Sunday 17 February 2013

Our Attic and the history of our towns golf course

De Oude Huize Attic
is our current project.  

A writer can write in an attic, or on top of a bus. 
Or with a sharp stick in some wet cement. 
- Paul Muni - 

Where do we start?  

The only access to the attic was via a ladder and a small door.
I am not fond of heights.
Once again Hennie had a plan!!!

We will start with a proper door!
Halve way 

The new door is now in place but how to get there!!!
Opportunity does not knock, it presents itself when you beat 
down the door!
-Kyle Chandler- 

A walkway will be the answer!
I am so fortunate to be married to a engineer that can make
everything



If I may say so - it came out perfect.
Hennie and his two helpers completed the job

After an inspection, Hennie decided that the dormer in the roof
will be the next step..... 

Every one has to make haste . . .
we are now in the rainy season 

Once again Hennie made the dormer on the ground and then hoisted it into place 

The view is still magnificient

First dormer is in position I just love it
Nest week will be the fitting of the second window. 

The past is an old chair in the attic,
the present an ominous ticking sound,
and the future is anybody's guess.
-James Thurber-


The attic will soon be turned into an extra room for our 

Over the  years we have collected a lot of old books 
and pictures of our town's golf course.  
The scenic 18-hole golf course, arguably the third oldest in 
South Africa (after the Royal Cape and George Golf Clubs) 
was founded in 1887.

Love to frame this one

This once could be used as wallpaper

Another wallpaper 

In a frame 

A Bogey!

Thanks for visiting 
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19 comments:

  1. Ivy and Elephants17 February 2013 at 21:03

    The renovation is coming on amazingly. Love the way the attic is turning out. Thanks for keeping us updated.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore18 February 2013 at 07:28

      Thanks Patti your life is always so inspiring. Thanks for sharing.
      Love
      Sandra

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  2. Carmen Bécares17 February 2013 at 23:00

    Magnífica obra y fantástica la colección de fotografías.
    Un abrazo
    Carmen. Madríd

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore18 February 2013 at 07:29

      Dear Carmen thanks for visiting. We are enjoying the summer but we know that autum is around the corner.
      Love
      Sandra

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  3. Hayu Maselli18 February 2013 at 09:20

    Hello Sandra,

    Beautiful Bed and Breakfast you have. I can see so many treasures inside the attic and beautiful garden from the window. lovely place.
    You have a great vintage photos collections. For sure your home city so beautiful place.
    Thanks for sharing your restoration experiences.

    have a nice week Sandra

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore19 February 2013 at 09:37

      Dear Ayu thanks for visiting is wonderful to start our project with the attic.
      Many Blessings for you
      Sandra

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  4. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson20 February 2013 at 09:37

    Oh my gosh, I would love to be treasure hunting in that attic! Hubby did such a great job of adding a walkway and door. My hubby is an Engineer also. Handy guys to have around. Can't wait to see everything all ready for your B & B. the dormers are going to be fabulous! Thanks for sharing with Share Your Cup.
    hugs,
    Jann

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore21 February 2013 at 04:29

      Dear Jann thanks for visiting! Yes a handy guy is a PLUS. Enjoy your week and thanks for hosting.
      Regards
      Sandra

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  5. The Style Sisters21 February 2013 at 11:23

    Wow this is going to be an amazing addition! My dad is an avid golfer..I grew up with him golfing all the time...these pics are fabulous. Come link up to centerpiece Wed http://thestylesisters.blogspot.com/2013/02/chinese-new-year-dinner-and-centerpiece.html and share this post.
    Karin

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore22 February 2013 at 04:00

      Thanks for visiting and you wonderful comment and for hosting a link party
      Love from Sunny South Africa
      Sandra

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  6. Sumaya at Evocative Vintage22 February 2013 at 15:20

    I was so excited to find a fellow SA blogger at Knick of time. I have to pay your guest house a visit. I've never been to your neck of the woods. I am your newest follower. I would love for you to follow back!:)

    Great renovation job!

    xx
    Sumaya

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore22 February 2013 at 23:23

      As you say wonderful to find a fellow SA blogger. Thanks for visiting I love your blog will find me as you new follower.
      May you have a wonderful day in the Good Old Cape.
      Hugs from Harrismith
      Sandra

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  7. Lisa24 February 2013 at 06:16

    Wow, what a project! Good for you! Hope you can stop by the enchanted oven to say hi.
    xo,
    Lisa

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore24 February 2013 at 06:44

      Thanks for visiting Lisa. Love your blog and all the tips!!!
      Have a wonderful week.
      Sandra
      De Oude Huize

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  8. KC @ genxfinance25 February 2013 at 20:16

    Nice. And the end result is great. The view is magnificent.

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore26 February 2013 at 11:42

      Thanks KC hope to see you here again when we are finish. We are only in the starting process. Will post the next steps as time progres.
      Regards from Sunny South Africa
      Sandra

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  9. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here26 February 2013 at 18:51

    Hi Sandra, Thanks for sharing your renovation at the Open House party! I'll be following along as you work on the property.
    xx, Sherry

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    1. Kameel huise tussen spore14 March 2013 at 06:11

      Thanks Sherry for hosting. Wonderful to be part at Open House. Love from South Africa Sandra

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  10. mail4rosey2 September 2013 at 18:45

    How wonderful, and how interesting!! Thank you for sharing this at Super Sunday Sync.

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