Gilding & Glamour & Ghosts! Restoration begins on Hope Farm, & we throw the Grand Dame a Party

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11 ай бұрын

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Welcome to the Restoring Hope KICK OFF!! We know we've introduced you to our next great preservation project, but this week work gets started. This project is a special one, because this is the home in which we plan to spend our golden years... we just hope we can get restored before we are ready to retire!
Admittedly, this project has more than a few elements that are way above our pay grade, and unfortunately for Laine, they are going to take a LONG time. Why unfortunate you ask? Well, because someone doesn't like to let even a single blade of grass grow under their feet, and they need a DIY project to get them through the coming weeks. Enter, re-gilding the cornices! These four INCREDIBLE stamped brass window cornices date to around 1830-1840, and retain their original backer boards square cut nails included. In this little video Laine will walk you through proper soot removal, surface prep, and show you how to apply 24k gold leaf the old fashioned way! These babies are going to gleam again!
Then we have the BIG things to share, like demo and electricity. Things that don't feel exciting, but they cost a LOT of money and HAVE to be done, so by gosh we are going to celebrate them! Then, horror or horrors, we discover that MOLD has been added to the list of issues that must be dealt with. Never fear! We know how to handle mold remediation like the pros, only for a lot less money, and we'll show you how to do it too!
Next, we move on to Auburn, where we create a gift shop, completely redesign the study, refurnish the parlor, dress the dining room, create museum signage and bring in display cases for museum exhibits just in time to throw the doors open and a throw a HUGE party!
Last but certainly not least we give you a behind the scenes look at the first annual Restoring Hope weekend, where friends of the channel traveled from 23 states to join us in celebrating all things historic homes, architecture and the beginning of this next chapter!
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@fineline2870 11 ай бұрын

I now have absolute confirmation that Laine is the reincarnation of Scarlet O'Hara ..."I'll think about that tomorrow"! lol love you two and all that you do! Thank you for sharing your passion with us and increasing my own with each project! Prayers and God bless you both!

@mdunn4555 11 ай бұрын

LOL I thought the same thing when Laine said that

@amandacutcher9962 13 күн бұрын

That is amazing that those cornices have survived for almost 200 years! I cannot wait to see the amazing transformation that these beautiful pieces will have thanks to you!

@inhale3384 11 ай бұрын

Laine, My daughter recently rescued a miniature dollhouse with its furniture off a curb for me. It had previously gotten wet. There was some mold on one part. I instantly thought of you and Kevin talking about “not fearing mold” from previous videos! LOL I spent a day outside, in the shade, cleaning the dollhouse meticulously with vinegar. I survived! It turned out great. I have prime the dollhouse with Kilz too. I might never own an historical home, but I can live vicariously through your channel and restoring my miniature dollhouse. Your weekend looked like a fabulous time! I would have loved to have been there. 😊

@swearenginlawanda 11 ай бұрын

That makes my heart happy the dollhouse orphan was saved. I can't stand them being given up on. (Much to my family's dismay haha)

@alexahbeedeedraalexa8963 21 күн бұрын

When the wind moves through your hair oh my gosh you're so beautiful. I'm so glad you both do what you do...Thank you! ❤

@loripalmus1977 8 ай бұрын

Grew up just a few blocks from the beach. Mom always cleaned with vinegar. A tradition I continue every day. I'm one of those crazy people who loves the smell. Reminds me of coleslaw!!!

@alinedafonseca8854 11 ай бұрын

Did I miss the ghost story? I'm waiting for the spinoff channel for all the fabulous ghost stories these beautiful homes have.

@ai1een876 10 ай бұрын

Me too on the ghosts! That would be so interesting.

@debbiehorn8263 11 ай бұрын

I wanted to hear more about the ghosts. I still enjoyed your videos.

@danielulz1640 11 ай бұрын

Laine, old? Oh, please! I am 72 and I have clothing older than she is, that I bought new! I am so glad that the "Restoring Hope" event went well.

@lauriivey7801 11 ай бұрын

Green curtains, like Tara ... and then 'I'll think about that tomorrow' ... HaHa :-) Yep ... vinegar is the best cleaner (all I use on windows)

@jenihansen7201 11 ай бұрын

I agree, Wasps and Hornets, are my biggest fears. I will kill them in a heartbeat.

@karenwright8556 7 ай бұрын

Such goodies you get to work on and with...and that lovely piece of china ,amazing such a gift🎉. You are one fortunate lady yes,you are.🎁🎀Take care both of you.

