Okay, I am going to add a long comment. I am feeling emotional watching this video, even though I watched you demo this house with bare hands (and some tools), but this video just made me happy to live at a time where women can achieve whatever they set their minds to, and that men can be in a supportive role. Also, I teach 2 year olds, and honestly, watching you trying to make things with the spirit of experimentation, where you don't know exactly what to do yet, but you know you can figure it out--that is everything I want children to learn in my classroom. It is why we spend the day playing. That is what I think of when I see you building kitchen cabinets, and again, it brings me joy. So thank you, and enjoy your trip!
I'm nearly 60 and worked in the building industry as an architectural technician. When I started out after college, there were so few women in the business and we were treated as a rarity with men kind of looking down on us a bit as if we couldn't possibly know anything about the construction industry by simply not being men. We had to work twice as hard to prove that we were equal to any man and in fact better than a hell of a lot of them. Once they saw we could do it, we earned their respect and it was never an issue after that. Some still looked on us as a threat, but most treated us as equals. Nowadays there are loads of women in the business and no one bats an eye. Thank goodness times have changed and women like MaCenna have shown that gender does not matter, it's passion and determination that work and women are just as good as if not better than men as we usually have a greater eye for detail.
What a gracious and humble comment/ compliment! Agree 💯 but I also think you deserve credit where credit is due working with and teaching children "2 year olds," what a formative time...those parents are very blessed to have such a caring, attentive teacher they've entrusted their children with! Blessings to you for loving and caring for these children!😊❤️
Romeo’s commentary is incredibly sweet. You can tell how much he loves you and appreciates/admires your talents. So much support! You are so inspiring MaCenna!!! Also.. huge props to you for still posting videos while traveling! ♥️♥️
I have a 10' ceiling with original floor to ceiling cabinets in my 104 yo home. I DIY'd a library ladder to reach the upper cabinets. ♥️ I'd include a pic, if I could figure out how. The ladder is a favorite feature by all who visit my home. 😊
My goodness! Even though I've been watching this remodel since the beginning -- I don't think I fully grasped the height of the ceilings until (about 3 minutes in) when you stood next to the windows/doorways. Something about the drywall makes them look SO much higher. Things are getting real exciting!!!
Me too, and the height of the cabinets as a result. Are you going to have rolling stairs like they have in libraries to get to the top shelves? I'm 5'2" and I maybe could reach the bottom shelves:)
If those windows get sun, it would be neat to have window boxes filled with herbs in there so you’d have fresh herbs for Romeo’s culinary experiences. 😊
I love how supportive Romeo is. You 2 are an excellent team. You complement one another so well. ❤️🥰 I hope that you 2 are having so much fun on your trip!
Be aware that your fridge needs 1/2 inch or so room on each side for the doors to pivot open. With the door open straight where it looks like its an extension of the sides it actually sticks out a little farther. A 36 inch fridge won't fit into a 36 inch space unless the front extends past the depth of the wall or cabinets next to it.
Your attention to detail and ability to just get things done and just everything about you is incredible. I need just a tiny bit of your energy! You amaze me.
MaCenna---your double door frig....the left side handle will hit the wall, and you won't be able to open it all the way. You'll need a 4-6" spacer between frig and wall. We learned the hard way
MaCenna you never cease to amaze!! You are such a gem and so fun to watch as you navigate through all the things. You make me want to do things I've never done before and the amount of support and admiration you receive from Romeo is just so adorable and wholesome!! You guys are actual goals for real! Sending you all the love! Hope you both are having a blast and getting some much needed rest on your trip! ❤❤❤
One must be very good in geometry measurement to build like this! MaCenna is a critical thinker artist/designer and a visionary mathematician rolled into one. Such a gifted person! I am always in awe.
I’m going to be doing a self build HOPEfully next year... that includes most of the construction and finishing work. I’ve been going back and forth between buying my cabinets or doing them myself. I really want to do them myself. Thanks for this video! It’s not a tutorial necessarily but it makes the idea of building my own as a “noob” a little more approachable than watching a tutorial of someone who’s done it a hundred times.
Totally and completely amazing, MaCenna, you took on floor to ceilin copboards. You are bringing diy to a whole new level. I love the beautiful old house and that you are restoring its former glory while adding necessary modern tweaks. If you have a burn out day, just remember we are sending you "atta girl" support so you can push forward and create you dream.
MaCenna you're not just a DIYer you are a woodworker and carpenter! You've worked so hard and developed so many skills, 'DIY' does you a disservice! Amazing job!
