DIY Dream Closet Makeover on a Budget!!! [Part 2] | HomeWithStefani

I am giving my closet a complete makeover!! Follow along as I renovate my closet and turn it into my DREAM CLOSET [on a budget]. I grew up a carpenters daughter and later joined the Army National Guard as carpenter. I’m obsessed with DIY projects and everything home related. Please subscribe if you’re enjoying these videos! 🙂
**Check out the full tutorial for this project on my blog: homewithstefan...
TOOLS:
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Circle saw: bit.ly/2OkU9oz
Brad nailer: bit.ly/2ZpUSLw
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Kreg Jig: bit.ly/2AVDc11
Hand sander: bit.ly/2WhiD6t
Sanding paper
Respirator mask
Safety glasses
Putty knife
Wood filler
Speed square: bit.ly/2OleWsb
Level
Tape measure
Liquid Nails: bit.ly/3gY1ZB0
Pocket screws
Brad nails
Wood screws
Stud Finder: bit.ly/2OrzT4x
Utility Knife
Concrete & mortar repair
Behr concrete & masonry bonding primer
Behr porch & patio floor paint (park avenue)
Scraper
Drywall mesh patch
Drywall spackle
Caulk & Caulk gun
Painting supplies
Primer: SW extreme block stain blocking primer
Paint: SW pro classic interior acrylic latex
LUMBER:
¾” Sande plywood
1” x 6” Boards (cut down to ¾” x 1” for trim)
4 ¼” Baseboard trim
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[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much for watching! I truly appreciate it 😊 You can find my closet dimensions and all the tools that I used over on my blog: homewithstefani.com/closet-makeover-part-2/

[@brunoampm1]

FANTASTIC!!! COMPLETE JOB!!! YOU EVEN TEACH EVERYTHING, INCLUDING TIPS ABOUT THE MUSIC THAT I LOVED!!! YOU ARE A WONDERFUL WOOD WOMAN, I HOPE YOU ARE WONDERFUL IN EVERYTHING YOU DO IN YOUR LIFE AND LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@myme78]

D.I.Y It's a calculator for making furniture. Please try it.. play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.devez.diy

[@Lupis179]

Thank you so much ! You e,,ncourage me to do mine, however I bought a terrible Brad nailer that I just donate it, was difficult to use ,I hope you can let me know what brand is your, so I don't buy another one is not going to work, please help me. Thank you👏👏

[@laurarondan6537]

You are awesome for getting this done. Great job! It all looks amazing! I looked through your blog and videos and I couldn't find where the name of the Sherwin Williams paint color you used. Would you supply it please? Thank you!

[@dimples53209]

I love what you did to your closet. Is it possible to get the dimensions of your shelves. My closet wall dimensions is 86" (12" deep)x122" (22" deep)x30"(15.75" deep) x43.5" (15.75" deep). I am having issues coming up with widths of the hanging section and cu by section. The hanging section will be the 122" wall and the cubby section will be the 86". The other two walls will have dressers.

[@carlpetitt2241]

Hi Stefani, nice work. A suggestion for future projects -- after doing a lot of built-ins and other work in my own house, I realized it was a lot easier for me to do as much pre-finishing as possible before installing and assembling everything. Sanding all the shelves and sides, and priming and painting of the plywood parts before installing, should make things much easier. Then you only have to sand and paint the trim once it's installed, but all the shelves and cavities and all of that will already be finished. Good luck!

[@crystalsomeonespecial4345]

I watched part1 and part 2 over and over , maybe a 100 times. My closet is coming along good. You helped me so much.. Thanks

[@jazminevaughan5635]

REALLY beautiful work. I was just lamenting to my husband how none of the KZbin DIYers do quality work, it's all what I call '50 footers', looks good from 50 feet away, but really terrible up close. You are the exception, quality work that will stand the test of time. And beautiful to boot! Well done!!

[@robertallenmcdowell]

I liked the extensive use of pocket screws. Noticed your technique of pre-cut spacers so every shelf was exactly the same height. Very good job.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you for noticing! 👍

[@AL-zy6kx]

You go girl! I’m a girl dad of three, I showed my girls your video! Great job....chalk one up for the girls!

[@KathrynBedell]

Girl you are UH-MAZING!