@barbarashelton6709 11 ай бұрын

So So Happy your HOPE weekend was a success!!! THANK YOU for taking us on this journey with you!!

@LoveJesus2324 11 ай бұрын

My 1904 Victorian had 5 TONS of stuff in it (hoarder was in there, a series of renters living on top of past renters junk) and i cleaned it out by myself, age 68, with black trashbags. Hired folks to do the floors, paint, you name it, we did it all including doors, windows and driveways. Very happy with it now. All polished open staircase, two story bay window, parlor with butler doors, original windows ;), love you guys.

@judycockrell6469 11 ай бұрын

I am your biggest fan. For years I lamented older homes being torn down or desecrated by modernity, thank you so much for being who you are, I am stuck in a ranch but I am not a lover of this style, my husband s idea, couldn't fight city hall. I cry when I see a home burn and I Thank you for saving them,

@Rozewolf 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for calling out the people who profit off of fear. We call that F.U.D. Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt. The housing industry isn't the only one that uses F.U.D. for profit. sigh. Good luck on Hope. I'm looking forward to seeing the restoration progress.

@jilliemak2024 10 ай бұрын

Y'all are so funny! Pets! gotta love em. Makes for a good story too!

@vanessaee27 11 ай бұрын

The Restoring Hope weekend was FABULOUS and I can't wait to visit Natchez again! Thank you for hosting the event. We had so much fun and it was a pleasure to meet you both and some of the ORN citizens. I'm looking forward to seeing how Hope Farm is brought back and following along with your journey. Thanks again for everything!

@janboyd1172 10 ай бұрын

To be given such a fabulous piece of history is tremendously special. There are no words of thanks you could ever give her that would show appreciation for the gift.

@pengirlie 10 ай бұрын

Nothing is scarier than bedbugs

@tesskelly5542 8 ай бұрын

HGTV missed out on a great show! Love your channel!

@tinabrewer1 10 ай бұрын

I worked on a movie set in Natchez. I drove around and swooned over all the beautiful homes. If you do this again I will gladly make the 8 1/2 hour drive to attend. Love yall and love the work you do. Its always been my dream job to restore historical homes

@MonaMcC1 8 ай бұрын

LOVED seeing all the old homes your guests were able to tour! I just turned 70 last month and Stanton Hall was one I toured with my family when I was in my early teens. My dad planned a Antebellum home tour (mainly for him and my mom) but we searched out many and took pictures of some that are no longer standing due to fire/flood/hurricaines all along the Natchez Trace. SO thankful there are still those who appreciate these old beauties! Can’t wait to see all you do with Hope Farm!

@TdotTwiFic 10 ай бұрын

I LOVE USING VINEGAR ON EVERYTHING. Add Tea Tree Oil and Lavender Oil to change the smell and spray that on everything, in the laundry, on the walls, on the floors, in buckets, on glass (without the oils for streak free). OMG i love it, save all your spray bottles or get the vinegar in spray bottles and reuse them. The best.

@SpanishEclectic 11 ай бұрын

So glad to hear your 'amazing sequence of events' was a smashing success! The Four Cornices of the Apocalypse!! LOL!!! They are gorgeous! I agree that when faced with a huge, messy, complicated project involving contractors, finding something you can make beautiful yourself does so much for your motivation. The stories behind objects makes them special. My paternal grandmother wrote notes on everything, and I spent this week going through a few more boxes that had been in her house. The notes are like hearing her voice again, though she passed in 1992 at the age of 98. She taught school from 1912 to 1922, first in Wisconsin, and later in North Dakota. Yesterday I found her book of a children's operetta about Little Red Ridinghood, published in 1877. The art on the cover was adorable. Her note inside gave the date and location of the rural North Dakota school where it was performed in 1921. She played the organ, and her pupils (grades 1 - 8) sang. :)

@karenwright8556 7 ай бұрын

That's special... everyone should treasure something from their ancestors.❤

@artifactartstudio107 11 ай бұрын

So happy for you that the 1st Annual Restoring Hope event was such a success! God willing I hope to attend one year - thanks for your awesome content as always. 😊❤

@MediocreComedian 11 ай бұрын

Yes please go next year if there is any way possible. I traveled from New Hampshire, and enjoyed every second. If there was a snag, believe me, the only people that knew it were Laine and Kevin. My head is spinning thinking about how these events were planned in only six weeks and so wonderfully executed. Bravo to everyone that helped Laine and Kevin! Seeing beautiful Pearl was heavenly. Meeting the two dogs and Bones the cat was so fun. Laine and Kevin, thank you for my dream vacation!! 💚💚💜

@OurRestorationNation 11 ай бұрын

This makes me so happy!!!!!

