FINALLY finishing my ultimate backyard makeover

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If you have been following along with my Making Home Series - you know that I have been working on the outside of my house. My backyard was not awful, but really needed an upgrade, so why not go all out right?! There was so much to do for this project but I am so happy with the final results!! Follow along as I garden, repaint, lighten up and refresh my backyard space!
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IN THIS VIDEO
0:00 - intro
1:36 - plant shopping
2:45 - gardening
3:15 - garage doors
6:55 - deck staining
9:50 - painting the garage
12:50 - lighting
16:37 - hardware
19:32 - trimming weeds
20:15 - shopping day
21:18 - electrical work
22:48 - more shopping!
23:38 - salesforce
25:08 - planters
26:10 - bird bath
30:32 - planting
31:05 - lighting
35:01 - final touches
35:40 - reveal
Please note that we are not professionals and that all projects seen on our channel must be completed at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for any harm or injury that may occur. Be safe!

[@TheSorryGirls]

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[@ChellB1234]

I’m a Saleforce Admin! I love Salesforce!!!

[@kaikai8684]

hope the screw for the wall planters didn't go through the fence into your neighbor's side? just worried if the sharp end is exposed .... just so everyone is safe ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@dzenoking638]

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[@alainap4165]

I thought I was hearing things when you said you were sponsored by Salesforce! I'm a Salesforce consultant and love that my favorite KZbin channel uses it. Worlds colliding!

[@TamarLitvot]

@@ChellB1234 I was impressed with Salesforce’s response to the Texas anti-woman vigilante law. Good company!

[@jocewaitwhat]

Kelsey and Becky showing that houses are long term projects that arent done overnight - like most DIY channels or DIYs make it seem like - is giving me so much anxiety relief. We moved into our house in May and I always want to get everything just right, but seeing progress over real time with these videos always reminds me that 'making home' is a process that takes time and patience!!

[@naheed4481]

Especially when you're working with a budget!

[@colleenstull7030]

This! I've been in my house for two years and it's just now starting to feel settled.

[@bardin35mm]

💯

[@Ddrhl]

Done over night? They are NEVER done!

[@matti9208]

My parents bought their house over 20 years ago and never stoped changing and improving things. Some thing will never really be "done" but thats ok. We change and so we need our homes to change with us

[@GodessSiri]

You've actually created the perfect bee drinking fountain. The rocks give them something to stand on while they drink so they don't drown in a big pool of water and the fountain prevents the water from becoming stagnant.

[@sadxtango]

Aw man that sounds so cute

[@PabloEmanuel96]

And also the movement prevents mosquitoes development Although I don't know if they are a big problem in Canada

[@Desiree216]

@@PabloEmanuel96 they are lol

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

Ahhhhh

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

@@PabloEmanuel96 I think so. I live close by and there are mosquitoes. Probably not as bad as southern US.

[@teresaanya]

My heart was so happy when she put the dragonfly door knocker back on. The entire space looks amazing but that knocker adds so much to the door and I love it.

[@jessicapinto3817]

Me too! But I'm biased as I love dragonflies

[@lizabee484]

It’s such a whimsical little detail! Makes my heart happy too!!

[@Air00]

That green garage with the black accents and dark wood is so aesthetically pleasing! 😍

[@theglamourghoul5308]

This has to be my all time favorite makeover that Kelsey has ever done! The color story is absolutely beautiful. So she definitely made up for her last fiasco. Lol. Outdoor design might just be her strong suit, in my opinion!😍👏🏻

[@katherinehunt172]

I agree! And the decision making was on point this episode. Love to see it

[@mellie4174]

Last fiasco?

[@theglamourghoul5308]

@@mellie4174 lol yeah I was just teasing her about the teal color she chose for the wall going into the office that nobody liked.

[@jeanettekakareka]

Agree!!!! It's GORGEOUS

[@LaughingInTiny]

I don't want to be the person who always picks out the "stuff" but in this case it's important. Drilling into a tree creates a high likelihood of the tree being dead in a few years. It would be much better to buy one of those metal chain connectors and loop it around the branch. And yes, there are legalities but they differ per situation. There was a woman in Vancouver who was fined $50k per tree for killing her neighbours trees. Just an FYI for anyone else thinking of doing this. Otherwise this was such a fantastic series and well worth the watch. Love your unique way of seeing "problems" and finding creative solutions. Stunning redo!

