Why would a Believer takevall this world crap and Put Up with their Manipulation??? Praying you will submitt to GOD and do HIS will; Not your Dreams and wishes. You are kreative and Just need GOD, HE will Take Care of everything🙏🏼📖🙏🏼📖🙏🏼📖
This was such a wonderful episode. Thank you for sharing your heart and being transparent with us. I loved the quote you shared also about how possibly that rejection is God’s protection. I’ve experienced a lot of rejection and it’s so hard to heal from, But God is able! I started a new career almost 4 years ago at age 60 and recently went to school to become a certified natural health professional (CNHP). I’m so very proud of myself. I keep fighting for myself and working to become healthier and more joyful and to find ways to use my gifts for the Lord-to help others. I love the star and your message. Maybe you’ll come to Texas one day!
You are amazing! Honestly I don't even watch HGTV any more... just don't like the channel now, but I watch you ALL THE TIME! How funny! I think TH-cam has more power than HGTV now anyway! God put you in the right spot at the right time for such a time as this!! You go girl!!
Look at where you are now!! I rarely watch HGTV anymore but I always watch you! 💕💕💕 After hearing how you were treated before you were eliminated just infuriates me! That being said, God had wonderful plans for you and your family.. Those of us watching are blessed by this. Love you Natalie… ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Joanie in Iowa!
I'm with Joanie as well. I couldn't wrote it any better. I was in tears with century story and then when you turned it all around it's such a positive way. You're really spoke to me. Natalie, you're such a blessing, more than you will ever realize. Thank you for allowing God to lead your path and bless all of us here. I don't think I ever leave a video without a seed or something you have planted. That makes me think or inspires me. Good not give up on the things that God has put in my pathway. Today, especially when you said how God can lead. You somewhere show you something and people can be those negative comments or distractions. My dear friend who was like a second mom to me. I couldn't hear her telling me the same thing that you would be saying. Bless you Natalie and your family.❤
I watch HGTV but just certain things but I can't wait till a NEW show comes out of Designs To The Nines! I am on the search for a new story from you! Wonderful job on the Star! Thank you for all you do
In looking at the contestants shown NONE have their own show, NONE are known designers and YOU are! So the heck with HGTV because it was their lost. I haven’t watched HGTV in years. Yet, I watch your channel almost every day. You won.
I know this was years ago you did this, but their "NO" lead you to the great things you do on here and we get to see your creativity on here more than we ever would if you went through them. And you make some reallllly good coin doing what you do now. Plus you get to work with your husband and have that time together that most dont get bc of "life" and it's rough out here with cost of everything. So I believe God had you "canceled" on DS so that you could be where you are today! God has a plan and he always gets it right even though we dont understand why some things happen when they do, but later down the road we see His plan.❤
When we turn to our Savior. Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Father God and live 🙏 for Him, Our Heavenly Father guides every step we make, IF we turn it over to Him. ❤ 🙏 . How Joyful that is!!! 🙏
Thank you for being you and saving your stardom for us to watch, along with all your amazing work. I’m glad you chose this path because you truly shine at this and are so genuine that it makes us able to relate to you. I love your episodes HGTV can’t compare!!
After watching you for many years, learning your back story really illuminates who you are. Your genuine personality and honesty has always been so refreshing. You truely are a star, a strong and resilient woman. I am so proud to know your story and how it guided you to where you are now. So glad you took time out to nurture those kids - your most amazing creation. Huggs!
About 2 years after my most traumatic, dramatic, public project failure, I was chatting with a close friend and "the black weekend" came up. She said, "This is the first time you have laughed about that." To be truthful it was over 15 years ago and sometimes it still features in my nightmares. I learned a lot that weekend. I learned lots of stuff I never wanted to learn. But, here I am!
When I started watching your channel I couldn't remember where I had seen you and I remember Design Star. I felt so bad, you tried so hard and I was cheering for you. But it brought you to us and honestly I love love your channel and watch it every week. You ROCK!!
I am so glad you did not get accepted on HGTV. Your show is 1000% better than theirs. You are so kind and care so much for your viewers who want to make crafts with you. You are real, they are fake. Keep spreading the joy!❤
NataLee, This is baring your soul before all of us. Very humbling. I love your channel. You are one of the first TH-cam designers that I ever started watching, and I am still following you today because you are just inspiring. I really think there is nothing that you can't do if you set your mind to it. Also, it is going to turn out beautiful when you are done with it. I know many others have said this, but I rarely watch anything on HGTV anymore. I used to love it, but as new shows came on, they were disappointing. My old favorites also seemed to change until I lost interest in them altogether. You are giving God the glory for your success, and really in the end, who is the most important? God is plain and simple. Keep doing what you are doing, and thank God every day that you were canceled by HGTV. Love you bunches! Terri❤❤❤❤❤
Exactly. If there wasn’t so much ridiculous drama on those shows, they’d probably be a lot more interesting. She’s definitely not the kind of person they need, she’s way too sweet and uplifting
I always thought highly of you, but after this episode, I truly love you. You are beautiful inside and out. God continue to bless you and your beautiful family. ❤
Amen & Amen!!! Natalee you really are a beautiful soul! GOD bless you and your family always!!!❣️ You are right where you are supposed to be! You are a shining star! ✨⭐️
I don’t watch any shows that bully people. I hate hate hate bullies!! You are such a great person and don’t deserve that kind of behavior from such arrogant people. ❤
Wow Natalie!! You just make me love you more. I've been watching you for a while now because I love your design sense and your courage. You empower me to try things I didn't know I could do. Thank you to HGTV for passing on Natalie and letting us have her on a more personal level. I'm truly grateful.
You weren’t making excuses for the show outcome. It was exactly my perception of them. The producers create enmity with their questions, set you up to fail with not enough time or support and are brutal in the rejection. So no problem understanding the hell they created. Glad you came out the other side. And you put yourself out there, very brave.
I truly appreciate your understanding and support. It was a tough experience, but it feels good to know that others see the challenges too. Thank you for being so encouraging!
Thank you for the story!! You're one of my faves on TH-cam! I used to be an HGTV addict, way back in the days when it was actually crafts and decor (any one remeber those days?). It changed to something I no longer enjoy, and haven't watched in years! But here you are, and I'm watching you as much as I can! Thank you for being you!!
