The kitchen ceiling hasn't even been painted and yet it looks fabulous! The stone stairway to the basement looks soo much better. The attention to detail is wonderful.
The paint will seal the materials from cooking smells, smoke(cause we all eventually burn something when cooking) and grease penetrating. I had a spot in my kitchen I did t paint cause I thought I'd have the tile up soon ,( then life happened) and even though not close to stove it did get discolored from cooking stuff lingering in the air.
Billy, I’m an archaeologist. Those beads are from the early 17 century and were most likely produced for the North America trade. These are small glass rods - blown like straws - with a hollow centre. Then they are cut into beads. Any archeologist in your area should be able to use those beads as an effective dating tool. Beads are very specific to manufacturers and time period. Wh
Man, Yannis is getting a master class on drywall, plastering and masonry work. Pretty soon you guys won’t be able to afford his trade skills! So glad Simon and Billy are willing to put their time and money into teaching and not just focus on completing the project on time on budget.
Simon is as AH-MAZING teacher. I'm even learning just by watching him. As much as I enjoy watching the progress on the convent, I'm looking forward to seeing how Simon's house comes along as well.
What beautiful work Simon does! The stonework and the ceiling look wonderful! Well done, Yanis too, he’s fortunate to have such a mentor for this trade.
The beads are beautiful. Sometimes you see them on graveyards. People make beautiful ornaments with these tiny beads. Like flowers and leaves. Brigitte from the Netherlands 🌷
I’ve imagined you converting the basement into a wine cellar shop. Perfect location. Guests who may not have the time or interest to travel to wine regions can buy a few bottles from your cellar. And of course a winery providing a special convent blend. The drawings you are printing would make beautiful labels and tell the history of the region and chateaus across France.
Billy, all; The combination of Billy and Simon makes for a great Channel. Please consider keeping it going. Very confidence inspiring together. And their discussions are interesting. I do love ALL the characters involved.
I’m not surprised about the finds considering how old the Covent is. Simon is a gem himself isn’t he! Simon and Yanis together a formidable team. Phil arriving and supplying things for the party, you have a group of great mates Billy.
Simon is such a personable individual & a great addition to the Pethericks “family”. He just loves history & is so patient with teaching Yannis. Hope to see more of “The Pethericks “ and Simon going forward.
I know that Simon has already said that he is too busy and doesn't want to have his own You Tube channel, but he is such a natural in front of the camera and such a good teacher.
The stone work is exquisite. Perfect job. He even managed to make the pointing very close in style to the original artisan. I am impressed with Simon. 🧡
Beer o’clock is a classic! Thanks Simon for all the knowledge you’re providing to Yannis and the rest of us. Have a great weekend and see you on Monday
Ha to all you first people, I got a personal invite to the party tomorrow and it was delivered by a unicorn with rainbows shooting out it’s rear. Can’t beat that 😂😅❤🎉
Simon has this quiet confidence that comes from years of experience. He's terrific in front of the camera. I know he has no interest in vloging so I hope you feature him as much as possible on future episodes at the Convent and in his own renovation project at his farm.
The last couple of minutes on the find made me think whether you had already considered for a space that was tricky to decide what to do with, whether you considered a convent history "museum room" or maybe a small display/s in each room of what was found there or just outside. Updateable if lots found and maybe how the convent served the community in the past if it may be used for community events in the future, which I think was mentioned in one of the videos this week. Maybe the last one
Oh my what a beautiful spectacular floor repair Simon you are an amazing craftsman and teacher to Yannis. Your the golden team at the Chateau 👏👏👏. Looking forward to seeing the progress on the Simons farmhouse as well. Have a well deserved fun weekend all 👏👏👏♥️🇨🇦
How I look forward to your videos, you are a great boss, and wonderful friend to so many. Have a great weekend with Gwen and all of your family and friends,
Thank you all for another week of great videos! I really enjoy all of Alex’s “Convent exploration” footage at the beginning of the videos; always love me a bit of b-roll! Simon’s workmanship with the stonework is just outstanding. In addition to being a skilled tradesman, he also has the gift of being a good speaker and teacher; a real asset to the Crack On Team.
You really hit gold when yougot Simon involved with the renovations i do think everyone who is and has helped are amazing but to watch Simon is so calming x well done to you and all i wish you all the luck in the world x
I really love the opening shots at the beginning of every video. The convent is such an extraordinary building, I'm so glad you are restoring it, and saving an important piece of history. Well done Billy.
