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Thrift Diving
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Hey there!
My mission here at Thrift Diving is to inspire people to save money and to create, then giving them the tools and tips to actually DO IT.
Whether I'm transforming old furniture into pretty pieces for the house to save money decorating, or using power tools to upcycle or build something from scratch, it's all about making home affordable while flexing our creative muscle.
If you're a viewer and would like to connect with me, I invite you to subscribe to receive weekly email projects in your inbox, plus get 5 free ebooks, printables, and checklists: thriftdiving.com/subscribe.
Are you a brand and want to work with me? Email me at: serena@thriftdiving.com.
Thanks for stopping by my channel!
Serena Appiah
(rhymes with IKEA! lol)
My mission here at Thrift Diving is to inspire people to save money and to create, then giving them the tools and tips to actually DO IT.
Whether I'm transforming old furniture into pretty pieces for the house to save money decorating, or using power tools to upcycle or build something from scratch, it's all about making home affordable while flexing our creative muscle.
If you're a viewer and would like to connect with me, I invite you to subscribe to receive weekly email projects in your inbox, plus get 5 free ebooks, printables, and checklists: thriftdiving.com/subscribe.
Are you a brand and want to work with me? Email me at: serena@thriftdiving.com.
Thanks for stopping by my channel!
Serena Appiah
(rhymes with IKEA! lol)
I'm Finally Making Over My "She Shed" Workbench! (Video 3 or 3) - Thrift Diving
#ad - My workbench is done! (Psst! Go back and watch Video 1 and 2). This is the final video where I’m teaming up with @haierappliances to make over my workbench and add a sleek beverage center to my “she shed”!
Where I left off: I had cut a 4’x 8’ sheet of plywood in two, stained and topcoat it. Next up: sewing a cute workbench skirt to store and hide my tools and materials UNDER the workbench.
I had a mishap with sewing the skirt and had to completely start over! The ultimate DIY fail. But the beauty of making mistakes is coming up with an even better solution. :)
See how I turned this cluttered workbench space into a cozy, bright, airy space, with a faux “built-in” beverage center under ...
Where I left off: I had cut a 4’x 8’ sheet of plywood in two, stained and topcoat it. Next up: sewing a cute workbench skirt to store and hide my tools and materials UNDER the workbench.
I had a mishap with sewing the skirt and had to completely start over! The ultimate DIY fail. But the beauty of making mistakes is coming up with an even better solution. :)
See how I turned this cluttered workbench space into a cozy, bright, airy space, with a faux “built-in” beverage center under ...
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I'm Finally Making Over My "She Shed" Workbench! (Video 2 of 3)
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Remember how I told you recently that I'm making over and organizing the workbench in my "she shed"? I just completed the next phase: cutting, sanding, and staining the birch plywood workbench tops, and installing the @HaierAmerica beverage center! It fits perfectly under the workbench! Now I've got a place to store drinks while I'm working! "She sheds" aren't just for storage they're offices, ...
I'm Finally Organizing My She Shed! (Video 1 of 3)
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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 t...
How to Make Large Colorful Artwork on a Cricut - Thrift Diving
Просмотров 3 тыс.3 месяца назад
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! Visit Cricut to learn more about the Explore 3: cricut.com/en-us/cutting-machines/cricut-explore/cricut-explore-3/cricut-explore-3/2008337.html MATERIALS LIST: -Cricut Explore 3...
7 Home Maintenance Tasks You MUST Do This Spring! - Thrift Diving
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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 t...
What It's Really Like for a "Newbie" to Do Their First Room Makeover - #140
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.4 месяца назад
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 don...
Finishing the Interior of a "She Shed" Workshop! (w/Guest Diane Dains) - #139
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.4 месяца назад
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 wiri...
This Bathroom Makeover Brought Me Closer to My Best Friend - #138
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.5 месяцев назад
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 s...
I Was Too Poor to Volunteer...Until Now! - #137
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.5 месяцев назад
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...
Shower & Tub Refinishing Almost 7 YEARS Later: Did It Last???
Просмотров 5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
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 s...
