First DIY PROJECT for our NEW HOME // Restoring Century-Old Windows | XO, MaCenna
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XO MaCenna, a big “XO” to you for trying to be as sustainable as possible and reusing the original materials of the house! I know it would be a time-saver to just buy new windows instead of scraping all the paint flecks off, sanding them down, and fitting them...Reusing old materials is cool, an educational learning experience, and good for our planet! Thanks for leading by example 💕
Is there anything you can not do girl! You are amazing and I love your Mom. And your dad to of course lol. Love your channel and really enjoying watching you renovate you cottage! Sending lots of love from 🇨🇦
Thank you so much that means the world to me!
Brava MaCenna!
100%!!
"Must have been a man " was hilarious, you and your mom are so much fun to watch, I love your upbeat attitude and perseverance, you are amazing girl !! 💞
The amount of times I've said that
In a time where it seems like everyone wants to throw things away and take the easy way out, you are a breath of fresh air. So so impressed!
Thank you so much!! That means a lot to me!!!
I feel like I’m there renovating with you and it’s so much fun! One thing I always notice about you in videos is how well you handle unexpected problems and disappointments…..with a smile and humor.
🥰🥰🥰
Just imagine when the house is complete, down to the last decoration, you will be able to say every bone and crack of this place has been done by me (except building the whole house from empty land of course, although at this stage I believe you can do that too)! That feeling is going to be different, maybe the best ever!
The best feeling ever!!! I can’t wait!
That would be easy for her to accomplish as long as she had a team to help handle the larger pieces of lumber and the trusses. She could definitely do that. The finishing touches are where the expertise and patience come in. She’s got that down. Watching her confidence grow each step along the way is fun to see!
OMGosh! The double locks are perfect. Also the brass color, so gorgeous!!
This house is going to look AMAZING!!
Yes and that she had help from her parents just makes it that more special. 😊
The black windows looks so good against the white walls! Loving the series
I just know when this series is finished i’ll definitely binge watch it again from start to finish
Yayyyyy
Opinion: I don’t think dove wing is enough contrast. 😊. I really like the Manchester tan. I painted different rooms of my house different versions of white; however, I am unable to discern any difference and wish I would have chosen whites with more contrast. The black is THE BOMB!!!! Amazing work!
I wholeheartedly agree!
Yes Manchester tan!!
I agree also not enough contrast.
I agree not enough contrast. How about trying the Manchester at 50%?
This may be an unpopular opinion but I thought she would go with a color. Of course the turquoise is super outdated but I think a green would be really pretty! Huge contrast but would also kind of blend in with landscape/grass. The white on white looks really modern to me and I know old houses had some color on the outside.
‘A man must of done it’ I say this all the time to my daughter when something makes no sense 😂. I love your Mom 😍
I cheered when she said that!
Same. Especially bathrooms, highways and parking lots. Lol
😂😂😂
I also use this phrase 🤣
My husband walked by while I was watching this, stopped and said “she’s so expressive!” One of the many reasons I love watching you
Your parents are lucky to have you
You’re lucky to have them
And you all seem to know it.
The house will be beautiful and it’s your (all of you) creation and creativity.
Hahaha omg thank you so much!!!!! 🥰🥰🥰
This is really sweet of you. Exactly what I was thinking, but have never thought to express it. You said it perfectly. ♥️
Thats what i love about her, how “expressive” she is! 🥰🥰😆😆
Expressive and impressive!
I’m sooooo obsessed with your renovation and love how you are showing the world how capable women are ❤️
Eeeeekkk thank you!!! Omg we are SOOO capable and I love it
The reason contractors don’t like to work on old homes is simply because they are rarely straight and plumb so it is easier to tear down and rebuild and faster and cheaper and they can move on to new jobs! It’s always a question of money, they don’t really care if you are invested in your antique house or not. Btw great work 👍
Yes! Also old houses always come with unique problems which require unique solutions. Whereas on new builds it's pretty much all the same so they can just do what they always do 🤷🏻♀️
This restoration journey continually gets more and more impressive every week. Blown away by all the incredible work you’re doing. Thanks for sharing.
Also, I live in New Orleans and loved seeing your mom’s ⚜️ shirt.