I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes. I felt like you were talking straight to me! You're so humble yet confident at the same time and you truly do want all of us to achieve our goals and dreams. Thank you NataLee for all the love and confidence that you give. I feel like we are best friends!
I really enjoy your channel, I am 67 yrs old and this summer I helped my brother flip a condo and build a shed. Watching you encouraged me to believe I could these things. I made plenty of mistakes but thankfully my bother was a patient teacher. You are correct in saying “you are more powerful than you know”. I also love to see your relationship with your husband and the way you giggle with him.
I used to watch that program and the judges in my opinion, were not decorators I would have ever hired. I hated the way they treated contestants and quit watching the shows. You don’t have to beat up people like that. With that said, you are not the kind of person to be in the “Hollywood “ atmosphere. I love your channel and you are very talented!❤❤ God Bless You,
Ohh my goodness, the end of this video hit me hard, Natalee thank you so much for your words of encouragement and support on reminding us that we should never give up on our dreams and never put them in hands of people unworthy or people that just don’t believe you can’t make it happen. God bless your beautiful heart.
I thoroughly enjoyed this! I love how you interspersed the storytelling with the project. Professional hurt is no joke. It can take years to get over. So glad you found your way!
Natalie, you had a plan and God had a plan. He always wins out!! You are so wonderfully talented!! I love your work. ...but more than that, I love your personality!!! You are so inspiring!
Okay, where are those judges now? I think David Bromstad is the only person from that show to survive and is still on HGTV. Love the star! You aren't bragging. You are proud of yourself, which you should be.
This episode truly touched me. So many times I have allowed others to dim my light, and honestly I have also done it myself, believing in the outside voices and the ones inside my head. I KNOW this is not what God wants or sees, He sees us perfectly. Thank you for reminding us today that we are enough and together building each other up we can move mountains. You are amazing! Thank you for picking yourself up and coming to us. We are blessed, and in turn you were too.❤
Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Such a great testimony! When I discovered TH-cam DIY videos during covid, you were my first "subscribe!" At age 77, I'm in a season of transition because of health issues and struggling to find a new path. Thank you for reminding me, it's never too late!
Can I say that the star is beautiful, but your message in this episode is so much more beautiful. I too spent many years investing in my children and will never regret that. However., I spent it with a man who truly was a narcissist that ridiculed and stole my dreams & joy. It ended in a messy divorce. I have spent years on healing and finding myself again The kids are grown & flown so I am free to pursue my dreams again. Thank you for a message that God has used to remind me of my worth. May God richly bless you Natalee.
"neither cast ye your pearls before swine"...this resonated with me as you were speaking about basically not giving away your dreams to the wrong person. God truly shines through you, NataLee. Wonderful video. And the star is beautiful.
Wow, NataLee! What an experience you had with HGTV. It sounded horrible. Very horrible and inhumane. You deserved so much better! You are and always have been a star in my eyes! I love this project star you’ve designed, it is beautiful.
You remind me of myself many years ago. What I know at almost 70 years old is, Life is a journey , it's not a place you arrive. If I can give any wisdom to younger ladies it would be: Other people' opinions are just that. Those opinions come from where ever they are in their life. If you are willing to learn, change and grow with each new experience life is will be rewarding. Problems and conflict only get better when find your center, can have a honest discussion, be able to listen and compromise with sincerity and most of all be able to set boundaries. You so fun to watch. Thank you for sharing your life. That takes courage.💞💞💞 oh by the way I love the star!
Natalie, as many years as I’ve been watching you, I could’ve told you THOSE ARE NOT YOUR PEOPLE. I auditioned for a show in NY once. What people see on tv is so different from what actually goes on behind the scenes. I was embarrassed and humiliated on national tv. I still get teased to this day by people in my hometown. It’s ok. I got to be on tv and they didn’t. 😂 I don’t really even watch home design shows on tv anymore. I always want to come to TH-cam to see what Natalie is doing! Seriously!! You and a few others have become almost like friends who come to my house on Saturdays and help me clean and decorate. I almost feel like I know you. Anyway… you’re right where you need to be. You just stay as sweet as you are and keep letting Jesus’s light shine ✨ THIS is your avenue for ministry.
All those competition shows should have been called Humiliation Shows. I could never watch them. I felt so bad for the people who were trying so hard. Bravo you for trying learning and getting through it. ❤❤❤❤Love your project! Let your light shine bright!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Hmmm. I didn’t even know they were still on air. I cancelled them years ago and never looked back. Glad you are here. Still available to us. Keep shining woman! We love you and your light.
You know - that HGTV gig...that would have been a flash in the pan - but this YT gig...it's more of a career, and truer to WHO YOU ARE! I LOVE THIS CHANNEL! I'm so glad HGTV missed out on you, because it's OUR WIN!
You didn't need their "star" because you can build your own and share with us how to make our own as well. Thank you for sharing your star with us. Your episode brought me to tears. Very touching.
I am grateful HGTV didn't keep you. Your light shines so bright and we get to benefit from it. You are such a joy to watch and learn from. Thank you for being on You Tube!
I used to watch HGTV back in the '90s for about a decade but now I don't even own a TV! I do own a phone though and found you on TH-cam! I've been following you for nearly the last 5 years, since the beginning of the pandemic. Hearing your backstory, it makes sense why you want to lift others up with your encouragement and positivity, Natalee. You really are a shining star! Thank you for being a positive influencer on the Internet, and please don't forget the Midwest (hint hint: Chicago perhaps?!) for a future meet and greet?? 💚 Mad respect for what you do, and to your hubby, for being your partner and support. 💚
I’m so glad that your path took you in a different direction from HGTV. I love watching all of your videos, new and old. And you do have a close nip following we all love you and I personally am very glad you come in and visit me. It makes my heart happy, and you are doing a great job. Love you.
I so enjoy your content and your personality. I have been watching you for a while now even though I have never cut a board. When you projected your star on the wood, it reminded me that 48 years ago my husband's co-worker drew a teddy bear surrounded by alphabet blocks and we projected it on the wall in the nursery. I traced it and painted it and it turned out lovely. A couple of years later, we sold the home and our realtor said that the nursery was what sold the house to a couple expecting their first baby. You brought back a lovely memory. Thanks so much for all you do. 😊
You are the real deal, HGTV, not so much. I haven't watched it in years, but I look forward to your videos with great anticipation. Keep doing the good work you are doing. You entertain, inspire, teach and embolden each and every one of your viewers. Thank you for that.
