What I love about Stephanie is how joyfully she celebrates every worker and volunteers efforts. Her appreciation is beautiful! I come from a lifetime in the hospitality industry and appreciation and understanding of the value of our work was everything.
Using the furnishing fabric reminded me of when I was 18. I made a top from a lovely furnishing fabric, went to meet a new boyfriend’s parents and matched their curtains!
I really hope Michael Petherick will be joining you at Easter, he will look fabulous in Bridgerton costume. Besides I miss his fabulous smile, charm and sweetness at Lalande.
Your video of the garden Notre Dame d'orsan has excellent examples of how to use your branches for trellising and wattle fencing. One of my favorite garden videos.
I wish Percy could video Isabelle’s reaction to seeing the changing landscape. She has invested so much love into the property too! I would have loved to see her surprise and appreciation for all the changes as well!
They'll have to film her reaction, next time she comes to Lalande, and sees everything that has happened irl... I know she watches every vlog, but I think there might be happy tears 😊 So many dreams, that are now coming true, and all of it happening so fast 😂
@@Jayrose59 I know, it's really great they do, but I too miss Mummy running around the garden and being so active, I love episodes with her in it. My husband used to call this Video channel, "French Mummy"! haha
I wish she was there too she is so wonderfull in those costumes she belong more to that era in time , miss our Kat so very much, pray that she be able to come back very soon
I made my wedding dress and bridesmaids dresses all regency inspired. That was over 20 years ago now (still married). I have loved the regency style since I was a little girl. I think that the empress line is very flattering to nearly every body shape.
These designs for the Period costumes are so wonderful. Reminds me of Sense and Sensibility, EMMA, Jane Austen etc. Phillip looks wonderful as does Selmar. Time to have Annalise to do magic on Selmar's hair. Selmar is such a hunk.
I always tell my husband this is the best vlog, better than the previous one but this is the way I feel every time. Stephanie, this is so welcome and appreciated. I am so happy that tour 16 year plus long dream is moving ahead. Progress causes such an infectious and invigorating feeling. Congratulations. So happy for you.
Thank you Stephanie & Phillip for not overplaying music with your filming. You have allowed us to share your spring birds, & I just drank in their happy songs!
Wow, talk about a hive of activity. Wonderful to see and even Thor is competing with all those strutting males as he doesn't want to be outshone by Philip and Selmar in their finery. LOL😁
I absolutely LOVED seeing the men looking so elegant and stately. I believe the Lalander's have started a trend. How wonderful it would be to see men wearing such flattering clothing. Love you all !!!
With all the fast 'fashion' that abounds today, it's great to see Sian at work fitting everyone for their 'new clothes'... I do miss sewing, so now it's time to get all may machines serviced. I have a stash of laces from my days in intimate apparel, so it's definitely time to sort out the ones that Stephanie could use. To stiffen cotton lace, use a commercial spray fabric starch, for delicate lace try a solution of a water and a clear drying glue.... Lalande is starting a whole new era... Stephanie I can feel your excitement! 🏰👍🦘
The “MEN” of La Londe always remind me of men from the Regency period in history. I love your costumer. She’s awesome! Great vlog! So much going on!❤️❤️❤️❤️. Amazing changes are happening quickly. Everything has gotten so overgrown through the years and now it’s getting back to its beauty. Princess dresses! Awesome!! The men of la Londe are going to be so handsome in these period clothes....elegant for sure!
Another fabulous episode 🤗 How divine to have a home where dressing up in period costumes is not out of place. So perfect. The work being done outside is transforming the Chateau to something spectacular for the future. Well done everyone. Thank you to the Patrons who have enabled Stephanie to continue her vision.
I remember how exciting it was when I restored my old 19th c home. It was so wonderful to see things go from a ruin to potential all the way to completion. I loved the process and the collaboration through the entire process. I know her joy and enthusiasm is real and not feigned. It’s wonderful that her hard work and vision got her to this point.
A Bridgerton Easter! It’s going to be so much fun!! .., we’ll need a Medieval Springtime party too!! To give all those glorious costumes an event to be worn and admired. Such a talented designer!
THANK-YOU!! it was a GREAT day at Lalande...I share Stephanie's view about our historical homes...they should be preserved and each step that is taken assures another 100yrs or more for this grand ole Lady that is Lalande!!!
Bc of the amount of wood they used, modern France has more forests than medieval/renaissance France so the chateau was probably visible to all the locals when it was built
Very interesting! I know they definitely used and managed the woods more then. Trees would be copisted (not sure of the spelling), its basically cutting the tree back so that you get lots of thinner branches that are the same size and straight that can be harvested to make things like fencing.
