“Historical Interiors of Alberta” is officially launched!
The official launch of my book took place recently at one of the homes featured in the book – the Bell Residence. There were 30+ invited guests that sipped wine, […]
Tag Archives: Victorian homes
Historical Interiors of Alberta – A Guide to Restoring and Decorating your Heritage Home
TIP: Remember whoever is attracted to the exterior of your home will expect the interior to harmonize. Making decisions that will destroy this historic continuity may affect the price you […]
The Art of Hanging Pictures
Hanging pictures, or mirrors, or artwork on a wall takes some thinking. It’s very interesting how many people take such care to buy the right furniture and accessories for their […]
The Star of Christmas Decorating
It is my personal opinion that the dining room is the star of Christmas decor. Yes I know that the living room can have a wonderful fireplace and the Christmas […]
Antique Trivia – What am I ? Vol 2
The antique trivia portion of my newsletter back in June of this year was very popular so I have decided to do more of this.This is what you do: – Scroll […]
This Old House Magazine Disappoints
I have been a long time buyer followed by subscriber of This Old House Magazine. When I first started buying this magazine it was at a time that there was […]
Faux Floor Finishes Part 2
This blog post is for Robert and anyone who owns a Victorian house with original floors.If you read my last posting I gave directions on how to restore or touch […]
Restoring Faux Wood Floors in a Victorian House
This week I received an email from a reader with a very unusual question. Unusual because I had never heard about faux wood floors– faux wood walls and doors but […]
CSA Rules for Antique & New Light Fixtures
Some of you may not be aware of the many articles and information I have posted on my web site at http://www.fromtimespast.com/ . Although much of my writing energy goes […]
What Wall Divisions Say about Your House
In a previous post I talked about the interesting things that old house owners often find inside their walls. But the story doesn’t end there. Walls, if they are original, say a […]
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