i diy a cozy reading nook for my mom 📚✨

[@kerid9658]

My favorite part was the quality time you two spent together.

[@DIYDanie]

Same here and I'm focusing on that so I don't remind myself how sore my body was after that transformation LOL 😅

[@kerid9658]

I bet! I’m sore after smaller projects than that

[@sharonwright1726]

Project BEAUTIFUL Mom BEAUTIFUL Together time MOST BEAUTIFUL !

[@torimac9597]

Great project together, nice to see your mom after so many years, as beautiful as ever, enjoy

[@HobbitBroad]

I couldn't have said it better myself. You can tell this was a room made with love. ✨💖✨

[@melissarusso5726]

I didn't think that anything could make me love the "boop" more, but I was wrong. The double "boop" took it to the next level!!!

[@DIYDanie]

My mom's BOOP game is strong! haha

[@alisonnicholson8060]

What a memory you two have created and a beautiful cozy book nook. Readers love to see their books displayed, and this corner is exceptional. Agatha Christie winter murder, a hot bevie, warm reading socks, the crackle of wood in the fire, .... Bliss.

[@damogranheart5521]

I recommend anything by Manning Coles! Two people who worked for MI5 before during and after WWII combined their writing talents and their experiences to make suspenseful novels with the occasional dry English tongue firmly wegded in cheek humour. Main character, Thomas Elfinstone Hambleton. A great read and always hard for me to put down. Another is the Father Brown mysteries. These were written for magazines and papers so they are short stories. This is for people who are very busy but still need the occasional short reading break.

[@janclark1894]

Just fabulous 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@lisagoetsch]

All she needs now is a little ottoman by the chair. I love how it turned out. And your mom has my dream home. A nice lake front cottage.

[@MollyFiddler]

Your mom is adorable! You both did a great job! Something tells me that she's going to ask you to help her make the rest of the house and in no time she will operate the tools as a pro!

[@holliegrantham5918]

The green paint was such a great choice! Your mom looks so happy…days with her daughter was a very generous and special gift. (The room transformation is not bad either) ❤

[@andreamalik2961]

Oh Danie, that is truly, truly gorgeous. As a committed bibliophile myself, I'm so impressed. When you love to read, the importance of having a cosy, beautiful place to read is so important. You knocked it out of the park. The only thing I'd add is a footstool to put my feet up lol 📚📚📚

[@lechatbotte.]

This is going to be epic. You look like your mom. Two beauties diying. Woot woot. It’s raining and Danie is on, don’t bother me now.

[@DIYDanie]

I couldn't imagine a better day to watch a cozy reading nook be transformed!

[@suzisaintjames]

I loved it. But two things I would change would be (both real easy)... Add more peg holes so you can maybe squeeze in one more shelf... and because it's such a dark corner, I'd paint the inside of the shelves and cabinets the antique white (leave the face frames, the ledge/countertop and the doors green). It will throw more light onto the books and make them even more beautiful and visible. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@karinapfel650]

How lovely and warm a nook! The only thing still needed is an ottoman under the sail boat painting for extra seating when you pop in for a chat.

[@judymcinnis]

This was an extremely special video. Danie, you and your beautiful mom not only created a cozy reading nook, you create special mom and daughter memories.❤ When you said "Is that why we call a loony, a loony because it has a loone on it." I as a Canadian who lives less then 2 hours west of you, was about to put on my toque, red and black flannel jacket jump into my car 🚗 drive to your house an revoke your Canadian card.🇨🇦 But I will not. Because I am Canadian and it's not polite to come to someone's home invited.😂

[@DIYDanie]

hahaha I mean I KNEW THAT but in that moment it hit me. I've literally never given it a thought on how ridiculous is really is until that moment.

[@karenjp5848]

@@DIYDanie 😅😅

[@kkatmom]

Oh my heart. Danie, it was so special to be a witness to the time you and your mom had together. I love the transformation! Oh my gosh! The paint colors are so perfect, and that chair! Chefs kiss! I love that you empowered your mom to work with power tools. My mom passed on December 23rd, it’ll be nine years this month. I miss her so much. She taught me to love gardening and anything DIY. It truly was a lovely video. Thank you for sharing it with us. Donna

[@Keithnicity]

The great “loonie revelation” near the end of the video… 👀 made me laugh.

[@tinamcivor2996]

It looks so English country and the green is perfection! Love seeing you and your Mom, a few dogs, lakeside cabin scenery, all the feels!

[@claremarley9181]

So happy for you, in the fact you had straight walls! Who ever originally built the cabin took pride in their work.