Always so impressed at how great you are at learning skills and improving your skills each time. Not only are you an amazing designer, you are also becoming a great carpenter. Thanks for bringing us along on your journey
I loved how you drew it out for us over the video to explain @7:09 it helps to visualize it with you, it’s going to be beautiful!!!! hope you’re enjoying your trip ♥️
I love how you’re willing to just try this build and learn as you go. Now you are inspiring me to do the same with my cabinets! Imagine how much money it saves. Thanks Macenna!! Hope you’re loving Europe 😊
Vraiment bravo Macenna!!! Tu as des doigts d'or!!! Votre maison sera d'autant plus belle que c'est toi qui aura effectué la plupart des travaux !!!! Tu es une véritable inspiration !!!!. Kiss from France.
Having just finished renovating a kitchen in a 1925 house, the hardest part is attaching the cabinets to the walls. Older homes have wonky walls! Getting them plumb and level takes a lot of shims!
You were putting together those boxes and girl I got emotional😭 We as viewers have seen you learn so many skills with such care and bravery. It is truly admirable. Love this🥰
You are so talented. I can't wait to see the kitchen finished, as a matter of fact the whole house. I love the way Romeo is with you too. You both are very inspiring when it comes to remodeling your home. I like the way you know when to use contractors and when you know you can do it yourself. MaCenna you inspire women all over the world. Love you guys...
Idk why buuuut this seems like the MOST impressive thing you’ve done yet. No clue why I never even imagined someone DIY’ing their own cabinets lol! Kudos, they look stellar! ✨👏🏼❤️
Hope you’re enjoying your vacation with Romeo! I am so excited to see how your kitchen turns out. I am looking to redo my kitchen in the near future and am on the same page as you with your style of design and look to you for so much inspiration. Thank you for letting me be a part of your journey!
Hi girl, It’s so, amazing to see you building your first cabinet. Go girl! The cabinets came out great. I love seeing you and your Mom working together. It’s awesome to see. The sweat and tears you guys put into this home. By the time your done is going to be one beautiful cottage. Stay safe. Have a good night. God Bless you guys!! Xo 😘 Making your dreams come true must be amazing to see!! Xo 😘💗🦋💓💕💖
Macenna your work ethic is a model for success! So professional we wouldn't ever know you were on holiday. Your kitchen is going to be so well thought out, functional and of course, beautiful! I'm doing a kitchen next year with reclaimed cabinets and you are my inspiration!
Macenna churning out kitchen cabinets like a baker that churns out cakes. Wow, I am going to have to practice some woodworking now, you have me all inspired.
First off: Girrrrrl, you are *killing* it!!! Those cabinets are gorgeous, and I cannot WAIT to see how they turn out. Where to begin with what I love about this video: 1) Your vulnerability about the learning process, and how you’re not afraid to make mistakes. You are going to be a reno GODDESS when you are finished with this renovation!!! 2) How Romeo supports you and cheers you on??? 😍 I love when he said, “It’s been a long while since you’ve done a DYI like this,” and I agree. It’s just as fun for us to watch you get into your creative process as much as I’m sure it is for you to do it. 3) The concept of DYI cabinetry to make this kitchen EXACTLY what you want it to be. Your are not beholden to prefab anything. 👏🏻 Looove!!! I hope you are having the creative vacation of your dreams and can’t wait to hear what inspired you on your European trip. 🥰🤗
She is talented and is perfect at it all. This is a massive job and taken it in her strive. Hope u are having fun in Europe and the weather in London has been great this week so hopefully you got to enjoy some of it
Thank you so much for posting this! The other "beginner" and "Easy" videos I saw before this were overwhelming with tool use and language. I feel confident after seeing your video!
So exciting to see the progress! Since you’re building the cabinets yourself, you can put in so many drawers!! Much more useful than too many base cabinets with doors-
As someone with a refrigerator against a wall similar to yours, it can be such a pain not to open the doors all the way! (90 degrees doesn’t ever “feel” like it because if the shelving on the doors. Hopefully yours turn out perfectly! I can’t wait to see!
Omg a friday video! Girl, you never made me so happy. I needed this today to get my mind off things. As always, you are the best at what you do, I'm sure your house will look amazing! Hope you guys are having fun in Europe, have a safe and fun trip 😊
I sat watching this video with my jaw dropping. I have read the comments from other viewers. Your enthusiasm and joy while making your cabinetry is clear to see. Apart from all the other things being said I really appreciate your willingness to do the research, to find out how to master the skills needed. You hit a snag so your "return to the books". We should all be doing this.
Loving the layout of your kitchen! Just be sure your fridge doors will fully open on the left next to the wall. Crazy how thick the doors are and how much clearance you need. I will be rethinking my fridge style next time.
