I love having you visit. I am so thrilled this channel is attracting like-minded folks. See you at the next episode and thanks for the encouragement!

Oh, Linda. I am so touched that you would forgo extra zzzzz’s to check out the latest on the channel. It’s odd how much fun I am having decorating this little cottage. I hope I have time to implement my ideas in the first phase before I have to list it. All of the major pieces of furniture and lighting have to be assembled…even the sofa, and there’s only me on this duty. So now that the painting is done, I can clean the floors and lay down the rugs. The next tenant who moves in will hopefully feel how much love and care was put into the space. Good luck with payroll today. Have a great week, and thank you from the bottom of my heart for always “saying” the right things when I needed the lift the most. See you for the next episode.

Contractor Joe will love being called iconic! If people only knew how talented this man is. This little corner home office has such good energy and light. I think people will feel very productive here. Many more ideas coming your way! Thanks for watching.

Thank you, King. With a strict budget and quick turnaround, creativity is coming from necessity for sure. Many more ideas to come. Hope to see you at the next episode. Thank you so much for watching.

@@errata9968 hi! It’s coming together bit by bit. This has been a joyful process. Not all makeovers feel this way. Cannot wait to share the ideas I have in this head of mine. Hope to see you then.

@@fromhumblebeginnings7798 thank you! I cannot stop touching this butcher block. It feels to soft to the touch. What have you put on your countertops to protect them? Have a great week. Hope to see you for the next episode. I’ve got some cool ideas for the closet doors.

@@NutshellLiving we used walnut stain and a poly finish. Lots of research went in and this was the best option. They are fantastic. Even my firends who didn't think they would work (damage) love them!

@ so reassuring to know that it is fairly easy to maintain once you seal it with a polycrylic.

@@cooliam5667 I didn’t even know I was giving off any vibe! Thank you for stopping by. I have some fun ideas up my sleeve. Hope to see you for the next episode.

@@tanyamalan6234 Hi, Tanya. How lovely to meet you. What a gorgeous part of the world you live in! Thank you for finding my channel. Many more fun ideas coming your way. Hope to see you at the next episode. Have a super week.

@@barbaraleventhal8571 oh, Barbara! You made my day. Thank you so much for those kind words. Hope to see you for the episode.

@@rachelmoriartyinteriors7860 thank you, Rachel!! Will do. Onward!

Thank you, Terri. I am so thrilled you found this channel. Like minded people need to stick together. If you like quirky, you found the right place. Hope to see you for the next episode. Be well.

Hi there! Those hooks are such a find. They are from an independent seller on Amazon, hand carved which I liked. Here is the link: a.co/d/cR6gZFb I will be adding a few more to the foyer. They really hold hats well. I am a little bored with metal hooks. Be well and thanks for watching.

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Thank you for watching. The anonymity of the internet emboldens the critics. So happy the channel as a whole attracts the positive constructive feedback from viewers like you. Hope to see you for the next episode.

@@ProducerJoe thanks, Joe. As a fellow content creator, you know how vulnerable it is to put yourself forward for the world to comment on. Gloria Vanderbilt said that design is “autobiography,” so when someone throws insults about your taste and design choices… without being constructive, it can feel personal. Setting boundaries. Thank you for watching!

@@NatalieFromCA thanks, Natalie! My hope is that people will be inspired by a new DIY approach and that they’ll make it their own in their space. Thank you for popping by. Hope to see you as this transformation unfolds.

@@lutamaki8054 Obrigada, Lu. I have such love for your beautiful country. My brother-in-law is from Rio, and I have been many times. People always warn you about bullies online, but I had to put my foot down and say that this will not be allowed on my channel. Thank you for following my channel. Many more ideas to come.

@@joyful8072 that’s amazing you made that connection to my old NYC digs. Yes my place was profiled a few times back in the day. I remember a friend told me my video was playing the in the cab. I felt I really “made” it. Ha! Thank you so much for following my channel. Means so much. Can’t wait to show you the next room makeover in this cottage. Have a great week.

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Thank you for those kind words. Welcome to our Nutshell community! Stay tuned for more creative, out-of the-box small space ideas.

@@fromhumblebeginnings7798 thank you so much! My joy comes from sharing my ideas with you and hearing about all of the projects you get inspired to try. Hope to see you for the next episode. Have a super week.

@@lindawynell you are so right. I sat with these negative comments for a moment and then realized I have the power to set the tone and create the boundaries on this channel, which I am doing from the purest place--just want to share ideas and my love of DIY with like minded folks. I felt free again. With freedom comes creativity, and that’s what lifts my soul. Thank you for your support as always. Sending you XOXO!

