Part 7. Mural creation! replicating a historic advertisement & getting the walls up! General Store

[@olliejilliangil8382]

How special to come across the Madam Rac video here! Her jewelry. The pine cones. I swear she said “ After a while I”ll have to have you make your way through my house.“ 🥺 I started this channel with her home and went back to the Potters House and working my way to current. It’s just amazing the way life works.

[@heatherferguson265]

Alex, who is as charming as they come, did something I never would have thought of. He asked Betty if she wanted to ride in the front or back. Class act, that one.

[@joanmilano5302]

You were so good to Mary and now to Betty. Your mama raised quite the gentleman. :-) The store's looking great, love the sign!

[@pamalapeterson5352]

I hope you KNOW you are a very special person...I am 71 year old nana and believe me men like you are hard to find! Your parents raised you rightly!

[@ritamilford3129]

Your mum must be very proud that you turned out to be such a fabulous man. I admire you and your lovely wife.

[@sandranokes7443]

I love this one! The painter is magic with a brush. New electrical guy. Floors done. Walls insulated. Lights working. Paintings hung in the store. And the lady who sold you the Cadillac is beautiful! That long beautiful flowing white hair. The bright clothes. She's just everything! You meet the most interesting people. I'm in the US and don't ever meet interesting people. And this is why, they are all in Canada! I just love your adventures!

[@mspatti]

Betty the music teacher in every shade of red and pinky purple hanging out in Starbucks in her 7th or 8th decade marking her student's homework. She is my favorite treasure in this video.

[@en2911]

Wow Alex, you never cease to impress us with your capability, productivity and kindness. It's a pleasure to watch. Such a true gent 🎩

[@Ashley-ku7is]

Omg Betty is such a beautiful and interesting person. You really meet the best people. ❤

[@stephanybrand6875]

I love her colorful clothing!

[@Ichthus61]

Yes, she is a beautiful and sweet lady!

[@AnotherMADCreation]

She's someone I'd love to sit and chat with....

[@squirrelorama]

She's a star, for sure. Hope she gets more screen time!

[@shinyshinythings]

Alex seems to see the best in people and this is how (I think) he brings out the best in people. Which makes him good people!

[@kathleenmcmlvii7368]

Dave is awesome! I love his little philosophical saying: "Good equipment doesn't make bad work any better, but it does make good work a lot easier to do"! Truth!

[@darlenevm]

Dave’s sign work is fantastic! True artist. Everyone you have in your videos is so nice! Dave, Dave’s wife, Jeremy, and the sweet lady who’s selling her father’s Cadillac. Store is looking great!

[@linhun944]

His sign painting skills are fantastic but his centering skills are not.

[@callumbush2]

@@linhun944 It's all the wacky backy he smokes, hence the misspelt sign in a later episode 😂

[@scrapgirl82]

Madame Rac is a treasure among the music education community. How funny that once again you have basically inadvertently connected yourself to another wonderfully accomplished musician in our city! :)

[@CuriosityIncorporated]

She is a wonderful lady :)

[@squirrelorama]

Alex you discovered a new star IMO!!

[@cindylotysz6159]

Once again your kindness shows thru, you made her day with a car ride! Awesome

[@hrhkittkatt]

It is so awesome how much of a gentleman you are. You are so honest and sweet, it makes you great to watch. No drama or yelling or complaining, only how to fix problems, looking on the bright side, and getting things done. Thank you!

[@FireCracker3240]

Also, can I just tell you how much I love, love, LOVE how you interview everyone you interact with? They are always so happy to open up to you. It's your natural charm and kindness that people really respond to.

[@RandySchartiger]

I really have a lot of respect for you going back taking that lady a ride once more in the Caddy, very nice of you and I'm sure it made her day! cheers!

[@pegsbarton6353]

I have soooo enjoyed this video Alex...from the coffee bean high, the lovely lady with the cadillac [and you giving her a ride], the developing store and watching good craftsmen do their stuff, and you teaching your son how to use tools and the family helping out in the art gallery room...I could go on and on..it's just so good to see such things going on in this world, I wish your take on people and life could be bottled and fed into the water system so everyone was enriched by it. You must have "good guy" written through you like a stick of rock candy!

