Just a mom with some power tools

Month March 2020

Drywall repair: This is what happens when I put holes in walls

After setting my fence posts, I had a few days to wait unit the concrete cured. I am not good at waiting. So why not jump back into my bathroom remodel? No time like the present! My last bathroom remodel… Continue Reading →

Setting fence posts and digging holes: Building a fence

Now that I have my plan for the fence, let’s dig in… Literally. According to my research, the best way to ensure your fence is sturdy is to focus on setting fence posts appropriately. The first step will involve digging… Continue Reading →

Wind happens, let’s build a fence: Demo, planning, and layout

In the middle of remodeling my bathroom, I’ve already had a lot of the unexpected occur. On top of the surprises a remodel brings, we have all been dealing with our lives changing due to the virus, and now I… Continue Reading →

How to be a productive mom during the coronavirus crisis: Homeschooling schedule

I was getting really good at getting my little projects done while shuttling the kids around and performing my mommy duties, then COVID-19 happened. At first, I thought “I can do this. Just 2 weeks out of the norm, then… Continue Reading →

The unexpected DIY electrical work

After creating my plan for the shower and tub, I started cutting the drywall to make room for the cement board and I noticed a problem. The light switch was right next to where the shower wall will end. Additionally,… Continue Reading →

A plan for the shower and tub

Just a little side note to begin I debated about including the planning process in my blog, thinking it may be a bit boring, but this is one of the hardest things I’ve had to do in this process. Sure,… Continue Reading →

Hey Siri, remove my wallpaper and carpet…please? Just this once?

Now that the brown toilet is gone (hallelujah!), I can remove the carpet, and as much as I hate to say it, its time for the wallpaper. I am a master procrastinator, and I recently realized to what extent. Instead… Continue Reading →

How to remove a brown toilet from your life.

Now that the bathtub and shower are out, its time to finally do something I know how to do. I want to savor this moment because there will be very few like this. Yes, it is time, the brown toilet… Continue Reading →

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