DIY HOME PROJECTS + DECORATE WITH ME | NEW HOUSE UPDATES

[@KristenMcGowan]

HAPPY SUNDAY EVERYONE!🏡✨ This week I am tackling some DIY home projects before the holidays! We are hosting this year and I want to get the house up to speed before starting with our holiday decor! If you are working on spaces of your home too I hope this gives you some motivation to get started on those projects! Todays video is filled with tips & tricks and must have product selections! Everything will be linked below in the description box :)

[@mariamangion21]

Happy Sunday ❤

[@cyndeewenzel6439]

Aww on your office door hardware. (I didn't notice it's upside down lol) It's really beautiful though. Glad you painted the kitchen. Say I have a question I love your lounge outfit (grey sweats material) at the end. I'm wondering where you got that? Thanks. Can't wait to see the Christmas decorating videos. Thanks for the update on the mini kitchen reno.

[@AnnetteMitton]

Oh my goodness, the painting of kitchen, really brightens up your kitchen. It doesn't look so heavy! ❤😊

[@donnawilliams7683]

Westhighland white is my favorite wall color and I was so happy to see someone finally use it. It's a beautiful soft white and your kitchen looks ten times better after you painted it.

[@vondrabejot9851]

The teacher in me can't help say this. You really should say something to him about the doorknob plate. As a professional, he should really appreciate it. Otherwise he is going to keep making the same mistake. As my grandma always says, "I learn from every person I meet. Everyone has something to give.". I've learned so much from you. Thank you.❤

[@cyndeewenzel6439]

You know you have a point, I did the same thing with the maintenance guy who "fixed" my shower knobs. He didn't really do it right and so now there's no rhyme or reason to the hot and cold adjustment, but the guy is so nice I didn't want to hurt his feelings. Then I was talking to a neighbor and they said that he did the same thing to their shower. Sigh.

[@nancywehrung3943]

Agree! I bet he would want to know.

[@doloreslivoti3436]

Hi Kristen, ahh now the kitchen looks bright, fresh and cohesive with the rest of your house. Always love your DIY’s and helpful tips. Love the French door on your office, and you really do make painting look effortless, you’re a natural! 💕Dee

[@cyndeewenzel6439]

I know, I was thinking wow I'd have paint everywhere, and couldn't believe she had one little mat under the paint container lol I just wonder what kind of cupboards they're going to go with in the future. And now what color they will paint the island. It's so much fun having a new house with all sorts of possibilities.

[@doloreslivoti3436]

@@cyndeewenzel6439 I agree, I recently painted my kitchen over and I think I had more paint on me than the walls lol 😂. She is so neat and makes it look so easy. Definitely looking forward to seeing what does with the rest of her home. It’s definitely exciting and fun making over a new home to make it your own. 👍🏼💕

[@SuzanneOost-dc2yh]

I like the upside down doorknob! Adds a quirky mix.

[@KristenMcGowan]

@@SuzanneOost-dc2yh 💛💛

[@carolynoquinn4573]

I love getting smallish projects finished!

[@a.scottiedog2093]

I love your kitchen now. It’s so light and bright! I also love your gallery wall and pics between the window. You have the magic touch with all your decor. Love it! 💕

[@DebbyBeachy07]

There is so much white...😮. I'll be happy to see the colors you want to use.

[@loladlola2]

Happy Sunday!! Kristen you make painting look so effortless. I wish it brought me joy to do it because I know it's one of the easiest ways to make your house look fresher, but I hate painting with a passion. Ugh.🤣

[@AriannaArdent-rs1di]

I didn’t notice the doorknob issue until you said something- brass is so beautiful.

[@nekacannon3951]

I LOVED the flow of this video!!! Idk how to describe it but it really felt like real life action and not a pro (as you are) working. That probably didn’t make sense but as usual you nailed it!!!

[@KristenMcGowan]

Thank you!! I appreciate that! I totally get what you mean!

[@carolynoquinn4573]

The "new" color is definitely an improvement/upgrade!