[@belinechloe]

It is so nice that you help your mom feel more cozy in her space! Especially after she lost your beloved stepfather, may he rest in peace❤

[@DIYDanie]

everyday is one step closer to peace xo We are doing the best we can to find it and remember him in our hearts xx

[@BethHaynes]

I love the design of the bookcase without doors completely across the bottom. The time & effort you two spent together will be treasured today tomorrow& forever. Thank you for sharing this endeavor with us. Dani you are extremely talented & a joy to watch & learn.

[@elizabethglenbentley7882]

Wow! What a phenomenal transformation. You are both talented and a great teacher in the making! Really a true English feel. Congratulations 🎊 👏 the green is so perfect with the brown leather recliner. Great price! Denmark 🇩🇰

[@lovingmayberry307]

I never, in a million years, would have thought to dry brush the walls like that, but omg, it's perfect!! You two are truly visionaries! The leather chair is to die for. This might just be my favorite room makeover. 💜

[@paulag1109]

I think this is one of my favourite DYI makeover I have seen on your channel. It is so beautiful 🤩 what a great memory to have with your mother. I hope this isn’t the last project you’ll be doing together in the cottage. 🤞🏻

[@melissam8939]

I adore that green so, so much. This cabin looks like a wonderful little home. Such a pretty setting!

[@joannal3719]

I adore the loon knobs! Fits the cabin vibe perfectly. Great job on the whole build. Love from Canada!

[@Roxycharms]

This couldn't have come at a betting time. My husband is laying new flooring in my craft room and I want a reading corner in there. Needed some inspiration. Thanks Danie. I haven't even watched the video yet, but I know you will kick start me for my design. So thanks in advance!

[@DIYDanie]

well that's exciting news! I hope this brings you some inspiration and ideas xx

[@WinnieLuthienThye]

One of the most charming and beautiful space transformation Ive seen is a while! The mom and daughter duo needs to happen again. Creating spaces, creating memories.

[@imdebmccann]

I am so happy you got to spend this time with your mom. Don't take any moment of life for granted. It can be gone in a split second.

[@ChrisBury20]

I didn't think I would like the way you painted the walls but I was wrong. It really fits into the vibe of the room perfectly. The only thing I would change is her shelves being in my house instead of hers. Lol that was suppose to be funny??? I love the whole cozy reading nook! It is very very nice. You always make everything look so easy and I know it is not. Good work Dani and Dani's Mom!

[@TiNiDaily517]

Oh my gosh you and your mom are adorable and you look just like her! Beauties!😍❤️❤️

[@HeldbryanAngel]

You’re not known for making me cry, but this one….Happy tears. Your Mum is beautiful and so is that space! ❤

[@cinamonkopicki1852]

I love the mother:daughter videos. Beautiful transformation. Color is perfect.

[@ceralith942]

That warm green was the PERFECT color for that space! I think the only thing I'd add is an ottoman to put my feet up while cozying up with a good book. 😊

[@chriswithers8835]

So proud of you two! I'm assuming this is her first time changing up the house since your step-father passed? Hi! Mom. You raised a "keeper". I would love to see more episodes like this one. Also, that difference in width between upper shelves and lower cabinets allows for oversize books to stick out and be esthetically pleasing 😉. Happy accident I say!

[@kimmieb2u]

I love how you both "roll with the punches." Such a heart warming DIY. Perfect for the holiday season! Better than a Hallmark movie. Real feels!!

[@centralWisconsin1]

Great job you two!!! Such a wonderful time together you two had making this space for your mom! That’s the even better part of this project. A memory created together, between mother and daughter!!! …. I also think you guys came up with a perfect name for your mother’s home, “Cozy Corner”. perhaps, now you can make a sign for outside the house, saying something to the effect of, “Welcome to Cozy Corner”, or “Welcome to Cozy Corners, or “Welcome to Cozy Corner Manor”, or “Welcome to Cozy Corner Cottage”, or simply, “Cozy Corner Cottage”. You get the “fib”!

[@cathyrowefunk5084]

My favorite part is that you and your mom did it together. I love everything about it, the color , the feeling that you get when you look at it. Wonderful job ladies.

[@Joliepinkyswear1]

Danie and Danie's mom, this is so lovely and warm. You two did such a great job. Everything looks so wonderful together... the colour, the accessories, the lighting, all add to the mood. I'm actually thinking it was a "happy accident" that the hardware didn't fit for the bottom cupboards. I really like the middle open. If your Mom has more rooms to work on Danie, you should make a series of this. I'd love to see a cottage makeover.