McCenna, you are an amazing DIYer! Cabinet maker too!!! You and Romeo made a dynamic duo, plus your mama is a super supporter of your efforts. Hope that you are having an wonderful time in Europe!
Love it! Before building the cabinet over the fridge, check the instructions of yours to see if it requires a minimum distance from the fridge to the walls/cabinets, because mine does and maybe you haven't checked yours yet!
You are so inspiring-- you're willing to tackle any project, even when you've never done it before and don't have someone by your side to 'show you the ropes.'
Oh I'm so excited about the makeovers. Hope you're having an amazing time in Europe. Sometimes I feel so proud of your progress, it motivates me. So thank you ❤️
You are one amazing young woman. The cabinets are coming out awesome. I hope that you and Romeo are having the best time in Europe. Enjoy, have fun and be safe. Love you both.❤
OMG you blow me away with how clever you are. I would never attempt anything like you have. It's great to see Romeo supporting you. I can't wait to see the house finished 😀❤️
You are amazing and an inspiration. And you do all this with excitement , full of joy and love. Thank you for sharing your gifts and talents to all of us. I enjoy watching your channel. You are a beautiful person - inside and out. You definitely have a beautiful family as well- “ your Momma, your dad , Romeo And of course- Kinsley
GJ macenna! you're doing so well. I know I'm a year "late" but not only are you powering through those challenges the renovation process throws at you, you also let us in on your journey. I loved how you drew into the video the plan of your cabinets, refridgerator .... that helps a lot. Doing so well on all levels. I hope you took some breaks in between or at least are now enjoying the cottage in full.
Powering through those cabinets is so inspiring. Absolutely. (I would love to know time/cost for each.) My husband and I recently bought a house to make our “vacation” house. We gutted it and are just in the process of framing a few extra things and cutting walls out.
I think time will depend on the person's level of experience, and will improve as you go, just like MaCenna did. The sheets of wood she got were $64 each, and she bought 20. Add in the pockethole screws, hardware, etc., and I bet the savings are incredible compared to custom cabinets!
Macenna, this is probably one of the most inspirational video of yours. Making your own kitchen!!! I’m in awe of you, with how you can learn these skills yourself and apply them in real life, but also because you aren’t afraid to take risks that other people wouldn’t dream of attempting. I cannot wait for the rest of the kitchen videos. Regards, Callum
This is amazing! DIYing cabinetry sounds so intense but it looks like you’re doing an incredible job! It is very inspiring. I can’t wait to see the finished look.
I feel nothing but awe looking at this video. You are a rock star and a true inspiration for so many women around the world, including myself. Your house is going to be epic and full of so many wonderful memories and experiences and last but not least shock full of love. You should be so proud of yourself with what you have accomplished this far and as I said, I'm in awe! I hope you are having a wonderful vacation in Europe, it's been so much fun following you over on IG stories!
I love old cabinetry that looks built in with inset doors. So in that case your face frames are last to go in. Basically you build the furniture with the different drawer openings, cabinets, etc… and then put the the face frame on. Your cabinets will be so sturdy with the 3/4 plywood. Many manufacturers use the particle board sides. ☹️
What a joy it is to see you learn, put together these cabinets and stand back and admire. You are one talented chick! Can’t wait to see this house completed. It’s going to be fabulous because you put in your blood, sweat, and tears. It will be ALL worth it !!! I’m not sure you will ever want to leave it for LA……. Well, maybe a visit to LA now and then!!!! Lol
I'm impressed. I've always thought cabinets are the last thing to DIY, you've proved them wrong. Smart to build them so sturdy, we thrift so we can spend the money where it counts.
I hope you are having a great time in Europe, McCenna and Romeo. Thank you for making these videos ahead of time for us to be able to see in your absences. Please give Queen Elizabeth my regards and tell her I am praying about her health concerns. 🇬🇧LONG LIVE THE QUEEN! 🇬🇧 I just finished watching the whole video. Mc Cenna…you are amazing!!!! JOB WELL DONE!!!!!🪜🪚🛠
Way to go Macenna! You go girl. Cabinets are looking great. Elisha English is also building her Kitchen cabinets as well, so I'm getting double duty on building kitchen cabinets. Your right, by the way, having the right tools make all the difference in the world. Hope your having a wonderful vacation and looking forward to you coming home and continuing your renovation.
I’m in my early 30s and your videos have given me so much gumption to do so many home projects myself when I normally wouldn’t think I could. Thank you for being such an inspiration to us ladies 💛
The cabinets look fantastic! I'm not sure if you have a plan yet for installing/making the drawers, but drawers and drawer slides have always made me super nervous because it seems really difficult, but I recently saw some videos of people using a different jig from Kreg made specifically for installing drawer slides so everything lines up and is even - it looks super easy! Might be worth checking out if you don't already have a plan for that. Love your videos!
