I’m renovating a 1930s cottage one project at a time and documenting the full process as I bring an old house back to life.
This channel is all about real DIY renovation, thoughtful design decisions, budget-conscious choices, and the ups and downs that come with transforming a fixer upper. You’ll find honest renovation progress, material and layout decisions, practical problem-solving, and a home that is slowly becoming something beautiful and functional.
If you love historic homes, cottage renovations, old house charm, and real-life fixer upper projects, you’re in the right place.
Haylee

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Haylee Lane

I am working on this week’s video and I can’t wait! Just a heads up, it’s a little different because I’m working on projects at our home in the countryside, but even if you’re following along just for the cottage content, I think you’ll enjoy this one. 
See you Saturday - Haylee

1 day ago | [YT] | 31

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Okay, I have been WAY too quiet over here. 😂
I took a little summer break to spend time with the kids, and it was exactly what I needed, but I have really missed y’all. I’ve also apparently used that time to come up with about 47 more things I want to do, so there’s that.
TOMORROW MORNING at 7:00 AM CST, I’m FINALLY back with a full video and we’re starting at the cottage. I’m catching you up on where things stand, finishing a few kitchen projects that have been on my list for entirely too long, and adding some details that made a much bigger difference than I expected.
And that’s honestly just the beginning. There are several things I’ve been working on that I haven’t shown you yet, a few projects that have taken an unexpected turn, and SO much coming over the next several weeks.
I’m just really happy to be back. I’ve missed this little corner of the internet and all of you who have been following along. 🤍
See you tomorrow morning!

5 days ago | [YT] | 62

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The kiddos are back to school and I’m so excited to share what I’ve been working on and so many plans. Thank you for sticking around and being so patient with me this summer. I like to think that I can do it all, but sometimes my family needs me to be present and I’m so thankful that I’ve been able to give them some attention, but I’m ready to get back to work ❤️

1 week ago (edited) | [YT] | 14

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Happy Fourth 🇺🇸
We took a road trip last week and today I’m enjoying Independence Day with family, because FREEDOM, but cottage projects are coming and I can’t wait to see ya’ll again VERY soon. Our road trip meant I didn’t do as much patriotic decorating as usual, but I threw together a quick arrangement with hydrangeas from the garden this morning. Did you decorate for the 4th?

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1 month ago | [YT] | 4

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A little thing a lot of y’all may not know about me: I’m an Air Force veteran. 🇺🇸
I don’t talk about it a lot online, but I’m very proud of the time I served and very grateful to live in this country.
With the Fourth of July coming up, I’ve been thinking about all the things I love this time of year: a flag on a front porch, red geraniums, old houses dressed up for the holiday, and all the pretty old-fashioned Americana that comes with it.
But more than anything, I’m thankful for what it represents. Just feeling extra grateful this week. ❤️🤍💙

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1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 8

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I started a Substack called “The House Worth Saving.“

It’s a place for more of the things that do not always fit into a YouTube video: the design decisions, DIY lessons, old house thoughts, and all the little details I get way too excited about.

Apparently I needed another place to talk about houses with lots of character, big potential, and a few issues everyone else would rather not deal with. 😂

I’d love for you to join me over there. 🤍

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1 month ago | [YT] | 11

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A new video is up today
This one is full of inspiration for renovation projects (especially if you are on a budget), a few thoughts on what I think really makes a renovation successful, and a look back at the kitchen at our house on the farm since so many of you have asked to see more of it.
It’s lighthearted, full of pretty things, and made for anyone who is renovating, dreaming about renovating, or just loves good design.

👀 those before and afters! 😆

2 months ago | [YT] | 44

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In case you missed it, there’s a new cottage video up 🤍
This one has a couple of surprises and a little break from the exterior work, but it still is very much part of the 1930s cottage story. I’m working on two old matching kitchen cabinets that were given to me by a family member, and they’re headed for the cottage kitchen.
There’s antique cabinet rescuing, budget cottage plans, a hidden detail under the paint, and me once again getting very excited about something old that most normal people would probably not be this excited about.
I’m also working on a second video for this week that should go out Saturday, so apparently we are having a very cottage-filled week over here.
Thank y’all for being here and for caring about this little house with me. It makes all of this so much more fun.

2 months ago | [YT] | 9

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No video this morning, but I promise I’m not just out here making excuses.
I started working on the Hoosier cabinet and found an original hidden detail under the old finish, so now I’m tracing little art deco tulips and trying to decide if I’m dedicated or just unwell.
The video is coming. This one just got a little more complicated in the best way 🌷 I’m going to TRY my best to finish the edit tomorrow

2 months ago | [YT] | 51

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New video is live! ⭐️ 🏡
The cottage is getting cuter, and I’m so excited for you to see it - Haylee

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