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Home Renovation: Does Your House Have Good Bones? Nov 26, 2019

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You’re finally ready to buy that fixer upper or pull the trigger on a big renovation-now comes the hard part: figuring out how to tackle it. Whether you’re in for a gut renovation or just a major facelift, there’s a lot more to renovating a property than you might think.

Today we’re talking to a renovation powerhouse Mina Starsiak, who's going to share some very common mistakes, so we don’t have to make them!

With the limited TV series A Very Brady Renovation becoming an instant hit, the competition show Rock the Block, and her own show Good Bones which is a cult favorite- it’s impossible to turn on HGTV without seeing Mina Starsiak Hawkworking hard to transform homes.

She's been remodeling and selling homes for years with her mom, Karen E. Laine-and is the co-founder and owner of Two Chicks and a Hammer, an Indianapolis-based home renovation business, with a mission to revitalize their favorite neighborhoods one house at a time.

Mina is an absolute wealth of knowledge, and we’re honored to learn from her today.

By the end of this class you’ll have a checklist for determining if a home has good bones, some pointers for avoiding common DIY fails, and some kick-ass motivation for tackling the good, the bad and the ugly of home renovation.

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MINA'S SITE: https://www.2chicksandahammer.com

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Study Hall: Tiny House Living Nov 21, 2019

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POP QUIZ QUESTIONS:

What was John's definition of living tiny?
What does John suggest people do before taking the leap?
What percentage of tiny houses on his show are mobile?
What is the main advantage of building a tiny home on a trailer as opposed to on the ground?

ANSWERS:

An efficient house- it has everything you need and nothing you don't.
Establish your "why"?
90 percent.
It's mobile, you don't have to own the land for it, it's usually more cost effective.

HOMEWORK REVIEW!

Everybody has that “one room”, the catch all. Confront that room and get that space back! Make it efficient.
Just go in and START! Get rid of the 20 percent of stuff you know you don’t want- and start from there!

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HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

JOHN WEISBARTH'S SITE: https://johnweisbarth.com

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Tiny House Living Nov 19, 2019

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When the hustle of daily life and endless expenses seem never-ending, many people dream of moving into a smaller home to have a bigger life. This is why for some, the tiny house movement has become a way of life, adjusting to a smaller space and fewer possessions, with a goal of saving money and focusing on living a more present, stress-free life.

Today we’re going to break down the nuts and bolts of tiny house living, with a man who’s stood beside countless people as they brought their small home dreams to fruition.

With nearly two decades of live television experience and 7 regional Emmy Awards to his name, John Weisbarth brings his high energy and award winning style to every project he touches. More recently, John has shown his versatility as the host of Tiny House Nation on A&E and Netflix by helping families prepare for the extreme downsizing it takes to live in less then 500 square feet.

By the end of this class you’ll have an understanding of the financial, emotional and environmental benefits of tiny home living- and insight into the construction process.

HOME SCHOOL’D COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/homeschooldpodcast

HOME SCHOOL’D INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooldpodcast/

HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

JOHN WEISBARTH'S SITE: https://johnweisbarth.com

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Study Hall: Designing with Intention Nov 12, 2019

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POP QUIZ QUESTIONS:

What are Ashley's takeaways from living in a tiny home?
What are some ways to get your kids involved?
What did Ashley encourage everyone to do in terms of DIY?

ANSWERS:

Allowed her to slow down and evaluate things + dial in her talent for designing with intention.
Find small jobs the kids can do, buy them tool belts, make them feel needed.
Paint! Easy to change and makes a huge impact.
There are great security options through AirBnb- take advantage of them!

HOMEWORK REVIEW!

Walk around your home and find 5 things you love!

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HOME SCHOOL’D INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooldpodcast/

HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

ASHLEY PETRONE'S SITE: https://www.arrowsandbow.com

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Interior Design: Designing with Intention Nov 12, 2019

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A house that’s been decorated with intention always inspires you to stay a bit longer. You know- those types of homes that just feel warm, and authentic and a true extension of the people who live there? Today’s guest Ashley Petrone, has that kind of home- and if you’ve ever entered her feed, you know it’s real hard to leave.

Ashley was a stay at home mom who had a creative side waiting to be unleashed. She started a blog and instagram page after being encouraged to do so by friends, and her whole life changed. In April 2017, her family sold their 5 bedroom home, bought 2.2 acres of land to build a house on, and moved into a 180 sqft. trailer on their land.. Ashley designed the trailer and her husband renovated it- resulting in images that made them an instagram cult favorite. Their love of trailer life grew, spurring a business, renovating trailers and airstreams for others.

On her popular blog, Arrows and Bow, Ashley shares her journey of renovating, living tiny, and encouraging those around her to find joy in the in-between.

By the end of this class you’ll know the ins and outs of living in a tiny home, have tips for designing with intention and have some money saving DIY hacks in your arsenal.

HOME SCHOOL’D COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/homeschooldpodcast

HOME SCHOOL’D INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooldpodcast/

HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

ASHLEY PETRONE'S SITE: https://www.arrowsandbow.com

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Study Hall: Small Home Changes That Make A Big Impact Nov 05, 2019

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POP QUIZ QUESTIONS:

What is phantom energy draw and what are some examples?
What does Ashlee say everyone should ditch in the kitchen?
Where are some good places to donate items to keep them out of the landfill?
What is something she taught you about recycling that surprised you?