The gift God has given you is amazing to watch. Your house is going to be awesome, everything you do is so inspiring ❤. Enjoy your trip you've earned it and then some!!! Women there ain't nothing you can't do!
I love your channel :) With your kitchen design, I am wondering if the left door (as you face it) of your french door refrigerator will have room to open all the way? It looks like it's up against the side wall. You're probably way ahead of that already.... Hope you are having a wonderful time in Europe!
I'm so excited that you're building your own cabinets! People do it so often for vans, but I've never watched someone build all of them for their house!!
It's so nice to see how careful you are to make them just right! Really looking forward to seeing this kitchen come to life! ♥️ Have fun in Europe (waving at you from across the Netherlands right now 😉)
I love and admire all the enthusiasm behind each of your projects! It’s also so heartwarming to see how supportive your parents and Romeo are. So sweet 🧡
Your cabinet building skills are phenomenal! These cabinets if you were to have them made would be quadruple the cost of doing them yourself and would not even touch the quality of your DIY.
Woman, you absolutely amaze me what you can do! Making your own kitchen cabinets is absolutely mind blowing! You are an awesome woman! Love your videos! Also love your mama!
I'm so glad ur starting your cabinets!! I wanted to try making my own cabinets in the next few months and hope to learn from your work 🥰 hope y'all are having the best and most safe travels!!
Okay, I am going to add a long comment. I am feeling emotional watching this video, even though I watched you demo this house with bare hands (and some tools), but this video just made me happy to live at a time where women can achieve whatever they set their minds to, and that men can be in a supportive role. Also, I teach 2 year olds, and honestly, watching you trying to make things with the spirit of experimentation, where you don't know exactly what to do yet, but you know you can figure it out--that is everything I want children to learn in my classroom. It is why we spend the day playing. That is what I think of when I see you building kitchen cabinets, and again, it brings me joy. So thank you, and enjoy your trip!
Thanks for explaining how I also feel so well.woman rock.
Beautifully said Aliza!
I'm nearly 60 and worked in the building industry as an architectural technician.
When I started out after college, there were so few women in the business and we were treated as a rarity with men kind of looking down on us a bit as if we couldn't possibly know anything about the construction industry by simply not being men. We had to work twice as hard to prove that we were equal to any man and in fact better than a hell of a lot of them. Once they saw we could do it, we earned their respect and it was never an issue after that. Some still looked on us as a threat, but most treated us as equals.
Nowadays there are loads of women in the business and no one bats an eye. Thank goodness times have changed and women like MaCenna have shown that gender does not matter, it's passion and determination that work and women are just as good as if not better than men as we usually have a greater eye for detail.
this is exactly why i love her channel + the community around it so much! what a lovely comment, you seem like a great teacher
What a gracious and humble comment/ compliment! Agree 💯 but I also think you deserve credit where credit is due working with and teaching children "2 year olds," what a formative time...those parents are very blessed to have such a caring, attentive teacher they've entrusted their children with! Blessings to you for loving and caring for these children!😊❤️
You're so incredible and inspiring Macenna! Then to see Romeo in awe of you is so beautiful. You guys are the best! ❤
I just came here to see if anyone else recognized his total love for her. 🥰
I thought the same thing! You guys are couples goals for real!!!!
Romeo’s commentary is incredibly sweet. You can tell how much he loves you and appreciates/admires your talents. So much support! You are so inspiring MaCenna!!! Also.. huge props to you for still posting videos while traveling! ♥️♥️
Looks like you are going to need a 'library ladder' for you kitchen to get to those top cabinets. 😉 Have a wonderful vacation!
MaCenna's next build is a library ladder!! Stay tuned!!
Agreed. Maybe a DIY on a thrifted vintage ladder?
Love that idea - it will suit the whole vibe. We have high cupboards in our old rental and rely on step stools!
Lol, she will store all her flea market /thrift store items up there.
I have a 10' ceiling with original floor to ceiling cabinets in my 104 yo home. I DIY'd a library ladder to reach the upper cabinets. ♥️ I'd include a pic, if I could figure out how. The ladder is a favorite feature by all who visit my home. 😊
My goodness! Even though I've been watching this remodel since the beginning -- I don't think I fully grasped the height of the ceilings until (about 3 minutes in) when you stood next to the windows/doorways. Something about the drywall makes them look SO much higher. Things are getting real exciting!!!
