Just Another Discovery at the Convent

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[@sandrakicklighter2735]

The kitchen ceiling hasn't even been painted and yet it looks fabulous! The stone stairway to the basement looks soo much better. The attention to detail is wonderful.

[@Sharon-hn9wn]

Do they even need to paint it?

[@TR-rz1xt]

@@Sharon-hn9wn Yup, protects it.

[@ambilaevus7607]

The paint will seal the materials from cooking smells, smoke(cause we all eventually burn something when cooking) and grease penetrating. I had a spot in my kitchen I did t paint cause I thought I'd have the tile up soon ,( then life happened) and even though not close to stove it did get discolored from cooking stuff lingering in the air.

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

Man, Yannis is getting a master class on drywall, plastering and masonry work. Pretty soon you guys won’t be able to afford his trade skills! So glad Simon and Billy are willing to put their time and money into teaching and not just focus on completing the project on time on budget.

[@jbrieu]

It’s crazy how much of the work is actually demolishing previous additions. What’s underneath is usually good already.

[@bioyac]

Billy, I’m an archaeologist. Those beads are from the early 17 century and were most likely produced for the North America trade. These are small glass rods - blown like straws - with a hollow centre. Then they are cut into beads. Any archeologist in your area should be able to use those beads as an effective dating tool. Beads are very specific to manufacturers and time period. Wh

[@spacechimp4039]

Simon is so relaxed and natural in front of the camera!

[@TGPR233]

I was about to say the same thing. He is very good at looking at the camera and storytelling

[@childressherd1558]

Why does he want this out again?

[@diamondperidot]

I agree. I think this every time he explains his work.

[@catherinemushaw1956]

Yes, he is! And when you know the craft as he does it becomes second nature to describe and teach. Love and Light to All ❤ ✨️

[@sweetpea6814]

He really is. I loved listening to him explain stuff.

[@artslife3876]

Phil has an uncanny knack of arriving just at the 'right' time 😫😂

[@Polarbear44]

We had a guy in our group that we call blister. shows up after the work was done.

[@cremebrulee4759]

Poor Phil.

[@artslife3876]

@@Polarbear44 I know his sort, too well 😂

[@jenateer2518]

He may be your guardian angel

[@daedubois9428]

​@@Polarbear44😂

[@erbie-wan521]

Alex’s sweet dog wants more than a cameo role. 😁. Simon and Yannis did an excellent job finishing off the stairway. It looks beautiful!

[@melissaslate1621]

Every job site needs a Yannis!! He is incredible ❤❤❤ Simon is a master craftsmen. Very cool findings in the garden

[@hollybeeme]

Yanis is so hardworking!

[@suepittel426]

I truly appreciate that Simon is taking time to teach Yannis who is eager to learn and who works very hard,

[@annemackenzie7295]

Yes, he’s a natural TV presenter 👍 He has a lovely authentic way about him ❤

[@vivienanderson603]

I’m getting quite used to our little trips out to Brico together 😂. Lovely countryside

[@babzblu]

Love going for a drive in the truck with Billy and co. Gets me out of the house.😄

[@kelandcher]

That flooring Simon and Yanis have done looks brilliant. What a team! 😍

[@greerturner5925]

Poor Phil, he can't seem to come to visit without Billy putting him to work!!😂

[@beetee3272]

😂

[@jamieburns3379]

I love Simon ❤ he so good at what he does and has such a kind demeanor. Can’t wait to see how his renovation turns out.

[@bjbrown]

I am hoping that we get to see his renovation because he seems like such a nice guy.

[@jamieburns3379]

@@bjbrown me too!!! It’s gonna be nice for sure. I wish he’d make a channel but as he said there will be videos on Billy’s channel.

[@daedubois9428]

I appreciate the attention to the slope of the door etal. Attention to detail is something you cannot teach.

[@tammaragill9347]

Simon is as AH-MAZING teacher. I'm even learning just by watching him. As much as I enjoy watching the progress on the convent, I'm looking forward to seeing how Simon's house comes along as well.

[@bobr9895]

The ceiling is beautiful, the stone work looks original. Everything is looking wonderful!

[@Sharon-hn9wn]

Simon's work is impressive. Yanis doing great work as well. Good job, Billy. Happy weekend guys. 😎

[@anuhjarpe1812]

Hey,Alex you doing a great work with the filming ❤❤❤

[@nicoleheatherington4365]

Music great too

[@lauraagliata6757]

The opens feel more like watching a movie 😃😊👍Well done! Alex

[@deniseblackman5229]

Simon is an amazing craftsman and so kind!

