The push lights in the sconces...genius!

I watched all of your weekender series, binged watched them with no guilt whatsoever. Really hope you'll continue sharing new videos, you make me regret not choosing Home Economics (culinary) over Design and Tech in school.

I love how she preempts us with her background in English major before she explains why it's absolutely justified for her to spray paint her books. 😭🙏🏼 Monica you're so smart and creative.

Monica, im feeling your transparency - like your home isnt magnificently styled and "perfect" (not that it isnt beautiful)! But you meet us right where most of our homes are while giving us groovy projects to enhance our spaces. And they are functional!

Oh and it could be fun to assign a different paint color to each genre of book

I love the spray painted books. I had a house fire and my books have damage and i have been racking my brain for ideas to save them. I think spray paint is the answer. Thanks Monica!

That whole geometry/geography thing was hilarious 😂😂 This whole space came out amazing, like always!

MONICA!!! I've missed you! Need more Monica videos and less sad news.

I would love to see a multipurpose space! Most importantly dining room/ homework office area. We’ve tried to add a desk to their rooms (the kids) but the whole family always ends up in the kitchen/dining area anyways and I would love to see how it can be functional and stylish without the cluttered look lol

What an awesome idea! my sister is talking about a reading book in her room and this gave me great ideas for her. I love home Decor and wanted to do it for a career but of necessity became a care provider. I still love it and do it when I can.

So glad your back!!!! Love this project! Love the “wallpaper”

You think so much out of the box that 90 per cent of the time I find me asking myself, what is she doing?! And then in the end everything come up together really cohesive. But Monica, that mirror?? Like wow. For however is interesting, I have a DIY channel as well, who wants to pass by is more than welcome. Much much love.

Is The Weekender ever coming back?! Please say yes!!🙏

I am a hoarder of books especially now that everything is going to ebooks. Ebooks are not good for chronic migraines. I love the idea of making them more colorful! And that it doesn’t ruin them is inspiring. Thank you.

You are so talented and very funny! Thank for all the great ideas on how to make a house a home. God has blessed you with an awesome gift. I'm so glad you saw the your life going a different direction so that we could all be a part of the blessing.

I have become obsessed with these series! Our new home is definitely a "Lowe's" house. Almost every part of our reno has been from Lowe's.

I really liked it beautiful as always 😘❤️. One small note : i wish the book shelves were a bit more far from the corner so as one can rest their back and to the wall in the corner, it would be more relaxing to me if i would diy this in my room. Thanks for your ideas, they're inspiring. 👌

I really love the lighting idea. Perfect and will be using this one. Also, those crates on the floor would be perfect for books! Great tips on hanging wall shelves! Will be using this idea as well. Thanks for sharing!

🤓 Monica gave a heads up and I'm still mind blown. The books are Beautiful!! No beef here; I loooooove it. I think the kiddos may love this idea more than me.

Looks awesome. I bet your home is like a showroom in every corner.

The mirror looks pretty cool

The tap light in the sconces is a great idea for apartments! I love it. Now I can add pretty lighting over my night stand.

I have a unique project I am thinking through. So I will be using a Tuff Shed to make an outdoor office space for myself. The tricky part is I am an actor. I am figuring out a way to have a voice over area (as sound proofed as possible) and also a small area to put down a portable dance floor for tap practice. Both those things on top of having a space that I would want to be in for hours and would help spark creativity. Its a thinker.

This was the video I had to stick in front of my husband and say that, "We can do this!" I would like to make an artist table and have this corner by my windows. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your uplifting and super creative tutorials.

Just have to tell you how much I love your work, personality and your videos!! Makes me super happy! Surprise us with more of your creativity

I love that nook, I read about 5 books a week , would be more if people would let me :) I just would have eliminated the bottom shelf so that you can lean back against that wall. Love it :)

My wife just finished her Masters in Library Science and we’re making an in home library. This is such an awesome addition!! Thank you!! Any ideas for adding lighting to a room without using 30 lamps? 😂

You are so talented, no need to justify your decisions to do what you do. Cos I have watched every episode of the Weekender and you are so creative & smart. Your kids are sòoooooo lucky to have you as a fun mum. Looking forward to more episodes.

I love the buffalo check and the sconce tip!

OMG, the tap light idea just blew my mind. I am a Lowe'saholic and its awesome to know that i can find most of the materials there. Thanks so for having this channel.

Really appreciated seeing the daybed build. NIFTY!

