Updated House Tour | Two Years Later!

I moved into my house two years ago so here is a big update of what progress has been made and what still needs doing!
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[@hannahdigitals]

your house screams creativity, I love how you’ve personalized the space. It feels so cozy and unique

[@angelaburress8586]

Stop 🛑 gaslighting her it’s tacky and overwhelming 🚩🚩🚩👀👀😬😬🧐🧐🤪🤪🫢💁🏽‍♀️💁🏽‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

[@Karina-jm2oe]

You brave girl! Buying that house was incredibly brave and you have done such a great job

[@ArielBissett]

this is really nice

[@rachmuffins7]

I have a clawfoot tub and shower combo, and I HIGHLY recommend it! Not only is it classy looking, but it's really convenient. Especially if you want children later in life, or if you need to bathe your dogs. I sit on a little footstool and having the tub raised about a foot makes baths way easier with my little kids!! Also, having the option for a bath if you're feeling sick, or stressed, or sore and just need a soak is really great!

[@anamariaolejnik]

OMG 😲 I want to see tbat!

[@ladiebug395]

I also have a claw foot tub with a shower. It’s a little small with the curtain, but honestly I don’t have the issues with the curtain that seem to permeate the claw foot tub online community 🤣🤣

[@andreamarvin9817]

I would kill for a soaked tub. It’s also great for guests. Most people don’t have the option at home, so it’s a great treat when I stay with someone who has a full tub

[@glitchy_taurus]

I have one too and I also highly recommend! It’s so cozy and convenient to have a big tub to soak in!! And there are plenty of creative solutions online to the curtain problem. I personally got one of those big wraparound curtains, cut a strip out where it needs to go around the faucet, and sewed velcro on the strips so I can close it up again to prevent leaks.

[@artxlife7236]

I definitely hate shower curtains in general so being surrounded by shower curtains is my nightmare - I vote go with the tub and put a shower in a different bathroom. I take bubble baths weekly and having a bath in a gorgeous bathroom is just perfection.

[@robincivis9501]

Man... I love that you embrace color, don't chase trends, and surround yourself with things you love.

[@beckyjohnson3153]

Your home has so much charm. I went with a friend to her aunts house when I was a girl. It looked so ordinary from the sidewalk, but when you stepped inside it had been done in pretty colors with beautiful furnishings perfectly suited to each spot and gorgeous window treatments and was truly a pleasure to just look around at while visiting. Your home has the same feel. We’ll done.

[@96mimers]

Would love a video on floors! A video describing what you learned, how you did them, resources you found, tips/tricks. And trifecta style: refinishing old floors/painting floors/installing new floors Would be amazing to have such a useful flooring resource video in one place (+ in your style it would be extra awesome) (++ it would technically be a free project cause it would mostly be footage you already have and not buying new things 🥳)

[@hannahhyslop6327]

Definitely test your water pressure for a claw foot bath. Especially for an old house. They tend to be deeper than a normal bath and take longer to fill. Our water pressure is actually very good but the bath is so massive it takes so much longer than our old one to fill. To the point it nearly starts getting cold by the time it is full. So definitely look into that or into getting a smaller tub. Also I’m short so getting in and out is a bit gymnastics-y which is not ideal when you’re all wet and slippery!

[@m.maclellan7147]

I did wonder if getting a submersible aquarium heater (made for fish tanks) would make LONG baths much more comfortable?! They come in different sizes and are fairly reliable (normally come with a warranty)...... I live in an apt. & have a modern tub/shower combo. The tub part is USELESS ! I was not able to submerge my body & I am 5 foot 3 ! I use the tub for handwashing things & bathing the dog occasionally. I LONG for a clawfoot tub!

[@mirrorballmusings]

I can't wait to see what you do with the spooky room eventually! 👻

[@lka9900]

@@m.maclellan7147 immersion heater for bathtub. Amazon has them.

[@renee72]

Wow, that is all good food for thought and stuff I never would've even thought of. Definitely going to add it to my "house in the future" info list.

[@sharonparker2262]

The new wood floors are great. It's always nice to see progress at your house.

[@naomimguzman9783]

Random but if you had a used bookstore I could imagine how comfortable, warm, and pleasant it would be. With your style, kind heart and goal getter it would be everyone’s favorite bookshop. I can see your burst of colors, wide section of books will be such a cool place to go (and spend all our money )

[@appledumpling4766]

I just love how your renovation is progressing. Your sense of aesthetic is phenomenal.