[@tildawilkinson2992]

This should be further up! I was going to say this, thank you. Please don’t drill into trees

[@wellhello1603]

Good that you said it! Ignorance will not save people from consequences, so it’s good to educate others. Sad that they didn’t even try to look up the legality of it, just did the thing. I was wondering why they wouldn’t loop the chain around instead of drilling , it seemed to not only be a safer option, but easier one as well. Branches grow, so lamps will move eventually.

[@idfkas]

This! I came to say the same lol. I was really surprised they didn’t just hook it around the tree 🤭 The mirror scares me to, could set something on fire.

[@evercuriousmichelle]

I didn't realize drilling into the tree could cause problems. I do know that even though the tree overhangs, it's still technically the neighbor's tree and they should have asked the neighbors for permission first.

[@LaughingInTiny]

@@idfkas omg that's something I just learned about! Actually it was crystals in the windowsill being a fire hazard, but boils down to the same thing. I thought it was crazy when I first heard it but then I was saying something to a friend and she knew someone who lit her bedroom on fire! I mean, probably not super common but worth knowing so she can check the placement!

[@LisaIsabelle]

Gorgeous space, Kelsey! Just for info, in Ontario you can drill (and even cut) any branch that hangs over your property, but if you cut them you have to return them to the owner of the tree. Of course to maintain a good relationship with your neighbor, it's always better to ask before cutting them off or, in this case, drilling into them. 😅

[@wellhello1603]

Drilling into a branch can kill the tree tho, from what I heard. And if that tree dies- you’ll have to pay a fine

[@mellie4174]

@@wellhello1603 why does everyone keep saying this? I've seen tons of trees between 80 and 50 years old with nails in them. It's the same concept. The tree will put scar tissue around the screw and it will become part of the tree

[@tommycarlier9617]

@@mellie4174 depends largely on the species of tree. Birch for example will almost certainly die. Most trees will be fine as long as the holes are small and few. There's also a difference between hammering in a nail that stays there, not giving bacteria a chance to get in (or a small chance at least). A drill creates a more severe wound than a nail, plus you've got a higher chance of bacteria since the hole is left open for a bit before screwing something in it. I highly doubt she killed the whole thing but why risk it (when it isn't hers at that) when she could have looped the chain around

[@wildlifegardenssydney7492]

@@tommycarlier9617 I totally agree.

[@heehoopeanut420]

@@tommycarlier9617I'm sure it'll be fine tho. Tress have immune systems, evolutionarily speaking it wouldn't make much sense if a few holes in a higher branch wiped the whole tree out.

[@alexxxtheonlyone]

Beautiful! I can’t help but be baffled by the Canadian-ness of this reno ahaha, I really makes me smile. As an Aussie, every time I see electrical fittings and changes done by a non-electrician, I can’t help but feel something is going to go terribly wrong ahaha. It’s illegal to do lots of electrical work in Australia without a licence! I was equally stunned to see a mirror in the yard - if you did that in Aus, it would be huge fire hazard in the sunlight! Leaving candles outside is just asking for trouble, too, since they’d melt and warp so easily. I don’t know if it would be an issue in Canada ahaha The mention of squirrels makes me smile, too. I’m much more used to having possums or birds getting into things! I love seeing how differently we do things around the world! Kelsey, this all looks so wonderful! What a huge effort!

[@MaggieStrange1]

WHOA honestly I am tickled to find out a mirror outside would be a fire hazard. I live in Michigan (close to Canada, practically the same climate) and that would neeeeeever occur to me or anyone else I'd imagine. it's just not sunny/hot enough here! so interesting.

[@LuxrayVillage]

Honestly mirrors do not have to be hot to create a fire hazard, but maybe that’s why she discolored the glass a bit?