[@lisaglynn3121]

I love Time Team! Think you guys deserve a beer! Enjoy today’s episode!

[@hildaflores5759]

Phill, Simon, Yannis, Ryan, & your camera man Alex are amazing Billie. Great Job!

[@hollybeeme]

What beautiful work Simon does! The stonework and the ceiling look wonderful! Well done, Yanis too, he’s fortunate to have such a mentor for this trade.

[@clairvoyant3109]

Billy, I love your ingenuity! Moving the slab was brilliant. You never cease to amaze me and props to your crew. You have been doing a fantastic job.

[@stevewarnalis7801]

Simon & Janus awesome addition to the channel!

[@user-tk4ur7sw8n]

Simon is such a personable individual & a great addition to the Pethericks “family”. He just loves history & is so patient with teaching Yannis. Hope to see more of “The Pethericks “ and Simon going forward.

[@delysesylvester3477]

I’ve imagined you converting the basement into a wine cellar shop. Perfect location. Guests who may not have the time or interest to travel to wine regions can buy a few bottles from your cellar. And of course a winery providing a special convent blend. The drawings you are printing would make beautiful labels and tell the history of the region and chateaus across France.

[@annettewalter2273]

I’m not surprised about the finds considering how old the Covent is. Simon is a gem himself isn’t he! Simon and Yanis together a formidable team. Phil arriving and supplying things for the party, you have a group of great mates Billy.

[@AngelaGWillis]

I know that Simon has already said that he is too busy and doesn't want to have his own You Tube channel, but he is such a natural in front of the camera and such a good teacher.

[@TheNaturalLawInstitute]

Billy, all; The combination of Billy and Simon makes for a great Channel. Please consider keeping it going. Very confidence inspiring together. And their discussions are interesting. I do love ALL the characters involved.

[@judynail1690]

Gosh the work is really moving along. It's great you have all this help from such personable and talented people.

[@donaldcorrell2518]

Introduction sound is so loud it overpowers the beautiful images. Love the channel.

[@nelleg152]

Love the floor in the hall. The bits and pieces Simon found are really interesting. Yanis is always there with a helping hand ❤

[@lindamitman4538]

Beer o’clock is a classic! Thanks Simon for all the knowledge you’re providing to Yannis and the rest of us. Have a great weekend and see you on Monday

[@MatildaMoss64]

I appreciate learning how everything is done as well, it's very interesting.

[@brislingerland3742]

The beads are beautiful. Sometimes you see them on graveyards. People make beautiful ornaments with these tiny beads. Like flowers and leaves. Brigitte from the Netherlands 🌷

[@mavep2855]

TGIF Billy and crew, enjoy your summer party and crack on on Monday.🙏🏼❤️

[@adriannecote5319]

Simon is getting to be a star on your channel.

[@swede716]

The little white beads might have been a miniature rosary. My grandma gave me a turquoise miniature one with small beads like yours.

[@robertnelson5355]

Simon is an amazing craftsman.

[@peggyjensen3717]

You've got a great eye Billie. All the renovations are so thoughtfully put together. Done with a great deal of integrity. Well done.

[@victoriatracey5919]

What a fabulous job Simon and Janis have done on that floor, amazing craftsmanship 👏🏻👏🏻

[@familydutton6568]

🎉 Happy Friday!

[@happygrandma5637]

Billy, it's too bad Brico doesn't deliver. Or, at least let you order on line to pick up. They must love to see you coming. Love that Simon likes Time Team. It's a fav and am so glad it's back. Hope the weekend clears up for Gwen's party.

[@susanhunter1164]

The kitchen ceiling looks awesome!!!!!!!!

[@WingedHeron]

The last couple of minutes on the find made me think whether you had already considered for a space that was tricky to decide what to do with, whether you considered a convent history "museum room" or maybe a small display/s in each room of what was found there or just outside. Updateable if lots found and maybe how the convent served the community in the past if it may be used for community events in the future, which I think was mentioned in one of the videos this week. Maybe the last one

[@shannonmcmillin5359]

Oh wow Billy that is nice.... WOW... so pretty that door way is

[@anuhjarpe1812]

Finally something i can watch ❤❤❤

[@margielynch7196]

Ha to all you first people, I got a personal invite to the party tomorrow and it was delivered by a unicorn with rainbows shooting out it’s rear. Can’t beat that 😂😅❤🎉