[@Xeknos]

Man, if I lived in Canada, I'd come help out for free. I love doing this kind of stuff. Between the Potter's House and watching this renovation, this channel is my new go-to for good, wholesome feels.

[@juliaharper7526]

The signs are amazing, I can't believe what a steady hand Dave has.

[@basstrammel1322]

He's a pinstriper, that's for sure.

[@pj4345]

Oh Alex..Even though I watched the whole episode, want to say right off ...I can't help but remember the promise you kept to another very Sweet Woman..A ride in your "Ghostbusters Ambulance".. Thank you for keeping your promises.. You have a good soul to do that, an I hope your Children take note of your True Intentions. Loving the new Signage.. Very Oldschool, you sure picked the right guy for the job!! The outside building is coming together nicely also. Looking forward to the finished projects with it.. I enjoy your Crew Team.. Great bunch of folks. Blessings for you all. As always...PJ 🤗✌❤

[@Dallas-Nyberg]

Two big thumbs up to Dave... it is great to see a sign guy actually using a brush. Sadly, that is now rare to see, due to the use of vinyl rather than paint these days. It looks like he is using 1 Shot Lettering Enamel. If he is, that sign work will last for many, many years. It's all starting to come to life, Alex... I think the shop is going to become a popular icon in Edmonton. Cheers

[@CuriosityIncorporated]

Thanks Dallas!

[@hellsbells112]

I absolutely love your blog! The projects, the progress, the characters you encounter....love Betty, and the fact that she was able to ride in her Dad’s car one last time, was really special. I love your dedication to preserving the things of yesteryear. So important for generations to come!

[@karenroberton3290]

The music teacher is so lovely. Most startling blue eyes. The shop is looking fantastic.

[@phangirlable]

Still such a beauty. She must have had men walking into things on the street back then.

[@makeuplover6852]

Once again you consistently demonstrate such kindness and as many others have noted, you seem to just attract wonderful people, this doesn’t surprise me, I find this happens , like attracts like. I am enjoying this as much as the Potters house series, they are very different but yet both so enjoyable to watch. I have almost totally stopped watching tv and instead spend any viewing time I have watching things like your series...so incredibly enjoyable and FAMILY friendly ❤️❤️❤️

[@myfamilymatters]

We are so loving this series Alex. The people that you meet and introduce your audience to, are absolutely intriguing and lovely. You've created a beautiful neighbourhood of friends and acquaintances within your huge city. It's so much fun to see the "regulars" and then to see other familiar faces that you introduced us to, on your last project. Thoroughly enjoy watching. Thank you so much for brightening up you tube with your positive energy.

[@quietone748]

And I am thinking that the people living in the apartment buildings left and right are going to love having your shop there. You are really beautifying your part of town.

[@minz55555]

FINALLY finished binge-watching the entire General Store videos! I didn't want it to end! You are such a stand-up guy Alex! That was a wonderfully kind gesture to take Betty out in her old car. Her eyes sparkled with delight, and that smile said it ALL !!! Your wife is very blessed to have such a kind soul. Can't wait for Part 7!!!

[@maggiesue4825]

All those skills and professional labor - I come from a blue-collar family and must say 'blue collar' is a title to be proud of!! Such beautiful and efficient work. And that Cadillac - what a beauty. She just purred!!

[@gnubaum9768]

i think it's really cool that you support small businesses not only by hiring them to do work but also shout them out in your videos!

[@PaperandMoose]

"All because of a Hot Rod magazine... and I didn't have to cut my hair." I like Dave's style! Such great work!

[@JWeibertKM]

Good episode. I'm excited to see how Dave is going to make the Curiosity Inc part of the sign look as important as the General Merchant part. He's done beautiful work so far. Jeremy and Dave are wonderful additions to your reno team.

[@ThatYarneyZebraStuff]

If the men in society were as unafraid of hard labor as you are Alex, and provided stability for their families/children, the world would be so different. You are truly one in a billion.

[@phangirlable]

Betty could win a senior's beauty pageant!Love how the shop is coming along. I think Alex keeps attracting amazing people to work with. Good karma. :)

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

Very sweet Alex- Driving Miss. Betty and Dave you are a treasure.

