Hi , Real nun here. Those medals etc would be normal finds in a convent/monastery. Often people visit a holy place and bring back a medal. Often they have been blessed so you would just throw them away. When a sister dies you clear her room and you could expect to find these type of items. I am happy to help identify things that you find. The secret room with Sainte Famille picture is French for ‘holy family’ ie Jesus, Mary and Joseph. The picture with the heart is the ‘Sacred Heart’. It’s a devotional picture. The work you are doing is so fascinating. Thanks
@clivejames5058
3 ай бұрын
Yes, I noticed a Miraculous Medal amongst the trinkets. They could visit the chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Paris.
@rolandhribal7155
2 жыл бұрын
Hello Billy. I was wondering if you considered that perhaps the secret room woud have been used to hide Jews during WWII? I have some relatives who were hidden in just such a room, bit bigger from what I remember, it was a convent just ouside the City of Nancy in Lorraine, north east France. I visited it many years later. The sisters saved seven members of my family that way.
@serenitypeaceandcomfort3669
Жыл бұрын
That makes alot of sense. 👍
@sunaccent255
Жыл бұрын
Hidden rooms were also for disobedient nuns. It was not uncommon to be punished in this way.
@patperrier9640
Жыл бұрын
The hiding of the Jews is a great theory. Many convents did that.
@highplainsdox
Жыл бұрын
I agree with you about the secret room. A hiding place. Possibly there are even more of them.
@leticiagrantsearle103
Жыл бұрын
It could well be so, but even though It was a catholic convent, why would they keep the catholic imagery, i.e. The Holy Family and the one of the Sacred Heart, which is the Heart with the Sword and the Crown of Thorns around it... The world's around the Edge say something to the order of: Halt! The Heart of Jesús Is with me. May your kingdom come (to us). It is considered a powerful sacramental, once It is blessed by a catholic priest, to keep Evil away from whoever carries it on their person or has it affixed to their doors or walls of where they live.
@pama.6410
Жыл бұрын
The writing under the Sacred Heart says "He (or It) is nothing but love and mercy". Love seeing your respect for this once holy ground. It will surely be a blessing to you.
@mrsm9048
Жыл бұрын
This needs to be a tv show! Like Escape to the château!! Brilliant!
@jayneturnbull5041
2 жыл бұрын
Billy the wallpapers are truly stunning. I agree that a wallpaper company could reproduce them as a 'Convent' or 'Hidden Room' series. The fact that they have not been exposed to the light would have preserved the beautiful colours and the gold.
@margaretf6147
2 жыл бұрын
Anna from How to Renovate a Chateau (without killing your partner) actually has made her own wallpaper. I believe she is a textile designer. That might be a great collaboration between her and Michael attempting to recreate one of those wallpapers. I’d love to know how old they are.
@paulanull8731
2 жыл бұрын
I agree it should be reproduced. As I looked at them, pausing for a really good look, the multiple patterns, the strips side by side made me think it was donated. The paper would appear to me to be partial rolls left from other local homes and persons who gave them to the Convent. They were useful and beautiful as are many other items in the buildings. Also when you get a chance have the jewelry appraised as now days vintage pieces can go for higher prices than gold. All depends on when, where and who made it or if it has great age. This is a fascinating place and I look forward to seeing more of the restorations.
@shutterfocus
Жыл бұрын
The paper looked more like leftovers cobbled together. Funny how different people can see the exact same thing and draw a different conclusion. Hope Billy can interview the nuns and get an answer!
@billb5347
Жыл бұрын
@@shutterfocus Left overs or samples. I have seen some huge tombs of wallpaper samples from that era. The nuns probably appreciated how wonderful those sections of wall paper are!
@highplainsdox
Жыл бұрын
The wallpaper reminds me of some William Morris scrapbook papers I have.
@machinist5828
2 жыл бұрын
You are doing what I started out doing when I was in my late teens. Single in a large city I needed and apartment or other living space. A drinking friend was renovating an old house into four apartments, two up and two downstairs. I could take my pick of whatever one I wanted and work on the others in exchange for rent. It was mostly paint, removing trash and fixing doors. My apartment had only one door in it and that was the bathroom. It did however have three exit doors. One into the front hall and stairs, one to the rear hall and one that opened to a set of stairs that came out at the center landing of the front stairs. The place was haunted, I was a disbeliever at first. I became at a gentile truce with them. The neatest thing I found was in my attic. I was following a power wire in the attic when I kicked a spot in the rough wood floor. Intrigued I examined the floor and found a door! Gently I lifted the trap door up thinking I was going to end up in the bedroom of the lower apartment. Instead it was a square space about three feet or one meter. Along the walls were wooden pegs all the way down to the floor below. I then realized they were steps and this was a room to hide escaped slaves. There was a door at the bottom that came out at the bottom of the stairs but it had been covered up at some time. I have many more tales about that old house but I must bid farewell for now. Cheers Terry
@dixiehuston4869
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing
@doloreslegrand2710
2 жыл бұрын
So interesting. If in USA it may have been part of Underground Railroad.
@shutterfocus
Жыл бұрын
Amazing!
@heenanyou
Жыл бұрын
What city is that?
@machinist5828
Жыл бұрын
@@heenanyou Nashville Tennessee
@uscitizen898
Жыл бұрын
If the wallpaper samples were put up when they were new, they're probably almost as good as the day they were made. No fading would have occurred (i.e. from sunlight) in that secret, closed room. So you can probably be quite certain the colors are very very close to the original colors. How stunning!
@hell0hkitty
Жыл бұрын
lots of the green on the old wallpapers are made with arsenic. beware.
@callaertserik1578
Жыл бұрын
Hello, I would like to share with you my experiences when it comes to emptying monasteries and other holy places. In the 90s, I worked as a social worker for disabled people in a basilica in Belgium. At a certain point, the basilica had to be cleared to make room for the archives. During the clean-up, I found hundreds of similar brooches, machete buttons, and other relics that were already more than 100 years old at the time. And to add to your story, all these jewels were donations from people who had received the basilica, in your case the convent, for example for favors for themselves or family members. E.g. in case of illness, marriage counseling, healing, intercession in case of a miscarriage, etc. So they are not jewels worn by the nuns.
