Housework/Front Door

For a long time now, we've had this whimsical notion to have what we call a "Tomie dePaola" door. Do you know his work? He is a wonderful writer and artist, and we just love his colors.

As you can see from these "before" pics I just took this morning, we are in dire need of repair and renewal! Years of dogs scratching to come in; window pane knocked out when Tom dragged the old tub surround down the stairs. Almost a year ago (!!) we bought a replacement storm/screen door, and now the time has come to put it up and paint.



Here is a book cover to give an idea of what we are thinking of - probably a turquoise door with purple trim.