Canadian Couple Builds Their DREAM Home with HANDTOOLS! (Tiny Log Cabin in the Forest, FULL BUILD)

2024 ж. 10 Мам.
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This Log Cabin Project is a dream that we have had for several years that we finally decided to make a reality. We have spent the past 2.5 years building this cabin from scratch and our goal has been to use only hand tools, no power tools. All of the logs were harvested from our property. This cabin will function fully off-grid and will be only accessible by foot. The cabin is finally in a state that we can live in, so we moved in and live here full time! There is still tons of work to be done on the cabin and on our property, so be sure to subscribe to follow our journey!
Playlist Building a Tiny Off-Grid Log Cabin Using Hand Tools: • Building a Tiny Off-Gr...
0:00:00 Felling and peeling trees
0:04:39 Foundation
0:07:13 Sill log
0:10:14 First layers of logs and floor joists
0:21:36 Raising walls, windows and door frames
0:31:07 2nd floor
0:36:10 Raising the ridge log
0:43:17 Roof rafters
0:49:55 Plywood sheathing
0:57:22 Roof membrane
1:02:54 Metal roofing
1:13:31 Ground floor insulation
1:16:56 Stone hearth
1:23:27 Gable end cladding and window installation
1:33:11 Chimney
1:42:10 Stone floor entryway
1:45:50 Windows and insulation
1:47:42 Front door
1:51:26 Pine board floors
1:58:06 Window framing and gutters
2:02:36 The porch
2:19:56 Mortar chinking
2:23:07 Final product

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  • Well guys. I’m from the U.K., I’m 60 years old and I’ve just sat and watched this 2.5hr building marathon and couldn’t stop watching. You both should be extremely proud of what you’ve achieved here. Even your parents and families should be proud too. Nobody since a long era ago have built houses with hand tools. I admire you both for your stamina and the duration this build must have taken. Give yourselves a big pat on the back. I look forward to seeing the day you hear the laughter of children too, enjoying the fruits of your hard labour. Well done again guys

    @juliejones7358@juliejones735810 ай бұрын
    • Ditto, I'm 61 from Northern Michigan. I do agree with you Julie, they should be very proud of their efforts and accomplishment. They remind me of "My Self Reliance", Shawn James' KZhead Channel. Truly amazing what a determined person can achieve, these people should be an inspiration to all of us.

      @hkguitar1984@hkguitar198410 ай бұрын
    • @@hkguitar1984 I'm 81 from Oregon. Very nicely done, kids. I agree with the reference to Shawn James, been watching him for years.

      @tinwizard6447@tinwizard644710 ай бұрын
    • @@tinwizard6447 👍😉

      @hkguitar1984@hkguitar198410 ай бұрын
    • I have to ask where did you learn this skill? Very impressed with your work, both of you. I live in Canada and always wanted to build a log cabin.

      @seanadamson257@seanadamson25710 ай бұрын
    • I’m 60 and also enjoyed watching your video, you guys are amazing

      @enchantedmountain5354@enchantedmountain535410 ай бұрын
  • I'm a retired 65 year old man and a master Carpenter, and I'm very impressed! Especially with hand tools and no power! I know talent and a gift when I see it! Unbelievable!

    @williamwylie2962@williamwylie29628 ай бұрын
    • I could not agree more. I was a roofer most my life and I was a carpenter for a while, but just a stick framer. I didn't even do the Punch-Out work. As a Master Carpenter you're doing precise stuff that requires craftsmanship and taking carpentry to an artistic level. Not just throwing a bunch of 2x4's together like me when I was framing. You know what you're talkin about my grandfather was a master carpenter too. So I know exactly what those two words entail. You're an master of your craft and an artisan and artist. Not just a construction worker.

      @tashunkawitco8484@tashunkawitco84847 ай бұрын
  • With hand tools, WOAH, I am going to sitdown and watch every second of this like an epic movie later on today!

    @DavidJohnson-dc8lu@DavidJohnson-dc8luАй бұрын
  • I also believe you two have cemented a bond between you that will last forever. I could not help thinking as I watched what a wonderful experience two young people could have together, to build the house together they will raise their family in and share their love for a life time. It is truly amazing and wonderful. Congratulations to you both.

    @jamesdennis5699@jamesdennis5699Ай бұрын
    • By the way, I am 76 and from Washington State USA. 😊😊😊❤

      @jamesdennis5699@jamesdennis5699Ай бұрын
    • перевод будет на русский или нет?