@barkingmad50
Жыл бұрын
You are correct. A Sister or Nun would never have owned or worn a valuable cross or religious metal. The only exception, of which I am aware, would involve an Abbess or Prioress. On occasion, these women would have been given a valuable cross or religious medal, (as befitted her position in the church), in recognition of acts of holiness or service to the Order, or Church, by a higher level religious leader. This cross or medal would be worn under her habit, and never seen. In addition, depending on the rules of the Sister's or Nun's Order, a simple cross or medal could be gifted to a rank and file Sister or Nun on the occasion of religious significance. (For example, on an important anniversary of her taking her final vows. Or it might be in recognition of service or sacrifice.) This would also be worn out of sight. Another similar possibility would be small religious gifts given by her family, or by those for whom she ministered. These gifts might include a small religious statue or rosary. Usually she would only be allowed to keep the gift in her room. Again, not seen by others - as an act of humility. Upon her death, the gifts, (both valuable and simple), would be absorbed into the possessions of the Convent or Order. * All of this information is very broad. Each Order, Chapter House, and Covent followed the rules of their organization. * Rules for both Sisters and Nuns have relaxed over the last 70+/- years. I have written about the lives of female Religious prior to mid-1900.
@angelicaplummer4691
Жыл бұрын
@@barkingmad50 where can one find your writing?
@mev0759
Жыл бұрын
They should be donated to other order or church.... these are very special items.
@nonyabisness-cg7mf
2 ай бұрын
Absolute vow of poverty. It was probably a privilege to fetch an item from the cupboard not to mention a glimpse of the beauty. The Mother Superior was in control of every inch and every soul within those walls.
@rnbwstargrove624
2 ай бұрын
They make rosary and they do use them in their parish
@harlowesadventuresinwonder1564
2 жыл бұрын
The sign with the sacred heart says "Domine Salva nos Terinnis" which is "Lord save us by the Three" Maybe "by the Trinity" or referring to the Holy Family or Holy 3" "Vive Jésus" "Long Live Jesus" "Arréte Le Coeur De Jésus Est La" "Stop the heart of Jesus is here" "Il N'est Qu'Amour Et Misericorde" "There is only love and mercy" "Garde D'Honneur Du Sacre Coeur" "Sacred Heart Honor Guard". This a badge of the Honor Guard of the Sacred Heart founded in 1863 at the Visitation of Holy Mary at Bourg-en-Bresse, France. This is a group of men or women usually in a monastic community early on but now open to all Catholics who ensure there is always at least one member of the Honor Guard in prayer, reverence and adoration before the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This tradition sought to emulate the vigil at the cross of Mary, John and Mary Magdalene. This included several groups some who offered a hour of prayer, those who accepted trials, humiliations and "little crosses" or carrying a burden. Prayers are often said on behalf of friends and family who are not believers to bring them to the mercy of God. The very bottom says "Parce Domine 5 fois" "Parce Domine x 5 times" Parce Domine is a ritual chant it goes "Spare Lord, spare your people: Be not angry with us forever." and "Divin Coeur De Jesus 5 fois" "Divine Heart of Jesus x 5 times" The Prayer of the Divine Heart of Jésus "O Divine Heart of Jesus, grant I pray Thee, eternal rest to the Souls in Purgatory, the final grace to those who are about to die this day, true repentance to sinners, the light of faith to pagans, and Thy blessing to me and to all who are dear to me. To Thee, therefore, O Most Merciful Heart of Jesus, I commend all these souls, and in their behalf I offer unto Thee all Thy merits of Thy Most Blessed Mother and of all the Angels and Saints, together with all the Masses, Communion, prayers and good works which this day are being offered throughout Christendom. O Most Holy Heart of Jesus, shower Thy blessings in abundant measure upon all the clergy; to the just grant perseverance; convert sinners; enlighten unbelievers; bless our relations, friends and benefactors; assist the dying; deliver the Holy Souls in Purgatory; and extend over all hearts the sweet empire of Thy love. Amen." So it is a guide to prayer giving two prayers to be repeated 5 times each in an hour of prayer in the adoration of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
@bekindfox
2 жыл бұрын
I was just checking if somebody had explained these topics already to avoid double posting, so thank you for this! :-)
@evelynmilne4683
Жыл бұрын
AMEN!
@alfredgeorge317
Жыл бұрын
Thank You for the info....
@ruthmaryrose
Жыл бұрын
@Harlowe’s Adventure Thank you for all the translating you did on the picture of the Sacred Heart. The only suggestion I have is that what you read as “Terinnis” is actually “Perimus”. It is hard to make it out. I had to take a screenshot of it and then zoom in on the word, then looked up its meaning. I did study Latin in school but that was 60 years ago. 🙂 The verse is taken from Matthew 8:25 where the apostles beg Jesus to save them from the storm and means “Lord, save us we are perishing”.
@harlowesadventuresinwonder1564
Жыл бұрын
@@ruthmaryrose Absolutely possible! I was really unsure about that bit when I translated it as that part was really hard to read. I didn't have time to do much more than I did with reading it out in French and translating to English.
@bluemoon3927
2 жыл бұрын
The wall papers are works of art. Stunning! 💫
@Emy53
Жыл бұрын
That jewelry should be preserved. I hope it's not thrown away. Maybe donated to a museum or other catholic church. It can be mounted in a shadow box. What a great find.
@MrdenIseger
Жыл бұрын
So awesome! But you might need to be very careful with the green wallpapers. I am not sure if anyone mentioned it before, but if the green floral wallpaper is old (up to late 19th century) it may contain traces of arsenic-based dyes. It would be a good idea to send a small sample to a specialist. Keep up the good work!
@adamknopp6631
Жыл бұрын
Yes. Good advice. William Morris is said to be indirectly associated with the death of thousands of people. Fluctuating temperatures if warmth and damp and Victorian obsession with cleaning released it into the air..
@Mitch-Hendren
Жыл бұрын
It's what Napoleon died of . The house he was put under house arrest in st helena was damp with arsenic dyed wallpaper.
@cathjj840
Жыл бұрын
I know that was a problem in Great Britain, but I'm not sure they used that technique/color in France.
