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DIY Wood Pumpkin Décor
October 23, 2019October 22, 2019 Sarah Listi

DIY Wood Pumpkin Décor

DIY Ghost Decor
October 9, 2019 Sarah Listi

DIY Ghost Decor

How to Remodel Your Stairs- Part One
March 7, 2019March 7, 2019 Sarah Listi

How To Remodel Your Stairs- Part One

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I have spent a lot of time the last week wondering I have spent a lot of time the last week wondering how we as a nation, as a human race move forward in a climate of pointing fingers and misunderstanding. I have heavily debated saying anything here, because honestly when I shared my feelings on my personal media, it felt like I couldn’t be heard because people successfully made my feelings about them. People began attacking other people they’ve never met simply because they could that overwhelmed me. I always followed my kids school motto “if you can be anything- be kind”. But-staying silent isn’t an option either, and in this situation isn’t the example I want to set. So- I want to share a story, and I hope it sheds some light on what we all need to have right now, compassion, understanding, and a desire to do what is right. Four years ago, I went on a quick weekend trip with a girlfriend of mine, we were celebrating my 30th birthday. While eating at the resorts main restaurant we met an incredible young black man, I say that now only because it is relevant to this story. Somehow we got on the topic or racism and specifically white privilege and what it really meant. He shared personal stories of situations he and his family have encountered, of times he was at risk, of times he was simply not respected for his intelligence and skills because of the color of his skin. He shared the impact it had on his relationships- these specifically got to me as I hurt for him at the loss he faced. We talked about politics, favorite foods, sports, all manner of things too, but his openness changed me forever. I shared storied of my life too, and he listened and engaged in struggles I had faced with love and compassion too. See, the act of hearing someone isn’t the same as “listening”. I thank him still to this day because while I wasn’t racist, I also didn’t understand what the various movements were trying to say. I didn’t get why #blacklivesmatter wasn’t #alllivesmatter. I felt at times it was divisive and it isn’t, its about awareness. I argued points with others I didn’t fully understand, and I thank this young man for shedding light from his perspective, and I am eternally grateful for it. * * Continued in comments
Working on sanding this sweet little Snake Epoxy D Working on sanding this sweet little Snake Epoxy Desk today, without heavy equipment it’s quite a chore, but the effort will pay off! Still a lot of work to go- but so excited to see it come together! What are y’all working on this weekend? * * The @boschtoolsna Bosch GET75-6 is a powerhouse of a sander for projects like this, and I have to say the @klingsporswoodworkingshop Sandpaper and Sanding Nets have definitely pulled their weight! @totalboat Deep Pour and the @makersreusablemold Epoxy Mold made this pour a breeze! Mini snakes cut using the @glowforge !! . . . . #boschtools #carpentry #woodworkingtips #womenwoodworkersofig #woodworkinglove #woodwork #woodworkingshop #dowoodworking #woodworkingtools #woodworkersofinstagram #design #woodworkers #modernmakers #makersofinstagram #makerlife #cabinetry #customwoodwork #customcabinets #woodworking #home #handmade #woodworkingproject #woodworkingskills #interiordesign #customcabinetry #homedecor #customwoodworking #handtoolwoodworking #woodworkerofinsta
How do you guys wind down at night? For me, I spen How do you guys wind down at night? For me, I spend most nights sketching away and honestly often doze off with pencil in hand. #ad Thankfully, I teamed up with @lullbed to upgrade my nighttime game and I have to say, I wish I had pulled the trigger sooner! I have been thrilled to not only find my wind-down routine more relaxing but the long days on my feet between the shop and mom life have been a bit easier with better sleep! Currently designing a new headboard to go with this fabulous bed! How do yall wind down at night? * Curious about LULL? Check out the link in my BIO to learn more and save $150! * * #LULL #getyourlullon #lullbed #maker #makerlife #creator #sketch #art #design #home #hgtv #art #artistsofinstagram #woodworker #woodworkersofinstagram #woodwokersofig #womanwoodworker #maker #makersofig #makersofinstagram #sketch #designer #winddown #relax
How do y’all handle power outages? Wednesday we How do y’all handle power outages? Wednesday we lost power for about 14 hours- it’s always a tough time of year with storms that can do a lot of damage here in South Texas. Thankfully- I have this sweet EGO NEXUS- a 3000 Watt Portable Generator. This time around it saves us from losing the entire fridge full of food! We used the EGO inverter to power smaller things, like charging my cell phone and then the Router to maintain access to the internet to track the storms. It’s a killer way to put the EGO batteries to use too! Do y’all keep portable generators around for emergencies? * * *also- shout out to my @skilpowertools and @Kobalt portable lights! They were well loved during this outage! * * @egopowerplus #ego #egopowerplus #portable #generator #portablegenerator #tools #toolsofthetrade #powerbeyondbelief #opeoutdoor #emergency #camping #texas #powertools #emergency #emergencypreparedness #maker #makersofig #garage #shop #woodworker #storms #texas #texasblogger
It’s Thursday- so let’s throw it back to one o It’s Thursday- so let’s throw it back to one of my favorite projects- ever! This dining table was one of those- I have this idea in my head and I know it can come alive if I push for it- sure enough, it did! We still use this table today and it’s held up beautifully! * * Finished with @generalfinishes High Performance and a custom stain. * * * #throwback #diningtable #tables #home #homestyle #farmhouse #herringbone #design #hgtv #modernfarmhouse #maker #makersofig #makersofinstagram #woodworker #woodworkersofig #woodworkersofinstagram #carpentry #carpenther #womanwoodworker #wood #custommade #custom #tbt #throwback #bigbuild #diy #buildit
Starting a new project today- the soon the be Outs Starting a new project today- the soon the be Outside Bar! Super eager for the @newairusa Wine Fridge to have its home! Do y’all dig the idea for an outdoor bar? * The first step was breaking down some 2X4’s for the framing- used my favorite Miter Saw- the @skilsawstaytrue WormDrive Miter Saw! This has been an ace since I set it up on the @bora_tool PortaMate and I don’t find myself missing the full Miter Saw Station like I thought I would! Plus- always repping the @crescent_tool Shockforce NiteEye Tapes! * * * #boratools #skilsaw #wormdrive #mitersaw #measure #outdoorfridge #bar #outdoorbar #barbuild #tools #toolsofthetrade #maker #makersofig #makersofinatagram #woodwork #woodworker #woodworkersofig #woodworkersofinstagram #miterstation #portamate #womanwoodworker #project #outdoor #crescenttools #crescent2020
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