      @gennadijulanov6284@gennadijulanov628415 күн бұрын
  • Thank you for not putting loud useless music in your videos. It’s such a pleasure being able to hear the sounds of the Forest and the sound of your hand saw cutting into the wood. How quietly you work together your like a breath of fresh air. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us.

    @chriskilgour5576@chriskilgour55769 ай бұрын
    • Absolutely agree about not having intrusive, loud muzak in the videos. Let the sounds of nature reign!

      @charles11ification@charles11ification9 ай бұрын
    • And also, for not having an Intro.

      @TubeScrewed@TubeScrewed8 ай бұрын
    • Yes about no music, intros and such makes this vid a masterpiece in the YT genera.

      @mikezeestraten7000@mikezeestraten70008 ай бұрын
    • Меня тоже раздражает музыка в таких видео, а ребята молодцы, привет из России

      @user-ml7mb4zx2i@user-ml7mb4zx2i8 ай бұрын
    • Они рубят здоровые, живые деревья, не сухие, не упавшие, разве такое можно???

      @user-em6lg6kt3f@user-em6lg6kt3f8 ай бұрын
  • I am a retired builder, and I can say without a doubt, you both are master craftspersons. I am in awe of your skill and endurance. Very very well done, you both should be beyond proud. WOW

    @BigJim-zh9gr@BigJim-zh9gr10 ай бұрын
    • Well thank you so much! It means a lot coming from someone with such experience !! :)

      10 ай бұрын
    • @ What do you think? Are you a good enough person to enter into heaven? How many lies have u told before? Ever stolen? Ever lusted? Ever hated anyone? We have broken God's laws but Jesus has paid our fine!

      @clarkkent3730@clarkkent373010 ай бұрын
    • In today's day and age power tools are awesome specially cordless my hat is off to your patients😮 they have come so far with batteries small generators even like a Honda make short work I would not have judged you different either way awesome job and it's great to see how well you work together😊

      @chipmiller9074@chipmiller907410 ай бұрын
    • A very beautifull house. Excellent skills. If there are forrest fires I would make space around the house. To keep it safe. Greetings from Holland

      @bartvangorcum7445@bartvangorcum744510 ай бұрын
    • What a beautiful home you both built together. You should be so proud of this! So happy for you. Greetings from Newport, Minnesota USA! :)

      @judygallagher753@judygallagher75310 ай бұрын
  • You both for sure are soulmates, having persevered together the build of this scale. To top it off with just a few hand tools. You both are such an inspiration to many young talented people. God bless your marriage forever and ever!

    @mack7092@mack70924 ай бұрын
  • Your craftsmanship, your teamwork, your attention to detail, your creativity, etc, etc, etc, is incredible. It is such a blessing that you have documented this and shared it with your KZhead audience as well as family and friends. It is truly inspiring!

    @donpigg1875@donpigg18754 ай бұрын
    • What fantastic work, what rapport between you, the richness of detail and the care with which you did everything is very impressive, congratulations, it was an honor to watch every minute of this work of art. Congratulations to you both. Thanks for sharing. May God bless you greatly.

      @edifariajunior4360@edifariajunior43603 ай бұрын
    • They are both very skilled....I was truly in awe....very, very impressed

      @dennisa.brinck5988@dennisa.brinck59883 ай бұрын
  • I’m a 76 year old women, and I loved watching these two amazing young people, working so hard. And what a fabulous job they did. So far removed from the way cabins and houses are built today. It looks beautiful, you should both be very proud of your selves. Such hard work without power tools. 💪💪 Watching from Australia 🇦🇺🐨

    @wendyhannan2454@wendyhannan24549 ай бұрын
    • I am 24 year old man and I am jealous of you since you got to grow up in a very good era. I despise what the world is going towards. But these videos do give me some peace.

      @thenewmdzak@thenewmdzak9 ай бұрын
    • ​@@thenewmdzakI am 84years old and enjoyed every minute of your build

      @frederickporter2077@frederickporter20779 ай бұрын
    • I absolutely 100% agree,

      @NicolaMs007@NicolaMs0079 ай бұрын
    • Absolutely agree with you. BRILLIANT WORK!.

      @deborahhenderson149@deborahhenderson1497 ай бұрын
    • From north east of England . X

      @deborahhenderson149@deborahhenderson1497 ай бұрын
  • Absolutely fabulous to watch. Your house will last 100 years. Your grandchildren willl stand in awe of what you did

    @rboston33@rboston3310 ай бұрын
    • Too bad in today's world the grandchildren probably won't. Because they will be plugged into the system.