Thank you so much 🥰
Heads up, the weights are sized to the weight of the window they are carrying. You may want to check to see if the Low E glass is significantly heavier than the old glass. You may need larger weights. Worth finding out before you close the interior window trim.
Good advice.
SO TRUE! Thank you!!!
Good advice.
Good info
@@XOMaCenna So true?! Argh that means you already know this? I love how thorough you've been in your research! This might be adding to your list of things, but would you be able to jot down a list of things that you didn't know while renovating? Like window weights? I had no idea windows had weights! This would be so handy to know. Love watching you do your thing cause your passion SHINES through.
I bet your Mom is so proud of you! You're her little energizer bunny! Be Safe MaCenna and family!
I’m in awe of your patience! You’re doing such a great job with this entire journey 🧡
LOVING the black windows. So good! Definitely like two locks per window. That extra trim piece will just blend right in. And I agree you should go just a touch darker than dove wing.
Totally agree. Love your journey so far! How about a light grey with slightly greenish undertone? :D
Yes! Little darker green/grey is. But love the continuing green undertone
I'm so obsessed with this series I clicked right away, I'm so excited to see that it's finally coming together ❤
Yay!! Thank you so much 😘
invested...
You are seriously out of this world. My sister and I always make time to watch your videos together. You deserve so much credit and all the success, such an inspiration for all women. Thank you for taking us on this journey and sharing all the milestones. Lots of love from Canada!
You’re so kind!! Thank you so so much that means the world to me!
I love your dedication to not wasting materials and trying to find as many thrifted/antique items as possible to complement the character and age of the home. Also, I always love when your mom is on camera. She has the best sense of humor.
Also wanted to comment, MaCenna that your mama is one amazing mama. I smile the whole time I see you two together. What a team!!
Aren’t they terrific together! I know how lovely it is to be a team with your daughter (I have 2 wonderful grown daughters and a daughter-in-law and feel very lucky).
I did not want this video to end!! The windows look incredible and you should be so proud of what you have accomplished so far!!
Thank you so much!!!
I completely disassembled, stripped, filled, sanded and repainted with Ben Moore White Dove, 22 double hung wooden windows (including all trim pieces) in my vintage home. I also removed every glass pane to strip, sand, and paint in the crevices…reinstalled and glazed all the glass panes…reinstalled the windows with new sash ropes and new window latches…and handle lifts…and though it was quite an accomplishment and they turned out beautifully…it took me years. Your windows are gorgeous…I love how you took out the roller hardware and sprayed it antique brass…wish I’d have done that…I painted mine. You mentioned thinking three weeks was a long time to redo five windows…but…that’s actually warp speed. This kind of restoration work takes so much love and care…that’s why it’s so valuable. Your house is going to be amazing.
You are officially my RUclips hero!!! Thank you sweet girl for showing your subscribers how to repurpose old windows. Hugs from the Little Farm 🤗
I remember being awake at night,doing the last half of an historic Italianate Villa, alone, thinking,"I have 85 windows to redo". Counting windows in the dark to get organized is no laughing matter with 27 rooms. I wonder that I can watch your program now and be so completely enthralled by all the decisions you had to make each day. Bless your parents who are there for you. You got my attention,girl, and are in my prayers.
Omg 85!!!!! You’re incredible!
@@XOMaCenna I'd have to agree with that statement.
Totally obsessed with this. The amount of hard work you've put into this is unreal... 😍🏡
Thank you that means so much!!! 🥰
Dear MaCenna, there aren’t enough adjectives to describe you! One thing I know is that your parents are amazing individuals! They reared an amazing young woman! Thank you for taking us along on this renovation. Blessings 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷💛
I am so obsessed with this serie and the vlogs , when I get relatives phone calls I make excuses that I am busy at the moment. Everything is looking great.
Hahahah!!! Thank you so much!!
You & your family are awesome!!!! Your parents have to be soooo proud of you. Your attention to detail pays off to outstanding results. I'm proud of you too, and sooo happy for you!!! Can't wait till Romeo sees your progress.
Was just thinking about how Romeo will react!
I got soooooo excited seeing the window pull up! I'm so proud of you and behind every power woman is her power mom! Love the trim on the windows. The black looks so classy.