[@Planted3691]

My favorite is the camaraderie and love 😊 for each other through the project ❤

[@Erasis]

Your mom is your older self doppelganger and your just as beautiful as her. ♥

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

That moment (minute 22:18) when you put the bookshelves on top of the cabinets and the pooch immediately approved. So cute! The way you were able to pivot away from the original plans here and there shows what a problem-solver and clever creator you are. Wonderful project with a fantastic transformation. Beautiful space at a gorgeous location.

[@spotterofgold]

All of it beautiful and perfect...I would need one more piece of furniture, though: a foot stool or small ottoman to prop up my feet occasionally.

[@TheShizNat]

How cool that you could teach your mom some skills. What a memory you two made. The shelves are EPIC!!!♥️

[@tngirlz4622]

Ditto - my favourite part was seeing you and your Mom work together to transform her space. The paint she picked was absolutely gorgeous! And your carpentry skills are SO impressive - the ability to plan the whole thing out so you knew which cuts to make, then put it all together so the shelves lined up perfectly - wow!

[@xingcat]

This was fantastic. I love how game your Mom is to try things she hasn't done before, and how quickly you two totally transformed that space into a place that will be fantastic to read in.

[@deefaye7336]

I love every inch of this nook. I wouldn't change a thing. I'm a big reader myself so I would absolutely live in this little nook.

[@mistygeller3193]

I agree my favorite part was watching you and your mom together!! Soooo my mom and I 🥰❤️ I would not change a thing, it’s perfect and so pretty!! And I love your ideas!! I just moved into my father-in-law’s knotty pine, low ceiling, cozy home not too long ago and we are whittling away at the to-do list slowly but surely 😊❤️ I cannot wait for the decorating part of our remodeling. And my entire kitchen was built in place just as your mom’s reading nook… you even chose the same color that I want to use for paint!! Now I feel even better about my choices! Eclectic it is ❤️❤️❤️

[@ЕкатеринаКоротина-п4в]

It's just soo cute how your mom was slightly shy in front of camera and in the end you both became like co-stars in the show❤ adorable diy

[@kimpaynter]

It’s turned out gorgeous. How fun just to have that mother-daughter time she teaches you to garden and you teach her to woodwork how fun . You are blessed.

[@sylviaortiz8837]

Sooo good!! You and your mom ARE THE BEST! You are the best daughter who has the best mom. What a treat to watch a fun, informative, heart warming, diy video on a dreary, raining day on the cc of Cali. So many times I giggled with you, understood your mom’s trepidation and delighted that you both persevered in the Cottage Core Reading Nook Look. What an Achievements!!! Sooo good!!!❤

[@Maria-jr5um]

Your energy is fantastic! If they ever bring back shop classes in grade 7 and eight . You are the perfect person to teach the course!😃🇨🇦

[@YayaBolender]

What a work! It is good to see some people actually doing the things rather than pretending doing them as on other channels. An adorable moment between you and your Mum. I would see a big square rather flat cushion on the floor for a dog, in the same hues as the rug.

[@katherinestephens7674]

What a delight this whole project was to watch. I'm sure everybody you know wishes they had a Mother/Daughter friendship like yours....And she is fantastic and adorable too.

[@fiercegirldesign1]

Such an incredible transformation! What a wonderful experience to work with your mom to turn this corner into a space she’ll enjoy for years. So sweet. ❤️

[@JlNXED]

Honestly reminds me of a fallout library, love the eclectic vibes, it’s so bright now, the spaces looked so dark before, would love to see another room done in your moms home

[@charlene5461]

My favorite part is the memories of this special time you've spent together, the laughs along with blood sweat and tears, you will carry it in your hearts forever.❤ Btw...AWESOME JOB!! GIRL POWER!!🙋❤

[@stephanigorman917]

My favorite part was seeing you and your mom spending quality time together. So special! Plus…a great good!👍

[@elizabethmoini2902]

L💖VE it!!👍☕📚💋

[@swooshiiwooshii]

Oh my goodness this turned out beautifully. Would love to see yall tackle more spaces in her home together!

[@alicebabler9996]

This video was so perfect on many levels: great room transformation (I love the built-in, and it actually works better for the space without the doors on 2 lower cabinets), wonderful camaraderie with your pretty mother, and a honor for us to share this warm moment with the two of you! Thank you!

