My home was looking very tired and worn out! If you've been wanting to update a few things on your home's exterior, here are 5+ things you can easily do in a weekend! To read the blog post that goes with this podcast, and to see the DIY stenciled projects mentioned in the podcast, read the blog post HERE.

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• Wagner Flexio 3000 HVLP Paint Sprayer
• New lights I used on my exterior
• 30-Second Outdoor Cleaner
• Blue Bear Cleaner and Degreaser
• Bondo Rotted Wood Restorer
• Bondo Wood Filler

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• How to Build and Install a New Mailbox Post
• How to Paint Your Mailbox

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I absolutely love using stencils! They bring charm to boring pieces of painted furniture, walls, and more. But where can you find larger, chic stencils and what are some tips for using and cleaning them? To read the blog post that goes with this podcast, and to see the DIY stenciled projects mentioned in the podcast, read the blog post HERE.

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• Royal Design Studio
• Cutting Edge Stencils
• Floral Damask Stencil (my favorite stencil!)
• Mansion House Grille Stencil (same stencil used in my powder room)
• Cricut machine - for making custom stencils and more
• Stencils sheets to make your own stencils
• Stencil cutter

Stenciled Projects to Check Out

• BEFORE & AFTER: Colorful Powder Room Bathroom with Stenciled Walls
• Laundry Room Stenciled Table
• BEFORE & AFTER: Stenciled Jewelry Box
• Painted Vanity with Stencil
• Stenciled Exterior Door
• Kids Nautical Play Sink with Stenciled Doors

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It used to be that the only options we had for stripping wood furniture and re-staining it was to use toxic products. But over the past several years, finally some companies have started listening to what we want: safe, eco-friendly products that can be used indoors, clean up easily with soap and water, and won't hurt us. Let's talk about how to strip wood furniture using some of my favorite eco-friendly paint strippers and water-based wood stains!

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• Blue Bear Soy Gel Paint & Urethane Stripper
• Blue Bear Emerge Cleaner & Degreaser
• ECOS Paint - Water-based stain - Spiced Pecan
• ECOS Paint - Water-based stain - British Chestnut
• ECOS Wood Conditioner
• ECOS Interior Satin Clear Varnish
• CreativeBug Online Furniture Painting Courses for the Home
• Fiddes & Sons Furniture Wax
• General Finishes High Performance Top Coat
• Diablo Sanding Discs

Tools Mentioned

• RYOBI Orbital Sander at Home Depot
• RYOBI Multi-Tool with triangular sanding pads at Home Depot

Blog Posts and Projects Mentioned

• BEFORE & AFTER: Drafting Table Makeover
• $12 Dining Room Table Makeover

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A lot has happened over these past 20 podcast episodes! But what happened after each episode? Did I take action on the information I learned? How about you? Let's talk about what actions I took after each episode and what the updates are! Want to share your own lessons learned and actions? Just email me: [email protected]. Remember to follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!

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• The McGuire Group LLC for online auctions in the Maryland, DC, VA area
• Makita Plunge Saw with Track
• Festool Track Saw
• Rust-Oleum Chalked chalk paint 
• Thrift Diving Tees (these are the ones I like!)

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I finally finished my custom walk-in closet makeover! My goodness, it took a long time, but I learned some things along the way that made a huge difference in how my project turned out and how much time it took. If you're getting into woodworking, here are some helpful tips that I learned or thought were most important in this DIY closet journey. Do you have a favorite woodworking tips? Email it to me: [email protected]. Remember to follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!

Projects Mentioned

• I Built My Own Custom Walk-in Closet! (YouTube) - PART 2
• Building My Own Closet (YouTube) - PART 1
• How to Remove Wallpaper and Repair the Drywall (YouTube)

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• Pony Jorgensen clamps
• Framing square
• Right angle clamps
• Edge banding
• Edge banding trimmer
• Wood conditioner by ECOS Paints (eco-friendly)
• General Finishes High Performance Top Coat Satin 
• Ariat clothing - Save 10% off your first order 
• My favorite Ariat composite toe boots and favorites
• My favorite tape measure
• Festool Domino

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Most people know that bloggers, YouTubers, Instagrammers, and content creators make  money, but how?? In this podcast, let's talk about the 9 ways that creators use that platforms to earn a living! Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!