[@lizmarin9568]

Alex, you're a class act! Good on ya for pulling a driving Ms. Daisy!!

[@chuckells5220]

You may want to make that advert into a t-shirt for sale in your store. I imagine there will be a demand! Also, start hoarding extra old bottles! Great souvenir for visiting Yanks!

[@truckerswife5060]

I would buy one. I don't even live in Canada.

[@emilyolsen3916]

I was thinking the same thing!😆

[@robertedward9456]

Charles HIllegas copyrights might be a issue

[@shannanjones5514]

"That's usually where the upstairs is" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I am dying. Thank you for another laugh filled episode. I just love following your stuff. The art gallery looks great, store is looking amazing. Lettering is fantastic. Can't wait for more 👏👏

[@Rivercat0338]

Alex on coffee beans made me laugh out loud :D You meet the coolest, nicest people!

[@RJ-er3gv]

Alex you nailed it. The store looks amazing. You really have taken the neighbourhood up in stature. Inside is looking good. I am for sure going to visit when in the area. We love that era. When we built our new house we made it look like the old 1904 that was dry rotten and had to be remove inside and out. We always get a kick out of comments by people when they say the old house is in amazing condition. Thats because its new built to look old. Didn't think it was possible to out do the potters house but you are well on your way.

[@janambrose4917]

So kind of you to take Miss Betty for a ride. She's a sweetie. Dave does fantastic work. Good job on the art room by Melissa and kids. Whole place is transforming before our eyes. Great!

[@caseyflorida]

1. Betty the musician is adorable! I'm glad you gave her a ride in the Caddy--I think she was very happy that you rescued her dad's car 2. Dave's talent is amazing! How he can paint a perfect straight line free hand with no stencil is unbelievable. 3. That addition is really starting to come together; I think the previous owners were impressed with how it has been changed!

[@janeysiegrist5061]

It's really starting to feel like a General Store! That notice board..yester years equivalent to local page on Facebook 🤣 love this series

[@FireCracker3240]

Oh my goodness. Alex, the store looks incredible! That signage, and advertising, is everything! What an amazing talented man he is to freehand paint those letters like that. I'm very, very impressed by his skill. You have such talented people all around you! The store is coming together beautifully, and I couldn't be happier for you. You and your wonderful family deserve this little bit of heaven. A dream come true couldn't happen to a better man.

[@hiddengemali8262]

Well I’m back , and just look what you’ve been up to , your a man of your word and always delivers . Great progress , your new dream project well on the way and it’s starting to look fabulous ... you also made a lovely lady very happy and I can’t think of a more deserving chauffeur to take her down memory lane ...

[@patricksnow1700]

I am in complete awe of how you have turned the store back to what it had looked like at one time or another .. great work Dave no amount of words can express your workmanship. Alex maybe if possible putting old style lights to shine down on sign on the front top of the store would make it pop that much more

[@thegrouchyfish]

I'm enjoying the transformation of your general store as much as I enjoyed watching the potter's house series! Keep up the great work guys!!

[@Chef-Really5365]

Dude Is Single Handing that Lettering : Rare Talent; Alex you rock the sox off of Talented People 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😎✝

[@magicgemmaster566]

Such a handsome guy with the perfect wife and most charming children..all this, yet you're quirky and fun and talented! Is there anything you can't do?

[@moladhdodhia1580]

Exactly !

[@babawali3021]

@Linda Catz I'll bet Alex is taking yodeling lessons right now. 😄 Plus, he not only plays the guitar, but sings along at the same time! 🎵🎶

[@garylydement5020]

His Aussie accent is pretty bad

[@pattyfarghaly1821]

Looking fabulous..lol when he said he didn't have to cut his hair I was just thinking the same thing.Ha ha. You have to be one of the nicest people around. I appreciate you and your family. Bless your heart for taking her out. Well done.

[@rosdoll]

Ahhh, nothing more satisfying then starting my day with a full dose of Curiosity Inc project episode! I am excited for the end result....but secretly hope it's not too soon! I so enjoy watching the process and I actually enjoy 'learning' through the episodes too! Thanks Alex and Family!