[@wanjina618]

As an Aussie who lived in Toronto for 4 years I get that as well. Electrical work and possums, all true. Now the problem we have here is bush turkeys and wallabies getting into things as well as possums and birds; Canadians have squirrels, raccoons and foxes to deal with. For me this video was a nostalgia trip in some ways as I recognise the house style from my time there. I have left candles undercover outside and they did 'slump' with the heat here. When winter comes in Toronto they'll bring everything inside so no frozen candles. 🕯️

[@sheffi01008631]

Here in norther California in the forest, all of your notes apply! This area is rated as high fire risk so all things non-flammable are non-negotiable!

[@TextingBiz]

Can we all agree that when she uploads our day gets better! 💖

[@chenalindelossantos967]

so much better 💯

[@LeaRahelsRezensionen]

Maybe you could add little hooks underneath the top of your garbage system/bench, then but a loop of string on the handle of your bins that you can put over the hooks (and take off when needed). That way the lid of your bins will open at the same time as the bench, if this works. I hope you understand what I mean, I'm not that good at explaining😅

[@erinmoore9681]

Genius!

[@Cyanntific]

@@erinmoore9681 yeah that's such a good idea!

[@sandrathomas2079]

Love the garage color. It looks great with the deck color. You're done a great job. 👏👏

[@carololiveira4831]

Can we just appreciate how Rachel is always Serving Looks™, oh my God, girl!

[@valantonio8038]

I love that you’re able to do what you love and get paid for doing it by sharing it with us! It is absolutely inspiring and I hope everyone watching will use this as motivation to pursue their own endeavors!

[@theresahoward7216]

You have done a fantastic job with this house. I agree with others that have stated that we appreciate that you show renovations as a long term project...not a weekend or week project like network Shows make it seem. Also love that you show mistakes and corrections. Inspiring.

[@Jeminiw1969]

Would love to see a follow up of this space one year later. I would invest more in our outdoor area if I thought it would hold up for more than one season! I live in a hot sunny humid climate and after one full season all of those bold dark colors would be bleached out and look really bad 🙄

[@MaggieStrange1]

I feel the same way about snow! even "outdoor proof" things tend to look grimy and gross after being under snow for 5 months. I live in a snowy climate (I'm super close to Canada actually) and I'm just like... hmm................ would it work for more than 1 summer?

[@lauramoore8823]

Same here with snow. Any wood has to be reeeeally well sealed and even then needs a new coat or two every couple seasons. We also pull out outdoor things that can move into the shed in winter. But where I'm at it can snow in July so 🤷‍♀️ it doesn't always help!

[@fergieingrid2521]

That's my worry too. I mean when it rains you need to run outside and grab the cushions. So i wonder if other materials won't fit better depending on where you live.

[@bustingyewls154]

Just gotta replace the cushions. It’s annoying but probably gonna have to buy new cushions every year and try to buy the ones that are more sun resistant

[@mrycryl]

this video was defff worth the wait and the reveal was so satisfying given how we saw the whole process of the backyard makeover! also i just want to say that i've had phat crush on rachel for months now bcos she's just so nice and chill and stylish and i just want to cry.

[@alexd.2610]

Those abs tho 👀

[@devitoo888]

Yess yess Rachael also caught my eyes from the first time she showed up in this channel. So chic! And yes her abs tho

[@anneinbloom7348]

Rachel is giving intense Aurora vibes

[@kiramiryam208]

Yes huge girl crush 😂🙌🏼

[@lorimariegrace614]

Kelsey, this has to be one of the best small backyard makeovers I’ve ever seen. So functional but cozy. The vibe is so welcoming. Favorite part? ALL of it, but the top three for me - the glass barn doors, basket lights in the tree, the sectional and the garbage storage. Oh wait - that’s four. Told you l couldn’t choose.! Front door is a game changer, too! Great job, as usual….

[@katemckinnon5866]

This was absolutely one of my favourite shows! Such a warm, cozy vibe. I love it. I’m all about outdoor living!

[@NickyJ311]

I’m loving all the greens. The greens you chose are my favorites 🌲🌿🎄🌱🌵🌴🌳☘️🐲🐉🍐🍏🥒🥬🥝🥦🥑🫑🫒🧩🥎🎾🪀💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@sophiaavouris5378]

I am curious to see how that garage sliding door will work and last in winter. If the small gap between the door and the wall will cause small animals to get into the garage itself.