@naradaian
Жыл бұрын
Lifes too short for nanny states.... comments from people who don't know about the sort of safety equipment available for building work and removing it will freak the historians/planners/archaeologists out. Honestly some people are frightened of their own shadow, half the streams in central scotland are precipitating arsenic from quarry, mines and slag heaps
@inge6280
10 ай бұрын
I just love the tiles in the big rooms of that apartment
@thelostarchivesserialvault5353
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to see the chapel turned back into a chapel. It could be rented out for weddings and have a B&B in the units in the hotel wing. Get a local marble craftsman to restore/rebuild the altar. You might also consider inviting back some of the nuns who used to live there to interview them for their memories of the place. They might have insight on to the stranger aspects of the place and you would probably learn a whole lot about the history of the place.
@maryjeannechessrown8482
2 жыл бұрын
What a great idea!!!!
@marvahoeckelman2539
2 жыл бұрын
Being a nun myself and familiar with the customs of many of them more than likely they put the religious articles, the medals and the crucifixes in the attic to ward off fire. This is not superstition as the images are sacramentals.. Also keep on the lookout for Palm Sunday palms. Rednun.
@jennypearson9955
Жыл бұрын
Amen
@jerseybelle2491
Жыл бұрын
@@marvahoeckelman2539 Who made them sacramentals & what does that mean
@marvahoeckelman2539
Жыл бұрын
@Jersey Belle from MarvaHoeckelman. Sacramentals are religious articles that have been blessed by a priest with a special prayer of the Church for the purpose of keeping a person close to God and the saints. Religious articles include but are not limited to religious statues, medals, pictures, rosaries, crucifixes. In the video in question I saw medals containing images of the Virgin Mary and small crucifixes.
@bexbergh4295
2 жыл бұрын
Not sure if anyone commented on the last video to clarify… but the print with Mary, Joseph, & Jesus would be referred to as “The Holy Family” i.e. “La Sainte Famille.” As a Catholic, it is so interesting to see these discoveries you are making! Have you ever considered asking a Catholic historian to come interpret some of what you are finding? Or even consulting with someone who is Catholic who could provide you with the context/history of these religious artifacts? For example, the “cufflinks” you found are actually “collar buttons,” for a Roman collar. It keeps it in place. I would volunteer, but, unfortunately I’m across the pond.
@karinbergman1646
2 жыл бұрын
🙏🏻💗🙏🏻
@lillehus18
2 жыл бұрын
Hadn’t read your comment before I posted mine. I am happy to help too. I would love to know which order the nuns/sisters were. Quite unusual just to abandon a convent.
@bernitacenteno1326
Жыл бұрын
You have a few volunteers to tell you what these Catholic items mean. God Bless your endeavors and your fathers too, and all who are helping make your abandoned convent renovated, restored to its pristine appearance, as much as it is feasible to do so. The film makers are doing an excellent job too. Thanks.
@bernitacenteno1326
Жыл бұрын
@@lillehus18 Thankyou sister. To this family of rennovaters : Yes, as sister here says here, please find out for your viewers what orders lived in your abandoned convent, many nuns/or sisters resided there over 250 years, and why did they leave, or did they die off or were they in the French Revolution and lost their lives or their convent, tragically? We would like to learn about its history too. Thousands of Catholics would be interested to hear what you've found out. Also, do you hope to sell the convent after you are finished renovating it ? What are your plans about it for the future? As you can see we have lots of questions, therefor lots of interest your videos.
@bexbergh4295
Жыл бұрын
@@bernitacenteno1326 I believe that they mentioned earlier on in the series that the nuns were older in age and it made more sense for them to be transferred to a newer motherhouse? Where they could be cared for as they continue to age? but, please @The Pethericks clarify this.
@MC-342
Жыл бұрын
When I attended Catholic boarding school the nuns used to keep little collections of religious medals and odd pieces of jewelry. They weren't allowed to keep much in personal possessions so I guess these trinkets were very important to them. I would frame them and the bits of wallpaper with the history behind them. Makes for great artwork and some lovely stories for the convent.
@mac5houstonatgmail
Жыл бұрын
It could have been personal items of Family of the Convent member.
@britlew5933
Жыл бұрын
Those plastic containers are a rather new invention so I would assume this has not been there for decades.
@stephanieinwood2831
Жыл бұрын
The sisters would give us students medals as a prize for doing well in a test for example. If these sisters were nursing sisters they might use the medals to pin to a patients clothing as a reminder of blessing & protection. ~ Once a nursing Sister too! Really love this restoration.
@CKB-fg2er
11 ай бұрын
They hid the jewelry in the attic to probably appease the ghosts❣️❤️
@stacykelly9962
2 жыл бұрын
How exciting! Like you said “If these walls could talk!” I feel the same about my family’s Century farm ( Homesteaded by my greatx3 grandparents in 1837. I walk the 270+ acres, 80% woods now. I have 3 White Oak trees that are 175 years +, and two over 200 years old. I sit under the one I am able to access and imagine my ancestors walking by this very tree. History, whether it’s sad, violent ( a lot of U.S. Civil war 1860’s in this area), happy or peaceful; it’s all intriguing to me. You’re saving another historical building, and that’s a beautiful thing😊
@karinbergman1646
2 жыл бұрын
🌷💗🌷
@carolrigler5510
Жыл бұрын
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@p.a.reysen3185
2 жыл бұрын
Billy, I would imagine the Order which still exists near Toronto, Canada, might be a repository of the history of the Convent. They have their own website. I would assume when the Order left France, as much of their records that could be managed went with them. This is such a fantastic adventure that the entire world is looking over your shoulder as all the nooks and crannies are again brought to the viewing world. Something that few ever had that level of discovery into the old world Nunnery.
@Cate7451
2 жыл бұрын
Convent
@ThePethericks
2 жыл бұрын
I found a letter addressed to Religieuses Hospitalieres de saint joseph in Montreal, coincidentally its the same name as the convent i own so possibly its the same order which left france?
@p.a.reysen3185
2 жыл бұрын
@@ThePethericks I suggest looking at their website in Canada. Might have someone who can provide the missing history of the French Nunnery.
@ruthdice2154
2 жыл бұрын
Billy, yes look at the website, it will tell you the archives for the order are in Angers France.