      @mikemchaney1003@mikemchaney100329 күн бұрын
  • You are both to be congratulated on your commitment and initiative in building your cabin. I am 77 and have worked with wood in one way or anther for many years. I have spent 2.5 hours of pure enjoyment watching the way you work together, sharing all the various tasks. I commend your tenacity. Obviously you have only shown a section of each task necessary, e.g. cutting down the trees and stripping off the bark, this in itself a major undertaking to provide all the timber necessary. Equally, I commend you on the quality of your videos, which in my opinion is of a professional standard. May you both enjoy many years of life together in this beautiful home that you have created.

    @peetahoward@peetahowardАй бұрын
  • Way to Go! It's so comforting to know there are younger people out there that get it. Thank you

    @davidwhipple2630@davidwhipple26304 ай бұрын
  • I don't know what impresses me more, the off grid build, the cinematography or the amiable way you two work together. Well done!!

    @dottiebaker6623@dottiebaker66236 ай бұрын
    • reality says there might have been one or two tiffs we never saw behind the scenes

      @Mutlap@Mutlap3 ай бұрын
  • My wife and I watch this together I've watched it twice now. I worked construction most of my life mostly as a roofer. But I have framed Carried hod, laid brick poured foundations, done a little bit of everything. I am really really impressed with the job you guys did as a team together. You did it the old school way. I am 55 and I remember having to hand nail no pneumatic nailers. But you guys did it the way the Pioneers would have done it. I know strong grown men that would have been whining and complaining the whole time. You have a beautiful home now. And those wonderful memories to always share together. A couple that can survive doing that together, you all will be able to survive whatever this world throws at you. Well-done, I tip my hat to you both.100%

    @tashunkawitco8484@tashunkawitco84849 ай бұрын
    • P😊😊 ji

      @michaelrooney5786@michaelrooney57866 ай бұрын
    • Memories, My old pals Velma And Shaggy did the same. I remember the custom painted van, my poor fashion sense ( I had a thing for ascots) and that old dog

      @DeadCat-42@DeadCat-425 ай бұрын
    • @@DeadCat-42 hopefully you got a Scooby Snack

      @tashunkawitco8484@tashunkawitco84845 ай бұрын
    • so, are you saying if Pioneers had power tools in their time, they wouldn't use them?

      @funtyes1970@funtyes19705 ай бұрын
    • @@funtyes1970 of course I'm not saying that they would most definitely use power tools if they had them back then anything to make the job easier I'm just saying it's cool the way they did it the old school way a lot of extra work a lot of extra time it was just calling unique I know when the church Notre Dame burned down over there in France they said that that was three generations of Masons and Carpenters that built that grandfather father and son worked on that church and the Craftsman don't exist today that can do that kind of Woodworking and masonry work because they were talking about restoring it but now there's no doubt if the people that founded this country add power tools they would most definitely be using them because time is money and anytime you can make a job easier that's what people are going to do

      @tashunkawitco8484@tashunkawitco84845 ай бұрын
  • It’s awesome to watch a couple work together as a team and build their dream

    @user-ui2is1mv3i@user-ui2is1mv3i4 ай бұрын
  • My dad and I stumbled onto this video while visiting him. We have been watching for 4 nights and are absolutely amazed at the precision this wonderful couple achieves. The tongue and groove is so perfect as well as everything you both do. Such a wonderful positive story everyone needs to watch.

    @ghd1959@ghd19595 ай бұрын
    • Hi

      @ThenThiGiang019@ThenThiGiang0193 ай бұрын
  • I was a carpenter and builder for years from ground to roof and everything in between. I am extremely impressed with this build not to mention that it was all with non electric hand tools. Outstanding job guys

    @backwoodsblades9280@backwoodsblades92806 ай бұрын
    • Toyta 0:40

      @wimwesterbaan6466@wimwesterbaan64666 ай бұрын
    • so, you are saying making a lot more work for yourself cuz of hand tools? and don't forget probably take 5 times longer to build it cuz of hand tools.

