This woman is a genius, she can literally make her own kitchen cabinets but she had to look up what the spoon was called. LOL. It's a good thing she has Romeo in the kitchen. But I love her and can't get enough of her videos.
It's never enough...I could watch this channel for hours. Macenna thank you very much for being a fresh and positive air on TH-cam. But today I want to highlight how beautiful this community is. I always see nice, constructive and respectful comments; and this is unusual in social networks. I hope we can continue infecting everyone who arrives with this positive vibe; since we need more than ever, to have a break from all the negativity that society is experiencing. God bless you all. XOXO
I recognize where u are which is so cool bc I rarely see houston in media. I live in the suburbs of Houston but the reason u found so many good furniture stores is because you are right next to the biggest shopping mall of the city (Galleria) and adjacent to some of the richer homes (River Oaks). Not far from actual downtown. Glad u enjoyed the shopping!
Great that you got unscented candles for the dining room table so that the scent doesn’t fight with food aromas while you are eating. Also,I clean everything wood related with diluted Murphy’s Oil Soap.I keep some in a spray bottle and spray all of my thrifted baskets with it in the shower,rinse and let air dry.( I also clean my baskets that way every year because it not only gets the dust off,but nourishes the wood) It will work great and be safe on your salt and pepper shakers. Before you use you new cutting board,get some food safe mineral oil at the drugstore and oil it with a paper towel.( food oils can turn rancid)😬. (When I buy a cutting board at a yard sale,etc.,I bleach it,sand it,then apply the mineral oil.)🙌🏻
Never in my life has something wooden that I treated with neutral oil has gone rancid. NEVER. I have things from my Great Great Grand parents that were always treated with neutral oil and they are in perfect condition, never gone rancid. Don't use olive oil. But normal sunflower o corn oil works just fine. Unless in the US they put stuff in the oil that makes them go rancid.
Retail therapy always makes the heart feel glad. Target is one of my favorite places to shop at. I loved seeing little Kinsley bebopping around the house with her little blue plastic cap.
I’ve missed seeing your mom in the vlogs so much! Glad her eyes are getting better. 🥰 SOOOO excited to see the counter tops😱😍 The kitchen is really coming together now!
Oh dear girl! Watching you with your Mom talking about going to thrift stores, reminds me of the great times I had with my mom. She called it rag shaking when we went to thrift stores it garage sales. She passed a few years ago, but I am loving this time you have with your Momma. 💕🌸
@@maryannford7665,I'm sorry she passed away. She sounds like a hoot to have for a mom. Mine died 1 1/2 years ago. She was 91, but still lived alone mostly. She did her own gardening still, and if we traveled, she pulled weeds at gas stations, restaurants, and attractions while muttering the place wasn't well cared for.
"I would NEVER.....Haaaaaaaa! LIES!" Me and my daughter were dying with laughter. I love watching you and your mom together and it's my hope I have such a wonderful relationship with my own daughter as she grows up 😊
I cannot wait to see the cabinets get completed! The glass doors are going to look so beautiful. Same with the coffee pantry! Love your videos💕💕 Also, going to France in less than 2 weeks! I’ve been so excited after you and Romeo got to go!
Ok, you cannot put those beautiful blue and whites in the cottages. They will get stolen! Blue and white porcelain are you kidding me! Your neighbour is epic! So you should definitely have them in your dining room display cabinet. They are art and highly sought after prized pieces.
I am absolutely DYING of FOMO right now… MaCenna you were in my Target 😭 and that Anthro is like a 5 minute walk from our apartment. I’m kicking myself for not going to Target whatever day that was lol and running into you!! Love everything you do and so excited for every new video. You are brilliant and your style is unmatched! Hugs from Houston!
I have not long moved into a retirement village on my own. I too bought a combo microwave, oven and airfryer. It is so handy. When cooking just for me I don't need to use my large oven. You are going to get lots of use from your new airfryer. I so enjoy watching you go shopping for everything for your beautiful home. It brings back great memories of my shopping for my villa. WE LOVE SHOPPING. I bought all new appliances that have to last 20 years. But have thrifted all my crockery, bowls, some art, some kitchen items like coffee, sugar, and baking containers. I still need to buy my couch, dinning unit and floor rugs. But no hurry. Enjoy the process I always say.
So happy the countertops are coming real soon. Can't wait to see them in the kitchen and guest bath. Glad to see you momma, hope her eyes are healing. Love your channel MaCenna. Thank you
What ever dollar store you have in Texas. Dollar Tree, Dollar General, etc. Get your hair ties, bandaids, alcohol, peroxide, some cleaning products, greeting cards, wrapping paper. You'd be surprised what you can find there.
About the salt and pepper mills: I read that you could grind uncooked rice to clean it. Also I love the size of your hoops! I know you said they're from Aurate, but do you remember which model / size they are? Thanks! ❤️
I collect those Boch platters! My dad brought one back for my grandma while he was stationed in Germany in the 1970’s and I ended up with them a few years ago. So special and beautiful!