It's the opposite. France had more forests in the Middle Age and Renaissance than now. But still, there are many, many forests in France (National Forests + private forests).
I guess it also has to do with when sheep were brought in to an area, sheep clear any saplings and keep hills bare. I love areas where they are letting woodland grow back but it must be fenced off from sheep.
What a fantastic day for you all!! It was breath taking to see how big the moat is and just how much Dan and Brian had achieved in such a short space of time. Cannot wait to see your Bridgerton outfits finished. Sian is such a talented lady, so the dresses and gentlemens outfits will be beyond beautiful. I really really hope Kat gets back in time to join in and have a dress of her own. Lovely to see so much is happening, moving forward and coming together. We finally made it back in to the garden...hoorah!!... lots of clearing and afterwards had the biggest home made cappuccino you've ever seen, whilst watching your vlog. A wonderful way to end the day. Love to you all xx
The ruffles on the portrait could be part of a very fancy chemise, which would always be worn under their dresses to protect the fabric and their skin.
It is such a joy take share Stephanie's joy of the restoration of the chateau. The years of work really bring life to the soul of la Lande. Beautiful! Many blessings.
I watch Stephanie on my laptop with headphones on, whilst my husband watches normal tv. The first few minutes of the vlog I could hear a chainsaw. Took my headphones off and said to my husband, can you hear a chainsaw? Why would our guests be using a chainsaw to chop up firewood? We have an AIRBNB and our property is in the bush (forest to Europeans). I honestly thought the chainsaw noise was coming outside our house! LOL. My husband told me I was hearing things. Mystery solved as soon as Stephanie went to the window I could see Dan in the distance and I knew he must be chainsawing. It was just so funny.
Someone tell Stephanie a potter's wheel, kiln & French mud, can be such fun,soothing & theraputic,SAFE & when fully set up even make money selling finished pieces of baked ware.
Those dresses are lovely!! I especially like the ruching in the back. Philip’s hair looks really good tied back. How fitting that Thor would show off on the day of the regency style fittings 😄 I’ve never seen the chateau from that angle and it is even more majestic.
Ohhhhhh Stephanie, going up the tower ‘short cut’ entering through the closet! How delightful and enchanting! : “Daughter of Eve from the far land of Spare Oom where eternal summer reigns around the bright city of War Drobe, how would it be if you came and had tea with me?” Tumnus in “The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe” by C. S. Lewis
Stephanie’s gentle tact when it was suggested that her salon curtains be made into a dress! - today’s episode was so packed. I’m so pleased for you all and happy to be allowed to share the joy.
If you have a metal detector, detect around where the walls are and were...if they're low enough for people centuries ago, to sit, on there is usually a coin or two that has been dropped, as well as bits and pieces of jewelry, etc. Also at the food of old, large trees where people would rest, stop work for a rest or a bite to eat, or to even have an intimate picnic...again, things get lost....wondering too, have you found any area(s) that may have been used as a refuse or trash heap or dump, away from the Chateau? Usually when damaged jewelry, shoes, plates, brushes, bottles, and so on, along with other garbage and trash, were usually placed in a designated area. You have a lot of exploring to do. If you choose to go for walks, you should always take a detector with you. On the edge of your property, near old roadways, or paths, are usually where you find things that have been dropped or things like shoe or knee buckles from the 15th-16th century lost from both men and women's attire. Rings have been lost, usually if someone removes their gloves in the winter while outside. Things from a man's pouch or cloak were lost when they were removing gloves or other items from them. Combs used in women's hair as well as earrings, were sometimes lost as well, while roaming the grounds, or taking a walk with someone who was courting her. Children's toys is another thing that is sometimes found. Because your grounds and buildings go SO far back in time/history, there are probably a lot of secrets just waiting to be discovered! Lucky you! (If I had a wonderful place like yours, so old and with so much history, I would try to designate a time at least a couple of days a month in the spring, summer and fall, to take excursions on your grounds with a detector) . It will be great exercise, giving you a perfect opportunity to get even more acquainted with your "estate" and interact with that amazing nature that surrounds you. If you end up finding some neat things, you can create a display area, on your main floor, with each item, labeling what it is, and where you found it on the grounds. Wonder if you should perhaps name the different areas on your grounds and have signs made and erected to use as reference points for your guests. Visitors will get a better feel of those who lived there in the past.
