Comments on: Outside At the Cabin https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html Wed, 04 Sep 2019 22:19:38 +0000 hourly 1 By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-816211 Wed, 04 Sep 2019 22:19:38 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-816211 In reply to Reni.

RENI! So sorry for the delay in response. Congratulations on your new “cabin”! It’s been so great to have a home out in the wild, I’m sure you’ll love your new place. Thanks for saying, “hey”!

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-816210 Wed, 04 Sep 2019 22:16:32 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-816210 In reply to Anita.

It is! I can’t stop referring to it as such.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-816209 Wed, 04 Sep 2019 22:14:46 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-816209 In reply to Kara.

Hi Kara! The power washer moves a lot of loose paint or stain, but leaves so much behind. I don’t want to recommend a stripper because I found that noose to the grindstone sanding worked best. I just used my orbital sander with 60 or 80 grit paper (depending on what I had around). It didn’t take it all off, but it took most off and left a smoother surface. Hope that helps.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-816208 Wed, 04 Sep 2019 22:12:06 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-816208 In reply to Cathy | the Grit and Polish.

Cathy! Sorry for the delay in reply. I saw that you guys were cruising through Minnesota, you’ll have to look me up next time. What a fun trip for you and the family! Mille Lacs is soooo big, and shallow – and we are about 3 hours from there… Hope you enjoyed your time in MN!

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-816206 Wed, 04 Sep 2019 22:04:15 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-816206 In reply to Dawn Kuc.

Hi Dawn! The lake is small but mighty, and it is often very calm. I love seeing the reflection of the trees across the lake.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-816205 Wed, 04 Sep 2019 22:00:03 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-816205 In reply to Erica.

Ha! This is how I used to write all of my blog posts. I miss that. I hadn’t blogged in so long it just came out like that!

]]> By: Erica https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815437 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 22:45:57 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815437 Man, I loved this post so much. It was like reading a newsy letter that we used to write to people. Thanks for being you and sharing it.

]]> By: Dawn Kuc https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815399 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815399 Your cabin is beUtiful and the lake seem:-)s so calming!!!

]]> By: Cathy | the Grit and Polish https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815398 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 15:15:04 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815398 I always love your writing. Your cabin is looking quite good and that lake…swoon. We’re currently on Mille Lacs Lake and I briefly thought, ‘hey! maybe we’re close to Alison’s cabin.’ But then I remembered the whole 10,000 lakes thing and figured not.

]]> By: Kara https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815374 Fri, 26 Jul 2019 03:58:28 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815374 The dock deck looks awesome – what an amazing place to sit and enjoy summer! I’m working on staining the deck at our house… well, I’ve gotten as far as power washing (mistakenly hoping all the failing stain/paint would come up) only to leave it looking worse than ever. Were you happy with the stain remover you used? Willing to share the brand or any tips?

]]> By: Anita https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815372 Fri, 26 Jul 2019 02:44:18 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815372 I love the phrase “dock deck”! It’s perfect! haaa

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815364 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 20:16:46 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815364 In reply to Sarah.

Thanks, Sarah! It is a really special spot.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815363 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 20:15:55 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815363 In reply to Scoops.

Oh, and when you’re thinking about properties and docks, we used Tommy Docks, it’s a really modular system and fairly straight forward when it comes to install. Good luck in the hunt!

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815362 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 20:13:57 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815362 In reply to Meredith.

Yay! This makes me happy to hear that you guys still like hearing what I have to say. Sometimes I feel like the internet is so crowded that it’s hard to pay attention.

I too wanted a beach or a flat area near the lake so that a lot of people could all be hanging out the water at the same time. Honestly, it hasn’t been a problem, and it’s not something I even miss now. I would like to add a small sand box near the hammock so really little kids can play in the sand. It’s just flat enough in that area that I could make it work.
Regarding Decks and watching kids: We do have the lower level deck, which was good for watching kids swim before we had the dock-deck. Now that we have the dock-deck, it’s even easier and we usually just sit on the chairs with a cocktail while we chat with the kids while they swim. I often just watch them from up on the top deck though.

I think the bonus about having a lake with an incline is that the views from inside the cabin are much more dramatic and I think prettier than with a low elevation.

]]> By: Scoops https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815361 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 20:08:13 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815361 In reply to Meghan.

Hey, Thanks. I feel like my humor doesn’t always come across when I write.

]]> By: Reni https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815359 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 18:44:02 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815359 ALISON!!!! I am so lucky to have found your blog and pics (and inspo) on pinterest. We just recently purchased a “cabin” in big bear lake, ca…and your work (and talent) is so fun to see and learn from. THANK YOU for such GORGEOUS images….that get be excited about all the work that lies ahead with our second home. EEK! Can’t wait to get your next newsletter! – Reni

]]> By: Sarah https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815356 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:09:13 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815356 So many good updates! Love seeing it come together. Such a perfect, tranquil spot. :D

]]> By: Meredith https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815355 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:32:34 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815355 Looks amazing! I just adore getting updates on your progress out there! I have a slightly-related question for you. We are in the process of searching for our dream lake home/cabin and my partner is convinced that he needs a grassy area near the lake to be able to enjoy the shore. I notice that y’all don’t have much land at the bottom of the slope – it that an issue for you? I’m convinced that with the right dock, we’d have plenty of play space. What do you think? Also, can you see the shoreline from the cabin? Are you able to keep an eye on young swimmers from the deck?

]]> By: Meghan https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/2019/07/outside-at-the-cabin.html#comment-815348 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 03:38:05 +0000 https://www.deucecitieshenhouse.com/?p=16122#comment-815348 Stunning photos. Love hearing updates on your cabin… what a beautiful place you’re creating. Also.. you’re sense of humour is the best.

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