[@kathleenmaurer]

I’m on year 5 of renovating my little farmhouse…you’ve made immense progress for year 2! We’ve been dragging our feet on the roof since we noticed our first leak. It’s so hard to bite the bullet! Good job with all the glorious style and personality you’re infusing into every room.

[@susanmei9980]

Do the roof asap bc the leaks will ruin everything and cause mold to grow in places you can’t see or access and it can make you terribly sick.

[@juniebooks6113]

I can't believe it's been 2 years; it feels like we were recently just getting the news that you bought a house! I love your house and how colorful it is; it feels really happy. I also love your cat and can't wait for more renovation videos!

[@rebekahmenn2118]

The updates you've done in 2022 versus 2021 really make the house look mature and refined. I love that you initially got to have a lot of fun with colorful floors, but seeing your new floors really elevates the space to a whole new level. And the wallpaper in your bedroom is very chic. Can't wait to see your new kitchen! And you're right: clawfoot tubs look cool, but that's about it -- they're a huge hassle, incredibly heavy, and pretty dangerous since you have to step so high to get in and out of them. A bathroom should be safe and functional above all else; beauty is second priority.

[@winniethebish2893]

I found your channel exactly one year ago because I saw the first year house update. I can’t believe it has been already another year. Looking forward to more house renovations! ❤

[@s.armstrong2079]

it's so wild that it has been two years already!! the original house tour video coming out feels like yesterday.

[@Jax-jx5uu]

that's what i just thought! wow

[@heathern8043]

right ?! haha

[@hanno4374]

you moved into this house about the same time I got into uni. the first year was so bad and seeing your house change, reminded me of myself over the last few years as well. following you thus far shows me that change takes time I appreciate this because it had me reflect on how far I got too. I love your videos and I wish you a good day!.

[@waffelsmellgood]

Your bedroom style went from “ecstatic kiddie bright colors” to “upscale grown up traditional style”. I love what you have done so far! Bright colors go well with traditional decor, the old English decorators do it all the time in their homes.

[@nnbk_fornow]

U am so glad you got your roof done! It’s so important and definitely a big project. I also honestly love every room that has new flooring in it. The new floors really bring the room together.

[@oda_margrethe]

Wow, that little piece of hallway with the dark wallpaper is absolutely gorgeous! You’re making your house into a place where you also treasure the walk from room to room instead of just having to go through the “boring in-between rooms” to get to something nice!

[@oda_margrethe]

Adding to that - did you ever visit a big house/hotel as a child where you would run around to explore it all, and every time you would discover something new? I feel like small people visiting your house will think it is an adventure. ✨

[@MsPurplemushroom]

Nothing feels better than waking up to an 18 MIN Ariel video - you just *know* today's gonna be a good day 🥰 Congrats on all your progress!!! 🥳

[@georgiakuchinsky]

your house belongs in a studio ghibli movie, i adore it so much. can't wait to see how you continue to make it inspiring and beautiful.

[@reneecailloux2573]

I was just thinking about you yesterday: "I can;t wait for the next update on her renovations!" Love what you're doing! The dining room is GORGEOUS and so dreamy. I'm sure it shapes how you eat! Can't wait to see what you do with the kitchen.

[@MeaningfulLife330]

The wallpaper in the room before the room is so gorgeous!

[@percydoeseverything]

The progress you’ve made is so good! You can really see the love in all that you’ve done.

[@kazzerism]

I loved seeing the clips of your house 1 year ago vs now. You've made massive progress! It looks amazing, I especially love your stairway and upstairs hallway. I'm SO excited to see any future progress with your kitchen and the spooky room!

[@miarachelle14]

love these yearly wrap-ups! I think it's be a fun video to see you do all those small things you've been wanting to do (ie. upgrade a light fixture, switch out a piece of furniture in your brother's room, fix those lights in your closet, maybe do some paint touch ups, etc.) It would be good motivation to get all those small things done!

[@merrim7765]

I love your idea to put the chair/ottoman in your dining room! It makes a lot of sense to provide a comfy chair for someone who would like to leave the classic "sit up straight" DR chairs and visit in the much more comfy chair and ottoman.