Also, I love Romeo's little commentary in the background. We love a supportive man
Me too, and the height of the cabinets as a result. Are you going to have rolling stairs like they have in libraries to get to the top shelves? I'm 5'2" and I maybe could reach the bottom shelves:)
Yes I was wondering about having full height cabinets. How is MaCenna going to access them. She will need a stepladder.
Same!!
When I saw that shot I thought the exact same thing!
If those windows get sun, it would be neat to have window boxes filled with herbs in there so you’d have fresh herbs for Romeo’s culinary experiences. 😊
Bases of window sills can be topped with marble slab -- protective against moisture leaks from flower & plant pots.
I love how supportive Romeo is. You 2 are an excellent team. You complement one another so well. ❤️🥰 I hope that you 2 are having so much fun on your trip!
Be aware that your fridge needs 1/2 inch or so room on each side for the doors to pivot open. With the door open straight where it looks like its an extension of the sides it actually sticks out a little farther. A 36 inch fridge won't fit into a 36 inch space unless the front extends past the depth of the wall or cabinets next to it.
Very good point.
Good thought!
I plan to tell her about the fridge wold not able to open full... you bet me. I am glad you did..
not just that but it needs at least 5cm to ventilate on each side and 5 to 10cm in the back
i was about to comment that !!
Hope you’re having the best time in Europe! Thanks for keeping us updated on the house while you’re away 💗
Most Diffinately.. ❤️❤️🙀
Very generous to offer content whilst you're away. Girl, you impress me on SO many levels! 😊😘
Your attention to detail and ability to just get things done and just everything about you is incredible. I need just a tiny bit of your energy! You amaze me.
Girl... YOU NEED YOUR OWN TV SHOW!!! YOU ARE DOING AN AMAZING JOB!
Macenna, you are in your element when building things like the cabinets... you make it look so easy & interesting to watch!
I really enjoyed when you added the sketches as your were explaining where the kitchen cabinets were going to be! :)
MaCenna---your double door frig....the left side handle will hit the wall, and you won't be able to open it all the way. You'll need a 4-6" spacer between frig and wall. We learned the hard way
11:53 My favorite part! These Kreg jigs with the clamp are the only way to go. Yep, that’s why this is my favorite part!
MaCenna you never cease to amaze!! You are such a gem and so fun to watch as you navigate through all the things. You make me want to do things I've never done before and the amount of support and admiration you receive from Romeo is just so adorable and wholesome!! You guys are actual goals for real! Sending you all the love! Hope you both are having a blast and getting some much needed rest on your trip! ❤❤❤
The editing on this video is impeccable! I love seeing the live drawings as you walk through the space
Same! It was SO fun to see it actually played out as the showed it.
One must be very good in geometry measurement to build like this! MaCenna is a critical thinker artist/designer and a visionary mathematician rolled into one. Such a gifted person! I am always in awe.
I’m going to be doing a self build HOPEfully next year... that includes most of the construction and finishing work. I’ve been going back and forth between buying my cabinets or doing them myself. I really want to do them myself. Thanks for this video! It’s not a tutorial necessarily but it makes the idea of building my own as a “noob” a little more approachable than watching a tutorial of someone who’s done it a hundred times.
You can do it Kennie loo! 💪🙌😊✌
How much will the materials cost you for building them?
@@yasmin7903 well plywood is 65 a sheet, plus the screws so around 80 bucks.
@@MixedKidd I think she did not buy just ONE sheet though...
@@yasmin7903 but you obviously would multiply one sheet times as many cabinets you need.
I think it is amazing that you are doing the cabinets yourself!!!!! The words ( I can do this )should be a t-shirt with your logo XO, MACENNA
Totally and completely amazing, MaCenna, you took on floor to ceilin copboards. You are bringing diy to a whole new level. I love the beautiful old house and that you are restoring its former glory while adding necessary modern tweaks. If you have a burn out day, just remember we are sending you "atta girl" support so you can push forward and create you dream.
Omg hearing Romeo in the background was the sweetest!! So kind and supportive. We're all so proud of you lol
MaCenna you're not just a DIYer you are a woodworker and carpenter! You've worked so hard and developed so many skills, 'DIY' does you a disservice! Amazing job!
Always so impressed at how great you are at learning skills and improving your skills each time. Not only are you an amazing designer, you are also becoming a great carpenter. Thanks for bringing us along on your journey
I loved how you drew it out for us over the video to explain @7:09 it helps to visualize it with you, it’s going to be beautiful!!!! hope you’re enjoying your trip ♥️
I love how you’re willing to just try this build and learn as you go. Now you are inspiring me to do the same with my cabinets! Imagine how much money it saves. Thanks Macenna!! Hope you’re loving Europe 😊
Watching you build your cabinets was so empowering and special!