      @funtyes1970@funtyes19705 ай бұрын
  • My precious late husband and I built a screened in porch on our house many years ago.. the price quotes we got for someone else to build were outrageous, so we decided to do it ourselves! It’s not quite as impressive as this beautiful cabin you have built ✌️ But I still sit on this porch and am amazed that we made this… cherish each other, what you kids have is amazing ❤🥰

    @heather2493@heather24939 ай бұрын
    • This comment touched my heart. 💜

      @jazzyjess12@jazzyjess127 ай бұрын
  • I'm 65 and live in Montana USA. My husband and I did many building projects in our 20 years together, but never anything so grand as this! You two did an amazing job!! And sir, you are blessed to have a wife capable of dealing with heights. I could go up maybe ten feet on a ladder and that was about it. She is to be commended! Congratulations on a job very well done and may you enjoy your home for many decades to come!❤

    @wandacraig8286@wandacraig82864 ай бұрын
  • I've actually watched this a couple of times and I'm still in awe at the precision of the build even with hand tools. I don't know if either of you have a background in home design or building but this was very well done. And you sir have a wife worth her weight in gold to take on this venture with you. I was captivated at every moment of this build. Congratulations on your accomplishment.🎉🎉🎉

    @larryfoley971@larryfoley9713 ай бұрын
    • Why compliment him about her instead of complimenting her?

      @theUcane@theUcane3 ай бұрын
    • @@theUcane That was a compliment to both of them for they're hard work. I don't discriminate and leave someone out because of their sex.

      @larryfoley971@larryfoley9713 ай бұрын
  • I don't know what I would do without my table saw and chop saw, battery powered hand tools and so forth, more power to them creating a beautiful home by hand !

    @jameswulzen590@jameswulzen59010 ай бұрын
    • I think it shouldn't be hard really. I think nails are used most of the time for wood-based building. You don't need powered tools for that. But the rest yeah, impressive.

      @alexa.davronov1537@alexa.davronov153710 ай бұрын
  • Guys, this has to be the best vid on KZhead at the moment. It has everything. Vision, Hard graft. Skill. Inventivness. Attention to detail. Everything. What a project to embark upon!! And what a finished result!! I've got nothing but admiration for you both. Fantastic job. Very well done. Tony, from UK

    @tonyrhodes3087@tonyrhodes30874 ай бұрын
  • I am so impressed with the craftsmanship and dedication you two put into this build! The way you work so well together toward a common goal is so encouraging. God has truly blessed you. Please keep posting more content of the other projects around this cabin. I appreciate the authentic sounds of the forest and of the work...no music! And your camera work while you're working is spectacular! Nice job and thanks for the videos!!!

    @jdstewart4915@jdstewart49152 ай бұрын
  • You both look so young, yet you built an awesome house together. The young lady is such a good partner. You both deserve accolades, well, well done.

    @worshipGod001@worshipGod0018 ай бұрын
  • Your teamwork is a model for every couple. Your planning and quality of construction will doubtlessly enrich your own lives but also, if you raise a family, the lives of your children and your grandchildren long after you're gone. Blessings on you and them for sharing your experience with the rest of us and brightening our worlds.

    @kharakim@kharakim10 ай бұрын
    • Thank you so much for the kind words! We also think our future kids will have a great life here 😊

      10 ай бұрын
    • ​@BEAUTIFUL IN EVERY WAY 😊 THANK YOU .

      @doorkeeper4872@doorkeeper487210 ай бұрын
    • Absolutely ! Thank y’all for sharing this 👍May The Lord God Almighty be with you and Bless you. Y’all done a wonderful job ❤

      @patsyjenkins4053@patsyjenkins405310 ай бұрын
    • Чушь это все но все таки вы молодцы

      @user-pk2cs3cg6m@user-pk2cs3cg6m10 ай бұрын
    • Love your UNITY, God said let her be your HELPER. Well for me she more than a helper. She aquired all aspects of carpentry, masonry ect ect. She will be proud of him as a man, and visa versa, and of course their home. She has a legacy. May God keep HIS BLESSINGS and GRACE on them and family, I pray in Jesus name. HalleluYah Amen .🙏🏿❤️

      @humphreycrichlow3132@humphreycrichlow313210 ай бұрын
  • As a Canadian for 83 years I have to say you two are a fine example of the pioneer spirit. Congrats cmacshack

    @colinmacdonald8738@colinmacdonald87389 сағат бұрын
  • Well that was certainly very impressive! Well done you two. Thanks for sharing your project with us. What a beautiful cabin and home.

    @shadomane@shadomane3 ай бұрын
  • Very nice precision work with only basic hand tools. And I must say that the gal could outwork most men. This is just outstanding work from both of you. I am a 25 year carpenter and I’ve seen a lot of people who could not build this cabin ,this nice with power tools. Kudos to you both!