You’re so wise and detailed. As just a regular person reading your wise knowledgeable advice. I’ll take it with me ...and who knows maybe I’ll find some treasures along my journey or trips . Thank you 😊
I hope Dan keeps a journal documenting everything he has done at LaLande - will make a wonderful book someday. Totally envious of all the wood chips they are generating - also fire wood. As a long-term subscriber, it is inspiring to see how much you and your team of fantastic "LaLanders" have achieved. Your mother and Percy will be truly amazed when they return. Fashionistas Selmar and Philip will be utterly in their element for the "Bridgeton Extravaganza" - really looking forward to the event. This was an amazing video - so much progress happening - a true "Spring" at LaLande!
Huge changes, amazing! One of my favourite developments at Lalande as it opens up a whole new aspect to this lovely quiet jewel of a property. Davey’s vision for a formal garden on this side of the old chateau is simply perfect.
Things are happening and it’s so exciting! I love that you want to share your Chateau with your community. If I lived there I would be so pleased to have that view.
Oh Nati you are completely Adorable. You gave me such a giggle when you flipped your hood over your face, beautiful and a bit silly at the same time. 🌹
The dresses are stunning nati’s dress is beautiful and the Bridgestone dresses are so lovely Phillip will look so handsome in his suit and Selmar too loved this vlog thank you
All the Diaries videos are my favourites but this one I found so exciting....I've started making my own clothes again, just like I used to back in the day 60s/70s this was so motivating to get things done. Cheers.
i didn't notice i was smiling throughout the video--seriously it makes my day better when i watch chateau diaries ❤ i wish i could participate in the bridgerton party
So beautiful and fun. I never want each episode to end. So I keep watching the past ones. Thank you for inspiring our dreams and encouraging our hopes.
This reminded me of a bed covering that was given to my grandmother by my great grandmother when she married. Amazing fabric brocade fabric,amazing quality it's around 100 years old. My grandmother gave it to me to make a jacket that gives kimono/wrap/button up with pearls design vibes, it was my first jacket and praise be to God it was my best work yet. So glad the design worked out, making everything symmetrical and even making a belt to wrap around, out of the same fabric. I love it so much, and i will keep it forever. And around my house there is all these gorgeous brocade fabric curtains, with deep blues and golds, for years i have been eyeing them. I may do it later in order to preserve and celebrate them in a new form. God bless you all!
It really is so exciting to see the grounds opened up to see the ancient side of the chateau. And the weather, so envious. You all look so dainty and handsome in Sian's designs which are going to be super.
Sian is a marvel. Not that anyone needs me vouching for her, but from France to Australia with only my measurements to rely on she made me the most wonderful cape in record time. If only she were closer I would have a wardrobe filled with her wonderful creations. The Lalanders are going to look fabulous for Easter. Can’t wait.
You could ask Selmar to make benches for around the gardens from the wood felled at the moat. He has such a way with wood and natural benches would look fantastic. I'm sure anybody staying there would love to just sit and anjoy the grounds xx
A good one today! Love the costumes, being made, the work on the dry canal so be glad when you have the lake back! You have some of the hardest working folks I ever saw! Love Thor he is just too pretty! Thanks for making a perfect end to my day!
Sian is such a creative talent and you will all look so fabulous in your new costumes. I confess to excitement at what Philip and Selmar will wear.... Such elegance!!!!
@@RolaCaro how is it that such beautiful people have gravitated to Lalande? Obviously they would all be lovely, kind, generous and funny:. That's Stephanie to a tee but they are all so gorgeous. Imagine if Cat could get back in time for the party 😁
So exciting to see all of the transformations at the Chateau and to be able to see what the ancient side looks like in full view now and how it was viewed all those years ago by those living in the area back then just brings the magic of the Chateau to more light! I love it! Cant wait to see all the new changes coming, its now really looking like the castle it was meant to be again!
Easter party! Maybe Dan knows of more flowers that bloom at that time of year because the forest last year was gorgeous! Adding more perennial flowers around that flower then would be magical!
The dresses, the gentlemen’s garments, Marie’s florals, the moat ! Scones and tea! I see wattle fencing in the walled garden with all those slender branches. The stable roof! A bridge over the moat, it will be breathtaking , I dream of my visit and seeing the Chateau for the first time it will be quite emotional. Thank you Stephanie for all the beauty you bring to the world.
So exciting to see all the work! The gowns will be glorious! Phillip and Selmar will be so handsome in their costumes! Thor’s plumage in its glory, also.... Wow! What a treat for the eyes! The gentleman are doing a fabulous job clearing the moat.
