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- Where Have I Been? What Have I Been Working On? - #124
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 [email protected]!
PROJECTS MENTIONED- How to Refinish Your Shower with Paint
- Half Bathroom Makeover with Stencils!
- 5 Budget Friendly Bathroom Makeover Tips
- Create Your Own Floral Wall Art
- Make a DIY Shower Curtain
PAGEANT VIDEO CIPS
- See 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. LOL
- Watch 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).
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45 min - 10 Tips for Affordable Bathroom Makeovers! - #123
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 [email protected]!
PROJECTS MENTIONED- How to Refinish Your Shower with Paint
- Half Bathroom Makeover with Stencils!
- 5 Budget Friendly Bathroom Makeover Tips
- Create Your Own Floral Wall Art
- Make a DIY Shower Curtain
RESOURCES
- Bathworks Tub Refinishing Kit
- Pretty stencils for bathroom walls!
- Make your own DIY chalk paint with this powder.
- What's the best paint for furniture?
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39 min - Remember THIS the Next Time You Procrastinate on a Project - #122
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 [email protected]!
EPISODES MENTIONED- The Real Meaning of "Home" (My Ghana, Africa Trip) - #121
- I'm Building a Deck - Lessons Learned So Far - #117
RESOURCES
- Linkedin Learning
- SketchUp
- Tuff Blocks foundation system
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29 min - The Real Meaning of "Home" - #121
My family and I just returned from Ghana, Africa after a 3-week vacation to visit family. I left America with a mindset of showing my kids how much "better" their home in America was; I wanted them to see others "struggling" and how much "privilege" they had living in America. But I got it all wrong. "Home" is so much more than just how it looks. The lesson I learned was much more poignant. Read the blog post HERE.
EPISODES MENTIONED- I've Got Pre-Diabetes - #115
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56 min - 5 Hidden Truths I Learned About the Home Depot - #120
As much time as I have spent at The Home Depot (and Lowe's, for that matter), I have learned a few things along the way. In this episode, I'm sharing with you some of the things I discovered along the way!
Got a DIY question? Email me with your question and get it featured on The Thrift Diving Podcast!
BLOG POST- 5 Truths Learned at The HomeDepot
MENTIONED- How to Install Garage Door Screens
RESOURCE- Watch this awesome video on other Home Depot money-saving tips!
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42 min - How to Easily Hide Scratches in Wood Furniture - #119
Not every piece of furniture needs to be completely stripped and stained, or painted. Sometimes, it's only superficial scratches that need to be removed or disguised. In this episode, I'll walk you through how to easily properly restore the furniture to hide the scratches.
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MENTIONED- BLOG POST: How to Remove Scratches from Wood Furniture
- Mid-Century Modern Dresser Makeover
RESOURCES- Wood Repair Markers
- Lemon Oil
- Cabinet & Furniture Restorer Kit
- Roll o' Rags Lint-free
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30 min - How to Manage Your Weeds and Garden with These Helpful Tips w/Stephen Dubik! - #118
I sat down to chat with master gardener Stephen Dubik to talk about how to tackle pesky weeds, invasive plants, and successful fruit and vegetable gardening!
Stephen Dubik is a Professor and the Program Coordinator of the Environmental Horticulture and Sustainable Agribusiness Program (HORT) at Montgomery College since 1988.Mr. Dubik also works part-time for the University of Maryland Extension where he serves as the Coordinator for the Montgomery County Master GardenerProgram. Manages over 400 active volunteers who provide professional assistance in the area of environmental/ornamental through a telephone hotline, plant clinics, demonstration gardens and a speakers group.
Resources:
- Home and Garden Information Center
- Montgomery County Pesticide Law
- Montgomery County Master Gardeners MD on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram , and YouTube
Products Mentioned:
- Safer Play Pre-emergent for weeds: - https://greenearthagandturf.com/products/branch-creek-10-0-2-pre-emergent-weed-killer
- 45% Vinegar (horticultural vinegar) - https://amzn.to/3CCrLY6
- Avenger Weed Killer (non-toxic) - https://amzn.to/3qHZBIu
- Fabric bags for gardening - https://amzn.to/3pbxcu1
- Learn about cover crops - https://www.sare.org/resources/cover-crops/
- Row Cover: - https://amzn.to/3NyFgyq
- Preen Pre-Emergent Week Preventer for Vegetable Garden - https://amzn.to/3NCGnxd
- Create your own leaf mold - https://thriftdiving.com/recycle-leaves-mulch/
- Raised Garden Beds Plant Based Wood Sealant - https://amzn.to/443osF6
- Gardening Resource - https://www.gardensalive.com/
- Soil testing kit - https://amzn.to/3CCQ3RK
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58 min - I'm Building a Deck! - Lessons Learned So Far - #117
This month I have been working on building a floating deck for my "she shed" using a foundation system called Tuff Block. I've been feeling some fears and challenges, along with important lessons learned.
Episodes Mentioned:- 7 Reasons You're Struggling to Get Started on Your DIY Projects - #109
- How to Start Finishing Projects w/Guest Charles Gilkey - #2
Resources
- Tuff Block
- Similar deck blocking available at Home Depot
- LinkedIn Learning
- SketchUp
- Trex decking
- Azek decking
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41 min - I'm Struggling to Finish This DIY Project (And Here's Why) - #116
It's not easy to get started on a new DIY project. I've been struggling to finish a recent DIY project that I started. I share with you why it's been difficult to start (and to finish!) this project, and how I am planning to move forward!
Episodes Mentioned:- 7 Reasons You're Struggling to Get Started on Your DIY Projects - #109
- How to Start Finishing Projects w/Guest Charles Gilkey - #2
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43 min - I've Got Pre-Diabetes (And Here's What I'm Doing About It!) - #115
You don't have to be overweight to have the metabolic disorder known as "pre-diabetes." The truth is that, because of my genetics, my body doesn't process carbs very well, which over time, can lead to sickness and diabetes. I've decided to take my health into my own hands and wear a continuous glucose monitor. And what I tested and found out during this week of wearing one was shocking!
When you're not taking care of your health, you're risking health conditions that will affect your ability to live a happy life. Health problems can prevent you from enjoying your hobbies, leaving you unable to do the amazing DIY projects that you want to do. Without your mental, physical (and fiscal) health, you're not able to enjoy the creative side of life.
In this episode, I'll share what I'm doing to make sure I can reverse pre-diabetes and prevent full-blown diabetes, so that I can live my best live for years to come! Do you have pre-diabetes, too? How are you helping yourself?
Mentioned- ZOE program
- The Glucose Revolution book on Amazon
- Is Reheated Pasta Really Healthier?
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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/tools
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