    @shawnhulke7385@shawnhulke73859 ай бұрын
    • 😀😄😁

      @Countrylifevloginchina@Countrylifevloginchina9 ай бұрын
  • I’ve noticed not only are you both hard working .. but the health benefits .. you not only built a log cabin but you guys put on some muscle mass .. what a transformation .😊

    @jonathanevansvo7@jonathanevansvo78 ай бұрын
  • Congrats on realizing your dream home! As a California-based junk removal business owner, I can't imagine how challenging it must be to construct a house off the grid. I watched your entire video documenting the building process, and it's truly impressive how you, as a couple, built this beautiful house. Your accomplishment is extraordinary, especially considering such projects typically involve a larger crew. Kudos to both of you for making my day with your remarkable achievement. Cheers!

    @Hauling--UJunkRemovalBusiness@Hauling--UJunkRemovalBusiness3 ай бұрын
    • An dnd with excellent precision fits and great waterproofing construction techniques'.

      @mickeydavenport4636@mickeydavenport46363 ай бұрын
  • absolutely amazing!! loved watching you two work together and progress in the building process! Thank you for not adding some cheesy background music through the whole thing too, it was nice hearing the peepers, crows and all the wild life. just not sure how you guys work so much together in silence! Thank you for th ewonderful video, look forward to checking out the rest!

    @kirkserbian4505@kirkserbian45054 ай бұрын
  • You two are spectacular! What a great husband and wife team. I'm impressed by both of you. Your wife is as tough as ever! What you built is stunning and is a hand crafted masterpiece. Congratulations! A job well done!

    @boonedog1457@boonedog145710 ай бұрын
    • Thank you so much!

      9 ай бұрын
  • I have been building for over 45 years, and I am speechless right now. What you two have accomplished is beyond words. I stumbled across this video by accident, and two and a half hours later I am humbled by what you guys did. You should be so proud of your accomplishment. 99% of todays couples would NEVER even try something like this. Great Job, what a story for your children and perhaps grandchildren someday...FANTASTIC WORK YOU TWO!!!!!

    @markhoffman-jh6ev@markhoffman-jh6ev7 ай бұрын
    • Make that 99.999% and it would be more like it.

      @JamesCouch777@JamesCouch7777 ай бұрын
    • That's the percentage I was thinking of!

      @sandrahorton2956@sandrahorton29565 ай бұрын
  • My husband and I cannot even put a shelf together without eyerolling (affectionately) and thinking each one knows best 😂 So for the two of you to work so harmoniously and cohesively on this huuuge project is nothing short of a marriage miracle. Well done you two ❤🎉

    @katmiryanova2443@katmiryanova24432 ай бұрын
  • Another here from the UK, and I too sat absorbed to the end! I can remember, long years ago, making wooden pallets and your video reminded me of how hugely satisfying it is, to cut wood to shape and to hammer home nails! Almost therapeutic! Your tenacity, patience and skill are the kind of things you can be so proud of. I kind of likened it to a sport, where every move, every decision, has to be precise. Thank you for sharing this, I thoroughly enjoyed it! 🛠🏚

    @mikejduk@mikejduk4 ай бұрын
  • I am 54 years old and been in the residential home building and repair for a long time. I respect this build cuz of choice not to use power tools. I don't know what experience you have but you have the smarts and more importantly the will it takes. The roof rafters will wick water through the wood. I hope you cover the cut ends with a good high quality finish since the roof decking and metal do not extend past the cut ends. I'm not trying to pick apart your build just want it to last a long time cuz you put alot into it. The dwelling will be a part of you I hope for life. I applaud the choice of tools especially in a day and age where people like to take short cuts and use power tools .I am sure you will know your home like he back of your hand. Good job. I commented to soon. I see the gutters now.

    @douglasreents6578@douglasreents65789 ай бұрын
    • Looks like clay basted capping on the end grain of the logs - should be effective in deterring checking and wicking.

      @gdasailor4634@gdasailor46349 ай бұрын
  • You should be very proud of yourselves and what you've accomplished. If your relationship survived this build then it should survive just about anything. Looking forward to future projects on the property.

    @bobflores@bobflores10 ай бұрын
    • We do believe you are right!! Thank you so much :)

      10 ай бұрын
    • Yes totally with them only using hand tools and not electric tools amazing craftsmanship that both of them are doing because people this age would not be doing this kind of work today and most people this age wouldn't be thing or doing this themselves they would pay someone else to do it for them these two here have amazing work ethic that most people doesn't have these days.

