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Why We Lose Our Creative Spark (And How to Get It Back!) - #147
dimanche 22 septembre 2024 • Duration 47:57
I have a confession: I haven't been feeling very creative lately. I've been working on projects behind-the-scenes, but I haven't felt that same creative spark and excitement. I've felt stuck and absorbed in other things, particularly family matters. It made me wonder if you've felt this way at times, too? What can we do to reignite our creativity? Listen in as I share personal stories on why I think we temporarily lose our creativity and how we can try to bring it back.
Want to share your thoughts on this episode or have a question? Email me serena@ thriftdiving.com or on Instagram @ThriftDiving.
MENTIONED & RESOURCES
- Console Table I Built with a Friend! (YouTube)
- My Son Left for College (blog post)
- BEFORE & AFTER: Hakimah's Bathroom Makeover (blog post)
- Workbench Makeover (Youtube)
- Wiring the Electricity in My "She Shed" (Video)
RESOURCES
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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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The 46 Top Hand Tools For Your DIY Toolbox! - #146
Season 1 · Episode 146
lundi 5 août 2024 • Duration 54:28
I talk a lot about power tools, but I often don't mention all the hand tools that are most important for your DIY toolbox! Join me and listener, Elizabeth, who is a former shop teacher, as we talk about all the hand tools that you should put on your list to invest in for your workshop!
Want to share your thoughts on this episode or have a question we didn't answer? Email me serena@ thriftdiving.com or on Instagram @ThriftDiving.
MENTIONED & RESOURCES
- BEFOER & AFTER Bathroom Makeover! (YouTube)
- Watch all of Bathroom Week! (YouTube)
- Woodpecker Tools
- Festool Tools (affiliate link)
- Rust-Oleum rust remover
- Back saw
- Nail set
- Tape measure with auto-lock and fractions
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I Was Too Poor to Volunteer...Until Now! - #137
Season 1 · Episode 137
lundi 22 janvier 2024 • Duration 24:29
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!
Read this blog post HERE!
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What Did You Really Achieve This Year? - #47
Season 1 · Episode 47
vendredi 24 décembre 2021 • Duration 39:01
In this episode, we're going to explore all these questions and I'll share with you my own answers and insight for 2021 and beyond! :)
- What was my biggest achievement this year?
- What were my biggest weaknesses?
- What lessons did I learn this year?
- What skills did I learn/acquire?
- What skills would I like to learn next year?
Let's jump into this discussion! Share your own answers with me by sending me an email and telling me what YOU achieved this year!
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
- See how I ran my own electrical wiring in my shed (YouTube)
- I built my own walk-in closet.
- Episode #2: How to Start Finishing, with Charles Gilkey
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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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Smart Thrift Tips to Save Money and Find Deals! - #46
Season 1 · Episode 46
vendredi 17 décembre 2021 • Duration 34:46
I've learned a few things along the way when it comes to finding good deals at thrift stores! There are a few things you can do to make sure you're always saving money and buying quality stuff, and not wasting money on buying things that collect dust or that you don't really need!
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
PROJECT MENTIONS
- My $60 Thrifted Dresser
- My $12 Dining Room Table
- See the sewing desk I lost at the thrift store!
- Hubby's Office Makeover (with thrifted file cabinet deal!)
- My Favorite Stencil for Furniture! (affiliate link)
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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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10 Gift Ideas for the Tool-Lovers in Your Life - #45
Season 1 · Episode 45
samedi 11 décembre 2021 • Duration 37:39
The only thing worth giving and getting, in my opinion, are tools for the holidays! Here are 10 ideas of tools that you can either buy yourself or start dropping heavy hints that you want these things! ;)
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
TOOLS MENTIONED (contains affiliate links)
- RIDGID Job Max
- Milwaukee 4-in-1 interchangeable heads
- Track saws - Makita track saw and Kreg Adaptive cutting saw with track
- Kreg Portable Workbench
- Dremel Cordless Rotary Tool
- RYOBI Inflator/Deflator
- Bosch BLAZE laser leveler
- RYOBI Trim Router
- Leaf vacuum
- Ariat jeans with tons of pockets!
PROJECT MENTIONS
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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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10 Wood Finishing Tips and Lessons Learned! - #44
Season 1 · Episode 44
samedi 4 décembre 2021 • Duration 35:52
Imagine spending a weekend….or even months!….building a project or stripping and sanding a piece of furniture down to the bare wood….only to ruin the piece with the finish. Gah!
You didn’t get the results you were looking for….or maybe it started peeling or cracking….or maybe the color is all wrong and now you can’t figure out how to fix it. Then you end up having to sand or strip it back to bare wood.