Macenna I collect the blue & white and those plates look like money!!!! Gorgeous gift from ur neighbor. Love how u guys r settling in ur cozy cottage….. God bless u guys, John 3:16
It brings me joy as well, as probably with all her fans. She has become such a part of our lives, such an emotional connection. The relationship she has with her mom, wouldn't it great if we all had that!! She would be a great & fun friend!!
I did enjoy this video! Thoughts: my family always called a food turner a spatula, but we also called the rubber scraper thing a spatula. I think, these days, spatula only refers to the scraper thingy. About gardening; those cute Target gloves are for ladies who tend their primroses and orchids in a greenhouse. They won't last a day if you are doing real gardening and landscaping. What you want is goatskin gloves. They are supple, but TOUGH. They are expensive, but they will last at least a whole season, maybe longer. I wish I could help you with the landscaping. I love every minute I get to spend in my garden. Except when it's hot and humid. But fall is a great time to plant your bushes, trees, and perennials. Have fun!
There's such a sweet togetherness with your mom and yourself a Best friend indeed, Love watching your videos waiting for the living room decor don't want to miss out on it.have a bless day with your mom.
Salt and pepper shaker: open the top and dump any left over salt and pepper. get a small mild abrasive brush/ cloth (dry) and clean out the inside. Take a damp cloth with white vinegar. Make sure NOT to soak them because they could start to mold and or ruin the wood and clean any residue. Also do it outside just incase there are “friends” living in them.
I could not live without a microwave! It is great fir reheating your coffee and food you bring home etc ! I steam veggies in the microwave and they come out perfect
Omg Kinsley is a doll..She reminds me of my cats and my daughters dog playing with a cap instead of their toys..Something so simple keeps them content..Love what you've done it's come so far MaCenna..Great job
The trash can in the island is so great! We have that in my house right by our prep space so it’s easy to wipe scraps/crumbs into the trash and it’s out of sight!
Countertops going in! How exciting! And it is so cute to see you so excited to be able to have a garden for the first time. And to be in your own home you designed. No cookie cutter home here for sure. I know you will enjoy puttering in the yard with your own flower garden--taking cuttings of fresh flowers and bringing them inside or getting fresh veggies from the garden. It will be your respite from the stresses of work... Good for you... I remember when we owned our first home and I was able to fill the yard with roses--some of my favorite old classics--Double Delight, Fragrant Cloud, Angel Face...some other classics--The Peace rose, Chicago Peace, Mr. Lincoln, etc.. Depending on what works in your area... But I also see the Old Garden Roses--Heirloom roses... They would really fit the theme of your house...and the scents are wonderful! Have fun! 😊
Be sure and check with your local agricultural extension for the best native plants when you begin to plan what to plant, they will need less toxic pesticides and will grow best in your climate. Attracting all the right pollinators too!
@@merlin711oregon Of course. Which is why I mentioned to check to see what works best for your area. Nurseries that I know of stock plants that work in your region. A reputable one does not want to sell you something that won't work for you as they want you back as a customer. Roses tend to work well in most climates. But Texas gets and stays hot for so long... They'll need good water access unless they go for more drought tolerant plants. I hope they have a good well/water flow/or a good city system... We don't think about it too much as we have great water access, but they still ask us to conserve during the hottest months. Still we are luck not to have the water shortages that other states have. We have lots of pools, hot tubs, green lawns, and green golf courses here... Could do with fewer golf courses though... 😉
We‘ve had the same Kitchen Aid air fryer/toaster oven for over a year and it is the only appliance we ever use! (Apart from the stove and a blender, on occasion.) It fits a whole pizza and only takes a few minutes to heat up! It’s pretty large, but takes up way less space than if we had all the individual appliances out on the counter. Hope you love it!!
MaCenna, the more I sit with your color choices, the more I love them. I'm not a huge fan of the black windows, but the walls and trim are amazing. I really want to paint my dining room like this.
You can clean the outside of the pepper and salt shaker with baking soda and afterwards put some oil on them. That’s also a good way to clean cutting boards made of wood and spoons. Ad some baking soda and a little bit of lemon juice or citric acid and rub them well. It cleans them and is good against bacteria and grose stuff. The oil will let them look like new and give the wood a treatment so it will last longer. 😊🌸
To clean your salt and pepper set: It looks greasy and dusty, right? Oil and grease is best broken down by an alkaline solution, which is why regular dish soap (pH 8-10) is so effective on oily pots and pans. It may sound overly simple, but you can use dish soap and warm/hot water with an absorbent rag like microfiber to take grease off of wood. Dont worry about using too much water, just let them dry completely. Then, if they have a finish on them, just use furniture polish or oil. If they don't have a finish, I would sand them with a fine steel wool and finish with mineral oil from the hardware store. It's what I use on wooden bowls, cutting boards, and other kitchen pieces that get regular use. I've cleaned a lot of smoke-tar off of wood too, and in that case, hot water and white vinegar are the best way to go.
