What SECRET PROJECT has Amaury been working on for the Chateau?

[@chrissih4046]

Amaury is so incredibly talented. I’ve been binge-watching Chateau DIY & love seeing the beautiful paneling he did for the Marquis’ Salon ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@lonademoro6877]

Hello. Please be careful. Normally hedgehogs are nocturnal animals. A hedgehog out in the daytime is very susceptible to being attacked by flies. The flies lay their eggs on the poor créature, the eggs turn into maggots which then proceed to feed on the hedhehog. Maggots in the ears migrate down and it is very difficult to remove them. Euthanasia is usually the only solution. The hedgehog sanctuary near laval can give you advice- they have a website. Have a great holiday.

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Oh NO, now I'm worried about this poor creature! 🥺 I know hedgehogs are very sensistive little animals, and this one has displayed such atypical behavior from the get go, not being shy, being overweight, and still remaining within the garden... Do you think the chickens may help keep any maggots at bay? If it's not shy of them, I'd assume they'd feast on any maggot they saw on the little fella? It's so strange he's active midday in the heat. And I'd assume chicken feed isn't a balanced diet for a hedgehog either. Don't they mainly eat proteins? Usually newborn mice, beatles and insects, earthworms, frogs and small cadavers, as well as berries and mushrooms from what I've learnt? Chicken fodder seems all wrong... What a (prickly) oddball. 😬

[@endafynes6940]

I love when Stephanie and Dan laugh and tease each other.....like when they were planting flowers in front of the Chapel

[@J.Cameron.Stuart.Adams.]

One can never have too many ramekins. They're the perfect size for all sorts of nibbles, treats, puddings, and deserts.

[@michelerowes4340]

Always so comforting to see your chateaux family around you.

[@eamonnohalloran2254]

So much joy seeing what Amuery is up to in the Chateau his level of skill and detail is second to none. I think he has an effect on Dan too. Dan has uped his game as regards focus on all the small steps that go into turning out a beautifully finished piece of work. Example :Dan's new workshop is an inspired homage to Amuery's workshop at LaLande . We find friends who inspire and who we enjoy hanging out with ..Amuery and Dan have that. Amuey's mentorship and friendship with Dan is a great example of the positive effect men can have on each other, Movember is coming up you've got to plan a Bro trip to review all the events of the past year. Just amazing content Steff. Cant wait for Mommy and Precy's return. The Bells will peel for a week..

[@cheriesharp234]

Couldn't have put it better myself. Well said to all. Xxx

[@rpierce7004]

Oh, Phillip finally has his own Hedgehog! Happy Joy!

[@marianapereira2130]

Tomato jam comes to my mind when watching Stephanie showing all those tomato plants full of beautiful fruits.

[@heidim6468]

It’s as if Amaury was a carpenter when the castle was first built. They made hidden doors then.

[@frenchcountrylove7435]

Indeed.

[@jezabel1960]

You are always so lucky with wonderful cooks/chefs, but Maria is amazing with her meal creations!!

[@whatzupLizzy]

And piano concerts!

[@Adriana_mg]

Stephanie, we need a video of you showing everything new (especially the garden) to Isabelle and Percy as soon as they arrive, please!! 😊❤️ have fun on your holiday 😘😘

[@martinethevenau69]

The broccante shopping was very disciplined.🤣 I look forward to each one as you find and purchase treasures and bargains. I love it when Phillip says it's going to go in the shop but he seems to sneak it into the kitchen. You two have a lovely relationship and is an inspiration to see the joy in everything.💗

[@carolinegooder7091]

Cooper is the best. Sean and Michael collect it also.

[@lavonnemountain6133]

How exciting to follow Michael into the Chapel, I knew with his fine eye it would be beyond exciting! It was! I am always Verklempt to enter. Thanks for the before, during and cannot wait to see the the finish. .

[@katew3818]

So impressed by your comment about how every object has been designed, made and used. We forget to really observe and appreciate objects.

[@crystalrogers2283]

Wonderful, as if the door was always there. Such craftsmanship. Marie's dishes are such a fresh delight. If they taste as beautiful as the presentation , what a treat.

[@nlstevens1]

So glad that Hook decided to stay at La Lande ❤️🤗

[@cwatson1975]

Amaury is a woodworking GOD!

[@mattwright3768]

Not really

[@ralphjones9903]

@@mattwright3768 why ?

[@eledatowle8767]

I agree - His work is top-notch. I enjoy seeing his work in progress and often learn a trick or two.

