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Nutshell Living
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 20 ต.ค. 2014
Hi! I’m Janet. I’m a self-confessed serial small-space nester, designer, Emmy-winning TV producer and author of two books, LIVING IN A NUTSHELL and DECORATE THIS NOT THAT. This is where I share my favorite small space, chic and unique personal decor tips and DIY tricks that help me live my best life in less than 800-square feet so you can too!
Come inside my Southern California petite beach cottage and coastal rental properties where I share space-saving, posh and portable decor and renter-friendly projects that any beginner DIY’er can master to make their small apartment or tiny house cozy and one of a kind.
Come inside my Southern California petite beach cottage and coastal rental properties where I share space-saving, posh and portable decor and renter-friendly projects that any beginner DIY’er can master to make their small apartment or tiny house cozy and one of a kind.
*Best DIY* Faux Cane Stencil Vintage Desk Makeover
My small furnished beach cottage rental will be vacant in a few weeks. Before the next tenant moves in, this gives me a chance to give a vintage desk a quick makeover with chalk paint and a chic faux cane basketweave type stencil look. I've been dreaming of a deep navy color with a camel and white cane accent on the top desk and drawer.
As I was cleaning the desk, I noticed that the desk top slides out for an extra foot of work space. I am so excited about this. Right now it is sticky and doesn't glide out smoothly. Some sandpaper and furniture wax will do the trick.
Vintage desks with their slim profile are perfect pieces to add to a small living room or home office, and because they are made from solid wood, they will last another 50 years or more.
As I was cleaning the desk, I noticed that the desk top slides out for an extra foot of work space. I am so excited about this. Right now it is sticky and doesn't glide out smoothly. Some sandpaper and furniture wax will do the trick.
Vintage desks with their slim profile are perfect pieces to add to a small living room or home office, and because they are made from solid wood, they will last another 50 years or more.
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Easy DIY Custom Upgrades to Outdoor Privacy Screen
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I looked everywhere for a wood privacy screen and planter that could block street traffic from the shared patio of my rental property by the beach. And a privacy screen solution that would fit the slim budget was not an easy feat. I priced out how much it would cost for me to make one from scratch, cutting and screwing wood panels together, but it would cost more than retrofitting a prefab vers...
Best Easy to Grow Trees for Small Gardens and Plant UPDATES
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As I gain more experience in my small garden and slowly turn a brown thumb a little greener, I wanted to share the trees and vines that are easy to grow and maintain in a small garden, on a balcony or stoop. Guava trees both strawberry guava and pink guava are not fussy fruit trees.They're easy to prune and keep on the petite side. I like that they don't need full sun, and can do ok with part s...
NEW SCHEDULE ~ FRESH NEW CONTENT EVERY SUNDAY 3:00pm PST
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Hi Nutshellers. Join me for fresh, new, innovative small-space tips and tricks inside and out every SUNDAY at 3:00 PM PST. Make sure and turn on your notification button so you won’t miss a thing. See you then!
Quick No Sew Slipcover Storage for Ikea Bookshelves
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When you live and work in a small bedroom or home office, storage sometimes has to be gently undercover. In my guest bedroom, I store all of my fabric remnants on a metal Ikea bookshelf. It's sturdy and practical, but I am not always that neat and tidy with my fabric bundles so I was looking for an easy no-sew slipcover for the shelving. My happy discovery of magnetic cafe curtain rods and hold...
TEASER: How To Organize With a DIY Slipcover for a Bookshelf COMING UP
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Working hard on a no-sew way to camouflage and contain fabric storage. Check back on Sunday for the latest episode. See you then!
Hang a Patio Basket with Faux Eucalyptus and Solar Fairy Lights for Small Gardens
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Looking to add a little romance to your small garden, terrace or stoop? I re-purposed a large basket and attached solar fairy lights filled with faux eucalyptus leaves to give it a genuine organic look in my small patio area. I decided to hang it above the refurbished teak table I bought secondhand. The patio basket with eucalyptus leaves and solar fairy lights anchors the guava tree I planted ...
