buying our kitchen appliances + bathroom finishes for the new house | XO, MaCenna Vlogs

[@camireittinger2047]

Discovered your main channel last week and I’ve watched every cottage related video since then. I’ve recommended you to a bunch of friends because I’m OBSESSED with your content and personality. Wish you could post 10 videos a day, I don’t think I’d get bored😂

[@maddiepeck8]

same here!!!!!

[@xomacennavlogs]

Omg thank you so much!!!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@cindyannefontenot]

I know she’s so cute! I’m always hoping I’ll run in to her when I’m in Boerne, SA, Kerrville, etc! 🤣

[@doraidaperez5196]

She is so amazing. I wish I could be her assistant with the cottage, she is so much fun. 😍

[@OneFreeButterfly]

Yes same lol 😆

[@guitargirl4himify]

I've been watching you on this journey for a stretch, I feel like it's happening to ME! Thank you for keeping us informed, entertained and educated in the process of restoring your beautiful cottage. You are a DELIGHT!!

[@xomacennavlogs]

Aww hahahha thank you so much!!!

[@melissawilliams1089]

You have no idea the joy it brings me to watch your creativity unfold. I watch you as I work on spreadsheets and daily work tasks. All that you are doing would be a dream come true for me. Thank you for living your best life and sharing it. 💖

[@mariettedemarest5173]

Melissa, are you in Sacramento ?

[@xomacennavlogs]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@amygo7374]

I just realized today, now, I mentally refer to your mom as MaCenna’s mom. We don’t know your mom’s name, which could be by design. I just thought I’d pop in and say I think you and your mom’s relationship is absolutely adorable. I hope when you’re done with your home, we get to go on a journey with you and your mom designing Fox Run.

[@girltowater7763]

Can never get over how beautiful and poised your mother is

[@lornawood3260]

Absolutely. Hands down. You’re my favorite KZbinr! Your personality and skill sets are off the charts. And I love the relationship you have with your Mama! Keep creating and producing, please!

[@calliebolstad1345]

Agreed! If I could only ever watch one KZbinr again, it would be you MaCenna!

[@courtneyb6189]

I’m so confused about the hot/cold water issue 😂 the faucet doesn’t control the temperature of the water, just the source of the water. So the hot will always come from the water heater and the cold will always come from the ground….. so it should be cold, or at least cold-ish depending on how warm the ground is/the season. In no way should it be “room temperature”

[@STATICcell]

On the cold water debate in your video…the cold water should come directly from your main water line, which will be quite cold. It’s definitely not room temperature and though it won’t be AS cold as your refrigerator water, it’s still going to be cold.

[@Seaskunk]

That's what I was thinking. My cold water is cold. But I'm in Minnesota...

[@AnnaReed42]

Yeah it's more... Ground temperature. So in the winter it will be colder (here in Utah it gets COLD cold) but even in the summer it's still significantly cooler than room temperature.

[@sydneypryka8218]

Yes! This confused me!

[@christyflores1459]

In Texas cold water does not come out cold in the summer. Our water temp coming out of the cold tap really depends on the temps outside.

[@dw3578]

Yeah not so much in TX, the cold water tap is generally verging on warm depending on how hot/how long it’s been hot

[@doreenb3411]

I’ve watched a floor installer who swept sawdust into the spaces between the boards to fill in those gaps. I guess after you stain and seal them the sawdust you’ve added is apparently not visible. You might check into this, it’s definitely a real hack for those gaps. Good luck. Everything is looking great😊

[@jenniferday118]

Heads up - I have a Hallman range and while it’s beautiful, I hate it! It has a super loud fan that automatically turns on while cooking. There is no way to turn it off and it continues even 20 minutes after the oven is off. I wish I had known this before buying:(

[@StephBer1]

I have an oven like that and it drives me nuts. 30 minutes after it finishes it's still pumping heat into the kitchen. I don't understand the design of it. Luckily, it was in the house we bought and I'm replacing it in a year. I'll know not to get the Hallman. Thanks. 😄

[@jenniferday118]

@@StephBer1 Ugh yes, it's so annoying. I wish someone would have told me before buying - and I did tons of research. Glad you're able to replace yours!