      @cloewilson68@cloewilson6810 ай бұрын
    • Amen!💪⚖️☝️☯️🔨☀️☸️📐🌎🕊🌲🇨🇦🌟💫

      @susanthursdays5008@susanthursdays500810 ай бұрын
    • 😮😮😮

      @surinderthapa4204@surinderthapa420410 ай бұрын
    • ​@Is Maela ambidextrous? If so. Does she struggle with left and right? Nice job

      @golfish8589@golfish858910 ай бұрын
  • I am in AWE of you guys ! Thank you so much ! You will never forget or regret this experience . You just must have to smile and think back on the build every time you come home !

    @MaxmumSpeed@MaxmumSpeed23 күн бұрын
  • Old school build by young adults. Very impressed. This is how kids used to be and should still be.

    @kmiller1341@kmiller13413 ай бұрын
  • My husband and I just watched this beautiful young couple building their dream home. You guys work so great together. I wish you a long and prosperous life in the woods of Canada.

    @user-nz2yd9gr5b@user-nz2yd9gr5b7 ай бұрын
    • Down to the smallest detail. Extraordinary work by this couple.

      @salvatoremesa630@salvatoremesa6306 ай бұрын
  • I’m 72 years old and have just watched one of my dreams come to fruition vicariously through you guys! Wonderful video and the appearance of soul mates at work. Keep the love and let us enjoy your ventures. From eastern Kentucky, bless you!!

    @larryjefferson2146@larryjefferson21466 ай бұрын
  • You two guys are amazing! I can't belief that your video doesn't have a billion watched by now. Everybody should see you guys in actions, amazing, just amazing. Thank you!

    @user-us2qe1dt2x@user-us2qe1dt2x4 ай бұрын
  • My wife and I just spent a couple of hours watching this truly amazing several seasons working on a project and we didn’t hear a single argument. Amazing.😊

    @voglerv@voglerv5 ай бұрын
    • One of my thoughts too!

      @adelaidesocki3595@adelaidesocki35952 ай бұрын
  • As I discovered your videos more than half way through your build I have not had the time to go back and view them all from the beginning. This look back at the entire build was perfect and I’m even more impressed with you both. Thank you.

    @MsMegil@MsMegil10 ай бұрын
    • That’s exactly why we made that video ahah glad it could bring you back to the beginnings :)

      10 ай бұрын
  • HGTV can’t complete with how satisfying watching you build this beautiful cabin! All while watching I was saying to myself, I wonder how much they would charge to make me a log cabin🤣. Your attention to detail did not go unnoticed! You should be proud of yourselves. Well done!

    @pauletteapril-criddell6346@pauletteapril-criddell63466 ай бұрын
    • Wow, thank you! Glad we're entertaining :)

      6 ай бұрын
  • I admire you using hand tools and taking on such an ambitious project. Not many could follow through. I've built a log home for someone as a recording studio here in Connecticut USA. The company was called "Real Log Homes" who produced the logs. I'm surprised you didn't use certain power tools even though you had power in your later videos. I've been binge watching yesterday and today. No one would of faulted you for using screw gun, and other power tools. You did use a sewing machine. Enjoy your home. Thomas Dutkiewicz, USA

    @alberteinstein9176@alberteinstein91765 ай бұрын
    • I just don't get it why only using hand tools make a lot more work like a lot more work for yourself. if was me I sure be using a chain saw

      @funtyes1970@funtyes19705 ай бұрын
  • I'm from Brazil and I'm delighted with this wooden construction! I was watching the entire video and delighted with the willingness and skills to build this house! 👏👏👏👏

    @fabiosantos3638@fabiosantos36389 ай бұрын
    • Também fiquei maravilhada com essa construção, até dá vontade de fazer uma ❤

      @alcimaraneuzaperin9063@alcimaraneuzaperin90639 ай бұрын
    • 😊

      @enriquerivara5527@enriquerivara55279 ай бұрын
    • @@alcimaraneuzaperin9063 realmente da vontade mesmo de fazer uma 🤭

      @fabiosantos3638@fabiosantos36386 ай бұрын
  • Nothing brings people together like teamwork. Very nice.

    @MERCFANS@MERCFANS8 ай бұрын
  • We have dreams so we know what we want in life, well done to both of you! I’m a Marine corp vet. From Desert Storm. Being a single parent of four(6yrold-17yrold)I have shared this video with my kids and my dreams. To have a good woman stand by you and help you is rare, if i were you build whatever she wants. Remember happy wife is a happy life! Again well done to both of you.😊

    @dilmansfield2972@dilmansfield29725 ай бұрын
  • It's great to see this young couple working together without the need for arguing or raised voices. I really love that they have chosen to build their home in the woods with hand tools. it the old fashioned way without the use of modern power tools. It will certainly take longer to complete, but the satisfaction they get will last a lifetime. In today's world we have the habit of always searching for the easier/faster/newer tools and technologies, but these two have chosen to honor the ethics of hard work and self-reliance, instead. This experience will strengthen their character and give them the confidence to face whatever lies ahead.

