly but this is my big hug to Laine. We all love the snap back snarky sarcastic Laine that put them lightening people in their place. ALL HAIL THE WEATHER VAIN. hail lol. Cheers.

[@l.a.glover9172]

weather vane, vain people, vein carrying blood. Isn't English fun?

[@infinitelightcouncil]

The faux marble is GORGEOUS!

[@WidowofSocTrangTiger]

🔹I really HOPE (no pun intended) that you truly consider publishing a book on the restorative process that includes ALL THE SIGNIFICANT HISTORY you convey in these videos.🔹

[@leemalinda2035]

Put bounce fabric sheets where you don't want mice to go stick it under the edge of your siding.

[@icemancometh8679]

Everybody's mouth when you show a view from the front porch 😲 I go right to....🎶 Just got back from Illinois, hit the front porch oh boy look at all those happy preachers dancing on the lawn!🎶 😁

[@jeanmullins3284]

❤❤❤ I am so happy to see progress on Hope!! The facade is lovely!! Putting in wavy glass will be awesome. Wow!! French history of Hope is so fascinating and interesting. Wouldn't it be cool to find remnants of other structures from that time!!? I absolutely love your interest in and dedication to the history. I love John!!! He is awesome!! Thank you so very much for sharing your restoration. You all are wonderful!!❤❤❤

[@jefflawrentz1624]

This is looking magnificent! Your attention to detail is what makes this such a special restoration. I’m glad you’re using wavy glass in the sashes. It’s always wonderful to get updates on this wonderful property. Thank you both!

[@KentuckyGirl]

So, Kevin put his foot down. He is not living in a pink house.😂 I love it. Also, I adore the cat. 🐈

[@ottilierung444]

Awww, I noticed the kitty even before you mentioned her! (I have three of my own.) Finding all the history of the property and sharing it with us is so interesting! (I love history!) The faux marble on the front of the house looks awesome! Excited to see the final reveal of Hope restored!

[@pamhutzell8268]

I have been waiting for this video, Thank you so much!!! It is so 😅exciting ! It's really coming along!!❤It's so cool!! Love it, I know you have been working so hard , you made my day !!! ❤

[@ghostdlited6840]

Great to see all of you artisans lovingly restoring this structure, BEAUTIFUL !! 😊

[@sallygreiner5724]

Super progress! The play doh explanation about how marble is formed was so good. I never knew that. The faux marble looks great. Thank you for the update.

[@SaPa-l3k]

Love that you’re putting WAVY glass back into the house. I’ve enjoyed your channel since it began through each of your treasured adventures.

[@ranaekeithly9187]

Laine, Id wager my bet on you everytime when it comes to your historical knowledge of so, so, so much, well read, dedicating your whole selfs life to what you do and know. I just really, really admire and like you. I like Kevin too, but you are such a miraculous person and good on you. I love what you do and girl you look fantastic, it's diffinately working. Great job as always.

[@stephenburns3678]

Thank you for explaining the process of sealing the charred wood. The carpenters' numbering system is a helpful piece of how Hope Farm was put together. The marbeling is worth all of your research and recreating. Thank you

[@ArtsWellnessCollective]

So much of Laine's unabashed southern sass in this video I love it. ❤❤

[@cynthiastratton1034]

❤❤❤ love the front of the house I can't believe it's not real is just looks so stunning!!! 😮😮😮

[@susiebohrer3595]

Your knowledge and study of Hope farm’s history is fascinating. I think it only makes sense for the owner to build himself a comparable if not better structure than those he employed or enslaved. Keep up the research! Love your channel.

[@lisalackas4036]

Let me be the first to say, BEANS! He's friggen adorable! The kitty is a chonk, and they both were throwing around those love looks! I'm so sorry your moment was ruined by know it alls 😢 I know i don't know a lot about historic homes so that's why I come and listen to you. You guys know alot because you've done your research! But what makes me love your channel so much is the fact that you care about the history cuz you don't want to spread misinformation. Which by the way is all know it alls do so don't let them ruin your day, week, month or even your year.

[@Bluegrassprincess]

I really love this faux marbling and glad you are highlighting it. It's so gorgeous and No ham or ribeye in sight! Lol

[@dianaengstrom8240]

Matthew's work is amazing! He also reminds my husband and I of our son so we love him even more!

[@kbVACArestatecarsnrvs]

You did a great "vent". Can't stand know it all's that don't know how to control themselves. Long live the weather vane! It's where it needs to be and to function as it was intended/made for. Part of the character of that structure. Great updates on the going on's there and again, you've keep getting blessed with the talent that's needed for the job(s). Love the fur babies!