Its amazing and really exciting the goings on at Lalande! The work outside is fantastic. The costumes are going to be stunning. A word often over used, but in this case accurate. I also agree with Kristin's comment as I to come from hospitality.. appreciation goes a long long way. The weather looks beautiful as does handsome Thor.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen the front of the old Chateau before. It’s stunning. I can now see why they were going to make the grand entrance on that side of the Chateau. So beautiful!
The two temporary dresses looked like matching elegant nighties. When Nati put on the beautiful red dress I was waiting for the big bad wolf disguised as Granma to appear. Would love to put in an order for the same outfit that Phil is going to wear, Stephanie your right we need to have that style of coat back, and the idea for a rich fabric in the folds of the coat. The opening up of the vista at the dry moat looks amazing, Capability Brown would be impressed with the work. Also you will have gained an impressive log stock for the fires . Also liking the style of coat Selmar has gone for. Not fair... can not reach into screen for a piece of flap jack.
What I love about Stephanie is how joyfully she celebrates every worker and volunteers efforts. Her appreciation is beautiful! I come from a lifetime in the hospitality industry and appreciation and understanding of the value of our work was everything.
Exactly. She is so very validating and encouraging and brings out the best in people 😊
True !!!
Kristin, you’ll never have any argument from me, about how Stephanie sincerely celebrates every worker and volunteers efforts ❤️
She could be a good teacher 🌻.
Using the furnishing fabric reminded me of when I was 18. I made a top from a lovely furnishing fabric, went to meet a new boyfriend’s parents and matched their curtains!
Sarah that is hilarious!
Haha, that's hilarious! Well at least you fit right in.
I used to own a skirt like that, but I never matched anyone's curtains. Although I might have matched someone's couch had they been paisley. =)
I made a skirt from a curtain to meet the Norwegian Queen. Unfortunately I destroyed it later by putting a too hot iron on it.
I really hope Michael Petherick will be joining you at Easter, he will look fabulous in Bridgerton costume. Besides I miss his fabulous smile, charm and sweetness at Lalande.
all those branches - can make woven garden edges
Yes and arbors, trellises, pergolas, etc etc!!
BRILLIANT!! Wait for bonfire until the woven garden edges are complete. Hugs!
Love those!
Better to use willow or birch.
Your video of the garden Notre Dame d'orsan has excellent examples of how to use your branches for trellising and wattle fencing. One of my favorite garden videos.
I wish Percy could video Isabelle’s reaction to seeing the changing landscape. She has invested so much love into the property too! I would have loved to see her surprise and appreciation for all the changes as well!
They'll have to film her reaction, next time she comes to Lalande, and sees everything that has happened irl... I know she watches every vlog, but I think there might be happy tears 😊 So many dreams, that are now coming true, and all of it happening so fast 😂
To film Isabelle ‘s reaction would be wonderful!
I'm just sad that Isabelle & Percy arent any part of these vlogs for quite awhile now.
@@gailcraig4495 Percy and Isabel join us on the live chats for each vlog
@@Jayrose59 I know, it's really great they do, but I too miss Mummy running around the garden and being so active, I love episodes with her in it. My husband used to call this Video channel, "French Mummy"! haha
I am completely in awe of people like Sian who can sew and create wearable works of art.😊
I wish Kat was there. I know she fell in love with the silver princess dress from before.
She would look stunning in one of the empire waist dresses
I wish she was there too she is so wonderfull in those costumes she belong more to that era in time , miss our Kat so very much, pray that she be able to come back very soon
A custom made Bridgerton inspired dress is something I didn’t know I needed in my life until now 😍
I made my wedding dress and bridesmaids dresses all regency inspired. That was over 20 years ago now (still married). I have loved the regency style since I was a little girl. I think that the empress line is very flattering to nearly every body shape.
My first evening dress as a teenagers was empire designed ans i absolutely loved it. They flatter all body types.
These designs for the Period costumes are so wonderful. Reminds me of Sense and Sensibility, EMMA, Jane Austen etc. Phillip looks wonderful as does Selmar. Time to have Annalise to do magic on Selmar's hair. Selmar is such a hunk.
I agree, especially after I saw his hair pinned up off his face. A trim would look great.
Yes! That's the show I was racking my brain trying to think of as comparison. Thank you.
Jane Austen is a better definition than Bridgerton
Wow! [will Selmar be wearing some purple?] LOL! No sooner did I ask than the word 'aubergine' came out of Selmar's mouth!
