Where do we start our elevation

Hi Class,

The sill height datum is 0.0 off of the front of the three french doors. Our level grade is -12.25 that is where the cherry tree is. We can't add or take away much soil from there or it will kill the tree so I am assuming that is going to be the grade I work off of. Question does that mean I will

go down 22.25" to get to grade? (0.0 + -12.25)

Next question. Are my notes correct in that I have to make one step down 8" and then I can start

my stairs?

Thanks,

Jamie

1/8 inch graph paper

This is the place in New jersey that my mother found the 1/8 inch sheets of graph paper.

Steve's Art of Framing and Fine Art Supplies

681C State Route 23

Pompton Plains, NJ 07444

 

973-616-0720

fax = 973-616-8202

I'm glad that first project is over

Hi Class,

I only know have had a chance to open the blog and learn how to respond. It has been overwhelming working and trying to complete the project. I only wish I had read the blog

earlier. What a great idea setting everything out on the lawn. I will never ever use a pergola

and random blue stone again. UGH.....

I mailed my project on Sept. 10th. Fed Ex. I wanted to make sure it got there in time. It cost

$48.00 ouch. But I don't trust snail mail. It sometimes takes 10 days for my Mom to get a letter

in Missouri from Florida.

Looking forward to seeing all of you in October. Please be kind to me when I show you my

drawing. :)

Jamie

I hope I'm in the 21st Century - Let me know if I did this wrong!

Hi All,
My first blogging as well so let's see how it goes!
I too had to mow down the dimensions in my back yard to figure out the true size of the project area. I've been staring out the window hoping I will get this done on time.
Was it just me or did Rob tell us to photocopy the paper design onto the vellum? I may have misunderstood.
I can see the importance of doing it from scratch as that is how we will approach it with our own customers. So it's on to a new vellum. I decided to keep this as simple as possible. Found myself stressing over so many details it was making me a little crazy.
A question for anyone who might remember - Rob said not to worry about the downspouts correct? I was trying to decide how to handle the rain pouring down onto a patio. Let me know if you recall this as well. If not I'll direct the question to Lauren. Good luck to everyone and see you in a few weeks!
"Lily" Kathy

project

i'm with you there Dee... just said the same thing to my husband! i not only have to do the stones in pencil, but then i have to do them in ink! i've already found two major flaws and, one is i had the couple walk out the door and have to dodge a bench 3 feet away!! numb from work i guess. i really need to put my thinking cap on.

i know you all will do a great job... let's be proud of our work; no embarrassments in october.
nancy

I'm connected!

Hi Gang,

This is my 1st blogging experience! Its time I joined the 21st century. I hope all your projects are going well. Every time I look at the calendar, I freak out a bit wondering if I will get to the stonework before the project has to go in the mail.

Dee

New Design

Thanks Betsy ! Great idea with the blog. I have started working on my project .I was totally off on the size so I have recreated the layout on a portion of my lawn .I measured and ran posts and strings ,put a table and chairs etc. It has completely changed my perspective ! In fact, I now have a different idea and design. I did not feel good about my original plan and could not sleep for the last two nights. I am so happy that I had a "revelation".

It was wonderful to have gotten to know all of you !