@Redhotcook
2 жыл бұрын
@@ThePethericks 100% contact The order, Nuns generally Kept excellent & detailed Paperwork and information, quite often they did most of the letters and logs for the Local Priest as well. You never know what History you will turn up, and maybe a visit from the Order? How amazing would that be.
@angelhelen84
2 жыл бұрын
I remember when you said Michael was the ‘star’ to Ryan once…now look at your channel. You only needed to get comfortable in front of the camera. I think Michael was just comfortable from the get-go. I think, like Michael, your enthusiasm and knowledge for the topic your are speaking on is what makes you both very special and excellent vloggers.
@scottburbridge3170
Жыл бұрын
so much work to do. blessings to you.🌼
@barbnemitz6923
2 жыл бұрын
that wall paper is stunning. I was just going to say get them reproduced, when you said the same thing. I would buy any of them, they are all so beautiful. I am so glad you appreciate antiques and old things.
@maureen5495
2 жыл бұрын
Also, those gold studs, I think are collar studs. When you had removable collars on shirts (or old style nurses uniforms and maybe the habits worn by nuns perhaps?) you had studs like these to attach the starched collar to the outfit. Love the channel by the way and can't wait to see how the convent projects develops.
@somewherenicefarmstay6146
2 жыл бұрын
I agree, I thought they were collar studs too.
@dustinduncan2444
2 жыл бұрын
That was exactly my thought. With detachable clerical collars you normally have a stud on the back and one in the front. The larger part goes through a slit in the shirt and sits close to the neck with the smaller end of the stud through the collar. Lengths of the studs look about right too (short one on the front, longer in back as it has two ends of the collar overlapping).
@Redhotcook
2 жыл бұрын
Billy ( I’m sure Qwen will know the below 👇) Religious orders IE - priest or a Nun would Never have used Gold in this way. For sure The Catholic Church has many beautiful Gold Relic’s & items. The Nuns would have absolutely knew exactly how to find them. Personally I think they are gold Communion Pins (For Boys)= large front piece with a small pin & a keeper at the rear. This is completely in keeping with the age and size. There is no significant age to the 2 pieces from the video IMO, I saw many of these in the early to Mid 1970s. The other items are Generally called A Holy Medal, depending on the Design front & back probably the most well known is a “St Christopher” . However there are several others ie- Lourdes Apparition Medal, Virgin Mary Medal, St Benedict Medal, Our Lady of Lourdes, St Bernadette, Sacred Heart Of Jesus, Divine Mercy, St Michael, St Philomena, St Joseph, St Martin, St Jude, Our Lady Of Perpetual Help, Guardian Angel, Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Then the one that is generally given to children at Holy Communion is the Chalice Medal which most Convents schools would give to each child completing their Holy Communion every year. Last but not least is The Miraculous Medal which originated in Paris in 1832 & is Still Today one of the most popular Medals with over a Billion copies. Hope the above 👆 Helps you with your research.
@drfred1203
Жыл бұрын
And I join in this small choir of agreement. With 1.5K comments, surely somebody had to say that they were collar studs! Cheers from Madison, Wisc.
@jkcarroll
2 жыл бұрын
After watching a few of these videos about the convent, I'm subscribing to your channel! Just a few comments: 1. When the structure was deconsecrated, the bells would be removed as part of the process. Bells that are used in churches and other Roman Catholic structures are all blessed, so each peal of the bell is like a prayer being sent out for all who can hear it. Since the structure was converted to "profane" (i.e., "common" or "non-sacramental") use, any blessed or sacramental object would need to be removed, if possible. This would include the blessed bells. There is anecdotal evidence from exorcists that the demons that have possessed people hate and fear the sound of blessed bells, and will react *strongly* when exposed to the peals of blessed bells, but not at all to the sound of un-blessed bells, even if those bells are used in a church setting (albeit one that is not Catholic). 2. You have evidence that people have been partying there in the garden; given the state of the world it's very possible that someone, just for kicks, engaged in "unwholesome behavior" inside different parts of the convent. (I'm trying to keep this comment family-friendly.) I would recommend that after you have cleaned up the grounds and the interior so you can be certain there are no more hidden spaces, you arrange with the local church to have a priest or priests go through and bless the entire structure, the grounds and rooms. 3. A majority of the "trinkets, bits, and bobs" you found in the attic are actually religious medallions and saint's medals. I noticed at least 2 "Miraculous Medals" in your find. All of these things may not have much monetary value in and of themselves, but they can have great value to Catholics, especially if you can get them dated to a particular year or manufactured in a particular place.
@eileenworth7862
2 жыл бұрын
Some looked like relics which are more valuable.
@tmjb00
2 жыл бұрын
It does look like you might have saint relics in with the medals. Not that I think he would do it intentionally, but please be respectful to those items that you found in the attic. Very good chances are that they are blessed. If you could check with an area religious, they can let you know how to properly dispose of them. They’ll let you know what can be sold and how it can be sold if you decide not to keep them. Thank you.
@susancumming7099
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing all this valuable information about the Catholic Church etc. I am Catholic and didn't know about Priest Rooms until someone posted they thought that was what the Hidden Room was. Then Billy found Medallions and Saint Medals. I recognized immediately they were Catholic and it lined up they had to quickly had to hide those along with the Priest. Such fascinating history. Billy, any chance you would be willing to consult with an Historian familiar with the time of this building was built etc?
@susancumming7099
Жыл бұрын
@@tmjb00 If you decide not to keep them, please make them available for purchase by one of us Catholics who would cherish them.
@JP-bv7bf
Жыл бұрын
Great little find with the bits and bobs. The apartment is going to be so nice. I would not take out the glass above the door, frost it so you still get light but have privacy you want. Congratulations on hitting over 100 thousand subscribers. well done
@vickismallwood2082
Жыл бұрын
You will be discovering things for a long time to come. I for one am very excited to be a long on this journey with you guys. Thank you for sharing your beautiful convent with us Billy.
@myrnayoung5
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Billy - curious as to the history of the convent during WW2. Greatly enjoying seeing all the "nooks and crannies" - what a great place to explore!