I always tell my husband this is the best vlog, better than the previous one but this is the way I feel every time. Stephanie, this is so welcome and appreciated. I am so happy that tour 16 year plus long dream is moving ahead. Progress causes such an infectious and invigorating feeling. Congratulations. So happy for you.
So do l
I ordered and received a beautiful surcote from Sian. It's sooooooo beautiful and I feel amazing when I wear it. Thanks Sian.
Hi Brenda 💗🥰💗
Thank you Stephanie & Phillip for not overplaying music with your filming. You have allowed us to share your spring birds, & I just drank in their happy songs!
"It's French lunchtime" - being French this really cracked me up :D Our lunch is sacred haha
Wow, talk about a hive of activity. Wonderful to see and even Thor is competing with all those strutting males as he doesn't want to be outshone by Philip and Selmar in their finery. LOL😁
I absolutely LOVED seeing the men looking so elegant and stately. I believe the Lalander's have started a trend. How wonderful it would be to see men wearing such flattering clothing. Love you all !!!
It would indeed.
The façade of Lalande is just so romantic. I fall back in love with it every time it's on screen.
With all the fast 'fashion' that abounds today, it's great to see Sian at work fitting everyone for their 'new clothes'... I do miss sewing, so now it's time to get all may machines serviced. I have a stash of laces from my days in intimate apparel, so it's definitely time to sort out the ones that Stephanie could use. To stiffen cotton lace, use a commercial spray fabric starch, for delicate lace try a solution of a water and a clear drying glue.... Lalande is starting a whole new era... Stephanie I can feel your excitement! 🏰👍🦘
The “MEN” of La Londe always remind me of men from the Regency period in history. I love your costumer. She’s awesome! Great vlog! So much going on!❤️❤️❤️❤️. Amazing changes are happening quickly. Everything has gotten so overgrown through the years and now it’s getting back to its beauty. Princess dresses! Awesome!! The men of la Londe are going to be so handsome in these period clothes....elegant for sure!
On my way to Lalande to attend the Bridgerton party. See u 🌻
Another fabulous episode 🤗
How divine to have a home where dressing up in period costumes is not out of place. So perfect. The work being done outside is transforming the Chateau to something spectacular for the future. Well done everyone. Thank you to the Patrons who have enabled Stephanie to continue her vision.
you could use some of the wood to build the shelter you talked about against the wall in the veg garden , would be perfect and from your own grounds
I remember how exciting it was when I restored my old 19th c home. It was so wonderful to see things go from a ruin to potential all the way to completion. I loved the process and the collaboration through the entire process. I know her joy and enthusiasm is real and not feigned. It’s wonderful that her hard work and vision got her to this point.
Hello everyone lots of love from South Africa 👏👏👏👏🌼🌼🌼🌼🇿🇦🇿🇦👋❤️ Spero
A Bridgerton Easter! It’s going to be so much fun!! .., we’ll need a Medieval Springtime party too!! To give all those glorious costumes an event to be worn and admired. Such a talented designer!
When I saw Nati's dress, I thought the same thing. It would be very magical! I wish I could go to both parties 😊
@@Adriana_mg oh me too. Maybe a bonfire/Medieval picnic on the Old side of the Chateau! So many exciting options for entertainment to be had!
What a fantastic idea!
@@christinevr7698 a medieval picnic sounds like the perfect excuse for Stephanie to have the summer parties she’s always dreaming of 😁
Summer médiéval parties would be perfect. With some archery butts set up. No jousting if Phillippe is allergic to horses
You have more costumes parties in one year that the rest of us have in a life time. ..
Sadly🙁
Sian is so very talented!!!
Break out that metal detector! There has to be treasure in that lake
I’ve become so invested in seeing the improvements being made to the chateau!! I can’t wait to see what it looks like a year from now!
THANK-YOU!! it was a GREAT day at Lalande...I share Stephanie's view about our historical homes...they should be preserved and each step that is taken assures another 100yrs or more for this grand ole Lady that is Lalande!!!
Bc of the amount of wood they used, modern France has more forests than medieval/renaissance France so the chateau was probably visible to all the locals when it was built
Very interesting! I know they definitely used and managed the woods more then. Trees would be copisted (not sure of the spelling), its basically cutting the tree back so that you get lots of thinner branches that are the same size and straight that can be harvested to make things like fencing.
Michelle Bennett this was a prehistoric technique. So awesome.
It's the opposite. France had more forests in the Middle Age and Renaissance than now. But still, there are many, many forests in France (National Forests + private forests).
@@Cate7451 people still do this now, it just used to be way more normal.