[@kimberleyannedemong5621]

The facade is gorgeous. The kitty is beautiful. He is a big guy. He seemed so friendly.

[@JessicaMathias3]

John always impresses me! He and Matthew are such artists!!!

[@OurRestorationNation]

Amen

[@bobbistevens5648]

Thanks so much for the update. It was so interesting with all the different topics and introducing all the different craftsmen and sourcing of materials. I look forward so much for each new update.

[@michaelhealy1590]

Your hypothesis is very convincing. You are both enviable.

[@rie20100]

Thank-you Kevin & Laine for taking the time to keep us up to date on this amazing restoration. Merry Christmas! Much love!❤️🇨🇦

[@anitaodom5155]

Yay, for Mack saving that old wood!❤ I am crazy about old wood and, really, any wood. Ahhhhhh. Don't throw that away! Love your channel❤

[@JBfromMaryland603]

Love the historical sleuthing!!!

[@AprilRaine60]

Sounds like Matthew is a great politician. Playing both sides, making everyone happy.

[@laurie4468]

Day off, and I'm so excited about the new video! Love watching you two and all the progress you make on your forever home. 😊

[@suen4741]

I can’t believe how you were able to remove all that paint and now it looks amazing-

[@sylviajones4907]

Loved this video. Lots of interesting info! Just laugh at those folks who have no clue. Don't let them steal your joy. 😊

[@melindafurr2098]

Wow the marbling looks awesome 👏 after all the troubles the house is really coming back to life Congrats

[@Blessedbyadoption]

Coming from a carpenters great granddaughter and granddaughter. I love this update!! Merry Christmas to you and your babies

[@ShalimarH3331]

I Love what y’all are doing so so much hard work & going to be Beautiful it already is I Love the Progress Thank You for sharing with Us!!!❤️

[@huckcampbell5789]

A great video Miss Laine and Mr Kevin. So many things to be excited about. The front faux marble wall is gorgeous as will be those beautiful windows. Its so wonderful to find the right people to do what you need and that they are great humans to enjoy the journey with. Lots of love 🥰🥰🥰

[@daniellelamont7961]

The history of this place is incredible!

[@therealsoutherngarden]

I’m cold too, fellow southerner who once lived in Chicago for one winter lol got back where I belong as fast as I could!! Such great work you’ve done on this beautiful house💚💚closer and closer with every project to having her all shined up!!💚💚

[@zanna9857]

I'm in Northeast OH now but I lived in FL, GA, SC, WV, CO for 17yrs & the cold down there was different. It was a wet cold & went straight to the bone. Up here on the beach in Ohio, the primary snowbelt, we just had over 5.5 FEET of snow, 40mph winds, buildings collapsing, teen temperatures & an all out state of emergency. But I love it! 💞

[@shelleybrandon973]

I do enjoy all the info! The details are amazing! I love the faux marble Matthew painted he extremely talented. ❤

[@AlohaLowah]

Hanging Chad's. Dimpled Chad's. Oh how I remember the recount. Hope farm is coming along!!!! You're all doing such fantastic work!!! And Matthew is an amazing artist. As I'm sure Austin is as well.

[@jenihansen7201]

Matthew did a great job on explaining the rock and way the formations takes place.

[@lindaseale41]

You might be able to do dendrochronology on one of the beams on the section of wall that you believe is older than the rest of the house.

[@Blessedbyadoption]

The cat is like “what’s ya doooing”? 😂

[@sandydugenske299]

The cat remains me of one of mine. Always like to touch you with his paw. Especially your arm or hand. And she is also of a similar size lol

[@karenwright9123]

Wow, so much!! Loving the faux marble,beautiful work!! The columns look great! The history of all the piecey parts, so neat!! Thanks for the shout for Lexington.Ky.😊 So happy for you that things are moving along so well. Everyone involved, including you two, work so hard.Kitty, so cute. The tree lighting...oooo ahhh,Christmastimes a comin'!!! Yay.🎄🎀🎁Happy Holidays!!

[@marylaczko6539]

Love your lightening lesson!

[@MaurieDeaton]

People can be so rude, I’m sorry they pooped on your big moment. Just know that so many more of us celebrate your victories and respect you and your work! Big hugs to you both and all the furries.

[@BigSeance]

Oooooomg this was such a warm and fuzzy update! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Summersweet956]

Thanks you - just ordered the miracle sheets for my boyfriend's bday gift... which is a couple days after Christmas... Perfect- he is looking for a cool sheets for his bed. Perfect! Thank you and love your show!!!! You guys crack me up.. Shrek arms... hahaha

[@laurensouthgate2458]

The house restoring is amazing from the faux marble to the work done by the workers.