[@laurabrown6798]

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[@Theclaybeadlover]

I’ve been looking for an apprentice like you for years! I wish there was more women like you in the world! Awesome work!!

[@sakshidhawan1519]

I haven't watched the 3rd part yet but let me just say, this is the most beautiful and amazing closet makeover video I have seen on this website! You made it look so easy and doable, but I know how much work and effort would have gone into the whole thing. And recording the entire process must have added on to the effort as well. Really amazed and inspired by this!

[@BayouDreamz]

You sanded and caulked your *closet*. I am truly in awe.

[@v.j.cooper2007]

MY GOODNESS MS. DIVA WITH THE TOOL BELT, YOU DID A FANTASTIC JOB..... I WOULD HAVE NEVER KNOWN IT WAS NOT PROFESSIONALLY DONE... ACTUALLY, YOUR SKILLS ARE JUST AS PROFESSIONAL. AWESOME, BEAUTLFULY ACHIEVED RESULTS. I HAVE TOOL, BUT I HAVE YET TO TAKE ON A JOB THIS BIG.... YOU GIVE ME HOPE AND YOU SURE WERE INSPIRING...... KUDOS DOLL! GREAT VIDEO AND BLOG!

[@HomeWithStefani]

I LOVE to her that!! Thank you so much for watching!! You can doooo it!!🤗💪

[@lisamorand9607]

GIRL THAT is amazing. The small rug will be cozy. One of the best videos

[@robertocig1975]

It looks incredible! I like the way you first use Sketchup to visualize your project, and then the execution is flawless. To use the Ikea is a great idea, as it saves the effort on a very complex task, the drawers. Very nice job, my hats off.

[@sarahpawlak1859]

Really, really fantastic. You should be incredibly proud of this DIY. Thank you so much for posting this!

[@my2666]

I can’t believe you did all by yourself, the outcome is beautiful

[@MommaFromScratch]

I want to do this so thank you so much for sharing you’ve done a great job

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much! You can do it!!🤗💪

[@eaccents]

Really nice work!!! My Dad never had an impact driver so I never knew they existed but I recently saw the light and I guarantee getting one will change your life 👍 I now have a 12V drill/impact driver (lighter weight for 90% of my projects) as well as a 24V drill and 20V impact driver for those jobs that require more power. Makes driving those screws effortless!

[@TameikaMcPhaul]

You did an AMAZING JOB!!! I am so inspired to create a space like this.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much!! That means a lot😊

[@710Garage]

ive been trying to talk my wife into this project, and she was against it until this video! thank you!!! ill try to video like you did and show the progress

[@HomeWithStefani]

Awesome! Thanks for watching and good luck with your project!

[@sabrinaramos1435]

Hidden gem this channel!

[@HomeWithStefani]

So glad you found it! Thanks for watching!!🤗

[@radair07]

I stumbled upon this video because I was down a home improvement/DIY KZbin rabbit hole. I was already pretty sure I was going to subscribe, but the way you set up the knobs for the dresser to be spray painted sealed the deal, haha. There were so many things in this video where I was like, “Damn, that’s so smart! I would’ve never thought to do it that way!” I knew I was missing things when I DIYed that would make my work look more professional, but I wasn’t exactly sure how they were accomplished. This video showed all the little things that make a project look more professional and make it easier to do. Super helpful!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you for watching! 😊

[@TheWebMindset]

I think the closet looks even better because she's got the best smile ever!

[@Truckerchick04942]

Wow! Wow! Wow!!! You did one hellava job! This was no small undertaking! Very physical work. My late husband and I used to do all sorts of home repair with our old farmhouse so I know what goes into doing something like this. You certainly have some great carpentry skills!

[@anndivakarla7763]

Oh!! Wow !! Just WOWWWW!!! Never underestimate power of women. Nothing Is impossible . Specially when you have the right tools and budget. Ofcourse hardwork and passion. Thank you for sharing . Kudos girl !!! My next project and you are my guru. 🙏🙏

[@SableSunsets]

I’d love to hear the total cost and then have a professional come in a price out how much it would have been $$$ !! Love it you did such a beautiful job and so inspirational !l

[@myrtlebeachsara]

@Pat Media thank you, I was also curious!