I haven’t watched HGTV in YEARS! I’m glad you hang out with us and not them. I’m excited for everyone who’ll get to meet her at the lantern festivle, but.. am I the only one who thought she was going to announce she was pregnant?
I love what you do Natalie. You have inspired me more than you will ever know. My husband is sick of my talking about you and your projects. Thank you for being you.
Natalie, this was such a fun video.. I didn’t know any of that (about HGTV) . I love your videos, I love that you’re a christian, I think you are SO TALENTED.. how could you ever think any differently! You’re beautiful inside and out.. GIRL, you’re way too GOOD for HGTV!! You won, they did you a favor, you’re so much BETTER!! Beautiful star, WOW did that turn out FABULOUS !! Gods rejection is just him redirecting!! ❤❤❤
Where do I begin? First, you are so adorable, both back then and now! Second, those shows should not be allowed to exist! Period! I'm so glad you came through that and landed here. And i thank you for sharing this with your audience. I bet HGTV is eating crow today! ❤👍🙂🇨🇦
Hi Natalee, I do remember seeing you on that show. You are an inspiration more than you will ever know. I'm glad you were re-directed and because of the redirection, you NOW have your OWN CHANNEL that inspires others, you're the boss, you set your own hours and make money stress free with exposure to other companies who watch, that pay you to advertise their products. God would not want you to be-little another person from questions asked (in different ways) for ratings AND "reality tv", which is a set up for failure. I'm glad you are free to share your gifts and talents on TH-cam (Jeremiah 29:11). I will be purchasing the Athena drill in the near future. Thank you for sharing, as I am on a journey that God is directing me as well. Blessings to you and your family. Oh, BTW I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the STAR, which you are......Strong Talented Artistic Resilient
Your story is so inspiring! So glad to have found your channel. HGTV’s loss is our gain. Thank you for encouraging us to reach our potential. It matters ❤️🙏
Sweet NataLee, I’m so sorry to hear that you experienced that hurt as a part of your journey! I love that quote by Jamie! Thanks for being so vulnerable and sharing your inspirational story!
I missed this episode, and yet only yesterday I had you on thinking how much joy and love you bring to the world. We need more genuine souls expressing who they truly are. People need more light and joy. Thank you for being you!
So NOW I KNOW why I haven't watched HGTV IN YEARRRRRS!!😝 BUT I'VE ALWAYS WATCHED YOU & a FEW OTHERS on YT!! If you ONLY KNEW how BEAUTIFUL of an INSPIRATION you are to SOOO MANY PEOPLE!! 🥰 THANK YOU, for listening to GOD, and staying your AUTHENTIC, BEAUTIFUL, INNOVATIVE, FUNNY, SELF!!!😍🙏🏽 💕Don't EVER STOP DOING WHAT MAKES YOU SMILE🤩.... IT'S CONTAGIOUS!! 🥰💕
Wow Natalee! You ARE the slogan - no DIY to big or to small... That star is humongous! And beautiful! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing that experience of yours, with us. After this video I'm even a bigger fan of you personally and Design to the nines. ❤
I truly appreciate your support! It means the world to me that you enjoyed the video and feel more connected to me. Thank you for being part of this journey!
i have had many disappointments. i swear, at the time it was their loss. Years later. i realized that either there was something to learn, or i was going wrong about it all. we each have our journeys and i experienced...if you will; cant move to the next step until you learn and surrender what you thought and welcome what is supposed to be/become.
I want to say there "LOSS our GAIN "" your an amazing lady and if it wasnt for you i wouldn't of had a clue how to put a run down home together, now lots of my friends and daughter in-law say my home looks like something out of a designer magazine. Thank you for giving me the confidence to do things, your hubby and children have a very talented wife & mum Thank you Natalee ❤ Fron one of your subscribers in the UK 🇬🇧 xx
What a beautiful personal story! Those shows where they excoriate and humiliate contestants is disgusting. Saying you can’t reach out to family and the isolation is cruel. Two days to design a room is utterly impossible. And here you are, a star on YT. Congratulations of your journey and success ❤🙌👏
Oh wow! Yeah, I remember seeing you! Of all the seasons I could’ve tuned in to watch, I did watch that season! That’s an amazing experience…except that you made yourself sick. I imagine that it is highly stressful. Well, I’m glad you’re here now, here with us. Your talent shines bright. You made it without them!❤
NataLee, you are incredible! You're such a kind, caring, and selfless person for sharing your challenging HGTV experience. As your father said, your calling is truly to inspire and uplift others. You have a genuine desire to help women see their worth and potential, and you lift them up in such a powerful way. I love everything you do and appreciate you so much! Thank you! ❤
NataLee, You are more than a Design Star- you are something so much more important. You are a creator, inspirer, supporter, and motivator of all of us- your community of Design Stars. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
NataLee, I'm not even sure how I found your YT channel but I am so glad I did because I have loved your content, your bubbly personality and you rock every design project you've done! Thank you for sharing your story about Design Star, but I'm so happy you have found the direction God brought you to and sometimes it's the bad or disappointing things in life that we must go through to find where we really belong and I believe you're so much happier with where you are now. God bless you!!
Your star build is beautiful , YOU are so AMAZING . YOU make your followers feel like we could also do beautiful projects ! You are such a wonderful kind person , I am so happy to have you as a creator of beautiful design in my life . THANK YOU !
Such a beautiful story!! I drank in every single moment - your story and your project are so inspirational! Thanks for sharing the motivation to keep going. I'm a 61 years old woman with a TH-cam channel. I appreciate your encouragement to keep going with my dream!
I really needed this today! We are trying to move to the Dunedin area in the spring and we're hitting some roadblocks. I'm positive we can overcome them, but I needed some inspiration today! You did that! Thanks!