[@yeseniafroml.a.8020]

Appreciate all you do Stephanie in bring this to us. After all this time, I still look forward in seeing this and visiting all my friends here. Lalanders are the BEST. 🥰🥰🥰❤

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello 👋 how are you doing?

[@johnwilliamtuckey2796]

Have a great time tell Antoine and Marie that we miss them! Love you guy's! ❤

[@martieflagg4671]

Another wonderful video! Hedgehog has a permanent home! Wonderful!

[@elisabeth6108]

The local joke where I live is that August is the only time when you need to lock your car when it's parked in town. If not, you'll return to find your back seat heaped with courgettes...

[@bethhinton7115]

Amaury's talents are just astounding!!!

[@lewisnapton8399]

Stephanie, Your love of Lalande and all of her people is exquisite! Your love of life is exquisite! I don't know anyone like you... You are exactly where God meant for you to be!

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

Stephanie-do whatever you like and can do with you vlogs, I LOVE the joy with which you share even the most simple events of any day!! I hope your trip was very happy 😃 😊💗

[@maybe2757]

Idem

[@kuro_odo]

At this point, Stepanie can introduce her videos with: Welcome to Brocante TV 😆

[@carolz5090]

I love seeing the Brocantes, I never tire of it, but afterwards I’m always left with a bad case of shopping envy.

[@brendagraw3729]

Living in the countryside limits entertainment. I suspect brocantes are entertainment like city folks going to the mall, or theatre, bowling, etc. Personally I love seeing the things at the brocante, but wish I could buy!!!!

[@gnarbeljo8980]

😂

[@emilyharland6963]

I know you care very much for the hedgegogs but please make sure there are lots of shallow water dishes around the area, they are struggling terribly in the drought so any food and water will really help🙂

[@EmilyBoltz]

I love that you have the scents that remind you those you love. I think you and Phillip showed great control in the shopping department! I hope you both have a wonderful visit!

[@wellnone9367]

Stephanie, I am so glad your hedgehog is sharing the the hen's food - she is beautiful, and always worth keeping around, as hedgehogs eat many garden pests. So they are very useful in a garden.

[@hedgiecc]

Well done on catching the pea chick flying lessons! Soo adorable x

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Lovely to see the chateau full of people.

[@elisa7881]

Stéphanie "ELISA"! I knew we had something in common! Cheers! Santé! Salute!

[@sidoniejansson403]

The horse bottle and the very old frames with glass are a good find. I understand that you stop each other from acquiring too many things, although it can be tempting. Lalande is so beautiful, its interior has so far got the nice atmosphere it deserves, something like the right objects at the right place? Bon voyage!

[@claregoudie254]

The kite-shaped copper fish kettle is for turbot, just in case anyone wanted to know.

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Or Halibut if so inclined? Haha I'd have had trouble not picking that up! 😂

[@gnarbeljo8980]

@@justinwilliams7290 perfect for a John Dory. Yum! Decorative too if you have space to show it off. Odd shaped paella pan anyone? 😂 Love the copper pans. My fave gets used all the time.

[@gnarbeljo8980]

@@justinwilliams7290 theres no lead in them, where do you get that from. Its copper and used by every French chef, handmade and lasts generations. Tinned internally. What will kill you is using teflon (non stick) pans with any scratch in it. Or eating farmed fish. Loads of modern things are incredibly toxic. Microwaved water gives mice cancer. Hand forged copper and cast iron, are invaluable. But like everything of exellent quality you must take proper care of them not to ruin them. I just have to ask where are you're from? Lead. As if food from the food capital of the world is normally cooked in lead. 😂 100 imaginary bucks says you're an American who's never set foot on the European continent. 😂 Humor me and tell me I'm wrong please! 😂

[@betsyroessner9616]

I really wanted to know. I love copper. Thank you!

[@brandyboston9363]

3 words: YOU GUYS ROCK!! 👏

[@carolinegooder7091]

The irony is that till the 1700s in Europe, the color pink as a faded red was the color for boys and for the Virgin Mary the color blue was for girls. Then the fashion changed. Originally at the Chateau the boys and men would have wore pink.😘

[@nicolethijs5428]

When I was born in 1950 this was still true in Belgium! Girls had blue and boys had pink things.

