MARIE KONDO-ing the CHATEAU! | Epic Declutter Transformation

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Жыл бұрын

It's time for Lalande's annual early Spring Clean, as we clear the chateau and sort everything into three satisfying piles - Keep, Bin or Send to Charity!
The Chateau Diaries Episode 365 ✨🏰✨
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@strykeyboi Жыл бұрын

I miss these kinds of videos where you guys declutter, redecorate, and renovate. More of those, please!

@darbyking-maillot4105 Жыл бұрын

Agreed these are my favourite type of videos.

@suzannetownsend1757 Жыл бұрын

Me too ,I'm not really a food video person ,but still watch x

@hilltopgirl2665 Жыл бұрын

Yes please

@sandraweiler5971 Жыл бұрын

Me too, I especially enjoy it when they walk from room to room up and downstairs. It almost makes you feel like you are there. And I love that everything isn’t perfect, clutter in the corners. 🤣🌸💕

@donnablake5358 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree.

@carolynblack420 Жыл бұрын

Just a thought - for the grandfather clock that you’re turning into a bar - change the time on the clock to 5:00, because as they say, it’s always 5:00 somewhere!😃

@sarahmattingly6971 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant!!

@endeavouringit Жыл бұрын

@@sarahmattingly6971 Ditto !!

@beautifulwave1346 Жыл бұрын

Genius!

@gglydie4242 Жыл бұрын

love this!!

@trixiegirlism Жыл бұрын

And it would be neat if you could come up with a creative way to put a tartan plaid over the flowery area around the face of clock.

@amxranthine Жыл бұрын

The fact that Philip turned this clean out project into an opportunity to decorate 🤣

@cindygarrison6338 Жыл бұрын

Butofcourse!

@rhondathomas7952 Жыл бұрын

Always! And he is always so complimentary of Amaury’s talent.

@rankinstudios5342 Жыл бұрын

He has such fantastic ideas. You and Philip were made for each other!

@jennifercampbell7698 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I always smile whenever Stephanie and Philip undertake projects. They always spur each other on and feed off each other creatively. Even clean the same way. They are so sweet and so well suited. It’s adorable! ♥️♥️ Also Amaury is such a helpful support to the functioning of LaLande. He is a vital part of everything LaLande! Love the new boot room! Think you need more coat hooks and shoe and boot stands as well as an umbrella stand too!

@ludovica8221 Жыл бұрын

Practical suggestion. Put the wardrobes on the interior door side of the room and the plants and plant stand by the window instead. The plants need all the light

@corricatt Жыл бұрын

a big mirror opposite the window would bring in double the sunlight for plant growth

@ludovica8221 Жыл бұрын

@@corricatt eg the mirror doors on the wardrobe... my thinking also

@ntyler2344 Жыл бұрын

Seconding all of these comments. That plant really needs to be closer by the window.

@trixiegirlism Жыл бұрын

Yes, the reason the tall plant had continued blooming so well is because it was in front of the window.

@LynnaeaEmber Жыл бұрын

Yes, plants need light. If you don't put that tall plant near the window you need to get a plant grow light for it. Perhaps put some shelves in the window to hold the seedlings, otherwise you need more grow lights.

@ceriwibberley8364 Жыл бұрын

I’m so excited to say that I met your mother and Percy on the way back home. On the ferry ! It was a joy ! She was so beautiful and gracious, not at all grumpy!, and Percy a gent !

@Burbankelly Жыл бұрын

That is so cool! I would be so thrilled to meet them too!

@percyattfield3393 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Ceri Wibberley. It’s a surprise when we are recognized. It’s so humbling. Enjoy.

@megankazukibuttons9334 Жыл бұрын

@@percyattfield3393 oh wow, you guys didn't know that you are celebrities. Well, you are, and so entertaining, and fun. I wish I had a mummy and a percy. As for the grumbles I think it's all part of the dynamic.

@janahargarten6774 Жыл бұрын

My favourite part is when the boys get excited Dan is coming over for dinner. I wish I could see Paulina’s reaction to the gardener’s tea room.