@collettephillips9573 11 ай бұрын

OKAY, at mark 35:06, I CLEARLY spied DAN RATHER! Love him. Grew up watching the Texas Native. My grandmother raised me and she ALWAYS watched CBS evening news with Dan Rather. Love knowing he’s about the classics like restoring beautiful, classic, old homes. If that’s not really him, … I’ll eat my hat!! 😂

@tealemon4693 11 ай бұрын

Wow you guys have taught us so much and given invaluable advice! I thought the ugly l-word was lawyer because the insurance industry has been attacked by lawyers who say that mold will kill you.

@DeathlyHollow25 11 ай бұрын

I hope to make it down to another one of your events in the upcoming future! My husband and I had just bought a 1870 farmhouse that we are in the process of rehabbing and I have a 6 month old, so it just wasn't in the cards this year. Laine reminds me very much of myself, I hope to meet her one day! I cannot express how great it feels to be here again watching you work on a gorgeous home. I've been here since the creation of the channel, before that your Facebook post of when you bought Louise. This feels very "full circle" and I'm excited to follow along as I work on my own home ❤

@brendaprice4664 11 ай бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing these amazing Restoring Hope events with those ORN Citizens like myself that can’t travel. I am so relieved that it went so well. Thank you for making me feel welcome. Thank you, Laine for educating us about molds and cleaning metal. B~}

@linnie52 9 ай бұрын

I would love to come if I could find someone close to ride along

@indialove88 7 ай бұрын

Wow sounds like a fun event!

@LBGirl1988 11 ай бұрын

When I was very young, I toured Longwood. When you walk in the unfinished floors now, you have a clear path and all of the abandoned pieces are behind a rope etc. When I toured it as an elementary school youngster, you walked around the tools and pieces that had been abandoned.

@wildfireintexas 11 ай бұрын

Sounds like a great event. Wish I could have been there. Thanks for the tip about vinegar.

@AntaresSelket 11 ай бұрын

I learned so much in this video. From the dish soap to the mold. I love watching these videos and seeing these restorations and the houses that have already been restored. I really enjoy being taken on the journey of work you two do.

@frodoringo2381 8 ай бұрын

Ah, your poor pup! Suggestion. There is a blow up wrap around cone that is so much more comfortable for the puppies that need the awful cone stuff

@jerridavis6462 10 ай бұрын

Enjoyed from Texas!

@tinkertoot6361 10 ай бұрын

Sounds like you need to arrive earlier. 😊😂❤

@michaelhealy1590 10 ай бұрын

I have been following you and 'Our Restoration Nation' since before the tragedy at Louise. You are both so resilent and your endeavors with the restoration of several homes is commendible. You have real heart in these matters and are an inspiration to all of us trying to work on our own homes. Hope has given you a new ❤ and purpose. You are showing the trials and efforts that make this work no run of the mill renovations. I have not been to Natchez since 1985, yikes, but it looks like it's time to plan a future trip. Thanks for all you do for the restoration community nationwide and especially for what you are doing now for Hope.

@risalangdon9883 11 ай бұрын

Laine I totally understand the "control freak / OCD" nature of hosting an event!! You strive and want every little detail to be perfect when guest arrive. You want them to have an amazing experience. Yet also internally feel that how it appears and proceeds is a direct reflection on you. I have had to learn over the years, that unless I have every detail wrapped up 1 to 2 hours before the event is to take place, you just got to wing it and go with the flow lol. And usually, these are normally the best and most memorable experiences / events that you have. But it sure sounds like an absolutely amazing time was had by everyone that came and participated in hosting. Great job to all!!!! 💝💝💝💝💝💝💝

@lisanicholson8426 10 ай бұрын

I JUST LOVE YOU GUYS! I cannot wait to see the progress you make on Hope Farm.

@brendaprice4664 11 ай бұрын

85 and 45 pounds! Perfect Lap Doggies! We had 75 and 50 pound Samoyeds! YAY!

@leyley1970 10 ай бұрын

I heard that some wasps are resistant to the spray.. those you set out traps to get rid of them .. I also heard if you hang a brown paper sack, it will deter them , because they think its another nest which makes them leave their nest they built..

@stevenepaul6222 9 ай бұрын

Your combined talent and determination in your projects is simply gorgeous! I learn so much from you two and your personalities are just as rewarding! Can't wait to see more!

@geovanniinusa5973 11 ай бұрын

You both worry too much. I bet everyone would have been happy standing on the lawn drinking water as the joy is the company, the history and learning.