[@ferntella]

When I used to read the "Little House on the Prairie" books I remember Laura always being jealous that her pretty sister with the blond hair always got to wear the feminine blue dresses and ribbons, but she was stuck with a less attractive (from her perspective) red dress, that I believe also had pink in it. So I think blue was also considered more feminine in the USA for a while. And when my dad was a boy his dress-shirts were often pink.

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Amaury is a true artist with his craft. Love the bond he and Dan have. Such a positive effect for both of them. Love the bets and teasing at the end about what time you would finally leave. I’m glad has found his/her home at LaLande. Enjoy your vacation and thanks for sharing 😍😘

[@seanjamescameron]

Those garden designs were beautiful, would look lovely in frames around the garden walls.

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Hanging pictures outdoors seems inpractical though. The dew would ruin them in no time. But lovely indoors.

[@melaniewest3947]

The door looked great. I enjoyed the brocante. It's good to see everyone

[@JustSaralius]

I need Maria to make a cookbook!!

[@nicolethijs5428]

Think that a La Lande cookbook would be a great thing! Good for the shop too!

[@1231ms54]

What a house full, everyone is having a great time. The garden sure is producing a lot of goodies!!

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello 👋 how are you doing?

[@lisahopman6738]

Hi Stephanie, during our last growing season I had a abundance of Zucchini’s (courgettes) as well, If you have freezer space, dice or grate and freeze. I’ve been using mine all winter here in Australia, they still fry nicely, or can be added to soups, stews, pasta etc. I used the grated ones for zucchini bread, delicious. Love watching you guys.

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Great advice they can surely use! I have a great recepie for making vegetarian deep pan pizza using grated courgettes and sharp cheese in the crust, and it's delish! With abundance of courgettes and aubergines I do like the italians do and slice lengthwize, salt and grill them and let them submerge in olive oil, garlic, herbs and sometimes peperoncino and serve with grilled meat or fish or on antipasti plates (they keep for a good 2 or 3 weeks in the fridge this way and are great in cold sandwiches too.) For next year they should substitute some of the courgettes with more aubergines for pasta, babaganouch and fritters, and the more tasty forms of squash and pumpkins. All the pumpkin varieties keep for a long time once harvested and set in a cool place with air circulating around. Eggplant is more useful than courgette too. Melons. All grow happily in the same bed in the same soil. Also if you harvest the flowers before they turn to big fruit and suff them and fry them they are scrumptious!

[@lorrieriddle4079]

I enjoyed the video, thank you!!

[@doreleimcmillan7924]

You should secretly make a "manly room" in the wood shed for Dan. A hammock. A tree trunk side table. Camo pillow. That would be funny.

[@patdowney4984]

So good to see how much you love Lalande x great to see the hedgehog x

[@rayscott2611]

such a talent Amaury .

[@evelyndunham5135]

Good to see Stephanie that you still have your own reserve even with Phillips pressure lol

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Loving the horse. You cannot beat a Secret Door! Thank you for the video!

[@monicarutkovskis6945]

So true. everytime i shop at a antique/flea/thrift i think about who designed it and how and when it was made. Thank you!!

[@janetvorenkamp3655]

Clever project on the door. Love seeing how he is putting that together.

[@williamgreenough8350]

these are the episodes i like the most, with you being out and about and still dealing with the chateau, nice vlog

[@annieterminetschuppon7232]

Still fantastic cousin. Well done cous.👍

[@bsaknz]

Am I mistaken or have many of the projects gone a bit quiet? A man can only take so much shopping - LOL

[@amyschneidhorst1384]

We've missed Ian and the work on the apartments for quite some time. And opened ended question about the chapel restorer(s).

[@kimberlyearly8918]

They are still waiting for planning permission for Jerry and Nattie's apt. The chapel restorer came back and set up his scaffolding and then hasn't been back to start. She shares monthly updates in patreon.

[@carolinegooder7091]

Fingers crossed, the Channel 4 show is premiering in September, so we can see the updated Marquis's rooms. The Patrons have said a lot of geometry design and planning went into Amaury doing half paneling in there. Now he going a secret door in there. Great practice for the Grand Salon. 😘😘🙂

[@kimberlyearly8918]

@@carolinegooder7091 He also made the chair railing from scratch and it's really fancy and took forever.

[@carolinegooder7091]

@@kimberlyearly8918 Thank you for pointing that out!

[@lucygriffiths7490]

I would LOVE to see La Lande host a vide grenier or a brocante in the grounds before you start work on the formal gardens. It would be so nice for your community! 💙

[@helenmcneil3339]

Oh boy! nothing would get sold! Stephanie would keep it all!