I’m so happy you mentioned something about your audio. I’ve noticed it doesn’t sound as quality and there is essentially no base. I watch you in my car or on my tv a lot so I noticed it right away! Excited for the new mic and all the amazing vlogs as always 🥰
You and your momma crack me up 😂 lol! The house is amazing just like I knew it would be. We share the love of all things vintage. For me, older things have a story to tell. Imagine what each piece would tell us if they could. You seem so comfortable in your house. I can tell how much you and Romeo love your home.
ok, so I literally yelled when you picked the kitchenaide air fryer. That is the exact one I have. I researched for a week reading reviews on every site and decided on that one! I've had it about a year and I love it! I use it at least every other day. :) love the thrift store finds!!
To clean the wooden salt and pepper shakers toss them in a freezer bag and into the freezer for a couple weeks or so (for germs and whatnot). Then I'd separate all the pieces, use that computer duster in a can and like a thin bottle brush to clean the insides and cracks. And since you can't soak them you can scrub them with a dish scrubber/sponge and wipe them with vinegar. Those are so beautiful!
MaCenna!! You can make homemade dehydrated dog treats for Kinsley! or dried fruit for yummy snacks in the dehydrator! I also dehydrate fresh herbs if I don't use them before they go bad! :) CONGRATS ON THE COUNTERTOPS! So excited to see it all completed! What a fun haul, glad you got semi-forced into a fun shopping trip for you! haha 'I love that for us' !
You can clean the Salt and Pepper shakers with hot soap and water. scrub the outside (maybe with fine sand paper) let them dry out in the heat of the day and seal the outside with hemp oil after completely dry.
Fun video as always. I get excited to see your progress. You and Romeo are creating a true treasure. Btw, those gorgeous blue plates your neighbor gave you would look stunning in the neutral dining room and would be right in keeping with your dining room chairs. They would be happy to be home again.
You'll love the air fryer. We use it everyday. You can roast veg tables and bake cookies in half the time. We even break frozen pizzas in half and air fry them!
Mineral oil which is food safe is good for wooden items like your s&p shakers and cutting boards. Frozen tator tots, french fries and reheating pizza is great in the air fryer.
Next time you’re in Houston, you have to check out The Guild Shop and Bluebird Circle Shop! Both are thrift stores in the Montrose area and I think you’d love them.
We have always used Murphy's oil soap on our salt and pepper shakers and all wood work. My entire house has stained cherry trim and that's all we use on it.
i'm so geeked to see what color you're painting the island! i love the size, it's so so good and such a beautiful focal point, especially from the living room!
Try using a salt and water scrub on the salt and pepper shakers. It will take away all the dirt and grime. Then use a wood safe oil on the outside to refresh the wood. Love all you do from Toronto, Canada
Baking soda and food safe board oil to clean mills. Then mild soapy water then board oil again. Fill& grind out with salt and rice to clean ceramic grinder mechanism and pepper and rice to clean metal mechanism.
Hi Macenna. Since Day 1 I've been watching your old cottage renovation and OMG! You nailed it girl! i am so proud of you. DIYing your own home is so amazing. I hope I can also do that. Can't wait to see your final home. Lovelots, Loriegen from Philippines.❤
My Grandfather and Dad used Murphy oil soap to clean wood pieces and wood furniture. It is great and makes the piece look rehydrated and better than before!
I am actually currently working on a quilt that is 90"x90" lol! I consider it somewhere between a queen and king, as it has considerable drop on a queen bed, but also a slight drop on a king I think, though smaller than standard king blanket dimensions. I chose that size so it would work if I went up to a king size at some point. I chose the square shape because I think square quilts are cute and kind of satisfyingly-symmetrical, and you don't have to worry about the direction of it when putting it on your bed as long as the prints aren"t directional!
“90 x 90. What does that make it?” “Square.” Hilarious! I literally laughed out loud at that!!!! Best line ever! I just adore Kinsley! I was going to ask how she’s adjusting to her new home, but you really answered that. I got a new sofa and my little one had to adjust her jump, too. 💕
I have the same Kitchenaid toaster over/air fryer and I LOVE mine! Much nicer than having separate toaster, air fryer, and toaster oven. I rarely use my real oven anymore because of it xD Excited for you to finally have your countertops!
Love your sweet pup!! When my Yorkie was younger, he loved to play with half of a plastic Easter egg. He would carry it in his mouth like Kinsley did and it looked like he had a clown nose! Cutest thing ever. He's 17 now and doesn't play any more. But the memory was nice! : )
My husband cleans wood tables with lemon oil. I’m not sure if it works on salt and pepper mills. But those are neat. I would Google it first. But it brings old tables back to life. They look beautiful when you’re done cleaning them. I can’t wait to see the countertops.
Salt and pepper grinders: I found this article on A Frenchtown Kitchen and Garden: Maybe a swipe of food-grade mineral oil on the outside after they're cleaned? First I opened the tops and emptied any salt and pepper left inside. Next I used a can of air - the kind you clean a keyboard with to blow out any remaining salt or pepper residue. The pepper mill was empty, but the salt shaker surprised me by dumping salt all over me. So, do this over the sink. Then, I used a thin bottle brush to clean the insides again, just to make sure they were as empty as possible. You may want to repeat the blow-out step. Next I used a mildly abrasive pad and a pan scraper to remove any gunk that accumulated on the outside of the shakers. Finally, I moistened a soft cloth with vinegar and wiped off the outside of the shakers.