@lynnralph8373 Жыл бұрын

Seeing Mummy and Percy leave brought tears to my eyes.

@Raxx777 Жыл бұрын

love how you took a junk room and made it a useable space but still giving you storage. Loved this

@juliakrowiak1964 Жыл бұрын

I never want your videos to end! So grateful for your channel. Nothing better than seeing lovely people working together to create something beautiful.

@ariellesoullighting4309 Жыл бұрын

Love everyone, miss mummy and Percy already, but I adore seeing the fab four... Amaury, Dan, Philip and Stephanie

@kandkcollins1 Жыл бұрын

Phillip really loves you, Stephanie. He is always at his most happiness when you are happy. What a beautiful person he is…you’re a lucky woman and make a wonderful couple together.

@peggyvick935 Жыл бұрын

I noticed his tender look when she was so happy. He’s an amazing asset to LaLande & makes Steph so happy. Mummie loves him too! That’s VERY important! 😂

@TheFiown Жыл бұрын

I bought the bottom half of an antique tall clock for ten euros and repaired it and put in shelves and lined it with old Sanderson wallpaper samples and it fits in the hallway outside my bathroom as my bathroom cabinet. Perfect.

@rhondathomas7952 Жыл бұрын

What a great idea!

@jomeyer13 Жыл бұрын

flea market flip. also we had fake clocks on small side that went on wall. and when it didnt work they made a small display thing out of it. and rehung.

@stephaniesharkey3538 Жыл бұрын

Pavolina will need a small table ( like the one that was there!) for arranging flowers!

@endeavouringit Жыл бұрын

I thought that too

@KatyThompsonHaley Жыл бұрын

It's still there, they moved it to the wall and added the tea tray. I'm sure she can just pull it out to work on arrangements!!

@rsmith1820 Жыл бұрын

Cannot believe how satisfying and fun its been watching people clean The holidays are truly over

@annemiekvandorp4457 Жыл бұрын

Dear Kondo team, that plant will need more light. It was situated perfectly in front of the window. Just a tip 🙂

@vladeckk21 Жыл бұрын

And a worktable, if Pavlina is going to be potting.... (Love the video. Wish you all would come redecorate my itty bitty chateau....)

@katelanxner6483 Жыл бұрын

Marie Kondo would be so proud of all you have done! What a blessing to have Philip and Amaury, miracle workers working as a team! Marie must also feel proud that she is not only famous now for her book, but that her name has been used here as a verb! What a legacy :)

@julianvendre3418 Жыл бұрын

Helemaal mee eens dat de plant veel meer licht nodig heeft, goeie opmerking Annemiek.

@annemiekvandorp4457 Жыл бұрын

@@julianvendre3418 Dankjewel Julian. Hopelijk doen ze er iets mee.

@crae3422 Жыл бұрын

@@vladeckk21 Thank you for saying that. Was thinking the same. She needs workspace.

@kirstaknight9691 Жыл бұрын

Maybe you should put some cedar chips in a closet when you put your coats in there

@2Sugarbears Жыл бұрын

You have an amazing array of talented men in the Chateau. Remember if you weren't there, neither would they be. You pull talent from the world. Cheers.

@lorassorkin Жыл бұрын

My best advice for clearing out things with emotional ties - take a photo of it. You will have the photo and the memories forever and allow someone else to make use of it. xoxo

@MamaVee50 Жыл бұрын

I love the smile that came over Mummy’s face when Stephani told her and Percy to take care of each other. So sweet. 🌺

@Denise-ro8jx Жыл бұрын

Are they going back to South Africa?

