"Use it up, wear it out. Make it do, or do without." That's an old Yankee proverb which epitomizes old Yankee thrift and resourcefulness. It's my own motto for my blog! We bought an 1855 house in Upstate NY, and rather than take the bulldozer to it, we decided to *try* to restore it to its once-graceful state. This is our story. It's a family affair of love and hate, bliss and frustration, as we tackle all the projects ourselves. In the blog, I journalize our projects, hghlighting tips and tools that help. I also touch on home-related topics, such as small business, economics, building trends, design, and new tools.

P.S. We have a 1.5 acre of overgrown lawn and woods to tame, also!