[@helenesafajou9116]

Love all your choices! very classy... just remember that the more grooves and curves in the design in your sink, the longer it takes to clean! the worst part of having a classy bathroom!

[@leslieorr7859]

Omg that’s exactly what i was thinking as she was showing the groves, very beautiful but a nuisance to clean

[@jordynhutchison4510]

MACENNA! You caught me watching your other videos and you knew I wanted more! You sneaky gal!

[@1stepcl0ser]

your mum is so sweet haha, how she is sitting there listening to everything, helping you out. my dog also turned 4 years this year, time flies!! your vlogs always make me so happy and feel relaxed and accomplished

[@stefanieand7501]

Sometimes I feel like I’m time traveling watching the vlogs after watching the main channel video 😅 so exciting that your house is coming along! I’m suuuuper excited for this Sunday’s video!

[@kingpablothebest5287]

Love ALL OF YOUR CONTENT! SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PERSON!! ALWAYS IN A POSITIVE MOOD :) SO INSPIRING!!!

[@xomacennavlogs]

Thank you so much!!!

[@alfieminton2253]

You and your mums relationship is so wholesome 🥺🥺 I love seeing you both together 🥰

[@philophobic1]

HOLY! You are so hardworking and consistent. From manual labor and demo in the cottage and uploading videos and vlogs. Love love love seeing the progress of the cottage. So much passion and dedication. Salute!! 🤍🤍

[@CLNSL8]

Seeing the kitchen appliances now, it is absolutely wonderful to go back and see the video. It is wonderful you have this to look back to and re-live your journey

[@catherinecole3737]

Myself and my partner bought our first house back in February and are currently renovating it as well! I feel like I’m going on the same journey as you and Romeo at the same time and it’s crazy, but watching your process while we’re renovating is really inspiring and has helped us make decisions for our own home ❤️

[@jazmineeiris]

we need a hair tutorial from your mom! her hair is gorgeouuusss!

[@User2313-h4e]

Hey dear, if you want cold water in bathroom the best way is to get a nice water tank that doesn’t heat up the stored water. That is what we do here in India as it gets very hot in summer. I hope this tip helps. 🤗

[@Sleeperhit11]

your mom is so lovely... I love when she's in your videos! and you look just like her!!

[@diva7892]

What a great looking mom .... Never seen her w/o her eye glasses .... Firm jawline .... Great hair💕

[@rneustel388]

Since moving here to Arizona, I’m usually grumbling daily about the water that comes out of our taps. It’s well water too, but even in the wintertime, it’s usually lukewarm. Thankfully we have a water dispenser on the fridge because I really don’t want to take up valuable refrigerator real estate with a huge water jug. Our well water in Pennsylvania was ice cold, and you had to run the hot water for two to three minutes to get actual hot water. Your water there is probably closer to our water here in AZ. I love your plumbing and appliance choices. I had wondered if you would go for unlacquered brass for that real old world look. Glad to see little Kinsley-give her a 💋 for me!

[@anitabarker3125]

Loved what you chose for bathrooms. Thrifting is always wonderful. You and your mom appear to be very close. You both are beautiful ladies. Be blessed.

[@ReadwithStefani]

Funny how different build styles are in America, here we order brick and cement, not wood. Regardless, learning a lot through these videos.

[@weronika01212]

Exactly, I'm so shocked every time! When she and Romeo started to demo the walls it was crazy for me to see that the walls are just wood planks and between them it's just...air. Seems way less of a durable option than brick, especially considering how extreme the weather can be in america, like hurricanes, tornados etc.

[@Vacasa21]

This varies a lot based on where you are in the US. Most new houses in Florida for example are built with cement because of hurricanes. Also, this is a very old house. A demo of a newer more modern home would look quite difference in most places in the US.

[@paulastrawser3363]

McCenna, your mom is so pretty. I definitely know where you get your beauty from.

[@garzam97]

That blanket is a STEAL 😍 it’s so sweet that you found 2 for the both of you!