@amymalchodi8005 10 ай бұрын

You two are #goals. I absolutely ADORE this channel. ❤💜💜

@socalpal8416 11 ай бұрын

lol.....funny intro. You two make a good couple.

@lollyreg97 11 ай бұрын

Oh, I wish I had come! I think I'll seriously consider coming to the next one....if it's not in the Summer. 😉 Now you know who your true friends are! I've always wanted to see Natchez. I love your videos. Thank you both for all you do. 💗

@Heidishereandthere 11 ай бұрын

So... 🤔 what happened with "THE GHOSTS"?? Sat through this entire video specifically for the ghost story telling, and got nothing... it vanished! 🤪... 😞

@gypsy1588 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this amazing update.

@belindaklar9569 10 ай бұрын

I’m so happy your event went so well, yes tickets sold out fast ❤

@TheElodious 11 ай бұрын

The wasp apocalypse. That's downright funny!

@thedigginggardener 10 ай бұрын

Great advice as always. (I heard previous tale of a “cottage”, though nowt was mentioned this time around) 😂

@rachelburge2338 11 ай бұрын

Hey laine just a bit of advice , before you put sheets on the bed always wash them!! I watched a programme on it and apparently they always need washing first before being put on, because of the factorys theyve been in ❤

@barbaratardy9788 7 ай бұрын

Wash off the chemicals involved in manufacturing textiles.

@loribragg2947 10 ай бұрын

I’m laughing at your dog dilemma. I rescued a wild baby Cottontail from my back yard 3 years ago. She settled in with my 5 parrots, but I thought she needed a rabbit buddy, so I bought a 4-month-old female mini Rex as a companion. They DO play and chase each other, but I was not prepared for the Cottontail’s possessive jealousy over me (I SHOULD have been, because parrots are a jealous bunch). Yeah, it’s been challenging. I have been looking at houses for sale in Natchez and I am struck by how much more affordable these gorgeous homes are than here in Florida. A house with a $800,000 price tag in Natchez would be $1 to $2 million here in Florida. I think you both have fun, challenging, EXHAUSTING lives. 😂

@julieh.9826 11 ай бұрын

I just love you guys. Thank you for taking us on your journey!

@valentinarodoracio8145 11 ай бұрын

Our Cream Retriever is 85lbs also, he’s such a big boy lover.. you have cute pooches! We have hornet’s and skeetos here too! Usually humid temps for high desert (idaho) .. love the show -both y’all talking is fun!

@christmasjoy3887 10 ай бұрын

Elaine, I can relate. I'm a control freak and a worrier too. Problem is that I'm getting older and I still can't relax and let it go. 🥺

@SuzesCarnivoreLifeAfterBypass 11 ай бұрын

What a fabulous weekend!!! I'm really hoping next time I can make it. Congratulations on the great success it was and many more to come. What an amazing gift!!! Oh my heart. 💖💜💖

@kimberlyallen6582 11 ай бұрын

My mastiffs just never even figured out that the cone was deadly to all things in the way. They were 160-180lbs and just went through everything like a tank. I feel your pain. And so happy to see your new project.

@patmoritz5213 11 ай бұрын

Great video

@frostypete1 11 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness, I have been using bleach on all my wood windows for years after every winter. I will try the vinegar to get rid of it. Thanks so much for the tip!!! Mare S.

@DanaLaborde 11 ай бұрын

It was a fabulous weekend! Can’t wait to do it again!

@goatielocks404 10 ай бұрын

I worked at a hospital where the exterior was aluminum. Every spring they would use Dawn to wash it

@what1dreamt 11 ай бұрын

Sounds wonderful, I hope to be able to make it one of these years.

@joanpellillo2981 11 ай бұрын

The gift from nautches was amazing what a blessing! so cool!

@lstrugar 11 ай бұрын

Liane, your hair is so inspiring ❤

@sallyartis-gv1lo 9 ай бұрын

Loved this video! But I watched primarily for a ghost story...did I miss it? 😢 Great information regardless. Thank y'all for all you do!

@OurRestorationNation 9 ай бұрын

We were recapping the weekend event that we had where everyone went on a ghost tour of Glenfield. So there weren’t any stories but October 26 we plan to feature the most haunted structure in Natchez.

@michaelhealy1590 10 ай бұрын

Dear Laine and Kevin. Since I cannot post a comment on your post about Pearl, I wanted to let you know anyone who follows you knows you are trustworthy, detailed, and dedicated to correctly preserving historically significant homes. The people who are maligning you obviously do not know your cause and are just looking for their own benefit. Your reputation precedes you. A reputation that is very good. I cannot write what I would like to say about them. Keep up your great work. Mike Healy

@marywilson4103 11 ай бұрын

You two are such sweethearts and so knowledgeable !!

