MARIE KONDO-ing the CHATEAU! | Epic Declutter Transformation
Vložit
- čas přidán 18. 01. 2023
- It's time for Lalande's annual early Spring Clean, as we clear the chateau and sort everything into three satisfying piles - Keep, Bin or Send to Charity!
The Chateau Diaries Episode 365 ✨🏰✨
Escape to the chateau with 'The Chateau Diaries' 🏰
This channel follows the adventures of chatelaine Stephanie in her French 16th century home, the Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️
We share our life in this ancient chateau in the heart of the French countryside, and show you the diy, renovations, crafts, cooking and gardening that are needed to bring a home like this to life!
A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. You have made The Chateau Diaries one of the top 400 Patreon accounts in the world, and have transformed not only our lives here, but the future of this beautiful chateau! I'm overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity. On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will continue to survive and flourish because of you, thank you!!!
If you're interested in becoming a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: / thechateaudiaries
I miss these kinds of videos where you guys declutter, redecorate, and renovate. More of those, please!
Agreed these are my favourite type of videos.
Me too ,I'm not really a food video person ,but still watch x
Yes please
Me too, I especially enjoy it when they walk from room to room up and downstairs. It almost makes you feel like you are there. And I love that everything isn’t perfect, clutter in the corners. 🤣🌸💕
Absolutely agree.
Just a thought - for the grandfather clock that you’re turning into a bar - change the time on the clock to 5:00, because as they say, it’s always 5:00 somewhere!😃
Brilliant!!
@@sarahmattingly6971 Ditto !!
Genius!
love this!!
And it would be neat if you could come up with a creative way to put a tartan plaid over the flowery area around the face of clock.
The fact that Philip turned this clean out project into an opportunity to decorate 🤣
Butofcourse!
Always! And he is always so complimentary of Amaury’s talent.
He has such fantastic ideas. You and Philip were made for each other!
Yes, I always smile whenever Stephanie and Philip undertake projects. They always spur each other on and feed off each other creatively. Even clean the same way. They are so sweet and so well suited. It’s adorable! ♥️♥️
Also Amaury is such a helpful support to the functioning of LaLande. He is a vital part of everything LaLande!
Love the new boot room! Think you need more coat hooks and shoe and boot stands as well as an umbrella stand too!
Practical suggestion. Put the wardrobes on the interior door side of the room and the plants and plant stand by the window instead. The plants need all the light
a big mirror opposite the window would bring in double the sunlight for plant growth
@@corricatt eg the mirror doors on the wardrobe... my thinking also
Good idea.
Also a good idea.
Seconding all of these comments. That plant really needs to be closer by the window.
love how you took a junk room and made it a useable space but still giving you storage. Loved this
I’m so excited to say that I met your mother and Percy on the way back home. On the ferry ! It was a joy ! She was so beautiful and gracious, not at all grumpy!, and Percy a gent !
That is so cool! I would be so thrilled to meet them too!
Thank you Ceri Wibberley. It’s a surprise when we are recognized. It’s so humbling. Enjoy.
@@percyattfield3393 oh wow, you guys didn't know that you are celebrities. Well, you are, and so entertaining, and fun. I wish I had a mummy and a percy. As for the grumbles I think it's all part of the dynamic.
Phillip really loves you, Stephanie. He is always at his most happiness when you are happy. What a beautiful person he is…you’re a lucky woman and make a wonderful couple together.
I noticed his tender look when she was so happy.
He’s an amazing asset to LaLande & makes Steph so happy.
Mummie loves him too!
That’s VERY important! 😂
Dear Kondo team, that plant will need more light. It was situated perfectly in front of the window. Just a tip 🙂
And a worktable, if Pavlina is going to be potting.... (Love the video. Wish you all would come redecorate my itty bitty chateau....)
Marie Kondo would be so proud of all you have done! What a blessing to have Philip and Amaury, miracle workers working as a team! Marie must also feel proud that she is not only famous now for her book, but that her name has been used here as a verb! What a legacy :)
Helemaal mee eens dat de plant veel meer licht nodig heeft, goeie opmerking Annemiek.
@@julianvendre3418 Dankjewel Julian. Hopelijk doen ze er iets mee.
@@vladeckk21 Thank you for saying that. Was thinking the same. She needs workspace.
Love everyone, miss mummy and Percy already, but I adore seeing the fab four... Amaury, Dan, Philip and Stephanie
My favourite part is when the boys get excited Dan is coming over for dinner. I wish I could see Paulina’s reaction to the gardener’s tea room.
Pavolina will need a small table ( like the one that was there!) for arranging flowers!
