The Thrift Diving Podcast

Sometimes my DIY projects get a lot of flack and are controversial because I skipped a step, did something unconventional, used a certain product (or simply because some people just love to complain,…

When you're feeling unsettled, down, or restless on the inside, it feels impossible to tap into your creativity to tackle your next DIY project or room makeover. How do we work through these negative…

"Cozy" is a buzzword we use to describe everything from warm, soft sweaters...to quaint neighborhoods... to a fresh, new comforter for a bedroom makeover...to holiday lights on a cold winter night. B…

Don’t let anyone tell you that they don’t have any DIY fears because they’d be lying to you. The truth is that DIY is wrought with fear because there are so many things that can go wrong. Last time I…

Fall is here! I don't know about you, but I don't use my outdoor space much. Fall is a great time to get out to your yard, though. The bugs are disappearing, the temperatures are cooling, but aren't …

Have you wondered whether you should paint a piece of wood furniture? We all have that questionable piece of furniture that we think we would like to paint, but we're not sure if it will be ruined or…

I can’t start this episode without acknowledging the people who recently lost their homes or have damage to their home from Hurricane Ian in FL or the Carolinas. Right now there are people who are la…

Imagine that you decided you were going to put all of your possessions into storage (and I do mean ALL of them), except for ONE outfit….maybe a sleeping bag, a tent, a bit of food….And that literally…

Don't you love repurposing things for your DIY projects, too?? It's been a while since I've been able to repurpose something because I've been so busy working on getting my "she shed" completely! I w…

This week I spent time at the FinCon 2022 financial blogging conference in Orlando, Florida and walked away understanding more about what Thrift Diving does well and what I would do differently if I …

How do we move forward with our DIY projects, decorating our house (or even the choices we make with our appearance!) without worrying how it's perceived by others? In today's episode, you're going t…

If you've tried to do a DIY project or home improvement project, you probably have noticed the massive delays with sourcing materials, tools, and products (or even being able to find a contractor to …

This week I pulled out spray paint for a metal file cabinet makeover I'm refinishing and I was experiencing some runs in the paint. It reminded me that working with spray paint has a set of tips and …

I have a confession: I have been very unmotivated lately to do many DIY projects. But the lack of motivation has extended to other personal projects, as well. The reason is because I have so many thi…

Disappointment is a part of life, but it doesn't make it any easier to deal with, especially when it comes to things you were hoping would turn out (yes, this includes DIY projects!).  So how then do…

It's been 8 months since we made our 2022 goals together in Episode #43. Where are you with those goals? You either haven't started, are making progress, or have completed a goal. In this episode I'l…

This week I'm fielding questions from readers Gretchen, Elizabeth, and Sveltana, who wanted to know how to stop bleed-through on an old Hoosier cabinet, which paint and topcoat to use for bedside tab…

I'll be honest with you: I used to not pay attention to my local elected officials. I didn't realize how they affected everything from the amount of property taxes I paid, to how I can use my land an…

How do you teach the next generation of kids, grandkids, nieces, and nephews  the DIY skills, life skills, home improvement, home maintenance, etc. that they need? I've started something this summer …

I'll tell you the secret: there IS no "one" best paint for furniture. There are only brands you've tried that has features you love and don't love, depending on the project you're working on. So don'…