DIY Dream Closet Makeover on a Budget!!! [Part 1] | Home With Stefani

[@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-1/

[@themisstra7708]

Home With Stefani help me too....😩😁

[@roshalee5839]

Done! New subbie here.

[@eachandeverything9068]

🙋‍♀️ new subscriber!!!! So glad I found your channel 😊!!

[@arowe4745]

Omg My closet is exactly identical to yours! I am looking forward to seeing the progress from beginning to end for some inspiration for my own dream closet!

[@adea3291]

Can you please share the dimensions of your closet? Thanks

[@raisis2k34]

THIS is legit DIY. Working on the ground, minimal amount of tools. No fancy 100k workshop. This makes me happy to find as a DIY. I always run across the "DIY" where they have thousands in equipment and tools. Thank you.

[@OnlyBlix]

TBF they're all DYI. The more you get into DYI, the more tools you end up getting. You really just need a circular saw and a drill to build whatever you want. The more tools you add, the easier, more refined, and better finish your build has. For example, she used pocket holes, which is another tool to add refinement to the product.

[@godslayer832100]

Well glueing stuff on walls is indeed legit crappy DIY

[@isubiez]

I feel you man they all seem to have their own work shops like WTF this isn't real DIY Y'ALL MF are just professional contractors

[@insomniacracer]

I'm with you. I hate seeing the DIY videos where it's like "All you need to do this is this $10,000 tool and 10 people!"

[@RJSOONER24]

They are still DIY, just with better tools than you have.

[@deborahwelcome4191]

Girl, you did that!!! You need to, if you’re not already, advertise your skills and make plenty of money. You did this just the way I want to do mine, with “ MY” ideas, not Home Depot or IKEA, and they are cheaper than the “Closet Professionals” that charge you for every little detail. This isn’t someone else’s pre-fab boards; These are “THE REAL DEAL”!!! YOU GO GIRL!!!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much!! You're the sweetest!!

[@melissaamericafirst3098]

I couldn’t sleep the other night and was watching this video, I got up and took everything out of my closet and I’m stealing your design idea!!!

[@Ra_mis2]

ㅋㅋㅋㅋ 참 좋은 영상이지.

[@r.charles3089]

Stefani, my wife and brother said I needed to comment and thank you because I referred to your videos so often. I found myself saying Stefani said to do it like this. So much so, my family thought Stefani was a close friend.(LOL) Thank you again for your videos.

[@joseramonsantiago9728]

Hi Stefani, thank you so much for sharing this video. On 2021 I was looking a video that shows exactly what you exposed on this. Immediately I began to construct mine with different material (pvc). And in a week I finished it. I’m so proud of my closet and of myself. It was my first attempt. I love it ❤️

[@4315chris]

Simply put, you are amazing! I've done this before and I am getting ready to do this again for my daughter and I can't tell you how inspiring you were to watch doing this! No matter how you did what you did (and there are many ways to do everything; the way you did built this closet was excellent and well thought through. So impressive. Keep up the good work!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you, Chris! I really appreciate it. I’m sure your daughter will love her new closet 😊

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you, Chris! I really appreciate it. I’m sure your daughter will love her new closet 😊

[@강경령-g2h]

@@HomeWithStefani ㅗ 🐱🎼

[@claudiafeldman]

I agree, the result is AMAZING. You are so capable woman Stephanie!

[@Alfred192]

I really admire you how you have been patient and get them all done.

[@markjumper725]

I've been researching a new closet design for months. I've found the answer in your video. Thank you for taking the time to share.

[@HomeWithStefani]

So glad to hear that! Thank you for watching

[@Kopernicus67]

OUCH! Bare feet around those IKEA stud posts! I've put a half dozen of those through the bottoms of my shoes over the years! Brave woman! On a serious note, nicely done. Most people do not consider hybrids. They either do full DIY or full store-bought. Nicely done!

[@rosachaney3040]

Wow you're amazing!!! My husband and I started remodeling our home and we almost died when we found out how much built-in closets cost. Saved your video so I can reference this when it's time 👏👏👏

[@Fashn4LaDieS]

That's a good moving hack, especially for using moving pods. I plan to pack my 8.5 closets full of clothes in those garment hanging, boxes, but I don't know if they make tall ones for dresses. If the pod leaks, the trash bag will keep them dry.

[@jeffchandler5520]

Go video: Tip from longtime experience with doors, pop the pins, that way for reinstall you just have to put the pins back in. Also use a flat bar driven in under the carpet strip nails perpendicular to tack strips and you can take the whole strip up with only a few bangs on each nail.