[@northwoodfalls1403]

I have such nostalgic feelings about a Canadian cottage. That scenery is iconic. I’d love to see more projects in there. The green is perfect and that chair!! What a find. My favourite part was the part that made me laugh the hardest which was when it dawned on you that we call it a loonie because of the loon 😂😂😂. I’m chuckling again just thinking about it. Classic. ❤

[@asblinda]

Beautiful. I hope your mom will spend many hours sitting in that chair enjoying her library. What a lucky lady she is.

[@amritadash9180]

Loved the cottage core vibes ! A plaid curtain on that window would complete the cozy feeling ❤

[@karenhubler2792]

I love that you HAD to leave the middle open. OH THE GREEN IS PERFECT. THE WHITE WASHED LOOKING WALLS , LOVE THEM.

[@kirbird]

I love when pets come and help 😇

[@katiesullivan8566]

I know those cabinets were a pain in the butt but it was all worth it in the end. Your mom is adorable and the two of you are so lucky to have had this time together. Well done, Danie!

[@lettiaragon7709]

Do you know the best part, for me, waking up and realizing it’s Saturday and that means DIY Danie. Searches KZbin, pours a cup of hot coffee and presses go. Never EVER disappoints. ❤

[@damogranheart5521]

This was so wonderful and on so many levels. First thank you for the seasons greetings! We need to hear happy wishes for our well being. I am so glad that your mother asked for your help. She trusts you with her personal space. That's saying a lot. Thank you for listening to her wants and needs and her decisions. Wow! This is from a woman who has been steamrollered with what people thought needed to be done instead of my carefully researched ideas, such as which way doors needed to open. Thank you both for showing your love of interesting books, art, furniture, and the importance of cozy welcoming vibes. This book sanctuary is so beautiful. It brought me to tears. And I really needed that today. Bless you both and all your viewers. 🕊 And thank you again. 💕🐑🦌🥌🧸🎄🫖📚🐈‍⬛☃️❄️ I

[@chel_hamelin]

Paint was the right choice. I wasn’t sure about the white on the walls but it really all came together in the end. I appreciate when you show things not going to plan. Makes us all feel less alone when it happens to us

[@pman2916]

Love the cozy reading nook. Love meeting your Mum, especially watching you two spend quality time like this together.

[@C1975-t7p]

Looks so good! Love that you two worked together to get it all done AND that you left in the hiccups and oops moments so we can see that even experienced “real” DIYers sometimes have to rework plans and that things don't always go perfectly smooth. Makes all the aggravation and mistakes we make while learning seem less like “ugh I can't do this, why is this so hard, no one else has this much trouble” seem more like “these are just the way projects go” and that having problems pop up mid project isn't necessarily about our skill level but just the reality of doing DIY projects- so appreciate that. Another great project!!

[@NanaStillLearning]

My favorite DIY part was the pivot on the doors….makes me feel better about my oops moments and know there is always a solve to the problem. Fantastic rustic rich look. Love the color.

[@kimmhclouthier2594]

How cozy and inviting this reading nook is. You and your Mom killed it.

[@Stephanie-lg1cm]

🇬🇧Wow your mum must be absolutely thrilled, what a difference!

[@candybrooke22]

After everything you and your mom have gone through I'm so glad you guys got to spend this time together and give her something to cherish and have a cozy peaceful area that can make her thing of you and all the memories!! Truly a gorgeous diy!!

[@Zillah82]

That looks so great! Love the green. Kenobi looks so happy to be at grandmas.

[@raneemilliman7130]

I loved that room right from the start, and what you and your mom have done has totally transformed it into a very inviting, cozy, snuggly, tea drinking, reading nook and I LOVE IT!! I am partial to green, as various hues are my favorite color, so love the paint color. The only thing I would add is an oversized ottoman (with storage for an extra blanket or?) and a cat. Yes, I am a cat person, and I understand your dog may not take kindly to a cat in his/her home. But that would be my additional vibe, if it were my room. (Your mom is fabulous also and I love her cabin.)

[@Ima-Diamond]

Your mom is living my dream! That reading nook is everything! Well done ladies!

[@trinn4ever]

Beautiful reading room. I would add foot rest stool to that armchair and dog beds somewhere around. Maybe electric fireplace like heater, but it might be too big for the area. It turned out lovingly. ❤️

[@cheermchardy7641]

What a great way to spend time with Mom! On those cold winter days she will look at it with love for you remembering how much fun you had building it. I love the color selection and I think it just made that corner look like a library. This made me miss my Mom so much! Never take the time together for granted. I just love how creative you are and roll with the punches.

[@didr0003]

My favorite part is the color and ship picture. A foot stool would be a great addition.