The house is really starting coming to Life! A Little note on the video: I really wished It was more of a DIY/"how to do It" video where you show us the work on One window from beginning to end, and less of a vlog style video. Maybe Think about It when you're going to restore the other windows 😉 like it's great to see the progress and you probably didn't have a lot of time to do It all, but you could do a more specific video on It in the future ☺️
I agree! I’m really interested in seeing the process of restoring a window from start to finish.. would love to see a whole video dedicated to that :)
These videos are such an inspiration. It's so amazing to actually see a project GETTING DONE. I'm such a procrastinator, and I often start a project, then get overwhelmed and never finish it. This makes me reluctant to even try in the first place. Seeing MaCenna just chugging along, taking things one step at a time, and actually accomplishing big tasks, is amazing.
It's also wonderful to see a woman doing traditional "man jobs" with so much unapologetic energy and joy. Demolition, framing, stripping, cutting, nailing, everything! And when her Dad and Romeo turn up they never seem to "take charge", but work together with her as an equal. It's beautiful to see.
On another note, MaCenna and her mom are adorable together. 🥰
love how excited you are with the whole process! love the windows! maybe try OC-19, maybe it's contrasting enough and it's still in the same 'family' as white dove. Love from Greece! can't believe it's 7 months with the house renovation!!!!
I have to admit that when this journey started I was horrified at some of the changes you were planning to make. I thought you were going to destroy the original character of the house. I was wrong! You are doing a fantastic job. So impressed with your design as well as your dedication to restoration …to say nothing of your work ethic.
You rock! I see your vision and I love it.
She is definitely a worker! She gets into the guts of it!
when has she ever considered destroying the original character?!
@@kristibeisecker
Initially when talking about opening up the foyer, I thought it would destroy the character. It wasn’t an attack, it was an initial observation. No need to get your knickers in a twist. I see the error in my thinking.
Thank you so much for saying that. 🥰 I always knew how much the character of this house meant to me and was so sad when my vision was misunderstood at first but I knew all I could do was show my design and intentions for this amazing old home through my videos and hope everyone would see!! Thank you for your comment! It means the world to me!
@@XOMaCenna ❤️
Thanks for taking us along on this journey. Your sweat equity will save money, but the skills you are learning will empower you FOREVER. And to see your mom wear a NOLA Saints shirt and it looks like you have a Fleur De Lis pendant just makes it so much better. All I can add is….You Go Girl!
I LOVE how realistic this is. Doing home projects takes SO long. Especially with old homes, you take something apart and find problem upon problem. But you're so right progress is progress and that's going to be engrained in your DNA by the time you're done this house hahaha! So exciting.
The windows look so good! This house is going to be so beautiful! Personally, I really like the contrast of the white exterior, black windows, and warm creamy colored trim; the dove wing looks identical to the white dove to my eyes. But whatever you pick is going to look great, based on your track record. A real bummer about that third window being too low now...
Bunt Glas, I agree. I thought the middle colour would work pretty well. :)
I'm about to have cataract surgery and I noticed the difference (I can't wait to see true colors after these cloudy lenses are replaced).
I totally agree! I like the middle color!
i like the middle too
@@Edu_Kate Good for you! Everyone's eyes may perceive colors a little differently, and everyone's monitors may also display them differently- which is why I did specify "to my eyes". Good luck with your surgery, hope it goes well!
This a true restoration journey! 🤗😍 When you and your mom put up walls a couple of videos back I knew you guys could basically do anything,! 💪🏼
You could run your own home improvement/construction company. Oh the things you’ve learned!!! Look at you! I’m 69 years old and I’ve never done 1/2 the things you’ve done! I love your tenacity! MaCenna, you are a strong, independent, and very capable woman!!! You and your windows!!!! Adding the new cotton cording, spraying the inner hardware antique brass…….incredible!!!
Your parents should be so proud of the daughter they raised; beauty, grit and the best attitude ever!
This video came up when I was watching your last one, but I need to get some chores done, so now it's going to be my reward for cleaning the bathroom. Watching you work so hard and reap the benefits really inspires me!
You have such supportive and wonderful parents! They are amazing. I'm sure I don't need to tell you that. It warms my heart.