[@TaraMLee]

Love your ideas, and you have such a sweet nature. ❤

[@jackielucchesi6654]

How do you paint w/out a drop cloth and not get splatters everywhere?? Everything looking beautiful!!!!!

[@melissaneal3808]

Just about to say the same thing! 😂

[@joycedwyer8778]

Leave the door knob as it is. I never noticed until you pointed it out. Love the kitchen.

[@michelleabernathy5074]

Kristen, I have the same knobs and noticed right away it was upside down! If you plan to use the same knobs in the rest of the house, you should flip the plate.

[@loladlola2]

Me too!! I kept saying "I think it's upside down."🙃🤣

[@cinnamonwilliams8310]

Love it! Just be sure to paint the inside trim of the door where the hinges are too. It’s still the natural wood showing when you open the door.

[@LashChronicles]

I just noticed that too, around the 15:42 mark. I was wondering if anyone else noticed as well. I’ve forgotten to do that myself before! I’m totally sure she will catch that! :) I want her to come over and redo my house lol!

[@jessicaantonakos6374]

I love when you do videos like this! It inspires and motivates me to get the miscellaneous diys done around my house too. And I learn so much from you! ❤

[@r-anne7375]

I wouldn't change the door handle in your office. It looks good the way it is, and as you said the screw holes might have to redrilled and sometimes to fix things, it causes more problems. It looks beautiful.

[@LausDeoLiving]

I love everything you've done Kristen. Your home is already just beautiful but you making your personality shine through makes it even more stunning.💗

[@sylviahenry3280]

Girl! This made such a big difference! I'm currently renovating my home and I watch your videos all the time!!! You have such clean taste!!!! I love the tips you give, you're so talented

[@loribenton5975]

I understand the blank canvas thing, but I'd need sunglasses to walk into your house now. Looking forward to some of that harsh white disappearing. You always land on something beautiful.

[@KristenMcGowan]

Don’t worry girl we’ll get there!!💛👏🏼it’s a work in progress for sure

[@carrieaasland2862]

LOVE everything...I would have to switch the door handle though!😂

[@sigishawa]

Loved this! So many “aha” moments that I’ll definitely be using in my home 💕

[@katkat4298]

Thank you for this! I feel white is such a hard color to pick! Love it!

[@tricia8727]

Those light switch covers are a game changer! So glad you included it in this video. I had no idea!

[@lucillelee741]

Have you considered painting your kitchen cabinets? I think that would look gorgeous and a very nice temporary solution.

[@aliciadavies2547]

The door handle would drive me crazy 🤪

[@kathleenroby3057]

Love your style and decor...Your home is exquisite....Elegantly cozy..like a big warm hug!

[@tinasilvers9]

I love the too toned look ! ❤

[@shannonevans6344]

LOVE the office door!

[@marilynweist2645]

My goodness gracious you are awesome with your job at painting ! I would love to know how long it took you! You are so neat and thorough! I never seen the toggle light switches like that before. The framed art that you received as a wedding present is beautiful! You have a great talent for your work style! Gob bless you and your hubby! ❤❤❤❤

[@cclai3912]

Wow, the French door is soooo pretty, I like the paint color very much.

[@lylibu]

On your way to 2M 🎉🎉🎉

[@KirestenK]

Wow !! Looks so much better !!!!

[@mariamangion21]

Appreciate you and what you do so much ❤

[@lindalindquist9624]

Always helpful hints your home is beautiful ❤️

[@guerra_1355]

I didn’t even notice that mistake! Leave it alone it’s perfect

[@novamom1962]

Kristen everything looks beautiful as you. ❤️💗 Love Y’all 💗❤️

[@bsnufkin929]

I was about to say that door knob is upside down! Joking, I never noticed until you said it😂

[@tinasung3814]

Though painting the kitchen white does look alot better and brighter, I do feel it kinda made the kitchen cabinets look dated & darker. I prob would have just embrace the vintage style including painting wall paint same antique color as the cabinets. The offwhite will still brighten up the room but not bring as much contrast as white paint.

