When we spend too much time around something (or someone!) we stop noticing all the things that make them special and unique, and we start taking it for granted. The same can be true for our home, as well. After living in your home for awhile, you stop noticing and appreciating all the things that you originally loved about your space. You start taking it for granted. Let's talk about how we can fall in love with our home again, and it doesn't have to cost a lot of money!MENTIONEDAre You Embarrassed of Your House, Too? (blog post)The Story of Thrift Diving - (Podcast Episode #1)Painting My Kitchen Cabinets White (blog post)Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

I know that home maintenance sucks, and it would be nice to hire someone else to take care of all of it for you. But most of us can't afford that or don't have the expertise. But there are some things we can do ourselves and we should do right now! Including:Cleaning your dryer vent.Changing your HVAC filter.Checking for leaks and using leak detectors.Getting an annual termite inspection.Getting an annual roof inspectionGutter cleaning and why it's so importantChecking smoke detectors!RESOURCESWATCH on YOUTUBE - 7 Most Important Home Maintenance Tasks LISTEN: Podcast on termites! - Episode #9MENTIONEDOrder your filters from Filterbuy HERE. (affiliate link)Dryer vent cleaning tool - Home Depot (look at the video on this page and you'll see my product video listed on the product page!) :)Drain tool with metal 3-prong tool I mentionedLeak detectors (Leak Bug brand)"Smart" leak detector - Amazon3. Leak detectors - Leak Bugs - https://amzn.to/49MJpXDFire blankets - Home DepotSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

We're  going behind-the-scenes to hear the complete story of that epic bathroom makeover that I just finished in my best girlfriend's bathroom! What makes this an inspiring episode is that my friend and I get vulernable about what it was really like to tackle a DIY project together. She lacked interest and confidence because she was a "DIY newbie," and I lacked confidence because I had never done a project in someone else's house before (only my own house).Listen as she and I share the inside scoop on navigating this project to turn out as amazing as it did, and how we filled our "confidence buckets" for what we are capable of achieving!//LINKS//See the "BEFORE" and "AFTER" pictures.HomeStyler - The online platform to create a free 3D model of your room online.Pfister Colfax sink faucetsPfister Colfax shower faucet handleEdmundo - For all your stone needs for your home improvement projects, contact Edmundo (E & C Granite and Stone at 301-968-5738)3 themes I talked about for the beginning of last year, 2023. - Episode #97Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

I love hearing from other women who decided to make the leap and buy a "she shed" to  turn it into a workshop! Reader and fellow DIYer  in the Thrift Diving community, Diane Dains, did that very thing: she bought a huge 16' x 28' shed to use as a workshop, but she decided that she would finish off the interior herself. She even hired an electrician to be her "teacher" to oversee her interior wiring (and she had never done interior wiring before!)  Listen to this conversation about all the things to keep in mind when finishing off your own shed interior, including tips and tricks, and most importantly, how to speak up for yourself when dealing with contractors who think they know more than you do. Great episode you don't want to miss!See pictures of Diane's shed  here on Instagram!Follow Diane on Instagram and Facebook for updates!Want to see pictures of my epic bathroom makeover? Sign up for my email list to see "Sneak Peek" photos! https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

In this episode, I dive into an exciting new challenge: renovating a friend's bathroom. This project is an exciting new path from my usual DIY projects in my own 1973 home! I partnered with BathWorks for this extensive makeover, facing unexpected challenges like COVID interruptions and the challenge of coordinating such a big project in such a small space!This project has been stressful, but soooo rewarding--from refinishing the tub and tile to choosing the right paint colors, to reconnecting my friendship with my friend! The process wasn't just about the physical transformation of the space but also about strengthening my friendship and pushing personal boundaries in DIY.I wrap up the episode by reflecting on the emotional journey and how we can all learn from this project that stepping out of your comfort zone is not an option, but mandatory, in order to move forward.  Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

I'm sharing my personal journey of giving back with Habitat for Humanity. I reflect on my early desire to volunteer, the challenges of balancing work and family, and the fulfilling experience of joining Habitat. As a crew leader, I contribute to building homes for low-income families and highlight the impactful programs supporting new homeowners. I also share my participation in a fall festival, where I painted and donated a desk that was later sold for $175, contributing to Habitat's fundraising. Join me in exploring passions and embracing meaningful callings!Read this blog post HERE!Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

This is my favorite time of year! I love setting goals for the new year. Last year, though, I didn't set goals, but rather, set "themes" for how I wanted my life to go in 2023:FlowConnectionSimplicityIn this episode, I share with you how those goals went for 2023 and what I'll be focusing on for 2024! I want to hear what YOUR goals are, too! Send me an email (serena@thriftdiving.com) or DM me @ ThriftDiving on Instagram to share your goals with me!Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