    @thomasrobertson4034@thomasrobertson40344 ай бұрын
  • my father told me "anything worth doing is a labor of love." I say today at fifty four years old, nothing worth doing is easy. I like seeing your cuts evolve as you go. great job you two.

    @jamesdude4220@jamesdude422010 ай бұрын
  • It is SOOO satisfying when logs drop onto the one below, matching the curve so well. Nice job, you two!

    @artsymargo@artsymargo10 ай бұрын
  • Its cool seeing you use skills that are forgotten today by most. Hard work & being outdoors never gets old. You are incredibly hard working & talented, great job on the edit 2.5 hrs cant be easy

    @planetpokemontv1509@planetpokemontv15093 ай бұрын
  • This is just absolutely beautiful. The craftsmanship you to put into this is amazing!

    @joeybates9972@joeybates99724 ай бұрын
  • I am 82, designed and built my own home, ( traditional.) and have to say you two impressed me to no end. Great skill and innovation.

    @choochoo3985@choochoo398510 ай бұрын
  • This woman sure can swing a hammer. You two are such a hard working team, I do not know if people understand the incredible amount of work it is! I counted 2 1/2 years by the seasons. BRAVO !

    @jiefflerenard1228@jiefflerenard122810 ай бұрын
    • You two are absolutely incredible!!!!! I am amazed!!!!!

      @nancyjones1392@nancyjones139210 ай бұрын
  • It is a lovely home. Not just because it looks beautiful but also because 2 hearts worked together .. rain or shine, these couple worked together and made it a lovely home

    @blaknyte1@blaknyte14 ай бұрын
  • Spectacular! Not only do the two of you have the skills, but your team work was amazing !

    @susanvonschmittou7797@susanvonschmittou77974 ай бұрын
  • These two craftsmen have done a job second to none…some of the nicest and most precise building of a log cabin I’ve ever seen. The dedication alone it must have taken is amazing…..I’m just totally in awe of what they’ve done…👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

    @TWTexasA1@TWTexasA19 ай бұрын
  • l agree with William, this is truly awesome work, being a retired Carpenter and Joiner for most of my working life,l retired many years ago,l' 79 and to see a young couple do something like this most encouraging. Good luck to them for the future.

    @jeffreywarner6792@jeffreywarner67927 ай бұрын
  • What an incredible journey so many things learned. It was great seeing you both working together in unity. The log home looks fantastic. Takes me back to when my grandparents and us all built our log homes in Colorado great times.

    @kingzeus36@kingzeus3610 күн бұрын
  • What an adorable home. You work together so cohesively all while barely communicating. Sealing the roof on the porch before adding the metal was a great touch, adding protection to the wood. The stone work for the wood stove turned out beautifully. The entire build was very inspiring. My husband owns a paving company (the account I'm using) and he plans on purchasing land in Maine and building a log home. Though he has heavy equipment to do so, it's still going to be a lot of work as the equipment doesn't help much when it comes to the actual building, just digging (he wants to use a container or two and build an underground bunker and storage). The only thing that would've made this video even better would've been a showing of the inside completed. I'm always so amazed by tiny living, minimalism and how people make it work. Everything turned out beautifully. You both did an amazing job!

    @keithkniskern277@keithkniskern2775 ай бұрын
  • What an awesome job! It's so good to see a married couple working together as a team to make a dream come true!! Keep it up!!!!

    @greenplants1065@greenplants10658 ай бұрын
  • Nick & Maela, I have to say I have watched a lot of off-grid cabin builds to get ideas for my build and I have to say this is by far one of the best videos I have seen to date! I found it interesting using an interlocking post and beam style build and with basic hand tools! There are also a lot of couples out there doing these types of builds and you two really grabbed my attention! I don't care where in the world you are, but if we had more young couples like you two supporting each other to build something you both can be proud of and cherish for decades to come, this world would be a better place! I say that sincerely! The teamwork is beyond words and super proud of you two on that fact alone! I'm older and in my mid-50s in Central Ohio USA, and recovering from reconstructive knee surgery so I plan on using modern tools and equipment to assist me, but I have found your videos very insightful with a lot of techniques I plan on incorporating. Thank you for sharing! I'm going to get a small portable sawmill to mill 8 x 8 square posts and 6 x 6, and 4 x 4 posts for the rest and do my joints the same way you two did! Great craftsmanship in my view! You two really did a super fantastic job not just with your cabin build but with your video and editing! Major kudos for being inspiring on many fronts and I wish you two much love, happiness, and good health for decades to come! I look forward to watching more of your awesome videos!