[@michaelmeinzer5863]

Same thing I was thinking. This is the second video recently I have seen where they have done this. Door removal takes seconds if you pop the pins.

[@mamataxi5973]

We are getting ready to DIY our closet and watched your video. We looked at Closet Maid, IKEA, and a few others, but decided we would do our own. Nothing seemed to be exactly what we wanted for our closet. Thanks for all your great ideas. We’ll learn from your ideas! Watching your videos reminded us of our daughter who does a lot of home remodeling and repairs ♥️

[@Heyandianderson]

Girl I LOVE this. Have been wanting to do this to my closet in the house we bought a few months ago. Such an elevated and more organized look. Thanks for sharing!!

[@kyleregional]

WOW!! You are a badass. I'm looking for a closet organizer and not having any luck. You have inspired me to possibly give it a go. You are a talented lady. Thank you

[@aliciahartwig8893]

I am doing one for my Cloffice and want to thank you for showing how simple it is.

[@slippers.outside]

The “before” is exactly what my closet looks like now in the new home lol, thanks for sharing! I’ll be doing something similar.

[@Swiat34]

I saw the Packers jersey and solidified my resolve to watch this through. Glad I did! Good job!

[@kimberleydunbar4310]

This was THE best DIY closet makeover I have ever seen! SO helpful! Was debating the exact same thing! Ikea PAX wardrobe, closet organizing systems...all SO expensive and this video was AWESOME!! I will for sure be doing this for my walk-in closet!

[@edwardjohn1614]

As I watch from California I realize I'm actually looking into someone else's closet. Unless you're dating someone or married/related that almost never happens. Fascinating to see things like the Green Bay Packers jersey and camo'd baseball cap. drove the point home that I was in someone else's closet. 👍 As for your closet/storage system with the raised floor... impressive. I especially like the Ikea dresser idea as well as the raised floor thing. I think I'll incorporate those ideas into my closet, of course always giving you credit for my creative and innovative ideas.😉 Well done and thank you.

[@SuzanneB2009]

This is the first time a video of yours popped up in my recommendations and I'm so glad I clicked on it. You make me feel like I could build something, too. What? I have a drill and a level. *cracks herself up* I'm just crafty, not buildy. On to part two!

[@HomeWithStefani]

I’m so glad you found my videos!! You can be buildy too 🤗

[@fawadramish5014]

@@HomeWithStefani hi

[@funkycoldm3dina]

I dont know that i was more mesmerised by... the closet or your pins! wow what an amazing figure. just made my day.

[@kellyw8017]

How many videos of men building things do viewers make comments about the person's physique? Unless the video is about dieting or exercise or body building, why go off topic?

[@amarlakhani973]

the dressers were a great idea and they match the wood around it perfectly! (in the future, you should change the drawer slides for the dressers so that it holds more and is more stable!

[@delreal54]

Glad to see your better half helping , nice job and like what you did.

[@meemeedubas5019]

what amazing is that, you actually did ALL of that by yourself! just wow! I feel like I could also do it 😊😊 -watching from Philippines 😍😍

[@williambuckley6128]

Stefani you are a Boss. Keep doing it little lady.

[@jimmoca2182]

Closet is much more functional than before. Good idea on the shoe space.

[@CalVlogz]

Wow! Beautiful, strong, hardworking woman right there 🤘🏻

[@RedeemedRogueMolecules]

So impressive! Wife and I are gonna start on her’s and this is my favorite so far.

[@AI-oz6ju]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. A few of questions, that will help as I am fixing to start my closet revamp... 1. Is the base build out of treated wood? My understanding is that it is required by code for any wood touching the ground or slab to be treated. 2. Can you give the model # of the Ryobi nail gun you were using? 3. Is there a particular reason for using pocket holes for attaching verticals to the top shelf? Can one use screws ir nails from the top straight into the vertical boa4d? Thanks in advance for anyone answering, and sharing their knowledge.

[@thatsmalltowngirl4]

The tarva hack is genius!!! I have being trying to figure out our long narrow walk in closet and considered so many options as well, this gave me the courage to do it on my own! Love a woman who does her own building and DIYs. New Subbie! This is fantastic, gonna go watch part 2 now!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Love to hear that!! Thank you so much for watching! Good luck, you can dooo it!😊💪

[@thatsmalltowngirl4]

@6XChamps she didn't use them... she built a new base

[@bustednutcreations9946]

Very cool! Good deal not relying on just the liquid nails, after demoing several houses I have noticed, on a finished surface if it does adhere it only to the paint layer. Most of the time it doesn't stick to even high grit sanded wood.