[@CathyMiller0711]

Betty is such a pretty lady with a twinkle in her eye. I love her sense of style! Can't believe you got that Caddy back on the road so quickly. The read windshield of that thing is enormous! And Dave's sign painting is absolutely awesome! So nice that Jeremy has you powered up in the back room now. Hope Jakota got his vehicles woes taken care of. Will look forward to seeing him and Josh in the next episode.

[@wade61265]

Your a class act in a world that can use more like you!

[@Moraymakeup]

....and just like that a new style icon has been discovered. All hail Betty!

[@LA-jf1zn]

Amazing to think a year later now your going through her home. What a story of a beautiful women. 🙏

[@debmottaz5876]

Dave has done a wonderful job with the signs. He’s a very talented painter 👨‍🎨

[@artist45]

I've painted 'tile' on plywood flooring and it's very close to the real thing....and warmer!! :) Plywood flooring can be a wonderful canvas to an artist!

[@FurnitureFan]

So true. I once saw a great rug, stencilled on the wooden floor of a pub in Dublin. May be an idea for a general store?

[@RachelRaeism]

I love how each person takes pride in their work!... Everything is coming along wonderfully! Loving the journey!...

[@dharper9332]

What an incredibly sweet man you are! It is all coming together for you.........good job sweetie!

[@staciemounts]

What a talented sign painter! Great job!

[@squirrelorama]

Betty is a fabulous new cast member! I sure hope we get to see more of her, she's a peach!! ❤️

[@therealJamieJoy]

AWESOME!! Betty is a sweet and beautiful lady. Good job on managing all this, coordinating and acting as your own contractor. Looks terrific, Alex

[@alohamd165]

You Alex are such a nice guy. That music teacher sure was cute, and she appreciated seeing her dads car cleaned up, and to ride in it again. Store is coming along nicely. 👍

[@oxtuckian]

Idon'tthinkthesecoffeebeansdoanything, gocoffee! I so lmao! 😂 Everything is coming along nicely too. Big kudo's to sign-painter-Dave, really nice work 👍👍 ..and POWER, yay! The Caddy sure looks pretty Alex. ..and you are sweet to give her another ride in it. Galant indeed! 😎 Love to the fam, the art wall looks fab as well. 😍 *waving from Indiana USA*

[@katieholsinger645]

Enjoyed the coffee bean overload! Your sign painter is amazing. And you, your son, and Jakota, should all be proud of how much you've gotten done!

[@dridleyroberts]

Wow!!! The exterior is beautiful. Dave is absolutely amazing. Hand stenciling is truly a work of art! The interior is awesome. Can’t wait for the next episode. Oh, also I LOVE Nu Grape soda!!

[@CobCeo]

The old ones. They remade it but it has newish ingredients. I remember nugrape and sunquist at summer camp. 1983.

[@marcijunebug]

What a sweetheart Betty is, awe, loved that...❤️

[@sheilawages7009]

It is so nice that you promote the businesses of the people who do work for you. You and Melissa are such giving people. All the work looks great. The picture room that Melissa and the children created is AWESOME. 🌷

[@ldg2655]

Hahaha!!! Your coffee bean roll made me laugh out loud!

[@mariaabraham311]

It’s so cool watching the progress of the general Store! Always meeting interesting people along the way with a story. Love the lovely lady with the Cadillac, it’s a beauty!!!❤️🇨🇦

[@its_not_it_apostrophe_s]

Dang. Dave is an amazing sign painter. I'm in awe.

[@scottm4969]

Love the Ginger Ale ad on the side of the store! Looks great.

[@lisauk6736]

Wonderful video Alex...I'm blown away at the talented and wonderful people you find,Dave and his sign writing are superb!!The new store is already looking incredible and it's a joy to see your vision come to fruition....The car find and fast turn around on getting it running is fantastic but also a lovely gesture to take such a sweet lady for a drive...I adore you all and your channel...Much love from the UK 🌹🌼💕

[@mollyk.4031]

Alex, You seem to attract the nicest and most creative people. Mary, Betty, Austin, Dave, Josh and Jakota are all true gems. Thanks for introducing me to these people. And thanks for taking me on another adventure. I look forward to more.