Spray the wood salt and pepper grinders with oven cleaner and let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes. Then just use a little scrub brush and rise with water. Voila! Clean and beautiful 😍
Kinsley is so cute. Great haul but the carry case for gardening? You definitely have the wood and skill to make your own even better. Hope your mom's appointment went well, you left us hanging!
I have that KitchenAid air fryer too! I lived off a toaster oven when I lived with my parents so I knew I definitely needed one when i moved to my own house 😁 it's awesome!
Heeey!!!!!! We are renovating a 1904 home and I ordered a 48”Hallman range. It was supposed to be here in may. It never came. I called the manufacturer & they said it would likely be November. I literally designed my kitchen around that stove…so I was devastated, cancelled the order & purchased an ilve range. Apparently they are basically the same just branded different. It is more expensive but it is in stock & I got it in 2 weeks!!!! I usually don’t comment cause I know you are busy but love you and your videos & wanted to give you a heads up & in case you didn’t know about the ilve being the same as Hallman 😘
McCenna,I enjoy watching YOU walking around in your new home! I,too love thrift ing as well! Looks like that your Target haul were most of the things you needed for your new home! Can't wait for the next vlog to see "what more" will be added to make you feel that you are right at home!
I'm happy that things are moving along for your dream home! It's been fun watching the progression of things over the past 1.5 yrs. Just my two sense on the air fryer...we have the instant pot conventional oven that has a similar basket for the air fryer as the KitchenAid one and it is not the same as a traditional air fryer. Our food gets stuck on those pesky grates of the air fryer basket and cleaning it is a nightmare. We prefer the Ninja Foodi for air frying since the basket is non-stick and makes the food crispier than the oven did. The Foodi is also a pressure cooker, slow cooker etc so it's multi functional as well. Anyway, can't wait to see how everything continues to come together!
I feel like those beautiful blue plates your lovely neighbour gave you would look super cute on the wall in your dining room! And samesies, no microwave, don't need it 💛🌟🌙
This woman is a genius, she can literally make her own kitchen cabinets but she had to look up what the spoon was called. LOL. It's a good thing she has Romeo in the kitchen. But I love her and can't get enough of her videos.
Haha geniuses can't be bothered with mundane 🤣
I laughed so hard at this 😆
MaCenna is the the best!
I had the same thought 😂
I loved this too.. this is me 100%
It's never enough...I could watch this channel for hours. Macenna thank you very much for being a fresh and positive air on TH-cam. But today I want to highlight how beautiful this community is. I always see nice, constructive and respectful comments; and this is unusual in social networks. I hope we can continue infecting everyone who arrives with this positive vibe; since we need more than ever, to have a break from all the negativity that society is experiencing. God bless you all. XOXO
I think the gifted plates coming back to the house are meant to be…their blue color would be lovely hung on the wall above your coffee station!😍
That hot pop of ultramarine blue in the platters looked really gorgeous against the dining room neutrals.
Yes! I thought the same.
They would look cute on the small wall that was behind her when she was showing them
Yes! Put those plates in the dining room!!!
I recognize where u are which is so cool bc I rarely see houston in media. I live in the suburbs of Houston but the reason u found so many good furniture stores is because you are right next to the biggest shopping mall of the city (Galleria) and adjacent to some of the richer homes (River Oaks). Not far from actual downtown. Glad u enjoyed the shopping!
Great that you got unscented candles for the dining room table so that the scent doesn’t fight with food aromas while you are eating. Also,I clean everything wood related with diluted Murphy’s Oil Soap.I keep some in a spray bottle and spray all of my thrifted baskets with it in the shower,rinse and let air dry.( I also clean my baskets that way every year because it not only gets the dust off,but nourishes the wood) It will work great and be safe on your salt and pepper shakers. Before you use you new cutting board,get some food safe mineral oil at the drugstore and oil it with a paper towel.( food oils can turn rancid)😬. (When I buy a cutting board at a yard sale,etc.,I bleach it,sand it,then apply the mineral oil.)🙌🏻
Great tip...thanks for sharing! I recently thrifted a 70s S&P set for my shop and wasn't sure how to get them sparkling again.
@@styleago-go3028 I’ve been using these methods for decades!😅
Yes to Murphy's Oil Soap. Hot water and soak with the soap.
Never in my life has something wooden that I treated with neutral oil has gone rancid. NEVER. I have things from my Great Great Grand parents that were always treated with neutral oil and they are in perfect condition, never gone rancid. Don't use olive oil. But normal sunflower o corn oil works just fine. Unless in the US they put stuff in the oil that makes them go rancid.
@@veritorossi they do
Retail therapy always makes the heart feel glad. Target is one of my favorite places to shop at. I loved seeing little Kinsley bebopping around the house with her little blue plastic cap.
I’ve missed seeing your mom in the vlogs so much! Glad her eyes are getting better. 🥰
SOOOO excited to see the counter tops😱😍 The kitchen is really coming together now!