@carolinegooder7091 Жыл бұрын

@Denise Yes. It is summer in SA now, and they can be at the beach house. They can use the pool and have minimal housework unless the monkeys get in..😘😘😘

@judymossip7446 Жыл бұрын

Before living in my current house I moved every year or two and did not collect much. I have been in my house now for 24 years and have collected way too much that will probably never be used. You have inspired me to spend 2023 clearing and giving away! Thanks Team LaLande! 💕

@FleurOlivia Жыл бұрын

Handy tip: I downloaded next door, neighbors can pick up your stuff and you can even sell it

@judymossip7446 Жыл бұрын

@@FleurOlivia Many thanks for the idea! So far I have only moved some empty boxes to the cluttered area but it’s a start 😆

@peggyvick935 Жыл бұрын

Please donate to REAL Charity shops that actually help people. I never donate to Goodwill in USA, because they do nothing to help those in need! I donate to Salvation Army or St Vincent De Paul. They give household items & clothing to aide those in need.

@lindawentink2725 Жыл бұрын

Aaah, the farewell to Isobel and Percy.. Brought tears

@raevonday4197 Жыл бұрын

I love how you fixed the little garden room/ China cupbpoard/closet, but if it is going to be a place for creating some flower arrangements. How about a long narrow table right down the center of the room?

@sarahfoster6765 Жыл бұрын

Lucky Stephanie having dinner with not one, not two but three handsome men 😍. ❤️🇬🇧

@cynhanrahan4012 11 ай бұрын

The difference is remarkable. The room is quite pleasant, still has lots of storage, and is very attractive.

@Hermencv Жыл бұрын

It's diary 365, so from now on we can (re)view another one every day for an entire year 🙂

@rhondathomas7952 Жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@probstnatalie Жыл бұрын

My favorite thing about this crew is the love, the hard work, the good vibes. I could never live with a bunch of other people because I am so shy, so I LOVE watching how you all mesh and work for the greater good.

@beyondthespice Жыл бұрын

oh oh oh I would totally put the plant in the corner and the sofa more in the middle of the mirror

@LizelleGrobler Жыл бұрын

♥️ Stephanie and Philip, you are an incredible team. 🇿🇦

@talesfromtuscany Жыл бұрын

Just love the rebirth of this lovely little space! Another useful room is born! Bravo to you all 🤩 PS Stephanie...your potatoes look amazing! 😍😋🤗

@pdq5465 Жыл бұрын

I love watching Phillip clean. He’s so particular, like I am. It’s so satisfying to watch the clear out, cleaning and redecorating.

@AmericanCountryLifewithKristy Жыл бұрын

Yay! Finally a new episode. Having withdrawals from seeing videos everyday throughout Christmas to one ever so often. Can you tell? I love the channel!😁😍🥰

@caroljollymore7345 Жыл бұрын

I think Stephanie should do one per week in November and then the Advent Diary as usual because the withdrawal symptoms in January are just too difficult. Arghhaa I am dying.

@AmericanCountryLifewithKristy Жыл бұрын

@Carol Jollymore I agree I would love that, but from my own experience at content creation. It is hard work and I don't blame her one bit for the break. Sometimes you can record 4 hours of just random things only to edit it down to 15 minutes. It's crazy

@rhondathomas7952 Жыл бұрын

The room looks lovely! I like the way the teapot and cups look good with Mr. Jarvis’ painting. The garden lovelies will love that space!

@amyschneidhorst1384 Жыл бұрын

@Rhonda Thomas I edited my comment to clarify what I meant. Thank you for being so welcome anyway!

@rhondathomas7952 Жыл бұрын

@@amyschneidhorst1384 lol! You’re welcome.

@patrickdemarcevol Жыл бұрын

So great to see just the four of you doing important things that you probably couldn't do with a houseful. Lady Isabelle looked very sad to leave, and Percy, in his own way. Now's the time to get back on board and do all you can to bring back that chateau in its 'splendeur'

@endeavouringit Жыл бұрын

Percy likely will enjoy his own home and Isabelle to himself 😊

@patrickdemarcevol Жыл бұрын

@@endeavouringit Well I'm a Marmite but yes! They might need a little privacy as well. Cheers!

@kimberlyearly8918 Жыл бұрын

I think Percy was looking forward to getting back home. It's always nice visiting places but to me it always feels so good to get back hime.

