DIY Playhouse Makeover Challenge: BEFORE and AFTER - Thrift Diving

UPDATED: Unfortunately, we didn't win! At the last minute, another blogger pulled her votes ahead of us! Thanks to all that voted! Get the tutorial here: www.homes.com/... #ad
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This is the THIRD time participating in a playhouse makeover challenge for charity sponsored by Homes .com! I won the last 2 DIY playhouse makeover challenges and now I'm going for win #3, with a "SPRING" theme! I'll be donating the $750 prize to either a homeless shelter or a charity that's helping to fight COVID-19 !
First "Cobblestone" Playhouse Makeover:
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Second "Holiday" Themed DIY Playhouse Makeover:
• BEFORE and AFTER: DIY ...
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Duck Egg Blue Chalk Paint
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Serena Appiah
P.O. Box 463
Spencerville, MD 20858

[@ThriftDiving]

*VOTE HERE by Friday, April 3rd, 12p.m. noon EST!!!!* -- thriftdiving.com/spring

[@darniataylor7749]

I just voted & you're in the lead!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@kelleymariejones6388]

That stencil is fabulous and worth the time, great job!

[@dezzyslife2122]

Beautiful I love. Ugh I wish I could send you a play house and design one for my kids lol. I voted for you!

[@cappleget]

I voted for the BEST!! Thrift Diving!! Extra good Luck!!

[@Melaniepipoule67]

Really pretty ! A question : did you put a specific protection for the paint after all of that work ? :) like for UV and other stuff

[@AndrewMartinIsHere]

Hey Serena, this is fantastic! The playhouse company should hire you to design a range of these to sell (as well as the blanks to inspire creativity). Beautiful end result. Well done, gets my vote.

[@donnam.dominick5576]

You knocked it out of the park again this year! LOVE this house!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you, Donna!!!

[@benniececiliamattox7426]

This is such a cheerful playhouse! I know the child that gets it will be thrilled. Thanks for sharing a preview and getting my mind off the world's crisis.

[@ThriftDiving]

I know, it has been hard for me to concentrate on anything else right now too! I still have projects to do and deadlines for this...that...but I am finding it hard to focus because I keep wanting to search for positive news that this will all be over soon!

[@cw6744]

Hey Serena! You are right. I said I have seen this before lol. Girl you did an awesome job. What little girl would not love to have it. Love the colors - and the table is awesome. The eggs set it off. Looks like another winner to me☺.

[@elisevautour6292]

Wow Serena, I just Love what you have done. Very clever idea with the eggs. Way to go sunshine. 🌞💜🇨🇦

[@lisaroth7526]

I think this is my favorite of your houses so far - LOVE the stenciling and that adorable egg lamp. Actually, I love everything about it. You are very very good at this!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thanks so much, Lisa!! The egg lamp is my favorite part! It's so funny how, when I saw the big 'ole plastic eggs at the store, I had NO idea what I was going to do with it! I love how ideas just come once I get started on something! Thanks for your support, girlfriend!

[@barbarawarner6797]

Your playhouse turned out beautifully! I love those soft colors, and that little table with the egg trim and big egg light are just spectacular! Great job!

[@Lizzy43645]

This is my favorite project you’ve ever done! That table is just too precious!!! I love everything about this!!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Yay, thank you, Liz!!

[@barbarawarner6797]

Every time I watch you remodeling this playhouse, I find it even more precious. What a charming toy for any child - and it is so cheerful. You are a genius!

[@Laylia_]

This is super adorable and doubly impressive since you could only use things on hand! Well done!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thanks, Laylia!!

[@I_heart_dolls]

I have the 1990 country outdoor playhouse. I was thinking of painting it. The original color is faded, and some window pieces are missing. Was thinking of giving it away. I also don't feel like painting😂 You did a great job

[@thebradoctor1858]

This is fabulous. So cheerie. I would definitely play in it! Love how you used supplies you had on hand! WINNER!!

[@evelyneca7454]

This is my favourite one you've done! So pretty! I love that you added the flowerbox!

[@lindagreiss4093]

Fantastic spring playhouse! Loved your colors, Stenciling, window box, table & egg lamp!