@lorenataft6157
Жыл бұрын
I too thought immediately there was some WWII connection...no clue why...dont know the history or timeline
@sarahburton3110
2 жыл бұрын
So exciting!! The history of the convent is slowly revealing itself to you Billy 😊💛👍🏻
@triciasklodowske5653
Жыл бұрын
The jewelry could have been things that the young women had when they came into the convent life and gave them to the mother superior. Thanks for sharing. God bless.
@Linda-9037
Жыл бұрын
I would feel like a queen sleeping in a room covered in that blue wallpaper...The color and designs are stunning...so is the other one with the gold patterns...absolutely breathtaking...They deserve to be reproduced and shown off all over entire walls displaying their beauty. Brought out into the light and decorating the rooms of the convent. Beautiful creativity enhancing rooms that were dedicated to God's glory.
@AmandaSchnaare
2 жыл бұрын
I wonder if there's a local historian that could possibly go in and have a look?
@karenbaumgardner4109
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on 103K subscribers....and on another fascinating video. Perhaps a metal detector would be fun to run over those attic floorboards...I wondered if pieces would have fallen through the rather wide gaps? Plus just fun to search for other treasures!
@laurie4275
Жыл бұрын
Set about finding a new antique bell. That tower should absolutely ring out with the new life you've brought to the estate.
@cathrynmartin4395
Жыл бұрын
It is so fun to tag along to find and see what y'all are doing there. Being in the U.S. people have no idea what "old" really is and this set of buildings (and grounds) you are renovating is fascinating to watch.
@cathjj840
Жыл бұрын
They could have an idea if they kept things and kept them up instead of abandoning, trashing and/or bulldozing them. The US is older than many countries now in the UN, and even much older if you count the former colonies, and still older to downright ancient if you count indigenous populations. Which we should do, and not allow the government to let corporations continue to take over and desecrate the few bits of territory recognized by treaty as inalienably theirs.
@cathrynmartin4395
Жыл бұрын
@@cathjj840 Are you KIDDING me?!? You must not be up on HISTORY of the WORLD. Yes, the North American Continent has had indigenous people for thousands of years. SO HAS THE EUROPEAN LAND MASS! Stonehenge dates at approximately 2500 BC. Egypt's Giza Pyramid is estimated at 4500 years old. So let's not get on a high horse about who and what is older. You mentioned "the colonies" - the first American colony was established in 1607. Contrast that with the first English monarch that reigned from 807-839. Little bit older unless you just can't seem to do the math here...
@justranda1
2 жыл бұрын
The tour was amazing.. love seeing the apartment ideas, too. 😍 Thank you Petherick’s! 👏🏼 👏🏼👏🏼
@melissahalbert9455
2 жыл бұрын
I love the bell tower! Finding the jewelry in the attic...WOW! And your already working on the first apartment! The travertine will be really nice! Cannot wait to see the progress! Well done Billy!!!
@HazelAndrewsAcupuncture
Жыл бұрын
I’ve only just found you Chanel. I love the convent… such a beautify building and it seems to have a lovely chilled atmosphere. ( apart from when you talk about ghosts lol ). I think that courtyard you make a lovely courtyard garden with a trickling fountain… bliss!
@rosemarythyme6351
Жыл бұрын
I really like the new tile flooring you chose. Beautiful! In my opinion, I think you should keep the transom window above the apartment door. Historically, operable transom windows played a role in the heating and cooling of a building. It also adds charm since they aren't seen much these days. As you're concerned about privacy from the nearby stairwell, get creative with an elegant fabric curtain or perhaps louvers or blinds that the occupant could open or close. Just my two cents... Best of luck on your new property. I'm sure the renovation will be an adventure!
@madgevanness4011
Жыл бұрын
Or frosted glass.
@IMChrysalis
Жыл бұрын
I know you could find an accordian fan or two at Asian stores... or just find your favorite seamster and have him/her design one to fit the window... or just use some glass paint and make it look like stained glass. Whatever you decide, be very careful. Glass is a liquid, so over the years it drips down and the bottom gets thicker, while the top edges become very thin and fragile...the older the glass, the more pronounced the effect...
@IMChrysalis
Жыл бұрын
Love the bell tower...
@faithlesshound5621
9 ай бұрын
Openable transoms above interior doors were banned in the US after the Winecoff Hotel fire of 1946 (in Atlanta), during which open transom windows had allowed fire to pass from the corridors into the rooms. They might have been banned in other countries too.
@dashaway1460
2 жыл бұрын
That is like a real treasure room! The wallpapers are indeed magnificent! So many ideas come to mind regarding the designs. I would love to see the cupboard moved out and enjoyed. It is truly lovely! Billy you are awesome! Congratulations on reaching 103K subscribers!
@mikerogers582
Жыл бұрын
Those things are not cuff links, they are studs for a dress shirt.
@katharinatrub1338
2 жыл бұрын
Well Billy, this Wallpaper is so fantastically vivid in Color, sumptuous and simply spectacular! Maybe contact a museum, cause to have the wallpaper in such pure state must be rare! I mean, there was no sunlight waste ever. I imagine my self being obliged to stay in the secret room for some days, weeks, maybe more...? Lots to look at ! The 18 K gold 'buttons' are Shirtbuttons (neck) rather than Cufflinks. What a lovely discovery! - The Travertine floor will look really great! Thank you Billy for your update and have a great week! ...all of you! ; ))
@rabczanska
2 жыл бұрын
Rather than keeping the old hot water heaters, get instant hot water heaters. Way less space and far more energy efficient.
@lauraorben7128
Жыл бұрын
Archivists would probably love to see the wallpapers! Thanks for sharing.
@Truth77772
2 жыл бұрын
I am inspired by you Billy and the rest of your family ~ I have a 3 bedroom semi to renovate and moved here in 2019 ~ I am woman alone so I am getting help from friends and other when I can afford work done. Thanks for showing us what you are doing you literally keep me going on my simple mission......which is daunting at times......but all is progress as I am creating a vegetable garden etc
@mariagillinson8527
2 жыл бұрын
You can do it Jo! Power on!
@yvonnepagan9912
Жыл бұрын
You sound pretty tough to me lady. Keep at it. Success is a journey, not just a destination. Enjoy what you do as you do your best❤️🦘
@Truth77772
Жыл бұрын
@@mariagillinson8527 Thank you ~ I shall.....
