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🎄 VLOGMAS 2025 is here!

I’ve been decorating, DIY-ing, cooking, refreshing spaces, and sharing the cozy side of life every day this month — and I hope you’re enjoying the series so far!

I’m also planning a Q&A video for Vlogmas, so I’d love to include YOUR questions.

Ask me anything about:
✨ DIY projects
✨ Balancing work & content creation
✨ Home decor
✨ Life updates
✨ Future plans
✨ Or anything you’re curious about!

Drop your questions below and they might be featured in the video! 👇

Thank you for watching and supporting Vlogmas this year. ❤️🎄

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 5

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🎉 We Outside Ep. 10 Update! 🎉

Hey y’all! I had to repost the surprise birthday party video after catching something I needed to fix in the original edit. The corrected version is now live!

To everyone who watched, liked, and left such kind comments on the original upload — thank you so much. Your support truly means the world to me, especially on these personal and fun moments I get to share with you 💛
If you missed the updated version, it’s back up now and ready to go 🎥✨

👉 See y'all Saturday!

#WeOutside2025 #ThisDIYLife #ThankYou

3 months ago | [YT] | 1

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☀️🏡 It’s the First Day of Summer… and We Outside! 🛠️🌿

I’m kicking off a brand-new DIY series called:
This DIY Life: We Outside 2025! 🎉

This series will follow all the exterior projects around our home—starting this summer and continuing all year long. From patio makeovers and garden builds to curb appeal upgrades and creative outdoor fixes, it’s all about taking the DIY spirit outside.

🔨 The first episode just dropped!
I filmed it back in March before any work began—it’s a full walkaround tour where I share my ideas, plans, and some fun AI-generated inspo for different spaces.

🎥 Watch Episode 1 here ➡️ [https://youtu.be/w3BbOdwX7L0]
💬 Comment below and let me know: What’s one outdoor project you’re hoping to tackle this year?

Let’s get to work—We Outside! 😎
#WeOutside2025 #ThisDIYLife #ExteriorProjects #OutdoorDIY #SummerSeries #HomeImprovement

6 months ago | [YT] | 1

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🚨 No Video This Week – But I’ve Got BIG News! 🚨

Hey, hey, DIY lovers! I know you’ve been waiting on this week’s video, but I’ve been all hands on deck with some other awesome projects (and of course, processing the last bits of footage from the investment property 🏡). But guess what?! There’s not much left in this series, and we’re about to wrap things up with a BANG! 💥

Next week, we’re finishing the main bathroom makeover—yes, you heard that right! 😱 It’s going to be a full transformation, and I cannot WAIT for you to see how it all comes together.

🎥 In the meantime, if you missed any episodes, don’t worry! Check out the entire playlist [www.youtube.com/playlist?list...] for all the episodes leading up to this grand finale.

Now, let me ask you… 🛁 What’s your dream bathroom design? Drop your ideas in the comments below! 👇 I want to know what you’d love to see in a space like this!

Get ready to see the final reveal! 🔥 Trust me, it’s going to be worth the wait.

#DIY #BathroomMakeover #HomeRenovation #InvestmentPropertyJourney #CantWaitForNextWeek #StayTuned

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9 months ago | [YT] | 15

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So... I did it. I posted Episode 1.5 of the DIY Renovation Series, and to be completely honest, I feel super vulnerable about it. This video is raw, unpolished, and a very real look at what went wrong in the early stages of our renovation journey. It’s not easy to admit when you’ve made mistakes, especially when those mistakes cost you time, money, and a whole lot of peace of mind.

In the video, I share the full backstory of how we bought the house, came up with a renovation plan, and then how things went sideways with the contractors we hired. Looking back, there were so many red flags we missed—but at the time, we were just doing the best we could with the knowledge we had. It’s a tough lesson to learn, but I wanted to share this because I know so many people out there have had similar experiences.

I also want to say that in my area, finding a good contractor is like finding a needle in a haystack. It’s incredibly difficult to even get someone to return your call, let alone find someone reliable. I know we’re not alone in this struggle, and I hope that by sharing our story, it can help someone else avoid the same pitfalls.

If you’ve ever been burned by a contractor, felt overwhelmed by a renovation, or just want to see the full, unfiltered journey of how we ended up taking over this renovation ourselves, I hope you’ll check out the video. But I’ll admit, I’m nervous about how it will be received. Putting this out there feels like airing a very personal chapter of our lives, and I just hope it resonates with someone in a helpful way.