[@cute_canadian_redhead6747]

Jeremy is VERY good looking! I love his smile! what a sweet guy!

[@Ameliemichelle]

It would not be a Curiosity Inc. episode without a dad joke from Alex! The new shop is looking good

[@patriciageorge8988]

You get to meet the most excellent people. From your crew who has helped you to the folks who sell to and buy from you! So blessed! It’s all of them that makes your videos so real and enjoyable with your magic of great video skills. Thank you!

[@sherwpinkhair]

Such a great guy, Alex. You renew my faith in humanity

[@heathermckay2327]

Betty is such a Free Spirited Soul, just love her....

[@maxnoer6599]

I could watch Dave paint for hours

[@marykayshatzer3044]

You’re such a sweetheart! Your acts of kindness are very generous. And it returns to you through the great people who are your family and friends ❤️

[@maddieadams75]

Alex it looks wonderful. Murals 👍 Dave the painter is amazing, funny I had a friend that was and old pin stripe painter who said the same thing Dave said about coffee. Sweet taking that young lady Betty for a memory ride. ♥️

[@Lylo-mj8ek]

YOU Sir, Are one Awesome person! I would even venture to say, Idol material. Bless you and yours. Peace.

[@littleone7404]

Can Dave paint or what,love the painting wall Melissa and the kids did,and also glad your son wants to become hands on with the floor

[@marypavlou]

I'm loving the progress on the store and the signs but my heart melt with the ride.

[@vilstef6988]

Since Jeremy does electrical work, Thor's hammer would not be inappropriate! Dave the sign guy does great work! The Caddy is a beast in the best possible way!

[@quietone748]

Everything looks stunning! You hire the best handypersons to help you achieve your dream.

[@poephila]

Dave the sign painter is so boss!!

[@cassityart7001]

The sign looks LOVELY! Have the neighbors come by and commented. ❤️. I used to design and paint ads on board and glass store fronts. Working out in the weather is always a challenge. Wonderful progress. The city should recognize your beautiful commercial store.

[@Elizabeth-tb5wh]

What a kind man you are Alex! Taking Betty for a ride in her Dads car! 🥰

[@chassegallerie2910]

The place's getting awesome! But that Cadillac 😍 And the fact that it started seemingly easy after 24 years of doing nothing. That's awesome! Those old landboats are just awesome cars!

[@doreenbailey6130]

Sign painting .. what a lost art and a great job so impressed wow The old caddie looks great .. can you say driving Miss Daisy

[@chasingretirement]

Love the vintage look of the building. Thank you for restoring old buildings. Love your channel.

[@kathleenwhite2236]

Your video's are better then most tv shows! I am always excited to see what your up to! Like when your family helps too! :)

[@buildinit6523]

stop watching tv....rots your brain

[@awm6598]

I agree Kathleen. I pay for You Tube Premium. Dropped TV a couple of years ago.

[@rosarybennett]

How do you get everyone to feel so natural and candid in front the camera? Talk about a gift.

[@abuelitacaicedo3185]

rosarybennett talk to them often between takes? Video lots and edit?🤗

[@fuzzylop9164]

Dave is an artist. You rarely see such skill today. The store is looking great. Love the blues music you used.

[@debbiedusterhoft2870]

You have one of the kindest hearts I've ever seen. I must find this store when it's open and I'm in Edmonton. It's coming along so fast. You are all doing a fantastic job. Take care.

[@billstaggs2412]

That’s sweet that you got Dave and Laurie to do the paint great people I’ve known them for a long time😁

[@CuriosityIncorporated]

They are awesome!

[@ellebelle8515]

Wow, have you ever been blessed with the most awesome artisans/workers on the house and now the store. Dave's sign is just awesome!

[@donnapaton8951]

that was so nice of you to go back and take her for a little jaunt in the car,and the store is looking fantastic,be lucky x

[@IShallNotBeSilent]

You do not find many free hand sign painters anymore. From someone who use to do vinyl signage, this is more than just painting a sign. It is Art. I really enjoyed watching his awesome talent and beautiful artwork.

[@Ashley-ku7is]

Blows me away he can do that lettering fully by hand without a stencil. 🤤