@endeavouringit Жыл бұрын

@@patrickdemarcevol Actually, I prefer and eat Marmite (made in NZ though), & yes I think so 🥂

@frankgyori2740 Жыл бұрын

I loved the fact that you could see the reflection of the armoire and plants at the entrance of the room.

@louisegatti9262 Жыл бұрын

I hope you move the plant that Jarrod gave you back in front of the window, it was doing good there. Also, the other plants, need light or at least some light. The room looks great. Nice dinner you made for the men, steak and potatoes, yummy!

@rosemariedeschenes7013 Жыл бұрын

Love the decluttering. One suggestion would be to make sure the plants get enough sunlight. I’ve been clearing out my closets since I retired last year and don’t need a lot of the clothes. Feels good to lighten the load. Amaury was so funny with the charm in the cake. He did an amazing job per usual in fixing the armoires. The fab 4 has done it again. Thanks for sharing 😍😘

@1231ms54 Жыл бұрын

What a great room. Love the mirrors on the walls!

@kirstaknight9691 Жыл бұрын

Those mirrors make your room look huge those are awesome

@peterwhite9261 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I was also thinking, it looks like an English garden room. Well done.

@RinaValentina Жыл бұрын

Love your decluttering vlogs as they always help to motivate my own much needed decluttering, thanks Lalanders! 😘

@debbiemccann3711 10 ай бұрын

So many wonderful things happening in tjis video.Amuary's workshop.The wood being cut.The new sewing machine.😊

@cherrylwegner6292 Жыл бұрын

Philip : Using the grandfather clock as a bar puts a whole new meaning on " TIME FOR A DRINK " ! Cherryl from Canada

@shannona.9668 Жыл бұрын

I like the clearing videos! The music is always fun.

@newmoondarkmoon Жыл бұрын

Oh Stephanie. Decluttering videos are my ADDICTION! I love watching y’all clear out the château Please keep them coming!

@JohannaVeerenhuis Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, for all the joy!! 💫💝💫 I can’t wait for the vlogs to appear twice a week, again… sorry, so selfish… 🤭 I’m busy with the cleaning/sorting thing too, since the first week of this year. Very satisfying!! Now there is an interval of about a week, because I turned 50 yesterday and our days are filled with party things… 🥳🥳🥳 I was feeling very happy and connected with you all, when I saw yesterday that Mummy Isabel congratulated me on my birthday. Thank you. 💝

@kimberlyearly8918 Жыл бұрын

I think there will always be just one now. That's why I love being a patron. The more chateau diaries the better!

@JohannaVeerenhuis Жыл бұрын

@@kimberlyearly8918 I understand! If I had the finances, I would be one too. 🥰

@gardeninggirl7300 Жыл бұрын

I needed to be inspired to continue decluttering and organizing my garden shed and…voila…there you were!

@MK-Farm-Michigan Жыл бұрын

Good job of spring cleaning looks wonderful.

@susanbender2953 Жыл бұрын

The plants need more sunlight. Love your videos.

@twobluestripes Жыл бұрын

Great job Philip on reminding Stephanie to keep the stoneware cheese board because it sparked joy! It doesn’t matter whether you have done without out; that’s no reason to get rid of something. Now that it’s been found, it will be enjoyed again. The great thing about clearing out and making room is you get to find and enjoy old treasures again!

@robynforman1978 Жыл бұрын

I do love your Daddy's paintings.

@michelerowes4340 Жыл бұрын

Hello steph ! So much a pleasure to see you again.

@katherinespencer2633 Жыл бұрын

Oh what I could do with all that help from two handsome men! I need help in my basement, if only I lived in France 🇫🇷

@sheilablackburn183 Жыл бұрын

Philip is just so good at turning a space into a part of the home and where would it all be with out the Amazing Amaury. Its so sad to see Mummy and Percy leave however they will be back in no time xx

@janineduclos9774 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE the vibe of the room xx

@sickntiredmom Жыл бұрын

I like it when people get organized. It helps my OCD. LOL

@beautymaven3952 Жыл бұрын

😂

@LA-jf1zn Жыл бұрын

That was most enjoyable. It's always fun to uncover some forgotten things. Nice diner company too. 🦋

@MAC-op5fc Жыл бұрын

My favorite kind of vlog from you. Just a daily slice of life, living in a chateau in France. I find it very relaxing and entertaining. ♥

@cliffhorman6846 Жыл бұрын

What a terrific transformation. And although not a full renovation its so cosy! Love it!