ANSWERS:

Energy drawn from things that are always plugged in. Cable boxes, toasters & appliances are examples. Use a power strip and turn it off and on.
Paper towels!
Facebook marketplace, Craigslist, a facility that could use them, sharing libraries.
Small pieces of paper can not be recycled.

HOMEWORK REVIEW!

Look at the trash you create and identify where it’s coming from. Study your own habits and make some tweaks.
Eat less meat. Enjoy a meatless meal…or 2, or 3!

HOME SCHOOL’D COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/homeschooldpodcast

HOME SCHOOL’D INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooldpodcast/

HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

ASHLEE PIPER'S SITE: http://www.ashleepiper.com

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Eco-Sustainability: Small Home Changes That Make A Big Impact Nov 05, 2019

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Saving the earth may seem like a hopeless situation—best left to lawmakers and politicians, but there is great power in individual choices- many made from the comfort of your home.

Today’s instructor Ashlee Piper is going to teach us changes we can make right away, to make our homes a more eco-friendly place.

Ashlee is a political strategist turned vegan and eco-lifestyle expert, writer, and TV personality whose work has been featured in and on GLAMOUR, Refinery29, Apartment Therapy, Design*Sponge, Women's Health and ABC News just to name a few.

In June 2018 she literally wrote the book book on stylish, sustainable living, titled: Give a Sh*t: Do Good. Live Better. Save the Planet.

By the end of this class you’ll know the dos and don’t of recycling, have a greater knowledge of some great eco friendly technology and have action steps for building out your space more consciously.

HOME SCHOOL’D COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/homeschooldpodcast

HOME SCHOOL’D INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooldpodcast/

HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

ASHLEE PIPER'S SITE: http://www.ashleepiper.com

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Study Hall: Cheap Old Houses Oct 29, 2019

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POP QUIZ QUESTIONS:

Where does Elizabeth find the houses she posts?
What are some of the risks you may incur when buying an old house?
What are some of the pros of buying a cheap old house?
Which markets did she mention?

ANSWERS:

Some from her preservation resources and a lot from the community/followers.
Lead paint, water and mold.
The value of doing something with your hands, the character elements, elevating your community, breathing new life into an old home.
The rust belt, the south and the midwest.

HOMEWORK REVIEW!

Submit a cheap old house! Also, learn to do something in your home!

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HOME SCHOOL’D INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooldpodcast/

HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

CHEAP OLD HOUSES: https://www.instagram.com/cheapoldhouses

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Historic Preservation: Cheap Old Houses Oct 29, 2019

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Buying an old home that needs work can be intimidating, especially for those of us whose only knowledge of fixer uppers comes from Chip and Joanna!

But there’s a special set of home buyers that can see all the beauty and potential in older houses. What some view as eyesores, they see as charm—four walls full of history that can't be duplicated.

Today’s instructor, Elizabeth Finkelstein is one of those people. Born in an 1850s Greek Revival home that was lovingly restored by her parents, Elizabeth’s love for crown molding and decorative ironwork runs in her gene pool.

After high school, she left the quiet of the countryside to entrench herself in New York’s great history and architecture. While there, she earned a Masters in Historic Preservation and spent years working in the field of professional preservation advocacy.

A licensed tour guide, professor and architectural historian, Elizabeth is also Country Living Magazine‘s official real estate columnist. Through @circahouses and @cheapoldhouses, Elizabeth is proud to maintain two of the most popular Instagram feeds devoted specifically to historical homes for sale.

The wildly popular, viral feed @cheapoldhouses has been featured in New York Magazine, The Financial Times, Money Magazine, Buzzfeed and numerous other influential publications- and we are BEYOND excited to learn from her today.

By the end of this class you’ll have some inside tips for the best housing markets, an understanding of the risk and reward associated with buying an old home and what to look for before signing on the dotted line.

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HOME SCHOOL’D INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooldpodcast/

HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

CHEAP OLD HOUSES: https://www.instagram.com/cheapoldhouses

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

Study Hall: Finding, Framing & Hanging Art Oct 22, 2019

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POP QUIZ QUESTIONS:

What are some alternatives to framing?
What should you look for when starting out with frames?
What height should you hang your art at?
What type of canvas did Kent recommend for process art?
Kent recommends using these products for keeping art in place.

ANSWERS:

All art doesn’t need to be framed. Binder clips, gallery walls, mounting things on boards. Different options to make it easy to swap out art.
A consistent look/color. Kent likes using gold.
The middle of the piece should be at 57 inches up the wall.
Canvas, a roll of tar paper or a sheet of MDF.
Command strips, looped tape or furniture bumpers.

HOMEWORK REVIEW!

Stand in the middle of the biggest place in your home and spin around, and see if it’s all at the same height. Hang everything with a center mark of 57 inches.

As promised, here’s the process art account Tracy mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/mericherryla

If you’re ready to test your knowledge in less than 10 minutes, press play right now!

HOME SCHOOL’D COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/homeschooldpodcast

HOME SCHOOL’D INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/homeschooldpodcast/

HOME SCHOOL’D BLOG + SHOWNOTES: https://homeschooldpodcast.com

AARON MASSEY’S SITE: https://www.mrfixitdiy.com

TRACY PENDERGAST’S SITE: https://hey-tracy.com

KENT'S SITE: https://experience.kentyoungstrom.com