@charlesmcmasters
2 жыл бұрын
If you look back at the history of the Catholic Church in England and France, it would almost be ingrained behavior to have hiding places built into a new church and convent construction. They were a known source of gold, gems, and other treasures. Their history had Viking and brigand raids and pillages. The French Revolution, WW1, the Nazis in WW2 , all these major events that saw the building viewed as nothing more than big Piggy banks, waiting to be broken. Love the mystery of your newest project Billy. I am sure it is haunted, but I know you are doing your very best to stay respectful to the property, and that is key. I know it may feel silly, but announcing yourself on occasion and recognizing them as friendly custodians will make some of the creepiness go away. under NO circumstance sould you allow amateur ghost hunters go in and be disrespectful and never, everever use a Ouija board. I've always felt deconsecrated churches and such were more ripe for negative entities. Have a local pastor come in and bless each building would also bring some harmony to the project. Best of luck!
@tinathene
2 жыл бұрын
Yes
@barbiemortimer1322
2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you on Ouija boards!!. Your asking for trouble 👿 opening port holes!!!.
@barkingmad50
2 жыл бұрын
Having a priest bless the convent is respectful and wise precaution.There is a long history of highly charged spirituality in the convent; 'heaven only knows' what may have happened there over so many years. Contact a local parish priest, and/or the Archdiocese of that area. I'm sure they will help you with specific questions regarding Convent customs and traditions, as well as perhaps having historical documents. * I am a retired researcher for Archaeology and Historical Preservation projects in the U.S. I am absolutely green with envy about your endeavor!
@jerseybelle2491
Жыл бұрын
@@barkingmad50 a devil cant cast out a devil
@serenitypeaceandcomfort3669
Жыл бұрын
Yes!
@kitschyku5104
Жыл бұрын
We really are enjoying the convent videos! Love how that beautiful building has stood the test of time protected by that 60s?70s? Inner shell Can’t wait to see you peel back the layers and expose its beauty and secrets. Billy your love and respect of these old buildings and things shines through and for us like minded people s joy to watch! Many thanks for filming these! 🤗❤️🇨🇦
@janetcorey5102
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe it was held as currency, Incase if war
@aislingmaguire3725
2 жыл бұрын
Glad we finally got to see the apartment again, Sadie did tease you would fill us in on what was happening. Michael will have to watch out with how quickly the subscribers are jumping .... fantastic to see 👏
@ruththomas4915
Жыл бұрын
I found you just yesterday and I'm hooked! I love old buildings with rich history and the very fact that you and your family buy and restore! That's like saving our history, thank you! Now back to watching your channel!
@Scotia__
Жыл бұрын
those wallpaper patterns would make gorgeous fabrics!
@gebswife
2 жыл бұрын
My husband and I just discovered your channel. We’re hooked. Great job. Greetings from Texas.
@christinebarnes3493
2 жыл бұрын
Same for us Texas 👋🏻
@CynthiaBerry713
2 жыл бұрын
Wow! That little room was amazing! And the bell tower, so interesting to see how it's built, fantastic! Can't wait to see what's uncovered in the back garden, and watch the first apartment come together!
@nigelirmamaher5811
Жыл бұрын
I have to agree,Billy, that wallpaper is absolutely gorgeous with all the gold in it.
@deirdreball3731
Жыл бұрын
I can’t even tell you how fabulous the wallpapers are in the secret room. They are fantastic!
@lisaakinlabi
2 жыл бұрын
OH Billy what fun! 103K followers is amazing and I am so glad I have been watching your entire adventure to date. I would love to see the jewels put into a shadow box and hung for people to view. They should be hung in a place of honor as they may have been jewels the nuns gave up when they entered the order. So Stephanie went to a place where they make elaborate wallpaper and I think they reproduce it. She may have some ideas for you where to get the reproductions done if Michael does not want to do it. It's amazing you are already getting into the renovations. Hope everything goes well and what you are envisioning comes to full fruition. Such a monumental task.
@MJ-wrty
2 жыл бұрын
Nuns would pin their medals under their habits. The long black robe would cover it. I'm Catholic. All my education was in Catholic schools taught by nuns and priests. Sometimes they would attach a lot of the small ones onto a safety pin and pin them onto their upper garments ( under their shirt)
@myrnamcmillan4755
2 жыл бұрын
Wow Billy what an adventure you are taking us on you don't hang about hugs to you all.
@margaretsmith9572
Жыл бұрын
You are right that the jewellery is part of the buildings history, why not back it on velvet and mount it in a suitable frame.
@Its_just_me_again
Жыл бұрын
if i've said it once, i've said it a hundred times... he loves his wallpaper.
@pamkullman8839
2 жыл бұрын
I love your little treasure trove. It reminds me of some of the stuff my mom had. Glad that you are still having fun and find things exciting around the convent!
@georgiaa8896
2 жыл бұрын
A Trailer.....what a brilliant idea, well done
@maureenwhelan83
2 жыл бұрын
Frosted glass or stained glass windows above the door would offer privacy and allow natural light inside the room.
@deno.520
Жыл бұрын
I'd be curious to see if the shelves in the in the secret room might be able to be used as steps. Is the ceiling of the cabinet solid or might it possibly be a trap door to the second floor or attic?
@cherylphilipsz3835
Жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly!
@rosemariedeschenes7013
2 жыл бұрын
What an incredible find in the attic. The wallpapers in the secret room are amazing. I wonder what company made them and in what century? The apartment floor will definitely look better if it all matches. Looking forward to seeing the progress. Thanks for sharing 😍😘
@TiptonMama
2 жыл бұрын
Ohhh, I just found your channel, with the video of when you got the keys. I had to go back to find others of the convention (Edited to fix *convent - autocorrect and I have a love hate relationship lol) but I'm still working my way through now! I'm hoping I can join for the live tomorrow, but I'm working on some stuff myself then, so I may have to watch it after. How exciting that there's jewelry in the attic. I can't wait to see what it all looks like, and if you discover the history of it!
@glyntutt1586
Жыл бұрын
The small items with the eagles head on them are shirt studs. You will find that they have 2 halves that screw together with the smaller face having mother of pearl or some other decorative material. I have a dress shirt and a couple of sets of studs. In an ecclesiastical setting, the priest’s dog collar may have used a stud to enable the wearer to attach it to the shirt or undergarment.