Oh NataLee! My tear ducts are thoroughly clean. Amazing story. Thank you for sharing this personal agonizing time. I feel it was an extremely important move on your part. You touched my heart and I am sending this episode to my sister. SHINE ON Lady! Ellen
Thank you for sharing your incredible journey! And I love the connection you made to Disney’s “Wish”. I agree - the star needs to go on the wall, somehow ❤⭐️
Don't ever let anyone dim your light. You are an inspiration, it doesn't have to be high end to make your house a home. I'm in my late 60s and hire people to do projects but in my young years I built my first home along with my husband at 26. Then moved back to our home town. I renovated a home that was in disrepair and renovated sold at a profit. Bought another and renovated. Katrina took that home. Bought another home post Katrina did updates and we're now retired and done. I love you're real.
I used to watch that program and the judges in my opinion, were not decorators I would have ever hired. I hated the way they treated contestants and quit watching the shows. You don’t have to beat up people like that. With that said, you are not the kind of person to be in the “Hollywood “ atmosphere. I love your channel and you are very talented!❤❤
I stopped watching that series because I always felt that they were basically not giving the designers enough time and money do do their projects and 90 percent of the time I really disliked the end results. I’m so glad I found your channel and think you’re great! Keep up the awesome work!
This might just be the most honest, vulnerable, authentic and inspirational media production I have ever seen. EVER! And it’s all because YOU are those things. May God bless you and your family over and above how you have blessed others through the years with your channel and with this video! Thank you so much….
❤~Dear Natalie, nobody is watching HGTV! ~We've all found our favorites (like you) on "Utube"😅!👍😂 ..The only HGTV I watch are my favs (Unsellables & no demo reno) & I watch them on "Utube" only! 😂🤣 ~You are wonderful!❤⭐
You are such a sweet caring woman. I love watching every one of your videos. You not only teach people how to make things and how to make a home a beautiful place to live but you help people help themselves when it comes to their health or life problems by telling your life stories. I think that really helps a lot of people deal with their life problems better. Keep doing the wonderful videos you do. Thank you for all that you do.
Wow, I'm really sorry you went through that. It's great that you were able to earn your degree & move past such a traumatic situation. We're all so happy to watch you on TH-cam
Aww Nat, you made me cry, you are such an inspiration and a lovely human being. Making the star is so appropriate because you light up so many lives. Just keep on doing you, don't change xx
Hmmmmmm, once upon a time I loved watching HGTV....then they went woke and I stopped and don't miss it. But I do watch you now and love what you do...❤
Missy, the smile on yout face means the world to me! I have no confidence or self-esteem. But watching you for a long time you really got me to straighten my shoulders and not feel so sorry for myself! BLESS YOU!❤
I never really watched HGTV during those years. I never seen you until on you tube. I love watching you. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Your wonderful and a caring person, and I love your sharing so much with us. You have great taste and style.
Natalie, I'm so so happy that you just kept doing your thing on TH-cam!! Those judges on HGTV are just plain mean, and being bullies!! If they have watched you now they will know you are the queen of DIYs now!! This breaks my heart that they made you feel so awful!! I think they did it to make themselves look better than you, well honey it didn't work!!! Yes they were complete A$_&$ holes and you kept your composer, and I love love, love you for that!!
You have proven you are too good for a commercial channel. I enjoy watching all of your episodes. You are the best. Thanks for sharing your ability and cheerful disposition.
This was one of your best videos I have ever seen. Not only for the diy of your awesome star, or the story of your television debut, but for what you represent to all of us in your TH-cam community. You are a wonderful person. You are always positive and upbeat and I love how you’re always not afraid to laugh at yourself and not take life so seriously. I always look forward to seeing what you have in the next video. God bless.
⭐What is a dream you want to pursue, but have pushed aside? Enjoy this episode? Watch this next: th-cam.com/video/QfZEfPRtYmQ/w-d-xo.html
I m working on my dream now. I still have to do my regular job, but I'm working on my home business with online marketing.
Why would a Believer takevall this world crap and Put Up with their Manipulation???
Praying you will submitt to GOD and do HIS will; Not your Dreams and wishes.
You are kreative and Just need GOD, HE will Take Care of everything🙏🏼📖🙏🏼📖🙏🏼📖
This was such a wonderful episode. Thank you for sharing your heart and being transparent with us. I loved the quote you shared also about how possibly that rejection is God’s protection. I’ve experienced a lot of rejection and it’s so hard to heal from, But God is able! I started a new career almost 4 years ago at age 60 and recently went to school to become a certified natural health professional (CNHP). I’m so very proud of myself. I keep fighting for myself and working to become healthier and more joyful and to find ways to use my gifts for the Lord-to help others. I love the star and your message. Maybe you’ll come to Texas one day!
4.0 GPA-- no surprise. U r 4.0 period.❤
I hope Vern and Genevieve have seen your huge success!
I love all that you do. If I want “classy and elegant,” I know to go to your channel! 💕
You are amazing! Honestly I don't even watch HGTV any more... just don't like the channel now, but I watch you ALL THE TIME! How funny! I think TH-cam has more power than HGTV now anyway! God put you in the right spot at the right time for such a time as this!! You go girl!!
I know longer watch HGTV either. I prefer the influencers on TH-cam and other social media better.
My thoughts exactly. ❤
Mine too!
I agree!!
I agree! You took the words right out of my mouth.
Look at where you are now!!
I rarely watch HGTV anymore but I always watch you! 💕💕💕
After hearing how you were treated before you were eliminated just infuriates me!
That being said,
God had wonderful plans for you and your family..
Those of us watching are blessed by this.
Love you Natalie… ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Joanie in Iowa!
I’m with Joanie . Wonderful ideas and work ethic and designs I just love!
Me either
I'm with Joanie as well. I couldn't wrote it any better. I was in tears with century story and then when you turned it all around it's such a positive way. You're really spoke to me. Natalie, you're such a blessing, more than you will ever realize. Thank you for allowing God to lead your path and bless all of us here. I don't think I ever leave a video without a seed or something you have planted. That makes me think or inspires me. Good not give up on the things that God has put in my pathway. Today, especially when you said how God can lead. You somewhere show you something and people can be those negative comments or distractions. My dear friend who was like a second mom to me. I couldn't hear her telling me the same thing that you would be saying. Bless you Natalie and your family.❤
I watch HGTV but just certain things but I can't wait till a NEW show comes out of Designs To The Nines! I am on the search for a new story from you! Wonderful job on the Star! Thank you for all you do
Your support truly warms my heart, Joanie! I appreciate you being on this journey with me and sharing such positive vibes. Love you too!