LOVE that you’re so tenacious! I have restored several old houses and know that feeling of being overwhelmed with a multitude of tasks and the desire to do them perfectly. How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time! Extra bonus is great and memorable time spent with your folks.
Those windows look AMAZING!!! It was definitely worth the hard work! For the trim colour you could mix a tiny drop of black or something into the colour of the walls, that way it’s the same sort of colour but it looks a bit more dimensional. Love the video, probably one of my favourites! ❤️
The windows look so good. You are so clever having done those windows yourself, well impressed
Currently going through the hardest time of my entire life, and every Sunday I watch these videos and leave feeling unstoppable. I can't thank you enough for that. You're so inspiring!
Why did this not pop up on my feed the first thing?! I am obsessed with what you’re doing and I love that this solo project has slowly turned into a family project and brought your family closer together! 🤍✨
I became an aircraft mechanic in the 90s and watching you do this work reminds me of all the little moments of excitement i had when i learned to fix planes. I always had to play it cool bc the guys wouldve eaten me alive if i expressed my true excitement. I love that you put it all out there. "Be the change you want to see in the world" is definitely something you are living up to.
I can’t wait for your updates every week, I love what you are doing to your Texas cottage! Kudos to your mom and dad for all their work too! I love the black trim and sashes on the windows! Keep up the great work!
Macennaaaaa, I’m in love with everything. I do like the dove wing, too bad you could mix a quarter of deep in thought with 3 quarters of dove wing. That might give it a little more depth. The windows looks beautiful. Every time u look at this house you will remember how strong and dedicated you are. Also these memories with your family mean everything. Make sure you enjoy every second together,because it’s so special. I am so invested with this house. I’m secretly waiting for your house to be on Airbnb in the future. It’ll be my first trip to Texas! I’m from Mass💜💜💜
Just wanted to say how much I appreciate that we get to see the entire renovation in this series. There are no details of it that isn't interesting, including following your personal journey, learning more and gaining confidence. A better watch than most similar TV shows for sure :-)
I cried happy tears for you when you installed your first window. You are AWESOME!!!
I love how happy you look after completing a certain project even when it doesn't quite go alright. I am so excited to see your videos every time they come out and see all the beautiful decisions you make for your cottage!
Thank you so so much!
A) I love your positivity! Even when things are “challenging” (read as “raining”) you are able to turn it around and look at it as making progress.
B) Your Mom is the bomb! (…had to be a man.)😂😂😂
C) Definitely think more contrast on the trim
D) The windows are looking good. That’s a lot of hard work and dedication. I’m totally impressed!
Is there ANYTHING you can't do? I am continually blown away with how talented & hands on you are. I know this is continually repeated in your comments, but I personally wanted to say thank you for all of your amazing content & the time it takes you to put it all together for us. Your light shines so bright- please don't EVER let anything or anyone dim it. The world needs more light 💡...
xo from Oregon 💕
I love how much original parts of this house that you are saving, I see your little cottage getting happier every day, she waited so long for you bring her back to her glory, but better❤️
That is in insane amount of work! It looks great! I would make the trim piece between those two windows the same width as the trim pieces on each side. It would look more intentional that way.
I’m definitely going to try that and see how it looks!
Always so sad when the video is finished 😢 just love everything you do! Obsessed !
I love your relationship with your mom! Would love to see a mother-daughter q&a one day! Love love what y’all are doing with the Comfort Cottage!!
I agree with the middle paint sample or even the bottom one. I would stand by the street to see what looks best. You remind me of myself when I was in my 30' s. So much energy💕
When your mom said "had to be a man" i laughed so hard 😂😂😂 she's so hilarious! Lol
You're amazing, there is nothing you can't turn your hand to! I can only imagine how proud you'll be when it's all finished x
Loveee the board being split with the smaller piece in the middle, rather than the flat 12 board. The windows are looking soooo good!
Dove Wing! YES!!!
Also, don't skip showing us the rest of the windows - love watching every part of this process. Thanks for sharing it with us!
I love how amazed you are with yourself, yes, be proud 👏🏽😇 beautiful work, as always
Don't replace the glass, antique glass is beautiful in sunlight! All the imperfections create stunning reflections. If you replace glass have a professional do it because your windows are on a weight and balance system. It doesn't sound like a big deal but it really is! Most people end up replacing the whole window because even professionals have a hard time with the weights.
