Happy Sunday you beautiful humans! This kicked my creative ass in the best way and I can't wait to attempt the large scale version in my home. As always materials and filming equipment linked in the description for you so OPEN HER UP! Also as a reminder: the first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/livingtodiywithrachelmetz08211
Thank you a TON for explaining that you _are_ putting a quote in that huge dead space. Omg, I was _losing_ my frickin' shit over it! Was literally talkin' to my screen sayin', "How could you miss that space? That's gonna drive you nuts when you notice it...."🤣🤣🤣 You got me woman... you got me _real_ good! 🤣🤣🤣
You immediately gushing over Lindsay the second she comes out on screen always makes my heart melt, I just love when people are vocal about how much they appreciate and love their friends and we need that more in the world! Also amazing job as usual looks so cool
Since I'm kinda early I will take this opportunity to tell you Rachel, how much I appreciate you and the hard work you put into your videos. Your videos inspire me so much . The fact that you seem very real not a fake persona on yt.. it leads me to trust you when you say that I can do it. Thankyou from me just another tough broad💪🥰🎀
love to see women empowering women, you and your friends are such a power team. I saw Danie's video back when she released it and I loved it, more than the original piece, and I think it's such an amazing idea to carry it through a whole wall. Especially in a place like a guest trailer, I feel like that space really lends itself to that idea if that makes sense. It's going to be such a statement piece in the whole trailer and I love when things are just unabashedly purely there for style and vibes and not necessarily to make everything be functional. I mean, shelves are always also functional but you know. (That being said I feel the need to interject that I always think you are outstanding for making your spaces functional for the humans who use them, with room to actually live in and use a space). I really can't wait to see how you style this but I'm just enjoying the ride and it's such a satisfying experience to see the raw beginning of creating a space basically from zero. I think it's almost mind blowing how someone can make something from almost the ground up just with hard work and dedication. I always think renos and building are so satisfying to watch because of that. I've always felt that way. I remember when I was little the house we moved into had this huge attic that was just one giant second floor to the house and my dad and his friend turned it into rooms and the moment the drywalls went up blew my mind. Sorry, I'm rambling and it's not even relevant to the video.. I'll leave the comment here, hope you will have a great week xx
Hey Rachel! I love your channel and that you’re doing all of this yourself! I have 2 tips for the electrical: 1- when you drill through the studs to run your wires, try to hit the middle of the stud. That way, if you ever put a nail/screw in, you won’t hit the wire. (Or, you can protect the shallow wire run with metal plates that get hammered onto the stud). 2- please make sure you’re putting all of your wire connections in a junction box! I noticed you had a connection that was in front of some insulation… If you put drywall on top of that (without installing a junction box) it has a pretty good chance of catching on fire. Again, you’re such a badass. Keep up the fire renos and inspiring content!!
Ok, I've only watched 3 videos so far and Girl, you are crazy but crazy Fantastic! So proud of you for taking the plunge into fantasy construction/renovation! Be careful with electrical! One short can burn the place down. Yes, don't beat yourself up. Keep going. You'll have the most amazing home in the end.
Honestly the "mistakes" could work in your favor depending on the vibe you are going for. It 100% reminds me of an Adobe structure and I immediately think of the desert because of it so, win? Love the creativity with the materials too. Looking forward to the next video.
Hey babygirl!! I watched DYI Danny do her shelf, I live it also. Quit being so hard on yourself, I loved your idea to do the shelf with foam and narrow to fit in hallway! And honestly, it looks great! Can’t wait to see it styled!! Keep it up!! ❤️
Seeing a video posted brings me so much joy! I love how far you’ve come since i first started watching you like 5ish years ago. and plus, joshua tree views are literally the best thing i’ve ever seen
I didn't have time to read the comments so if someone already suggested this, then I apologize and am not trying to take your idea. I think I would pipe in the joint compound onto the seams on the inside of the shelves where the two foam pieces meet and then I would use the paper tape to cover the seams and then you'd have a smooth area for plastering on the joint compound. Maybe that would help with the mess from the foam being cut open on the inside of the shelves? Also, would you be willing to try mortar for the top layer? It gives a beautiful texture and can be sanded. If you're wanting a smoother surface the joint compound is perfect. Been woodworking and working with foam for a long time, 25+ years, and I mainly use it as a sacrificial barrier when cutting wood on top of my workbench so I know exactly how messy it can be. You did a great job. It looks beautiful!
So special how you share credit with your BFF and the other great creators like @DIY Danie. The shelf is so cool, can’t wait to see how it turns out. I think the foam is so smart because it’s lightweight and if your style evolves, it won’t be as hard to remove.