[@craftingwithangie2021]

Awwww....how cute! You are so creative my friend. You have my vote of course. :)

[@sarajones4782]

You are absolutely amazing!!! I thoroughly enjoy every one of your presentations. Thank you for all the time and talents you "spend" on these projects. I will always vote for your artistic talents. Thanks for your devotion to the less fortunate!

[@sandeelassota3123]

Serena I'm always impressed with your creativity. Love the easter egg light. You definitely get my vote!

[@ThriftDiving]

Yay, thanks, Sandee!!

[@susanfranklin8550]

Beautiful. Love the color scheme. The table is awesome. You did it again, Serena. Blessings!

[@AC-qi9wo]

Really nice job, it's very sweet now you need a chair for your table... I did look at the other two they are very sweet, but you knocked it out of the park on yours...

[@lozashley9616]

Wow this is gorgeous, really just goes to shows what you can achieve with things you already have either stocked up or left from other projects😘, I'm currently doing the same turning my cupboard under the stairs Ino a bar. Much love hope your all keeping well in this crazy time 💜 xx

[@kaylab6301]

Go thrift diving !!!! I just voted we are on locked down as well . Nice to enjoy some DIY while at home . Go ladies keeping all your homes lovely ,petty and DIY on a budget

[@nanwilder2853]

These playhouse challenges are so fun to watch! It really is a great idea. When I went to vote, was not at all surprised to see that the obvious choice was yours, Serena. Fingers crossed that the third time’s (also) charmed!

[@holly5791]

Such an adorable little house. Any child would love it. Great use of eggs. I love the lamp. Looks like you’re in the lead! 👍🏻🤞

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

I agree!! Painting with a pointy brush helps and saves time than taping

[@marthahanley3105]

I have no doubt of your talent. You're amazing and so far I love the colors and design you have chosen. Crossing fingers for another win!

[@VaLonFrandsen]

How fun. These houses are one of my favorite things you do, so cool everytime. One of these days I want to makeover one too. Love it.

[@lds20020]

Looks awesome great job 👍 someone is really going to love this. Thanks for bringing others so much joy. God bless you 🙏

[@ThriftDiving]

I am going to pass it along to my niece! She is now almost a year old so this would be perfect for her!

[@fealee31]

I had to look at the rest of the entries to give a fair vote and YOU knocked it out of the park by far!!!! Well done 🤗

[@hismom5600]

What a wonderful finished product! Thanks for the Easter themed upload. It's nice to be reminded of the beauty of the season❤️

[@TheFifeLife]

Thanks so much for making this! Your video inspired me with doing this and making a video for my girls!! Love how it made it look so fun!

[@maryowens9179]

Beautifully decorated and love the colors. What talent.

[@livinglarivasloca7822]

Seriously so cute!!! I love your creativity.

[@cynthiamaldonado8051]

I just voted for you. So far you are beating the competition!

[@kathleenlee3785]

I voted for you! I love your house, because of your shows I have been looking for a second hand one to try this out. Love to you and your family. Stay safe

[@jenniferrumsey9887]

I would love to see a painted laminate furniture project. Love everything you do!!!

[@sabrinahortzog2068]

I absolutely love that color scheme.

[@wendy833]

Love it, and the stencil just gives it an extra boost.

[@g.pearson4726]

That's so pretty 🥰

[@andreawalker2535]

You did a splendid job! The play house is beautiful. I voted for you!

[@tinamayhle3512]

You are so creative 😍 I love this idea! I voted!

[@Only1_Me]

Beautiful! Makes me want to be a kid again!

[@MAHWL]

My vote is in!! 😇🤓🤓🙏 you did a great job!! Love love love it !!

[@ToyAddict]

How cute!!! I love all of the little details.

[@ron2nd2nonediy11]

I love this one Rena you rocked it out totally voting for you and GOOD LUCK

[@heididikekingston]

Wonderful! I just love all your projects- beautiful work!

[@waleskanieves6095]

Sooo beautiful! You mastered again girl!🥰

[@joannjohnson8334]

Gorgeous! But then again you always do amazing work!!!

[@lorikorstanje2964]

Love this for thrift diving prize. I got this same house from the trash I'm going to paint it also you've inspired me!

[@darniataylor7749]

I would have loved this when I was a little girl and I was a tomboy! YOU are so creative!

[@cherylxavier1123]

Love the egg idea! Looks amazing thank you for sharing x

[@jeanniealford4234]

This is darling. Great makeover.