As I was watching you fearlessly tackle your first cabinet I literally said: wow! She's amazing!
Vraiment bravo Macenna!!! Tu as des doigts d'or!!! Votre maison sera d'autant plus belle que c'est toi qui aura effectué la plupart des travaux !!!! Tu es une véritable inspiration !!!!. Kiss from France.
i looooved when you were explaining the kitchen plan and the drawings started appearing, your editing is amazing!
OMG....I love the way you're showing how to build the cabinet. As a beginner, I feel more confident when I watch you and see that I can do this too.
I am so impressed with these cabinets and the patience you have to learn to build them yourself. What an inspiration! 👏🏻
Everything in this house you have put your stamp on and have touched. That is something to be proud of.
Having just finished renovating a kitchen in a 1925 house, the hardest part is attaching the cabinets to the walls. Older homes have wonky walls! Getting them plumb and level takes a lot of shims!
You were putting together those boxes and girl I got emotional😭 We as viewers have seen you learn so many skills with such care and bravery. It is truly admirable. Love this🥰
I've been watching Elisha English on her TH-cam channel build her kitchen from scratch too. Love to see the girls doing all the things.
Absolutely. These two women ROCK! I've been doing my kitchen as well, solo during the pandemic, & believe me, it has not been easy.
@@Vallentina0325 I bet it's not but good on you.
You are so talented. I can't wait to see the kitchen finished, as a matter of fact the whole house. I love the way Romeo is with you too. You both are very inspiring when it comes to remodeling your home. I like the way you know when to use contractors and when you know you can do it yourself. MaCenna you inspire women all over the world. Love you guys...
Idk why buuuut this seems like the MOST impressive thing you’ve done yet. No clue why I never even imagined someone DIY’ing their own cabinets lol! Kudos, they look stellar! ✨👏🏼❤️
I am FLOORED at your cabinetry building!!! You are such an inspiration. Those look incredible!!
Hope you’re enjoying your vacation with Romeo! I am so excited to see how your kitchen turns out. I am looking to redo my kitchen in the near future and am on the same page as you with your style of design and look to you for so much inspiration. Thank you for letting me be a part of your journey!
Hi girl, It’s so, amazing to see you building your first cabinet. Go girl! The cabinets came out great. I love seeing you and your Mom working together. It’s awesome to see. The sweat and tears you guys put into this home. By the time your done is going to be one beautiful cottage. Stay safe. Have a good night. God Bless you guys!! Xo 😘 Making your dreams come true must be amazing to see!! Xo 😘💗🦋💓💕💖
"you get better at everything the more you do them." so truuueee! we're always learning and getting tons of inspirations from you MaCenna! 😍
Macenna your work ethic is a model for success! So professional we wouldn't ever know you were on holiday. Your kitchen is going to be so well thought out, functional and of course, beautiful! I'm doing a kitchen next year with reclaimed cabinets and you are my inspiration!
Macenna churning out kitchen cabinets like a baker that churns out cakes. Wow, I am going to have to practice some woodworking now, you have me all inspired.
First off: Girrrrrl, you are *killing* it!!! Those cabinets are gorgeous, and I cannot WAIT to see how they turn out.
Where to begin with what I love about this video: 1) Your vulnerability about the learning process, and how you’re not afraid to make mistakes. You are going to be a reno GODDESS when you are finished with this renovation!!! 2) How Romeo supports you and cheers you on??? 😍 I love when he said, “It’s been a long while since you’ve done a DYI like this,” and I agree. It’s just as fun for us to watch you get into your creative process as much as I’m sure it is for you to do it. 3) The concept of DYI cabinetry to make this kitchen EXACTLY what you want it to be. Your are not beholden to prefab anything. 👏🏻 Looove!!!
I hope you are having the creative vacation of your dreams and can’t wait to hear what inspired you on your European trip. 🥰🤗
She is talented and is perfect at it all. This is a massive job and taken it in her strive.
Hope u are having fun in Europe and the weather in London has been great this week so hopefully you got to enjoy some of it
McKenna, you are my she'ro!!! You are doing an amazing job with all your projects. I am excited about going along with you through this renovation.
It's Romeo's awe at your skillset for me 😊 Like...that's my girl. Well done MaCenna...you should be proud. This video inspired me in so many ways ❤
Thank you so much for posting this! The other "beginner" and "Easy" videos I saw before this were overwhelming with tool use and language. I feel confident after seeing your video!