Haha, I would LOVE to see Monica 3rd-wheel-it-up with Drew and Jonathan!

Totally unrelated, but I love her backyard. That space is huge!

How fun is that space?!?! Yayyyyyyy

I love how it all turned out. I couldn't see the separates but all put together, it's gorgeous! Oh! And I'm definitely going to use that tap light idea!

I love your cozy corner especially the wall sconces.

So excited to see this video pop up, I am binging my way through KZfaq DIYers and hands down your videos are my absolute favorites.

I would love to see how the books held up to the spray paint. Do the pages stick together?

Loved all of this! The wonderful rainbow on the shelves is so up my alley. And you got the geometry right when describing your career 180°! I adore Monica!

I am sooooo glad you are still working for Lowe's, Monica! Your videos are among my favorites, and we have completed so many of your ideas during this quarantine! Thank you!!!

I love the work you did and especially the wallpaper and the DIY bed. Of course, your transparency is admired!

"Hi, Friends!" OMG YES. Monica, Jonathan and Drew! Lowes! Make that happen please!

You totally rock! I love the rainbow of color you added to the books, and they are still readable! The Peel and Stick Wall Paper looks fantastic, I'll have to see if I can find that buffalo print. Thanks for another great DIY! ~Margie

I'm so happy to finally see Monica again!! I miss the Weekender. Can you bring it back or create a show a similar design show for her with a different title? She's truly awesome!

Oh Monica 😂 it's nice to me that a talented gal like yourself makes the same slip ups like the rest of us 💖

The Lights! What an awesome idea 💡

Out of all the episodes this is my favorite because you make a mistake like I do all the time. Then you claim to feel pride of being smart then nail the cheat board. Love it. !!!! It is nice to know that we all make mistakes.

Monica! So glad to see you start a new series. Really loved your last one!

Hi Monica. I like your style and wish to see more of wonderful work. I liked the bed with a space to keep shoes underneeth😘

Good to see you back, Monica!

I really thank God that I find you because being on a low budget I really need to start building my own things and you have been a blessing.

Yes for the tap light. Well thank you for that ❤❤❤

Monica, I'm glad you're back doing these DIY Lowe's projects! They are so relatable for people even, if you live in an apartment. I really enjoyed the wall sconces I was having a problem finding wireless sconces and your ideal helped me so I now have great choices. Thanks again 💙

Lighting idea is BRILLIANT! Thanks for another DYI masterpiece. Now if I can only come up with a great laundry room makeover. It’s all white, I’m thinking blue accent wall and Llama prints!

OMG! The book nook was my request! :) I love the end result and the stick on lights inside the sconces was GENIUS! I had also asked about a way to mount lights on the wall like that without running cables through my old plaster walls, and now I want to try that! I love the day bed also, and thank you for showing yourself nailing the cheater block. I once had several fence posts for a 65" fence cut for me at the lumber yard to 56". The spray-painted books look very nice, although it did make my teeth itch a bit. I'm glad they are still readable. Fun fact - people actually sell old hardcover books on Etsy for decor, that they curate as to the color of the book (no dustjackets). So that would be an option for anyone reluctant to use paint. Anyway, thank you so much for another video! I can't believe you were an English teacher! That's so cool! What's your favorite book?

Its always great to see you Monica and your designes...Monica is one of the bes😁😁😁Great video

I'm late to the game on this channel but I LOVE what you're doing Monika 😉 The wall sconce hack is exactly what I need for the cottage We are off grid and don't have solar yet!! Thanks again

See a new video notification from Lowe’s! I literally did a happy dance!! Your energy and excitement is so contagious

I loved The Weekender and hope you do more episodes. These little spots are awesome as well. Love that you decorate for the average person that doesn't have $50,000 to spend. Many of us have a limited budget and a limited skill set. You inspire us! Thanks so much!

Yay!! I missed Monica

Good job Monica! The reading nook looks really good.

Another gem from Monica.

That was so fun and easy. I will be applying the idea of painting my shelf brackets same color as my wall.

We love Monica! Please come pick any room in my new house for a weekender haha

A) The tap light thing is GENIUS. I think you might be also able to use a battery operated bulb perhaps? but B) I too used to be an english teacher (kinda still am) and am now getting into all things DIY. I am so inspired by your journey!

I absolutely love the day bed idea!

You're such an inspirational lady, I'm obsessed with watching your videos. Keep glowing , God bless you !!! ❤❤❤😍😍

I love the book painting idea! I've seen other ideas of covering the book, but this seems the quickest. I also like another comment here about painting them by genre. Not only would that help to remember which book is which without having to pull them off the shelf, it adds a little fun! "What do I feel like reading today...pink!"

