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MaCenna! I did my first woodworking project yesterday, and although it’s not perfect, I’m so proud of myself! I did it! I’m excited to keep trying and learning! Thank you for inspiring me!!!❤️💪🤗

I have noticed comments on the past few vlogs about being boring or talking too much and I cannot disagree more! I love hearing your thought process and you talking about everyday life. It is what makes your vlogs real. You don't fake stuff or try to dramatize your life. Please keep being real and making these videos. You are by far my favorite RU-vidr! BTW- I am the same way with my mom lol.

Romeo needs his own ep on the podcast, a q&a about laundry and how to care for clothes etc

MaCenna, you are the hardest working person that I have ever met/seen! I can't imagine the relief you will feel once all the cabinet doors are done and painted 😅

What did we do to deserve an almost 40 minute long video 🥹🥹🥹

So happy that you are finally tackling the cabinet doors! You will feel so AMAZING when you are done. You won't feel like you are living in a construction zone anymore. Romeo will also feel that. XO Can't wait to see you reflect on your MASTERPIECE which is the kitchen! XO

The plumber is so sweet to be excited for your kitchen!

Oh my word MaCenna this is such an amazing treat to have a 40 minute video!!!!!!!!! The cottage reno has been my favorite of all the RU-vid influencers ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. I love how just by adding the feet to the cabinet made such a difference. I have been waiting for the kitchen to be finished along with the installation of your stove. THANK YOU for making my day so much happier.❤

Seeing you look so happy and your eyes sparkle when you talk about Romeo and how much you value and love your relationship is utter goals. It's amazing! 🥰

MaCenna, you’re probably the only creator i watch that makes me feel like their videos should NEVER end ! you working so hard makes me feel so motivated! you’re awesome! lots of love! ❤

I appreciate so much you explaining how you and Romeo didn’t fall into society’s pressure to get married, I love love love that. I know lots of people who secretly feel like their wedding day was the worst day of their life with all the stress, and I know people that spent 50k on the wedding day alone. Like no thanks. And of course the house is stunning as usual!!❤

Impressed with how much you have gotten accomplished with adult activities, financially and otherwise!! People haven't always reached a pinnacle of a career before having kids. This actually could work in your future family life because you can relax and enjoy your kids after completing a number of work goals!!!

!!!A 40 minute video!!! 😭 so excited to watch this. I have no idea how you create so much quality content. It’s incredible

I re-used my old cabinet doors, but constructed frames, similar to Macenna's, to go around each of them. This covered up the old 70s scroll indentation that ran around them. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to update their kitchen, but save on cost. It was a lot of work to construct the frames, but so worth it. After I attached the frames to each door, I painted them and installed new handles. My kitchen is unrecognizable, and it saved soooo much money!

You and Romeo could have a super small intimate wedding in your backyard either in Texas or Cali! 😊 My husband and I got married in our backyard. Small, intimate, pool side. It became a pool party as the reception for us. Lol, we also didn't do vows. Cause it's awkward to us.

I was 39 when we got married and had never wanted a big wedding. I really wanted to have a destination wedding with just fam and close friends, but my husband's immediate family doesn't fly and they didn't understand me wanting to do it somewhere else. Also, at the time, I was creative director of a wedding magazine, so we ended up having a little more than I wanted. We only had 70 people, the venue was a contemporary art museum and we got married on the dance floor. 15 mins for vows. It was beautiful and fun, but way more expensive than I wanted. Definitely don't let others push you into what you don't want or when. Do you!

Wow Macenna, you are such an inspiration! I am absolutely in love with your kitchen! I personally can't wait for the coffee bar to be done!

I’m so excited for this almost 40min video!!!! Thank youuuuuu❤❤❤❤❤

Hello All X, Can I just say. I love when Macenna edits the video so we just have the stacking wood sound one after another 💛💛💛No way I'm the only one hahha ;p

I love watching your Reno video for motivation, I too am in the midst of a huge Reno almost two yrs now, my husband and I have gutted our entire living space, made it opened plan with new kitchen (we bought used cabinets and made them brand new with lots of sanding priming and painting 😅, floors and all the walls were gutted, now we are in the finish stages and so excited 🎉 so thank you for all the motivation! Btw we are in our 60’s 😂

You didn't only complete 3 cabinet fronts, you completed 3 90% (trim pieces and painting left) and the other 39 80%, that's a huge step forward and you did it all on one day! :) Also love your view/opinion on marriage. I think we live in a time where a lot of people still ask this question (and also the kids question) out of tradition even though a lot of people are just as happy not being married as they were married. As you said marriage isn't anything else than a legal paper that just adds to a relationship you already have. The most important thing is that you and Romeo are happy and the way you spoke about him with so much love just warmed my heart! I wish you two all the best for your relationship and your future life together, married or not!