Oh dear girl! Watching you with your Mom talking about going to thrift stores, reminds me of the great times I had with my mom. She called it rag shaking when we went to thrift stores it garage sales. She passed a few years ago, but I am loving this time you have with your Momma. 💕🌸
"Rag shaking"! I love that!
@@murielbaith5445 🤣 One time we stopped at a garage sale, Mom yells to me, “Mary, don’t run!” 🤦♀️ I was so embarrassed 😳 😂
@@maryannford7665,I'm sorry she passed away. She sounds like a hoot to have for a mom. Mine died 1 1/2 years ago. She was 91, but still lived alone mostly. She did her own gardening still, and if we traveled, she pulled weeds at gas stations, restaurants, and attractions while muttering the place wasn't well cared for.
Love mom's cameo appearances! Y'all's relationship is just precious!
I love the plates!!! Pleasssseeeee consider using them in the dining/kitchen/coffee nook area. What a lovely piece of history!
The relationship you have with your mom is so special. I pray my daughter and I are this close!!
"I would NEVER.....Haaaaaaaa! LIES!" Me and my daughter were dying with laughter.
I love watching you and your mom together and it's my hope I have such a wonderful relationship with my own daughter as she grows up 😊
I cannot wait to see the cabinets get completed! The glass doors are going to look so beautiful. Same with the coffee pantry! Love your videos💕💕
Also, going to France in less than 2 weeks! I’ve been so excited after you and Romeo got to go!
I thought you were gonna say you were expecting a baby.
Ok, you cannot put those beautiful blue and whites in the cottages. They will get stolen! Blue and white porcelain are you kidding me! Your neighbour is epic! So you should definitely have them in your dining room display cabinet. They are art and highly sought after prized pieces.
I agree keep in the house.
The plates would look beautiful in your dining room. When you put the replace the cabinet doors with glass 👌
I am absolutely DYING of FOMO right now… MaCenna you were in my Target 😭 and that Anthro is like a 5 minute walk from our apartment. I’m kicking myself for not going to Target whatever day that was lol and running into you!! Love everything you do and so excited for every new video. You are brilliant and your style is unmatched! Hugs from Houston!
I have not long moved into a retirement village on my own. I too bought a combo microwave, oven and airfryer. It is so handy. When cooking just for me I don't need to use my large oven.
You are going to get lots of use from your new airfryer.
I so enjoy watching you go shopping for everything for your beautiful home.
It brings back great memories of my shopping for my villa.
WE LOVE SHOPPING.
I bought all new appliances that have to last 20 years. But have thrifted all my crockery, bowls, some art, some kitchen items like coffee, sugar, and baking containers.
I still need to buy my couch, dinning unit and floor rugs. But no hurry.
Enjoy the process I always say.
So happy the countertops are coming real soon. Can't wait to see them in the kitchen and guest bath. Glad to see you momma, hope her eyes are healing. Love your channel MaCenna. Thank you
What ever dollar store you have in Texas. Dollar Tree, Dollar General, etc. Get your hair ties, bandaids, alcohol, peroxide, some cleaning products, greeting cards, wrapping paper. You'd be surprised what you can find there.
About the salt and pepper mills: I read that you could grind uncooked rice to clean it. Also I love the size of your hoops! I know you said they're from Aurate, but do you remember which model / size they are? Thanks! ❤️
I collect those Boch platters! My dad brought one back for my grandma while he was stationed in Germany in the 1970’s and I ended up with them a few years ago. So special and beautiful!
They are gorgeous
"90×90 what does that make?"
Mom: "A square"
🤣😂 I love it!
I laughed so hard, I cried
But I mean, is she wrong tho?
love love how your house is becoming a home!!!!!
and your positive attitude your energy transfers and love watching your channel!
Macenna I collect the blue & white and those plates look like money!!!! Gorgeous gift from ur neighbor. Love how u guys r settling in ur cozy cottage….. God bless u guys, John 3:16
Yes there's real money in Delfts Blauw/Delfts Blue!
Living 10 km from Delft, it's fun to see Delftsblauw ending up in Texas!
@@merlindeful Ja hè?!
I love the look of pure joy on your faces when you are just walking about your new home.
It brings me joy as well, as probably with all her fans. She has become such a part of our lives, such an emotional connection. The relationship she has with her mom, wouldn't it great if we all had that!! She would be a great & fun friend!!
This is the first slow-morning-making-coffee intro in the new house! I always loved those intros at the LA house
I did enjoy this video! Thoughts: my family always called a food turner a spatula, but we also called the rubber scraper thing a spatula. I think, these days, spatula only refers to the scraper thingy. About gardening; those cute Target gloves are for ladies who tend their primroses and orchids in a greenhouse. They won't last a day if you are doing real gardening and landscaping. What you want is goatskin gloves. They are supple, but TOUGH. They are expensive, but they will last at least a whole season, maybe longer. I wish I could help you with the landscaping. I love every minute I get to spend in my garden. Except when it's hot and humid. But fall is a great time to plant your bushes, trees, and perennials. Have fun!