I tend to DIY everything in my life, even my health and workouts in order to lose weight and get mentally stronger. I told you in a recent episode that I am doing the 75 Hard Challenge, which is a mental toughness challenge that requires you to do the following things every single day for 75 days, and if you miss ANY of these daily, then you must start over at Day 1:Read 10 pages in a non-fiction self-improvement bookTwo workouts each day, 45 minutes each, one of which must be outdoors.Follow a diet, any diet. But no cheat meals, and NO alcohol!Drink 1 gallon of water daily.Take daily progress pictures of your body.I'm on Day 54 as of the publishing of this episode! It's not always been easy. In this episode, I'm sharing with you how the challenge is going so far, along with some health challenges I recently faced that caused me to question if I am doing the right thing or not for my health.Send me an email (serena@thriftdiving.com) or DM me @ ThriftDiving on Instagram if you've got a question!RESOURCESRead more about the 75 Hard Challenge HERE.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

Not everyone is a DIY'er....and not everyone can afford thousands of dollars to rip out their bathroom and start over! So I'm teaming up with a good friend who has wanted to make over her bathroom for YEARS, but she has felt stuck: it's too expensive to gut her bathroom, and she has zero confidence on how to do a makeover like this on her own. So I'm teaming up with her to make over her entire bathroom with paint, power tools, and thrift stores! And the whole process is being captured on camera. Listen as I share with you behind-the-scenes details about this epic bathroom makeover! Click here to see the "BEFORE" of the bathroom I'm making over in my friend's house! Send me an email (serena@thriftdiving.com) or DM me @ ThriftDiving on Instagram if you've got a question!Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

‘Twas the night before thrifting, when all through the houseNot an outfit needed washing, not even a blouse;The laundry was folded by the dryer with care,In hopes that tomorrow I’ll buy more things to wear;My husband was nestled all snug in our bed,Asleep after accusing that I’m hoarding again;And my boys in their jammies, asleep in a snap,“Finally! I’m free!” I whisper and clap,When out in the garage there arose such a clatter,I sprang from my bed to see what was the matter.Down the stairs I flew like a flash,I had to make sure nothing was wrong with my stash!The garage was stacked with furniture I stowHow many pieces, I don’t even know.When what to my wondering eyes did appear,But a mid-century mod chair that I bought last year!With a vintage old fabric so awesome and chic,How dare someone say I’m a hoarder and freak?!More pieces than I need, all ready to be reclaim,And sometimes I buy several versions of the same,Blues! Reds! And greens! Chalk paint I’m a’ mixin’!Stripping! And sanding! Just needs a little fixin’!To the top of the ceiling! and from wall to wall!Now stash away! stash away! stash away all!As piles spill and crash around my feet, I sigh,Restacking the junk ‘till it’s ceiling-height high.So back to my bedroom I once again flew,With a closet full of clothes, most thrifted, some newAnd then, with an inkling, I saw the real truth:“I don’t need all this stuff!!” And then–poof!As I drew in my breath, and was turning around,Down came hangers with a deafening sound.I was drenched all in sweat, from my head to my foot,This crap needed to go, so all night I stayed put,A bundle of dresses I had flung in a sack,Tomorrow to the thrift store these clothes are going back!Keep reading the entire poem on the blog post HERE.Support the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

If you're a DIYer, then you'll want to buy a paint sprayer for your DIY toolbox, but what kind should you buy? There are 3 types, but for DIY projects, there are only two you really should consider: an HVLP paint sprayer and an airless paint sprayer. I'll share with you in this episode for which projects (and!) why you should consider one over the other (or buying both!) Send me an email (serena@thriftdiving.com) or DM me @ ThriftDiving on Instagram if you've got a question!PRODUCTS MENTIONED (contains affiliate links)Finish Max by HomeRight HVLP paint sprayer (Home Depot)Super Fine Finish Max by HomeRight HVLP paint sprayer (Home Depot)Wagner  Control Pro 130 airless paint sprayer (Home Depot)RESOURCESHow to Use a Paint Sprayer (YouTube)How I Painted My Fence with an Airless Paint Sprayer (YouTube)How I Painted My Fence with an Airless Paint Sprayer (Blog Post)How to Thin Paint for a Paint Sprayer (YouTube)Click to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

Last month I asked you on YouTube to ask me ANYTHING, and today, I answered them! Got a burning question about DIY or something person? Send me an email (serena@thriftdiving.com) or DM me @ ThriftDiving on Instagram to get your question included in the next "Ask Me Anything"!What is your routine to keep you motivated, healthy, and cute? Brutally honest, what are the pros and cons of your job?Is it best to spray paint the cabinet doors or use a roller?I am in the market for a small, light-weight drill (mostly for crafting). Any brand suggestions?What are some of your next projects gonna be? MENTIONED:75 Hard ChallengeDiary of a CEO: The 33 Laws of Business and Life (affiliate link)Diary of a CEO podcastUse my referral link on Stitch Fix to save $25Click to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

In this episode, I share with you how the tenant that just moved out of my rental townhouse caused me to spend over $8,000 on new carpet due to dog urine, including other damage that she left behind without telling me. In this episode, I'll share with you:Tips on the best place to get affordable new carpet and how much cheaper and faster it was to get installed instead of using Lowe's carpet installers.How and why we bought a rental property in the first place.Who's going to be renting the townhouse next.The reason why I am NEVER renting my home again after the next tenants move out! MENTIONED:Empire Today Flooring Installation - Get a quick quote and fast install. Use my referral link and save $350 off your flooring install. Click here for the referral.KILZ Restoration primer to block stains and pet odors.American Home Shield - Home warranty company I use.75 Hard ChallengeClick to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

