Monday, August 8, 2011

Chicken Mansion Progress

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As some of you know, I had the Chicken Mansion moved in this Spring and fixed up an area for Eleanor, Rosa and Amelia.  It’s been crazy hectic around here ever since the weather got better (it’s better, really?) and because of that, I am just now getting some time to finish off the rest of the shed…..for me.    

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Amelia wants to show you how much she loves her new digs…I think she is showing off a bit…notice the slight pirouette? 

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I love pulling up this chair to watch my girls.

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I really haven’t had the room to decorate yet.  I got the rest of the entire shed insulated yesterday (in 85 degree weather!).  And then believe it or not….I painted the insulation..white.  It made it so much lighter in the Mansion, I know my girls will bring on the eggs now!!!

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Here’s the other end the room…my side.  I am thinking of painting the bench all white, as well.  Any ideas for the top surface of the bench?  I wonder if I would like a galvanized metal over it?  Might be too slick.

My hope is to use this area to do some of my repurposing and ‘heavy duty’ crafts.  Maybe a little grow light and plants near the window, next Spring.  I purchased that old window (under the bench) for $4 at Habitat, to put in the back of the shed, for more light but now I am hoping this is enough light.  Besides I have a fun idea for the window.

That contraption over by the left window is the chicken door, which will be mounted in the exterior wall so the chickens can get out to their run…..coming soon.

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24 comments:

  1. camp and cottage livingAugust 8, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    A more beautiful chicken mansion I never have seen! Lucky ladies!

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  2. Tammy@Simple Southern HappinessAugust 8, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Your decorating sense is outstanding and like I said before, these gals will be the talk of the town if they are not already. I have never thought to paint the insulation, it sure does make a difference to keep it bright. What lucky girls they are.

    I cant have chickens, I only wanted 3 like you have....so I am living my dream via yours, chandelier and all.

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  3. sharnymcclarnyAugust 8, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Leave it to you to brighten up the insulation. Saves a lot of sheetrock, mudding, etc. Can't wait for the next episode in the saga of the chicken mansion.

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  4. KatmomAugust 8, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    You know my Motto: "If it moves...salute it... if it don't,,, paint It!" lol!
    Hey Karen, how about using floor tiles on yout bench... I bought some red & white tiles (composit) for my Trailer #3 at 35cents each... I already have the mastic to adhere them with... Our fav haunt, Habitate-4-Humanity has lot's of interesting color composit tiles, they even had a couple boxes of the vinyl pre-sticky floor tiles....just a thought.
    Hugz & keep on keeping on!

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  5. DoloresAugust 8, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    My oh my.... your girls have such a good life..... I bet they'll love the chicken run too.

    Seeing picture of your part of the mansion...... I now see it's a lot larger than I thought......

    You're amazing!

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  6. les filles collineAugust 8, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    bonjour,
    It's the most luxuous mansion for chicken that I've nver seen.
    Tes poules seront comme des princesses à l'interieur.
    Belle journée

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  7. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Wow! A chicken mansion! This is the cutest thing I've ever seen. Your ladies even have their own screen door! I'm sure they're gonna give you lots of eggs now! ;)
    Thank you so much for coming to my party.
    You are a sweetie,
    Shelia :)

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  8. LynnAugust 9, 2011 at 4:36 AM

    You chicken mansion looks like a big project! But the girls look happy and I'm sure you'll love it once it's done:@)

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  9. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comAugust 9, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    A mansion indeed! Very nice and so cheerful, I know the girls love it.

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  10. CindyAugust 9, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    What a lovely chicken mansion! I love it and I'm sure the hens do as well.
    How smart to paint the paper side of the insulation white!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  11. SusanneAugust 9, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Mansion, indeed. Those lucky chicks.

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  12. La Vie QuotidienneAugust 9, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Well this certainly is the most elegant chicken house I have ever seen...complete with art. Wonderful! Lucky chickens.(-:

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  13. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonAugust 9, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Love, love the chic chick mansion! I must tell you, I have been dreaming of a coop. I did a post in June titled, "Chicken Coop Crazies". After seeing a sweet one at a garden tour. As of late, I've laid those dreams to rest. Now after seeing yours, I'm sure it and that cute lttle dancing chicken will be visiting me again tonight. I am your new followr.

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  14. UnknownAugust 10, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    What a FABULOUS chicken house :)

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  15. Maryjane-The Beehive CottageAugust 10, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    You are such a good chicken mama! Spoiling those sweet things! The coop is looking great!!!! Have a great day Karen!

    Hugs,
    Maryjane

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  16. -mandyAugust 10, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    I follow you now! Chicken mansion? Wow! What a great idea. I've wated a few chickens and this is such a great way have chickens... Maybe I can have chickens! Thanks for sharing!!

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  17. Mary @ Redo 101August 11, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    Love that chicken mansion, it is indeed a mansion, an egg producing mansion for sure! Thanks for sharing your beautiful hens and their home.

    Hugs,
    Mary

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  18. Town and Country GalsAugust 13, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    I love your chicken "mansion"! When I was in my 20's, I was lucky enough to acquire 3 roosters that took up residence in my tree. There was a big one, a middle size one and a little one. They had a very strict pecking order and it didin't vary. Every morning they met me on my back porch waiting for their breakfast. It was a lot of fun. Thanks for visiting, I have looked at your blog and enjoyed it, looks like you have a lot of fun!
    Rebecca
    Rebecca

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  19. very merry vintage styleAugust 13, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    It's gorgeous! Thanks for linking to Share the Love Wednesday!
    Mary

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  20. Love Of QuiltsAugust 13, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    It most surely will make them happy layers. Trish

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  21. VeronicaAugust 15, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    My word what a luxe life for roos! Amazing... Loved your pics in the sidebar from Africa

    Greetings from Cape Town

    Veronica
    www.tasselsandtwigs.blogpot.com

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  22. MariaelenaAugust 17, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    WOW!!!...what a lucky chicken....haha...it is truly beautiful....glad to meet you...going back to look around your blog some more...come on over and visit me if you'd like....Mariaelena....

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  23. RosaMaríaAugust 18, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    wow!! your girls are so lucky to live there!!
    such lovely place you created!!

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  24. KristalAugust 23, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    I don't think I have ever seen a Chicken Mansion before, but now I want one! And I don't even own a chicken (yet). I can't wait to see the whole thing when you are finished. If such a thing as decorating means we are ever truly finished.

    Love your blog!

    XoXo,
    Kristal

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