So exciting to see the progress! Since you’re building the cabinets yourself, you can put in so many drawers!! Much more useful than too many base cabinets with doors-
This was SO much fun to watch! Women can do anything!!!!
As someone with a refrigerator against a wall similar to yours, it can be such a pain not to open the doors all the way! (90 degrees doesn’t ever “feel” like it because if the shelving on the doors. Hopefully yours turn out perfectly! I can’t wait to see!
Super impressive that you are jumping into making your own cabinets! My younger me envies you, my older me is in awe!
Omg a friday video! Girl, you never made me so happy. I needed this today to get my mind off things. As always, you are the best at what you do, I'm sure your house will look amazing! Hope you guys are having fun in Europe, have a safe and fun trip 😊
I sat watching this video with my jaw dropping. I have read the comments from other viewers. Your enthusiasm and joy while making your cabinetry is clear to see. Apart from all the other things being said I really appreciate your willingness to do the research, to find out how to master the skills needed. You hit a snag so your "return to the books". We should all be doing this.
Loving the layout of your kitchen! Just be sure your fridge doors will fully open on the left next to the wall. Crazy how thick the doors are and how much clearance you need. I will be rethinking my fridge style next time.
I feel like a proud mom watching her, lol.. I'm all emotional. Macenna I just didn't know they made gems like you anymore. 🌻😌
MaCenna has been the biggest inspiration for me this past year, we can do anything we put our mind to as long as we work hard to improve on it. :)
McCenna, you are an amazing DIYer! Cabinet maker too!!! You and Romeo made a dynamic duo, plus your mama is a super supporter of your efforts. Hope that you are having an wonderful time in Europe!
Love it! Before building the cabinet over the fridge, check the instructions of yours to see if it requires a minimum distance from the fridge to the walls/cabinets, because mine does and maybe you haven't checked yours yet!
You are so inspiring-- you're willing to tackle any project, even when you've never done it before and don't have someone by your side to 'show you the ropes.'
Oh I'm so excited about the makeovers. Hope you're having an amazing time in Europe. Sometimes I feel so proud of your progress, it motivates me. So thank you ❤️
You are one amazing young woman. The cabinets are coming out awesome. I hope that you and Romeo are having the best time in Europe. Enjoy, have fun and be safe. Love you both.❤
OMG you blow me away with how clever you are. I would never attempt anything like you have. It's great to see Romeo supporting you. I can't wait to see the house finished 😀❤️
The refrigerator looks large with the doors open. Is there space enough for the doors to open up wide enough in the space you have ?
You are amazing and an inspiration. And you do all this with excitement , full of joy and love. Thank you for sharing your gifts and talents to all of us. I enjoy watching your channel. You are a beautiful person - inside and out. You definitely have a beautiful family as well- “ your Momma, your dad , Romeo And of course- Kinsley
We’re so spoiled! ❤️ Thank you creating these updates before you left! Hope you’re having a great trip! Prost!
GJ macenna! you're doing so well. I know I'm a year "late" but not only are you powering through those challenges the renovation process throws at you, you also let us in on your journey. I loved how you drew into the video the plan of your cabinets, refridgerator .... that helps a lot. Doing so well on all levels. I hope you took some breaks in between or at least are now enjoying the cottage in full.
Powering through those cabinets is so inspiring. Absolutely. (I would love to know time/cost for each.) My husband and I recently bought a house to make our “vacation” house. We gutted it and are just in the process of framing a few extra things and cutting walls out.
I think time will depend on the person's level of experience, and will improve as you go, just like MaCenna did. The sheets of wood she got were $64 each, and she bought 20. Add in the pockethole screws, hardware, etc., and I bet the savings are incredible compared to custom cabinets!
@@RockStarVee That's about the cost of one pantry cupboard...NOT an expensive one either.
Macenna, this is probably one of the most inspirational video of yours. Making your own kitchen!!! I’m in awe of you, with how you can learn these skills yourself and apply them in real life, but also because you aren’t afraid to take risks that other people wouldn’t dream of attempting. I cannot wait for the rest of the kitchen videos. Regards, Callum
This is amazing! DIYing cabinetry sounds so intense but it looks like you’re doing an incredible job! It is very inspiring. I can’t wait to see the finished look.
I feel nothing but awe looking at this video. You are a rock star and a true inspiration for so many women around the world, including myself. Your house is going to be epic and full of so many wonderful memories and experiences and last but not least shock full of love. You should be so proud of yourself with what you have accomplished this far and as I said, I'm in awe! I hope you are having a wonderful vacation in Europe, it's been so much fun following you over on IG stories!