Let's Set Our 2024 Goals! - #136
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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 (...
I'm Doing the 75 Hard MENTAL TOUGHNESS Challenge! - #135
Просмотров 5526 месяцев назад
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-fi...
I'm Making Over THIS Outdated Bathroom in a Friend's House! - #134
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.6 месяцев назад
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 ...
'Twas the Night Before Thrifting! - #133
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‘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 ou...
What Kind of Paint Sprayer Should You Buy for DIY Projects? - #132
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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 (seren...
Painting Kitchen Cabinets White: Step-by-Step Tutorial! - Thrift Diving
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Painting Kitchen Cabinets White: Step-by-Step Tutorial! - Thrift Diving
"I'm Never Renting My Home Again!!" - #130
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"I'm Never Renting My Home Again!!" - #130
20 Surprising Things I Learned in Carpentry Class! - #129
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20 Surprising Things I Learned in Carpentry Class! - #129
Do You HAVE to Sand or Prime Furniture Before Painting?? - #128
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Do You HAVE to Sand or Prime Furniture Before Painting?? - #128
I'm Decluttering My Garage! (DAY 9) - Thrift Diving
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I'm Decluttering My Garage! (DAY 9) - Thrift Diving
Floating Deck DIY: How to Apply a Clear Coat for Long-lasting Beauty - Thrift Diving
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Floating Deck DIY: How to Apply a Clear Coat for Long-lasting Beauty - Thrift Diving
The "60 Minutes Per Day" Declutter Trick! - #127
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The "60 Minutes Per Day" Declutter Trick! - #127
My House Was Treated for Termites! - Thrift Diving
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My House Was Treated for Termites! - Thrift Diving
Is Your Garage This Messy, Too?! - Thrift Diving
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Is Your Garage This Messy, Too?! - Thrift Diving
From Timber to Treasure: Oktoberfest Artists Share Their Craft!
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From Timber to Treasure: Oktoberfest Artists Share Their Craft!
BEFORE & AFTER Custom Closet Makeover! - Thrift Diving
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BEFORE & AFTER Custom Closet Makeover! - Thrift Diving
Power Tools and Thankfulness! - Thrift Diving
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Power Tools and Thankfulness! - Thrift Diving
10 "MUST HAVE" DIY Accessories For Your Toolbox! - Thrift Diving
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10 "MUST HAVE" DIY Accessories For Your Toolbox! - Thrift Diving
I Painted These Kitchen Cabinets. What Looks Best?? - Thrift Diving
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I Painted These Kitchen Cabinets. What Looks Best?? - Thrift Diving
Beautiful job and great tips. Thank you.
Gorgeous.
Great job!
That's why we have codes. The next person who buys the house, these cut corners become their problem.
I love watching your videos I am starting on my she shed
It's cheaper if you buy 5 gal buckets.
Thia beautifully designed. I do appreciate your ideas and talent. 💕💕
Please refinish my grandmas tub / shower! She needs help
Lol love your work
Oooo that looks scary! Never knew so much went into making a chair! No wonder new ones are so expensive! Will be watching to see how you fix it up
I don't love the pink or floral wallpaper, but i love that you did it! I've always been a huge proponent of personalizing furniture and decor in ways that suite your style. Its your house, fill it with things you love! The methods in this DIY are still quite useful for anyone trying to personalize their own piece of furniture.
Can you keep these planters outside the porch?Can they withstand sun and rain?
Nice job! 😎
In South Africa toilet pipe is behind the toilet through the wall.
What did you use in the power washer to clean your rug?
Excellent video.
Absolutely GORGEOUS. You are so creative and make everything so custom. 2nd fabric choice huge improvement over the first.
Thank you!! It was hilarious how a friend of mine laughed on my face when I showed them a picture of the first fabric! 🤣 They said, "I've never seen a project of yours that I didn't like......until now." Lol!
I'm doing the exact same thing. Thanks for the video👍🏼
Love this what a great job you did!
I'm so glad you like it!! So much more hidden space to store things out of the way.
Calm down! It’s just a bug! They’re not going to kill you.