[@sunnyartsy1263]

It will most likely attract animals, if there is some form of food she should keep it WELL closed off, and if she wants to discourage them from moving in she can always have some light inside and play some music I'm a wildlife rehabber and this sounds exactly like the kind of place a raccoon would pick to have her babies haha

[@mocztenora]

The gaps can surely be patched up with an elastic band that runs on the outer edges of the doors touching the wall of the building. Also the door frame can be reinforced this way from the inside. I'm sure there is a way to keep things pretty and functional.

[@sunnyartsy1263]

@@mocztenora That might work! :) In the end animals will not move in if they believe you go there often and use the space a lot, because they see you as a threat! So having lights here and there, making noise, talking and having music will help to deter potential surprise neighbors :)

[@mocztenora]

@@sunnyartsy1263 Your idea brings to mind a few scenes from "Home alone". 😇😊

[@melissasmall4284]

@@sunnyartsy1263 can confirm! Regularly had issues with raccoons attempting to move into my garage roof/ceiling space so we put a small Bluetooth speaker and had music going off and on during the day as well as my daughters minecraft stream vods and KZbin vids with coyote sounds at night. It's worked like a charm!

[@mimi6654]

There is no reason to drill into a living tree like Kelsey did at 32.26. She just needed to double up the chain and hang it from the limb. Save the tree from overzealous decorating.

[@sjm1329]

Totally agree. If I were that neighbor, I'd be pissed.

[@melissabrown1759]

I was thinking the same thing. I would be really mad if I was the neighbor. What really bugged though me is that Kelsey acknowledges that she does not know the etiquette for dealing with a branch in her yard but she does not bother to find out. I was floored that she took a drill to the tree! Really inconsiderate and selfish.

[@serenakoleno9338]

Wonder if the solar lights will get enough sun to charge. Trees are pretty tough. But I would try to avoid damaging them. But back in the day folks attached treehouse steps, clotheslines and birdhouses and the trees generally survived. But it is always better to err on the side of caution. Even if you hate the tree, a dead limb could cause major damage and expense.

[@TheNinnyfee]

I agree that apart from the legal situation you should not drill into living trees. As they are living beings it's a "wound" for them they somehow have to heal.

[@dawnback]

@@melissabrown1759 tree in your yard, your property

[@aracelismedina-rodriguez6452]

I was so looking forward to this outdoor space to be complete…and Kelsey you did not disappoint. I love it!!! I love how your homes makeover has turned out. You have lots of awesome ideas.

[@laurenshrader7951]

this video just makes me happy. there's something so satisfying about watching things slowly come together.

[@christinestewart474]

The city oasis of my dreams! Seriously, I lived in TO for 25 years and literally could only dream about having an adorable home like yours. I am a construction project manager in Calgary now and I own my own home, DIY to my heart's content and have learned a lot from @TheSorryGirls. You are both great inspirations indeed!

[@alysonlofgren3328]

Girl you're going to have so much snow in your garage come the first blizzard with snowdrifts haha The barn doors are gorgeous, but that 3inch gap between the siding and the door is going to be no good.

[@kwong06]

I feel like if she was going to do it having them slide from inside would have been better but still be prone to snow and animals while leaving external trim up

[@hayleydeering6635]

@@kwong06 she might be able to weatherproof it somehow with some kind of weatherproofing drapes or seal on the interior that would still retain the exterior aesthetic she desires

[@alimashmihar1129]

Amazing transformation. Love the green, on black, on dark brown and brick, it really is a vibe

[@nataliepotts4716]

Everything about this bird bath/fountain brings me so much joy! "Grandma!" And also cutting the grass with scissors and your dad's perfect dad quotes. The space looks so good!