[@kklc]

Plywood and wood is overkill for a closet. It'd be cheeper, faster and better (for example: drawers with a brake) if she just used white chipboard which is cheaper and no painting needed. Making drawers all of chipboard is way lot easier than you think.

[@firstname2072]

@@kklc but it looks rubbish and cheap

[@aleb5195]

@@kklc i have that kind of thing in the closets of my new house and they are sagging! Looking to rip them out and get real wood or wire shelves.

[@kklc]

​ @meat ball 3000 ​ @A Leb remember that in the name of the video is "on a Budget".

[@vitoriodeleon]

wow,,,, How nice it is to see a woman work and with so much talent congratolations

[@nannettebenedetto9198]

I love what you do in your videos. You have inspired me to start doing things in my home myself. Thank you for breaking down the gender barriers with the stuff you do. You have given me confidence that I can do this stuff too! 😊😊😊

[@Shahinaz14]

Dear Stefani, You're such an artist and so talented, I just found your channel and now I'm in love with it Thank you ❤

[@haciendadad]

I'm impressed with the trim work. I got to the last video (Q&A) and I could not believe how clean the trim and the edges of the shelves looked. Man, it looks professional! The Q&A was very helpful!

[@Godfaithfulservants]

I have to tell you I am very proud of you like I cant believe you just completed a whole closet design that's awesome and it looks so professional way to gooo!!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much!!

[@TheAmazingRowen]

Such fantastic guidance! Well done, well done indeed!! My only addition is if you're going to lay it down on concrete you should use pressure-treated lumber. Wood never stops soaking up moisture even in the desert... Eventually you will have mold and rot.

[@Indycrr]

I think you did a great job with this build. I really like the attention to detail in the finish work 👌

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you I appreciate that!

[@1973TJM]

Wonderful job. WOW. We are remodeling soon and adding a walk in closet near this size. I love what you did and will share it with my wife.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Please do! Thank you for watching!

[@brunoampm1]

FANTASTIC!!! COMPLETE JOB!!! YOU EVEN TEACH EVERYTHING, INCLUDING TIPS ABOUT THE MUSIC THAT I LOVED!!! YOU ARE A WONDERFUL WOOD WOMAN, I HOPE YOU ARE WONDERFUL IN EVERYTHING YOU DO IN YOUR LIFE AND LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@montrealsportsfan7547]

Love the Notorious BIG t-shirt!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@mrsterrell1994]

You are my hero girl! I absolutely love this. I am obsessed with closets. You did a beautiful job.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Love to hear that!! Thank you so much!🤗

[@ensenanzadeidiomas9036]

Hi Stefani, very nice project with clear and detailed suggestions. Thanks for sharing and greetings from Colombia.

[@hoonlee2026]

Wow..just wow.. I just finished watching both part 1 and 2. I must say that I am truly amazed by your enthusiasm and skills and the whole master plan. I have been looking in to D.I.Y closet system because I wanted to build one for my wife and almost gave up and just buy systems from IKEA because that seemed more reasonable to me. But your Vids changed my thoughts and attitude and brought whole new game. I will give it a try. I know it would be priceless feeling of accomplishment after all is done. Thank you for giving me encouragement and hope I can come back with a good news.

[@justinashealthyghanaianmeals]

Your craftsmanship is amazing, wow. I meant have to hire someone because I don’t think I can pull it off.

[@cialajones1106]

I am in love with that color! It's so calming, sophisticated and cozy.

[@haciendadad]

All I can say, is you're my hero! I've been planning on doing the same to our closet and I am a little reluctant, and you seem fearless and you are doing this solo too! WOW. Kudos on a job well done!

[@deborahmeighen3855]

Stefani, thank you so much for your awesome videos! We used the basic idea that you created with your closet and modified it a little to fit our closet needs. We needed more hanging clothes space so we went with a single dresser in the closet along with more space for the clothes rods. Since we were building from a subfloor we went with 1x3 lumber in the floor under the bottom plywood, but your ideas really put us on the right track! The profile pic is a pic of our finished product :)

[@LaSeviancehairspasalon2419]

WOW!!! you did an amazing job 👌🏾I just had California Closet to come out and after watching you I'm inspire to do it my self

[@wilnajaye9644]

Girl! That looks Amazing! God bless your carpentry skills!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thanks so much!! 🤗

[@LauraDoesLife]

I’ve not even finished watching yet but this is awesome!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much!😊

[@theycallmethehunter5009]

And a LED light to top it off. Makes a big difference

[@norahfriel6780]

Hi Stefani, love all of your videos! My sister and I used your video to create my walk in closet and it looks amazing! We still have trim, putty, sand and paint to do ... but I am so excited we pulled it off so far! I think we have watched this video at least ten times while building! So helpful!!!