Your she shed gets better and better. I love the new curtain and the clever way you've created the hidden curtain rail. That pop of pink against the black works nicely with your window coverings, withouut overwhelming them. I'm smiling at your teens popping in for a beverage. Aren't you a clever mom? I don't know if your community has home tours, but if they do, touring your space and all the changes would be amazing.
I love the new curtains, very chic. On the right side of the window, are those hanging planters holding yarn?
U ROCK SERENA!! ❤ IT
You saved it! It looks so good. I like the beverage center out there. Helps them get extra steps in. Lol.
And now I feel like I have to keep stocking it with the low-sugar sodas JUST to get them to come out to say "hi"! lol Thank you!
Yeeees....I love this new cover-up. Everything is so neat...I could hibernate there😂😂. Thanks for sharing
That's what it feels like: hibernating....hiding out....running away....! As much as I want this to be my workshop, I spent a lot of time in here at my desk, too. I didn't (and don't) want it to feel like it's just a dirty place to work with tools. It has to be a retreat-like space! :)
Looks great!
Very nice!!!
well done
It looks AWESOME!!! 🥰I can't believe how big your boys are ..... God Bless you and your family... 🙏🏼❤
I love it, and am so envious. I have a shed on my property that I want to transform into a “she shed,” so you’ve been such an inspiration for me. Thanks for the wonderful ideas!!!
Brilliant.❤
Looks so pretty and nicely organized!
Uhhhhhh, awesome! I love it! The colors are gorgeous! I like how you placed the little curtain over the fridge. 👍
Thank you so much, Maria! I didn't even realize I needed to add that until I was nearly finished and was like, "Hmm...can't leave that open like that." I love how ideas comes once a project is underway! :)
@ThriftDiving That is "A productive mind!" 🤩
What a great job you did, love it.
It's always a pleasure watching you. So educational ❤
Pretty .... very She Shed! .....
Very cute! And I love the idea of the curtain tracks and strip lighting underneath. So did you (or would you) repurpose the first set of curtains? Just asking and I would love to see 😊. If not, that's your choice. I'm not going to complain or nag you about it. I know how that gets...lol
Gorgeous! 😊
Love it
Beautiful upgrade. I LOVE the hot pink trim on the black and white polka dot curtains. Beverages is a brilliant lure for "visitors" to stop in to chat, so smart! 2:32 I also prefer to hide supplies. I mostly use baskets and inside cabinets. The curtains are perfect. They are not as expensive as cabinets and much better looking than wire racks or shelving. This is my first time watching one of your videos and may I say, I am totally shocked and awed that you know to use biscuit joiners so your front edge wood doesn't come apart. I'm so impressed. The entire room looks fresh and organized and ready for your next project. Im looking forward to finding out what it is.
Looks fantastic! Makes me want one. Just gotta get a house first ...🥴
Something to add to your Wish List! :) Good luck getting a house. These interest rates are insane!
FABULOUS!!❤
Thank you so much! I still want to do a few things to the workbench, like try to add and disguise my JET air filtration system. It's big and bulky and needs to be up high, but I don't want to mount it to the ceiling. So I'm thinking of building a shelf for it on the workbench.
Hello lovely,,, Hope ya well Serena what a great job have a nice weekend phil. Uk ❤💐
Phil!!! My favorite UK'er! :) How have you been!
@@ThriftDiving IAM flattered 😂. IAM ok thanks dear busy composing xx
i love that they go in there for drinks and a chat! great project. thank you for sharing!
The "chat" usually goes, "Can I get a Celcius?" My response: "No, they're not FOR you. You're too young for all that caffeine." HA! I have to hide the key from them. They'll come in and just raid the drinks!
Gorgeous!!! love the curtains
Thank you! I tell you--the colorful ones threw me into a tailspin. I was like, "HOW am I going to fix this??" And I just happened to find the better fabric with polka dots at Walmart! It didn't cost very much, thankfully!
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enjoy
Great idea. I will definitely use some of the ideas. The cabinets look really great
Wow looks like a nice little house
Whats a good brand for the window screen roll?