Hello again!
A wee while ago I mentioned that I had a secret... and I can now tell you what that secret is...
Back in March I signed up to take part in a home DIY show called "Nick Knowle's Original Features". It's a programme that tracks the DNA of a home by researching it's social and architectural history. The last series, about a year ago, was fascinating. With each programme charting the timeline of various period properties from the 16th century to the 1960s. Residents found out about their home from conception to the current day, including ex owners, decor and other bits of juicy gossip!
For me, in my Art Deco pad, I was very interested to take part...
A) As I really wanted to learn more about the property (especially about Theodora, the flat's first tenant)
B) Because I've not had much experience with DIY, so to have a bit of moral support and the pressure of a deadline to complete a project was a benefit!
Initially I said we were renovating our bathroom. However, bit by bit the whole flat began to be worked upon... so that now, all I need to redecorate is the hallway! If you'd like to see how the flat used to look, check out here!
Tonight, on the Home Channel at 10pm you will be able to see the final results of a rather stressful, yet utterly fascinating and satisfying renovation project. We had a lot of help from family members and TV crew alike and I met some lovely folk during the process, I can genuinely say I'm glad to have taken part... despite occasional wobbles and tantrums where I threw down my hammer! I really wouldn't have been able to have done it without all the help, love and support from many people. So, if you're reading, here's my warmest heartfelt thanks :)
I also hasten to add, I have no idea what to expect from the programme, having not seen it... so I'm very nervous! EEK!
There's a brief article about our episode here. we were also in the Sunday Mirror yesterday in the Homes and Holidays supplement, I must get round to scanning a copy to post. In the mean time here are some publicity shots we had taken (the photographer was ace, he looked like Austin Powers... I shouted "yeah baby" at one point, which apparently wasn't the first time he's heard that... I'm so unoriginal!)
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| Him and me with Mr. Knowles |
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| In my boudoir, with my mega value dressing table! |
If you'd like to see the final results, I shall post snaps up of each room this week... I can't do it now, as, well, one must leave one's public wanting more ;) !
G x
23 comments:
ooh, how exciting, love your dressing table!!! X
What a wonderful thing to take part in. Did you learn lots?
Oh, I'd love to see your episode, but alas, I don't get that channel! But I am looking forward to snooping when you post some pics of your wonderful flat. xxx
I'll be tuning in! I need some inspiration for our new flat! In August, I moved out of an Art Deco apartment block and it broke my heart; it came complete with service bells which rang out from the dining room into the kitchen! :(
Oh no! I can't get that channel. Can't wait to see your photos.
If your flat gets raided and the kitchen cupboards and tiles disappear that'll be me!!
I don't have the home channel so snaps please!x
I can`t wait to see pictures! :)
That's SO amazing!!!!
So much fun...
Arrgh I would LOVE to see this but I don't have the channel :-(
Please, please, please post pictures. I am in awe of you for doing a tv show at all. I hope Nick Knowles was as nice as he comes across on tv (he looks just like a really good friend so I have a soft spot for him), you do hear these stories about how horrible people are when the camera isn't on them....
So pleased I logged into my dashboard to see this!! I would have missed it otherwise!! Can't wait to see it :)
oooh I have no idea if we have this channel but I'll go and look! Can't wait!
I saw your episode and I totally loved it. The art deco house you visited looked so fab and the detailing in both yours and his home was AMAZING!
I’ve also just discovered your flickr (had to find you on Google) love it!
WOWee. I can’t get that channel so shall be awaiting pictures! I love programs like that too- oh, darn it! From the Kitchenette pic it all looks smashing... well done ;) Tupps
I LOVE that show!!! Gem I can't believe I missed it, gonna check the sky planner now I might have recorded it!! There was a fabulous art deco house on series one, repeated on the Home channel - I thought of you when I saw it!
Nick Knowles kinda turns me on oh God sorry what a thing to admit don't tell anyone!
How fascinating, and amazing for you!!
You (and your home) are the picture of saucy loveliness in these photos - hopefully the programme makes it to these shores!
Oh I'm so sorry I missed the screening of this programme! I might google it to see if it's on play it again somewhere on the net..
Thank you so much for your kind invitation to meet up - I will be spending a lot of quality catch-up time with some old friends on my visit, but perhaps our paths will cross at the Chap Ball? I don't know what I'll be wearing yet, there's still time!
And thanks for the Vintage Emporium tip, I'll definitely have to swing by!
Miss P xx
I watched the show and it was inspiring! I adore all things art deco and love what you've done with your home. It's beautiful!
Nice dressing table, but even nicer tank-top, sir? Where did he get it? Do tell!
Only just found your blog so will have to keep my eye out for a re-run...
Beautiful!! What a great era and so well re-created, my mind is alive with ideas!
Love the pictures..cam't wait to see more..sadly don't get the channel!
N where did you get your tan shoes? They are super cute!
Dear Gem,
You´re beautiful and I love your clothes! Congratulations from Brazil!
Eduardo
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