[@sofiagunnarssonsolton8809]

Water engineer here! First of all, not a stupid question! If you have your own well, the water will be as cold as it is in the well. If you get your water from the citys pipes its going to be as cold as it can be in the pipes. The only thing you can do to keep the water as cold as possible is to have isolated pipes. That way the water doesent get warmer becaus of the warm climat. Feel free to ask more questions 🥰 As always, great video. Love following your journey at the same time as we are going on our own 😁

[@xomacennavlogs]

oooo thank you so much !!!!

[@meagancrews7398]

You and your mama are so so sweet together! I think bunco is a southern thing, but I’m from Northern Louisiana, and my mom is an avid bunco player, too!

[@aiangalang8452]

you and your mom's bond is really amazing! so much fun when you're together and always game for everything! another bar up the excitement! 😍

[@rhondawinters7246]

I love Bunco!! We have a women's group that plays once a month. A great time!

[@klindsey]

It's so nice to see your relationship with your momma. Makes me miss mine incredibly. Also, I'm glad the gal didn't try and talk you out of your favorite toilet.

[@hayleeboris1074]

That globe would look super cute, with the lantern you were thinking about doing a thrift store makeover on in LA!!!

[@elvirabhawkins3804]

MaCenna your mom is so pretty. I am so enjoying this series. I am encouraged and inspired by you.

[@jenniree29]

Omg. My Mom and I played Bunco together for years. She started playing when I was in third grade. Then about 15 years ago, she started her own group. I quit after she passed away in 2013. I was always the youngest one playing. I have so many great memories of those times. 💕

[@calliebolstad1345]

I just like your mom so much. The relationship you two have reminds me of my relationship with my mom and I just love it.

[@reconstructingleslie4597]

Love following your adventures Macenna! Your Mom is awesome ❤️❤️

[@donnatappan4087]

U do have lot of supporters, including me. U an ur family r part of all of us, too, u all put a smile on me Everytime I watch. As u do with others, i know u an ur mom an dad r enjoying each other, especially ur mom having fun together. Keep up the good work, u r amazing. TY

[@cynthiapentonyoung736]

In this Vlog I see how much you and your Mom are twinning...look so much like her!

[@chattykathie7129]

Love you being with mom, so fun see you working together ❤️

[@wandadelacruz2486]

MaCenna you’re such a delightful and beautiful woman, inside and out. I get so excited every time you post a video. By the way your mom needs her own KZbin. I see where you get your sense of humor.

[@danas1535]

The clips of you and your mom reminds me of me and my mom! We love to go thrifting together. It’s been so fun to watch you bring this old home to life!

[@vickirickman5828]

yes you should get both toilets you have saved so much money doing all that work you have done.

[@cathleenweaver6483]

Agree!!!! You're so right that she saved so much by doing all that work herself that she can afford exactly what she wants. So many times in my life I've "settled" and then when I look at that item years ahead I am always kicking myself for not getting what I really wanted. Just had to put my "2 cents" in...hahaha ❤💚💜💙💛

[@ladyt2587]

Macenna just watched your video of the things that you're choosing for your cottage you have such great taste! I love how your mom just really supports you and loves you and I love her accent. Watching the two of you at the table eating was hilarious I can see why you're such an upbeat happy person you just have such a wonderful mom. You are blessed in so many ways! Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@mael2039]

I feel like Miele is like the standard appliance in every German or Austrian house unless you have a no brand one ours are like 15 years old and run perfectly Also tho the fridge is GIANT

[@amara560]

Gigantic indeed!

[@martydavis325]

I am so excited about this cottage...your selections are perfect! I so look forward to your videos and updates on the cottage. You’ve also got me back into thrift stores...I had forgotten how much I missed the hunt for those special treasures! You and your mom are precious together!

[@ayeeangie21]

Lots of new uploads from favorite YTers but MaCenna’s beats them all 🥰🙌🏼

[@Natalie-mo2pf]

I was going to save watching this for later this week when I'm dying for another video, but you just haaaad to upload during my lunch break! So pumped!

[@oursissiboohome]

Love watching your Reno updates! Your mom is adorable, makes me miss my southern family so much!