[@PhotoYaker313]

I have the biggest urge to touch that wall! 😍 It's gorgeous!!

[@Jeff_Reed]

It’s looking so good Laine & Kevin! I’m sure y’all have already considered this, but have you looked into having dendrochronology done before you close that front wall back up?

[@gypsy1588]

Wonderful update. You have great artistic talent working on Hope. I agree with you regarding the wall. Regardless of what others think, go with the research you have done and your gut instinct.

[@heidigresh2743]

Loved this episode. I saved it for when I was able to really watch without being interrupted. So interesting! Thanks for all you do.

[@suzycreamcheese8888]

How incredibly interesting! ❤

[@bishop2b394]

You guys worry to much about what people say and I can't help but think that the majority of the people that were worried about the weathervane really care about you and don't want you to go through the pain you went through with the other house. You are loved. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

[@sharonmoller6757]

Thank you Laine and Kevin for all you do and have done.! Your videos are fun and informative. I enjoy and appreciate them immensely. Merry Christmas!

[@OurRestorationNation]

Thank you so much! Merry Christmas to you.

[@boonieleblanc5385]

Loved this episode!

[@RebeccaDBergman]

God blessed you folks big time! Great to hear all is going well. Happy Holidays 😊

[@laurieleon9201]

Beautiful ❣❣ Good job y'all.

[@kathyallen2192]

Love all this progress! But not going to lie, Bones is my favorite part! ❤️

[@christineherrmann205]

Yay nearly having plumbing and electrical done. Congrats, guys.

[@kathysultzbaugh3858]

I feel that the history of hope farm is very very interesting

[@David-tm8sl]

What an amazing and quite informative adventure! Can’t wait to see the final reveal 😊

[@Pinkguming]

As a lifelong Ohio resident .. y'all are so cute! Cold??? 😆🤣😅

[@karenlynn7731]

Such a good overview & update. I love the education you bring to all of us. Thank you so much!

[@AprilRaine60]

It's snowing as I write this in Northern Idaho. It's 29F. That's a phat cat! Wow!

[@CherylSimser]

Thank you for this wonderful update.

[@loiscarteaux9389]

Love the history.

[@soccermom1245]

I recommend Royal Canin Weight Loss canned food for the beautiful kitty. Oyr vet said he needed to reduce his weight very slowly. Half a can in the am and half a can in the pm. It took a year but he lost 6 pounds! SO MUCH BETTER!

[@kathystallings7088]

Your passion for this project is so inspiring! You all are truly stewards. Blessings to you both and all your fur babies! Merry Christmas!

[@oxwoman8]

Oh, I loved this episode so much!! I wished it were longer. Miss Laine, you are looking so pretty! How did the windows turn out after you steamed them? I'd have thought they would have warped but you know what you're doing for sure! Can't wait for the next update. Merry Christmas, y'all! Cheers from North Carolina

[@gas4348]

I absolutely love the work you have done and are doing. It is spectacular! The marbling is exquisite, I cannot wait to see this house in its full glory. That early wall is so intriguing, have you considered having it potentially dendro-dated (perhaps with a sample from that header?)?

[@OurRestorationNation]

We’d love to but there aren’t enough comparison samples to get an accurate date. 😔

[@gas4348]

@@OurRestorationNation Oh, what a shame!!! Well, at least your home has at least one fun mystery in it, although I bet there are many more! And thank you so much for your reply! It made my day just like your videos always do :) I just love to study old houses and the way you present them and restore them always melts my heart. You and your videos are just so charming, I cannot stress that enough! Greetings from the Czech Republic from one very delighted admirer of your work :)

[@bestbros6053]

Love you guys!!

[@karenherod1991]

As always, enjoyable update. Learned some things. I have a "dependency" on 1880's house I am restoring maybe similar to the one you described. Believe it might have been very early cabin. Awaiting findings from a dendrochronology test. I was wondering if you could do a test on your old wall. Also wondered if you had pictures of the demolished enslaved persons abode? Very interested in these structures. Thanks

[@cheryllakin6736]

When someone loves you how can you not love them back no matter what speicies they are❤❤❤

[@tishstallings6625]

I’m SO GLAD ya’ll are back on You Tube again! I hope you sued that crazy lady in Arkansas for the damage she tried to do to your character. When one finger points at you there are still three pointing back at the accuser!

[@OurRestorationNation]

We’ve been here every week - a new video each Sunday!

[@tishstallings6625]

@ Thanks so much for your response. I haven’t been able to find you since that episode I mentioned.