@lindaleslie5634 11 ай бұрын

I am so happy for you both that it was such a success, because I know you put a lot of effort into it, and it appears that everyone had a great time! 👏👍🥰🙋‍♀️🇨🇱

@pamhutzell8268 11 ай бұрын

Me too!! Hate wasp.

@Jan-2020 10 ай бұрын

FYI - Your reputation cannot and will not be destroyed by anyone.

@mariag8614 11 ай бұрын

Bee since mural is with flowers! 😊

@pamhutzell8268 11 ай бұрын

I am so happy for you's !!! I only wish I could have came.....

@georgiagal9410 11 ай бұрын

Those cornices are AMAZING!!! I would love to have those in my home. 🥰

@kbug1471 10 ай бұрын

Waspocolapse 😂😂😂😂😂 I actually bust a gut laughing

@kbug1471 10 ай бұрын

With a straight face and such blase commentation 😂😂😂❤

@soccermom1245 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!! Last fall we enjoyed a trip to both Vicksburg and Natchez. Wow!!

@socalpal8416 11 ай бұрын

I've never been there and am curious what your impressions were. There's no doubt that this area is replete with amazing old homes. Is the area family friendly?

@chrisepullen2839 11 ай бұрын

I have GOT to make it to the next one!!! Dang! I HATE I missed it 😢

@joanpellillo2981 11 ай бұрын

Wow Time consuming restoring to it former glory. Praying for you both

@theshae09 9 ай бұрын

My daughter's middle name is Elodie!

@WandaKay4u2c 11 ай бұрын

Laine and Kevin, I can't say that I enjoy the finished product as much as the process. I just love watching how you tackle things... And your helpful hints are GOLD! I just got back from the local home supply store with cleaning vinegar and a pump sprayer. Proudly passed up the 60% super duper stuff. Thank you! You just don't know how much it means that you'd take the time to share your wisdom, especially for those of us that might have gotten snookered into paying out $ we just don't have.

@angelagabhart4188 11 ай бұрын

Great video today! Wish I could have attended the "Continental Breakfast" with the bloody mary's :). Just a quick request before the "spooky season" arrives...I hope you'll be able to share some fun ghost stories as October rolls around. Can't wait to visit "Hope" one day when she's completed!!!

@toogie6267 11 ай бұрын

Fun idea!🎃👻

@tristazerbe8119 11 ай бұрын

Yesssss to the Coke Zero!!!! 😂 Sponsor this woman!

@bodyfood4107 10 ай бұрын

I'm here for the content but DAMM Laine... girl you look BOMB amazing!

@4eversunnyst.petersburg244 11 ай бұрын

Kevin, you are funny, love to watch you when she’s giving all the information. Carry On.❤

@OurRestorationNation 11 ай бұрын

I'm usually finding out things for the first time just like you. lol

@sylviajones4907 11 ай бұрын

Wow, that sounds like an amazing weekend! I will have to get down there and see those homes. Thanks for the video.

@karenblack2869 11 ай бұрын

I also take spiders outside, but definitely kill mosquitos and wasps!

@marymathis9299 10 ай бұрын

You two are SO CUTE!!! ❤❤❤

@rattata30 6 ай бұрын

I used to play with liquid mercury as a child and I’m well

@Spookyboi1893 11 ай бұрын

I’m also not a fan of wasps but it’s a texture thing.

@adelelarkins5921 10 ай бұрын

Love your restorations !!!

@colinmcknight2590 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the tip about using vinegar to kill mold. Is it possible to pin these excellent restoration tips permanently in your video notes so that they can be easily retrieved? I know that I want to chase down the the paint removal tool that Laine used on the windows at Pearl. Those recommendations are incredibly useful for all of us that are restoring old houses. Thanks!

@OurRestorationNation 10 ай бұрын

I’ll look into that. The paint removal tool was probably the paint shaver.

@rosefior51 11 ай бұрын

Antiques Roadshow!

@patriciaaberth6664 11 ай бұрын

I enjoyed the video and you both are so incredible restoring takes a lot of time and patience but with all the love you both have for bringing back old homes with history it's so well worth it I can see you bring back the beauty that was once there. Great job guys 😊

@claudiamann7111 11 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks so much for telling us about using vinegar instead of bleach. I'm glad you had such a successful weekend. Looked like a lot of fun.