Monica, you are such an inspiration! I love your vibrant personality, your creativity and your self-confidence thank you for sharing all your tips

I'm watching Drew Barrymore and this is something I want for myself. Yours is lovely.

Space is amazing, of course. I appreciate the time you took to EXPLAIN ... HOW to do the projects. Keep up the great, creative work!!!

I love it so pretty and cozy lamp idea so creative you are so talented love to binge watch your show

You, Monica, are my latest obsession!!! Love 💓 your inspiration!

You're happy to be back on this channel... We are overwhelmed with joy, you're back. Idk should I watch on 1.5 times speed to faster see your awsome solutions or to 0.25timea speed, so it won't end so fast😏😂🤣 decisions decisions 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️ anyways... Happy to watch you. Love every diy 👍❤️

I'll admit I was definitely going to say something about painting the books but actually I like it as a way to keep particular sentimental books looking different (so long as they're still readable long term). Super fun final result.

Wow, Monica Love it, Thanks for the inspo!

I love this home makeover

Absolutely love this idea, turned out so mice

I have been wanting to do a reading corner in our guest room for over a year but had no idea how to do it. Thank you SO much for the inspiration!!!

Monica, you are really an amazing diy Guru. I love all of your projects. It is very relatable.

I never like the backwards books. This does look cute but I wouldn't do it. The spines look better in my opinion. It is a cozy looking space, and your familiar face is welcome. Thank you for sharing some ideas.

I audibly gasped when I saw her sprat paint the books, but I like the result!

Love this! Maximum cozy!

I would love your take on shelving on a curved wall. I have no idea what to do with my circular library nook. Also I binged all your videos and I'm in love!! You are such an empowering model for women to build!

I love these ideas! I have been marathon-watching your episodes from over the years getting great ideas! You are really creative!

I really love it. I now have the idea how i can transform my father's nook. now that he barely walk, he wants to be at that side of our house. I hope i can transform that corner for him. I'm so excited to start this project. So inspired by your creativity. God bless to you and yur family. :)

Hooray, you're back for REAL! Love the book nook, that is such a great idea. A daybed is cozy comfy if one has the space. You could use the same idea in a corner of your bedroom with a chair and foot stool combo and a bookcase. I don't have power tools so I wouldn't be able to install shelves like you do, I would use a bookcase. I draw the line on painting my beloved books, though, GASP! My books keep their dust covers on and they are shelved spines out so I can see the titles and authors. When I downsized to my retirement small ranch house, I went from seven to two bookshelves in my den/library/office, and there is a small bookshelf that serves as a bedside table in the guest room. There is a built-in shelving unit in the living room and that's filled with books, too. I still have a couple of boxes of books in storage in the basement and no place to put them, but I can't bear to part with them. I don't understand putting a book on a shelf with the pages sticking out instead of the spine showing outward that has the title and author on it, so you can find JUST what you're looking for. I'm a librarian at heart, I think.

Loved it! I would have painted the crates the dark green (a total fan of that color) and used them as book shelves. I have a lot of books and never enough bookshelves. Love your channel!

That's okay, Monica. Nothing like 'mombrain'... keeps us on our toes! lol 😁

These are great, thank you! I would love to see you transform an under the stairs storage area into something. That area is usually so awkward. Or transform a room into an indoor playroom with slide and fort. I have been seeing those on Pinterest and would love to see you do it.

I love this woman !!! Regards from Guatemala.

Love this idea!!!! i love to read also AND my adult daughter has moved back home. Her room is our "library". Maybe we can make it a dual purpose room with these ideas!!!

My daughter is going to flip when I tell her that Lowe’s has that peel and stick wall paper. It came out super cute.

Stunning!!!

Love this makeover and you!!!

Daybed for a small apartment living idea! Maybe add a back to the frame for back support and add big extra comfy pillows. I like that idea Monica. I am actually challenging myself to decorate my entire apartment without drilling holes in the wall as best as I possibly can. #nowallholeschallenge Also, I think I hear half of BookTube cry out in agony about you spray painting your books. Lol. An alternative could also be to make book cover sleeves so you can always mix up the colors you want with different book sizes. The possibilities are endless.

I just love this reading nook

Loved the makeover!!

Love you Monica... Thanks for inspiring us with your clever DIY :-)

Love the sconce idea!