I love seeing your mom in the vlogs , she gives me Dolly Parton vibes!!! She sounds so sweet and just looks so adorable 🥰.💚
There's such a sweet togetherness with your mom and yourself a Best friend indeed, Love watching your videos waiting for the living room decor don't want to miss out on it.have a bless day with your mom.
Those blue dishes will be GREAT for 4th of July decor. Add some red napkins and tea stained flags! Forget it! I love it!!
I’m soooo happy you’re getting a new microphone; thrilled!!!! Love watching you, can’t get enough, best content creator on TH-cam
For gardening gloves, the ones that look like rubber gloves, but have mesh over the back of your hand (So you don't get super sweaty) are fantastic!
Salt and pepper shaker: open the top and dump any left over salt and pepper. get a small mild abrasive brush/ cloth (dry) and clean out the inside. Take a damp cloth with white vinegar. Make sure NOT to soak them because they could start to mold and or ruin the wood and clean any residue. Also do it outside just incase there are “friends” living in them.
I could not live without a microwave! It is great fir reheating your coffee and food you bring home etc ! I steam veggies in the microwave and they come out perfect
Honestly missed Kinsley getting up close to the camera like should would in the LA house 😂 she’s seems happy and at home in the new house!
Omg Kinsley is a doll..She reminds me of my cats and my daughters dog playing with a cap instead of their toys..Something so simple keeps them content..Love what you've done it's come so far MaCenna..Great job
The trash can in the island is so great! We have that in my house right by our prep space so it’s easy to wipe scraps/crumbs into the trash and it’s out of sight!
I like to use Murphy’s wood soap for wood! I’m not 100% sure you can use it inside the shakers but for sure on the outside!
Countertops going in! How exciting! And it is so cute to see you so excited to be able to have a garden for the first time. And to be in your own home you designed. No cookie cutter home here for sure. I know you will enjoy puttering in the yard with your own flower garden--taking cuttings of fresh flowers and bringing them inside or getting fresh veggies from the garden. It will be your respite from the stresses of work... Good for you... I remember when we owned our first home and I was able to fill the yard with roses--some of my favorite old classics--Double Delight, Fragrant Cloud, Angel Face...some other classics--The Peace rose, Chicago Peace, Mr. Lincoln, etc.. Depending on what works in your area... But I also see the Old Garden Roses--Heirloom roses... They would really fit the theme of your house...and the scents are wonderful! Have fun! 😊
Be sure and check with your local agricultural extension for the best native plants when you begin to plan what to plant, they will need less toxic pesticides and will grow best in your climate. Attracting all the right pollinators too!
@@merlin711oregon Of course. Which is why I mentioned to check to see what works best for your area. Nurseries that I know of stock plants that work in your region. A reputable one does not want to sell you something that won't work for you as they want you back as a customer. Roses tend to work well in most climates. But Texas gets and stays hot for so long... They'll need good water access unless they go for more drought tolerant plants. I hope they have a good well/water flow/or a good city system... We don't think about it too much as we have great water access, but they still ask us to conserve during the hottest months. Still we are luck not to have the water shortages that other states have. We have lots of pools, hot tubs, green lawns, and green golf courses here... Could do with fewer golf courses though... 😉
I have that Rubbermaid set and love it. You can put it in the dishwasher on the top rack, they stack in the fridge and pantry, and they're air tight.
We‘ve had the same Kitchen Aid air fryer/toaster oven for over a year and it is the only appliance we ever use! (Apart from the stove and a blender, on occasion.) It fits a whole pizza and only takes a few minutes to heat up! It’s pretty large, but takes up way less space than if we had all the individual appliances out on the counter. Hope you love it!!
MaCenna, the more I sit with your color choices, the more I love them. I'm not a huge fan of the black windows, but the walls and trim are amazing. I really want to paint my dining room like this.
You can clean the outside of the pepper and salt shaker with baking soda and afterwards put some oil on them. That’s also a good way to clean cutting boards made of wood and spoons. Ad some baking soda and a little bit of lemon juice or citric acid and rub them well. It cleans them and is good against bacteria and grose stuff. The oil will let them look like new and give the wood a treatment so it will last longer. 😊🌸
To clean your salt and pepper set: It looks greasy and dusty, right? Oil and grease is best broken down by an alkaline solution, which is why regular dish soap (pH 8-10) is so effective on oily pots and pans. It may sound overly simple, but you can use dish soap and warm/hot water with an absorbent rag like microfiber to take grease off of wood. Dont worry about using too much water, just let them dry completely. Then, if they have a finish on them, just use furniture polish or oil. If they don't have a finish, I would sand them with a fine steel wool and finish with mineral oil from the hardware store. It's what I use on wooden bowls, cutting boards, and other kitchen pieces that get regular use. I've cleaned a lot of smoke-tar off of wood too, and in that case, hot water and white vinegar are the best way to go.
The bed, Macenna I can't get over how stunning your bed is, I don't know how you get out of bed every morning, I would never leave 😍😍😍
I totally agree! Is it possible to share with us where you got your quilt from?
@@rachelspollett3930 yes!!! I need this set 😍 😩
@@rachelspollett3930 watch her last couple videos, she talks about it
@@corricatt thanks!