[@whylal]

Your house, and specifically the vibrancy and the colours around are really inspiring for me for my spaces. I finally framed a couple of art pieces and hung them in my current rental and even just those two make me feel so good, a little step up from university rentals, even if it's just that corner of wall

[@sarahbrady6155]

your house as a whole is so breathtaking and wondrous!! each room is a whole new world of colors and fun little trinkets!! it sparks so much joy and it looks like the house I dreamed of as a little kid! 💛💚

[@drekfletch]

If you don't want the shower curtain, I recently saw someone had a claw foot tub set inside an oversized shower. Walls surrounding the tub with enough gap to clean. Still get in the tub to shower, but splashes would go to the shower walls, and it would drain onto the floor and down the shower drain.

[@Pkeats817]

FAB from living room to dining room. Perfect.

[@rosegarcia5069]

That Spooky room would make a super library.

[@Elwene2fr]

The roof is such a big thing. Although it's "only" one thing it's a HUUUUGE one and it being done must be such a relief. I can't wait to see what you're gonna do in 2023!

[@rcelestefelix9299]

WOW! You have made a great deal of progress in just two years. Everything is so unique and beautiful. You are represented everywhere in your house. You are bold and daring in your decorating. There is color everywhere, and I love that. You have worked so hard and that is admirable. I know that you will make your entire home and the grounds worthy of being showcased in any home decorating magazine, on the cover. Best wishes to you in 2023. I look forward to more videos and to watching your progress. Thank you for sharing, Ariel.

[@Khaleesi_Tess]

The best 'shower over bath' setup I've ever seen had a clear plastic shower curtain inside the tub with magnets to secure it to the tub sides (to stop it billowing and to prevent leaks/water splash), and a nice pretty fabric one outside for privacy and looks. The two curtains were attached so they moved together like one, and it looked really great. The magnets were amazing and kept the whole bathroom much more dry than I think it would have been otherwise.

[@dudeitsrudy]

Can’t believe it’s been two years already! I Remember watching since you first purchased this property. Congrats, looking forward to more videos!

[@jazziered142]

At first, I wasn't crazy about your color pallet. I realized I don't live in your home, and you have to make it joyous for you. But it's really grown on me over the last year. Now I think it's beautiful.

[@maryp94]

i think in the spooky room you should do a laundry room, since all the rooms are upstairs it be so confortable :)

[@ferntella]

If you or anyone in your home is a dedicated bath enthusiast, do the clawfoot. HOWEVER, if you think most people will still opt for the shower, just do a walk-in shower. I was so excited when I realized I had a bathtub in my place but in 3 years I have NEVER used the bath-tub. I always opt for a shower so I wish I had a walk-in shower rather than a bathtub I had to climb into. I had back and knee problems though so climbing into a tub may be more daunting for me than other people...

[@drummerlovesbookworm9738]

I think I told you this before, but I hope you’ve checked out Elysia English’s channel. They also bought a home sight-unseen in Nova Scotia. They planned a kitchen remodel but ended up actually doing the ENTIRE THING on their own except major plumbing and electrical. She built the cabinets. It’s very inspiring. You’re doing a fantastic job.

[@mysterygirl30011]

Love it. Can't shake off the thought I would have switched the armchair in the dining room with the one in the bedroom.

[@ZoeLateNight]

Great job! Each room has its own beautifully unique vibe and personality. A simple design technique when using lots of colors, is to take a dominant color from a room and incorporate it into adjacent rooms, that way, when walking from room to room, there is a little bit of the dominant color visible in the next room and so on. Hope that makes sense. Paint can be used, and also textiles, or other decorative items which match the dominant color in the previous space. For instance: the bright pumpkin color minimally added in the room adjacent, creates a cohesive visual flow. It’s all based on what we see as we walk from one space to another. Looking forward to the kitchen! ❤

[@sarahnoll9018]

You’ve truly made sooo much progress! I’ve installed one set of shelves this year and it absolutely exhausted me. It’s such a joy watching you piece it together

[@mandayful]

will you re do your parents room as well? I also would love to see garden/land work when you start to do more on the property because the property seems really special!

[@leecarlson9713]

Cleaning the spooky room is a major change! Don’t make less of it, because it’s so obvious a difference! Much less spooky!

[@pollyellman4905]

rewatching in preparation for the 3 year update!!! i can’t wait!!!

[@lollypopliz4]

The roof being done was a big one. It's kinda important to not have water leaks on your nicely re-done rooms. I loved seeing the smaller, but more detailed spaces you did this year. Like the little hallway, it might seem like a quick and easy project, but it took a lot of time and thought!

[@teresayeates3437]

I myself am not a maximalist however I can appreciate the style. It is nice to see your progress.