Watching you talking about Romeo and how your face lit up talking about him makes me so happy. You deserve as much happiness as you put out into the world -- and you make a LOT of people happy.

I am so excited to get back Into cottage renovations. They are my favorite❤️❤️

Omg I would LOOOOOVE to see a washing machine maintenance routine vid from Romeo!! 😅 Especially from the perspective of someone who is bringing in lots of thrifted items

I absolutely love your videos…your attention to detail, editing skills and what you teach along the way plus your positive and enthusiastic demeanor. I especially enjoyed your stacking/organizing segment. It was simple but satisfying! You are an inspiration.

I love the consistency and quality content this year. Keep it going! Your videos get better and better each week and your effort is appreciated.

I LOVE the longer vlogs!! ❤ Way to push through on the cabinet door/drawer cuts 💪🏽👏🏽🥰

I can hardly wait for you to finish the kitchen, it’s going to be so beautiful!!! Love watching you make all the cabinets, they will last longer than 110 years!!!

I love how you and Romeo don’t fall into societies pressures of having to get married. Anyone that watches your videos can clearly see how much you two love, support and respect each other. You don’t need a piece of paper to define and validate your love. I love how you stood up for your relationship like that. I’m not so sure why people care so much. Just be happy that y’all are happy! You can see the sparkle in your eyes when you talk about Romeo and your life together. You two are goals! much love ❤️

Do what makes you happy! Elope! I always tell my couples that your wedding day is for you, it shouldn’t be about anyone else, so do what makes you both happy :) whenever I photograph elopements, couples at the end of the day never feel regretful about the day, because it was stress free and just center around their relationship.

I dont know but i never seen you talking like this,i think you are literally only content creator who makes me feel like we are besties from childhood....you know in your talking its warmth, coziness, kindness,family,feeling,you dont talk like you are super rich you always treats your subscribes like they are your family,you looks soo emotional and you know what you are doing and thats it,,sooooooo proud of you girl you really slaying and we all love you..💜💜

Wow! Cabinet making how-to, Q&A, 30+ min video, and 1 ep closer to the kitchen being done ✅ 🤩 Wow! You make wonderful videos. I could watch you all day. 💕 Love your content so much! Also, glad you’re watching OBX 3!! It’s soooo good!!

You are such a bright spot for me, thank you for all you do ❤️

Marriage is a beautiful thing that every couple should experience..you & romeo deserve a beautiful wedding big or small..it doesn't matter..just long as your relationship is celebrated :)

You and Romeo remind me of “DIY Wife”. She builds a lot of her furniture, and she’s also at the hardware store like you. Her husband is also a goofball. Your videos is one of my favorites.

Harbor freight has great prices on clamps and a wide variety of sizes! Also corner clamps are a game changer! So helpful for perfect 90° corners

So looking forward to next podcast with horror stories from you and your mama! Yay! Mom is such a classic lady while still being down to earth. You already know I'm sure of how lucky you are to have the mom you have!

I admire you so much for building your own kitchen cabinets. You do such nice work on all of your projects. I’ve always enjoyed thrifting. My parents took me and two of my sisters along with them when they would go to junk stores in my small town of NE Alabama in the late 60’s. My parents house was filled with antiques throughout. By the early 70’s my mom wanted all new furniture and she got it. I never new what happened to the antiquities. Perhaps the delivery guys took it all as they brought in the new. Thankfully, my mother had a beautiful early 1900’s buffet in the kitchen and never got rid of that so thankful I ended up with it and I had it refinished. I always pictured my home being full of antiques and I had a few but then after my husband and I had our two boys I decided to go with more practical furnishings. After my boys left home and we left Northwest Houston and retired to Hot Springs Arkansas. I have a more traditional new and old mix in my home. About 90% of the accessories are thrifted. Have a great week! ❌⭕️❌⭕️ March 6, 2023

It was really interesting hearing about you being a director. Your videos and vlogs are so high quality and professional with the good variety of shots etc. I think it’s definitely one of the reasons why your channel has become so popular (as well as everything else lovely about you!). You can really see all the effort you put it and it elevates your content above other creators Such a RU-vid queen! ❤

I gotta say.. I've never seen anyone work so hard, and get it right on top of that, and make such great videos to share with us!! You're truly one of A kind girl😊 And Romeo does his laundry the same way I do!! I've been using the downy beads since they came out years ago, also use downy and bounce dryer sheets.. my family always gets compliments on how good our clothes smell, and that makes this mama happy😊

The little montage of MaCenna organizing the wood… so satisfying!!!😂

You truly are an inspiration to every woman on this earth! I am amazed at your every move!! Thank you for all the time you take to share with those of us who follow you. Especially with all the time it takes to construct the cottage and then decorate your own new home. 🙂

Hi, MaCenna! I love your content, especially the renovation and the thrift shopping ones. You are inspiring me to want to do a lot of projects. Watching your blog now is like hanging out with old friends and having a blast. I also agree with everyone else, I love your mom! I love her enthusiasm, especially when thrift shopping. Keep doing what you do!

