Loft Window Seat Progress

Update on the Loft Window seat Project

I know my goal was to take my projects to the finish line, but I have decided to place this particular project on hold until after Christmas.   

Let me explain why:  on almost every project I do, I think of ways I could have improved the finished product either part-way through, or on the RARE occasion that I actually finish a project, it comes to me as an afterthought. Am I the only one who does this?  Maybe it’s why I rarely see my projects through. Fear of regret or mistakes?  I’m hearing Bob Newhart’s words: “And how does that make you feel?” 

Shut up Bob!  That’s how it makes me feel!  Just shut up! 

This project WILL make it to the finish line!  Pinky swear!  In fact, it’s really at a point where some would call it finished. A few trim pieces and most people would be perfectly content.

However, I know, it could be better. Maybe even perfect!  And I don’t want to settle. I want to feel elation when this project is finished. And I did not give it “my 100 percent”.

Now, back to my actual explanation.  I realized, last night, while working on the Hall Tree build, that I could gain about one quarter inch of depth on each shelve if we took out the “Factory” backer board, and placed bead-board panels on the back instead. 

I could also fix each shelf in place.  Making them stationary would allow me to fill in the adjustable shelving holes and backer board channel with caulk.  This would also give them a much more polished and professional look.  You know, like they’ve always been there. Like a “real” old farmhouse. The authenticity and charm I’ve been looking for! 

So current game plan is:  Deck the window with a Christmas tree and decorations. No one, but the residents of our house, will be any the wiser. And in January or February we’ll “Git R Done!"  Maybe I’ll discover even better ideas by then. 

Meanwhile, we will finish the Hall Tree build, which gave me the idea. I wish I would have done so many things differently on this project, but I’m okay with that because I know it’s temporary. More on that in a upcoming blog post.