Selmar hopefully never leaves. He is amazing and such a fit.

@lydiarowe491

4 жыл бұрын

Selma's has dropped his anchor..if he does leave it will be to continue adventures that he and Diesel love..it will not be sometime soon...he and Chateau life is his little piece of heaven...😊

I have so much respect for Selmar.

Your volunteers are LEGENDS! People who are paying six figure salaries struggle to get such dedication! You bring out the best in people, Stephanie!

I just love how Selmar speaks, so gently and low with his broken english. If he made a recording of a book, I could just put in my earbuds, sit back and listen all day long. Well done Stephanie and everyone, you are all doing a fantastic job with the Chateau. Bless you all. xxx Doreen

I love the birds flying in, out and all around Selmar's workshop, somehow very fitting, like they are his little helpers. What a fabulous environment.

This channel is literally saving my life!! Being able to get lost in their happiness and excitement is beyond healing to me. I love you all!!!

@barbaracrane470

4 жыл бұрын

I feel the same Andre. This show is a life saver and a life savor.

I would love to know what Selmar uses to clean upolstery! Selmar you did an awesome job on the chairs!!👍🙋🧚🧞🕊️🕊️🦚🕊️🦚🕊️🦚🕊️🦚

Marie’s floral studio is the best space in the chateau. She has true taste. She understands scale, patina and layering better than anyone else there. You should consult her on decoration. She knows what she is doing. A salute to Marie from me a decorator in New York City.

May we have a tour of Selmar’s workshop, please? Maybe by Selmar? I see all his tools, a cool bench vice, and projects.

@barbaracrane470

4 жыл бұрын

I love the birds flying in and out!

@isabelherrera8647

4 жыл бұрын

I would love to see Selma's interview by Stefanie but... I'm not a patron 😔

@barbaracrane470

4 жыл бұрын

@@isabelherrera8647 You could be a Lady of LaLande for $5 a month, the price of a latte. There are so many benefits of being a patron. I recommend it.

@Jayrose59

4 жыл бұрын

Selmar did not setup this workshop. Percy and others doing maintenance set it up but Selmar is using it.

Congrats to the patrons for reach the incredible milestone of $20,000 per month. Proving once again this is the best group of patrons!! I love this community and I love sharing my surname with such a wonderful place! 😍

Never thought I would find myself enjoying mattress unboxing... oh how life changes

@jot4336

4 жыл бұрын

Any other mattress unboxing - yawn. Mattress unboxing at Lalande - 💥🎊🎉It's a mattress unboxing party!🎊🎉💥

@sorcha259

4 жыл бұрын

@@jot4336 Tired Jo T? hahaaa

@jot4336

4 жыл бұрын

Lol I have been watching a lot of mattress commercials because I googled how to fix a pillow top. I guess KZread is trying to convince me to buy a new mattress 🤣😂

@joannahartley8174

4 жыл бұрын

Just that! But so comfortable... who'd have thought it?

I like everyone else in “ the Laland “ world feel we are a part of the joy we see. I’m 77 yrs and relate to Isabelle, I to live with my daughter, who is a beautiful creature business woman who reminds me of Stephanie, the cast of characters at Laland also remind me of those in my Beverly Hills neighborhood. Kooky ,fun interesting never boring. I don’t think Chateau diaries ever ment to be like a scripted soap opera,however it did and Stephanie is editing it better than many directors. Bravo Stephanie. I look forward to every day your on, whither it’s diy or diaries or opening gifts of love that pour out to this band of angles. Three years ago I went into a depression and for an artist designer this was not good. However darling ones you make me laugh, I’m a pretty good cook and I find myself wanting to cook for you all. I have a dream and that is to hg you all, help Selma reconditioned furniture, recreate bedrooms of old.... in other words you give me hope

@moniquegin8444

4 жыл бұрын

008moneypenny I think a holiday at Lalande is in order for you, you can cook there

@gaslitworldf.melissab2897

4 жыл бұрын

Oh, you sound like a darling hostess and guest. I'm so glad that we baby boomers aren't missing out on the joys of finding things on the Internet. I'm at the lower end of our bunch at 55. My mom is two years younger than you, but doesn't like cooking much.

@isabellejarvis7805

4 жыл бұрын

And you would be very welcome!

@janetthomas8244

4 жыл бұрын

Gives me hope as well.

