While Nick Hayter continued with his transformation of our kitchen, I printed him a set of pictures of his progress “on the job”, including this one demonstrating his mask-less cutting-in skill produced this morning.
Downton Service Station had already provided our Modus with a new clutch and handbrake by 10 a.m., so we happily collected it.
Five chapters further on in ‘Little Dorrit’ provided me with five more of Charles Keeping’s illustrations to scan.
‘Leaning on Mr Merdle’s arm, Mr Dorrit descended the staircase’.
‘He approached his destination through the by-streets and water-side ways’.
‘Now, sir,’ said Mr Dorrit, turning round upon him and seizing him by the collar’.
‘All the guests were now in consternation’, just one displaying distress. Another double page spread.
Keeping has portrayed stubborn intransigence to perfection in ‘Each proudly cherishing her own anger’.
This afternoon Nick completed his redecoration project.
This evening we dined on Jackie’s succulent sausages in red wine; creamy mashed potatoes; crunchy carrots; and tender cabbage with which she drank Hoegaarden and I drank more of the Cabernet Sauvignon.
Lovely kitchen, warm and welcoming, and full of light. It seems we share the same taste in kitchen chairs.
Another set of fabulous illustrations to enjoy; how clever of Keeping to face off two profiles!
Thanks very much, Dolly. Another example of shared taste 🙂
My pleasure, Derrick. I am honored to be sharing taste with you and Jackie.
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It must be a relief to have the redecoration completed – and so well too!
It is, Anne. It has only taken us 7 years 🙂 Thanks very much.
As Dolly said, the kitchen is warm and inviting. If I was in England, I would recommend Nick to everyone!
So will we. Thanks a lot, GP
… us too, with regard to the chairs!
Your beautiful kitchen does look so wonderfully bright – a fitting stage for The Culinary Queen’s expert creations!
Thank you very much, Emma
Looking very good.
Just noticed that not only do we have the same colour kitchen cabinets we also appear to have the same worktops and drainer. Mine is Corian. And chosen especially do avoid the joins.
We probably have the same worktops but can’t remember 🙂 Thanks very much, Sue
Well done. Kitchen looks great.
Thanks very much, Rupali
I admire tradesmen like plasterers and painters who make it all look so easy. But, when we try it, we don’t always achieve the same result.
You and Jacky must be right chuffed with the transformation. <3
We certainly are, Yvonne. Thanks a lot. X
“Each proudly cherishing her own anger” LOL – what a great picture!
Oh, your kitchen is so beautiful and airy – what a great color!! Everything looks perfect.
Thanks very much, Jodie. We are pleased you like it.
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Your Redecorated Kitchen looks superb Derrick…
Thanks very much, Ivor
OH! Your new kitchen looks so beautiful and light and welcoming! 🙂 Great work, Nick! I’d hug him if I could! 🙂
A consternation gathering… 😮 😀 Love the 2 page illustration!
So glad your Modus is home again! 🙂
(((HUGS))) and Happy Whee-kend!!! 🙂
Thanks very much, Carolyn. We’d hug him if we could!
He’s done s great job!
He certainly has. Thanks very much, Sheree
What a pretty kitchen! Enjoy.
We will. Thanks very much, Chrissy
I like the colour scheme.
Thanks a lot, Tootlepedal
Enjoying a nightcap as I browse your blog, Derrick…
Thanks very much, Mike
Anyone who can cut in without using masking tape is aces in my book! Nick did a fantasic job on the kitchen redecoration.
He did indeed, Liz. And he is a generous and amusing person. Thanks very much.
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Wow! Jackie will never leave the kitchen now…lucky for you, Derrick. It looks beautiful. I love the color!
Thank you so much, Jill.
So enjoyed! Everything is looking beautiful! 🙂
Thank you very much, Holly
My pleasure!
I especially like the amount of light your kitchen’s bathed in. Windows and light are my primary concerns when it comes to rooms, and Nick has done a wonderful job of eliminating any flaws that light would pick out.
Thanks very much, Linda. You were right to pick out the impeccable preparation work.
I LOVE the colors and light in your kitchen – fresh, comfortable, and natural, like your garden!
Thank you so much, JoAnna
Wow, new look. Love it.
Thanks very much, Arlene
I continue relishing Mr Keeping’s illustrations. The redecoration project has resulted in a rejuvenated ambience.
Thank you so much, Uma
I love the skylight and the refreshing celery green color. You’re going to enjoy that remodel for years to come. Good job!! <3
Thank you very much, Jan X
The kitchen looks lovely! Perfect colors and lighting! You and Jackie will enjoy it very much!
Thank you very much, Lavinia
The kitchen looks lovely very bright and full of light.
Thanks very much, msw
You have a wonderful character-filled house, and I’m not just talking about Little Dorrit et al. I seem to remember that back door was once bright-blue, but I do also recall a half-door (stable?), and I can’t place it in the last few posts. So maybe that was the blue of my memory. White and light mint green looks refreshing. Now to return Pauline’s light catcher to its rightful place. And curtains? I can’t remember . . .
You have a perfect memory, Gwen. Both the doors were blue. The one now painted white leads to the garage, now the library. Down one step to the right is the stable door – still blue. Curtains, a sympathetic green, will go back up today. Thanks very much.
Some days, this memory is a curse. Now, can you please remind me what I had for breakfast?
Vegemite
Haha, I’m off the carbs, so no toast for me. Besides, I think Bear has cornered the market on Vegemite.
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Looks very fresh Derrick.
Thanks a lot, Andrew
Very nice – I like your kitchen set-up. Is that a built-in dish drain I see?
Yes, it is Barbara. Thanks very much
Oh, that kitchen is pretty! Cozy and full of light. That last illustration certainly did capture the mulishness of the two women. Excellent!
Thank you so much, Laurie
Your kitchen looks inviting.
Thanks very ,much, Mrs W
Your welcome.
Very nice Derrick! He did an excellent renovation for you. Your modus has a hand break?? Never heard of that before! That would be interesting. Post a photo sometime of the interior!
Thanks a lot, Dwight. Don’t all cars have handbrakes?
Ha ha… no I have never seen on except on an old John Deere tractor!
Certainly in UK and European films you hear the grinding of the ratchet when people park cars
Oh, perhaps so. It had slipped my mind!
Lovely, light and bright kitchen transformation! ☀️
Thanks very much, Crystal
Your kitchen is beautiful–so much light. Nick has done a wonderful job.
The illustration for “Each proudly cherishing her own anger” is perfect!
Thanks very much, Merril. Agreed on both counts
What a fabulous job, it looks lovely Derrick, I’ll bet the Culinary Queen is thrilled.
She certainly is, Lindsey. Thanks very much
What a transformation – very spiffy. 😀
Tiffing comment, Widders. Thanks very much
Beautiful!!!
Thanks very much, Leslie
Derrick, that is a lovely, warm and welcoming room. I love the colors, and the way they bring nature indoors. It’s always nice to have a refresh on a familiar space.
Thanks very much, Alys. Your kind of room, I’d think.
Agreed!
Your kitchen is looking great. It’s always a relief to complete projects like this. He’s done a wonderful job.
Thank you very much, Louise. He is a treasure.
What a wonderful result! Enjoy it! 😁
We do. Thanks very much, Ribana
The redecoration looks fabulous.
So light and welcoming.
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Thanks very much, Melanie X
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