Boat fever, every spring I get this need for another boat, Yes it was a bit of work but after three other projects this was a deal. This boat has great bones, great size, it just needed a bit of TLC. So she should be sailing by the end of the week. No really....... Continue Reading →
Galley update, We are almost there with this complete. Need to put the last of the shelves and doors in at the end of the counter. The wood has been prepped for the stain, and I should have that all done by next weekend. ... Continue Reading →
This is the New River Inlet in North Carolina. We took a trip down this weekend to do some sailing with our smaller boat and check out this Marina, Swan Point Marina in Sneads Ferry N.C. As you can see in this aerial photo she is right on the ICW and just a short hop... Continue Reading →
As we come out of our slumber we find ourselves back in the midst of the galley and what is to become of it. Finding yourself with challenges of teak work and details that mean more than just its look but of how it will withstand. On a boat things are not as they are... Continue Reading →
We have found ourselves in slow motion with the work on the boat. With winter and the fact that we work outside all day everyday makes for an ugly (lazy) combo. So our progress has gone to a crawl. This delay has set us back a month or two , so we may not be... Continue Reading →
Well, It dose not look like much, but we have managed to create a space that will function well and plenty of storage. I hope! Below is the breakdown so far.In this photo we have brought a little of home into our design. We felt this corner would be wasted space or just space that... Continue Reading →
Our efforts seem to be paying off and hopefully we do not crash and burn in the next phase. The galley, the place where storage is important and the ease of working is key in this small space. I love to cook, and I love all of my equipment. Knowing I have to give up... Continue Reading →
Took time away from the boat work to spend time with my GIRLS ! 2012 Color Run 5k Charlotte NC
What an exciting day! Im sure many of you had an eventful day too, but it is the little things that have made me want to hurry home today. Our new hardware for the doors arrived today! We searched and searched for door hardware that would last and it would be easy to use, and... Continue Reading →
Well things are moving along, Burt has managed to put up the breadboard on the cabin top. It is really exciting to look at the before and after photos, turns out to impress us both. We spend a lot of time going over and over the look of this boat and always hoping it is... Continue Reading →
New River Boat Works 