@@lindawynell Hi Linda! That color is called October Mist by Benjamin Moore. I honestly can say that the camera does not do the color justice. It appears kind of on the pastel side on camera, but in fact the color is much more blue based green with a hint of gray in it. It is a calming color. Those bees are the perfect touch. I love that they symbolize royalty and yet they are decorating a bulletin board. I know in a furnished rental experts advise you to design in a neutral way. I disagree. I think you need to create a mood. So far that approach has been working. Thank you for bringing such warmth and positivity to this channel. I always welcome your suggestions and observations. You really “get” me!

Hi Friend!! I always look forward to hearing from you. Right now the budget is tight and so is my time frame. Wallpaper is always one of my favorite options, but it might have to wait until the next design phase. See you next week!!

Thanks, King! It always help to share and vent with people who care. Only positive vibes here, right? Have a super week and thank you for watching.

@@angelaa.53 Angela! Your words are like a warm hug. Thank you for taking the time to give me a little lift up today. Can’t wait to show you the rest of this petite cottage makeover. “See” you next later in the week!

@@chacha-cz1fy that would be awesome. Let me know how it goes. I love hearing about everyone’s diy projects. Have a great week and thank you for watching.

@@errata9968 hi! I was kind of blown away too because it only took them 3 hours. Thank you so much for watching. Can’t say to show you what we do for the next episode.

Thanks for watching! I am working on a big reveal in the next episode of yet another small space rental cottage. Hope to “see” you then.

@NutshellLiving I look forward to it.

@@purplepaisley3329 Hi Purple! Nice to hear from you again. I agree. I should remind everyone that this petite cottage is 4 short blocks from the beach. I love that you can wake up to birds singing in the trees. My design mantra for this space is cozy-chic. The shower was just refinished yesterday, and it looks brand new. No joke. Can’t wait to show all of you on the episode this week. We’re making progress.

Thank you! I’m quickly onto the next petite cottage makeover. Check out Part 1. It’s going to be a chic reveal on a budget.

Hi Ash. That is the best compliment ever! Teaching and sharing what I know is the intension behind this channel. Thank you for checking out Nutshell Living. The next few episodes will be another fun rental cottage makeover.

Hi Brianna! The more the merrier. You are right. Trying to pace myself even though I want to get a new tenant in as soon as possible. As I am painting the walls and mapping out the design plan, I keep envisioning the person who will stay here as my guest more than a tenant. I want them to feel at ease and cozy. Hope to see you for the next episode! Thanks for watching.

There she is! I’m so happy when I see a message from you. This one is a challenge since we didn’t plan this year’s budget to include another reno back to back. Remember how we just finished the last one? I have lofty design goals so I need to prioritize and pair down knowing there’s always phase 2! When I opened that can of Oct Mist, I knew immediately it was right. Love at first sight. The camera does not give it justice. I’ll figure out a way to light this room next time we shoot. Have a great week and thank you for watching from the beginning. You are a true Nutsheller!

@@ProducerJoe Hi Joe! This might be my favorite petite cottage makeover yet. The idea wheels are turning. Thanks so much for watching each week. See you for the next ep!

Hi Joe! This might be my favorite petite rental cottage makeover yet. The idea wheels are turning. See you for the next ep! Thanks for watching each week. Means a lot!

@@yaninajezek7744 oh, thank you. When I made the original one for my niece, I was so happy the way it looked in her lavender colored room. I’ll definitely be shooting all of the little things that make a space feel homey. See you then!

@@lindawynell Linda! No joke, I included that garden shot just for you. You notice everything, which is so brilliant. I think people are tired of hearing me talk about my guava love. The tree is growing so well but no fruit buds. What gives? There was promise of fruit in the second month. Hmmm. Leaves are all green and shiny. I am so excited about giving the Ikea wall piece a decor upgrade. I think it will turn out. I have to wait for the tub refinishers who come on Thurs. Then I am clear to install. Have a great week and many thanks for watching. Your feedback is invaluable.