[@maximhollandnederlandthene7640]

Summer !!! I like those second hand markets 🤗

[@Sparrowdean]

So nice to see the B&B guests enjoying the vegetable garden. It'll be even nicer for them when the pergola is finished.

[@jeanninef2110]

Such a fun and funny vlog!! Enjoy your vacation!!

[@maryjomathews4749]

Thank you for the memory. My grandmother wore Shalimar and I too keep a bottle of my father's and mother's perfume bottles in my bathroom 😁

[@michaelgillespie502]

At least you got photos of the tubby hedgehog!!! Adorable 😁

[@antioxidantsforyou3500]

Hi Stephanie, Phillip and all the really lovely Lalanders. We have been getting to 'know you all' since not only Chateau DIY but also from Nicki Storey and her Positano Diaries when she recommended your wonderful vlogs back In January. We have been watching them since then. You certainly help to brighten up our days( far more enjoyable and interesting than mot of our TV programmes!) and really enjoy seeing your excitement at the wonderful Cadeaux at the Chateau and quite often laugh with you when you open some of the amazing gifts you receive! I had 2 strokes last year and you are certainly helping my relaxation and so thankfully good recovery! Stephanie Mummy reminds me about my wonderful Mother too and how she also enjoyed gardening.We have also ''got to know' your lovely friends Anna and Edd and also Sarah and Steve (my Father was Canadian!) in their beautiful chateaux too. Back in July we messaged Anna and Edd when we saw the horrific fires near Bordeaux and Edd kindly replied to let us know that fortunately the fire was the other side of the Garonne River and luckily the wind was in another direction. Yesterday we saw how the terrible fires were once again near Bordeaux and lots of people were being evacuated. Also in the South of France. We do hope that none of them have been affected by these fires.We look forward to your future vlogs and seeing the fantastic restoration of your gorgeous Chateau as well as on the many interesting places you visit. Love from Christina and Nick Findell, Crediton. Devon UK.

[@PatriciaDelsey]

Green tomato pie…delicious

[@michelerandall123]

I hope your community and friends with other chateaus will be safe from wildfires that are happening in France.

[@LindaB813]

Always so fun to see how things at the Chateau are coming along, thank you for sharing. You have the perfect green tomatoes for frying!

[@eledatowle8767]

As an avid collector of horse statues and items, it drives me nearly insane when I spot one in the background on one of your shopping trips! I have the same Avon aftershave bottle, but there was a stunning bronze rearing horse in the background when you were looking at bells that I would have run straight to. Have a great vacation!

[@ruthwuebbeling5376]

Hello Stephanie! I luckily found your channel through your visit to Phillipp and Anna's chateau. Your enthusiasm for everything beautiful is very admirable. Now, I find myself binge-watching your many interesting vlogs on the restoration of your chateau. You are the perfect person to take over the monumental task of restoring this spectacular chateau. I truly enjoy watching and hope you continue showing all that goes into recreating a beauty from the past. Keep up the great work!

[@TheCody29006]

I admire all the talented people you have at there! Amourey wood working is AMAZING! As are all the test! Enjoy life to the fullest! Love to all George & Jonathan Hilton

[@charmainkilloran86]

I have to agree with the guys the pink room is enough to make you dizzy, too many patterns.

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

Love the French driving music-don’t change it!

[@Marykguise]

Fun as usual!! Amaury is so talented!! Happy travels!!!

[@Linda-9037]

"Told you" the "toile room" needs the white oval embroidery in the center with just the two smaller frames on each side...and that's it...Your first choice was your best choice...You need a breathing space front and center to break up all that P I N K. !!!

[@jf1a8x1]

I was wondering just yesterday when Nick a Marie and Antoine were coming back! Yeay!

[@sandranokes7443]

My daughter brought me back Santon's 25 years ago. She was on a senior year trip. Went with her French teacher and students. She brought me the miniature ones. Those baby peacocks are flying already! And Emory is so talented. Amazing work on that door.

[@elewysoffinchingefeld3066]

I got to 10:50 and gasped! A whole bowl full of bobbin lace bobbins!!

[@monicariske]

🦔 What an idyllic vlog!

[@josephinewills8647]

What a Wonderful and Happy Place to Live 👌👍👏👏👏💕💕💕💕

[@glenyscallaghan1195]

Lovely vlog , good buys and best wishes for a happy holiday.