I thought that too
It's still there, they moved it to the wall and added the tea tray. I'm sure she can just pull it out to work on arrangements!!
I never want your videos to end! So grateful for your channel. Nothing better than seeing lovely people working together to create something beautiful.
I bought the bottom half of an antique tall clock for ten euros and repaired it and put in shelves and lined it with old Sanderson wallpaper samples and it fits in the hallway outside my bathroom as my bathroom cabinet. Perfect.
What a great idea!
flea market flip. also we had fake clocks on small side that went on wall. and when it didnt work they made a small display thing out of it. and rehung.
Seeing Mummy and Percy leave brought tears to my eyes.
Before living in my current house I moved every year or two and did not collect much. I have been in my house now for 24 years and have collected way too much that will probably never be used. You have inspired me to spend 2023 clearing and giving away! Thanks Team LaLande! 💕
Handy tip: I downloaded next door, neighbors can pick up your stuff and you can even sell it
@@FleurOlivia Many thanks for the idea! So far I have only moved some empty boxes to the cluttered area but it’s a start 😆
Please donate to REAL Charity shops that actually help people.
I never donate to Goodwill in USA, because they do nothing to help those in need!
I donate to Salvation Army or St Vincent De Paul.
They give household items & clothing to aide those in need.
Cannot believe how satisfying and fun its been watching people clean
The holidays are truly over
I love the smile that came over Mummy’s face when Stephani told her and Percy to take care of each other. So sweet. 🌺
Are they going back to South Africa?
@Denise Yes. It is summer in SA now, and they can be at the beach house. They can use the pool and have minimal housework unless the monkeys get in..😘😘😘
Maybe you should put some cedar chips in a closet when you put your coats in there
It's diary 365, so from now on we can (re)view another one every day for an entire year 🙂
Great idea!
My best advice for clearing out things with emotional ties - take a photo of it. You will have the photo and the memories forever and allow someone else to make use of it. xoxo
You have an amazing array of talented men in the Chateau. Remember if you weren't there, neither would they be. You pull talent from the world. Cheers.
The difference is remarkable. The room is quite pleasant, still has lots of storage, and is very attractive.
I love how you fixed the little garden room/ China cupbpoard/closet, but if it is going to be a place for creating some flower arrangements. How about a long narrow table right down the center of the room?
oh oh oh I would totally put the plant in the corner and the sofa more in the middle of the mirror
Lucky Stephanie having dinner with not one, not two but three handsome men 😍. ❤️🇬🇧
Aaah, the farewell to Isobel and Percy.. Brought tears
My favorite thing about this crew is the love, the hard work, the good vibes. I could never live with a bunch of other people because I am so shy, so I LOVE watching how you all mesh and work for the greater good.
So many wonderful things happening in tjis video.Amuary's workshop.The wood being cut.The new sewing machine.😊
Great job Philip on reminding Stephanie to keep the stoneware cheese board because it sparked joy! It doesn’t matter whether you have done without out; that’s no reason to get rid of something. Now that it’s been found, it will be enjoyed again. The great thing about clearing out and making room is you get to find and enjoy old treasures again!
So great to see just the four of you doing important things that you probably couldn't do with a houseful. Lady Isabelle looked very sad to leave, and Percy, in his own way. Now's the time to get back on board and do all you can to bring back that chateau in its 'splendeur'
Percy likely will enjoy his own home and Isabelle to himself 😊
@@endeavouringit Well I'm a Marmite but yes! They might need a little privacy as well. Cheers!
I think Percy was looking forward to getting back home. It's always nice visiting places but to me it always feels so good to get back hime.
@@patrickdemarcevol Actually, I prefer and eat Marmite (made in NZ though), & yes I think so 🥂
♥️ Stephanie and Philip, you are an incredible team. 🇿🇦
Yay! Finally a new episode. Having withdrawals from seeing videos everyday throughout Christmas to one ever so often. Can you tell? I love the channel!😁😍🥰
I think Stephanie should do one per week in November and then the Advent Diary as usual because the withdrawal symptoms in January are just too difficult. Arghhaa I am dying.
@Carol Jollymore I agree I would love that, but from my own experience at content creation. It is hard work and I don't blame her one bit for the break. Sometimes you can record 4 hours of just random things only to edit it down to 15 minutes. It's crazy
I love watching Phillip clean. He’s so particular, like I am. It’s so satisfying to watch the clear out, cleaning and redecorating.
The room looks lovely! I like the way the teapot and cups look good with Mr. Jarvis’ painting. The garden lovelies will love that space!
@Rhonda Thomas I edited my comment to clarify what I meant. Thank you for being so welcome anyway!
@@amyschneidhorst1384 lol! You’re welcome.