@@NutshellLivingI am “tickled pink”, as the older Floridians say, that you thought of me when filming the guava. I have been curious about guavas since you first filmed the tree growing through the hole in the center of the table. I love the leaves…the color, shape & even how they grow on the tree. They will not thrive in north FL where I live. I have read a bit on them. Air-layering propagation is preferred & most commercially sold plants are started that way, take up to 3 years to produce fruit, are tolerant to short droughts (which can cause the tree to actually produce buds-go figure😮) & they don’t like to be flooded for too long. Flooding/over watering can cause buds to drop & a plethora of other issues. They require pruning as they mature if grown for fruit production. They are best kept between 6-10 feet tall if raised for fruit bearing. I’m getting too wordy & probably sharing what you already know but seriously, it’s an amazing plant with fascinating “personality” quirks. My orchid is still in bloom, my avocado isn’t too happy since putting it in a pot. I’m going to move it to a sunnier location. I’m researching my next DIY…Somehow resurfacing my kitchen countertops until I can afford to replace them. I have figured out how to paint the “fake wood” cabinets. I have the wallpaper, backsplash tiles, cabinet/drawer pulls & a gorgeous faucet (knobs/faucet found on Marketplace. Thank you for that tip). I’d love to start the new year with a fresh look in my brown & dated,in a bad way, kitchen. So you can believe I’ll be watching your new cottage redo & rewatching older videos for more tips/ideas. 😊

@@lindawynelllooks like we both have some fun projects ahead! Can’t wait to hear about your own kitchen makeover. Glad you have the time to revisit your to-do list. I can’t believe your orchids are still doing so well. Since you live in Florida, have you ever tried growing orchids onto your tree trunks? Thank you for the guava info. I only planted a few months ago so I should be patient. The tree itself is so pretty, and it definitely looks like it’s thriving. My more mature pink guava tree behind and to the left of the table is full of guava fruit buds. I want to do a demo on how to make a guava strawberry jam. Today my friend, Joe the contractor, is coming to replace the kitchen sink. He said he can get the old one out without disturbing the surrounding vintage tiles. He’s the only one I trust. He doesn’t like to be on camera, but I’ll try and convince him. See you at the next episode!❤

@@Nmimbo thank you so much for watching! The company I used 6 years ago is no longer in business. A friend referred me to: Cory Tatz Bathtubs & Sinks Refinishing 7742 Topaz Lake Ave, San Diego, CA 92119 T: (619) 464-5141 Cell: (619) 634-3089 E: [email protected] His crew is coming this Thurs. Let me get back to you with a full review. Of course, the real test is how long the glazing lasts without peeling. But you gain a lot of information by how careful the guys do the prep and clean up. His estimate was neither too cheap (I’ve gone down that road with poor results) or high end. It’s $1350 to do the entire tub and tile surround, including patching the cracks around the faucet. His company has been doing this for 40 years. Not a bad track record. And he has been so responsive via email and phone. I have no affiliation with his company. I’ll message you this week!

The crew refinished the bathroom last Thursday. I thought they did a great job. Check out today’s episode and see for yourself. Enjoy a sunny day today.

Hi Rachel! So nice to hear from you. I’m always on the look out for any way to corral my ever growing shoe collection. Thanks for watching as always. Have a super week.

@@blsterling9367 hi there. Since I am always in and out of the garden etc, these are the shoes I need at the entryway. More for me than for guests. Thanks for watching!

Thanks, Joe. If the organizational system is super easy to maintain like this one, I’ll use it. See you for the next ep!

@@Fanouvvi HI!! How have you been? Isn’t that funny that I rediscovered those scalloped bins. I stacked them way in the back of my closet. They truly are the perfect size for these shoes. Thanks for being one of the original Nutshell fans. Knowing that you are out there enjoying this content makes me so happy. Thanks to you I am thinking about projects to share for the holidays. Have a super week.

@@lindawynell what a great storage setup!! Sounds like you’ve been really checking off your to-do list for 2024. Despite all of the challenges you and your family have been through, I am so impressed by your resilience and focus. Thanks for indulging my OCD design tendencies. I love repurposing everyday items in smart, practical ways. Thanks for being my design buddy! See you for the next episode.

Of course! I hope it helps you through your next projects. Thanks for watching! Means a lot.

Thank you so much. Make sure and check out a follow up episode tomorrow. I couldn’t help but make some improvements on the shoe project. Have a great week ahead!

Thanks, Joe. I forget that you have seen and used almost every one of my shoe storage incarnations yourself. This “foyer” reflects my design personality so well.

Thank you! It was such a pleasure making it. None of that usual pressure to be perfect. Nature is organic. I ordered more than enough moss so I’ll make another frame to display in my second rental. This time I will only preserve my ferns in glycerin without the green dye. I’ll make sure and update you guys. Have a super week.

Hi Pamela! I just walked into the cottage this morning after spending a few days away, and it’s amazing how a few little touches makes you see your space in a new, energized way. Lucky for me I don’t think people in this area know that much about John D so I was able to grab these collectibles. There is a large melamine serving tray in this collection with vintage pears printed on it that would be ideal for Thanksgiving. Might have to run back. Only one left. Have a great week. Hope to see you for the next ep.