[@MsLashun]

Good lord this is GORGEOUS!! I'm currently having mines redone but I wished I had ran across your video before I decided on mines!!!

[@judybuchanan2753]

Stephanie I wanted to say thank you for the inspiration to build out my closet.

[@judybuchanan2753]

I wish I could send a pic, but I don’t know how.

[@deborahwelcome4191]

Wow!!! I admire your tenacity!!! It’s Beautiful!!!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much!!😊

[@SkeleSquatch51]

I absolutely love this!! Your closet has got to be the coolest one I've seen!

[@jtltet]

Nice job!! Looks good. The only thing thing to point out maybe for future projects is that you should have built your 2x4 base out of treated lumber since it is in direct contact with the concrete which means it will draw moisture from the concrete. Hopefully it won't cause any problems but figured I would share that with you for next time.

[@colinblankenship2401]

You did a good job and it looks beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@harrymurphy7448]

Splendid job Stefani! You are an absolute inspiration!!!

[@jaysweet7316]

Super! I love this!! You seem to be a wonderful woman🙌🏽 Thank you for sharing this!!!💕

[@SDMacMan]

That is looking great. I’m impressed, and I’ve been doing finish carpentry for 30 plus years. 👍🏼👏🏼⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@HomeWithStefani]

Love to hear that, thanks for watching!!

[@carolyneg3780]

Awesome!! Wow 🤩 what a makeover ...so impressed with your power tool skills and levelling everything.

[@MG-yo6nb]

goregeous! and the closet is nice too.

[@lindafliegel2186]

My goodness, it turned out beautiful! You were as good as any professional. 🔨🪚

[@Earners777]

I am proud of your work, very nice. 🎉

[@manuelcastillo5999]

So pretty!! Very good job.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you!!

[@lordrichard8184]

Although it’s a little annoying you should hook the sander up to a shop vac to help reduce the dust. Sometimes they have a direct vacuum attachment. For my dewalt sander I had to make one out of pvc pipe. I just heated it up till it was super flexible then shoved it together and let it cool. I’ve also had good luck using 2” masking tape to tape it all together for a temporary solution.

[@noeraldinkabam]

You can be proud of this! It looks awesome and no pro could/would have done it better. Kudos.

[@thegirlatthefrontdesk3519]

You are so bad ass. I am definitely interested in the rest of your channel. I am in the middle of my first big project, a chicken run and you have me motivated to get it done.

[@Staywitswagg86]

I wish I could show you my closet. Thank you so much for the help. You are amazing and it helped me with my DIY projects.

[@CookingwithAfton]

Great Job

[@johnpiegzik298]

Great job! I would get a glitzzy crystal chandelier! That would look very glamorous! John 😎👍

[@ebonijohnson4442]

Omg this is a dream home kind of closet! You did an amazing job. It came out so beautifully!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much!💞

[@sandramagnusson7799]

I'm in the midst of the planning for a redoing of our walkin-closet and this is great inspiration. Awesome job!

[@purplemoon8637]

Wow! That is over the top DIY!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Yes for sure!! 😅

[@TheBigal44]

You are so talented can't believe you you done all that yourself I wouldn't even know we're to start well done

[@cyberindio]

I'm a craft journeyman my whole life and I've been wanting to do the EXACT same thing to a very similar closet of my own. I started watching your vid just to laugh and criticize. WOW, was I wrong!! I'm going through your plan step-by-step, taking notes and bookmarking these vids. I'm going to follow your template and hope my results are as good as yours. My respect and admiration for your skillz!!!

[@HomeWithStefani]

haha I appreciate your honesty! Thank you for watching 😊

[@mv7967]

Hello, Miss Stefani. My wife and I watched Parts 1 & 2 of your closet organization project. We are impressed with what you have done with your closet. It's very tasteful and functional. We discussed what you have done and we want to do something similar, using the type of materials you used. Our space is more long than wide, but not a problem. Now we have some ideas to work with. Thank you for sharing. We will be watching for more of your videos, Stefani.