Just love the rebirth of this lovely little space! Another useful room is born! Bravo to you all 🤩 PS Stephanie...your potatoes look amazing! 😍😋🤗
Thank you so much, for all the joy!! 💫💝💫
I can’t wait for the vlogs to appear twice a week, again… sorry, so selfish… 🤭
I’m busy with the cleaning/sorting thing too, since the first week of this year. Very satisfying!! Now there is an interval of about a week, because I turned 50 yesterday and our days are filled with party things… 🥳🥳🥳
I was feeling very happy and connected with you all, when I saw yesterday that Mummy Isabel congratulated me on my birthday. Thank you. 💝
I think there will always be just one now. That's why I love being a patron. The more chateau diaries the better!
@@kimberlyearly8918 I understand! If I had the finances, I would be one too. 🥰
Philip is just so good at turning a space into a part of the home and where would it all be with out the Amazing Amaury. Its so sad to see Mummy and Percy leave however they will be back in no time xx
Philip : Using the grandfather clock as a bar puts a whole new meaning on " TIME FOR A DRINK " ! Cherryl from Canada
I hope you move the plant that Jarrod gave you back in front of the window, it was doing good there. Also, the other plants, need light or at least some light. The room looks great. Nice dinner you made for the men, steak and potatoes, yummy!
Love the decluttering. One suggestion would be to make sure the plants get enough sunlight. I’ve been clearing out my closets since I retired last year and don’t need a lot of the clothes. Feels good to lighten the load. Amaury was so funny with the charm in the cake. He did an amazing job per usual in fixing the armoires. The fab 4 has done it again. Thanks for sharing 😍😘
Those mirrors make your room look huge those are awesome
I loved the fact that you could see the reflection of the armoire and plants at the entrance of the room.
Love your decluttering vlogs as they always help to motivate my own much needed decluttering, thanks Lalanders! 😘
What a great room. Love the mirrors on the walls!
Yes, I was also thinking, it looks like an English garden room. Well done.
Your boyfriend is so sweet. Giving you suggestions to keep your treasures. Very. Caring guy!
The plants need more sunlight. Love your videos.
I needed to be inspired to continue decluttering and organizing my garden shed and…voila…there you were!
Great room now. Please let the poor plants have more light. That's how they survive. Very few plants do well so far from a window. I suppose that beautiful flowering vine will be outdoors in a few months but why not put it on castors (on wheels, easy to move) close to the window until then? Ever thought of moving the kitchen avocado into the greenhouse? Who knows, you might just get it to produce avocados for you there? Peace
Oh what I could do with all that help from two handsome men! I need help in my basement, if only I lived in France 🇫🇷
The room turned out fantastic! Between Amaury, Phillip ,Dan and Stephanie there is the perfect team.
Oh Stephanie. Decluttering videos are my ADDICTION! I love watching y’all clear out the château
Please keep them coming!
I’d love for us to meet Amaury’s brother! I wonder if there is any chance.
I'm going to miss Mami and Percy.
decluttering, clearing, and making space is witchcraft, creativity, and lightens the soul.🌸
I like the clearing videos! The music is always fun.
I do love your Daddy's paintings.
Thanks Guys
This may be a weird comment but here goes. Thank you for still using the cute little horn (french horn?) riff between scenes sometimes. I found your channel during lockdown and to this day, that little ditty makes me feel safe and comforted. Love you all!
Good job of spring cleaning looks wonderful.
Everyone's clearing, whereas we're moving SO much stuff in! Having a baby in April. So much stuff! I wish we had extra rooms like this just to put things.
If you get taller furniture this time remember to bolt them to the wall. 😘😘😘
I like it when people get organized. It helps my OCD. LOL
😂
I love how hands on Philip is. He’s so creative with the ideas he puts forth- you and he are such a perfect team! And Amaury is such a skilled carpenter. Is there anything he can’t fix or improve! You’ve got the perfect people for anything that needs fixed, decorated, or grown in the château and it’s grounds.
I would very happily sit and read and drink tea in that room. It looks lovely.
That was most enjoyable. It's always fun to uncover some forgotten things. Nice diner company too. 🦋
My favorite kind of vlog from you. Just a daily slice of life, living in a chateau in France. I find it very relaxing and entertaining. ♥
I wish I had an Amaury and a Philip to help me clear out 😅
I LOVE the vibe of the room xx
What a terrific transformation. And although not a full renovation its so cosy! Love it!
Hello steph ! So much a pleasure to see you again.
Massive de clutter project with fantastic results! There is something very therapeutic about getting rid of junk. Enjoy the updated space🙏❤️
This video is a tonic! Just what I need to see to encourage me to get stuck into my own clearing out this weekend! Thank you for the video! Have an amazing day!