What I LOVE is in America you guys have houses made of wooden frames (sometimes a bit more flimsy than houses in the UK). But you are restoring the charm, character and essence of the house SUSTAINABILLY 😊
Girl...l give you props. I can't even believe the amount of work you are doing on your own. You make me so proud.
The windows look amazing! I especially liked when you had them hanging from the tree for painting, with the trunk wrapped in plastic. Ingenious!
Since I discovered your channel I've always loved your videos and the energy you put into it but I have to say that I am HOOKED since you bought this house and you starded the renovations! Love it!
Your windows are unbelievably beautiful!!! You have put in so much work and I'm floored by how great it's looking!
I love how you are so excited about that window sill! Your enthusiasm and spirit is one of a kind
I LOVE how everything is coming together! I celebrate with you every accomplishment you make and share with us! ❤️ On a side note, there is a house in my neighborhood that I absolutely love its color scheme and I always think of you too! I wish I could send you a pic, so maybe it could help you to decide the color you want around your windows. Can't wait for the next video!
Self care Sundays always include your new videos ❤️. So loving this series and your energy is infectious!
Be proud! You aren’t taking the easy way and using the originals will be so worth it.
Those windows will continue to give you joy when you look out them after you move in. Wow what work!
You are unstoppable!!!! I can’t fathom how hard you’re working and the knowledge you’re gaining! GREAT WORK!!
This journey is so exciting!!
Look at you, 3” finishing nails and sill drip edge! Proud of you and your folks. Great job.
My mind just boggles at how you figure out all the measurements, which windows go where, etc. Wow! I've said it before and I'll say it again, MaCenna...you are AWE-mazing!!! ♥♥♥ And so is your Mom! ♥
I’ve had my fair share of home building, but never had as much fun as you are having!! Can’t wait for the next upload!!!
I appreciate all your hard work sweat & tears. Everyone should have such supportive parents. I love all your videos.
this is without a doubt my favourite series on youtube right now I LOVE IT HERE
I love seeing the Relationship that you have with your mum and dad your mum especially because it’s so close it’s just beautiful
OMG Mcenna! I’m so glad you’re a perfectionist! I would have done all those same improvements on the windows! I would have been so unhappy if one window was uneven! Oh and the locks! Much better! Symmetry! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Macenna: "I didn't go to Girl Scouts...
me: damn girl, you could have fooled me....
also me: well done on your journey so far, looking great!
I think I say this in all of your videos… your parents are awesome! Thanks for taking us along for your renovation/ restoration journey ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
At the end of the cottage renovation, we need to see a full blooper reel! It’s so going to be so dang funny! I absolutely love how these windows are looking!! You’re doing so amazing!!!
When you bought this house my comment was I can’t wait to go along on this adventure with you and boy oh boy has it been an amazing fun to watch without missing an episode.
Thank you so so much!!!
I seriously get so excited every time I see you upload! I’m loving all the home content ❤️
This is my favourite show. I wish you were on HGTV so I can watch this on my tv. lol. Keep it up girl.
The trim in between the 12” space between the windows was exactly what I was thinking! It’s going to look great!!
I believe you can ask for a colour to be darker/more concentrated! So if you go in wanting Dove Wing, you can ask for a certain percentage darker 😊
I am so excited to see each finished project as you start adding to the rooms!
I have to take my hat off to Boss Lady XO MaCenna, she is really doing her thing with this house. Saving lots of money by doing the work herself and salvaging things from the old house. I like how you are so knowledgeable about the various tools that you need to complete your projects. By the way I luv the trim on the out side of the house and the windows are awesome. Can't wait till the next vid. Thanks Mom for helping out.
I am addicted to this renovation! Love the fact that you are reusing materials from the house and from fox run house. Cannot wait to see this done!
In love with this project!! The windows look amazing!
This episode was so satisfying watching you get those windows in. Obsessed! Looks so good! Getting sad already that this is starting to happen so fast and that’ll be done in no time 🥺
I love how you get your hands dirty but still look fabulous! It’s so inspiring!
And your relationship with your parents, omg, life goals! ♥️♥️♥️
MaCenna, you are so cute with your excitement. This house will be a pearl of the town. Black windows look amazing.