It can be tricky to know what to do and how to achieve the look you’re going for. Here are a few important lessons and tips I’ve learned along the way!
Click here to read this podcast in blog post form!
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
MENTIONS (contains affiliate links)
- Homestead TransFast Wood Dyes
- General Finishes High Performance Water-based Top Coat
- Spar Varnish
- Amy Howard Lacquer
- Sanding Sealer
- Briwax Liming Wax
- The New Wood Finishing Book
PROJECT MENTIONS
- How to Build a 60" Custom Master Bathroom Vanity
- How to Build a Walk-in Closet Makeover
- How to Dye Wood and Using Liming Wax
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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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Let's Make Our 2022 Goals Together! - #43
Season 1 · Episode 43
samedi 27 novembre 2021 • Duration 36:40
The new year is right around the corner and now is a great time to think about all the parts of your life that deserve your attention for 2022: Home, Money, Career, Self(Care), Marriage, Family, Health, Passion. In this episode, I'm sharing with you my 2022 goals in all these areas of life, and will hopefully inspire you to start thinking about what you'd like to achieve and focus on for next year! Let's plan our 2022 year together!
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
MENTIONS (contains affiliate links)
- HD Piano
- Robinhood for investing
- Stockpile (for investing)
- Atomic Habits (recommended reading to prepare for 2022 goals!)
PROJECT MENTIONS
- Wheel of Life (blog post)
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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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10 Furniture Painting Mistakes and How to Prevent and Fix Them (PART 2) - #42
Season 1 · Episode 42
samedi 20 novembre 2021 • Duration 35:31
(PART 2 of 2) - Imagine you’re painting wood furniture: an amazing, gorgeous dresser that belonged to your grandmother….and only minutes after painting it a beautiful soft white paint, it starts to turn yellow. Or you’re about to finish painting your oak dining room chairs and realize that you have messy paint drips down the backs (and even worse–they paint has already dried!)
Painting wood furniture results in mistakes like these all the time. It’s happened to the best of us. Your goal is to replicate the the silky “brush-stroke free” surfaces you see splashed on the pages of HGTV magazine. But your painted furniture pieces always have streaks and paint drips; it looks like your 5-year-old grandson painted it. What gives?!
In this podcast (PART 2) I’m going to walk you through the other 5 mistakes from the total 10 common furniture painting mistakes you’re likely to encounter when painting wood furniture (and how to fix and prevent them!). Be sure to listen to PART 1 in Episode #41!
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
MENTIONS (contains affiliate links)
- Polycrylic
- General Finishes High Performance Water-based Top Coat (my favorite!)
- Beyond Paint
- Mineral Fusion paint
- Annie Sloan Chalk Paint
- Black Dog Salvage
- Spray Shelter
PROJECT MENTIONS
- 10 Furniture Painting Mistakes and How to Prevent and Fix Them (Read the blogpost)
- 10 Furniture Painting Mistakes and How to Prevent and Fix Them (Watch the YouTube)
- Vanity Makeover
- 1980's Desk
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10 Furniture Painting Mistakes and How to Prevent and Fix Them (PART 1) - #41
Season 1 · Episode 41
samedi 13 novembre 2021 • Duration 43:21
(PART 1 of 2) - Imagine you’re painting wood furniture: an amazing, gorgeous dresser that belonged to your grandmother….and only minutes after painting it a beautiful soft white paint, it starts to turn yellow. Or you’re about to finish painting your oak dining room chairs and realize that you have messy paint drips down the backs (and even worse–they paint has already dried!)
Painting wood furniture results in mistakes like these all the time. It’s happened to the best of us. Your goal is to replicate the the silky “brush-stroke free” surfaces you see splashed on the pages of HGTV magazine. But your painted furniture pieces always have streaks and paint drips; it looks like your 5-year-old grandson painted it. What gives?!
Well, in this podcast (PART 1) I’m going to walk you through 5 of the 10 mistakes you’re likely to encounter when painting wood furniture (and how to fix and prevent them!). In the next podcast, we'll cover the remaining 6-10 common mistakes and how to fix and prevent them!
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
MENTIONS
- The Story of Thrift Diving - Episode #1
- Read of blog post: 10 Furniture Painting Mistakes and How to Prevent and Fix Them
- Join my Challengers Facebook group to join the 90 Days to Neat Challenge!
- Join the waitlist! - Power Tools 101 Course
- My favorite brands of furniture paint
- How to Strip Furniture
PROJECT MENTIONS
- BEFORE & AFTER: Office Makeover
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