@neilhorner9197 Жыл бұрын

I would very happily sit and read and drink tea in that room. It looks lovely.

@largok1255 Жыл бұрын

I’d love for us to meet Amaury’s brother! I wonder if there is any chance.

@annettewalter2273 Жыл бұрын

The room looks so cozy. Pavlina will love it.

@helenelegault719 Жыл бұрын

Everyone's clearing, whereas we're moving SO much stuff in! Having a baby in April. So much stuff! I wish we had extra rooms like this just to put things.

@carolinegooder7091 Жыл бұрын

If you get taller furniture this time remember to bolt them to the wall. 😘😘😘

@anthonylewischurchill-theg233 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Guys

@michellemurdock6937 Жыл бұрын

This may be a weird comment but here goes. Thank you for still using the cute little horn (french horn?) riff between scenes sometimes. I found your channel during lockdown and to this day, that little ditty makes me feel safe and comforted. Love you all!

@margielynch7196 Жыл бұрын

The room turned out fantastic! Between Amaury, Phillip ,Dan and Stephanie there is the perfect team.

@MyriGP Жыл бұрын

Little suggestions to move the smaller wardrobe on the right side of that same wall and move the plant closer to the window. It clearly loves that beautiful sunshine 🌺☀️

@julesphillips1455 Жыл бұрын

I shed a tear when you said goodbye to Mummy and Percy. I love the transformation to the room. x

@danielintheantipodes6741 Жыл бұрын

This video is a tonic! Just what I need to see to encourage me to get stuck into my own clearing out this weekend! Thank you for the video! Have an amazing day!

@compassbow Жыл бұрын

I'm going to miss Mami and Percy.

@flofudge8680 Жыл бұрын

Your boyfriend is so sweet. Giving you suggestions to keep your treasures. Very. Caring guy!

@rhondasmith4272 Жыл бұрын

❤from 🇨🇦

@MDeanrecipes Жыл бұрын

Amaury is pretty amazing - thank heavens you have so much incredible talented help!

@monikastuckey8737 Жыл бұрын

Spring cleaning is always wonderful

@brendasusanchristensen7058 Жыл бұрын

I love how hands on Philip is. He’s so creative with the ideas he puts forth- you and he are such a perfect team! And Amaury is such a skilled carpenter. Is there anything he can’t fix or improve! You’ve got the perfect people for anything that needs fixed, decorated, or grown in the château and it’s grounds.

@TheAngela2468 Жыл бұрын

Awesome

@annamariaselvaggi6725 Жыл бұрын

I have done my SPRING CLEAN IN MY APARTMENT! 2023 IS LOOKING QUITE BRIGHT! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

@tinacarrol6702 Жыл бұрын

Great Team. The Room Looks Fabulous. Well Done. Xx 👍😘😊

@user-jt6fp3xb3t Жыл бұрын

Great room now. Please let the poor plants have more light. That's how they survive. Very few plants do well so far from a window. I suppose that beautiful flowering vine will be outdoors in a few months but why not put it on castors (on wheels, easy to move) close to the window until then? Ever thought of moving the kitchen avocado into the greenhouse? Who knows, you might just get it to produce avocados for you there? Peace

@mavep2855 Жыл бұрын

Massive de clutter project with fantastic results! There is something very therapeutic about getting rid of junk. Enjoy the updated space🙏❤️

@kirstaknight9691 Жыл бұрын

Yeah don't get rid of it it looks like an antique and if you do put it in your little store that you have there cuz I will buy it

@trinahayden747 Жыл бұрын

What a lovely day….So many fabulous memories….And it so nice seeing people so working together..The new garden room looks so cosy…ahhh I want the little Eiffel Tower …💜

@cassandrajones6835 Жыл бұрын

Love bringing new purpose to item and how fun is it creating new decorating moments

@jennyponix5366 Жыл бұрын

Oh I’m so happy you decide d to keep green ceramic.

