Lots of tiny steps move the project along.
There are two fireplaces in the cottage, one up and one down. This one, the upper fireplace, is smaller and has a rounded shape. I'm not sure how the two rounded front pieces are to be mounted. The instructions are not very detailed. The interior has been painted black. This fireplace will not have a fire in it.
The two straight pieces are the hearth and mantel.
The lower fireplace is larger and square. I found a photo of a fireplace fire online. I sized it and printed it on glossy photo paper for a bit of a shine. It looks better in real life.
An egg carton chimneybreast could have been applied before assembling the walls, but it would be awkward to do it now. It will be easier to paint the wall with gesso to mimic plastering.
Look who turned up on the porch -- it is Marie Laveau. Her home was sold in an auction, but she remained behind. I am not sure if she is considering living here or if she is checking out the neighborhood for her friend the peddler.
Click on Marie Laveau and Creole Cottage in the list at the left to see her home. If she decides to move in, this would definitely be downsizing.
Wow Kathie! You have made such great progress in the past few days! I love the benches, the fireplaces, the chimney, the roof (and idea for sod) and the new visitor! Marie would make a wonderful caretaker for the cottage and all the butterflies!
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