Several years ago I decided to go back to school for a Carpentry program at my local community college. I learned so many things but these 20 things about construction, building trades, and more were the most surprising bits of information learned!  Which one did you find most surprising? Also, please take a moment to leave a review for The Thrift Diving podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! Read the blog post that goes with this post HERE.Click to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

Don't believe furniture paint brands that claim you can always skip sanding and priming before painting. I think that's a gimmick to get more people to think their product is the easiest to use for painting furniture. In truth, there are times when you CAN skip sanding and priming, and there are time when you MUST sand and prime first. In this episode, we will talk about when you can jump right into painting wood and projects, and when you have to do more prep work! Projects MentionedMy Painted Dresser10 Common Mistakes When Painting Furniture - YouTubeWhat's the Best Paint for Furniture?Click to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

We tell ourselves that if we just had the time to declutter a room, we would get it done this weekend....right?? The problem isn't time, though. The problem is that we don't want to face the unpleasant emotions surrounding the decluttering: self-doubt, boredom, confusion, and frustration. We just don't know where to start, either! Well, committing to 60 minutes per day, it is possible to tackle an overwhelming declutter project in a space. Listen in as I share with you how I'm decluttering my garage now, and how I'm using a "60 minutes per day" declutter trick to make progress! Want to join in on the challenge??!  WATCH THIS PODCAST EPISODE HERE on YOUTUBEClick to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

Not every project is as easy as DIYers make them appear to be! Sometimes they're quite scary because you're afraid you'll ruin it....you're afraid you don't know what to do... you're afraid that you'll not know where to start...And all of these fears can prevent you from taking a step forward to complete your DIY projects! In this video, I'll share with you the 5 projects that scared me to death and almost never got done because I was sooooo afraid I would ruin them! Let's talk about them! WATCH THIS PODCAST EPISODE HERE on YOUTUBEPROJECTS MENTIONEDScary Project #1 - Painting my showerScary Project #2 - Building my bathroom vanityScary Project #3 - Building my closet organizerScary Project #4 - Reupholstering a complicated wingback chairScary Project #5 - Building a deck on the front of my "she shed."Click to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

It's been 2 years since I bought my 16' x 26' "she shed" for my backyard that I use for office space and a creative workshop! What are the things I regret now that I've been using the shed for 2 years? What are the things I absolutely would do again in a heartbeat? Let's talk about it!  Email me serena@thriftdiving.com!WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBEPROJECTS MENTIONEDI Ran My Own Electrical Wiring in My Shed - (YouTube - Part 1 of 2)I Ran My Own Electrical Wiring (PART 2 of 2)Pouring a Concrete Pad for My Shed (YouTube)How to Insulate a Shed (YouTube)RESOURCES MENTIONEDTuffShed Premiere Pro Tall ShedxTool P2 EngraverArkansas Blue Star plant on the side of my shedMarie Kondo The Magic Art of Tidying Up Click to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

It's been a few weeks since I uploaded a new episode, but there is good reason!  In today's episode, I share with you where I have been and what I have been working on behind the scenes! What have you been up to?! Send me an email and share your own updates! Email me serena@thriftdiving.com!PROJECTS MENTIONEDHow to Refinish Your Shower with PaintHalf Bathroom Makeover with Stencils!5 Budget Friendly Bathroom Makeover TipsCreate Your Own Floral Wall ArtMake a DIY Shower CurtainPAGEANT VIDEO CIPSSee my official pageant pictures!Check out my thoughts about how the pageant went on my Facebook.  Watch my opening number dance routine at the pageant on YouTube. (I'm in the light pink dress to your left of the stage).Watch me wear my $50 Marketplace dress evening gown on the runway. LOLWatch our pageant intros in the "Classic" Woman division.Watch me win "Best Personality" Award at the pageant!The crowning of Ms. Classic Woman (I won 1st runner up).Support the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter

Bathroom remodeling can cost a whopping $11,000 or more. But who has that kind of money to spend?? In this episode, I'm sharing some inexpensive tips for transforming your bathroom on a budget! Email me serena@thriftdiving.com!PROJECTS MENTIONEDHow to Refinish Your Shower with PaintHalf Bathroom Makeover with Stencils!5 Budget Friendly Bathroom Makeover TipsCreate Your Own Floral Wall ArtMake a DIY Shower CurtainRESOURCESBathworks Tub Refinishing KitPretty stencils for bathroom walls!Make your own DIY chalk paint with this powder.What's the best paint for furniture?Click to send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected.Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect!BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitterSupport the showClick to send me an email to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving. WANT TO LEARN TO USE POWER TOOLS? I'm creating an online power tools 101 course to help you get over the fear and intimidating of using tools to become empowered with power tools! Sign up here for more info! https://thriftdiving.com/toolsSubscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribeSubscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdivingLet’s Connect! BlogYouTubeInstagramFacebookPinterestTikTokTwitter