You can still work pregnant! I was up on a ladder at 36 weeks pregnant cleaning my cabinets with TSP to prep them for paint. But I did hire out the painting. Like you said, the more labor intensive and things harder on your body area mostly behind you. I'm so convinced that you can do anything you set your mind to!

I wish there was a playlist for xo macenna and xo macenna vlogs in chronological order to re-binge in full!

I love that you used the term tradesmen instead of workers. It shows how respectful you are. ❤

MaCenna, Get your clamps at Harbor Freight. There are 4 locations in San Antonio, and one each in Seguin, and Kerville. I have more expensive clamps, but have zero complaints about the ones I have gotten at HF. You will save a ton! The cabinets are looking great! Can't wait to see the kitchen finished on Sunday afternoon. 😊

I totally agree with your thoughts about marriage and vowes and people around. We did a super small ceremony (just us and the parents). And even there we were almost bursting with laughter because it felt so pretentious what the wedding hall lady was saying. So many people were saying "without a proper wedding it won't last", "you are not taking it seriously", "you will wish you had a big wedding" etc. Well, 20 years later still married, still happy, and still not regretting that small wedding :)

You can make your own clamps.. long pipe & my husband bought the clamp pieces. It was inexpensive & they are the strongest clamps we have!!!

You certainly are multi-talented vlog building expert / film maker. Just can't say enough about the fun ride with your house renovation projects. Love your decor ideas also. Have a fabulous time in 2023. Excited for your kitchen cabinet project soon to be accomplished. Take it easy sometimes, of course. Best to you and lovely family.

When you spoke about “ Getting Married “ it’s exactly the same way I have always felt. I have been married 25 years. We lived together for almost 5 years before. But I did not want anyone there, I felt so strange to say my wedding vows in front of people. So we went on a Vacation to the Bahamas and had a layover in Vegas. So we extended our trip , stayed in Las Vegas 4 extra days. We got married and then came home and told our Family!! 🥳 💎 🥂. I’m so happy that we did it. It was perfect!! ❤

I’m so proud of all the work you’ve done ! I saw your kitchen reveal photo last night and oh my gosh.. I’m truly blown away. So so lovely!!

I can totally relate to your thoughts on marriage and the pressure society puts on you. I have been with my significant other for 14 years as well and although we are engaged, the first sentence I said after saying " yes" was "can we have a very long engagement?" and of those 14 years, we have been engaged for 10 with no date set :) Keep doing you what works and makes you happy!!!

Thank you for showing wood in your car. I have a ford focus I haul EVERYTHING in. I get funny looks all the time hauling things. You did it your way and I appreciate that.

Same exactly thoughts on a wedding. My husband and I eloped at my favorite park in our town, my mom sewed my dress from an old dress my mother in law gave me and it was so special and wouldn’t have it any other way! We’ve been together for about 10 years and was exactly what we wanted.

It’s interesting to me to see how you love and live in one house and then put a lot of love, skill and artistry in the other. It encourages me. I have decided to take the challenge of having a home built with me as the designer. Wish me luck. 🤞🏻

Omg macenna you are speaking my absolute truth when it comes to not ever have been someone that was planning a big wedding and just want it small. and the thought of being the center of attention is so completely foreign to me 😅

I’m so proud of you lol 😅 such hard work & such an accomplished feeling I’m sure 👏🏼

Wow the editing in this vlog is exceptional. You accomplished so so much and loved the Q and A. ✅✅✅✅✅✅

You do a superb job with your videos. I’m very humbled by the work you put into your videos ON TOP of the huge amount of quality work you do for your projects. Bravo! 👏🏻👍🏾

Such a great video. You make the most complex tasks doable! Your explanations are so detailed. Thank you!

The quality of your videos are amazing. It’s not something you really ever see on RU-vid. Something that’s been standing out more and more lately it how articulate you are, and the substance in everything that you say. Love all your videos

I can’t believe how much I appreciate & love you MaCenna. You are incredible!

ahh push sticks with the table saw and gripper blocks with the router please 😬

Gotta tell you the stacking of the cut wood was so satisfying!!!!

I'm in TX again but I can't wait to get back to NM to keep working on MY house! You're so motivating! I've learned so much from you and even picked up design and style tips. Also, I couldn't sleep last night and YT suggested for me to watch one of your old Coachella videos from years ago. It was...surreal. LOL.

You are truly an amazingly talented and creative person, every video I am truly impressed and absolutely love your content , so heartwarming, you and your Precious Mama always put a smile on my face, thank you! ❤️🙏

that background when you are on the porch, is awesome! keep going girl , im right here with ya

I've done lots of painting, and I mostly agree on your sheen choices, except that I would NEVER use flat on walls! Eggshell and satin are much easier to wash off than flat. -Sharon

I would have a hard time giving up the quiet peacefulness of your texas home to the craziness of LA.

