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10 Lessons for Taking Creative Classes Online! - Episode #154
Season 1 · Episode 154
mardi 18 novembre 2025 • Duration 34:18
In a recent blog post and podcast episode, I confessed that I had been experiencing creative burnout, but I think I was just...bored. I needed to learn something new, challenge myself, and add new skills to my "DIY toolbox." I realized that I have actually learned a lot by taking creative online classes. So in this episode, I'm sharing my top 10 lessons and tips on how to take creative online courses (so that you actually learn something!). Have a listen!
Got a question? Send me an email.
READ THIS ON THE BLOG:
CREATIVE RESOURCES:
REFERENCED
- Building a Custom Closet - Blog Post
- Jigsaw - Home Depot
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STOP Creating Only When You "Feel" Like It - #153
Season 1 · Episode 153
lundi 10 novembre 2025 • Duration 38:23
This episode is a heart-to-heart about creative burnout and showing up for your creativity even on the days when you’d rather do anything else. I’m sharing the epiphany I had while making my bed (yes… really), what Michael Jordan and Stephen King taught me about discipline, and why I’m done letting my mood decide whether I create. If you’re rebuilding your spark, feeling stuck, or searching for permission to start again — listen in.
Got a question? Send me an email.
READ THIS ON THE BLOG:
- STOP Creating Only When You "Feel" Like It - Blog post
CREATIVE RESOURCES:
REFERENCED
- Excited reel I posted about my upcoming project - YouTube short
- xTool Reel on making wooden earrings - YouTube short
- Stephen King Interview
- Michael Jordon reference
- Stephen King Book - 11/22/63 (Amazon)
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How to Get Almost ANYTHING Done in 5 Minutes - #144
Season 1 · Episode 144
lundi 20 mai 2024 • Duration 23:26
It's hard to believe, but you can get almost anything done if you focus on it for 5 minutes at a time. I've been using this strategy this week to knock out some of my most stressful "MUST DOs" that I have been ignoring. But I'm finding that by setting a time for 5 minutes at a time, and "habit stacking" the chore with something that I am already doing, I've been able to make a ton of progress--all in 5 minutes increments! Listen to see how you can use this strategy to knock out your "To Do" list! Want to share your thoughts on this episode? Email me serena@ thriftdiving.com or on Instagram @ThriftDiving.
MENTIONED
RESOURCES (contains affiliate links)
- Habit Stacking - (Amazon)
- Atomic Habits - (Amazon)
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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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Do These 12 Things to Safely Use ANY Power Tools! - #54
Season 1 · Episode 54
vendredi 18 février 2022 • Duration 52:08
When asked what their biggest challenge is when it comes to using power tools, most people will answer using terms like "fear" and "scared." While it's true that each tools have their own nuances to how to use them, there are some common safety tips that are true for ANY tool you'll ever pick up. In Episode #54, we're going to go through each of the 12 tips for how to safely use any power tool, which will help you feel more confident that you won't lose an eye, finger, or limb!
Read the blog post: https://thriftdiving.com/power-tool-safety/
Send me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.
Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!
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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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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It's Time to Let Go of Perfection - #53
Season 1 · Episode 53
samedi 12 février 2022 • Duration 38:02
If you're always feeling like you have to do something with perfection, whether it's a DIY project, losing weight, working out, etc., then this episode is for you. This week I realized an important lesson about what matters most when it comes to being successful in life (psst!....it's not at all about perfection!).
Have you been struggling with letting go of perfection? Share your thoughts about this episode by sending me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.
Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!
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
PROJECTS MENTIONED:
- Facebook Reel: See how difficult it is to install insulation yourself in the ceiling.
- Facebook Reel: Watch how I am adding insulation in the ceiling!