[@OurRestorationNation]

Oh that’s so strange! We’ve been here weekly doing our thing. So glad you found us again!

[@tishstallings6625]

@ I’m in Colorado with my daughter due to age and health, but my home is Alabama.

[@Bluegrassprincess]

I love the details from the book (nice GIFT Kevin!) brownie points for sure! I loved learning all about it! Bossiage? SP unsure. I tried to Google it. I think it's taken me 3 attempts to sit and watch. I been busy of course with Christmas. Laine you sure look like your feeling better and svelte! Enjoyed kitty and the lovey dovey eyes dog gave so adoring. Have a merry Christmas guys and crew!

[@OurRestorationNation]

Merry Christmas to you too!! Glad you are enjoying the progress, and yes I'm feeling MUCH better!

[@barbarashelton6709]

THANK YOU !! We enjoy your up dates the front of the house is going to be beautiful.

[@patriciaraschdorf5514]

LOVE THE UPDATES KEEP THEM COMING THE WEATHER VANE COMMENTS RU KIDDING ARM CHAIR CRITICS TOO MUCH FOR ME MERRY CHRISTMAS

[@cheryllakin6736]

Excellent info on building style

[@SpanishEclectic]

Oh, definitely, spare us from 'experts' online. So am I really weird that I get excited over precision ornamental wood details being assembled flawlessly? (My paternal grandfather was a cabinet maker who had been apprenticed at age 17 in England.). People say our cats are like dogs, but I wouldn't know...we only adopt cats that like us. They always want to know who is at the door, and what we are doing, lol. Oh, but the golden nugget in this episode!!! That book of writings from Hope Farm's original owner!! How amazing to have such a thing. How could you tear yourself away? It's tempting to apply modern viewpoints to historic persons, so reading their own words can be such a surprise. I concur with your logic, and have doubts that his wife, though indigenous, would have wanted to live in a home that was less 'modern' than that of their workers. What a fascinating piece of history that you might have missed if the walls were not open from the current fire damage. The new faux marble job is amazing, and you've found such great artists (I'm including your carpentry folk here as well). You and your crew have made such excellent progress! Congratulations, and great job networking to save wood from old buildings, and those great sconces. Cheers, you two!

[@paulacarlson4365]

48 is a heat wave in MA about now!!

[@dawnsuntken1080]

I agree. I am from mn and would love to move down south

[@cherylmurphy778]

Love the video ❤️

[@michaelcheli5842]

It's currently 58 degrees in wine country, Northern California, which is not quite so cold as your 48 degrees, but it would have to be in the 70's for me to consider it warm.

[@kensteffes6712]

Awesome history

[@AuntieBrennie]

Thank you for sharing the progress and teaching us so much! Another awesome Video! Let me be the First To Say… Thank You for tolerating all of our cray cray responses! AND a GENTLE Reminder that ALL of us as Viewers can click on the 3-vertical Dots to the right of every comment and REPORT it as an inappropriate post. Laine & Kevin Big Hugs! B~}

[@thedigginggardener]

So while the walls are open, the header on your *early* wall looks pretty chunky, do you think there’s enough meat/ sapwood to get a dendro date? I’m sure the local Uni Arch dept would be interested.

[@cheryllakin6736]

Thank goodness the fire did not distroy the front of the house.

[@leemalinda2035]

Where I live in Washington the high was 31° and the low was 30°.

[@jelsner5077]

Looking great!

[@BlueSkyLtd.]

..." never liked cats" (?). How is it possible to "love dogs" but dislike cats. Dogs and cats are a blessings to humankind!

[@OurRestorationNation]

I think we didn’t understand or have a history with cats. We both love all animals.

[@cheryllakin6736]

Love your odds...lol😅

[@bhavens9149]

No, no no - 1723 vs 1775 is a VERY BIG deal! I like your argument as well. Pursue that info I say! Huge changes happened in the 1690 to 1770's era, I'd gnaw on that bone til I found some reason not to. ps, Love the faux marble painting. Will you put in a some kind of framed psa or something where the dependency remains are added into your repairs? tho seriously not sure how you are going to get all the history on that building annotated and available for educational consumption, its totally worth its own publication. Thank you so much for the update! ZenHugs

[@tristazerbe8119]

The boneses cameo 🥰🥰🥰

[@AprilRaine60]

Laine, please explain those huge flowers behind you and where you got them or did you make them? Merry Christmas to you both.🎄🎄🎄🎄🎅🎅🎅🎅🎄🎄🎄🎄🎅🎅🎅🎅🎄🎄🎄🎄🎅🎅🎅

[@kathysultzbaugh3858]

48 Is really cold in california