[@andreeam.1888]

More people need to give character to old houses rather than buying the modern ones that look the same from one end of the street to another. Love your project so far

[@A_197_THE_REBOUNDER]

I love a claw foot tub, but since your home is on the older side. If you do decide to go with clawfoot you would really need to put in supports because they are heavy and the water in them needs a lot of support.

[@debbiem2146]

Absolutely LOVE what you did in the upstairs hallway... and reading nook ... and the vestibule ... and ... you should be very proud of the progress you've made! Thank you for the update - I very much enjoy watching the house coming along. :-)

[@chocolate-eq6jn]

I feel your pain. I can't stand my cluttered, disorganized garage. The hubs and I are in the middle of tackling it, but we may get outside help, since it will take us forever and a day to do it ourselves. I stopped the video at 8:17 to tell you about Paige at Farmhouse Vernacular. Although she has decided to stop creating new content (she said "Good-Bye") to all of us faithful viewers, she has put out some videos on how to design a functional, efficient kitchen that will work for you! She even has an e-book that you can download. As a mechanical engineer, she tackles these projects from a practical point of view. Check it out! OK, back to the video.

[@ameliabee2003]

it feels like you bought this old house only a few months ago, i remember watching the first video when you were all excited about it! now its been 2 weeks, time truly flies!

[@MartaSofialp]

We have absolutely nothing in common when it comes to interior design style but I get a kick from watching you build your perfect and authentic little nest 💛 I wish you many many years of happiness in your beautiful home! Can’t wait to see what you do with it next!

[@katherinemclean3066]

It's gorgeous! You made so much progress, truly. I just realized that you never talk about where your parents stay--is there an area of the house that more or less doesn't exist for the purposes of this channel that belongs to them? Can't wait to see what 2023 brings!

[@carolineprince14]

yes, actually, their bedroom is right by the reading nook, opposite to the door into her own bedroom (new green wallpaper) where she set the camera to film from an angle. she pointed out that that’s their bedroom back in the one year update* :)

[@carolgee2367]

So she lives there with her brother and parents? But it's her house?

[@katherinemclean3066]

@@carolgee2367 yep! Except her brother, I think he only visits.

[@JJamahJamerson]

I really wish I could share this with my grandma, she would have loved to see this update.

[@jessicathorne5914]

I love the Peter pan collar!!! ❤️

[@ArielBissett]

THANK YOU! It’s the prettiest linen shirt EVER and I love how it makes a sweater instantly fancy!

[@Lemontoke]

I loved the claw foot tub in my last apartment I rented but couldn’t figure out a good way to keep the shower curtains from molding. Also for a 5’1 individual it was tricky stepping in and out of the tall sides. But any time anyone was over they were amazed that I had a claw foot tub.

[@misasue03]

I feel like the spooky room could end up being a really beautiful personal library.

[@subtlefire7256]

Thank you for taking us all along on this journey these last couple of years, it's been great. Here's to a new year of beautiful projects!

[@shirleynoseworthy7615]

I stayed in an older house that had the claw foot tub and shower rod thing in a room with a big window and slanted ceiling. It was so beautiful!!

[@kiddume]

Okay my brain is struggling to understand the layout, even with this wonderful video, I would love to see a doodle sketched out layout to see where everything lays and how much bigger the living room will end up!!! Loved seeing the progress and can't wait to see what you have in store next!

[@carolgee2367]

Same hahaha I wonder about the entrance of the house where the stairs are

[@wibblywobblyida]

I've watched all of your house videos for the past week or so, and I love them!

[@catreadsabunch]

I personally love the clawfoot tub/shower combo bc you get the best of both worlds! I love your renovations and I'm so happy for you and this house and this journey! Sending love 💕

[@ericaeschenbacher4921]

Ariel, I thought of you the other day when I ordered the Purrfect Portal French doors pet door from Amazon. I'm installing in my bedroom wall ( meant for a door) for my kitties. It reminded me of your built in room vignette in the dining room but shaped like your beautiful arched window. It looks like a little hobbit/ mouse house door that would be so fun to see in your house. Maybe a pet friendly diy for your kitty?? Anyway, love love love the progress and eager to see what's next!😻

[@elizabethreads0312]

When I see the big open space of the spooky room I envision a cozy library. I can't wait to see what you turn it in to.

[@authorrin7086]

YES! I am so stinking excited to see that kitchen get renovated!!

[@moda78z]

Congratulations on the new roof!

[@paulastrong9649]

I just can’t believe it’s been two years. I started watching you the video of you moving in. Wow!!!