@moda78z

4 жыл бұрын

You definitely should go there in the future 😃

The chairs are done magnificently! Wow, Selmar has a lot of patience and talent and doing everything with a lot of precision. Marie is creating a little heaven for herself. Beautiful and well done! So many interesting people with so many talents under one roof! You are all amazing people and we love watching good people working as a team and taking care of LaLande and each other. One for all and all for one!

@jameswhalen4507

4 жыл бұрын

if you use glazes, you can tone down the brassiness of the gold and add both shadow in the recesses and an overall antique look. Easier to do than painting a different tone, as you can brush it on and wipe off the raised surfaces. It remains in the crevasses and depressions as shadow. It remains semi-transparent.

Gerry: Dan, very much like me, sort of quiet and shy??????? I laughed so much! Thank you! xx

Love the new look Gerry got when he put on that apron. Wow I'm Latin, "ahhh que Pappi Chulo". Shelmar is a treasure, he knows how to restore antiques, among other talents he has. And Marie love the decorations you're doing in your studio. Beautiful. Love Tomas presentation in the food. This young has much talent. Stephanie thank God for your blessings with these talented people you are surrounded with. You Lady Stephanie are one lucky lady. Big hug to your beautiful Mummy...Thank you for a wonderful show, much love to all. God bless everyone.

Selmar is a true chair whisperer! Well done Selmar, they are so beautiful!! And Tomaz.....is there not task you undertake that doesn't come out spectacular?! Both of you and very talented men.

omg I can't believe I'm finally up to date with the chateau diaries! I was randomly recommended one of these blogs (thank you youtube) and quickly realised I couldn't keep watching them all out of order. I went right back to episode 1 during the beginning of lockdown and I've been watching a few minutes every day - they are wonderful!

It’s always good to see Dana visiting the chateau she always brings a certain “je ne sais quoi’. It is always a pleasure to see her. That smile & her style brightens the day. Selma everyone’s favourite is working his magic with those chairs. Does not surprise anyone because whatever he puts his hand to turns to “pure gold.” Gerry lots of love to you. Thank you Stephanie for another great vlog.❤️

@geraldgrady9205

4 жыл бұрын

Priscilla D'Souza right back at you Priscilla 💝👨‍🎨💝

Diesel is so cute with his summer haircut.

That was such a creative way Tomas covered up the missing wallpaper

Those chairs are magnificent

I'm just blown away by Selmar's talent ( & modesty) and all the talented people who are helping out a la 'Amish Barn Raising'. It's inspiring to see how Daniel's green thumb has augmented Isabelle's green thumb.

I’m spoiled with all these videos a week.

@smileybugLB

4 жыл бұрын

Nooo! Don't make her regret making so many! It feeds my addiction to this chateau life I only get in these videos! Hahah

The positive side of being without power and internet for two days, is when it comes back, you have two new Lalande vids to watch!!!!! Wonderful!

LaLande brings non-stereotypical light into my life …..COVid19 isolation since March 8 …better safe than sick 😷

what a gem that Selmar is.....he's a keeper!

I love how Stephanie promotes such creativity with all that come to the Chateau really is a joy to watch

Thoses chairs selmar done...look great.

Love Marie, she is such a sweet artistic soul. Things are shaping up so fast!!! Love to LaLande!

Selmar is doing such a great job with the chairs! Lovely!

"Welcome to flowers with Stephanie, here we have some plants "😂😂😂😂😂

I just realized who Gerry reminds me of. Jim Nabors off “The Andy Griffith Show”. Anyone else see it? Once again, thank you for sharing your lives with us 💕

@MommyToMyBoys

4 жыл бұрын

Yes! You are so right!! I see it too. Love Gerald. Such a kind & cheerful soul.

@lwest5686

4 жыл бұрын

"Golly", thank.you! I have been wracking my brain for months.

@geraldgrady9205

4 жыл бұрын

Tracy Watts that’s a badge of honour, I always seen myself more as Brad Pitt, 😂😂😂. Thanks Tracy 💝👨‍🎨💝

@tracyglass5251

4 жыл бұрын

😄 Wow, thanks for the reply Gerry ❣️

@teresacarle294

4 жыл бұрын

@@geraldgrady9205🤗 Yes, Scotman, you do have those same chaming dimples, infectious smile & endearing way about you as Gomer on the old 📺"Andy Griffith Show." Golly! 🦉Plus, you were a hoot as always in the 🌾garden🌱, by the 🔥BBQ🔥, & even shamelessly teasing Isabel during your ✉stationary task. BTW, With that 6-pack tartan apron, you might be able to pass for hunk🌡Brad Pitt too. 💛♥️💛🦋🐞🦋🐞🦋