[@karolina6thatgirl]

I am still studying, I can't afford a house but I would love to have one and make it my own home one day. This serie is bringing me so much joy, I am watching from the beginning and it is really a whole a** journey and it turns out soo beautiful - I love everything (even the color of the wall in the toilet room)! I hope you feel good more and more in your new home ❤️

[@lisa7362]

I personally love the deck stain. The lighting is sooo good. I can wait for the plants to fully grow out. The tree lights with chains is such a vibe. The sage green blacks look sooo Amazing. Definitely my favourite makeover till now. Best one. Love it so much

[@nadinesilversparrow996]

The "bird bath" and mirror is so CUTE and interesting, I can't help but think of the raccoons having a little "fur care" moment on it 🦝⛲✨✨

[@ADHDforAdultsAndSeniors]

fun fact.. raccoons simply love to pee in water ... ;) I'm constantly cleaning my bird baths for that reason ... ;)

[@amyhartman8068]

Some bird is going to run into that mirror

[@sandieedward8214]

Even raccoon's & squirrels need food, water, a place of safety & some Love... On that Note Maybe building them places they could Live Happily would mean saving your hard work from there needs to find their home in their natural habitants... After All we share space with nature especially when we Love it as much as You do .. maybe build some bird houses, raccoon & Squirrel Hangouts that hep them while keeping you & Your friends & family safe as well...

[@stfusarahhh]

@@amyhartman8068 my first thought. terrible idea.

[@sandieedward8214]

So preparing a safety zone while protecting your environment is a terrible idea why because 1)more would come 2) risky factors ??? Can that be clarified ??? What's terrible about it ( we make bird houses for birds, then why not an area for squirrel homes in the trees or a safety pen for raccoons with ability for them to get in & out made for them & their needs) ****(We cannot keep ignoring wild Life they & us must learn to compromise our conditions clearly sharing space safely with each other) what's bad about green space environmental Living???)

[@aiangalang8452]

This backyard is such a vibe! It’s the one I wanna go home to after a long day of work! So chill and relaxing! Hats off to Kelsey and the whole TSG team!🤗✨

[@Dinakamoto]

Wow. This turned out great! 😍 I love the little fountain. It looks great with the stones from your grandma. And the color scheme is on point!

[@brittwanderer4261]

Oooof, every single one of the design elements in this makeover was SPOT ON. Your obsession with green is OUR obsession with green, immaculate vibes.

[@rosarythug]

i'm surprised with all the bigger renos you guys do you haven't invested in a paint sprayer. even just those few seconds of kelsey priming the garage it seemed like such a pain to do it by brush/roller.

[@wellhello1603]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

Spraying it is just as time consuming cleaning everything

[@mohedaicebear]

yess I was think exactly the same thing I'm surprised they don't have a Wagner sponsor yet they would use it so much. I have seen modernbuilds use it and it looks like it's just waht they need

[@davidbooher5559]

@@mermaiddiyartist8119 truth . And usually lots of time masking large areas off.

[@helenflouch]

I doubt very much that this girl is doing these jobs. Just watching her supposedly hammer something ... hmmm. This is sponsored and it's good information but nah, I can't believe it.

[@midnitemoon577]

Definitely such a cute, relaxing space to hang out in! Love the results. 💖👍🏾

[@sheffi01008631]

I love your channel! As a single female, retired, this is so encouraging. I am in escrow on a bit of a fixer. A project home! I used Bondo to fill splits in my dog ear fence before applying deck paint. Easy and inexpensive fix!

[@MrsStonetv]

Kelsey you cannot put screws into trees!!! The screws will rust and kill the tree!! Please please please fix it 😣😣😣

[@heimiticuellar4034]

Lol I just started this serie like an hour and a half ago sighing at the thought that I was gonna have to wait so long for the next episode and omg how lucky am I that by the time I finished the second épisode the 3rd one came out what 😱

[@TheSorryGirls]

you are the luckiest person ever

[@Erika-gm2tf]

Wow! Love it. You'll enjoy these spaces immensely. Very calming and cohesive.💕

[@ras8031]

This turned out INREDIBLE!! Straight out of Better Homes and Gardens. Just so gorgeous, crisp, organized, natural, gorgeous. Great great job on this space Kelsey!

[@caitlyns9587]

The transformation looks great! I know this series is meant to be more vlog style and not instructional but I do think you should have mentioned that in most cases barn doors wouldn’t be recommended for a outdoor application due to the gap, lack of seal, and the track and hardware will be susceptible to rust and deteriorating over time unless it is specifically rated by the manufacturer for outdoor use.