The 90 degree clamp is such a great tool. Congrats, MaCenna. The cabinets look great.
Ohhhhh the love Romeo shows you while you’re making the cabinets is sooo sweet. He is so encouraging and I love it.
I love old cabinetry that looks built in with inset doors. So in that case your face frames are last to go in. Basically you build the furniture with the different drawer openings, cabinets, etc… and then put the the face frame on. Your cabinets will be so sturdy with the 3/4 plywood. Many manufacturers use the particle board sides. ☹️
What a joy it is to see you learn, put together these cabinets and stand back and admire. You are one talented chick! Can’t wait to see this house completed. It’s going to be fabulous because you put in your blood, sweat, and tears. It will be ALL worth it !!! I’m not sure you will ever want to leave it for LA……. Well, maybe a visit to LA now and then!!!! Lol
I'm impressed. I've always thought cabinets are the last thing to DIY, you've proved them wrong. Smart to build them so sturdy, we thrift so we can spend the money where it counts.
I hope you are having a great time in Europe, McCenna and Romeo. Thank you for making these videos ahead of time for us to be able to see in your absences. Please give Queen Elizabeth my regards and tell her I am praying about her health concerns. 🇬🇧LONG LIVE THE QUEEN! 🇬🇧
I just finished watching the whole video. Mc Cenna…you are amazing!!!! JOB WELL DONE!!!!!🪜🪚🛠
MACENNA! You are a beyond inspiring woman! I’m so incredibly impressed by your can do attitude. Honestly this is amazing
There's one thing.. she will always get work!! Employable in ALL areas. You're an inspiration macenna!! Keep it up.. ( turns her hand to anything!))
Oh my goodness you are doing a fantastic job MaCenna!!! They are looking good sister!! So proud of you!! Xoxo
Way to go Macenna! You go girl. Cabinets are looking great. Elisha English is also building her Kitchen cabinets as well, so I'm getting double duty on building kitchen cabinets. Your right, by the way, having the right tools make all the difference in the world. Hope your having a wonderful vacation and looking forward to you coming home and continuing your renovation.
I’m in my early 30s and your videos have given me so much gumption to do so many home projects myself when I normally wouldn’t think I could. Thank you for being such an inspiration to us ladies 💛
They are very impressive. You're not just doing an "Okay job"; it's really great. Love the light in the room and those ceilings are so high.
The cabinets look fantastic! I'm not sure if you have a plan yet for installing/making the drawers, but drawers and drawer slides have always made me super nervous because it seems really difficult, but I recently saw some videos of people using a different jig from Kreg made specifically for installing drawer slides so everything lines up and is even - it looks super easy! Might be worth checking out if you don't already have a plan for that. Love your videos!
The gift God has given you is amazing to watch. Your house is going to be awesome, everything you do is so inspiring ❤. Enjoy your trip you've earned it and then some!!! Women there ain't nothing you can't do!
I love your channel :) With your kitchen design, I am wondering if the left door (as you face it) of your french door refrigerator will have room to open all the way? It looks like it's up against the side wall. You're probably way ahead of that already.... Hope you are having a wonderful time in Europe!
Macenna, there is nothing you can’t do! You’re amazing and such an inspiration! I loved seeing Romeo so impressed, that was so cute!
You are definitely doing an amazing job! 👏 absolutely fabulous! Most sturdy looking cabinets for sure! 😃 😊
I'm so excited that you're building your own cabinets! People do it so often for vans, but I've never watched someone build all of them for their house!!
It's so nice to see how careful you are to make them just right! Really looking forward to seeing this kitchen come to life! ♥️
Have fun in Europe (waving at you from across the Netherlands right now 😉)
I love and admire all the enthusiasm behind each of your projects! It’s also so heartwarming to see how supportive your parents and Romeo are. So sweet 🧡
GURL!!!! How are you kids gonna get anything from those upper cabinets???
Gosh, I hope you are as proud of yourself as we are of you!! Truly amazing 💛
Your cabinet building skills are phenomenal! These cabinets if you were to have them made would be quadruple the cost of doing them yourself and would not even touch the quality of your DIY.
Woman, you absolutely amaze me what you can do! Making your own kitchen cabinets is absolutely mind blowing! You are an awesome woman! Love your videos! Also love your mama!
I'm so glad ur starting your cabinets!! I wanted to try making my own cabinets in the next few months and hope to learn from your work 🥰 hope y'all are having the best and most safe travels!!
You never fail to impress me with your skills and willingness to try your hand at everything! Can't wait to see the final results of your hard work!
They looks so good! Can’t wait to see more in the space. Can’t wait to build some in my pantry now! 🤍🤍🤍