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Tiny Studio progress Aug. 14

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 14, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

The progress is a little less obvious today than yesterday, as it involved more finicky work with fascia boards and soffits. Lloyd and David also picked up some trim and hardware donated by local MODL councillor Michael Ernst. A lot … Continue reading →

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Who Will Win the Tiny Studio?

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 14, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Who will win the Tiny Studio? August 14, 2013 (Blockhouse, NS) – Excitement is mounting as the date of the draw for the Tiny Studio approaches. The 140 sq. ft. building is being built and raffled by … Continue reading →

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Tiny Studio progress Aug. 13

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 13, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

We’re moving along, but the Tiny Studio won’t be completely finished before the draw. Actually, this is to the winner’s advantage, as they’ll be able to make some choices in the interior arrangements – and things like outside trim colour as … Continue reading →

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Tiny Studio update Aug. 12

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 12, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

The window openings have been framed and exterior sheathing is being put on. New clapboard siding will go on top of it. Who would like to shingle the roof? Should take half a day. Come out and have fun on … Continue reading →

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Tiny Studio Raffle Draw Aug. 17

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 12, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

The draw for our Tiny Studio takes place at The Blockhouse School at: 2 pm Saturday, August 17, during our 2nd Annual CommuniTEA and Open House. 63 School Road Blockhouse, NS Click here for map and directions.

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Tiny Studio update Aug. 9

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 10, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

Just a week is left before the draw for the Tiny Studio, which will take place during the CommuniTEA and Open House on Saturday, August 17. Tickets are still available. All the details are all on this page. Note that … Continue reading →

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Tiny Studio progress Aug. 8

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 8, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

There’s some rain in the forecast, so it’s time to cover the roof. The roof over the front extension got framed yesterday. Does anyone have a turned post lying around to contribute for the corner of the little porch?

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Tiny Studio Aug. 6

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 6, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

While the Mahone Bay Area Farmers’ Market was celebrating Provincial Farmers’ Market Week with special demonstrations, spoken word performances and farm animals, the Tiny Studio crew worked on. By the end of the day they were framing the front extension.

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Tiny Studio progress Aug. 5

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 5, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013
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Tiny Studio Progress Aug. 3

The Blockhouse School Project Posted on August 4, 2013 by Heather HolmAugust 18, 2013

Photos by Meredith Bell

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