Grow a Guava Tree Through Middle of Old Patio Table~ Best Tree for Small Garden
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Guava trees are the perfect size for a petite garden or patio.They can be pruned to stay small and even do well in pots. I wanted to give an old teak table new life by drilling a large hole in the center and planting a tree to grow up through the middle of the table for a little drama. See how I manage to do this with a limited budget. FOLLOW ME: Instagram @living_in_a_nutshell Facebook Living ...
Upcycle a Vintage Cabinet with Fabric Decoupage Budget DIY Ideas
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Transforming an inexpensive vintage cabinet-armoire on a budget is easy and fun once you know how to apply fabric decoupage techniques. The result is a designer finish that feels smooth and is durable and easy to clean. Living your best life in a small space means putting a custom touch on the furniture pieces you have in your tiny space. The cabinet makeover I did on my dining room armoire cre...
Traditional Small Space Rental to Furnished Rental Makeover
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When my long-term renters left after 8 wonderful years, I made the decision to renovate this beach cottage as a furnished mid-term or short-term rental. Here's how to stretch the renovating and decorating budget and how to maximize space in a small rental home. I'll share my best space-saving DIY ideas and tricks so easy you can give them a try in your own small home or apartment. FOLLOW ME: In...
When Will This Petite Beach Cottage Renovation Be Over?
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We’re approaching a month since the renovation of my beach cottage started. We are done with the heavy lifting and now have to finesse some of the details like changing out broken doorknobs and painting screen doors and kitchen cabinets. I’ll be painting a rug for the bedroom. Hopefully, the bedroom makeover will be ready to view next week. Thank you so much for visiting me @NutshellLiving See ...
Jute Rope DIY Decor Idea Budget Chic Bookcase Small Space Hack
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Hi There! The renovation of my petite beach cottage rental continues. My goal is to transform this old cottage into a beautiful furnished rental. This week I wanted to embellish a small bookcase niche in the entryway of the living room on a budget with twine and thick jute rope. Using natural fibers and texture feels organic and gives the room a coastal chic vibe. I took inexpensive polyurethan...
Small Beach Cottage Renovation 24th Day QUICK Update- Canopy Bed in a Small Bedroom
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Hi Everybody. This is a very QUICK update and check in on the renovation of my petite beach cottage, which I am turning into a furnished rental property. We’re approaching Day 24, and the good news is that the floor has been installed throughout. The cardboard is protecting the floor until construction is finished. The kitchen countertop and backsplash have been installed, and the bathroom tile...
Mid-Term Rental Makeover- Renovate, decorate and furnish a long term rental into a mid-term rental
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As many of you know I am trying to renovate one of my small beach cottage rentals, and I have decided to flip it and furnish it as a mid-term rental. I will rent the place to traveling professionals who typically stay from 3 to 6 months. It’s been 8 years since we've made any major improvements on the space so we have lots of work ahead. I am dying to get in there and put my small space decor t...
Budget DIY Lighting for Furnished Small Rental That Looks Coastal Chic Designer
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I am currently trying to renovate one of my small beach cottages to flip and rent as a furnished short-term and mid-term rental. Decor and furnishings have to look and feel designer and chic but be budget-friendly. That means buying gently-used furniture from flea markets and Facebook Marketplace as well as buying lighting and accessories from big box stores like Target , Lowes and Amazon. Big ...