I guess it also has to do with when sheep were brought in to an area, sheep clear any saplings and keep hills bare. I love areas where they are letting woodland grow back but it must be fenced off from sheep.
Nice to see the bedroom I stayed in. Reminding me of my stay at Lalande.
What a fantastic day for you all!! It was breath taking to see how big the moat is and just how much Dan and Brian had achieved in such a short space of time. Cannot wait to see your Bridgerton outfits finished. Sian is such a talented lady, so the dresses and gentlemens outfits will be beyond beautiful. I really really hope Kat gets back in time to join in and have a dress of her own. Lovely to see so much is happening, moving forward and coming together. We finally made it back in to the garden...hoorah!!... lots of clearing and afterwards had the biggest home made cappuccino you've ever seen, whilst watching your vlog. A wonderful way to end the day. Love to you all xx
Here’s to Thor, who added his splendor to this video. ❤️
Can see the joy on your face Stephanie! wonderful day at Lalande..
There’s really no arguing that mid/late regency is PEAK MENSWEAR.
The ruffles on the portrait could be part of a very fancy chemise, which would always be worn under their dresses to protect the fabric and their skin.
This lady is so talented
It is such a joy take share Stephanie's joy of the restoration of the chateau. The years of work really bring life to the soul of la Lande.
Beautiful!
Many blessings.
I watch Stephanie on my laptop with headphones on, whilst my husband watches normal tv. The first few minutes of the vlog I could hear a chainsaw. Took my headphones off and said to my husband, can you hear a chainsaw? Why would our guests be using a chainsaw to chop up firewood? We have an AIRBNB and our property is in the bush (forest to Europeans). I honestly thought the chainsaw noise was coming outside our house! LOL. My husband told me I was hearing things. Mystery solved as soon as Stephanie went to the window I could see Dan in the distance and I knew he must be chainsawing. It was just so funny.
Someone tell Stephanie a potter's wheel, kiln & French mud, can be such fun,soothing & theraputic,SAFE & when fully set up even make money selling finished pieces of baked ware.
SELMAR LAUGHING WAS THE BEST!! It was so funny. Love him. All in good fun indeed!
Those dresses are lovely!! I especially like the ruching in the back. Philip’s hair looks really good tied back. How fitting that Thor would show off on the day of the regency style fittings 😄
I’ve never seen the chateau from that angle and it is even more majestic.
I agree. He looked especially handsome in today's episode. I really like his fashion sense.
Ohhhhhh Stephanie, going up the tower ‘short cut’ entering through the closet! How delightful and enchanting! :
“Daughter of Eve from the far land of Spare Oom where eternal summer reigns around the bright city of War Drobe, how would it be if you came and had tea with me?”
Tumnus in “The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe” by C. S. Lewis
Wonderful as usual, but my favorite comment was Ian's about Marie; "she's got a gift." Spot on!!!
Always sorry for the close of your show! A day without steph and the crew is a day without sunshine!!
Stephanie’s gentle tact when it was suggested that her salon curtains be made into a dress! - today’s episode was so packed. I’m so pleased for you all and happy to be allowed to share the joy.
My mother had a dressmaker, a real gem...mom had most of her more formal clothes made...
All of your projects are infectious . . . makes me want to go out and clear the yard and chop down trees. Very motivational vlogs‼️
A hive of activity. I really enjoy it when we see what everyone is up to. Inside and out. Good job Steph.
If you have a metal detector, detect around where the walls are and were...if they're low enough for people centuries ago, to sit, on there is usually a coin or two that has been dropped, as well as bits and pieces of jewelry, etc. Also at the food of old, large trees where people would rest, stop work for a rest or a bite to eat, or to even have an intimate picnic...again, things get lost....wondering too, have you found any area(s) that may have been used as a refuse or trash heap or dump, away from the Chateau? Usually when damaged jewelry, shoes, plates, brushes, bottles, and so on, along with other garbage and trash, were usually placed in a designated area. You have a lot of exploring to do. If you choose to go for walks, you should always take a detector with you. On the edge of your property, near old roadways, or paths, are usually where you find things that have been dropped or things like shoe or knee buckles from the 15th-16th century lost from both men and women's attire. Rings have been lost, usually if someone removes their gloves in the winter while outside. Things from a man's pouch or cloak were lost when they were removing gloves or other items from them. Combs used in women's hair as well as earrings, were sometimes lost as well, while roaming the grounds, or taking a walk with someone who was courting her. Children's toys is another thing that is sometimes found. Because your grounds and buildings go SO far back in time/history, there are probably a lot of secrets just waiting to be discovered! Lucky you! (If I had a wonderful place like yours, so old and with so much history, I would try to designate a time at least a couple of days a month in the spring, summer and fall, to take excursions on your grounds with a detector) . It will be great exercise, giving you a perfect opportunity to get even more acquainted with your "estate" and interact with that amazing nature that surrounds you. If you end up finding some neat things, you can create a display area, on your main floor, with each item, labeling what it is, and where you found it on the grounds. Wonder if you should perhaps name the different areas on your grounds and have signs made and erected to use as reference points for your guests. Visitors will get a better feel of those who lived there in the past.