MAINTENANCE TIP : Spray your wall cloth with *fabric waterproofing* to reduce staining from bird droppings and maybe mold or treat it with *Scotchguard fabric protection spray.*

@isabellejarvis7805

4 жыл бұрын

GaslitWorld f. Melissa B thank you

Hi everyone. It’s us early birds here again , cheering on and supporting the channel even before the video is aired 😁☮️🌍🌹❤️

Love...love...love Chateau de Lalande! I love to see all the little changes from one Video to another. The unpacking of the new mattresses, the beautiful chairs that Selmar is restoring, and the Floral Studio that Marie is creating. I love her little space! I have been watching Chateau Diaries since early March, and look forward to each video. I love the new addition of the gift unwrapping. I love watching Stephanie open the gifts with the excitement of a child. She is indeed a joy to watch. Love to Isabelle and the crew!

Selmar, BRAVO 👏🏻 on the chairs!😘

I can’t decide if I’m taking a fancy to Selmar or Dan more, I just can’t choose. 😍

I love Natty she is so much fun. And so beautiful!

Selmar, you really did a fabulous job on the chairs. Giving them depth made a big difference!

Love how mummy just ignores requests to help her, such independence!

Selmar has a great eye for those antiques. Richly pretty floral studio start...and those books, coffee, lotion... oh my. D.

More wonderful content from Lalande, who doesn't like a new mattress and the peacock family are exploring the grounds... Tomaz and Selmar showing their design skills, wow the chairs look so professional! Gerry and Mummy acting like no-one is watching, Marie's beautiful flowers and a barbecue - with Stephanie bringing it all together - what's not to love, this is the place to be! And Gerry's new apron just a big thumbs up 👍

Mummy needs a sheet magnifier to help her when she’s addressing the envelopes. :-)

@Jayrose59

4 жыл бұрын

What she also needs is more eyesight. Poor mummy is blind in one eye and half blind in the other eye. I think she does amazingly.

@jmlane5156

4 жыл бұрын

Jill Scott - So sorry, I didn’t realize. ☹️. You’re right, she does do amazingly. And is amazing...along with Stephanie, Gerry, and all the Lalanders. I look forward to the future when it will be possible to travel again to Europe. A week at Lalande would be heaven!

Those chairs are beautiful. Selmar is a perfectionist. So Dutch. ( my husband is dutch).

Stephanie, I think that you need a makeup artisit in this amazing little community that is being created. I'll pack up my bags and studio. Hahaha

@isabelherrera8647

4 жыл бұрын

I love Stephanie make up, cream or whatever she uses. Her skin always looks, radiant, beautiful & flawless !! 💖.... apart from her hair roots !!

The mattresses looks so comfortable 💖 and the detailing on that chair is exquisite, Selmar highlighted them beautifully... and Dan is great on the garden. Stephanie is surrounded by magical people.

Wow, nice spread of appetizers Tomas....Another great guy....And Scot Man too....Such nice, easy going people...LOVE, LOVE, LOVE

Many thanks to Stephanie, Isabelle and wonderful Lalande team for today's vlog!

Oh, have the swallows nested in Selmar's workshop, caught sight of something flying around. The chair restoration is magnificent, it will be a very dark day when Selmar might possibly move on, hopefully he will be a frequent visiter, just like the swallows.

@isabellejarvis7805

4 жыл бұрын

NW the birds come back every year

I love how the flower studio is coming along. Everything really just keeps getting better and better....🌷🌷🌷

Brilliant 😄😄😄that was fab,your vlog should be on every night 😄it was great to seeing Marie,Tomaz,Gerry,Shelmar, Naty,Dan and Isabelle, La lande,really comes to life with all the fabulous people there 💟💟💟

Selmar Duin is a master craftsman! Plus, the tango is such an amazing demonstration of his dance abilities! I'm still transfixed by that. Well-done!

I am very happy to see the progress in the chateau and my beloved pea chicks. But please Stephanie, can you introduce us to new volunteers. I find new faces and I don't know who are they.

@Jayrose59

4 жыл бұрын

There is only 1 new volunteer emily. The others were introduced last vlog as university friends of michael potts paying another visit.

@jacquelinereynolds2934

4 жыл бұрын

Emily was introduced as well

Dont you just love the whole la land crew?!