THIS is why I follow you, good to the core, always inspiring and uplifting others to be better, particularly to each other.
Thank you. I really appreciate that! 💕
I absolutely second this! So well said.
In looking at the contestants shown NONE have their own show, NONE are known designers and YOU are! So the heck with HGTV because it was their lost. I haven’t watched HGTV in years. Yet, I watch your channel almost every day. You won.
🎉🎉🎉🎉yEs🎉🎉🎉🎉
HGTV's loss our gain. You're a star in my eyes, sweet friend. I'm blessed you have me as a moderator. I love and enjoy every video you share.
I’m truly grateful for your support and for being such an amazing moderator! Your enthusiasm makes creating content even more rewarding!
I know this was years ago you did this, but their "NO" lead you to the great things you do on here and we get to see your creativity on here more than we ever would if you went through them. And you make some reallllly good coin doing what you do now. Plus you get to work with your husband and have that time together that most dont get bc of "life" and it's rough out here with cost of everything. So I believe God had you "canceled" on DS so that you could be where you are today! God has a plan and he always gets it right even though we dont understand why some things happen when they do, but later down the road we see His plan.❤
When we turn to our Savior. Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Father God and live 🙏 for Him, Our Heavenly Father guides every step we make, IF we turn it over to Him. ❤ 🙏 .
How Joyful that is!!! 🙏
Thank you for being you and saving your stardom for us to watch, along with all your amazing work. I’m glad you chose this path because you truly shine at this and are so genuine that it makes us able to relate to you. I love your episodes HGTV can’t compare!!
I truly appreciate your kind words and perspective! It’s a blessing to be able to create with my husband and share our journey with all of you.
After watching you for many years, learning your back story really illuminates who you are. Your genuine personality and honesty has always been so refreshing. You truely are a star, a strong and resilient woman. I am so proud to know your story and how it guided you to where you are now. So glad you took time out to nurture those kids - your most amazing creation. Huggs!
About 2 years after my most traumatic, dramatic, public project failure, I was chatting with a close friend and "the black weekend" came up. She said, "This is the first time you have laughed about that." To be truthful it was over 15 years ago and sometimes it still features in my nightmares. I learned a lot that weekend. I learned lots of stuff I never wanted to learn. But, here I am!
Oh my goodness, I can relate. Looking back on my painful experience I still cringe, but like you almost 20 years later, here I am.
It’s their loss! You are so talented and creative and blessed with many skills! You’re one of the best at what you do!!!
When I started watching your channel I couldn't remember where I had seen you and I remember Design Star. I felt so bad, you tried so hard and I was cheering for you. But it brought you to us and honestly I love love your channel and watch it every week. You ROCK!!
Thank you so much!! xoxo
I am so glad you did not get accepted on HGTV. Your show is 1000% better than theirs. You are so kind and care so much for your viewers who want to make crafts with you. You are real, they are fake. Keep spreading the joy!❤
NataLee, This is baring your soul before all of us. Very humbling. I love your channel. You are one of the first TH-cam designers that I ever started watching, and I am still following you today because you are just inspiring. I really think there is nothing that you can't do if you set your mind to it. Also, it is going to turn out beautiful when you are done with it. I know many others have said this, but I rarely watch anything on HGTV anymore. I used to love it, but as new shows came on, they were disappointing. My old favorites also seemed to change until I lost interest in them altogether. You are giving God the glory for your success, and really in the end, who is the most important? God is plain and simple. Keep doing what you are doing, and thank God every day that you were canceled by HGTV. Love you bunches! Terri❤❤❤❤❤
Exactly. If there wasn’t so much ridiculous drama on those shows, they’d probably be a lot more interesting. She’s definitely not the kind of person they need, she’s way too sweet and uplifting
Your TH-cam channel is more than a DIY show...it's a ministry. God bless you and yours.
I always thought highly of you, but after this episode, I truly love you. You are beautiful inside and out. God continue to bless you and your beautiful family. ❤
That means so much to me! 🙏
Amen & Amen!!! Natalee you really are a beautiful soul! GOD bless you and your family always!!!❣️ You are right where you are supposed to be! You are a shining star! ✨⭐️
I don’t watch any shows that bully people. I hate hate hate bullies!! You are such a great person and don’t deserve that kind of behavior from such arrogant people. ❤
I couldn't agree more. I don't find cruelty to be entertaining. It's just mean spirited.
Wow Natalie!! You just make me love you more. I've been watching you for a while now because I love your design sense and your courage. You empower me to try things I didn't know I could do. Thank you to HGTV for passing on Natalie and letting us have her on a more personal level. I'm truly grateful.
It’s so wonderful to have a husband who supports and uplifts you. I have one. We should all have one. ❤️
I have one, and he’s amazing! Wouldn’t want to do life without him! 🥰
You weren’t making excuses for the show outcome. It was exactly my perception of them. The producers create enmity with their questions, set you up to fail with not enough time or support and are brutal in the rejection. So no problem understanding the hell they created. Glad you came out the other side. And you put yourself out there, very brave.
I truly appreciate your understanding and support. It was a tough experience, but it feels good to know that others see the challenges too. Thank you for being so encouraging!
we all know how genuine, very smart you are. you dont need them sweetheart. keep smiling , and dont forget "you are more powerful than you know" ❤❤
Thank you for the story!! You're one of my faves on TH-cam! I used to be an HGTV addict, way back in the days when it was actually crafts and decor (any one remeber those days?). It changed to something I no longer enjoy, and haven't watched in years! But here you are, and I'm watching you as much as I can! Thank you for being you!!
I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes. I felt like you were talking straight to me! You're so humble yet confident at the same time and you truly do want all of us to achieve our goals and dreams. Thank you NataLee for all the love and confidence that you give. I feel like we are best friends!
Aw, that's so sweet! We are friends! Thank you for watching. 💕
I really enjoy your channel, I am 67 yrs old and this summer I helped my brother flip a condo and build a shed. Watching you encouraged me to believe I could these things. I made plenty of mistakes but thankfully my bother was a patient teacher. You are correct in saying “you are more powerful than you know”. I also love to see your relationship with your husband and the way you giggle with him.