[@lindabryant4292]

The stone work is exquisite. Perfect job. He even managed to make the pointing very close in style to the original artisan. I am impressed with Simon. 🧡

[@annettesharrock1236]

I watch the time team. Amazing things they find very interesting to watch. Nice job, Simon, on the stones. Loved watching . Crack on ❤

[@annfinnegan2791]

Simon has done such a great job with jaunis.looks so orthentic. 👏

[@bentekaizer1996]

Simon has this quiet confidence that comes from years of experience. He's terrific in front of the camera. I know he has no interest in vloging so I hope you feature him as much as possible on future episodes at the Convent and in his own renovation project at his farm.

[@puckgroeneweg115]

Billy you are joking, Gwen would never sell the convent, she love you too much, and because it is just a good investment for the future..and the things you did already at the chateau, really, you got my deepest respect, so much work, with a great results and I hope you will be able in the future to repair the chateau kitchen.. maybe the next step, after finishing the convent….and that floor Simon create masterpiece .

[@trishdagle8276]

Simon needs his own TV show. I could watch him all day.

[@deborahr2236]

Lovely job Simon and Yannis 👍🏻 love Simons humour 😂

[@mannyortiz4814]

Billy,Simon,Yanis, and Alex my convent angels. Today’s video is a very busy one. So much to do. I’m glad to see the progress. Well until tomorrow. Take care and stay safe my convent angels. Love ya 🍺🍺🍺🍺🇺🇸🕊👍🙏😇🌞🌈🌹❤️

[@Murphy5-5]

15:07 Yanis just getting the right tools before billy even knew he needed it

[@rostallar4243]

Massive garden now it’s been cleared, will look amazing when it’s finished & replanted. Yanis is learning more than just plastering.

[@kristine8338]

The nuns would be proud of you and your work. You are honouring the convent. 🇫🇷

[@jackieb888]

I find Simon's energy to be very peaceful and reassuring, ❤

[@sweetabby1106]

Of the "jewelry" found in the garden, the broken piece that's flat on one side looks like half a buckle.

[@Nlingenfel]

How I look forward to your videos, you are a great boss, and wonderful friend to so many. Have a great weekend with Gwen and all of your family and friends,

[@lotusdolphin]

First of all, I’d like to address the beads that Simon found. Those look very very old. They are called seed beads and they are hand blown glass probably from Venice or Japan. really an incredible find and you were right the wire is probably silver. Next the steps going down to the basement look absolutely spectacular. Nice job, Simon and Yannis. Great to see Phil again. He pops up at the best times. Love this one as well, Billy Thank you. 💜😎🤗🫶🇺🇸

[@choochoo9506]

As a woman, I've always preferred hanging out with the men while they/we worked to fixed stuff. It's always been way more fun to me. Now that I'm old, I can still do it, thanks to you guys!

[@lisac1110]

Oh if walls could talk the tales they could tell and yannis and simon are great together seems like things get done faster 🎉😊😊😊❤

[@lorispencer2046]

The basement entry looks great. I loved Simon's finds from the garden. His idea of a special video featuring garden finds would be fantastic.

[@LordUSABless]

I really like how Alex is doing the videos, music and shots.

[@lisagallo1745]

Oh please keep some of those rustic timber rooms as is, so full of period spooky charm.

[@irenekane4714]

I love listening to Simon.

[@ZoeShears]

Phil is amazing he makes me laugh so much

[@brette6117]

Always love a cameo visit from Phil. Simon is an awesome craftsman & teacher AND he seems to be a natural on KZbin - You better watch your channel Billy. 😄 Yanis is the textbook definition of apprentice. It's so cool to see him REALLY hungry to learn and to get in there and put in the time. Also - don't think we didn't spot Ryan in the background.....Great Progress, great finds.

[@kariannecrysler640]

28:30 I love Time Team! They have begun filming new digs for their KZbin channel. Completely funded by their subscribers.😁✌️💗

[@deborrastrom8559]

Ceiling is Unreal!!! Perfect🎉🎉🎉. Your almost at 300k Billy 🎉🎉Yippie😅 Hope you get your 300k by tomorrow's party!

[@sr.marycatharineperry6693]

I haven't driven a Ford in 35 years and there you are in France driving a US car. As you were driving to Brico I was thinking, "Why doesn't he buy it by the square yard (or meter) and get a truckload. I am in awe of the scope of this restoration work and your persistence. I would have put up drywall in the kitchen and be done with it. Every episode I've learned something useful. With all the craziness in the world you guys give me hope for humanity!