The frame itself is beautiful also!
I’m so happy you mentioned something about your audio. I’ve noticed it doesn’t sound as quality and there is essentially no base. I watch you in my car or on my tv a lot so I noticed it right away!
Excited for the new mic and all the amazing vlogs as always 🥰
Seeing Kinsley in her new home warms my heart ❤️😍😘
You and your momma crack me up 😂 lol! The house is amazing just like I knew it would be. We share the love of all things vintage. For me, older things have a story to tell. Imagine what each piece would tell us if they could. You seem so comfortable in your house. I can tell how much you and Romeo love your home.
ok, so I literally yelled when you picked the kitchenaide air fryer. That is the exact one I have. I researched for a week reading reviews on every site and decided on that one! I've had it about a year and I love it! I use it at least every other day. :) love the thrift store finds!!
I have had these same slippers for over a year and they are still fluffy. Love them.
Just love the blue and white plates! Ma Canna it would be so nice if you use them in your kitchen ! They are special Dutch plates ! Gorgeous 👍🌸
Yeah i was gonna say its dutch ! My grandma has those haha
Yes from Delft in The Netherlands. Delfts Blauw/Delfts Blue
To clean the wooden salt and pepper shakers toss them in a freezer bag and into the freezer for a couple weeks or so (for germs and whatnot). Then I'd separate all the pieces, use that computer duster in a can and like a thin bottle brush to clean the insides and cracks. And since you can't soak them you can scrub them with a dish scrubber/sponge and wipe them with vinegar. Those are so beautiful!
I’m so amazed at how I’ve watched you from the start of renovation of your home to this point! It’s happening!
Those blue plates are so cool! My grandmother has a huge collection.
Buying a burner was a great choice!! Plus if any of the guest houses have small kitchens, it could be used there too!
Those plates are GORGEOUS!
MaCenna!! You can make homemade dehydrated dog treats for Kinsley! or dried fruit for yummy snacks in the dehydrator! I also dehydrate fresh herbs if I don't use them before they go bad! :) CONGRATS ON THE COUNTERTOPS! So excited to see it all completed! What a fun haul, glad you got semi-forced into a fun shopping trip for you! haha 'I love that for us' !
You can clean the Salt and Pepper shakers with hot soap and water. scrub the outside (maybe with fine sand paper) let them dry out in the heat of the day and seal the outside with hemp oil after completely dry.
Fun video as always. I get excited to see your progress. You and Romeo are creating a true treasure.
Btw, those gorgeous blue plates your neighbor gave you would look stunning in the neutral dining room and would be right in keeping with your dining room chairs. They would be happy to be home again.
Murphy oil soap has been the best wood cleaner ever for us, things we didn't think were dirty had beautifully colored wood underneath. Good luck!
You'll love the air fryer. We use it everyday. You can roast veg tables and bake cookies in half the time. We even break frozen pizzas in half and air fry them!
Mineral oil which is food safe is good for wooden items like your s&p shakers and cutting boards. Frozen tator tots, french fries and reheating pizza is great in the air fryer.
Next time you’re in Houston, you have to check out The Guild Shop and Bluebird Circle Shop! Both are thrift stores in the Montrose area and I think you’d love them.
We have always used Murphy's oil soap on our salt and pepper shakers and all wood work. My entire house has stained cherry trim and that's all we use on it.
Looove how the house is turning out! Get a microwave that’s also an Air Fryer. I got mine from Lowes! Love it & it saves space!
i'm so geeked to see what color you're painting the island! i love the size, it's so so good and such a beautiful focal point, especially from the living room!
So freaking excited about your countertops!! Can’t believe how far you’ve come!❤️
Try using a salt and water scrub on the salt and pepper shakers. It will take away all the dirt and grime. Then use a wood safe oil on the outside to refresh the wood. Love all you do from Toronto, Canada
Baking soda and food safe board oil to clean mills. Then mild soapy water then board oil again. Fill& grind out with salt and rice to clean ceramic grinder mechanism and pepper and rice to clean metal mechanism.
Empty and refill as usual when it looks clean.
Hi Macenna. Since Day 1 I've been watching your old cottage renovation and OMG! You nailed it girl! i am so proud of you. DIYing your own home is so amazing. I hope I can also do that. Can't wait to see your final home. Lovelots, Loriegen from Philippines.❤
My Grandfather and Dad used Murphy oil soap to clean wood pieces and wood furniture. It is great and makes the piece look rehydrated and better than before!
Yes, Murphy oil is the absolute best for cleaning wood! And it nourishes it at the same time too.
I am actually currently working on a quilt that is 90"x90" lol! I consider it somewhere between a queen and king, as it has considerable drop on a queen bed, but also a slight drop on a king I think, though smaller than standard king blanket dimensions. I chose that size so it would work if I went up to a king size at some point. I chose the square shape because I think square quilts are cute and kind of satisfyingly-symmetrical, and you don't have to worry about the direction of it when putting it on your bed as long as the prints aren"t directional!
I love the blue and white plates!!
You need to get into the blue and white; was the fancy look for the old western homes!!!