That’s so awesome that you were able to help your brother with his projects! I'm glad my channel was able to inspire you. 😊
I used to watch that program and the judges in my opinion, were not decorators I would have ever hired. I hated the way they treated contestants and quit watching the shows. You don’t have to beat up people like that. With that said, you are not the kind of person to be in the “Hollywood “ atmosphere. I love your channel and you are very talented!❤❤ God Bless You,
Ohh my goodness, the end of this video hit me hard, Natalee thank you so much for your words of encouragement and support on reminding us that we should never give up on our dreams and never put them in hands of people unworthy or people that just don’t believe you can’t make it happen. God bless your beautiful heart.
I thoroughly enjoyed this! I love how you interspersed the storytelling with the project. Professional hurt is no joke. It can take years to get over. So glad you found your way!
Natalie, you had a plan and God had a plan. He always wins out!! You are so wonderfully talented!!
I love your work. ...but more than that, I love your personality!!!
You are so inspiring!
I can't thank you enough for sharing this story. I'm sure it wasn't easy. But you really helped me on a day I am falling apart.
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾Sending you a world full of prayers and peace.
Okay, where are those judges now? I think David Bromstad is the only person from that show to survive and is still on HGTV. Love the star! You aren't bragging. You are proud of yourself, which you should be.
And he is getting more and more flamboyant
@@rosefarr2748 Amen to that and the tats!!!!
This episode truly touched me. So many times I have allowed others to dim my light, and honestly I have also done it myself, believing in the outside voices and the ones inside my head. I KNOW this is not what God wants or sees, He sees us perfectly. Thank you for reminding us today that we are enough and together building each other up we can move mountains. You are amazing! Thank you for picking yourself up and coming to us. We are blessed, and in turn you were too.❤
Thank you so much. Yes tears, not because you lost but because of all you have given us. Your POWER shines brighter than that star.
Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Such a great testimony! When I discovered TH-cam DIY videos during covid, you were my first "subscribe!" At age 77, I'm in a season of transition because of health issues and struggling to find a new path. Thank you for reminding me, it's never too late!
Never to late! Go get'em!
Can I say that the star is beautiful, but your message in this episode is so much more beautiful. I too spent many years investing in my children and will never regret that. However., I spent it with a man who truly was a narcissist that ridiculed and stole my dreams & joy. It ended in a messy divorce. I have spent years on healing and finding myself again
The kids are grown & flown so I am free to pursue my dreams again. Thank you for a message that God has used to remind me of my worth. May God richly bless you Natalee.
"neither cast ye your pearls before swine"...this resonated with me as you were speaking about basically not giving away your dreams to the wrong person. God truly shines through you, NataLee. Wonderful video. And the star is beautiful.
Thank you, that means so much to me. 🙏
Wow, NataLee! What an experience you had with HGTV. It sounded horrible. Very horrible and inhumane. You deserved so much better! You are and always have been a star in my eyes! I love this project star you’ve designed, it is beautiful.
It is people like YOU that have built TH-cam to what it is today…talent and persistence have paid off.
We love you and are super proud of how far you've come on this channel... AND NO DRAMA!!! Just love ❤️ keep shining your star!!!!
You remind me of myself many years ago. What I know at almost 70 years old is, Life is a journey , it's not a place you arrive. If I can give any wisdom to younger ladies it would be: Other people' opinions are just that. Those opinions come from where ever they are in their life. If you are willing to learn, change and grow with each new experience life is will be rewarding. Problems and conflict only get better when find your center, can have a honest discussion, be able to listen and compromise with sincerity and most of all be able to set boundaries. You so fun to watch. Thank you for sharing your life. That takes courage.💞💞💞 oh by the way I love the star!
Natalie, as many years as I’ve been watching you, I could’ve told you THOSE ARE NOT YOUR PEOPLE. I auditioned for a show in NY once. What people see on tv is so different from what actually goes on behind the scenes. I was embarrassed and humiliated on national tv. I still get teased to this day by people in my hometown. It’s ok. I got to be on tv and they didn’t. 😂 I don’t really even watch home design shows on tv anymore. I always want to come to TH-cam to see what Natalie is doing! Seriously!! You and a few others have become almost like friends who come to my house on Saturdays and help me clean and decorate. I almost feel like I know you. Anyway… you’re right where you need to be. You just stay as sweet as you are and keep letting Jesus’s light shine ✨ THIS is your avenue for ministry.
You are the Queen of DIY design. I have been watching you for years. Really loved you sharing your story/journey. ❤
All those competition shows should have been called Humiliation Shows. I could never watch them. I felt so bad for the people who were trying so hard. Bravo you for trying learning and getting through it. ❤❤❤❤Love your project! Let your light shine bright!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I can't watch them either. They're just negative and mean spirited.
Hmmm. I didn’t even know they were still on air. I cancelled them years ago and never looked back. Glad you are here. Still available to us. Keep shining woman! We love you and your light.
You know - that HGTV gig...that would have been a flash in the pan - but this YT gig...it's more of a career, and truer to WHO YOU ARE! I LOVE THIS CHANNEL! I'm so glad HGTV missed out on you, because it's OUR WIN!
You didn't need their "star" because you can build your own and share with us how to make our own as well. Thank you for sharing your star with us. Your episode brought me to tears. Very touching.
Thank you so much! I feel so blessed to have this amazing community! 💖
I am grateful HGTV didn't keep you. Your light shines so bright and we get to benefit from it. You are such a joy to watch and learn from. Thank you for being on You Tube!
I used to watch HGTV back in the '90s for about a decade but now I don't even own a TV! I do own a phone though and found you on TH-cam! I've been following you for nearly the last 5 years, since the beginning of the pandemic. Hearing your backstory, it makes sense why you want to lift others up with your encouragement and positivity, Natalee. You really are a shining star! Thank you for being a positive influencer on the Internet, and please don't forget the Midwest (hint hint: Chicago perhaps?!) for a future meet and greet?? 💚 Mad respect for what you do, and to your hubby, for being your partner and support. 💚
I’m so glad that your path took you in a different direction from HGTV. I love watching all of your videos, new and old. And you do have a close nip following we all love you and I personally am very glad you come in and visit me. It makes my heart happy, and you are doing a great job. Love you.