[@loraoflahrity130]

It's easy to trust your measurements Billy, because 9 times out of 10 you ARE spot on 😊

[@brendajones1763]

Simon is so talented he does fantastic work!! He is a true jack of all trades.

[@lhmcd5538]

Great montages Alex. I love your dog trying to help Simon. Helper dogs are an important part of life. Nicely done Billy with the step with the help of Simon. Yannis thought ahead and had all of the tools you would need by the looks if it. Good one Yannis. The floor looked beautiful Simon. Great job. I was worried that you were going to hurt your little digger Billy. Thankfully not. Phil was generous in getting the supplies for the party. Billy, Gwendolyn is the love of your life so stop pretending otherwise. 🤭 Thank you. May you all please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩

[@joannemacintyre251]

Never disappointed with the content here!

[@merryllthomas808]

Simon us such a craftsman! Yanez is so lucky to learn from him. Keep up the good work guys!

[@brensheart4874]

The roses look lovely against the convent wall.

[@christinahumphrey9143]

The new floor looks amazing! Well done!

[@lauramclaine504]

In the back of the convent when Billy was doing work back there a woman’s shoe was on the was being dug up. It looked pretty old. It was a buckle shoe. I wonder if he seen that.

[@lucillkryger8268]

Oh my what a beautiful spectacular floor repair Simon you are an amazing craftsman and teacher to Yannis. Your the golden team at the Chateau 👏👏👏. Looking forward to seeing the progress on the Simons farmhouse as well. Have a well deserved fun weekend all 👏👏👏♥️🇨🇦

[@sallyrowland6063]

Simon certainly adds another element of interest to your vlogs !! He has a great knack of providing interesting commentary ❤ 👋 🇦🇺

[@autodidactin]

Thank you all for another week of great videos! I really enjoy all of Alex’s “Convent exploration” footage at the beginning of the videos; always love me a bit of b-roll! Simon’s workmanship with the stonework is just outstanding. In addition to being a skilled tradesman, he also has the gift of being a good speaker and teacher; a real asset to the Crack On Team.

[@judyhunt123]

I really love the opening shots at the beginning of every video. The convent is such an extraordinary building, I'm so glad you are restoring it, and saving an important piece of history. Well done Billy.

[@ChaCha-lt8rx]

I'd frame all the bits and pieces you find during renovations and display them .

[@sarahsaul9177]

You really hit gold when yougot Simon involved with the renovations i do think everyone who is and has helped are amazing but to watch Simon is so calming x well done to you and all i wish you all the luck in the world x

[@sandrawithey5143]

This channel just gets better & better. Bravo to all of you!!

[@lisagallo1745]

Beautiful stonework!

[@kerryurech]

I am kind of secretly in love with Simon! He is so interesting!

[@kathywillis7459]

You mean NOT so secret now😃😂

[@melanieparis8697]

😂😂😂😂

[@cherylmcnair5594]

Just on time Phil lol. The renovations are recreating the convent in such a wonderful way, and it’s no wonder with so many talents working on it 😊

[@helenstella2666]

I’m so fascinated with all this & how you know to look for the old stone door step. Great finds in the garden too. You guys really are ‘cracking on’ & I’m loving every minute ❤

[@karenbradley8851]

The staircase to the basement looks perfect like it's been there forever. The door stoop is great. Looking forward to the new doors

[@ToniannDonnelly]

Yanis and Simon you two are the best workers,you truly are.♥♥

[@resh..]

Billy... With these 25 - 30 minute videos, you are spoiling us!! ❤ Also... when it comes to the "epic" part of the intro music... could you turn the volume down just a wee bit, thank you!!

[@louiselewis5061]

Beautiful job on the floor by basement steps. Can’t wait to see the railing in place. Always so much work to do-shoveling sand, tearing out the step, cutting rocks-the work never ends. Very impressive, Guys. Have a fun party this weekend.

[@karensloman5787]

It seems to rain a lot over there.

[@goldenlady9797]

Stonework looks amazing. Good job guys. Gwen, please keep Billy and the convent. 🤣🤣🥰

[@fiberotter]

Panning over the ceiling in the opening and I was struck at how nice the ceiling looks now.

[@Rain-Peters]

Yay. Another great video

[@mbuonato]

I could listen to Simon all day. He had such a soothing voice.