[@HomeWithStefani]

I love to hear that!! Thank you so much for watching and good luck with your closet project! 😊💪

[@charyn411]

Excellent work. I love your closet; it's beautiful.

[@michaelhodges2211]

Just a couple of helpful recommendations. Use a paint sprayer to speed up process. Also primer on floor before pain. Great job!

[@JKele]

This is incredible. You could build a house, no problem.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you! Maybe someday 😊💪

[@Ole-Son]

Devin is a lucky man with that well built closet!

[@scottkievning9297]

HELLO STEFANI THAT CLOSET SYSTEM LOOKS FABULOUS..YOU'RE CLOSET IS JUST WHAT MY MOTHER'S NEEDS..HER CLOSET INSERT WILL BE 47" X 28" DON'T KNOW WHEN THE CLOSET WILL BE STARTED OR FINISHED BUT I HOPE IT LOOKS AS GOOD AS YOURS..NICE VIDEO..GREAT JOB..

[@greekgod166ify]

Unreal Stefani well done

[@user-po1cv8ml5r]

Здравствуйте! Я впервые смотрю ваше видео, я в восторге! Вы такая умница! Все сделано аккуратно, красиво и практично! С удовольствием подписываюсь на вас

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much!! 💞😊

[@jackandlill]

I don't know if you watch Living to diy w/Rachel Metz .....You probably do..but...if you don't you would love her - she does everything from bathrooms to garage makeovers as well as some great outdoor spaces & she also learns as she goes & she's been at it for a while so she has great tips & tricks! Her before & afters are so satisfying just like yours! I can't imagine how good it feels everytime you look at your new closet.,,,,,beautiful~ ♥ PS I love your paint color & McGee & Co too!

[@er1073]

Thank you for your service Stefani. Another very well thought out project.

[@VanAddae]

I mean is she bad ass or what. This is what I would like to be, building stuff all over the place but alas some of us dont have that skill. Super proud of you girl and I wish I could be your assistant for a day on a build. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@bernadetteleonard4940]

You’re awesome! But that top shelf could’ve been left open for more space. But it’s still a great build! I love it!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you!! 😊

[@michalkalicky3884]

exactly :) this way it would provide even more space :) but an awesome job!

[@keitht8183]

Thank you! After getting quotes from contractors, I’m going to do it myself on my master br closet! These vids are inspiring and very helpful!

[@japeramalwah9797]

My next projects are my master bedroom closets and my pantry. Your videos are truly inspirational. Definitely following for more ideas!!!!

[@bryaneichenberger1534]

on the top corner dead spaces u could cut little doors in there for hiding stuff or ma the panel removable. same on the bottom u have space between the 2x4s

[@kamismall950]

You go girl! This is amazing, you should be so proud of yourself.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thanks so much Kami!

[@jennieruiz2989]

Girl, you are amazing. Good job.😄

[@tazestudios]

This is turned out lovely. I would highly recommend Torx screws over phillips head screws, you'll never want to go back! (especially if you start using an impact driver)

[@cruzdeborgona]

Uaauu! No solo te a quedado precioso, sino qué bien hecho con todos sus remates y muy funcional. Chapó, me quito el sombrero!

[@cassiemarie859]

i do not have the patience, this is amazing I've done a lot of carpentry projects with my brother so I have a healthy appreciation for how much work this is. this looks awesome

[@carlwebinar1571]

Stefani, great job on the closet and thank you for your service to our country!

[@maxinemuhammad5979]

Looks amazing well done great job😍😍😍❤️❤️👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@dbasix-ocho-zero-cinco]

just finished ours it came out great! thank you Stefani for creating these videos

[@tygereyes]

Beauty is nice ingenuity, intelligence, and talent is better - nicely done! :)

[@Johnbrown-zo9wx]

Nice job Girl . Keep up the good work you have inspired so many of us.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you for watching, John!

[@dannyl2598]

I hope you left the top center cubby removable so you can use those corners for secret hiding places.

[@davetaylor2088]

Looks awesome mate. Love it.

[@antonfelich]

Like every KZbin expert who thinks they know everything, there was a couple of spots I would do slightly different. But who cares what we think, you did some awesome work, you go girl!