[@OceanofMaya]

One thing to consider, even purchasing before an impact/driver (referring to the spirited debate in the comments lol), some knee pads. They'll help under a range of conditions/home improvement projects and they're like a patella vacation. Hope that's helpful.

[@cmdmd]

Kneepads, Miss. I learned that the hard way while building a floor for my attic. I might take this project on, sooner than later. There are good ideas in the video. Thank you.

[@JessRodr]

Great video! TFS 😃 another hack- when taking the door off; take the pins out of the hinges. Then put the pin in the hinge part on the wall. It’s faster & you don’t run the risk of having to re-drill holes in the door. 😬 Edit- that’s for IF you’re putting the door back 😬

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you for the tip!!😊

[@youcallmenny1]

I had to pause the video to come make sure someone told her this in the comments. Wonderful renovation though!

[@fabianmckenna8197]

Yes indeed, I carefully taped off and painted the architraves around my mother-in-law's seven doors and was trying to remove the eighth door to replace carpet when I spotted the hinge pins..... AARĢHHH! You learn something every day.

[@robertechols9094]

Cute and you do your own work!!! your hubby got a winner for sure!! looks good!!

[@TheCharleseye]

Nicely done. FYI: For future closet remodels, you can save yourself a step by screwing your base frame into the bottom plate of the wall, rather than having to locate studs.

[@MsDivahouse]

I"d have to have my trusty drill for all Ikea projects. Thanks for sharing

[@shybolynn]

Thank you!!! I’m about to try and tackle my closet. This KZbin video came right on time.

[@rolanrichards2745]

This closet design is nice, i am doing to do a project on my closet, nice idea...

[@NickCager]

Wow, looks great and very good work. The only suggestion I'd have for anyone that replicates this. Try not to glue large pieces of wood to sheet rock. When the wood contracts just a tiny bit, it can put stress on the drywall and even cause small cracks. And if you ever decide to change the space, you'll have a wall that needs a lot of repair. A few pocket hole screws should work.

[@uncletacosupreme7023]

Man this is awesome! I didnt even know where to start. I cant wait to get mine started. My wife will love it!

[@davidblank63]

love the idea of building the dressers into the closet! going to try to use this for my fiance's closet build

[@DrCmoments]

i am planning to build something closet in our currently completely empty little walk in wardrobe. got some inspiration form Stefani's and almost decided the design, then just notice we have cornice!!! Dont want to remove the cornice as it will cause too much mess. Oh well, have to redesign the closet....

[@wrongwayconway]

I loved your "wtf" moment when the drawer didn't fit. I can sooo relate to that IKEA built it yourself experience.

[@mauricecohen3830]

Good job. One small improvement would to replace the cheap drawer slides with soft close ones.

[@HomeWithStefani]

That would be a nice feature👍

[@MedusaCrime]

This woman! Such talent!

[@claudialoera4862]

Omg yes you gave me the best idea ever I’ve been trying to find a way to add drawers to my closet never even thought about buying one from ikea ❤️ malm for me that’s what the rest of our furniture is

[@byronlaw6724]

Thanks for sharing this video with us. I love seeing the before as well as the progress on the after. The before is right in line with the way we outfit closet space in our old house. Now, we are finishing up a new house that still has plenty of opportunity to furnish some space (such our master closet space) and I appreciate seeing some ideas. I'll likely pursue a different route using french cleat panels and hanging trimmed out boxes to maximize customizability (the space is big enough to be its own bedroom), but I can still glean a couple ideas from your videos (gotta get me a pocket hole jig). One tip I would share for anyone pursuing this - If you are going to have dead space (such as in the base), that is a wonderful place for creepy crawlies to gather. No matter how well you seal it, they will find a way in and make it home. I would lay down a treatment of borax to make the space as inhospitable as possible for them.

[@MrMangeced]

We are moving from the french Alpes to south of france and we have a walk in closet in our new house that really need TLC and we looked around but we thought like you everything was expensive, so we will steel this great idea, great job. and thank you

[@HomeWithStefani]

Love to hear that! Thanks for watching and good luck!!😊

[@davecozzi9721]

Great job. Closets are great places for beginners to start DIY remodel projects (not that you are a beginner). If you never have done anything like this before, start with a linen closet or kid's room closet and go nuts from there. Pretty soon it will be office desks, full bathroom remodels then kitchens.

[@cassandrajedlinski]

Holy crap!! I’m so impressed, I wish I could do this!! Good for you!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thanks girl!! And thanks for watching 😊

[@danielholtxxl4936]

Cassandra Jedlinski .Profanity makes you sound ignorant.