“90 x 90. What does that make it?” “Square.” Hilarious! I literally laughed out loud at that!!!! Best line ever!
I just adore Kinsley! I was going to ask how she’s adjusting to her new home, but you really answered that. I got a new sofa and my little one had to adjust her jump, too. 💕
90x90 is a queen size quilt. 110x110 is a king size quilt.
Kinsley is a WILD THANG!!! She brings such fun to each video.
I love watching you nest into your space. I’m so excited for all the room transformations!
I have the same Kitchenaid toaster over/air fryer and I LOVE mine! Much nicer than having separate toaster, air fryer, and toaster oven. I rarely use my real oven anymore because of it xD
Excited for you to finally have your countertops!
Love your sweet pup!! When my Yorkie was younger, he loved to play with half of a plastic Easter egg. He would carry it in his mouth like Kinsley did and it looked like he had a clown nose! Cutest thing ever. He's 17 now and doesn't play any more. But the memory was nice! : )
My husband cleans wood tables with lemon oil. I’m not sure if it works on salt and pepper mills. But those are neat. I would Google it first. But it brings old tables back to life. They look beautiful when you’re done cleaning them. I can’t wait to see the countertops.
I haven't, commented before, but I have to say those blue plates are Stunning! Very french country. Love them 💕
Salt and pepper grinders: I found this article on A Frenchtown Kitchen and Garden: Maybe a swipe of food-grade mineral oil on the outside after they're cleaned?
First I opened the tops and emptied any salt and pepper left inside.
Next I used a can of air - the kind you clean a keyboard with to blow out any remaining salt or pepper residue. The pepper mill was empty, but the salt shaker surprised me by dumping salt all over me. So, do this over the sink.
Then, I used a thin bottle brush to clean the insides again, just to make sure they were as empty as possible. You may want to repeat the blow-out step.
Next I used a mildly abrasive pad and a pan scraper to remove any gunk that accumulated on the outside of the shakers.
Finally, I moistened a soft cloth with vinegar and wiped off the outside of the shakers.
Yay! You found Highland Village! Such a fun area of Houston!
Do you know what this thrift store is called?!? Thanks!
Spray the wood salt and pepper grinders with oven cleaner and let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes. Then just use a little scrub brush and rise with water. Voila! Clean and beautiful 😍
Kinsley is so cute. Great haul but the carry case for gardening? You definitely have the wood and skill to make your own even better. Hope your mom's appointment went well, you left us hanging!
I LOVE those plates! Can’t wait to see where you hang them.
I have that KitchenAid air fryer too! I lived off a toaster oven when I lived with my parents so I knew I definitely needed one when i moved to my own house 😁 it's awesome!
I'm in love with the color scheme of your windows+walls it's so calming..
Heeey!!!!!!
We are renovating a 1904 home and I ordered a 48”Hallman range. It was supposed to be here in may. It never came. I called the manufacturer & they said it would likely be November. I literally designed my kitchen around that stove…so I was devastated, cancelled the order & purchased an ilve range. Apparently they are basically the same just branded different. It is more expensive but it is in stock & I got it in 2 weeks!!!!
I usually don’t comment cause I know you are busy but love you and your videos & wanted to give you a heads up & in case you didn’t know about the ilve being the same as Hallman 😘
McCenna,I enjoy watching YOU walking around in your new home! I,too love thrift ing as well! Looks like that your Target haul were most of the things you needed for your new home! Can't wait for the next vlog to see "what more" will be added to make you feel that you are right at home!
The air fryer that is cousin art is amazing I don't even use a microwave, toaster or the oven for my lunches or breakfasts.
Uniball pens are sooo goood! I love how i watched the whole video and had to comment on the pens 😅 love that for us.
12:30 I have a dream that you and your mom will do a GRWM someday and she’ll give us a hair tutorial because it’s always so voluminous and perfect
Your so fun to watch. I look forward to new episodes. Have you ever thought of using reusable bags instead of all the plastic?
I have the kitchen aid air fryer and it is AMAZING! Just be careful and follow the cleaning instructions so you don't mess up the nonstick.
I'm happy that things are moving along for your dream home! It's been fun watching the progression of things over the past 1.5 yrs. Just my two sense on the air fryer...we have the instant pot conventional oven that has a similar basket for the air fryer as the KitchenAid one and it is not the same as a traditional air fryer. Our food gets stuck on those pesky grates of the air fryer basket and cleaning it is a nightmare. We prefer the Ninja Foodi for air frying since the basket is non-stick and makes the food crispier than the oven did. The Foodi is also a pressure cooker, slow cooker etc so it's multi functional as well. Anyway, can't wait to see how everything continues to come together!
If you start gardening on this channel I might faint. DIY, Thrift and garden is everything that brings me joy in life. I cannot wait!
Delfts blauw will fit beautifully with all the brown! (very valuable !)
I have every color of that tank top. They’re so comfy. Definitely size up.
I feel like those beautiful blue plates your lovely neighbour gave you would look super cute on the wall in your dining room! And samesies, no microwave, don't need it 💛🌟🌙