[@beefrench3554]

I love your travel videos because you bring us along for adventure to new and exciting places , allowing us to experience with you different cultures, history, events eg Gucci museum ,Versailles, and Venice carnival etc. it broadens our mind . It’s exciting to see new visuals , hear new stories. This is only my personal preference. I know you have other fans who love the “formula vlogs “ (bi weekly updates on the lalande flowers, veggies, animals, brocantes visits. Yes, like the father , son, and mule story, you can’t please everyone. This is why I like your bolder choices in decoration like the toile room on steroids. Not boring , wakes up the senses,Can’t mistake it for another chateau, so Lawrence Llewelyn-Bowen

[@rickyt3961]

😃‼️… so glad to see you all👍🏾😉

[@chrisdavis2040]

A beautiful vid and how gorgeous the chubby hedgehog is making his home there

[@carolinegooder7091]

A pet Hedgehog. Yeah. Now that Amaury can make secret doors, he can make one between the Grand Salon and the Winter Salon. Loved the quiet day with the shopping and the peacock flight training sighting.

[@compassbow]

I love to see everyone at the chateau❤️

[@barbarahollingdale8064]

Not all..there is one person there which I dislike

[@stephanieguarino2870]

Love that you love the peacock spinner! It looks awesome in the garden 😊

[@janicerobinson2970]

Thankyou Stephane Great Blog Again 💕

[@SuzanneBaruch]

14:37 Oh, that Coulibiac looks absolutely wonderful, and is very well executed! It's so fun to make, too. Delicious!

[@mcurrie2886]

Enjoy the vacation

[@LL-sq8se]

Very interesting 🤔🙋🕊️

[@BDThomas]

Stephanie: "I won't be editing, it'll all be done! I'm perfectly organized." Philip: *pats her lovingly on the head* "Sure you are, darling." 😂🤣

[@whatzupLizzy]

Wow that is some amazing workmanship! I live in an old house (Amsterdam 1600’s canal house) and can tell you this kind of quality is hard to find.

[@cruelaz]

How lovely you accommodate your guest needs :)

[@carolinedecastro4171]

Amuary is great and a wonderful carpenter.

[@juliatownsend2324]

Recognise the wind peacock I have one in my garden. Interesting items at the braconte. Thanks for sharing.

[@barbiec4312]

Thanks for the lovely little break in my day. Always cheering.

[@GospelTruth37059]

Awesome editing. .especially at the end!! Loved the music and Amuery in the out going part....really looked and sounded so professional. Bravo!!

[@elizabethsanford5290]

So much fun watching your vlogs

[@flo3799]

Looking out at our London garden which is suffering badly in the heatwave I wondered how the newly planted garden at Lelande is fairing in this heat. I know new plants need lots of water to get established.

[@carolinegooder7091]

If you watched other vlogs.😘 Amaury or Dan take the water van down to the English Garden twice a day.

[@yomiv6232]

@@carolinegooder7091 Which is forbidden in France at the moment due to a severe shortage of water. Water restrictions all over France.

[@carolinegooder7091]

@@yomiv6232 Didn't know. My bad. As not all areas with rivers, wells and cistern are effected, we will have to wait and be told or see if they had to cease watering. 😘😘😘😘

[@carolinegooder7091]

@@yomiv6232 We just dropped 20 degrees this week in the southern US with lots of rain all of a sudden. I thought the Northwest and the Southeast of France were the hardest hit?

[@anandhicooray5512]

Enjoyed the Brocante spree. Agree with restrained buying as most of us tend to clutter. The horse really matched his counter part on the toilet stand. Best is Maria's salmon pie. Wow the layers, so neat. Enjoy your break

[@jennifergarvin-sanchez4335]

I don't think I have ever seen two people more suited to each other than you and Philip. Who else would want to go to endless brocantes, would be into decorating pink bedrooms, clearing out hallways, and buying china for your shop. Not my man, certainly. I'm so happy for both of you that you have found each other.

[@kimhaughton3771]

A tiny Hedgehog cottage next to that tree would be adorable!!! 🥰

[@karinbergman1646]

When Winter is here, you will all be wishing for the fresh gourgettes of Summer! Well, maybe when Spring is here. I'm so happy the hedgehog has taken up residence at LaLande. They are good luck, you know. Amaurey is a true artist of his craft. Amazing talent he has. Have fun on vacation!💗

[@josephinewills8647]

I’m Loving this Vlog 👌💕💕💕💕

[@satmentor4936]

So unique😍