[@suemussatto3543]

You and your momma are so funny and I love to watch you both! Two beautiful ladies taking us along on your shopping trips....❤❤. I look forward to each and every one of your videos. I'm so happy for you and Romeo to have this house to make your very own.

[@shirleycarter2451]

That meal you had for lunch, I'd have for dinner... Meile is such a good make,we've had ours for now 8yrs and still going strong. X

[@jennmcgee1027]

What great stories you will have to tell your children! Mommy built this house!! You are such a well grounded young woman!!

[@ingeborgroos9415]

The way the videos start with coffee already puts you in that relaxed Sunday morning mood before you've even seen or heard anything else. Thank you MaCenna, you are so kind and it's obvious how much care you put into your content as well as your designs. A big cheery 'hi' from Amsterdam :)

[@xoYaSsYox]

this house will be goals *.*

[@alishareadsbooks]

That’s so interesting about the hot and cold faucet. In, Michigan the water that comes out of our cold faucet is pretty cold! I know it’s due to the plumbing, but it’s never something Ive thought about.

[@kellydobberstine5011]

I have seen toilets similar to those on the Home Depot and Lowes websites for WAY less.

[@myriellebienvenu1819]

I feel like I’m doing the renovation with you. I’m so excited!!! Go MaCenna!!!

[@GenaGuerrero]

Perfect video to unwind from a busy morning! I always love thrifting videos with your mom in it! Is she looking to adopt an adult person thing?

[@violethoffermobilehomemove9189]

How exciting, ordering your appliances & plumbing features. Girl you are getting there! ❤

[@doraidaperez5196]

Omg I love u and your mom. U are so much like mama and both so beautiful.

[@jeanine6492]

There is a tool to straighten floorboards as you nail them. It’s commonly used here in Australia for old reclaimed flooring.

[@YourDailyDoseofJillish]

Wow! Soft close drawers in the fridge

[@suzettelorraine6993]

Is that your mom's house you were making lunch in?? Gorgeous! Kitchen/house tour please! Looks modern which I love, and love you! And your relationship with your mom.. so sweet!

[@ashleycartwright2613]

Oh gosh! My dogs are going to be 4 this year too! I have a goldendoodle and golden retriever! I have been loving this series and can't wait to see everything completed

[@sheenamabunga3785]

I love watching your vlogs and diy videos.. it's so refreshing and relaxing..keeps me motivated. Unusual as it may seem, it helps me in my grieving.

[@BelsGels]

MaCenna, I had one of 'those' days. I am done, completely exhausted. Got home and sat down to go on KZbin. Thought to myself I wish I could watch a new MaCenna video and THERE YOU WERE!!!! You have no idea how happy this made me. I love your channels so much. Thank you for all the effort you put in to making such watch worthy videos. xXx

[@xomacennavlogs]

aww yay!! thank you so much!!

[@ash-hz8kb]

Aaaahhh ♥️ finally perfect end of the day 💃

[@sandrasanders9290]

We played bunco at church in the winter at our church (live in Minnesota and need some indoor activities) all my growing up, and have again recently. It’s really fun and can span the different ages.

[@denises9426]

Good morning Kinsley! 🐾🥰 The bathroom fixtures are gorgeous! I can’t wait for all this to come together.🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@briannasaenz4568]

I live in Austin and every time it starts raining I think “oh gosh, I hope this isn’t affecting MaCenna’s house!

[@norlela08]

Always look forward to your video every week! Love your positive vibes! and oh yeah gonna say, your mom is so pretty and so are you 😍😍

[@kaylay6307]

Ok but that coffee & cleaning intro was so satisfying & soothing?? Lol i love it.