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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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How to Properly Prep Furniture Before Painting - #52
Season 1 · Episode 52
samedi 5 février 2022 • Duration 38:58
Painting furniture isn't tough once you've got a little experience under your belt. But if you're a newbie, getting started can be overwhelming because you're not sure how to prep your furniture for painting! In this podcast (and blog post), I'm digging into how I typically prep my furniture pieces for painting. After listening to this episode and reading the blog post, you'll be more comfortable tackling the prep work for painting furniture!
READ THE BLOG POST: https://thriftdiving.com/prep-furniture-before-painting/
Share your thoughts about this episode by sending me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.
Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!
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
PRODUCTS MENTIONED - Find the products in the blog post!
PROJECTS MENTIONED:
- BEFORE & AFTER: Closet Organizer I Built From Scratch
- Facebook Reel: See how I added 2" soffit vents to my she-shed!
- Facebook Reel: Watch how I am adding insulation in the ceiling!
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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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I Felt Completely Lost This Week - #51
samedi 29 janvier 2022 • Duration 44:19
This week was a terrible week for DIY: I hit a snag in a project and literally felt helpless as to how to move forward. It was a very lonely feeling that made me feel lost, frustrated, and anxious. It made me wonder if YOU have ever felt like this, too? Hear about what happen and what I think the solution is to this problem.
Share your thoughts about this episode by sending me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.
Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!
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
PROJECTS MENTIONED:
- Watch this week's video about these ventilation issues: https://youtu.be/1RI1Pgn8Xzk
- How to Fix Big Holes in Your Drywall
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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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Why Is It So Hard to Get Straight Cuts Using the Jigsaw and Circular Saw? - #50
Season 1 · Episode 50
samedi 22 janvier 2022 • Duration 50:27
When working with power tools and wood, the number one most important thing is to get a straight cut. (Of course, the next most important thing is that your cut is actually cut to the proper length!). Without a straight cut, you're spending more time, more money replacing materials you screwed up, and overall, simply getting frustrated that it's not working out well for you. That is not going to inspire you to keep going in your woodworking journey!
You might be someone with a little experience with power tools, such as a jigsaw and a circular saw, or you might be a complete newbie. I think this post will have some solutions for both of you, regardless of your level of experience.
READ THE BLOG POST: https://thriftdiving.com/straight-cut-jigsaw-circular-saw/
Share your thoughts about this episode by sending me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.
Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!
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
Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribe
Subscribe to my YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/user/thriftdiving
Let’s Connect!
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
Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribe
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I've Been Using Toxic Paint Stripper For Years! - #49
Season 1 · Episode 49
vendredi 14 janvier 2022 • Duration 43:59
Have you ever used toxic paint stripper or learned the truth about a product that wasn't quite what you thought? Listen to hear how I discovered that my favorite paint stripper gel is actually quite toxic (and I had no idea!)
Share your thoughts about this episode by sending me an email or send the email to serena@thriftdiving.com.
Follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!
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
PROJECTS & EPISODES MENTIONED
- Read the blog post that goes with this podcast episode for all the links discussed.
- How Bloggers Make Money - Episode #19
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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
Subscribe to my email list for 5 ebooks, printable, and checklists: https://thriftdiving.com/subscribe
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I'm Being Trolled by Electricians on Facebook! - #48
Season 1 · Episode 48
vendredi 7 janvier 2022 • Duration 42:25
Recently I shared some details on Facebook Reels about my electrical wiring project in my "she shed," only to be trolled by electricians and wanna-be electricians telling me that I did it all wrong, violated code, and am going to burn my shed down. Here how it went down and what I learned from this experience.
Have you ever been trolled or bullied online? Share your own story with me by sending me an email.
Got a question or feedback? Email me: serena@thriftdiving.com. Remember to follow me on Instagram @ThriftDiving to stay connected!
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
PROJECTS & EPISODES MENTIONED
- PART 1 - See how I ran my own electrical wiring in my shed - (YouTube)
- PART 2 - See how I ran my own electrical wiring in my shed - (YouTube)
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Let’s Connect!
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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