[@aliesefitch1099]

Yeah, I was thinking that those do not look Canadian winter proof 😂

[@helencollicutt423]

You can buy longer cabinet screws for the handles. Looks amazing, love the deck stain, the plants and the green garage! Def inspired to make over my back yard!

[@anniebanana3698]

I'm completely blown away by how well everything came together. I was on the fence about the wood stain and then it just turned out so much better than I anticipated in the end. Also, can we talk about the editing for the reveal? That music and pacing was absolute perfection. In addition, I am forever in awe of Kelsey's ability to remain optimistic that she'll find all the right pieces to come together in doing a makeover.

[@annamimi1335]

I really enjoy your Making Home videos, as they inspire me to improve my home in practical ways. This video especially, has given me lots of ideas. Thank you! Oh, and I also enjoy your candid diy’s that realistically don’t always go the way you planned - I can relate!

[@boseph158]

Wow this turned out so amazing. I definitely need a lounge sectional in my backyard.

[@elsapritchard8498]

I love this series so much!! Honestly, i’m still confused about why you guys don’t have a netflix show yet

[@TheSorryGirls]

@netflix 👀👀👀

[@jessicahill8762]

@@TheSorryGirls I did seeee you on netflix for the motel makeover series and was shocked! They used your intro music so I was thinking about you guys. Then I saw you and it came full circle!

[@erinmoore9681]

Get these Queens a show already, Netflix

[@ash-lj9lm]

@@jessicahill8762 what show?

[@mamajeana100]

@@jessicahill8762 Me too! I was so excited!

[@SunnySouthernCA]

Looks fantastic. Great job and having your dad there to help is the best ❤️

[@gladysttoscano6520]

Great job!!!👍 It looks very warm and inviting!! Shout out to Dad's and friends willing and able to help👏👏👏

[@LubnaAlli]

Everything looks stunning but I think if you had stained the fence the same colour as the front porch (or the built in garbage can storage) then the backyard would feel more complete. To me the old greyed out wood on the fence makes the space look dreary considering how beautiful the design and colours are for the rest of the backyard. That and repainting the white trim around the front door would’ve been nice finishing touches!

[@IreneAhmed]

Love how it turned out! Green was definitely the right colour, it makes everything looks so much more elevated!

[@HAGGISWOOMAN]

I’ve been putting off doing my yard for 20 years and this video is inspiring!!! Will reference it many times as I make over my space ❤️👍🏻

[@rathineha82]

The backyard turned out to be so aesthic , cozy and classy !! This renovation is my favourite of all the house renovations. 😍

[@gabrielleg.1347]

Wow I love the stain you choose, paired with the green is stunning! Its giving me modern cottage vibes. Beautifully done!

[@hannahholcombe7507]

Kelsey has obviously never heard of tree law

[@gjk540]

I LOVE this!! It all came together so beautifully. You've created an oasis of tranquility in your backyard.

[@ofwanderlust]

DROOL!!!! This is absolutely dreamy and perfect

[@RonelleP]

The makeover turned out great 😍 I loved it. Only thing that I was disappointed with, was that you didn't paint the front door frame and doorstep which distracted from the otherwise lovely front porch.

[@aliciafrangos4549]

Kelsey!!! It all looks SOOO good!!! And I love the finished product with the stained wood! So glad you kept going with it

[@neildphoenix]

I love your casual cleverness - so practical and warm!

[@ArtichokeHunter]

Huh, around here most cities have restrictions on damaging living trees even if they are on your property.

[@peaceofmind77]

Toronto (where Kelsey lives) has this as one of their by-laws. You’re supposed to consult an arborist before cutting down or injuring a tree.

[@teresacarle294]

💡The new lamps look fabulously moody in the far corner above that gorgeous outdoor seating! 😉Although I would've been more cautious about drilling into the tree🌳, esp. since it wasn't mine. ⛓️Using a chain to hang the trio of solar lights was smart! I simply would've recommended wrapping it around the branch & securing with a caribiner or another link🔗. 🐿️ In any event, the squirrels will probably still use it as a climbing apparatus. 🤞At least they won't be able to totally destroy it. 💚 Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)

[@ArtichokeHunter]

@Sherri T[A]P Me!! To Have [S]EX With Me It's a matter of city ordinances, not province-level laws. If she actually lives in Toronto, a permit is required unless the less trunk is less than 30 cm in diameter (this is the same whether the tree is entirely on her property or the trunk is on her neighbor's property) See § 813-12.