CONFUSED About Best Neutral Paint Color for Small Low Light or Dark Room
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CONFUSED About Best Neutral Paint Color for Small Low Light or Dark Room
FINAL Small Bedroom Makeover with WALLPAPER LOOK FOR LESS - Painted Stencils
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FINAL Small Bedroom Makeover with WALLPAPER LOOK FOR LESS - Painted Stencils
How to AVOID Demolition Day MISTAKES and Small Space Renovation Tips plus a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
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How to AVOID Demolition Day MISTAKES and Small Space Renovation Tips plus a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Petite Coastal Cottage Bedroom Makeover Part 1 Block Print Stencil Walls
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Petite Coastal Cottage Bedroom Makeover Part 1 Block Print Stencil Walls
Top Small Space Garden Projects in the Past Year Plus a Petite Bedroom Makeover Teaser
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Top Small Space Garden Projects in the Past Year Plus a Petite Bedroom Makeover Teaser
Cottage Coastal Rattan Ceiling Medallion Makeover From a Tray and Wood Beaded Chandelier Refresh
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Cottage Coastal Rattan Ceiling Medallion Makeover From a Tray and Wood Beaded Chandelier Refresh
Turn a Vintage Dresser into a Chic Potting Table
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Turn a Vintage Dresser into a Chic Potting Table
Give Stained Vintage Tablecloths a New Life Quick Makeover with Easy Fabric Transfer Tip
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Give Stained Vintage Tablecloths a New Life Quick Makeover with Easy Fabric Transfer Tip
OH, NO! Petite delay. New video will be posted next week.
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OH, NO! Petite delay. New video will be posted next week.
Refresh Vintage Schwinn Bike Flower Planter
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Refresh Vintage Schwinn Bike Flower Planter
Champagne Cork Paper Tassels Keepsakes for Weddings, Birthdays and Graduation
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Champagne Cork Paper Tassels Keepsakes for Weddings, Birthdays and Graduation
Raised Stencil Kitchen Cabinet Doors with Joint Compound
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Raised Stencil Kitchen Cabinet Doors with Joint Compound
Vintage Stacked Pie Tin Pendant Kitchen Lamp
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Vintage Stacked Pie Tin Pendant Kitchen Lamp
Easy Chic Valentine's Day Gift Strike Plate Glass Candle Votive
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Easy Chic Valentine's Day Gift Strike Plate Glass Candle Votive
Orchid Mount in Bamboo Steamer UPDATE and Smart Small Space Storage Solutions
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Orchid Mount in Bamboo Steamer UPDATE and Smart Small Space Storage Solutions
I enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing your creativeness
Thank you for taking the time out of your busy life to watch and send me your kind and encouraging comments. Keep them coming. They give me a boost for the entire week. See you for the next episode.
nice!
Hi, Daniel. Thank you so much for checking out the channel. Hope to see you next week.
I did a process similar to that decades ago but using post cards. I guess it was an early form of decoupage? But I have never seen it done on fabric and I would never have thought to do it either. Well done I love your thinking outside the box creativity. Oh ps your mannequin in the corner, is it another project of yours or did you get it like that?
Oh, I love the idea of using postcards too. I’m intrigued by all forms of simple fabric transfer. Ironically, my sister gave me a beautiful Cricut machine for that very purpose, and I have yet to use it. You have such a keen eye! That is an old dress form that I painted with a glazing technique and used decoupage to affix a magazine print to the body of the mannequin. It was one of my first big projects that was used to decorate a party at Christie’s auction house in NYC. Thanks so very much for watching. I love that we’re building a little community of fearless and scrappy DIY’ers. See you next week.
Thank you for another beautiful and creative project from you. I hope that you’re all recovered from your flu? And a great Big Thank You for getting so many shots of your beautiful bike into the video as you said you would try to do. You totally excelled and I am so very grateful!! The bike is looking great and the trailing plant, that I can no longer recall the name of has definitely taken off! Everything in your garden/courtyard compliments each other perfectly. I would love to sit out there with a cup of tea and good book. ❤f🇦🇺
Hi Natalie! I am fully recovered and can’t wait to share more projects with you. That bike keeps looking. No sign of fading or rust! I should give it another clear coat of some sealant before we get into our “rainy” season. The little light basket has given the patio a sense of whimsy and romance. I love repurposing a basket I already had on hand. Hope to see you for the next one. Thank you for taking the time to share your comments with me.
I really like the faux cane look. I wasn’t quite sure at first but it turned out great. It’s nice to “see” what you’ve seen in your mind’s eye as you finish a project. I have used chalk paint yet but I’m looking forward to it. Thank you for the tip on the wax you prefer. I’ll have to try it on my first chalk paint DIY. I already have it picked out. 😊 My Orchids are still amazing. It’s wonderful how long the blooms last. I hope you have a fantastic week.
