The Thrift Diving Podcast

As much as I know we love to DIY everything, there are certain times when you should not DIY something yourself. Let's jump into the discussion with my points about when you might just want to pay a …

Most people think it's difficult to start a blog, but it's an easy process that can literally be done in just 1 day or less! The difficult part is growing a blog to be a thriving collection of your p…

One of my biggest challenges when it comes to DIY is just getting started. Why is it so hard to move from "idea" to "done"? I believe it boils down to one of three reasons. And in this episode, we're…

In this episode, Eric Rochow, from Garden Fork, is teaching us how to get our gardens ready for the Fall. If you're a newbie to gardening, there are some guaranteed tips to help you have a successful…

Upholstering furniture isn't rocket science. But there are definitely tips and techniques that the professionals use that beginners just don't know. In this episode, I'll share with you 10 upholstery…

Do you feel overwhelmed when you think about doing your next room makeover? It doesn't have to be that hard! Today I'll walk you through the questions to ask yourself to get the creative juices flowi…

It's easy to get discouraged when you're working on projects: things take longer than expected, the project is not moving quickly enough, or people are disappointing you. But there are 6 questions yo…

If you've ever thought about quitting your "day job" and doing something creative and crafty, then this episode is for you. I chatted with Wendy Conklin, owner of Chair Whimsy, who took an upholstery…

 My home was looking very tired and worn out! If you've been wanting to update a few things on your home's exterior, here are 5+ things you can easily do in a weekend! To read the blog post that goes…

I absolutely love using stencils! They bring charm to boring pieces of painted furniture, walls, and more. But where can you find larger, chic stencils and what are some tips for using and cleaning t…

It used to be that the only options we had for stripping wood furniture and re-staining it was to use toxic products. But over the past several years, finally some companies have started listening to…

A lot has happened over these past 20 podcast episodes! But what happened after each episode? Did I take action on the information I learned? How about you? Let's talk about what actions I took after…

I finally finished my custom walk-in closet makeover! My goodness, it took a long time, but I learned some things along the way that made a huge difference in how my project turned out and how much t…

Most people know that bloggers, YouTubers, Instagrammers, and content creators make  money, but how?? In this podcast, let's talk about the 9 ways that creators use that platforms to earn a living! F…

Have you ever felt like you're not as creative as your favorite DIY blogger or YouTuber? Do you struggle to come up with ideas for how to upcycle or repurpose your thrift store finds? Here are 10 que…

Have you ever wanted to try a DIY project that you've never attempted before? Whether it's building a closet organizer or painting a piece of furniture, starting a new project can be absolutely intim…

It's thrift store, yard sale, and garage sale season! Here are 7 lessons I have learned at the thrift store--things you should keep in mind as the resume some of our favorite thrift diving activities…

Did you know that bleach doesn't kill mold? Did you also know that each home as 5-10 locations where mold can grow? Mold could be threatening the indoor air quality in your home and could be making y…

In many parts of the nation, homes are flying off the market, with bidding wars. It's insane! Because of the competition, you might be at risk when buying in a seller's market. What can you do to pro…

Have you always wanted to get a "she shed" in your backyard? Then this episode is for you! There are some important questions you must ask yourself before you jump into the "she shed" crave. We're ta…