Transforming an aggressively groovy Craftsman home— think 1970s flocked wallpaper, shag carpet, and lots of linoleum— into a light, bright, and mostly white French country retreat may sound tres difficult. But not for a handy California couple who has moved some 20 times—all while raising five kids, selling antiques, and training horses. And because the Internet can’t resist a good comeback story, almost 300,000 people— virtual houseguests, so to speak!—have accompanied them on their five-year journey from before to happily ever after.
And no one even had to remove their shoes at the door. (Country Living)