The flower shop would like even better with some twinkle Christmas lights hanging. Just a thought

@sorcha259

4 жыл бұрын

lovely idea

@tinamac6960

4 жыл бұрын

And a large mirror

I have no idea what Selmar’s life plans are but he would make the perfect full time property care taker of the chateau. He can do everything, knowledgeable, young, caring, polite, economical and is friends with a guard dog.

The flower studio looks beautiful

Hint: put any fitted sheets or mattress covers on from diagonal corners....like: start @ top left corner, then go to bottom right corner, then top right corner, then lastly the bottom left corner. MUCH EASIER! The materials will stretch a bit with diagonal application. Put up instructions up in laundry room so anyone on bed-making duty knows easiest way.👍

Floristry studio looking fantastic. It's a hive of activity in the house, I love it! X🌺🌸🌻🌹🌱🌞

I love that the first comment on here is about Selmar not leaving. Because immediately after seeing those chairs, La Lande, he is definitely a keeper. Such beautiful work, such a treasure, such a keeper.

As I watch this video of Stephanie and Isabel, it makes me miss my mommy so much. Today she has been gone 10 years and I miss her every single day. She was so strong and had such a sense of humor. Loved gardening, cooking, sewing and her grandchildren.

La Lande looks so beautiful! The garden, in particular, seems to be getting ready to burst with its produce. Bravo tout le monde! What a marvelous job you are all doing 💕🌸

Bless you Selmar it seems you found a fabulous home with a family who adores you. Im happy for you flourish your creativity and Keep on tangoing🥰

Selmar’s chairs are wonderful. I love the definition. Does he have birds in his studio area? You can hear birds. It’s nice to see all the progress in the chateau and grounds. It’s lovely.

This is such a highlight to my day. I have a lovely energetic five year old (she has a fleur name: Linnéa) and busy days. After getting her to bed, I pour myself some tea, cosy up on the sofa and dim the light & enter the magical de Lalande! It’s such a treat for my soul. Thank you all for contributing to our wellbeing!

I am a total slob living in jeans and t-shirts. So now, how is there are such gorgeous ladies, in jeans and t-shirts, all in the same place? Lookin good, Natalia. Enjoyed this, thank you

Those videos and vlogs are my little heaven on earth. I forget all my concerns and fears... Just laughing with you, supporting what you do and being happy with every success. Just feels like a big family I'm the sister of, secretly watching from far away. Thank you so much Stephanie. This vlog was again pure joy. ❤️☺️

@barbaracrane470

4 жыл бұрын

So well said, lilli.kirschmann. LaLande and family are pure joy!

How about a live stream and a music night at Laland? Some singing by Stephany and Thomas and the others can do some old French dances like the minuette and Stephany giving us a lesson in French music and dance? Showing old pictures of parties at Lalande years ago?

Delmar adds quality to everything, but remains so humble about it.

I swear Isabelle is getting younger 😉

I love Marie's little floral studio and all the beautiful and helpful work the little busy bee's are doing throughout the Château. So many little fairy helpers waving their creative wands to manifest a little piece of Heaven on Earth. I've always had a greater appreation for working with what you have and taking things that are neglected or not very pretty and turning them into something beautiful, rather than always replacing and buying everything brand new. It makes one feel so much more invested and appreciative and often turns out so much more interesting and lovely.

Like like like! Because you already know it's going to be another great video. 🙂❤

@AvaT42

4 жыл бұрын

Rachael J. Haha. Me too. I hit like as soon as I came in and it doesn’t show here until 3:15. Lol

@annabellemetteer7400

4 жыл бұрын

Rachael J. Done!👍

Love to see some lime plaster going up in the stables

so excited 😁❤🕊🏰⛲🌹🎶

Marie, get some silica sand , seal flowers in a closed box in the sand and they dry beautifully. You can reuse the sand. The floristry studio is looking so pretty. Gerry looking very hunky in his new apron🥰. Everything is looking lovely, things are changing everyday. I’d love to hear Thomas and Stephanie sing , Isobelle too? Saying prayers Percy can come soon, when life gets shorter you need to cherish everyday together. Sad you’ve been apart all this time. 💝🙋🏼

@geraldgrady9205

4 жыл бұрын

jillipepper5353 thank you so much Jill 💝🏋️‍♂️💝

Beds and more beds..garden beds..bedroom beds..and gravel beds for Diesel.. Michael's apartment in the Chateau is so impressive..it has everything one would need..kitchen..dining table..lots of light..the magic mattress..the roomy bathroom and much more...what a space..⭐ Thank you for this one Stephanie.. You are on the stairway to heaven..bliss.💚 ♥.....HAPPY DAYS.....♥ TO ALL AT THE CHATEAU ♥

Selma does lovely work. Everyone is such an access to the chateau.

