diy with the johos

Hello! We’re Lisa and Mark, a couple that love a good DIY. From hunting vintage decor to crafting to full bathroom renos. There's something for everyone! We share the real-life (and often messy) process of creating a custom space. (Just ask our cats 🐾)

Every Saturday we bring you the "Creative vs. Muscle" dynamic: Lisa’s quirky design eye meets Mark’s "he can build anything" skills. Expect honest lessons, occasional crafts and almost always a lot of sawdust.

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diy with the johos

Out latest video is up, hope everyone is having a great weekend!

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In our last project, we built new wall shelves, and before that, a custom window valance run for the cats. Today, we’re bridging the gap!
​We extended the overhead cat run completely across the room—running right over the TV and connecting directly into our new shelving. 🪵✨
​The new video is live NOW on the channel! Come check out the full build and see how the cats handled their first official test run.
​🎬 Watch here:

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

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COZY NEW VIDEO DAY!

Coffee in hand, soup on the stove, and new shelves to style. ☕️🍲
Come hang out to see how we filled the custom wooden shelves Mark and I built together! Loving the warm, layered textures in this corner now. 🤎✨
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2 weeks ago | [YT] | 0

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New video is up! The shed's metal roof is finished, come have a watch. 👀

https://youtu.be/4HHq9R8X6B0?si=dEzjy...

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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Who else is ready for some fall decorating? Our new video is up, hope you all enjoy!

1 month ago | [YT] | 0

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Hey all! Hope everyone is having a fantastic weekend!
We have a new video up. Lisa's parents needed a railing for their garage stairs. Mark got to it and bulit this sturdy and safe railing for them. He walks you though the process.
Have a watch, and we hope it helps anyone looking to do the same!

Cheers!

2 months ago | [YT] | 0

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The first weekend of June means it is officially time to get our hands in the dirt! 🌿✨
​In today’s new video, we’re taking you along for a cozy porch reset and sharing how we plan out our summer greenery using purely yard-sale and thrifted vessels. Breaking out the drill to tackle a major plant-parent problem, and upcycling some old decor with a fresh coat of paint.

​The video is live now!

Before you watch, let us know in the poll below:
What is your backyard or balcony style? 👇
​Poll Options:
​🌿 Bright & modern oasis
​🌸 Colorful & cottage-core
​🪵 Cozy, rustic, & wooded
​🏗️ Minimalist & structural

4 months ago | [YT] | 0

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​If you need a collective sigh of relief from a busy week, turn your volume up, grab a warm drink, and come escape to the water with us.


​📺 Watch the full, peaceful video here: https://youtu.be/O3ZGUEYtQeA?si=SokQL...

5 months ago | [YT] | 0

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They say "they don't build them like they used to," and after walking the streets of Old Québec, we have to agree! 🏛️✨
​We spent most of our trip with our heads tilted up, looking at the incredible masonry and the way these historic buildings play with light. Not to mention the amazing interiors of the buildings. As DIYers, we are constantly looking for ways to add "soul" to our modern home, and this city is a masterclass in exactly that.

6 months ago | [YT] | 0

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The "Mug Wall" is officially finished and live on the channel! ☕️✨
Mark and I are so excited to finally check this off our kitchen makeover list.
​We decided to ditch some of the traditional upper cabinets for something more Bright Modern and curated. But we have to know... are you Team "Hide it in a cabinet" or Team "Display it on a wall"?

Video link in comments ☕️

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