[@kaybee7860]

i love watching your videos! they’re so inspiring, each one is a reminder to my inner child to dream big and cultivate a happy life!! :)

[@LozzyLou3]

This makes me look forward to having my own house one day 🩷

[@nancyhuffman5802]

The sound of rain on metal is will be so soothing.

[@myriamlang2701]

I can’t wait for your upcoming videos! They are just my favorites! Great work Ariel and thank you for your content, you have no idea how it makes me happy.

[@aksez2u]

Super excited for that kitchen makeover! Even if it's piecemeal, it would be fun to see the progress a little at a time ❤ Congratulations on your beautiful house so far!

[@theclairemalkie6496]

I’m fully team separate shower and tub. I used to have an apartment with a 2-in-1 set up and it was so annoying. Because the 2-in-1 made both experiences less enjoyable.

[@rkb4238]

I could not agree more. I am in love with our stand in "normal" shower that is spacious and has a "glas door" and would trade that anytime for a "bathtub+shower with shower curtains" that we had in our old flat. Even when i am on holidays in hotels where there is often a bathtub with shower curtains i am looking forward to getting back home to our shower. Having a nice shower is such an underrated thing in a living space ;) loved the update btw and love, love, love following along your incredible journey. You have such amazing taste and your way slowly renovating this house by learning so many skills along the way its truly remarkable. :) Happy 2023 and looking forward to all the new videos this year !

[@poppyev8188]

Such a stunning house! The books overflowing from every nook and cranny in your office is exactly my vibe!

[@michelepastele5347]

I would be very cautious about putting wallpaper into a damp room. What about providing wall tile for it instead?

[@narriparri]

I'm so happy you now have a good roof 😊🧡

[@Mintpuppy17]

Wow, I loved how you went all out in the dining room and painted the floor the first time, but the new wood flooring looks amazing.

[@metaphoricallyspectacular3758]

Love seeing all the changes and progress!!

[@SnidySenses]

I love every update from your house. It's so full of charm and personality. Everytime you post, I am hoping for an update on the spooky room haha.

[@rakaha10]

Make sure you have a really good fan/ventilation system if you are putting wallpaper in a bathroom.

[@Kelsaurrr]

I’m so excited to see this beautiful home in its entirety

[@AllyEmReads]

I can't believe it's been two years since you started renovating!! I LOVE your house and the videos you make about it, and I can't wait to see more!! (I'm so excited for the kitchen, even though I know that will be a while)

[@hannahtaylor6235]

9:15 omg the way she waddles away with her little haply tail so cute 😊😊

[@LittleRedTeaCake]

You should be so proud of yourself for how much you've gotten done and how truly beautiful your home is. I can't wait to see what 2023 brings you and your home.

[@ginasmitasin479]

Your house looks like so much fun with your color choices. Have been bingeing on your channel. I’d look for a big gothic window for your spooky room. Hell, I’d put gothic windows in the kitchen too! Looking forward to seeing what you do moving forward.

[@carliloveharrypotter]

Happy New Year!

[@pollyjeanz]

so excited to see even more progress on your beautiful house this year!

[@nanalynne]

Love your enthusiasm!

[@Ms.SpookyNerd]

It's looking so cozy and colorful and of course so creative

[@summoningreaders]

I want to drive down and chill with you and talk books and house, I live in New-Brunswick and we've been doing some renos for 7 years now and it's so fun to make a "home" just the best. You seem like such a kind soul and be around it would be so fun!! Did you cover the green couch for any particular reason? the haunted room/future bedroom, are you thinking of making a giant library with it or keeping it in your office?

[@AnnaBell033]

Its all coming together!!!! So happy to follow your progress!

[@kathleencrozier2584]

I’m so so excited for this year and your videos!

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

I am blown away! It's so wonderful!

[@katiemarsh4970]

Ariel, I’m here for it 😊 I’m so excited for you!

[@Newt1981]

I'm SORRY?! I swear I was just watching your first 'what I've done in a year' just like 2 or 3 months ago. It's already been ANOTHER year since then?? Lawd help me. Your house is incredible and I get SO excited whenever I see you post a video about your renos! LOOOVE!!! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@indoorsyren3955]

I love everything you’ve done so far, and I can’t wait to see the progress you make this year.

[@onellieo]

Aaah so excited to watch the video ☀️☀️ Truly immensly enjoy following along on this journey ☺️

[@lucysmith7658]

It’s all looking so good! Well done!