Hi Linda!! First off, I cannot believe how long your orchids have been blooming. How beautiful. I’m excited for your first chalk paint project. You’ll understand very quickly how the wax is the key to its success. If it’s a hardworking desk or a table, give the piece two layers of wax for durability and protection. Thanks for watching and taking the time every week to share your thoughtful notes and feedback. Have a super week.
That turned out great!! Nice pivot during the project - you kept it going. Thanks for the tips about renting out a furnished unit at the end.
Thank you, Joe. I like approaching the decorating of this rental in stages. It’s overwhelming to have to include everything for the first tenant after a huge renovation when the budget is stretched to the max. Once I place the desk into the rental cottage I’ll make sure and post an update. I think I’ll hang a mirror over the top so people can use it as a vanity as well as a desk. Have a great week. Thanks for watching and being the first fan of this channel.
Hello Friend!! I love the vintage desk painted in the pea coat color. You made a good choice because you have a good eye. I watched the video twice because I love the way things turned out. Thank you 😊. Have a good week🌷
Hi my friend! I wasn’t even looking for a desk and this popped up on my feed. The woman was a motivated seller. The pullout desktop was the best discovery. I don’t think she even knew about it. The navy color looks even better in person. Highly recommend. Thanks for watching each episode with such a careful eye. It means so much. Have a super week.
Sooooooooo cute!!!
Thank you taking the time to watch my channel. You are the best!
Love this solution!!!
Thank you, Rachel. Nothing fancy but have wheels will travel. Enjoy your day off.
It’s a beautiful, peaceful area. The screen works to block off the view from the street, nice touch. The solar lights are perfect. Those agave! OMGoodness! I’ve always admired them since the scalloped edging video. I’m not sure if the “smaller” ones are echevaria or aeonium aka “salad bowl” 😆. Another well thought out & executed project. Once again, thank you for all the effort to share these videos with us. Have an awesome week!
@@lindawynell thanks, Linda! Your attention to detail always amazes me. I think those large succulents are the “salad bowl” variety. They always look fresh in the garden. If I had to buy all of those large bromeliads and succulents for the planters, it would have taken me beyond my budget for this little project. The agave was overgrown in parts of the back garden so what a way to highlight them in front. Thanks for being such a dear supporter of this channel. Enjoy your day off.
Brilliant idea for a privacy screen! Love your videos.
Nice to hear from you, Yanina! It will look even better when I add that succulent frame, but you can’t rush Mother Nature. See you next week!
@@NutshellLiving definitely!
That area looks so v. cozy and chic!! You did a great job with it!! I can't wait to visit and sit there as we drink wine and kibitz over the past few years. Your tenants are lucky to have you as a landlord.
Thank you, Joe. Whenever I invest time in projects for the rental, they have to pass a list of criteria: budget, durability, easy maintenance and uniqueness. I think this one checks off the boxes. And I was so happy to repurpose my bromeliads and agave. A foxtail agave that large would be very $$$ in the stores. Love to shop my own garden for free. See you next week!
@@NutshellLiving That is so evident in your channel that you repurpose and have great affordable ideas. Keep 'em coming. Us Nutshellers love them!!
Beautiful!! Looking forward to seeing the succulent frame!
Thank you, Angela. I’ll definitely update the project with this frame. One of my favorite ways to grow and display succulents. See you next week!
Always enjoy your videos. So creative you are!!!
Thank you SO much. It’s so much fun sharing my projects with you all! See you for the next one.
Hi, I just ran across your tutorial video on a paper mache table. I would love to try I’m sure you had some supplies on hand already. Can you give me an estimate on how much it cost to make one? Thanks It’s super cute love your creativity 😊
Hi Tini. I used a large bag of Celluclay premixed paper mache. It costs about $23 at Michael’s. The cardboard cement form I bought from Home Depot for $13. The mailer tubes cost about $9. The most expensive part of the project is the type of rattan fabric you use which can run from $14-25/yd. I believe I used close to 2.5 yards. Hope this helps! Let me know how it works for you. Once you get used to working with paper mache, you’ll open your eyes to all of the possibilities for decor.