@mariebrown5454
Жыл бұрын
I have not read any of the comments so please excuse me if i am repeating what has already been said regarding the 'Jewellrey'. Some of these are Religious medalions. the black crusifix is the same as one on an old family rosary i have. Mine is from the 1940/50s. The broach with the flowers on is I believe Lucite. The flowers are cut into the reverse of the clear plastic feeling material. These date from Lucite's inception in the late 1930's to 1970's. I think this broach is around the 1940/50's. These could be items the nuns came with when they joined the order. As they were not allowed to have possessions therefore anything they came with was put away including there clothes. If they left the order it was returned to them. Maybe the cupbaord contained these items, put away incase they left and they were returned to them. Nuns did leave, rarely and go back into the community. I believe the cufflinks are actually collar studs. To hold detachable collers to the shirts. I hope this is useful to you. Marie.
@dianacrowell58
2 жыл бұрын
Loving these videos! Thank you Billy.
@reneskaaning5751
2 жыл бұрын
It would be amazing to reproduce those wallpapers,I so hope you will do that. Thanks again Billy for great content.
@shanwow2636
Жыл бұрын
Ahh! I love this! Thank you so much for documenting this for all to see! I like how respectful you are of the space and that you want to preserve everything! Not too many people left like that and I absolutely appreciate it! I’m so glad I came across your channel!
@Capkirk
2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely LOVE that first wallpaper with the gold on it (the panel above the blue metallic panel). I would just love to have that reproduced. OMG I just love it. Sorry for being silly …it’s just so beautiful
@sw651
2 жыл бұрын
A lot getting done. You can take warped wood and lay it horizontally but slightly elevated over a area of wet grass. As the wood absorbs the moisture it will straighten. You can use weights to help with a really warped piece. We used to do this to repair antique furniture that warped from improper storage.
@AnneMB955
2 жыл бұрын
Just fascinating, Billy. Love thinking about the stories that have been shared within all those walls. What will you do with those trinkets? A display, maybe? Please keep sharing.
@abbylea2359
2 жыл бұрын
I would frame that lovely print of the Holy Family.
@phoenix405
Жыл бұрын
I'm loving this channel. I can't wait to see more videos of more restorations.
@karenfarris2014
2 жыл бұрын
Exciting new vlog every week! Love the treasures you found. Glad the weather is beautiful for you too. Thanks for all the fascinating updates.
@LeslieNikulka
2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Some a amazing finds. I love that you appreciate the old wallpapers - you've even caused me to appreciate them more. I wonder why the jewelry wasn't hidden in the secret room with the cupboard? I love the natural stone floor tile you have chosen. Thanks for continuing to share your fascinating videos, Billy! What an adventure!
@creatoremterrae7933
2 жыл бұрын
12:25 I've spotted ' The our Lady of miracles medal and The St Benedict medal. Very powerful medals. Keep them safe.
@blakehahn-atlantaga8510
Жыл бұрын
So amazing Billy! The apt is going to be so nice! You have accomplished so much in a short time!
@mu77
2 жыл бұрын
Looks like reglious metals, nothing more. Nun's have to relinquish their jewelry when entering convent. It would be saved for them if they decided to leave the order.
@Linnet09
2 жыл бұрын
That's what I thought. Most of it looked like the old-fashioned religious medals of the type that practically every Catholic of the period would have worn. It's probably of interest, but not of much monetary value. As you say, any novice would give up her jewelry on entering - it would be returned if she left. I think the novices often turned them over for sale by the convent when they took their final vows.
@julielandy9162
2 жыл бұрын
So amazing to find the jewelry. Ties to their life before taking vow of poverty. What wondereous stories they could tell. Who knows what other treasures are to be found! Thank you.
@marilynrn711
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for these very interesting vlogs Billy, You are knocking it out of the park!
@deniseblackman5229
Жыл бұрын
Your music is spot on-really sets the mood. So enjoy the love of history this channel brings!
@sandylee9564
2 жыл бұрын
So much to be done, so many treasures to be found. Looking forward to this adventure.
@alexoliver5652
Жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 Sandy How are you doing today
@sandylee9564
Жыл бұрын
@@alexoliver5652 Doing ok today. Cant wait til they find out about the jewelry. I love a good mystery and exploring old houses. How you doing, OK?
@alexoliver5652
Жыл бұрын
@@sandylee9564 Sounds great to hear Am good thanks for asking.. Where are you from?
@sandylee9564
Жыл бұрын
@@alexoliver5652 I live in Oklahoma, and you?
@alexoliver5652
Жыл бұрын
@@sandylee9564 Nice place Am originally from Finland but lives in Texas.. Are you originally from Oklahoma?
@lindamitman4538
2 жыл бұрын
I’m loving discovering the hidden parts of the convent along with you. Sadie and Mo’s apartment is coming along nicely. I hope they get the nice kitchen that they deserve - it’s the heart of the home after all. I’m sure Olivia will be excited to be in town with her friends and an easy walk to school. Sadie will be so busy between the apartment, Udea, Queenie and Elsa. I’m so happy for her to be able to ride again. She is so lovely with the animals and Mo is a gem. Love the Petherick family!
@csayre01
2 жыл бұрын
Loved the video Billy! So interesting to explore such a place you now own. I watch your videos every Sunday!
@alisaescanlar
Жыл бұрын
Love the videos and I hope you keep the items and other trinkets for a little museum or display when the renovations for the convent is finished. It would be wonderful for anyone visiting to see what it looked like before and after. Thank you Billy!
@katiesoderling3596
2 жыл бұрын
It’s so lovely to see the red roses blooming in the courtyard and the white roses in the garden! The whole place is really coming back to life as you peel back the layers. I really liked the suggestion of another commenter to try to fix the warped door by laying on wet grass with heavy cement blocks on top. Couldn’t hurt to try and then you could save money fitting a new door. I also was thinking about the transom above the door. To keep the aesthetic perhaps the glass could be frosted to allow light through and maintain privacy. The glass could be covered in the sticky faux frosting. From down below it wouldn’t be noticeable that it’s just a sticker. Thanks for the weekly updates! It’s thrilling from a historical and renovation standpoint!