[@LarrietDarling]

I LOVE the green and the stain color! It turned out so cute!

[@chrisnakruger1743]

Absolutely lovely, that green with the deck color is perfection.

[@addicbaddic]

Wowww!!! I absolutely love it!!! It's so cozy and romantic! Just my vibe!

[@givemeallthevintagemickeys6088]

I love this transformation so much! For a moment I thought we weren’t getting the final reveal since it is now fall, but let me tell you your backyard looks so cozy and perfect for fall time around the fire pit !

[@libby5742]

This is stunning! You should be proud Kelsey! The cozy autumn vibes are gonna come thru strong✨🍁

[@mathpm100]

I love how cozy and beautiful this turned out! And as always great production quality and editing on the video!

[@karenv525]

Love how it all turned out, looks so beautiful, cozy and inviting.

[@kriscox4019]

As soon as you started saying you’re not sure how to do the barn doors, I thought of DIY Danie! Also, p.s. what an awesome collab that’d be!!

[@lnou]

We've bought a house and we're renovating lately. We're almost to the point where we can buy furniture and decorative pieces, but it's soooo expensive. I'd be interested to know if you know how much you spend (on renovations and furnitures) if you're willing to share. I'm a different country, but having a point of comparison would be a good start.

[@sandrakicklighter2735]

Just moved myself and the one rule I have about furniture is don't buy new. So if it takes me a year or more to get a dining room table and chairs via thrifting/FB marketplace etc, so be it.

[@ashley3113]

I think it's fair to mention that some of their furniture is gifted from Article (I believe), and since they're making videos around the renovations, that helps pay for them. But they both thrift and reuse/makeover a lot too!

[@m.maclellan7147]

I think if you look directly under the video , there's the "show notes" section - (you may have to click on an arrow to see it ?!) They usually have most of what they purchase listed there with Canadian & U.S.A. links......

[@claireninnis4480]

Oh my goodness it’s beautiful. I think it’s honestly my favourite makeover so far.

[@anniem1239]

yes i loveeee the colors!!! the green and brown shades are perfect for the outdoors!

[@clancaster9410]

That green on your garage with the black elements is everything!! The whole backyard vibe is gorgeous and comfy all at the same time! Love it! Can you share the stain color and the green you used?

[@wiiuwiiu4061]

The way her shirt matched the green paint for the garage door at 11:13

[@Leslie.G]

Ahhhhh i love this space. I love the making home series. Kelsey and TSG always get my creative juices flowing and excited to make updates to my own space

[@minx.productions]

VIBES!!!! I love all the darker touches!

[@xotifftiffxo]

I hope the sliding doors hold up during winter.

[@IsaaCruz22]

What a change! I totally love how it turned out at the end.

[@ceceliaalvarado1736]

This is gorgeous. I admire your determination and willingness to try doing things you haven't done before. You did a fabulous job!

[@kamikaze3136]

Looks great. Simple but has a cool autumn feel to it. Cozy.

[@pamelarobinson1379]

Hi Kelsey, I live in Maine, so I know those sliding garage doors are going to freeze shut when the ice and snow comes. They look gorgeous, though :) Everything is gorgeous.

[@originalseason]

You got two of the lights that goes by your backdoor. You could have turned it on its side and tried it above the garage door. That would have given you the long light that you were looking for. Just an idea!

[@liaotterman1]

Lol my thoughts exactly!

[@gabigreniuk]

but it wouldn’t light up downwards, it would light up sideways, and that was not what she intended

[@acmulhern]

The result is so beautiful. You put so much work in and it shows. Love it!

[@lynnh3710]

So beautiful, it's your own a resort level getaway and that you did so much of the work on your own with help from family & friends makes it even more inspiring. Btw love grandma's stones.

[@jordanblack5608]

Quick question: since the light you put by your back door came in a pack of 2, would the second light not have worked on the garage if you mounted it horizontally? Love the one you ended up with, too! I was just curious. The space looks beautiful - the backyard, and your whole house, honestly.