[@cassandrajedlinski]

Daniel Holt XXL 😂😂😂😂 okay bud 👌🏽👌🏽

[@henryhernandez1520]

11:48 IKEA furniture got me like this too. 😆 🤣 the I realize my mistake. You are an amazing woman tackling things on your own. Im getting ideas from you. Thank you for sharing.

[@SableSunsets]

Yes !! Handy women unite !! I’m building cabinets for laundry room makeover and husband doesn’t even know what a stud of😂😂😂😂

[@HomeWithStefani]

LOVE IT!!! You go girl😅🤗💪

[@Kt-cn2rq]

🤣🤣

[@athenamorales7321]

Lol

[@jmc8076]

@Tony McSteven 🙄 handy woman works

[@jasony9950]

Sounds like you need a new husband ha. Obviously he’s no stud.

[@tinamswift]

I watched your videos at least 5 times then tackled my closer makeover. I love it! Thank you

[@tamaragallagher9545]

You're so clever! I wish I was that handy with tools! Looks amazing!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you!!

[@gadsden472]

Like most things Tamara... It's practice. Don't necessarily start with your closet... But start somewhere... You'll get it

[@Mike-ij8uq]

Heavily edited video, willing to bet she is not handy as it appears

[@tamaragallagher9545]

@@Mike-ij8uq I get the feeling that's wishful thinking on your part. :)

[@Mike-ij8uq]

@@tamaragallagher9545 Show the out takes, list some mistakes, prove me wrong.

[@designerdrains8544]

What a difference and much better. Awesome job!

[@thekato123]

Wow, great job! You look like pro, very high skills, really liked the attitude and self confidence to face the plunge!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you so much!!

[@ayewards5564]

Good trick with the garbage bags as clothes bags. I do that when I move.

[@asauna96]

I love Girl Kick Ass movies! watching you build this while your husband stood on the baseboard made me think "she's kickass with that drill". LOL. looks great!

[@trisa9625]

omg love the champagne at ur finish so classy girl

[@wingsley]

This is a very interesting project. Video nicely done. The only item I had doubts about was the 2x4 base. Were those 2x4s regular, non-treated wood? I don't know how well they would hold up on bare concrete flooring without a barrier in-between. Concrete and bare, untreated wood do not interface well.

[@caitlync.6632]

Would it be ok to build this directly on top of floors instead?

[@airrictopgun]

To know you’re a packers fan makes this video that much better! :)

[@kaitlyngreiner2334]

I kept seeing this video pop up in my feed, I am so glad I watched it!! I am now binge watching all your videos now. Your work and talent is amazing! Keep up the awesome work, I can't wait for more videos! Could you possibly do ones about a kitchen renovation? I would love to see that!

[@jean-philippelafont4577]

Thank you for the Johnny Cash moment, and congrats for the good job!

[@mykelc205]

Donating out of rotation clothes and shoes feels awesome too. Amazing work.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you!

[@tinamariebalacano6811]

You go girl and OH MY!!!! YOUR SKIN IS AMAZING! I mean like flawless!!!!

[@squeedum4893]

Dang, someone got busy during lockdown. Great job!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you!!

[@MarkFernandezNC]

Awesome job! When temporarily removing the door, you can also just remove the pin.

[@DreadZeppelin7]

Awesome job! Have to admit, that the words "wine", "chugging", and "Ikea" don't sound like a good mix, but it works! And THANK YOU for your service!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Haha thank you so much! I appreciate it😊

[@ephraimcamacho9600]

Bravo young lady!! Great work great video too!!

[@jlehm]

just a heads up, when you take a door off the hinges, you just pop the pin in each hinge. Taking the screws out increases the chances of stripping the holes out and messing up the door.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Good tip, thank you!!

[@nobleroofinggeneralcontrac7961]

Great Idea I will use/steal the idea of buying the Ika draw sets ty very much!

[@carlasouza5306]

Who said she can’t do it? Is now shoooocked! Congrats

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thank you, Carla!

[@michaelwarrecker1445]

Just gorgeous. The closet looked great too!

[@gomenaros]

Amazing job! One tip though ! Bend with your knees not your waist or you gonna suffer from chronical pain in the future! Just try to sit like you do squats rather than getting your head towards your knees. Keep up!

[@raya9283]

You did ALL of that by yourself! You are so skilled and pretty at the same time! Total Mrs. Perfect. Wow. You are all of what I am not 😂

[@dereknovaes4217]

The "WTF" moment is so funny! Your look is priceless!

[@Struthio_Camelus]

Ah, but was it the IKEA or the wine... or both?

