Hello, dear readers. You may have noticed that it's been a little quiet on Captain Dapper lately. You may have also noticed a new button at the top of the side bar that links over to Mr. and Mr. Blandings. It probably doesn't take Matlock to figure out that I've launched a new blog. But it's more than just a blog. I'm launching a new life!The Mister and I made a big leap of faith and bought a big old house in Iowa. Not just any old house, mind you. It's a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed American System Built Home! That's right, folks, we own a little piece of architectural history! The house is in great physical condition - newer roof, electrical and heating/air conditioning - but it needs a lot of cosmetic help. This is a job for Captain Dapper!
In case you missed it, allow me to reiterate that the house is in IOWA - some 250 miles away from Chicago. And that's where the new life comes in. While The Mister's job is keeping him tethered to Chicago, I find myself with the freedom to work from Iowa for awhile. I'll miss the city (read: shopping) but I'm looking forward to a change of pace (read: fresh air and wide open spaces).
So what does this mean for Captain Dapper? I'll probably post here a little less and I'll reserve all of my home related posts to the new blog. But I'm sure I'll find some new style inspiration in the Iowa that I'll share on Captain Dapper. In other words: while I'm going away, this blog isn't going anywhere!
Stay tuned to both blogs, folks!
Image: Mr. and Mr. Blandings
Greetings from the previous previous owners who gave this home its birthWRIGHT! We are very happy that two people who value the heritage of this house are now its owners. Look forward to meeting you someday. The Olafsens
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by, Olafsens! We both hope you'll stop by the house sometime over the holidays. We'd love to hear all about your history with the house!
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