I so enjoy your content and your personality. I have been watching you for a while now even though I have never cut a board. When you projected your star on the wood, it reminded me that 48 years ago my husband's co-worker drew a teddy bear surrounded by alphabet blocks and we projected it on the wall in the nursery. I traced it and painted it and it turned out lovely. A couple of years later, we sold the home and our realtor said that the nursery was what sold the house to a couple expecting their first baby. You brought back a lovely memory. Thanks so much for all you do. 😊
Oh my goodness, that’s so cool! Thanks for sharing your sweet memory! 🙏
You are the real deal, HGTV, not so much. I haven't watched it in years, but I look forward to your videos with great anticipation. Keep doing the good work you are doing. You entertain, inspire, teach and embolden each and every one of your viewers. Thank you for that.
I haven’t watched HGTV in YEARS! I’m glad you hang out with us and not them. I’m excited for everyone who’ll get to meet her at the lantern festivle, but.. am I the only one who thought she was going to announce she was pregnant?
☺️ no. That would be pretty crazy though!
I love what you do Natalie. You have inspired me more than you will ever know. My husband is sick of my talking about you and your projects. Thank you for being you.
Aw, that means so much to me! Thank you so much for watching! 💖
Natalie you really touched me tonight. At 70 years old, I needed that reminder. The best is yet to come❤
Bless you
I am so glad I could help! Keep shining! 💕⭐️
@designedtothenines
BTW, I think I remember you from that show. Loved the short hair. I don't watch regular TV anymore. It's all so negative.
Natalee, you are the light that shines brightly for all those who cross your path. God bless you, girl! ❤
Natalie, this was such a fun video.. I didn’t know any of that (about HGTV) .
I love your videos, I love that you’re a christian, I think you are SO TALENTED.. how could you ever think any differently!
You’re beautiful inside and out.. GIRL, you’re way too GOOD for HGTV!!
You won, they did you a favor, you’re so much BETTER!!
Beautiful star, WOW did that turn out FABULOUS !!
Gods rejection is just him
redirecting!! ❤❤❤
Where do I begin? First, you are so adorable, both back then and now! Second, those shows should not be allowed to exist! Period! I'm so glad you came through that and landed here. And i thank you for sharing this with your audience. I bet HGTV is eating crow today! ❤👍🙂🇨🇦
Hi Natalee, I do remember seeing you on that show. You are an inspiration more than you will ever know. I'm glad you were re-directed and because of the redirection, you NOW have your OWN CHANNEL that inspires others, you're the boss, you set your own hours and make money stress free with exposure to other companies who watch, that pay you to advertise their products. God would not want you to be-little another person from questions asked (in different ways) for ratings AND "reality tv", which is a set up for failure. I'm glad you are free to share your gifts and talents on TH-cam (Jeremiah 29:11). I will be purchasing the Athena drill in the near future. Thank you for sharing, as I am on a journey that God is directing me as well. Blessings to you and your family. Oh, BTW I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the STAR, which you are......Strong Talented Artistic Resilient
I've been watching you for years. Your husband is a true partner in every sense. Thank you for sharing you!
Your story is so inspiring! So glad to have found your channel. HGTV’s loss is our gain. Thank you for encouraging us to reach our potential. It matters ❤️🙏
You’re too kind! Thank you for the support! 😊
Sweet NataLee, I’m so sorry to hear that you experienced that hurt as a part of your journey! I love that quote by Jamie! Thanks for being so vulnerable and sharing your inspirational story!
Thank you so much!
What a special story. Brought tears to my eyes. You are a very special lady. We are so fortunate to have you do what you do. We look very young.❤
I missed this episode, and yet only yesterday I had you on thinking how much joy and love you bring to the world. We need more genuine souls expressing who they truly are. People need more light and joy. Thank you for being you!
Your kind words warm my heart. Thank you for being a part of this amazing community! 💕
So NOW I KNOW why I haven't watched HGTV IN YEARRRRRS!!😝 BUT I'VE ALWAYS WATCHED YOU & a FEW OTHERS on YT!! If you ONLY KNEW how BEAUTIFUL of an INSPIRATION you are to SOOO MANY PEOPLE!! 🥰 THANK YOU, for listening to GOD, and staying your AUTHENTIC, BEAUTIFUL, INNOVATIVE, FUNNY, SELF!!!😍🙏🏽 💕Don't EVER STOP DOING WHAT MAKES YOU SMILE🤩.... IT'S CONTAGIOUS!! 🥰💕
Wow Natalee! You ARE the slogan - no DIY to big or to small... That star is humongous! And beautiful! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing that experience of yours, with us. After this video I'm even a bigger fan of you personally and Design to the nines. ❤
I truly appreciate your support! It means the world to me that you enjoyed the video and feel more connected to me. Thank you for being part of this journey!
You didn't get canceled in my book! You are the bestest! Thanks for sharing your talents with us.
i have had many disappointments. i swear, at the time it was their loss. Years later. i realized that either there was something to learn, or i was going wrong about it all. we each have our journeys and i experienced...if you will; cant move to the next step until you learn and surrender what you thought and welcome what is supposed to be/become.
I want to say there "LOSS our GAIN "" your an amazing lady and if it wasnt for you i wouldn't of had a clue how to put a run down home together, now lots of my friends and daughter in-law say my home looks like something out of a designer magazine. Thank you for giving me the confidence to do things, your hubby and children have a very talented wife & mum
Thank you Natalee ❤
Fron one of your subscribers in the UK 🇬🇧 xx
What a beautiful personal story! Those shows where they excoriate and humiliate contestants is disgusting. Saying you can’t reach out to family and the isolation is cruel. Two days to design a room is utterly impossible. And here you are, a star on YT. Congratulations of your journey and success ❤🙌👏
Oh wow! Yeah, I remember seeing you! Of all the seasons I could’ve tuned in to watch, I did watch that season! That’s an amazing experience…except that you made yourself sick. I imagine that it is highly stressful. Well, I’m glad you’re here now, here with us. Your talent shines bright. You made it without them!❤
NataLee, you are incredible! You're such a kind, caring, and selfless person for sharing your challenging HGTV experience. As your father said, your calling is truly to inspire and uplift others. You have a genuine desire to help women see their worth and potential, and you lift them up in such a powerful way. I love everything you do and appreciate you so much! Thank you! ❤
NataLee, You are more than a Design Star- you are something so much more important. You are a creator, inspirer, supporter, and motivator of all of us- your community of Design Stars.