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• Adsense
• Amazon Affiliate Program
• Impact Radius
• Gen.Video
• ShareaSale
• CJ
• HBO John Oliver Episode: How Sponsors are Advertising on Your Local News
• Ariat Clothing (see my favorites!)
• Arrow Fastener
• Etsy
• Order a Thrift Diving t-shirt
• Patreon

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• The Home Depot Kids Workshops (Watch our videos!)
• Watch a product video I did for a Home Depot's product page (listed along the left side of the product). 
• I Got Fired From My Job
• How to Make a DIY Wooden Notebook

Podcast Episodes Mentioned

• The Story of Thrift Diving - #1
• 5 Surprising Things You Didn't Know About Home Insurance - #6

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Have you ever felt like you're not as creative as your favorite DIY blogger or YouTuber? Do you struggle to come up with ideas for how to upcycle or repurpose your thrift store finds? Here are 10 questions that you can ask that will cause you to come up with tons of ideas! Download the free repurposing worksheet to keep track of all the new ideas you'll come up with after listening to this episode!

Download the FREE Repurposing Worksheet

• How to Repurpose ANYTHING! (Blog Post with pictures)

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• Kreg Jig
• Jigsaw 
• Nailer

Projects and Blog Posts Mentioned

• How to Upcycle Ceiling Fan Lights
• BEFORE & AFTER: Turn a Changing Table Into a Desk
• BEFORE & AFTER: Repurposed Toddler Bed Into a Garden Bench!
• How to Use a Jigsaw
• How to Paint Your First Piece of Furniture!

Podcast Episodes Mentioned

• How to Paint and Reupholster Furniture - #11
• 5 Power Tools You MUST Buy as a Newbie - #12

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Have you ever wanted to try a DIY project that you've never attempted before? Whether it's building a closet organizer or painting a piece of furniture, starting a new project can be absolutely intimidating! Not to mention frustrating when things don't go as planned or as quickly as you had hoped. In this episode, let's chat about 10 tips that will help you overcome the fear of getting started, deal with the frustrations, and learn to appreciate each and every mistake you'll likely make! 

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• SketchUp 
• Linkedin Learning
• Festool Domino joiner
• Kreg Pocket Hole Jig

Podcasts and Projects Episodes Mentioned

• How to Start Finishing Projects - #2
• How to Remove Wallpaper - Part 1 of Closet Makeover (YouTube)
• DIY Closet Organizer - Part 2 of Closet Makeover (YouTube)
• How to Build a Bathroom Vanity From Scratch

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It's thrift store, yard sale, and garage sale season! Here are 7 lessons I have learned at the thrift store--things you should keep in mind as the resume some of our favorite thrift diving activities while on the hunt for goodies this summer!  What are your favorite lessons learned when buying used and vintage? Let's chat about it!

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Podcast Episodes Mentioned

• Thrift Store Tips! w/ Jamala Wallace - #7
• Termites, Bedbugs, and Carpet Beetles! - #9

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Did you know that bleach doesn't kill mold? Did you also know that each home as 5-10 locations where mold can grow? Mold could be threatening the indoor air quality in your home and could be making you sick, even if you had water intrusion or a flood years ago. Learn about common "mold myths" and how to protect yourself and your family.

In this episode, I deep dive into the topic of mold with author Michael Rubino who wrote The Mold Medic: An Expert's Guide on Mold Removal (and is President of All American Restoration). 

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• The Mold Medic: An Expert's Guide on Mold Removal (AMAZON)
• National Air Duct Cleaning Association (NADCA) - Find an HVAC company
• Healthway Super V 
• Basement Mold Clean Up - (VIDEO) - Thrift Diving YouTube

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• 5 Surprising Things About Insurance - #6
• Termites, Bedbugs, and Carpet Beetles! - #9

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