Billy,Simon,Yanis, and Alex my convent angels. Today’s video is a very busy one. So much to do. I’m glad to see the progress. Well until tomorrow. Take care and stay safe my convent angels. Love ya 🍺🍺🍺🍺🇺🇸🕊👍🙏😇🌞🌈🌹❤️
Always love a cameo visit from Phil. Simon is an awesome craftsman & teacher AND he seems to be a natural on RU-vid - You better watch your channel Billy. 😄 Yanis is the textbook definition of apprentice. It's so cool to see him REALLY hungry to learn and to get in there and put in the time. Also - don't think we didn't spot Ryan in the background.....Great Progress, great finds.
As a woman, I've always preferred hanging out with the men while they/we worked to fixed stuff. It's always been way more fun to me. Now that I'm old, I can still do it, thanks to you guys!
First of all, I’d like to address the beads that Simon found. Those look very very old. They are called seed beads and they are hand blown glass probably from Venice or Japan. really an incredible find and you were right the wire is probably silver. Next the steps going down to the basement look absolutely spectacular. Nice job, Simon and Yannis. Great to see Phil again. He pops up at the best times. Love this one as well, Billy Thank you. 💜😎🤗🫶🇺🇸
I haven't driven a Ford in 35 years and there you are in France driving a US car. As you were driving to Brico I was thinking, "Why doesn't he buy it by the square yard (or meter) and get a truckload. I am in awe of the scope of this restoration work and your persistence. I would have put up drywall in the kitchen and be done with it. Every episode I've learned something useful. With all the craziness in the world you guys give me hope for humanity!
The photography is just amazing. That young man is going places with his eye for interesting and detail in this photography. Love this renovation, both the Convent and the Chateau. You are all just amazing, so fun to watch!
I’m so fascinated with all this & how you know to look for the old stone door step. Great finds in the garden too. You guys really are ‘cracking on’ & I’m loving every minute ❤
What a beautiful job Simon did on the entrance to the cellar. I find him utterly fascinating: his voice is soothing & loved the finds from the garden. Great video today.
Great montages Alex. I love your dog trying to help Simon. Helper dogs are an important part of life. Nicely done Billy with the step with the help of Simon. Yannis thought ahead and had all of the tools you would need by the looks if it. Good one Yannis. The floor looked beautiful Simon. Great job. I was worried that you were going to hurt your little digger Billy. Thankfully not. Phil was generous in getting the supplies for the party. Billy, Gwendolyn is the love of your life so stop pretending otherwise. 🤭 Thank you. May you all please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩
Beautiful job on the floor by basement steps. Can’t wait to see the railing in place. Always so much work to do-shoveling sand, tearing out the step, cutting rocks-the work never ends. Very impressive, Guys. Have a fun party this weekend.
Billy, it's too bad Brico doesn't deliver. Or, at least let you order on line to pick up. They must love to see you coming. Love that Simon likes Time Team. It's a fav and am so glad it's back. Hope the weekend clears up for Gwen's party.
Billy you are joking, Gwen would never sell the convent, she love you too much, and because it is just a good investment for the future..and the things you did already at the chateau, really, you got my deepest respect, so much work, with a great results and I hope you will be able in the future to repair the chateau kitchen.. maybe the next step, after finishing the convent….and that floor Simon create masterpiece .
In the back of the convent when Billy was doing work back there a woman’s shoe was on the was being dug up. It looked pretty old. It was a buckle shoe. I wonder if he seen that.
The women are making you keep your promises Billie, finish the apartment and the Chateau rooms. They both will bring in money ……unlike the Convent at present. Have you ever watched the movie “ Monet Pit” 😂🤣😂. Have a lovely weekend all It would be amazing if the basement stairs led to a wine cellar where patrons of the restaurant could choose the wine they’d like with their meal.
Aww come on, he's working so hard. That film had me crying on the floor with laughter....the bath going through the floor, him going down the scaffold and landing in the fountain..my sides ached!!
If someone had told me 5 years ago I would be quite simply mesmerized by a guy tearing up a door opening in France I would have laughed at them. Yet here I am, looking forward to the daily RU-vid activity and glued to my laptop screen!!!