@@NutshellLiving hi there, thank you so much for the reply. I deeply appreciate it. I’m definitely going to try that. I’m a crafter in my own home :-) have a beautiful day.
@@tinilee64 you are my people! So glad we found each other.
Okay, bye, see you Sunday
Do you have to re-wrap it often due to scratches? Or does it scratch easy? What about cleaning it? Can you clean it?
@@nesto2851 hi! No scratches yet and I use windex. Nothing abrasive. Looks like new. Easy maintenance but I have no kids and problems either fingerprints etc. Worth a try. Thanks for watching.
These are all such great tips and the patio looks gorgeous!! Can't wait to see the privacy fence.
@@ProducerJoe thanks, Joe. Gathering all of the materials today. Trusting the process. Not sure how to pull it altogether. That’s part of the fun, right?
I enjoy your videos. Have been inspired much!!
@@kingjohnson5380 You gave me the boost that I need today. Have been a little slow this morning with the get-up-and-go energy. Thanks, King. Have a super day. Can’t wait to share more fun ideas with you.
Your new guava tree is doing so well. It’s hard to believe you just recently planted it. Your videos are inspiring. I am a broken record, I know. I have done a DIY this weekend, inspired by your videos & books. It looks amazing. Thank you for sharing your expertise. The hanging basket light….where I live, it would be wasps that I would worry about. Oh my gosh! The fruit you have in your espalier trees. I’m so happy for you. I hope you have a blessed week.
@@lindawynell You found time to do a DIY project. Care to share how it turned out? Let’s not bury the lead…wasps?? They do like to nest in prime real estate from my experience. I’ll talk to my orkin guy. He might have some good tips I can share. You know how you’ve been delighted by your budding orchids? I feel the same about the strawberry guava tree in particular. The larger pink guava I planted in ground lost all of its leaves during that plant shock period and then got eaten by some kind of worm. Now that it is established, I just amend the soil with worm castings, and it is thriving. So fun to share ideas with you. XOXO
@@NutshellLivingyes, if your Orkin man has ideas & tips, plz share. I stopped my riding mower over a ground wasp nest (I never knew there was such a nightmare!) They stung me multiple times before I could get away from them. I had no idea I could scream & run at the same time! I’m constantly using wasp spray on regular wasps that build their nest under deck railings, peaks of roofs…my DIY was an entertainment center I bought online at a bargain. I had another use for it in mind. I assembled it & didn’t like the gray doors & shelf. The main unit was a beautiful creamy white, which is the background color of my kitchen wallpaper that I still haven’t used in the kitchen. So I covered those gray doors with some of that wallpaper & the shelf in a solid white. Its mid-century mod meets cottage!
@@NutshellLiving❤
I love that you share ideas with your TH-cam “community” & like to hear about ours.
@@lindawynell I would have packed up and moved if wasps were attacking me. Scary stuff. Luckily, I am not running into any wasps nests in SoCal, but when I lived in upstate NY, we had to be careful. The DIY project sounds lovely and perfect. I love a pattern on a door, and you know how I feel about wallpaper. Is your shoulder feeling a little more limber? It’s so fun sharing our DIY triumphs together.
Another great video thank you x
Glad you enjoyed it! Can’t wait to share more small space ideas with you. See you at the next episode!
🫶🏾thank you! Looking forward to seeing your DIYs soon
Working on an update for you guys. It’s one of the hottest days to shoot in San Diego. I’ll be “glowing” for sure. XOXO
Awesome…see you Sunday. Until then, I hope you can enjoy some time for you. I hope your Mom is doing well.
Thank you, Linda. I don’t know how other DIY content creators keep up a weekly schedule. It takes me 2 weeks to order materials, ship materials, demo, install, shoot and edit. Not to mention real life behind-the-scenes to-dos. But I love sharing ideas with you all so I’ll keep plowing through. xoxo
Love it! TYFS 😊
You are SO welcome. Hope it inspires some ideas for your own space. See you at the next ep!