The beds are looking so beautiful. What, you went to the charity shop without us. What else did you get? (I have to live the opulent life through Lalande...)

I found your channel about 6 months ago and have watched them almost all of them. As a college student, you have shown me it’s never to late to go after your dreams. Watching LaLande has helped me remember that I can achieve my dreams and I’ll will be saving alll my money once I graduate university to help accomplish them. I would love to run a B&B just like LaLande or have a place to host weddings or event.

So pretty, even the brown grass. I love all the fruit trees. I have 3 citrus trees, orange, grapefruit and lemon. Y'all are truly blessed.

Bless you Isabelle, for all the addressing! 🌹🌹

@geraldgrady9205

4 жыл бұрын

sandfly60 ahm ahm Sandfly 💝🏋️‍♂️💝

@sandfly60

4 жыл бұрын

Gerald Grady hahahha bless you for the careful stamping Scotman! 😂

@geraldgrady9205

4 жыл бұрын

sandfly60 🤣🤣🤣. It’s nothing Sandyfly 💝👨‍🎨💝

Selmar is an artist! Bravo! Stephanie you have attracted such wonderful people to you. Good job you!

Oh, Marie, has created such a beautiful florist studio, and this is just the beginning she’ll improve it. I’m sure Stephanie will provide the necessary items and workmanship for her to do so. It’s a lovely extension to the gardens there. Everything is so inspiring and the ppl there are just fabulous. Wonderful!

What a great business idea for an in-house flower shop for special occasions, workshops, weddings, etc etc.

@isabelherrera8647

4 жыл бұрын

But what is she going to do with the ones she is buying?

@michaelclayton30

4 жыл бұрын

@@isabelherrera8647 wait until the dahlias bloom. They are going to be spectacular and maybe won't have to buy anymore.

@zant.4852

4 жыл бұрын

@@isabelherrera8647 they are for her floral videos she says, and I imagine until the cut flower gardens are up and running in full

love your vlogs! the videos have really helped immensely this past year in more ways than I can express!! Sending lots of love from Chicago to the entire LaLand team!

Ought to get a bust of bethoven for the house and tell everyone it is selmar!!!

Ohhhh! The glasses they are drinking from are from the Madonna Inn, in San Luis Obispo, California! Just up the road from where I live! I just love Stephanie and all of the other La Landers!! They are the first videos I watch every day. It makes my heart sing watching all the them & sharing their lives! Such joy, peace, beauty, love, laughter and life to warm the hearts!

Stephanie the short skirt and tshirt you were wearing while lying on the bed were so cute. And looked nice and cool.

Selmar did an incredible job with the chairs...wow!! What an artist!

The beds, walls, fabrics, artwork, flowers, furniture... I Love peeking into all the updates in your beautiful rooms! Also, the teamwork and humor are awesome! Cheers!🍾🥂🧀🥖🧁

Selmar is super, the mattresses and the beds, his work is exceptional.

I'm sharing the enthusiasm for your new perfectly fitting mattresses. Love Marie's new floristry studio. I like rustic old boxes too and in the stable, they are perfect. Everyone is working hard and having laughs along the way. Your community is filled with talent and cooperation.

My God what a great international family you have created Stephanie!,, I realy envy you😀😀😀😀

Lovely video! I love seeing the progress and all the life happening in the chateau

Everything is coming along beautiful enjoy yr vlogs look forward to them

Oh gosh, you can really see the wall paper already coming from the wall and to now know what is going on behind that beautiful Peacock wall paper is just crazy! I know it will look amazing when it's all fixed!

Love your shows they very entertaining sending love from South Africa.

I love everything in your home, but that peacock wallpaper is gorgeous. Hats off to you Thomas, what wonderful work you've done at La Lande, and you have a great voice and sense of humour.

Enjoyed. Everything is coming together so beautifully. Love to all ❤

To the beautiful family of LaLande, such a great video! Love Marie, and her amazing floral space! Lady Isabelle and Stephanie always makes me smile! Isabelle is so agile and full of live! God bless you all and stay healthy and safe. ❤️🌺❤️🌼