Welcome!
Feel Confident Doing It.
Hands-on DIY support and workshops that help women take charge of their homes — tools in hand.
Meet Tammy Watson, founder of Canadian Handywoman, featured in Cottage Life Magazine, proud winner of Frontenac County’s Women-Led Business of the Year Award, and the StartUp Canada’s National Pitch Competition, Tammy helps women+ build confidence with tools, tackle home repairs, and take charge of their own space — without judgment, pressure, or “you should already know this” vibes.
Through her DIY Coaching and DIY Like a Girl workshops, Tammy gives you hands-on, step-by-step support to learn real skills — from patching drywall and using power tools to completing small projects and feeling capable every step of the way.
Serving Southeastern Ontario, Canadian Handywoman also offers dependable training, guidence, home and office maintenance, small repairs, furniture assembly, To-Do List support, and small builds — all delivered with Tammy’s calm, practical expertise.
Whether you’re ready to learn how or just want it done right, you’ll find the support, encouragement, and confidence you’ve been looking for — right here.
Because Sometimes,
You Just Need a Handywoman.
You don’t need to know it all — you just need the right guide. Whether you’re learning, fixing, or finally crossing that project off your list, I’ll help you do it with confidence.
Hey! I'm Tammy
Your Trusted Handywoman
I believe in helping women feel confident, comfortable, and in control of their homes, offices, and lives—whether that’s by getting tasks done for you or teaching you how to do it yourself.
Life can get busy, and it’s easy for those small jobs around the home or office to pile up. I offer friendly, reliable services to take care of all those nagging to-do list items, keep your property in check, and even teach you new skills through empowering, hands-on workshops. Think of me as the extra hand you’ve been looking for—here to make your life easier and your home more comfortable.
Services Designed to Help You Feel
Confident and Stress-Free
Whether you want to learn to do it yourself, cross tasks off your to-do list or feel more in control of your home, I’ve got a service that’s right for you.
DIY Coaching
For the hands-on client who wants to learn with your support.
I offer DIY Coaching — you pick whether you want to learn tools, wood, or repairs, and we work through it together. It’s hands-on, step-by-step, and tailored to your project.
Options Include:
- Tool Basics
- Woodworking Basics
- Home Repair Basics
- Build a Project
- Confidence Builder
Home or Office Maintenance & Repairs
For folks looking to get small jobs done for them.
Helping busy professional women with home and work space repairs, small builds, maintenance tasks, and creative storage solutions to make the most of their space.
Includes Done For You or Done With You options:
- To Do List
- Furniture Assembly
- Small Builds
New Homeowner Support
For first-time homeowners or recent movers who don’t know what they don’t know yet.
Includes:
- Home Interpretation Service
- First Time Buyer Coaching
- Cottage Orientation Service
DIY Like A Girl Workshops
A hands-on, small group, deep-dive workshop where women learn the practical DIY skills they need to feel confident and in control of their home..
Includes:
- Tool Basics
- Home Repair and Maintenance Projects
- DIY Builds
Decision Clarity Session (45 Minutes)
A focused video call to help you move a home project forward — without second-guessing yourself.
You’ve watched the videos. You’ve got the tools (or know which ones you want). But you’re stuck asking:
- Is this something I can safely do myself?
- What fastener or anchor do I actually need?
- Am I about to make an expensive mistake?
The Decision Clarity Session is a 45-minute video call where we talk through your project, your space, and your questions — calmly and practically. No jargon. No judgement. Just clear answers and a solid plan.
What You’ll Get
- Project priority check — what to do now vs later
- Tool & material clarity — buy the right thing the first time
- Safety gut-check — know what’s DIY-safe and what’s not
- Clear next step — so you can move forward with confidence
$89 | 45 minutes | Video call
Why Choose Canadian Handywoman?
Because I’m a Fixer! I’m Your Reliable Handywoman for Peace of Mind and Empowerment.
When you work with Canadian Handywoman, you’re choosing someone who cares about your home just as much as you do.
Experienced & Trustworthy: With years of experience, I’ve built a reputation for reliability and care.
Client-Centred Approach: I listen to your needs and make sure the job is done right the first time.
Empowering You: Through workshops and consultations, I help you feel more in control of your home.