That curtain cover is😊 completely beautiful ❤
@@purplepaisley3329 thank you so very much! I needed a little boost today. See you for the next episode.
This is so chic. You provide us with so much inspiration at Nutshell Living!! Thank Youuuuu
Thank you, Joe. You’ve always been a true Nutshell fan through and through. I love to share my ideas and DIY joy with people so a few bad apples won’t stop me.
I love your channel. You come up with the most ingenious, clever, artfully executed and entertaining way to decorate your space in your own flavor. Each time, you introduce tools and application techniques that I can buy and use for my projects. I look forward to each of your shows and appreciate your beautiful grace. Love you!! ❤❤❤
So nice to hear from you, Michele. I remember how you sewed the cutest little lion or hippo? pajama holder pouch for me when I was a little girl. You were a young teenager then. Not sure if you remember. I remember examining every stitch and admiring how each seam was perfect. Thank you for watching my channel. Your kind words mean so much.
My second time watching this video. I forgot to ask about the material with the print, is it burlap or cotton blend? I just thought about the painters clothes could be used for DIY projects.
I used leftover linen for this project, but a painters drop cloth would be perfect!! Just make sure and pre-wash. The painters cloth will become nice and soft. Also the fabric transfer technique will do really well on painters cloth.
I enjoy your channel and look forward to each new episode!
Thank you so much. It is my source of joy to share my ideas with you all. I’m onto the next!
Thank you for sharing your artistic talent in videos. There’s a lot of work that goes into it and I appreciate you. I didn’t know they had magnetic cafe curtain rods. Wahoo! Silly people that leave negative comments. They need to move on. Keep on being you! You are a star! 🌟
Angela! I needed to hear this today. Thank you for the boost! I’m already planning the next project for you all. See you then!
That pipe cutter! I love it. I must get one for my tool box. I still have not transferred print to material yet but one of these days…I think the curtain is perfect in your space & the ideas for making it gave me ideas for helping my daughter- in-law “sew” curtains for her classroom windows. (The vertical blinds are simply ugly & need covering 😂) Adding the slip cover will help keep dust & light off your beautiful fabric stash. Another fabulous creation. Thank you for sharing. PS, the bows are the cutest finishing touch. 💕
Hi my friend! I love it when a small tool makes a big difference. Having a custom covered storage unit using my leftover linen brings a sense of calm to the guest room. Hope your son is getting stronger every day. See you next week!
What kind of material did you coat the cedar ?
Hi! I used Varathane Exterior. Spar urethane water based sealant. The boards still look good after a long rainy season. See link below. Good luck! www.homedepot.com/p/Varathane-1-qt-Clear-Satin-Water-Based-Outdoor-Spar-Urethane-250241H/100165652?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&pla&mtc=SHOPPING-RM-RMP-GGL-D24-024_013_INT_STAIN_CL-NA-RUSTOLEUM_WOODCARE-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-MK860869001-22867-NBR-3010-NA-VNT-FY24Q1_Q4_Rust_Oleum_WoodCare_D24_RM_AON&cm_mmc=SHOPPING-RM-RMP-GGL-D24-024_013_INT_STAIN_CL-NA-RUSTOLEUM_WOODCARE-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-MK860869001-22867-NBR-3010-NA-VNT-FY24Q1_Q4_Rust_Oleum_WoodCare_D24_RM_AON-71700000117316959--&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAolLu9-1NxtAM6Wt9P75k0laotEZ1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlIG2BhC4ARIsADBgpVTp5HUwjeb_LZbOvagGWbar1sgxMbHhJGEKCdemb5HO9DISu3uxVjMaAjAPEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
I love it. I think you’re a design genius! Your taste in art prints, fabric, pattern, color, all wonderful. I’m sorry someone sees fit to be mean.
You are so sweet. Yes, I know you make yourself vulnerable to criticism when you launch a TH-cam channel, and I don’t mind if the critique is based on careful thought and intention. My dream was to create a community of creatives. A few bad apples won’t deter me! Onward to the next. Hope to see you then.