You’re so wise and detailed. As just a regular person reading your wise knowledgeable advice. I’ll take it with me ...and who knows maybe I’ll find some treasures along my journey or trips . Thank you 😊
Yes yes yes absolutely , you are right!
I hope Dan keeps a journal documenting everything he has done at LaLande - will make a wonderful book someday. Totally envious of all the wood chips they are generating - also fire wood. As a long-term subscriber, it is inspiring to see how much you and your team of fantastic "LaLanders" have achieved. Your mother and Percy will be truly amazed when they return. Fashionistas Selmar and Philip will be utterly in their element for the "Bridgeton Extravaganza" - really looking forward to the event. This was an amazing video - so much progress happening - a true "Spring" at LaLande!
Huge changes, amazing! One of my favourite developments at Lalande as it opens up a whole new aspect to this lovely quiet jewel of a property. Davey’s vision for a formal garden on this side of the old chateau is simply perfect.
Isn’t it a wonderful thing to be alive!
Things are happening and it’s so exciting! I love that you want to share your Chateau with your community. If I lived there I would be so pleased to have that view.
Oh Nati you are completely Adorable. You gave me such a giggle when you flipped your hood over your face, beautiful and a bit silly at the same time. 🌹
The dresses are stunning nati’s dress is beautiful and the Bridgestone dresses are so lovely Phillip will look so handsome in his suit and Selmar too loved this vlog thank you
All the Diaries videos are my favourites but this one I found so exciting....I've started making my own clothes again, just like I used to back in the day 60s/70s this was so motivating to get things done. Cheers.
It is so wonderful to see so much activity going on!
The Vendetta Couture is absolutely gorgeous and all of you will look stunning and handsome indeed...
i didn't notice i was smiling throughout the video--seriously it makes my day better when i watch chateau diaries ❤ i wish i could participate in the bridgerton party
As an Austen fan, I am highly jealous of getting custom Regency dresses 😁
The grounds of the chateau are looking fabulous,so fun to watch the transformation!!!🪓🎋
I'd love to see that stone wall recovered even if it's old and wonky, it's so beautiful ❤️
Love the view now the trees are down. It's going to look fabulous 💐
The costumes are just lovely(so far) 🌼🌸I can’t wait to see you all dressed up in them @ Easter 🥰
The dresses look STUNNING! Also, your hair, Stephanie is looking so healthy!
Wonderful to see such a lot happening. Heart lifting to watch. Well done everyone. ❤️
So beautiful and fun. I never want each episode to end. So I keep watching the past ones. Thank you for inspiring our dreams and encouraging our hopes.
Lots of love from Imperia from Malta 😁 Have been watching the Chateau Diaries since 2019 and I am a Patreon 😊 Well done on all the works!
How wonderful to have a dress made for you!!! Bridgerton style no less!! Everything looks so amazing around the chateau. CONGRATULATIONS on 200th!!🥂🍾
This reminded me of a bed covering that was given to my grandmother by my great grandmother when she married. Amazing fabric brocade fabric,amazing quality it's around 100 years old. My grandmother gave it to me to make a jacket that gives kimono/wrap/button up with pearls design vibes, it was my first jacket and praise be to God it was my best work yet.
So glad the design worked out, making everything symmetrical and even making a belt to wrap around, out of the same fabric. I love it so much, and i will keep it forever.
And around my house there is all these gorgeous brocade fabric curtains, with deep blues and golds, for years i have been eyeing them. I may do it later in order to preserve and celebrate them in a new form.
God bless you all!
It really is so exciting to see the grounds opened up to see the ancient side of the chateau. And the weather, so envious. You all look so dainty and handsome in Sian's designs which are going to be super.
I so enjoy seeing the absolute hive of activity.
Your content is getting better and better. Well done Ms. Jarvis. I look forward to your videos every time you upload. Thank you.
