Yes, it was possible.
But it’s a work in progress.
Always a work in progress.
At least there has been progress.
Before:
And (almost) after:
Still to come, when the funds get replenished:
draperies, pillows, accessories…
And when the money tree starts to sprout mucho bucks, the fireplace might finally get a facelift. For now, the original brick and bluestone must stay.
I promise to (eventually) take better photos.