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So glad you are with us! Their loss…our gain! Love you so much! ♥️♥️♥️♥️
NataLee, I'm not even sure how I found your YT channel but I am so glad I did because I have loved your content, your bubbly personality and you rock every design project you've done! Thank you for sharing your story about Design Star, but I'm so happy you have found the direction God brought you to and sometimes it's the bad or disappointing things in life that we must go through to find where we really belong and I believe you're so much happier with where you are now. God bless you!!
Thank you so much! You are so sweet!
Your star build is beautiful , YOU are so AMAZING . YOU make your followers feel like we could also do beautiful projects ! You are such a wonderful kind person , I am so happy to have you as a creator of beautiful design in my life . THANK YOU !
Thank you for sharing your experience and I’m so glad for you and all of us that you found your home on TH-cam ❤❤❤
Such a beautiful story!! I drank in every single moment - your story and your project are so inspirational! Thanks for sharing the motivation to keep going. I'm a 61 years old woman with a TH-cam channel. I appreciate your encouragement to keep going with my dream!
One of your best attributes is how genuine and relatable you are! Thank you for you!!
I really needed this today! We are trying to move to the Dunedin area in the spring and we're hitting some roadblocks. I'm positive we can overcome them, but I needed some inspiration today! You did that! Thanks!
I am so glad you enjoyed it! I hope the spring move goes well!
Oh NataLee! My tear ducts are thoroughly clean. Amazing story. Thank you for sharing this personal agonizing time. I feel it was an extremely important move on your part. You touched my heart and I am sending this episode to my sister. SHINE ON Lady! Ellen
Thank you for sharing your incredible journey! And I love the connection you made to Disney’s “Wish”. I agree - the star needs to go on the wall, somehow ❤⭐️
Don't ever let anyone dim your light. You are an inspiration, it doesn't have to be high end to make your house a home. I'm in my late 60s and hire people to do projects but in my young years I built my first home along with my husband at 26. Then moved back to our home town. I renovated a home that was in disrepair and renovated sold at a profit. Bought another and renovated. Katrina took that home. Bought another home post Katrina did updates and we're now retired and done. I love you're real.
I used to watch that program and the judges in my opinion, were not decorators I would have ever hired. I hated the way they treated contestants and quit watching the shows. You don’t have to beat up people like that. With that said, you are not the kind of person to be in the “Hollywood “ atmosphere. I love your channel and you are very talented!❤❤
I stopped watching that series because I always felt that they were basically not giving the designers enough time and money do do their projects and 90 percent of the time I really disliked the end results.
I’m so glad I found your channel and think you’re great! Keep up the awesome work!
I am so glad you put out a whole episode about it. I was always curious about 👍🏻
You touched my heard. We are sooo lucky to have you with us on youTube. ❤❤❤❤
I'm sorry this has happen to you. I love your channel on here. You are amoung the top 2% as far as I'm concerned!!
This might just be the most honest, vulnerable, authentic and inspirational media production I have ever seen. EVER! And it’s all because YOU are those things. May God bless you and your family over and above how you have blessed others through the years with your channel and with this video! Thank you so much….
❤~Dear Natalie, nobody is watching HGTV! ~We've all found our favorites (like you) on "Utube"😅!👍😂
..The only HGTV I watch are my favs (Unsellables & no demo reno) & I
watch them on "Utube" only! 😂🤣
~You are wonderful!❤⭐
Too much agendas pushed on mainstream tv nowadays anyway!! God did you and all of us a favor ❤ Your smile and positive spirit is an inspiration
Thank you so much! I appreciate your support! 💕
You are such a sweet caring woman. I love watching every one of your videos. You not only teach people how to make things and how to make a home a beautiful place to live but you help people help themselves when it comes to their health or life problems by telling your life stories. I think that really helps a lot of people deal with their life problems better. Keep doing the wonderful videos you do. Thank you for all that you do.
I am so glad you’ve found the videos helpful! I’m so grateful for your support. 💕keep shining 🌟
When my design clients mention television shows, I politely tell them that these shows are entertainment created to sell commercial advertisements.
Wow, I'm really sorry you went through that. It's great that you were able to earn your degree & move past such a traumatic situation. We're all so happy to watch you on TH-cam
Canceled? You? The very nerve of them! I’m waiting here for an explanation!
And it better be a good one…HGTV design star.
Aww Nat, you made me cry, you are such an inspiration and a lovely human being. Making the star is so appropriate because you light up so many lives. Just keep on doing you, don't change xx
You are too kind! It means a lot to me to hear that!🥰
Hmmmmmm, once upon a time I loved watching HGTV....then they went woke and I stopped and don't miss it. But I do watch you now and love what you do...❤
Missy, the smile on yout face means the world to me! I have no confidence or self-esteem. But watching you for a long time you really got me to straighten my shoulders and not feel so sorry for myself! BLESS YOU!❤
You are amazing! Keep shining! 💕
God bless your supportive husband!
He's the best! 💖
I never really watched HGTV during those years. I never seen you until on you tube. I love watching you. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Your wonderful and a caring person, and I love your sharing so much with us. You have great taste and style.
Thanks so much! I really appreciate that. 😊
Natalie, I'm so so happy that you just kept doing your thing on TH-cam!!
Those judges on HGTV are just plain mean, and being bullies!! If they have watched you now they will know you are the queen of DIYs now!!
This breaks my heart that they made you feel so awful!! I think they did it to make themselves look better than you, well honey it didn't work!!! Yes they were complete A$_&$ holes and you kept your composer, and I love love, love you for that!!
You have proven you are too good for a commercial channel. I enjoy watching all of your episodes. You are the best. Thanks for sharing your ability and cheerful disposition.
HGTV is canceled and you are still here. Being nice pays out more.
This was one of your best videos I have ever seen. Not only for the diy of your awesome star, or the story of your television debut, but for what you represent to all of us in your TH-cam community. You are a wonderful person. You are always positive and upbeat and I love how you’re always not afraid to laugh at yourself and not take life so seriously. I always look forward to seeing what you have in the next video. God bless.
I truly appreciate your kind words; it means the world to me that you enjoy the content I create! 🙏