Ditto to every positive comment on here. You are such a joy to watch. So empowering and encouraging and I love how you show gratitude to the women that help you along the way. I know I’ve said it before and I’ll say it 100 bazillion times you are fking amazing girl! 🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I love how much of a handy woman you are! I’ve always been hands on too. You’ve inspired me to go into the trades, and I’m loving it! When I saw you do some welding it was like yup that’s what I’m going to go through with. You are so beautiful, and strong! Love your content ❤️
But why is your vibe so dope tho? Lol fr you have some really authentic energy, I'm loving your content and I appreciate you mentioning DIY Danie. That's actually how I found you. Drew over at Lone Fox said you were amazing and he was not lying.
i like the foam board idea. it gives those of us not so great yet the courage to try such an awesome project. i love DIY Danie and loved hers but was afraid id fuk it up, but id try it with the foam board..😁 thanks for the progress update..🌺🌵
Been following you for a while now Rachel. This is one of your most impressive and creative projects, from the choice of material (strofoam+compound), to the way you adapt to a situation and problem solve. Even if you havent done it this way before, It shows your understanding of the materials and how they work. Amazing!
Happy Valentines 💝 Day Rachel!! Thank you for your content and for being real! I love, love this wall! I think I'm going to make it for my studio! Love it!!! ❤️
I'm SO excited you came up with a more accessible way to dupe this shelf! I've been obsessed with it for like a year, lol. And the more organic look works so well!
I really enjoyed watching this process, I actually kinda like how you freehand the shapes into the walls it literally looks like art piece. I can't wait to see what you end up with once the hall is done and styled. I've learned from the bathroom project to trust the process bc in the beginning I couldn't understand where you were going with it...lol.
Wild seeing you wear an Emma Atterbury hat, we went to college together and I love how much she’s killing it these days! Everyone should go check out her stuff!!
I love the wood brain episodes they’re always epic?? Then again all your episodes are epic. I need a wood brain so bad but I live in rural America and they’re farm brains not much for remodeling skills. I can barely wait to see the final product. i.e. the bathroom. I follow Danie and I mentioned you to her. You guys could real do some amazing stuff in a collab.
You "need" merch that reads: "I digress!". I love DIY Danie. Fellow Ontarian, Canadian. Her Apothecary cabinet is amazing. Can't wait to see how you style this shelf!
I fuckin love how rustic/raw it is. I love the smooth modern way DiyDanie did but like yours look so effortless pretty, like one of those greek islands where houses are white and rounded
Skipping? Who the hell be skipping??? trip'n. Anywhoo 😍 This I magnificent ! So beautiful, can't wait to see what's next! Hopefully I catch you on the next live ! 11:11 🙌🏽
Wow, no fair...what is going on? This did not show up on my notifications. I had to see if you had anything new. I love this. My husband, came up with an idea to create a wall in our soon to be bnb tropical home made of cinder block and cement to install a TV and a display shelf at the bottom. Great minds think alike.
I totally thought you were going to do like a macramé situation! Maybe with like a thick glue and the fiber tape material it could help to kind of mesh the wall behind to the inside of the shelves and make it look like it’s a carved out wall
Am in love with these types of shelves, since you are using drywall why not commit to a stone look? You could go all out with the color pallet using mineral paint (or washes of different tones w/e). Plus it takes the pressure off you to achieve perfect symmetry in your curves & whatnot. I do still think youre right, hitting the foam with the orbital sander & sealing it with something (latex paint??? Idk what melts the foam and what doesnt) BEFORE putting mounting it & using compound seems easiest. Did you try using a wet sponge or cloth at all? I know youve used that trick with joint compound many times before!
(I'm kind of wondering why there hasn't been some people suggesting that wire is usually pulled before you install insulation? However it is such a small piece probably not a huge deal!) Can't wait to see how you style that!
That has a cool adobe look. Tan/white 2 tone Maybe on the shelves some native american looking pottery, candle holders etc. A few small cactus plants.. just my .02.
I can’t get over how gorgeous u r, even with your work clothes u look so damn good! Ok back to the video, u did a great job, that was amazing idea 💡 Much love to u & Diy Danie , she is amazing as well ♥️
Hey girl! I love your opening animation! It's just perfect. Did you learn to do it on skillshare? Or pay someone to create it? I'd love more info if you don't mind. Thanks!
I'm early for once. All i wanna say is damn!!! You're on fire girl and such a huge inspiration for me. I can't express how much you make my day with your videos. P.S- I love the belt you're wearing in the video. I can't find one like that. Please tell me where you got it from??
I love this idea! You also could have used air dry clay to mold it around the foam.. Yes it totally would have been a lot of clay, but it would have taken on that beautiful organic look... Almost like porcelain.. I love this idea sister! You made it possible for others to create this piece.. High five girl! ✋ you are dope!
@@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz I'm not sure about the genius part, but I have always wanted to make this. Just on a much smaller scale, like for little trinkets. I just never knew how I could, but because of your idea it's a much more achievable now. Stay fresh lady, keep my creative juices flowing!
