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Food writer Jack Monroe transforms old shed into DIY kitchen in just 48 hours
Cooking on a Bootstrap author, Jack Monroe, has transformed her neglected garden shed into a genius DIY kitchen during lockdown.
The cook and food writer shared impressive before-and-after pictures of her new TV studio with fans on Instagram and Twitter, explaining that it was one of the most 'radical acts of self-care' she has ever done.
Jack cleverly completed the DIY transformation on a shoestring budget in just 48 hours, using unwanted items found around her home and garden, explaining that she had spent less than £60, mostly on paint and glue.
Most recently, Jack has been filming for BBC's Daily Kitchen Live, but her new venture will see her cook for sheer joy — and teach viewers how to use up kitchen cupboard essentials.
The DIY kitchen studio will be used to film her new lockdown show, Jack Monroe's Camp Kitchen. 'There will be videos: I'm doing a series I've provisionally titled Jack Monroe's Camp Kitchen, but I'm not putting myself under any pressure to deliver it by a set date or whatever,' explained Jack. 'I'm just gently learning to like myself again.'
A post shared by Jack Monroe (@jack_monroe) on Apr 29, 2020 at 3:03pm PDT
A post shared by Jack Monroe (@jack_monroe) on Apr 27, 2020 at 1:10pm PDT
Speaking about the new shedio, Jack said 'cooking in a converted rotten shed is quite possibly the happiest and most relaxed I've been in a long time', adding: 'I can't recall being this genuinely comfortable and happy for a very long time. Going to be hanging out in here a lot, getting to know what makes me happy when I'm all by myself alone with nothing to prove.'
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48 hours. Much of this is that recycled daybed, and stuff from skips/old rentals that i'd stashed in the garage for a rainy day, repurposed Xmas decs, etc. Spent less than £60 so far, mostly on paint and glue. Not finished yet but couldn't resist a progress shot... pic.twitter.com/FcHLpNbP3A— Jack Monroe (@BootstrapCook) April 27, 2020
Though there's still some work to be done, as Jack mentioned on Twitter: 'Deffo need to paint the exterior of the #jackmonroescampkitchen ... Just can't decide what colour.'
Jack's not the only one who has been turning to DIY during lockdown. Stacey Solomon has been busy transforming old household objects into practical garden accessories. The Loose Women panellist impressed her followers with budget-friendly ways to upcycle items, including a plant herb stand and watering can light.
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