Thank you all for being here and for supporting us through this wild ride. Your encouragement means the world to me! ❤️

🎥 Let me know what you think—good, bad, or otherwise—and if you’ve ever faced something similar, I’d love to hear your story in the comments. Let’s talk about it!"

📺 Watch Episode 1.5 Here:

11 months ago | [YT] | 2

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So what had happened was... 🤦‍♀️

First off, huge THANK YOU to everyone who's been watching Episode 2 of our DIY renovation series and leaving comments! You all had me cracking up AND reflecting on a very valid point: it seems the video may have jumped around from room to room a bit chaotically without much context.

To be fair, that chaos is a pretty accurate representation of how we were living it! 😂 But then I realized...you guys haven’t spent months trapped in this house like I have (lucky you!), so you're probably like, 'Wait, where are we now? What’s going on?'

Here’s the deal: I actually have some 'Before Before' footage from before we closed on the house (you know, when it was a hot mess express). I also captured the contractor saga—yes, that shady contractor—and all the work they did before we had to take over.

So I want to hear from YOU: Would you rather: 1️⃣ I pause the series and do a detailed video showing the property pre-closing condition and the contractor work (with all the receipts 📂), OR 2️⃣ I keep the momentum going and continue showing the renovations we did first, THEN circle back to the Before Before footage at the end?

Your vote matters because, well, I want this series to actually make sense for everyone (and not just me!). Plus, I’d rather laugh with y’all about this madness than confuse the heck out of you. Let me know your thoughts below! 👇👇

P.S. Stay tuned because there’s still A LOT of renovation craziness coming your way. 💪

11 months ago | [YT] | 5

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🌿🛠️ Update on Our Garden Series & Exciting Patio Project!

Hey everyone!

I wanted to take a moment to update you all on our ongoing garden series. As you know, we've been working hard on setting up our container garden, and it’s shaping up beautifully! However, we've hit a pause as I work out the best irrigation solution to ensure our plants thrive with minimal hassle.

While I fine-tune our watering system (stay tuned for that!), I'm diving into another crucial project that can't wait—repairing the concrete on our covered patio. It's essential to keep our outdoor spaces not only beautiful but also safe and functional, so I'll be sharing tips and tricks on effective concrete repair in our next video. Expect some hands-on DIY that you can apply to your own home projects!

🎥 Check out the latest on our garden setup here: [https://youtu.be/VwpoMPNKucY]

I appreciate your patience and enthusiasm as we juggle these projects. The garden isn't going anywhere—I promise we'll be back soon with the next steps, including our DIY irrigation setup. Meanwhile, let’s get our hands dirty with some concrete repair!

👀 Sneak Peek: Here’s a before photo of our patio that needs some TLC!

Thank you for following along and for all your supportive comments and tips. Your input makes our DIY journey even more rewarding. Feel free to drop any suggestions or questions below, especially if you have experience or tips with DIY irrigation systems or concrete repair!

🌱🔨 Stay tuned, and let’s keep making our living spaces better, together!

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1 year ago (edited) | [YT] | 13

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"Hey DIY family! 🛠💛 A little behind-the-scenes peek for you all. As you can see, the kitchen transformation is in full swing! 📸



Due to the intricacies of the project and wanting to capture every detail for you, the editing process is taking a tad longer than expected. I truly believe in delivering quality over rushing things, and I promise it'll be worth the wait!



Thank you for your patience and understanding. Stay tuned - the upcoming video is going to be a game-changer. 🎨🏡



#DIYDelays #QualityOverQuick #KitchenTransformationInProgress"

2 years ago | [YT] | 22

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Hello everyone. I wanted to get your opinion about something. I posted the final episode of the laundry room makeover yesterday. I was wondering if anyone was interested in me posting a marathon, start to finish re-edit of that project including the prices of everything that I used. Let me know your preference. Thanks so much for the support! 🥰

2 years ago | [YT] | 13

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Hey Fam. There will not be a video today. I had oral surgery this week and then caught a cold. Needless to say, I am taking some time to recover. Good news is I solved the wiring problem, and it has been corrected. I'll get the next episode out as soon as possible. I hope to be able to start a weekly schedule soon. Until next time...

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