The room looks so cozy. Pavlina will love it.
❤from 🇨🇦
Little suggestions to move the smaller wardrobe on the right side of that same wall and move the plant closer to the window. It clearly loves that beautiful sunshine 🌺☀️
Don’t go Mummy! I always forget she was stranded during Covid and not supposed to be an original fixture of the crew… but I so want her to be a fixture ❤️
🤣Yes, the one thing we long term LaLander's got spoiled about in the 😷lockdowns🔓 was having Mummy about the Chateau🏰 & grounds🌾. Now, we must share her with gallant Sir Percy. Although I'm thrilled of their continued good health⚕️, loving partnership🫂, & great 🚙mobility🛩 traveling from France 🇫🇷 to UK 🇬🇧 to South Africa 🇿🇦.
🤗At least we now have Stephanie's adorable cousin Amaury & his darling parents to fill some of that ❤️ loving family gap. Their presence helps ease our sorrow🥺 for missing Michael Potts, the elusive Nick, Marie, Antoine, & Scotman too.
💚Bridget from Cali☘️
(using my pal's YT acct)
One day, Scotman will get his apartment and retire there, so everything will get repainted. 😘😘😘
I shed a tear when you said goodbye to Mummy and Percy. I love the transformation to the room. x
Stephanie it is rare I disagree, however every paint pot should be checked that it remains usable and which room it pertains and marked on tin. Always less expensive to touch up e.g.luggage damage to a wall than require to repaint the entire room, no matter your financial situation. So only surplus to any maintenance requirement should be sent to charity and the rest disposed of responsibly. You won't regret the convenience of such a system.
There needs to be a counter to make the flower arrangements and potting.
They got rid of the most important part, the work table 😆
The table is off to the side. It can be moved back to the middle of the room or a longer table put there. I am sure the room will be rearranged again once the gardeners are back in there.😘😘😘
I love this channel and I wish I could be there to help. Cleaning out someone else’s junk is so much easier than clearing out mine.
Amaury is pretty amazing - thank heavens you have so much incredible talented help!
I love this vlog! One of my goals for 2023 is to donate, dispose of and organize those items. Every item coming in means 1 item must be donated or given away. Thank you all for bringing so much joy to all of us during this difficult time. God bless you,
Spring cleaning is always wonderful
Yeah don't get rid of it it looks like an antique and if you do put it in your little store that you have there cuz I will buy it
Make a wee sign to attach to the non operational grandfather clock "Happy Hour"
that was tremendously satisfying
Awesome
Needs a couple of lamps. And a portable table for her to do arrangements on
Stephanie, try a mixture of vinegar and baking soda on the marble table top. It could also be warm vinegar or room temperature.
Vinegar etches marble, so I would be leary of doing this. Better is to use hydrogen peroxide and baking soda.
@@TheSchkings No. Vinegar and baking soda IS a method for cleaning stains off marble. Look it up. 😊❤️
I have done my SPRING CLEAN IN MY APARTMENT! 2023 IS LOOKING QUITE BRIGHT! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
Oh I’m so happy you decide d to keep green ceramic.
What a lovely day….So many fabulous memories….And it so nice seeing people so working together..The new garden room looks so cosy…ahhh I want the little Eiffel Tower …💜
Great Team. The Room Looks Fabulous. Well Done. Xx 👍😘😊
Philip and Stephanie I do hope you see this comment of mine. A grand idea for the grandfather clock!! pun intended. I understand the clock no longer works as a clock and you want to transform into a mini bar. However, all is not lost. you can put a battery operated clock mechanism to the clock portion very in expensive and easily done. I have an old antique clock that I bought that used to be a wind up key mechanism and was upcycled with this type of battery mechanism. It still has it's antique charm and keeps perfect charm.
Love bringing new purpose to item and how fun is it creating new decorating moments
Pauline will need a good height table to do her arrangements on
As someone who also loves applesauce, Philipp's endorsement really made me want to try some of that pastry 😂
Welcome back!!💖 Missed you! What a satisfying episode... Your jumper magically matched the tea set in the "new" garden lounge. I vicariously feel good having seen all the clear out of old paint etc. YAY!
Holy cow! The quality of the video at certain points was amazing!!! So crisp and clear, almost 3 dimensional at certain points! I’m in love with the big armoire, it’s gorgeous!
I feel you, Stephanie; I used to have a vintage coat addiction. I had over 50 coats tucked away in every spare space I could find. Unfortunately, menopause sized me out of most of the coats; along with dozens of vintage dresses, they went to a young woman who promised to cherish them all.