@FrankElaridi Жыл бұрын

that was tremendously satisfying

@irenewilson9323 Жыл бұрын

I wish I had an Amaury and a Philip to help me clear out 😅

@elizabethackerman681 Жыл бұрын

Welcome back!!💖 Missed you! What a satisfying episode... Your jumper magically matched the tea set in the "new" garden lounge. I vicariously feel good having seen all the clear out of old paint etc. YAY!

@melr1111 Жыл бұрын

Looks great! I love a good clean. Nothing more satisfying. Maybe include a worktop table that Pavlina can use to work on flower arrangements or plants.

@louisesuffolk Жыл бұрын

Pauline will need a good height table to do her arrangements on

@kaydonahue Жыл бұрын

As usual, charming, warm hearted video! Thank you for sharing, so inspirational!

@lorimacdonald7977 Жыл бұрын

I feel you, Stephanie; I used to have a vintage coat addiction. I had over 50 coats tucked away in every spare space I could find. Unfortunately, menopause sized me out of most of the coats; along with dozens of vintage dresses, they went to a young woman who promised to cherish them all.

@bettygehm2436 Жыл бұрын

Philip and Stephanie I do hope you see this comment of mine. A grand idea for the grandfather clock!! pun intended. I understand the clock no longer works as a clock and you want to transform into a mini bar. However, all is not lost. you can put a battery operated clock mechanism to the clock portion very in expensive and easily done. I have an old antique clock that I bought that used to be a wind up key mechanism and was upcycled with this type of battery mechanism. It still has it's antique charm and keeps perfect charm.

@patriciajamieson9020 Жыл бұрын

Make a wee sign to attach to the non operational grandfather clock "Happy Hour"

@dawnchorus7167 Жыл бұрын

Great job! The mirrors were a nice touch to the room.

@lisaa8437 Жыл бұрын

Holy cow! The quality of the video at certain points was amazing!!! So crisp and clear, almost 3 dimensional at certain points! I’m in love with the big armoire, it’s gorgeous!

@katemarshall7439 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful post, all the hard work and practical visioning, but Amaury, Dan & the Eiffel Tower had me giggling to tears.

@karenniehues4786 Жыл бұрын

My daughter is now living here with my husband & I. We are trying to merge two households to one but have been a bit lax about. NOW, she has hired a maid service to come give us a deep clean & we are rushing to get some of the excess out of their way!!!

@barbaramcmillen1893 Жыл бұрын

Needs a couple of lamps. And a portable table for her to do arrangements on

@MP-js5ro Жыл бұрын

Don’t go Mummy! I always forget she was stranded during Covid and not supposed to be an original fixture of the crew… but I so want her to be a fixture ❤️

@teresacarle294 Жыл бұрын

🤣Yes, the one thing we long term LaLander's got spoiled about in the 😷lockdowns🔓 was having Mummy about the Chateau🏰 & grounds🌾. Now, we must share her with gallant Sir Percy. Although I'm thrilled of their continued good health⚕️, loving partnership🫂, & great 🚙mobility🛩 traveling from France 🇫🇷 to UK 🇬🇧 to South Africa 🇿🇦. 🤗At least we now have Stephanie's adorable cousin Amaury & his darling parents to fill some of that ❤️ loving family gap. Their presence helps ease our sorrow🥺 for missing Michael Potts, the elusive Nick, Marie, Antoine, & Scotman too. 💚Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)

@carolinegooder7091 Жыл бұрын

One day, Scotman will get his apartment and retire there, so everything will get repainted. 😘😘😘

@robertalehr Жыл бұрын

I love this vlog! One of my goals for 2023 is to donate, dispose of and organize those items. Every item coming in means 1 item must be donated or given away. Thank you all for bringing so much joy to all of us during this difficult time. God bless you,