[@dougspidermanhappy]

Fr I almost never like the results when people paint a natural wooden wall, but this one is a big exception! Well done! You and your gorgeous mom look so much alike, and so happy to be together. I miss my mom. She is still here in spirit, being a part of me. Anyway! Love your channel sm.

[@jannibal9273]

LOVE it! The only things I would suggest being added are a little foot stool to rest the feet if the chair isn't tilted back and a basket full of nice warm throw blankets.

[@merklingassoc]

Absolutely love the reading book and design. I actually think the two bottom open areas work better and sure seems like your mom needed the extra room for her books. Lastly that paint color is to die for. The area is perfect, not one thing I'd want to change.... ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@elizabethr3666]

This brought me to tears, not only is this the sweetest thing ever, its also so beautiful, you can literally feel the love and care that was put into this space, thank you for sharing this with us. I truly hope she finds many cozy moments within this space.

[@watermelon_dragon]

May I say that the problem solving skills in this video is so on point!!! Like giiiiiiirl you got bumped multiple times and you just went and takle each one of them!!! I strive to be able to be this creative and unstoppable!!! Also the picture frames on the corners oh my goodness so so cool😍 and the rug!!! The rug is gorgeous!!!❤ amazing reading nook, such a hard work!!!! Amazing

[@sylviajones4907]

Daughter of the Year! Good job, Ladies!

[@beckymartin7943]

I love to watch you, Danny I think you are awesome. Please tell your mama she she is so beautiful.

[@DIYDanie]

awe that is so kind xo

[@LaLadybug2011]

This is my very favorite project and video that you've ever done! Everything you both did is just beautiful. That chair is gorgeous-what a DEAL you got on it and what a wonderful place to enjoy all of those books and an occasional nap.❤️ Normally, I don't like greens that dark but that green paint looks like velvet to me-it's perfection. So, 10/10 project-so happy you and your Mom did this. Thanks for sharing with all of us-sending thanks and love from Louisiana tonight-the world needs more cozy reading nooks! ❤️

[@livingauthenticallyonmyownterm]

What an amazing room to cozy up in the gorgeous leather chair, all the beautiful books, the art, the special touches, the stunning rug, and now you both have a good time to put in your memory books and every time you look at the room, you can relive the awesome time you spent together in your mother/daughter time. ❤❤❤ 🎉Happy New Year!!!🎉

[@calm_expressions]

Really gorgeous! Country chic. My idea for the space would be to build a raised platform below the window. Essentially window seat, with book storage underneath.

[@TamarLitvot]

This was a wonderful video! I love what you did to that space. No one would ever want to leave once they were settled in that chair. And doing it for and with you mother was just lovely.

[@Jhmitchell3803]

Beautiful job. I knit and crochet and quickly began to imagine how the bookshelves could be filled with pattern books and baskets of yarn. Lovely corner to sit and stitch or read - whatever strikes your fancy. I adore the green it is perfect.

[@AJourneytoMe]

So beautiful and cozy. Favourite part is "dry brushing" the walls white.

[@Dexy83]

There were scenes where I had to look twice to see if it was you or your Mom! She looks so young! Beautiful space and 💙 memories!

[@joycedavis9996]

mornin’, ❤ Kenobi!

[@DIYDanie]

Good Morning, Lovely Joyce! 💜 sending love to you!

[@joycedavis9996]

@@DIYDanieback at cha!

[@renee853]

OMG. When your mom did the 👍🏼 she looked just LIKE YOU!!!! Toot stinken cute!!

[@sandrastrobel1254]

Such a wonderful transformation with two lovely ladies. Have I told you how much I love your hair Dani? Well, I do. A lot. lol. Enjoy your reading book mama.

[@elizabethquintanilla7258]

Lovely, how nice of you spoiling your darling mom. Blessings

[@shirleycarter2451]

It looks so inviting, its important especially this time of year to make those left behind after a loss, to feel wanted and needed, do this was a treasured moment for the 2 of you.❤❤❤

[@rosarybennett]

I've seen a couple of your videos over the years, but this video is so sweet and wholesome. You empowering your mom is amazing. I think a lot of people (myself included) don't feel confident when using power tools. It was just nice to see you telling her she can do it.

[@EmanuelYeotis]

Mom's a lucky lady. Great job ladies.

[@GraceOfGuadalupe]

Your Mom loves the same authors that my Mom does! I'm loving everything about this! Especially the paint colors!

[@laurielangley2306]

Changed....NOTHING!! It came out AMAZING!!