Been away - not much building work happening. Hopefully it will all be done by end of month.

Had thought that the roof corners, the interior woodwork and the exterior corner posts would either by finished, or at least in situ........ still waiting.

Have been away for a family get-together in Shropshire, which was wonderful to have everyone together again (except David, who was working away in Spain).  Maybe the next one will be in Spain too.  

Am in process now I am back of chasing up suppliers, workmen etc.  But had a surprise yesterday morning when the re-covered settee was delivered, totally unexpected, and of course I couldn't find any keys to open up gates, or big windows, they had been put in a safe place....!  Managed to get it in through the door on its side.  

without cushions

and with

Always a worry when you choose fabric, how the finished look will be.  Think the plain fabric goes well with the style of the settee and that although it keeps its antique style it looks quite modern too.  

Next on list is two small contrasting armchairs that are light enough to move around from tv viewing area to main seating area.  Have one very old one, which needs re-upholstering, so that may be next.  We haven't seen any new ones that are comfortable and light enough to move easily, apart from on-line and you can't try them out!  Did go to a store who sell online, having seen some chairs we thought might be o.k. but, in real life they are not right.  Not high enough to support your head, and too heavy.   Maybe we will find a second hand one that needs doing up.  Keep looking. 

That's all for now, will be back when more building moves happen.