MAKE SPACE with Cara Newhart

Pushing past FEAR to use power tools + create a home you legit love

MAKE SPACE with Cara Newhart

Show Notes

If you're scared to pick up power tools or tackle a home renovation project, this one's for you. Cara uncovers how fear can be holding you back from taking charge of creating the home of your dreams and shares her story of going from scared to use a saw to a bada** diy queen tackling epic home renovation projects. She shares a practical approach for overcoming fear when taking on projects in your home or learning to use tools including tips for getting the knowledge you need, growing you confidence, and feeling supported to make changes in your home. This episode is POWERFUL if you've felt stuck not knowing what to do next and not feeling like you're ____ enough to create a home you're for real obsessed with.

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