@shamrock4500
2 жыл бұрын
That's how I flatten plywood that has a bow in it.
@teresacarle294
2 жыл бұрын
🎉 Team Transom 🎉! My family's mcm home has amber bubble glass above our bedroom doors. ☀️ It really helped bring additional light into otherwise darkly wooded mahogany panelled craftsman style inspired rooms. 🤦♀️ If privacy is a concern, etching solution to frost (or obscure) is easy to apply. As a single woman, I also feel 💯% more comfortable having clerestory windows for extra lighting (& ventilation). Far less worries about some nightstalker👿 dragging over a ladder🪜 to murder me in my sleep 😴💤 . Also ♻️ Team Sustainability 🌎 ! It certainly seems worth the effort to try to bend it back. If not, reuse the door🚪for a table top. 🛠Or, perhaps it could work in a mudroom entry of some sort as a hall tree for 🧢hats, 🧥coats, 🎒bags, &🧣 scarves. 💚 Bridget from Cali ☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)
@katiesoderling3596
2 жыл бұрын
@@teresacarle294 Great ideas!
@katiesoderling3596
2 жыл бұрын
@@Sgirl Good idea! I hadn’t thought of that.
@AcousticTelevisions
Жыл бұрын
Love this 💜 I really did wanna see if there was anything behind that cupboard in the hidden room. I wonder if you'll find more! I'd be inspecting absolutely everything. Also love that you're aiming to preserve a lot and do it justice where it's due
@mikaham681
Жыл бұрын
You guys are Legends! Well done with the convent restoration!
@DownButNotOutYet
Жыл бұрын
Morning Billy, what an interesting video. That is an amazing Convent, so big. The bell tower sure is magnificent. As you say, a pity about the bell, maybe later on you can do a fund raising in the Courtyard to be able to buy a bell for replacement. It would benefit all. The wall paper is jaw dropping beautiful. Such splendour. the jewellery was an amazing discovery. I am sure if you can get it cleaned up and maybe placed inside a box frame with a light inside, it would display everything beautifully, that is after Gwendoline or other family members found in interest. Remember the Nuns were very humble woman, no luxuries and no airs and graces for show! Hopefully you will find other priceless items,, you could show them off in the Library. Take care, all the very best, kind regards.
@jeepgeek7259
Жыл бұрын
So fun to find treasures!! And secret hidden spaces!! It’s already looking amazing!! It’s fantastic that you are bringing it all back to life!!
@richardallen6080
2 жыл бұрын
The place looks amazing what a transformation from when you first obtained the property. That wallpaper is exquisite in that small room that you and your dad discovered Billy! Maybe in your visits to various antique shops or estate sales you can obtain a bell to replace the other one that would be lovely! See you again next Sunday Cheers
@philipehrman8608
Жыл бұрын
Love your channel and the updates. With a convent this old, large and history, only 1 secret room? Can't wait until you find the others.
@normamurray4450
2 жыл бұрын
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS Billy on the 100K followers...you sure earned that! What an exciting find in that tiny room...if the walls could talk! What a find is right! Wow, I'd love to go scrounging in there! I can't wait to see what you unearth as you continue on. Thank you for including us Billy!!!
@karinbergman1646
2 жыл бұрын
The first thing I thought when seeing the wallpapers was that they could be recreated. It would be nice to do some select rooms with the wallpapers. One can even have fabrics, carry all bags, pillows, wrapping paper, hats, aprons, anything done! How exciting and beautiful! The religious jewelry... hmmm...was it given for various achievements? I wonder if someone found it in the rooms and put it all together. You could have the crosses etc. reproduced and sell with your webstore eventually ! More finds will come, I'm sure. I am wondering where burials were placed, especially early on? In a cemetery nearby? In the Chapel grounds? Most likely inside the courtyard? Would be fascinating to find out. Perhaps the church in Paris has those records, or the town? I've wondered the same with LaLande and Basmagnier. You definitely need some peacocks in the courtyard! 💗
@krisindaboyce3417
Жыл бұрын
Love the wallpapers you found. All are beautiful. The one blue background and floral print is really stunning! Changing out antique doors ? I understand if they are beyond repair. But the ones in excellent shape I would keep. New doors I would have made to match. But that is simply me. I am surprised at how tiny the kitchen is.( I have a small kitchen), that looked claustrophobic to me. Can not wait to see the end result though. Looking great so far. The jewelry you found in the attic. I had a silly thought of a squirrel stashing away shiny things it liked. 😂 But I read a comment that explained the trinkets to ward off fire in the attic. So much for my squirrely theory. Wish you and your family all the best. Hugs from Canada ❤️
@marilynnreiter7221
2 жыл бұрын
You're doing an amazing job! First all that overgrown mess outside and now the renovations to the interiors. Bringing something special back to life. Bravo. Keep up the good work!
@user-xz2lc6io6k
2 ай бұрын
Добрый день! Мне очень нравится, что вы все сохраняете, восстанавливаете и бережете. Вы очень трудолюбивый человек. Я рада, что у вас есть свой замок. Такие люди, как вы должны жить в своих дворцах и замках🥰
@thepenelopejones
2 жыл бұрын
Huge adventures - huge excitement Billy ~~ 103K and climbing, congratulations from the heart, so richly deserved! And speaking of "riches" while not the crown jewels in the attic, treasures all the same. It will be fascinating to see if some of the pieces could be matched up with their owners. 💯👌
@alexoliver5652
Жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 How are you doing today
@pedrotenn2007
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video! Those wallpapers are incredible. The apartment is looking so awesome. It’s very exciting to see all this progress. I noticed what looked like a white rose in the garden. Would be cool to know what plants they had out there by what has survived.
@BlackStump172
Жыл бұрын
Yes the history of the garden would be interesting .
@joymcguire
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this!
@timothymoore2672
2 жыл бұрын
Billy this adventure just sets my week into a great expectation and anticipation, thanks so much for sharing.
@blupoppy608
Жыл бұрын
the hidden room is amazing the wallpaper is stunning and I really hope you are able to restore it, so beautiful. The nuns probably hide to hide valuables, such as gold chalices and other holy relics to keep them safe from theft perhaps. What an amazing adventure you have a head of you, though I realize all the hard work you are putting into saving a beautiful piece of history:)
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