Haha 35:37 Kinsley’s face, it’s like “huh she’s talking to that camera thing again and ignoring me”😂 Love that fur baby 🐶 Can’t wait to see the cabinets finished and the oven installed! 😮

Would love to see fancy tin ceiling tiles somewhere in this home!!!! Or maybe even on the underside on this back patio roof??

Wow, and totally seriously the touches of the leg/molding you did at the bottom of all the cabinets refrigerator, etc., make everything look like vintage furniture. Seriously girl every inch of your cottage is art. This Hass to be a dream. Because every inch of it is a fantasy, vintage cottage, warm, cozy, comfort, dream come true❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

I got a white boho dress at tj max and my husband and i eloped by a beautiful creek in elfin forest. it can absolutely be done small and intimately, for sure! that way you don't feel pressure about all the details, and the focus can just be on your union.

A little furniture wax on the base and fence of your router jig or table saw helps with big project like this. The wood doesn't stick so much as you push it through and can give your arms a bit of a break

I'm 100% agreed with you not having a big wedding, simple and gorgeous looking for that day with parents present as a blessing, money can be saved for adding important thing for your home.

Ugh, the ASMR wood stacking ! I looveee when you add in sped up organization w/ sound! Love your videos, wish you could help decorate my home 🥹

Plus, with making your custom cabinets, you can make them custom sizes and configure things as you need them.

Oh my gosh, thank you so much for your videos and the quality!!

Just wanted to give my full support on intimate weddings! My husband and I got married in our backyard with a handful of people and it was the best, most comfortable decision for us. Especially being at OUR home, where we’re the most comfortable! I didn’t shy away from a big dream dress either. Get the gorgeous dress! You won’t regret it❤

“She’s mine!!!” Hahah loved that so much. You two clearly adore one another and as a mother of a young daughter, nothing would make me happier in my soul than to hear my daughter say the same thing about me 😊❤. It’s a beautiful thing to watch the two of you together.

MaCenna amazing answer about getting married! Hopefully people see this example of true partnership! kudos to you two!

Everything I know about woodworking I learned from Norm of This Old House. Rabbits and Dados and champfers. Introverts can adapt because society demands us to be outgoing, but it wears us down so fast. At the beginning of the pandemic I felt I had the advantage over extroverts during quarantine because I was in my comfortable place.

After my very, very long day when I finally sat down I said oh I need my XO macenna! And there she was. Can we just appreciate how consistent she is! I did miss kensley in this episode though.

I can't wait to build my own cabinets (we have other projects to do first). I already work with my hands, but MaCenna definitely motivates me to keep going

Thank you for the inspiration! Also, I like how organized and pre-planning you are!

So I redid my bathroom, also an old porch slanted roof. Sadly I didn't notice the slant until I was at crown project. What I did, I made level line for bottom of crown, and put in spacer pieces around top where it was showing. I think it helped hide the slant, but also there's a lil character in it.

You might consider hiring the bathroom crown out. We did all the "easy" (no weird angles) rooms but hired someone to do the room with the crazy cuts. But....if anyone can figure it out I know it's you. Your videos are as amazing as you! Can't wait to see all those beautiful cabinets.

Im so glad you mentioned your shots. I literally MADE my husband watch your transition shots from Sundays video and how beautiful the window shot was!!! Sooo amazing. This is one of the reasons why I love watching you!!

My husband and I just got married on February 3rd!!! I was a beautiful small wedding and everything we dreamed of. We also went into it just knowing it was about connecting and soaking in the memories. I wouldn't have had it any other way.

Wow! That’s not only a lot of work, but all the measurements and details make it much more work. I envy your persistence and determination. The cherry on top is being a perfectionist with the quality and vision... I’m sure anything you make has much more value than the market price. On top of all that, you get the “Made with Love” Macenna stamp ❤️

I love the sound of the birds in the background… Feels like spring!😊

You are just Adoreable!! You are going to make an amazing mom! Cant wait. Thank you for sharing yourself. :0)

I was cheering for you ...knowing the final finishing was going to be a major undertaking!!! You did it!!! YOU GO GIRL!!!!!☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️

I love both homes and see their character. I’d love to be shown where in the California home the coastal influence is. I know the exterior is storybook home style according to what’s been said and the little bit that’s been shown.

Omg, I've been following you for a while! I've enjoyed all of your stuff, but kiddo! I can call you that only because I'm 62. Love you to bits! Your so natural! But this video is very telling! I'm sharing you with my kids!

That today was a HUGE accomplishment! Great job again!

View from side porch is wonderful!

I think we need a washing machine cleaning tutorial from Romeo!!!!