[@nicolefitzgerald2022]

i laughed out loud when you peaked your face through the window when peeling the other side off

[@KristenMcGowan]

😂😂

[@reginabeasley872]

Looks amazing

[@striketochill]

Replacing a light switch definitely doesn't require an electrician! It's super easy. If you've ever changed a hardwired light, you can easily replace a light switch and it'll be wayyyyy cheaper than the plate covers you purchased.

[@judithcatlett8518]

If you’re taking a survey regarding your office door handle, I hope you turn it the right way. You’ll be able to fix the holes.

[@alexandradesousacoutinho4806]

Love your work😉

[@royaarab7434]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@krisc2411]

i actually prefer the doorknob upside down lol

[@TaraMLee]

@@krisc2411 I think I like the door knob upside down also

[@KristenMcGowan]

Yay! I don’t mind it either 💛🫶🏼

[@lucillelee741]

I would change the doorknob direction. I noticed it immediately.

[@geckonia]

Maybe use a drop cloth 😅 especially when rolling

[@lilpahedchix]

loved your videos and your style, thank you! Can I ask where did you get your rocking chair?? its looks so comfortable!!

[@shannonevans6344]

White walls with cream-colored cabinets? Will you change one of them? Do the cabinets look like a dirty white or does it look nice?

[@KristenMcGowan]

I’ll be changing/painting the cabinets next!! Because ya it doesn’t look right but it’s a small update from the green for now :)

[@ahnie771]

How do you avoid getting paint speckles all over your floor? You are a lot neater than I am. Tips?

[@marilyn6905]

Bright white kitchen walls cause (onscreen) Cabinets to appear sl dingy. Question whether wall color in more similar "off- white" would have lessened the contrast?

[@KristenMcGowan]

We will be changing the cabinets so I’m not too worried for now :)

[@shannonevans6344]

I have a sage green kitchen and needed a suggestion to update the paint!!

[@KristenMcGowan]

Yes!! We’re in it together girl! It completely changed the look of the house! I should have done it earlier!

[@MEHEKMOHSINI-ym8hf]

Luv u Kristen ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lisamdrake5696]

Now, you KNOW that Henry will be watching from the hallway while you work once you close that French door! 😂 The view of the Christmas tree from the kitchen will be even more stunning once the snow covers everything! Wait - will you even get that much snow? 🤔 ❤😊

[@Μεγαλοχαρη]

Hello my dear!!! You are so sweet 😊! Love from Greece ❤!

[@AndNowThis..]

The installer should’ve known. We all know you’re going to flip it, it’ll be annoying knowing it’s upside down.

[@LalalalalaLauren75]

*me watching her get rid of almost the exact color sage green my living room is*

[@KristenMcGowan]

@@LalalalalaLauren75 I actually love this color!! Just not for this kitchen especially because of the location of the kitchen. It would look lovely in a living room though💛

[@LalalalalaLauren75]

@ We have a 10 ft picture window in the living room so I knew if we did a bright color the room would make me go blind! 😂 I love what that white color did for the kitchen though

[@vdavila1018]

What color n brand did you use on the wall and trim?

[@memorykeeperjournals]

Do you know if the cabinets attached to ceiling were added later or came with the cabinets? I ask because mine has a huge gap feom the ceiling to the kitchen cabinets and i have no clue what to do so it doesn't look empty.

[@shannonevans6344]

Did you use a sponge brush or a bristle brush for your trim?

[@KristenMcGowan]

Bristle!

[@lieslnew8247]

No covering on the floor, no paint on your clothes or hands?!! Clearly my technique requires improvement 😂❤

[@shannonevans6344]

Did you bother to paint the top of the door that you don’t see?

[@Motherbird1954]

Sorry, The doorknob upside down is too obvious. It would be best if you reinstalled it.

[@janicejugla959]

Sorry Kristen, even before you said it, the first thing I noticed were the upside down door handles. Not chic.

[@thebutterfly3ffect77]

It’s very bland. No? Makes the cabinets look grubby imo. Door is beautifully done

[@katkat4298]

Thank you for this! I feel white is such a hard color to pick! Love it!