Thrift DivingI recently got back from Ghana, West Africa for vacation and was inspired to build an easy ground level deck (also knowns as a floating deck) so that I could make my backyard feel like I was still on vacation! If you've been wanting to build your own ground level deck to create livable space in your yard, check out this video! Thanks to Costway for providing the 3-person patio swing in exchange for including it in my deck build!
How to Build an EASY Floating Deck For Your Yard! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-08-23 | I recently got back from Ghana, West Africa for vacation and was inspired to build an easy ground level deck (also knowns as a floating deck) so that I could make my backyard feel like I was still on vacation! If you've been wanting to build your own ground level deck to create livable space in your yard, check out this video! Thanks to Costway for providing the 3-person patio swing in exchange for including it in my deck build!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Im Finally Organizing My She Shed! (Video 1 of 3)Thrift Diving2024-04-19 | It’s been a few years since I bought my #sheshed and began finishing the interior myself! Now I’m finally moving on to organizing the workbench, and adding a @HaierAmerica beverage center under the workbench so that I can store drinks and cold snacks in my shed! #haier is the way to go for appliances for small kitchens, tiny homes, or any space with a limited footprint. I’m one step closer to turning this shed into the coolest workshop/office space/tiny home right in my backyard! Follow along in this video series as I plan the project and build an organized tool wall!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858How to Make Large Colorful Artwork on a Cricut - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2024-03-28 | This video is sponsored by #Cricut. In this tutorial, I'm going to show how with just a thrift store frame, a Cricut Explore 3 machine, and craft paint, you can make your own large, colorful DIY artwork for super cheap!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 208587 Home Maintenance Tasks You MUST Do This Spring! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2024-02-27 | This video was Sponsored by Filterbuy.com. Order a bulk supply of filters for the year and save an extra 5%, including free shipping, and set up an auto-subscription so you never miss changing your filter on time! Order here with my affiliate link: thriftdiving.com/filterbuy
In this video, I'm covering the most important home maintenance tasks that, as a homeowner, you must do this spring and throughout 2024. If you don't do these things, you risk expensive repairs and damage. I'm not perfect--as you'll see in the video, I'm also behind in doing many of these tasks. So in this video, I'll walk with you through what's most important and how to do some of them.
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Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858What Its Really Like for a Newbie to Do Their First Room Makeover - #140Thrift Diving2024-02-19 | 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!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Finishing the Interior of a She Shed Workshop! (w/Guest Diane Dains) - #139Thrift Diving2024-02-13 | 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!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)This Bathroom Makeover Brought Me Closer to My Best Friend - #138Thrift Diving2024-01-24 | 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.
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)I Was Too Poor to Volunteer...Until Now! - #137Thrift Diving2024-01-22 | 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!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Shower & Tub Refinishing Almost 7 YEARS Later: Did It Last???Thrift Diving2024-01-09 | This video is sponsored by Bathworks. Almost 7 years ago I refinished my 1970's blue fiberglass using the Bathworks Premium Refinishing Kit. You kept asking me, "Did it last??!" so in this video I'm sharing with you what it looks like NOW. In this video, I will:
*Share with you what my shower looks like NOW, nearly 7 years later, while walking you through the steps to refinish it. *Give you a sneak peak at exciting new products from Bathworks. *Invite you to work with me on an upcoming bathroom makeover, if you've got a colorful or hideous tub, and live in the Washington, DC; Maryland; or Virginia area. (If you'd like to work with me to transform your bathroom and ugly tub, email me: serena@thriftdiving.com!)
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Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Im Making Over THIS Outdated Bathroom in a Friends House! - #134Thrift Diving2023-12-29 | 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! (instagram.com/p/C1awZ_qNIup/?img_index=1)
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Im Doing the 75 Hard MENTAL TOUGHNESS Challenge! - #135Thrift Diving2023-12-29 | 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 book • Two 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.