[@BethAnn1964]

I laughed out loud! 😅💙

[@pawelsokolowski]

@@Struthio_Camelus You should put together IKEA furniture with a glass of wine. The glass is obligatory, it is drawn on the box, sometimes even two or three.

[@spontaneousorder5670]

I see a Green Bay Packer sleeve. Now that is classy! :)

[@jimtownsend7899]

I'm very impressed! Some folks have offered tips, and there's always the learning curve with each project. Personally, I would have used a framing nailer for the bases, but the finish nailer should be adequate for this purpose. I would have painted the floor first, to help limit moisture transfer and to make it easier to paint without all the edging at the bases. If you had done the partitions first, then then dressers, you could have hidden the pocket holes on the dresser side of the partition. But hey, everybody's a critic, right? I only wish I could put IKEA stuff together as fast as you. Must be the wine! ; ^) I like your overall concept. I think you've got a nice project here, and it's obvious you did take the time to plan it out. I'm going to go watch part 2 right now!

[@AK-de3ej]

I cant believe that You do all by yourself. You also took the doors by yourself. Nice work.

[@KevinLoganShim]

Subscribed after seeing your page on the trending page as the creator on the rise. I love what you're doing!!!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thanks so much for following along, Kevin!!

[@iwantcheesypuffs]

I don't know any woman with less than 50-100 pairs of shoes/boots. Other than that - this idea is excellent! I love the technique. The attention to detail. On the very top cubbies where the two pieces come together I put a 1x1 behind one of the pieces so I would have a way to fasten them together nice and clean -- for both left and right corners.

[@SilvioAlcantara]

Finally someone with a normal idea, and a normal size closet. Some of these other videos... jesus h crist!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Haha thank you!!

[@ericschwartz9982]

I"m adding a closet to a room that doesn't have a closet, and I wanted to DIY closet organizer. I like your system and approach. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@lindaschwartz5836]

you are amazing and you have inspired me to try my hand at this. you make it look easy,,,we'll see how it goes for me..lol

[@HomeWithStefani]

That's my goal! Thanks so much for watching and good luck!! 😊💪

[@rhondamiles3625]

My hero!! So inspirational that a woman just gets it done!! 🙌🏻

[@cathyguerra5426]

Love your closet makeover. Sure wish I could do it as easy as you did.

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thanks Cathy!!

[@srtdetonator5272]

Just stumbled across this video and I'm glad I did. I know a lot of people complain about long videos but, I wish you would have showed all of the grunt work also...making the cuts, measurements, and definately the pocket holes. I almost cheated and watched the reveal video. Great job, keep the videos coming.

[@rleo3032]

Hi Stefani, good tips. Just be mindful that you should be careful when hitting two hammers together. There is an outside chance that the hammer heads could chip and send shrapnel flying. Consider using a wrecking bar as you have mentioned in another video. Safety goggles always...work safely. Keep up the good work!

[@HomeWithStefani]

Thanks for the safety tips! I need to work on that 👍

[@baq8680]

That Devon is one lucky guy to have such a talented, hardworking handy-woman at home... hate to think he's sitting in the next room watching football while you're working your butt off. Anyway, great video and great work!!!

[@jfuentes9188]

I was thinking that he was doing the filming, but you can definitely see him helping in parts of the video

[@mrcedar1000]

Wow what a lucky husband! Wish my wife could take on a project like that! I love what you are doing cheers:)

[@HomeWithStefani]

haha thank you for watching!!

[@jmc8076]

To be fair to all wives it says in description below video her dad was a carpenter and she entered national guard as one.

[@anthonybanks4958]

Yo go girl, "do YO thang" Continued success!

[@jasminemcgue7336]

Such a weird question, but what are the dimensions of your closet? I’m working on building my dream home and I love this layout

[@H_kiyanna_interiors]

Want to know the same thing hope we get an answer

[@johncaterify]

I had to run upstairs and try your moving hack immediately. Thank you! We're about to move and this will be helpful.

[@nishabeharry7848]

I love this! How much did the whole project cost?

[@Kevin-sm8pn]

One ruppee!

[@cnweer7698]

@@Kevin-sm8pn shut up chav Kev !

[@jerrykramer7025]

Nice to see another Green Bay Packer fan

[@vonglo4587]

i hit like button because I saw you had a Packers jersey! Go Pack Go..Great job btw..

[@HomeWithStefani]

Go Pack! 💛💚

[@besomenabde]

Yea right, you clicked because of a blonde in shorts🤣

[@jmc8076]

@@besomenabde Prob but one who can also design and build a great custom walk-in closet.

[@sandramagnusson7799]

It's all about tha' base. But jokes aside. The very first step is the most important! Great work, looks awesome!