[@aimsly86]

I wondered that! Maybe not. I love the sconce look she picked though! 😁

[@alisonpendlebury-brown7885]

There would be very little light from it had it been placed horizontally, as it's essentially an up and down lighter. They're more ambient lighting rather than functional. (I used to work in domestic lighting). Look pretty but not very functional, especially if it's your sole light.

[@serenakoleno9338]

I imagine she could have drilled holes into the bottom of horizontal light to provide more illumination. A rope light following the roofline would look nice for some ambient lighting if it could be inconspicuous. This could be solar with the charging panel placed a little ways away if necessary .

[@professionalcommenter]

@@alisonpendlebury-brown7885 Exactly!

[@professionalcommenter]

@@alisonpendlebury-brown7885 Exactly!

[@ellanorth8544]

I LOVE the entire makeover, if I could change one thing it would be for the backyard fence to get a fresh coat of paint 😂 it would tie in better with the more darker matte colours and provide an overall more cohesive look,but either than that… it’s so beautiful 😢

[@shellyfeltham7396]

I absolutely love what you've done with the outdoor space! The transformation is brilliant and so cozy!

[@ginaferracini2244]

Wow wow and wow .. Luv luv luv it ..those lights hanging from the tree are beautiful at night with the other lights and candles 💕🌿

[@tamaramonster9027]

I like the sliding doors in an aesthetic way, but it seems there are big gaps between the interior and exterior. So it will be less reliable as storage space in terms of moist. I think making te opening wider and keep the french doorstyle would’ve done a better job moist-wise.

[@marielamanriquez2697]

Also she is canadian! There will be snow inside

[@KT-sv3lj]

she mentioned wanting the sliding door to save some space and have that awesome couch - but definitely some structural issues she will have to consider!

[@155Nikki]

I was ANXIOUSLY waiting for this video to pop up in my subscriptions!!! Happy Tuesday! YAYAYAYA! :-D

[@TheSorryGirls]

happy Tuesday!!!

[@rm_bruna]

1 year later but it’s funny because I manly work with salesforce on my job now hahahaha it’s honestly a great platform, good to see they sponsoring your channel 🥰

[@carolynmangipudi9898]

Fantastic job..I love all Of the updates..the color combos are great & the final touches 👌.

[@amandaparei]

😂😂 “Yew get 25% off, yew get 25% off”, this is why I love watching this channel. 💛

[@bonesonstones1]

Why would you not just put the chain over the branch instead of drilling into someone else's tree? That's just SO pointless. Other than that, I loved this a lot more than I thought, it came together so well! I miss the original intro though, it was so cute.

[@as19J01]

I thought about that too but I think they were worried it could drop from the wind, it was too heavy, or that the squirrels/ raccoons could drop it.

[@AshleySmith-tf3il]

Right?!? Poor branch!! Plus not healthy for the tree branch wouldn’t be surprised if it’s dead in a few years!

[@neuphsss3827]

@@AshleySmith-tf3il a mature tree isn't going to drop dead from a drilled hole 😂

[@neuphsss3827]

@@beccas5171 just throwing some chains over a tree branch is not stable and would easily come down with winds and heavy rain.

[@bonesonstones1]

@@neuphsss3827 Bullshit. If you fastened both ends to the light, that would be just as secure as whatever it is they did here. Probably even more so, since it can't fall off a hook when it's windy.

[@YW84LUV]

Truly love how this turned out. Beautiful and so cozy.

[@kimoaks6999]

I love EVERYTHING about this makeover! Great job, SG.....oh and the light over the garage fits the aesthetic better than the first one.

[@elizabethhusser8942]

Can we see Rachel lead a diy, she has such a great personality and I would love to see more of her and see what she can create!

[@matilda2900]

I found it so painful to watch you drill holes into the tree 😭

[@davep6977]

zip ties work better

[@SensationallySilky]

This yard is a mood and a vibe. This is the kind of place that makes you really want to cozy up and chill at home. Beautiful job. 💯

[@paulkrommenhoek5445]

I love how you show some of the frustrating moments. Love how it turned out.