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Lets Set Our 2024 Goals! - #136Thrift Diving2023-12-29 | 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:
• Flow • Connection • Simplicity
In 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 (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) ) or DM me @ ThriftDiving (instagram.com/thriftdiving) on Instagram to share your goals with me!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Twas the Night Before Thrifting! - #133Thrift Diving2023-12-10 | ‘Twas the night before thrifting, when all through the house Not 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 stow How 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 new And 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!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)What Kind of Paint Sprayer Should You Buy for DIY Projects? - #132Thrift Diving2023-12-05 | 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 (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) ) or DM me @ ThriftDiving (instagram.com/thriftdiving) on Instagram if you've got a question!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Painting Kitchen Cabinets White: Step-by-Step Tutorial! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-12-01 | This kitchen cabinet makeover is sponsored by Beyond Paint. Read the blog post for a full list of materials, including a step-by-step of how I painted my cabinets white! FULL TUTORIAL: thriftdiving.com/paint-kitchen-cabinets-white
Are you ready for a jaw-dropping transformation? In this step-by-step tutorial, I'll show you how I am turning my outdated 1970s kitchen into a light, bright, airy space in my home by painting the kitchen cabinets white!
This isn't just about a simple coat of paint; it's a complete metamorphosis. I'll show you the "before-before" photos of the kitchen we we moved in back in 2010, along with the cabinets we had replaced them with, and why I wanted to make them prettier.
Learn the importance of removing cabinet doors, the art of prepping surfaces, and the significance of primer coats—especially when transitioning from dark wood to a pristine white finish.
Watch as my kitchen evolves into a bright, airy space! Witness the joy and satisfaction that comes from a well-executed DIY project that revitalizes the heart of a home.
If you've been thinking about painting your kitchen cabinets white, I hope this project inspires you. Let's go!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Ask Me ANYTHING! (Q & A) - #131Thrift Diving2023-11-20 | 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 (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) ) or DM me @ ThriftDiving (instagram.com/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?
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Im Never Renting My Home Again!! - #130Thrift Diving2023-11-13 | 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!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)20 Surprising Things I Learned in Carpentry Class! - #129Thrift Diving2023-10-30 | 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!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Do You HAVE to Sand or Prime Furniture Before Painting?? - #128Thrift Diving2023-10-23 | 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!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Im Decluttering My Garage! (DAY 9) - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-18 | Join me as I challenge myself to spend 60 days decluttering a messy part of my house: the garage! Which room are YOU going to work on?
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Floating Deck DIY: How to Apply a Clear Coat for Long-lasting Beauty - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-17 | Pressure-treated wood had to be stained to protect it, but it must be dry first. I built this DIY deck about 3 months ago on the front of my 16' x 26' "she shed." I've added two coats to protect it, and to keep the natural wood color!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858The 60 Minutes Per Day Declutter Trick! - #127Thrift Diving2023-10-16 | 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??!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)My House Was Treated for Termites! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-14 | A couple of years ago, I discovered that my house had termites! I would see them flying around the yard, but was afraid to take the step to actually have a professional inspection done. I had discovered that my rental property had termite damage so it made sense to inspect both of my properties. And there it was: signs of termites. Come behind the scenes to find out my home was treated for termites! I'm also happy to report that there has NOT been any evidence since the home was treated of termites chewing any of the wooden stakes that are monitored every year around my home's foundation. Whew! Have you ever had your home inspected for termites??
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858My Creative Journey: Connecting, Creating, & InspiringThrift Diving2023-10-13 | Most people don't ever figure out their life's purpose, but I have. Mine are to create, inspire, and teach. But the heart of my life's purpose begins with connection to other people. For 13 years after buying an outdated home that needed improvements, I've been sharing my DIY projects on Facebook and Instagram, growing my tribe, doing room makeover challenges with followers, and posting tutorials on decorating your home with paint, power tools, and thrift stores.
But while my purpose is to create, and to inspire and teach others, I also consider myself to be a student, learning and be inspired by others. From sharing my followers amazing DIY projects on my Thrift Diving Facebook page, or finding personal groups. Thank you for watching! That helped me to become a better woodworker or knitter.
I don't know of any other communities that allow me to connect so closely with other creative people. The key is to live your life's purpose, but show gratitude for the creativity, inspiration, and lessons that others can teach you.
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Create More Space - Shelves Between Studs - Thrift Diving #homeimprovement #woodworking #diy #homeThrift Diving2023-10-12 | I had some open studs in my utility room and wanted to create shelving for my DIY collection of spray paints and furniture paints! Here's a great way to get more space with open studs and 2x4s.
