The Thrift Diving Podcast

What you do to your body today determines what your body will allow you to do tomorrow. Without good health, you can't do your favorite DIY projects or hobbies ....you can't chase your kids or grandk…

Earth Day was this past weekend, and it got me thinking about thrift store shopping and how buying used can help with cutting environmental costs that come with buying "new." But before you hit the t…

Just when the interior of my she-shed is "done" and ready to be turned into pretty office space with a workshop area, it's become invaded by clover mites! These little red bugs aren't harmful to huma…

When I ask readers, "What's your biggest DIY challenge?" one of the biggest challenges mentioned is GETTING STARTED.  This is a challenge for me, too, even after all these years of experience. There …

There's a saying: "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." While that definitely puts fear in us to plan, a lack of planning doesn't necessary lead to complete failure.  Rather, it makes us frustrate…

How does a non-profit like Habitat for Humanity do such incredible work to provide affordable housing to families? Through its volunteers, donations, and the money raise through its awesome ReStore t…

This week was physically and mentally exhausting. I was on set most of the week in Baltimore, Maryland for a photoshoot for Great Stuff, a brand that makes spray foam insulation. I was hired as an ac…

If you find old metal furniture at the thrift store (or you might have some in your garage!), you might be wondering if you can paint over metal furniture with rust. The answer is YES, but you have t…

People think that journaling has to be writing pages and pages of long paragraphs, but it doesn't have to be! While that's how I personally love to journal, for you it can be whatever you would like …

In this episode, we're taking  an honest look at our spending habits, exploring the reality of where our money is going, and how it affects our lives. From tracking expenses to discovering unexpected…

I thought we were done with avocado green toilets and powder blue vanities, but apparently, the 70's are back when it comes to bathroom design! Last week I attended the National Hardware Show (NHS), …

I ran into Demetric West by accident and found out she is a rug weaver! I decided to sit down and pick her brain on how she got started, why she loves thrift stores for finding materials for weaving,…

In today's special #100th episode, I sat down with Matt Ellison, Director of Marketing for EstateSales.net. He and I talked about building your own backyard shed, must-haves for a successful day of e…

January is the next best time to clean out your closet and drawers (December is the best because you can donate them and get a tax deduction!). Half of the month is already over, and if you're like m…

This past weekend I went to a woodworking show in Baltimore, MD and learned some game-changer sanding and finishing tips from a professional finisher named Bill Bush from Lake Shore Hardwoods. These …

I have always loved this time of year, when people reflect on what they achieved (or didn't) and what they will achieve next year. But honestly...a lot of time, it feels like a bummer to realize you …

Today's episode is sponsored by GoodwillFinds.com - a new secondhand marketplace where you can find great values on top quality clothing, tools, jewelry, home items and one-of-a-kind gifts online fro…

Today's episode is sponsored by GoodwillFinds.com - a new secondhand marketplace where you can find great values on top quality clothing, tools, jewelry, home items and one-of-a-kind gifts online fro…

Today's episode is sponsored by GoodwillFinds.com - a new secondhand marketplace where you can find great values on top quality clothing, tools, jewelry, home items and one-of-a-kind gifts online fro…

Guess what?! Farmhouse decor is outdated. Gray is being replaced by bold colors. And minimalism has been kicked to the curb! While I'm definitely not someone who follows trends, I decided to find out…