YES green painters tape (frog tape I think it’s called) transcends the blue tape!
You are so right. I’m also feeling the blue tape used to have a little more grip than it does. I’ll stick with the green. Thank you so much for watching.
Hello Friend! You are an amazing person!My hat goes off to you for your amazing DIY slip cover. In addition, it is a good idea to cover the bookshelves with a slipcover. The magnetic curtain rods and hooks that you used to hang the slipcover are really cool. It is a must that I will give the picture transfer a try. Just for the record, I've been a fan since the NEW YORK Nutshell Living days, you appeared on Small Spaces. You inspire me with your style. You always design or decorate your space with an air of peace, coziness, and elegant. enjoy your weekend, keep creating beautiful contents.
Hi Friend! Your kind words are like a warm hug. Thank you for all of your support. See you for the next episode! Have a super weekend.
@@NutshellLivingTy you are fave! Oh My Gosh! I feel the same way about you too 😊you’re so talented ❤
What color did you paint cottage
Hi Cecilia. Here is the breakdown: Living room ceiling, doors and trim: Sherwin Williams Alabaster white: Living room walls: Sherwin Williams Rarified Air Bathroom- Benjamin Moore Moonshine Kitchen walls-Sherwin Williams Alabaster White Kitchen cabinets- Sherwin Williams Tumblin Tumbleweed Bedroom Walls-Benjamin Moore Chamois Bedroom ceiling, doors, closet doors and trim: Alabaster White Sure hope this helps. If you are just looking for neutrals that work in a darkly lit room, alabaster white and chamois were just perfect and soothing to the eye. Good luck!
Does anyone know what color she choose to paint cottage?
Hi Cecilia! Here you go: Living room: Ceiling, doors and trim-Sherwin Williams Alabaster White Bathroom- Benjamin Moore Moonshine Kitchen walls, trim, ceiling: Sherwin Williams Alabaster White Kitchen cabinets- Sherwin Williams tumblin tumbleweed Bedroom-walls Benjamin Moore Chamois Bedroom doors, ceiling, trim: Alabaster White
What color did you choose for the cottage??
Can't wait to see how you organize them!
Coming soon!
thank you for good directions it looks awesome
You are welcome. This is one of those simple, inexpensive projects that really does put a custom look on a plain cabinet. Thank you so much for watching. Hope to see you for the next episode.
Good morning…I have 6 fully opened orchid blooms now. I am going to get a picture & try my best to render a color pencil drawing of them. Again, thank you for that fertilizer tip. Looking forward to the no sew slip cover. I hope you have a blessed day. 😊
Hi Linda! I cannot believe how successful you have been with your orchids! They are a magical plant. Do you know how to sketch? That is one of those skills I wish I had. Have you been able to check off your DIY to-do list? With your son and your own comeback from injuries, I hope you are still feeling hopeful. The caretaker for my mother cancelled on me again so I am faced with a few more project delays on my end. I feel stressed, but it is out of my control. See you at the next episode!
@@NutshellLivingI haven’t started on the DIYs. 😮 😄 I knew I wouldn’t enjoy them if I crammed them between all the things going on in my life. Instead, I’ve taken moments here & there to examine what I have & do some deliberate thinning out, creating more space. It’s amazing how quickly one can accumulate “things”! It has been therapeutic. I find I gain momentum & can more easily “let go” by frequently going through this process. I like to think I’m cleaning the canvas for the future DIYs. 😊 I try to sketch, can’t say I’m brilliant at it but it is a relaxing thing to do while listening to an audible book or message. I truly hope you can get someone reliable, compassionate & knowledgeable to help you with the care of your Mom. While we need space for our own adult lives, the moments I spent with my Mom toward the end of her life were precious & now fill me with memories to hold onto now that she isn’t with me any more. I didn’t realize how much those times would mean. I thought I’d fall apart with all the demands of work & life & the need to be there for her. I didn’t. I know now I gained strength. Isn’t that just like life? It’s in retrospect we see better. Keeping you & your Mom in thoughts & prayers.