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Is Your Garage This Messy, Too?! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-11 | My mom challenged me to join her for a 60-day Declutter Challenge, so I picked my garage! Talk about major overwhelm... I didn't know where to start, where to put anything while I cleared all the tools and materials from the workbench... And it didn't help that my husband kept looking over my shoulder to make sure I don't get rid of anything of value. Ugh.... Come take a peak at my messy garage and see how things went on Day #1 of this challenge! Want to join?? Tell me in the comments below what area of your home you'll tackle for the next 60 days!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858From Timber to Treasure: Oktoberfest Artists Share Their Craft!Thrift Diving2023-10-09 | This weekend I attended Oktoberfest at my local Woodcraft store in Rockville, MD! It was sooo much fun, especially leaning into the vendors and finding out more about them, how they got started with woodworking, and what advice they could give to newbies looking to get into woodworking! Join in on the conversation!
00:00 Introduction 00:30 69-year old retired woodworking woman! 05:02 New Festool tools! 08:55 My new Festool gear! 09:12 Scroll saw projects! 10:12 Getting started with the lathe - UFO King 14:17 Beer break! 14:56 Handmade wooden finials ornaments 19:08 Forging metal with White Flint Creations 25:29 Handmade rocking chair 25:47 Exotic handcrafted pens with 3rdGenPen 32:45 Charlie begging for food! :)
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858BEFORE & AFTER Custom Closet Makeover! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-08 | Did you see my custom closet makeover that I did? If not, here's a rewind of one of my favorite projects!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Power Tools and Thankfulness! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-07 | Fall is here! 🍁🍂 Enjoy this stop motion I created to welcome Fall! Share with your friends and family if you enjoy this! ❤️10 MUST HAVE DIY Accessories For Your Toolbox! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-06 | If you're a newbie to DIY or home improvement, it can be hard to figure out what you really need to get started. There are hundreds (even thousands!) of DIY accessories you could buy for your DIY toolbox. But these tools and accessories are my most recommended because I use them often and they help with things like measuring, marking, cutting, assembling, and more! (These links includes affiliate links).
Want to learn how to use power tools online? Join my Power Tools Academy where I will teach you how to safely use power tools, so that you can take your DIY skills to the next level! Join the waitlist here: thriftdiving.com/tools
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858I Painted These Kitchen Cabinets. What Looks Best?? - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-05 | In the last video about what color I should paint my kitchen cabinets (and should I paint them white??), you weighed in on what you thought would look best! I took some of your suggestions and tested several of your suggestions to see what looks best. Now I want to hear from you again! Now that you've seen how some of these colors look next to the gray tile, let me know what you like best! I'm leaning towards the light turquoise Nantucket color! But I'm loving the pink, too!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Watch This Circular Saw CUT Through Thick STEEL! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-04 | A few years ago I had the opportunity to demo some amazing products, one of which was a circular saw blade called the Steel Demon by Diablo. The reps demonstrated what a corded circular saw with a regular blade could do (which it could barely cut through the steel, leaving it scorching hot!). But with the right steel-cutting blade (and even with a cordless circular saw), the saw was able to slice through the steel like butter! Whether you're cutting rebar, steel studs, angle iron, flat bar, channel, or EMT conduit, the right blade is important. Learn all about circular saw blades on my blog: thriftdiving.com/circular-saw-blades
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Clean Your Butt Install This $38 Bidet in 5 Minutes! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-02 | About 6 months ago I decided to buy an inexpensive bidet to install on my toilet. A bidet shoots out a stream of water after you're done doing your "business" to clean your butt so that you have to waste less toilet paper. Plus, it's just cleaner for your bum! I found this $38 bidet on Amazon, which takes less than 5 minutes to install. Here's how you do it!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858Transforming a $35 Thrift Store Mid-Century Modern Table - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-10-01 | I can't believe I found a mid-century modern table from the ReStore for only $35! In this video, I'll show you the entire furniture restoration process, from cleaning and stripping to staining and finishing.
Learn valuable DIY tips and techniques, from choosing the right products to addressing common furniture issues. Serena's step-by-step approach empowers both beginners and experienced DIY enthusiasts to tackle their own furniture makeovers.
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Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858How to Overseed Your Lawn in the Fall - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-30 | It's not too late to overseed your lawn! In fact, Fall the best time to do it. The cooler temps won't scorch the new grass seeds. So by spring, the new growth will be beautiful! Here's how you can easily overseed your lawn this fall.
Here are the materials you'll need (affiliate links):
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 208585 DIY Projects That Scared Me to Death! - #126Thrift Diving2023-09-29 | 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!