[@cariocainlondres]

What type of paint is this ? Is this specific for plastic ? And how many cans do I need for a house this size ? It’s lovely well done

[@cindyloustodos2300]

Wow wow wow!!! New to chalk painting and just found on market place a play house for grand babies... How well does the chalk paint hold up on an outdoor play house ???

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

Just voted. You're ahead right now with 55%!

[@mck003]

Love your videos!! Inspires me to "remodel" my kid's old step 2 kitchen. Can you play with this house in doors with this type of paint?

[@kaiblack3334]

Very nice. Love it. Hoping you win🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗

[@ThriftDiving]

Thanks! Voting goes live 12noon on 3/27!!

[@lavajones68]

You are always so fabulous.

[@gracefullyliving8678]

So cute!!!! Great job

[@Frosting1000]

I really enjoyed seeing new techniques, I really only thought spray paint was the only option 🤔😂 using a paintbrush to do the bricks looks a lot easier

[@GingerLolaMiniatures]

Looks amazing!

[@jpdesignscompany]

That is ADORABLE....I need one in my size lol!!

[@lestranged]

The egg lamp is my favorite! What kind of light is inside?

[@marciabentley9557]

I voted for you. Hope you win, because your house is definitely the cutest! 😊❤

[@lindsaye9472]

Beautiful!

[@anjledube7026]

Absolutely adorable ❤️💕 this is beyond gorgeous ❤️💙

[@jaynegriffiths1894]

I love everything you do and this is no exception makes me wish my girls were little again anyway just voted can’t tell you ( it was you ) 🤫 stay safe xx

[@mommaofheathens3509]

Eeeeeek! Love these videos! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@leslielewis40]

Beautiful job!!

[@catvenable9173]

Looks like another winner to me!

[@kenyastoker3805]

You are amazingly talented Omg. So inspiring 🥰🥰🥰

[@laurenstein7751]

Adorable. 💕💕 Indiana, USA

[@ThriftDiving]

Thanks, Lauren!

[@CindyLejeune]

Great job! Where did you get the big stencil?

[@daixyray]

This is beautiful. We just got the little tikes castle from a neighbor. I plan on giving it a make over. I know you said chalk paint is the best. Do you need to put anything on it after?

[@patfitzpatrick3061]

Gorgeous. Can't wait to vote. I voted on the last one too.

[@ajhulsey7774]

Since you used chalk paint on this project....did you seal it at all? I didn't see that in the video but even if this playhouse was only used inside the chalk paint would not stay on well at all without sealing.

[@angelaachee7933]

Ohhh girl you winning!!!!!! ❤️🥚❤️

[@TheeEllieBooble]

What paint do you use for the duck egg? Is it home made? It’s beautiful!! X

[@lorenraquel1]

This turned out amazing!!! So cute

[@HeatherCashArt]

So cute!

[@alkiq00]

Great job!! Voting done ✅

[@Rarjona74]

Yes I did vote. You winning 🏅 ❤️❤️❤️

[@fortheloveofdecorandmore]

Beautiful

[@JessicaSmith-gd1fu]

Brilliant!

[@artladybluntzer4112]

this came out so cute!! God bless

[@TeenMom2009]

Beautiful house! I just redid mine on my channel!

[@cindyreynolds4230]

So cute! I voted for yours!

[@carlosbrigham5900]

I voted for you I love Thrift diving 😍

[@panacheluxury4262]

This was really neat!

[@andih6658]

This is simply gorgeous Id have loved a Wendy house like this 😳💖

[@donnamartin2568]

Oh my gosh it's beautiful

[@jardonawms4606]

Serena, you did a amazing job and of course you get my vote

[@ThriftDiving]

Thanks, Jackey!! :) I will email you the link to vote when it goes live at noon today!

[@scrappinnwrappin]

This came out so cute!! I submitted my vote!! Good luck!

[@hildiborkowski4436]

How cute!!!!

[@kristyneto2711]

AMAZING!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you, Kristyne!!

[@debbieriffel3846]

Voted for you, so adorable!

[@lindanave6390]

I love this!!

[@TraeDawn43]

Love it!💗

[@KelseyDrummer]

I've never clicked so fast. I've missed your videos. :)

[@azurafae]

Did you seal the chalk paint?