[@adriianab]

I'm loving these videos so much! I just thought I'd mention, you could do the American Standard heritage or estate vormax toilet. It will give you more of that rounded look. Kohler also has a couple more rounded models that would give you a similar look to the first toilet you picked. For the water dispensers, there's different types. You can typically do hot and cool (like boiling hot and just cold, not ice cold) or you can do cool(just cold) , or ice cold (you need a separate device that cools the water to just over freezing point). But depending on the brand you're doing, they'll have different options and filtration systems that are available 😊🤗

[@Jaacck45]

Have great week too - good luck with the framers 🙏🏾

[@NoemiV]

I love seeing your mom in your videos 💕

[@amandafarish87]

Omg im so excited for your next few videos im just bouncing of your excitement! It now feels like it's went in quick since you and romeo first bought your house! I understand for a period of time it didn't due to the rain (I live in Scotland that amount of rain at thus time of year to us is normal believe it or not) but now the next stage is starting, it feels quick xXx

[@jessrobinson7333]

YAY love when your vids come out! I look so forward to your vlogs every week 😍😍😍💗💗💗

[@herekittykittykitty475]

So this is a little bit indelicate but while the flush in the middle of the lid looks pretty - if you have a double flush situation it is hard to twist your arm back behind you to pull the knob up.

[@tracygarrett3952]

It's so very pretty, but I immediately zeroed in on the flusher in the center and thought yeah, no this is not going to work for me. LOL

[@Liza03V]

Your mum is a jewel! Hope she decides to build a cottage style house in the property they bought. Keep going girl!,

[@margutierrez8919]

Omg! Your puppy look like my dog, she was attacked by a pitbull like 4 years ago. I miss her so much but somehow seeing so much of her in such a happy puppy like yours makes me happy ❤️😌

[@karenlunnen6592]

Love your videos, you are the most watched in my home. You make me excited about your cottage, can't wait to see the finished product. Love your upbeat personality, just makes one feel good. Hi, from New Brunswick, Canada.

[@kristyinindy7799]

I continue to love your videos. Think your videos are my zen. LOL! Definitely inspirational. TY for sharing!

[@elodia7832]

Here's the only reason i get to smile everyday.

[@marcellemagalhaes]

I hope all is well with you, dear Elodia. Remember each day mercies are new and we can find hope and strength to keep going. Wish you the best x

[@popcornpizzapie1]

I love your moms personality!! is she a teacher? seem like she would be a really good one!

[@RebeccaABeaudoin]

been watching the main for forever, so glad I finally subbed for the vlogs

[@madanium]

I can't believe how far the cottage has come!!! I remember when you first bought the house!

[@mikkileon6380]

They are The Perfect Toilet ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️ They are My Very First Choice Too❣️❣️

[@shannonsolomon8491]

I lived by SPI for 18 years and we never had cold water it was like she said luke warm lol!

[@rachelkinsss]

We just installed that Kohler toilet in our bathroom last weekend (and we did it ourselves after being inspired by you doing your own framing)!! The seat height is a BIG improvement over the child-sized round toilet that was in there previously 😂 hope you love it!

[@ashleykirby2937]

Omgosh I just stared following you this week and have been binging the cottage series while I have worked the last two nights. I just started following a your vlog channel a few mins ago and am watching this episode (obviously 😂) I just saw where you bought the sink from Canton and I like seriously 20 mins from there!!!! OMGosh I soooo would have loved to see you there and take you for the best tacos EVER!!!! Thanks for all the sharing, love your vibe!! I know you are months ahead now and maybe even done with it but so excited to keep watching :)) best wishes

[@alishba922]

I absolutely loved your video and you got me into interior design

[@michelleramirez7177]

can't explain but your channel brings me so much PEACE

[@lizagarza434]

Thanks my workout went by pretty fast listening to your video. Cottage is looking great already

[@TheAgentRogue]

I LOVE PLAYING BUNCO!!! I PLAY WITH MY MOM AND HER FRIENDS EVERY MONTH!! (PRE PANDEMIC)

[@sydnaps1995]

I straight up love the hello fresh recipes being worked into the videos they inspire me to switch up our meals lol

[@Swiftstruckk13]

Watching your videos always makes me so happy! thank you so much ❤

[@rebeccavinyard2899]

Loving the finishes and items that you chose. Again girl, you are doing so well with all of these jobs! Hang in there, you are going to have a beautiful place when it’s finished. 🙏🏻♥️

[@lindseytrix]

I'm so committed to this house it's crazy!

[@CowboyBike06]

We have friends out in Dripping Springs. Their property is so gorgeous! We enjoy visiting. We’ll have to go to some of these thrift stores next time we are visiting!