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)5 DIY Projects That Scared Me to Death! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-29 | 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!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858How to Shop Estate Sales (with Matt Ellison) - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-28 | If you love estate sales, or have been thinking about checking out estate sales, you don't want to miss this episode! I interview Matt Ellison from the popular site, EstateSales.net! In this episode, we discuss:
*Three Must-Haves for a Successful Day of Estate Sale Shopping *How to Score the Most Valuable Get at any Estate Sale *Learn How to Avoid Fool’s Gold with EstateSales.NET’s Treasure Tracker Feature
Do you love estate sales? What's something cool that you've found at an estate sale? Leave a comment below to jump into the conversation!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858How to Lay Sod in Your Yard - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-26 | Fall can be the perfect time to lay new sod in your yard! The temps are cooling off, but it's still warm enough for sod to take root. It's a big job for one person, so you'll definitely need help, depending on the size of your yard. It can also be more expensive than simply re-seeding your lawn. But with a help, and a weekend, you can get it done! Here's how I did a section of my yard!
You'll need these materials, which I bought from Home Depot (affiliate links):
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858HELP! - What Color Kitchen Cabinets Would Go With This New Gray Floor? - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-25 | I need your help in deciding what color to paint my kitchen cabinets! Last year I got a new kitchen floor after some water damage and I'm not sure if white would look best, or some other color would go well with the gray floor? I'll be starting on the cabinets next week, so I want you to weigh in on whether white, or another color, would look best! Thank you!! :)
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858So You Want to Buy an Engraver? (xTool P2 Engraver Unboxing!) - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-25 | Sponsored by xTool - My new engraver just arrived! Let's unbox it!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858How to Replace a Damaged Window Screen - #diy #homeimprovement #windows #thriftdivingThrift Diving2023-09-24 | Window screens get damaged because of kids, pets, or accidents! You don't have to live with ugly screens with holes and rips. Here's how you can easily repair them! (TIP: You can use kid- and pet-resistant screening, too, that doesn't rip easily!)
#thriftdiving #homeimprovement #diy #homeHow to Insulate Your Windows This Fall and Winter! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-23 | With fall and winter around the corner, it's time to insulate your windows! Here's how to easily do it with a plastic insulation kit and a blow dryer. Stop throwing money out the window on electricity bills!
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 20858How to Make Halloween DIY Ghost Lights For Your Porch or Patio! - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-22 | Learn how to make these easy DIY ghost lights for your porch or deck for Halloween! For a full list of materials and instructions, visit the blog post:
Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 208587 Things I REGRET About My She Shed - EPISODE #125 - Thrift DivingThrift Diving2023-09-20 | Hey, guys! I decided to do something different by recording video for my weekly podcast so that you can actually see me and some of the things I am referencing while sharing my thoughts about the 7 things I REGET about my "she shed"! I also share some of the things that I am completely happy about with ZERO regrets!
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Serena Appiah P.O. Box 463 Spencerville, MD 208587 Things I Regret After Buying My She Shed - #125Thrift Diving2023-09-18 | 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 (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) !
Click to send me an email (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving (instagram.com/thriftdiving) .
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Where Have I Been? What Have I Been Working On? - #124Thrift Diving2023-09-11 | 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 (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) !
Click to send me an email (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving (instagram.com/thriftdiving) .
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• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)10 Tips for Affordable Bathroom Makeovers! - #123Thrift Diving2023-08-21 | 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 (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) !
Click to send me an email (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving (instagram.com/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! thriftdiving.com/tools
• Twitter (twitter.com/thriftdiving)Remember THIS the Next Time You Procrastinate on a Project - #122Thrift Diving2023-08-14 | We all procrastinate on projects, whether they're DIY projects or other types of projects that we've never tried before. But you don't realize this: if you can work through that angst of starting a new project you've never done before, the next time you tackle that same project, you'll be so much faster, neater, and cleaner! You will learn so much that you will apply the next time you do that same type of project. That is where the learning takes place, and the self-confidence blossoms. Listen in as I explain how I came to realize this important lesson this week as I started working on building my second deck ever! Want to share your thoughts on this episode? Email me serena@thriftdiving.com (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) !
Click to send me an email (mailto:serena@thriftdiving.com) to share your thoughts with me on this episode! Connect with me on Instagram @ThriftDiving (instagram.com/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! thriftdiving.com/tools