Regency britches always do have a bit of a 'nappy butt' effect, so thats very accurate, don't worry phillip!
Philip’s choice of fabrics are very spring like and Eastery
The Chateau is undergoing a great uplift and it is Wonderful to see it all come about.
Sian is a marvel. Not that anyone needs me vouching for her, but from France to Australia with only my measurements to rely on she made me the most wonderful cape in record time. If only she were closer I would have a wardrobe filled with her wonderful creations. The Lalanders are going to look fabulous for Easter. Can’t wait.
This is going to be So good
You were right Jenni!
You could ask Selmar to make benches for around the gardens from the wood felled at the moat. He has such a way with wood and natural benches would look fantastic. I'm sure anybody staying there would love to just sit and anjoy the grounds xx
This is a great idea 😍😍😍
So good to see all the work being done to the Chateau. Thank you to all the patrons and subscribers. 💖
Would it work to use some of the long skinny branches to make woven twig fencing?
A good one today! Love the costumes, being made, the work on the dry canal so be glad when you have the lake back! You have some of the hardest working folks I ever saw! Love Thor he is just too pretty! Thanks for making a perfect end to my day!
Sian is such a creative talent and you will all look so fabulous in your new costumes. I confess to excitement at what Philip and Selmar will wear.... Such elegance!!!!
I'm looking forward to what the men of Lalande are going to wear as well.
Also want to see what Michael Potts will wear. He should be a natural in Regency costume!
@@RolaCaro how is it that such beautiful people have gravitated to Lalande? Obviously they would all be lovely, kind, generous and funny:. That's Stephanie to a tee but they are all so gorgeous. Imagine if Cat could get back in time for the party 😁
@@pamyh.37 Yes, hope lockdown ends soon!
That was a great decision to clear out the trees. The chateau just elevated itself to a much different level. XOXO
Oh stephaine. The chateau looks majestic now with all the trees gone. And only two men did all this😀👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙋🏻♀️❤️
What joy and happiness surrounds you!
This is amazing
JAne Austen would approve
So exciting to see all of the transformations at the Chateau and to be able to see what the ancient side looks like in full view now and how it was viewed all those years ago by those living in the area back then just brings the magic of the Chateau to more light! I love it! Cant wait to see all the new changes coming, its now really looking like the castle it was meant to be again!
Oh Stephanie , this is so exciting. Home projects are my favorite and I can’t wait to see more.
Easter party! Maybe Dan knows of more flowers that bloom at that time of year because the forest last year was gorgeous! Adding more perennial flowers around that flower then would be magical!
Easter egg hunts are going to be divine with spring flowers planted in the woods.
The dresses, the gentlemen’s garments, Marie’s florals, the moat ! Scones and tea! I see wattle fencing in the walled garden with all those slender branches. The stable roof! A bridge over the moat, it will be breathtaking , I dream of my visit and seeing the Chateau for the first time it will be quite emotional. Thank you Stephanie for all the beauty you bring to the world.
So exciting to see all the work! The gowns will be glorious! Phillip and Selmar will be so handsome in their costumes!
Thor’s plumage in its glory, also.... Wow! What a treat for the eyes! The gentleman are doing a fabulous job clearing the moat.
I think it’s the first time Stephanie has filmed Thor in full plumage from the front! It’s a miracle! 😂
@@christinevr7698 It is! So lovely!
Its amazing and really exciting the goings on at Lalande! The work outside is fantastic. The costumes are going to be stunning. A word often over used, but in this case accurate. I also agree with Kristin's comment as I to come from hospitality.. appreciation goes a long long way. The weather looks beautiful as does handsome Thor.
Yes it was a glorious day at Lalande so exciting on so many levels. The chateau is coming alive with the spring
I've watched Bridgerton TWICE already! LOVE it.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen the front of the old Chateau before. It’s stunning. I can now see why they were going to make the grand entrance on that side of the Chateau. So beautiful!
The two temporary dresses looked like matching elegant nighties. When Nati put on the beautiful red dress I was waiting for the big bad wolf disguised as Granma to appear. Would love to put in an order for the same outfit that Phil is going to wear, Stephanie your right we need to have that style of coat back, and the idea for a rich fabric in the folds of the coat. The opening up of the vista at the dry moat looks amazing, Capability Brown would be impressed with the work. Also you will have gained an impressive log stock for the fires . Also liking the style of coat Selmar has gone for. Not fair... can not reach into screen for a piece of flap jack.
I am so happy for you . What more could you want in life ? good friends, dreams coming true and scones !