My GE Fridge is stainless steel on the front and the side is black on the side. I was getting a can of carrots off the top shelve and it fell putting a little scratch on the top of the black. I ordered Black Permanent Paint pens, Never Fade Paint Pens ,Medium Tip Quick Dry And Waterproof Permanent Oil-Based Paint Marker Pens For Rock,Glass,Plastic,Wood,Metal,Fabric,DIY Craft. This Black pen should cover the tiny black scratch. 😃 You did an excellent job with the stainless steel makeover.
I love that solution. I need to buy a few of those pens. It’s been many months and the faux stainless adhesive hasn’t peeled off or bubbled. Very pleased. Thank you so much for watching.
What is the wall treatment in the. Bedroom?
@@SuzanneOost-dc2yh Hi. I think you are referring to these white paper cutout panels I hung on the wall. They are designed by an artist named Tord Boontje. I bought them many years ago at the Museum of Modern Art gift shop.
Brilliant! I want to try that!
Thanks, Rachel. Love repurposing baskets in the garden. Thanks for watching!
That was so cool! I’m looking for ways to make cheap unique curtains while saving and planning for the quality design someday. This is helpful
I love hearing this. It was a DIY a-ha moment for me! There is so much potential to customize it your way. Thanks so much for watching!
It’s an antique secretary not a cabinet. I have my great grandmothers. I wouldn’t change it but what you did with this one is beautiful.
Thank you for the encouraging words.
I love it love what you have done, it’s magical, and I loved your video. But I’m wondering how practical this is. How are you ever going to move that table, and, I know that I have to use the webster around my porch light almost every other day because of the spiderwebs and bugs. Just something to think about. Can’t wait to watch more of your videos 🌸🩷🌸
Hi Sandra! What great questions. The guava tree is on a plant dolly with wheels and is easily movable. As long as the tree can be removed from its pot, we’ll be able to lie it on its side and pull it out. Guava limbs stay pretty pliable so that is the hope for its future. I did not think about the possible insect situation. We don’t have lots of spider problems in the garden, but if I did see a problem arising, we are on a good Orkin program at the property. I’ll have them spritz and do what they do. I live in sunny San Diego so I hope this basket will last a few months. I’ll make sure and provide an update once we get into fall. Thanks for your thoughtful and constructive comments. Hope to see you for the next episode.
Hi Friend!! I hope you get well soon 😊 your DIY project is amazing 🤩 I agree with Producer Joe, he says romantic, and I added whimsical, but super cute. I ❤❤❤❤ the looks of it. Thanks 🙏🏾 for putting this romantic solar lighting together. Bye!👋🏾
Hi Friend! I’m so glad you like it. Right as the sun was going down the magic happened and I could see the sparkles turn on. I was so happy to capture it on my camera. Thank you for watching each episode! You are a true Nutsheller! Have a super week.
That space is v. romantic. Nice job!! It reminds me of Italy.
The tenants seem to really like it. I’ll update you on how well the eucalyptus hold up to our sun and weather. They weren’t pricey, and if I get a few months out of them, I’ll be happy. Thanks for watching!! XOXO. See you at the next ep.
Such a brilliant idea! I totally love it. Thank you for showing us this cute project. I am so sorry you’ve been under the weather. A summer cold seems so much worse than one in the winter, I think. My son had his follow up visit with his doctor. He is healing well but can’t return to work until the new year. The family is pulling together & God has already blessed with financial help with the $400,000 hospital bill. My orchid is pink! I have 5 open blooms right now. 🎉 I can’t thank you enough for the tip on that fertilizer.💕 Don’t over do it, give yourself time to recover from the cold/flu. 😊
@@lindawynell Hi, my friend! I got goosebumps reading how your family has been blessed with a way to lessen that daunting medical bill. A year of recovery for your son? Sounds like your family has enough love and faith to keep him healthy and hopeful during that time with enough to spare. The orchids must give you such joy. I need to replant mine. They’re magical flowers to me, delicate looking but resilient and tough. Thanks for spending your precious time watching my little videos. I smile whenever I see your name. See you next ep!