    @danagrey3534@danagrey35349 ай бұрын
    • Agreed!😊 Nicka & Maela! 🌻What type of wood? Fir? , it works easier than oaks Im planning to build with in GA. ..🌅

      @solartime8983@solartime89839 ай бұрын
    • loop😊

      @edleibrock5572@edleibrock55729 ай бұрын
  • The craftsmanship is absolutely amazing. Simply enjoyed this video. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. God bless you both as you create years of cherished memories.

    @lesliekwan6654@lesliekwan66544 ай бұрын
  • One of the best builds i have ever seen by this young couple just with hand tools and i watch at least 8hrs daily on these builds hats of to yous and well done............

    @user-rp7op9ft7t@user-rp7op9ft7t3 ай бұрын
  • At 79 and in a power chair to get around I obviously can no longer get involved in this type of thing, but I watched every minute of your video and am astounded at the work you have done. You have crafted a beautiful home that you have every right to be proud of.

    @danshepler9933@danshepler99336 ай бұрын
  • Fantastic build. I am in my late 60es and used a lot of those hand tools with my dad when i was young. As time progressed, he got power tools, but I still enjoyed working with some of those hand tools even into my later years. Really nice job. Take care all.

    @stephend.mixell2042@stephend.mixell20429 ай бұрын
  • What a joy must it be to live or stay in that cabin. What an energy, what skills, what craftmanship. Both of you, I enjoyed this very much! As a 70yo I go ahead of my time. Kudo’s!

    @nicobogaard2315@nicobogaard23155 ай бұрын
  • I have built homes too,but this couple deserves that cabin! Only using hand tools too. You know it took time. Well deserved and congratulations on your cabin. This was one of my dreams,but age and health has gotten me now. Congratulations...

    @user-ys7xt7hw6z@user-ys7xt7hw6z5 ай бұрын
  • I loved this! I’m an old wood shop guy and the whole process was captivating! My wife was equally impressed how both of you worked so well together!

    @donnester5657@donnester56577 ай бұрын
  • Man ol man you two have some incredible patience to do that like they did years and years ago!!! It's really unbelievable that there's still people who know how to do it!!! God bless you!!!

    @Glenn-em3hv@Glenn-em3hv8 ай бұрын
  • Beloved and I just finished building our off grid container cabin, but we used every piece of modern tool at our disposal. lol, what you guys have done here is nothing shy of amazing. Very inspirational. Oh, tell your beloved I have the same pair of duct tape gloves.

    @gillanarthur-pc1en@gillanarthur-pc1en5 ай бұрын
  • I just want to say your home makes me cry it’s my life time dream I may never achieve but to see y’all do this Amazing truly ❤great job you guys rock !

    @user-ho3jc1rr8p@user-ho3jc1rr8p3 ай бұрын
  • I give you two much respect for the hard work and dedication you put into this house! In today's modern technological society everyone has become lazy and forgotten what hard work is! Thank you for sharing your hard work and determination to accomplish such a beautiful home and using only hand tools! Much respect to the both of you and many happy and joyous years in this awesome house!

    @Geardog361@Geardog3619 ай бұрын
  • I watched every second of this and I want to say you both are fantastic. The skills you show are amazing and your finish is something I wish I had. Best two hours on KZhead in a very long time.

    @Keatso11@Keatso1110 ай бұрын
  • that satisfying “clomp” sound the logs make when rolled together, in one solid sound, epic!

    @maxdystopia674@maxdystopia674Ай бұрын
  • these hand made cabins are the most beautiful, one can see the actual physical labour put into them. The second hand windows are money and labour savers, good idea. I appreciate your dedication and determination, but there is nothing more rewarding than, when you look around, you can say with great satisfaction: we have done it. I know the feeling.

    @katalinrobin6222@katalinrobin62225 ай бұрын
  • This was amazing to stumble across, love to see how you both with your teamwork build such a dream home….so jealous!! 😍🥰 And the old technique you use and the fantastic logs! I can’t understand how you too had the strength to build like this, just amazing!! I love that you not using any music so you can peacefully just here the sound of the tools and nature! I’m a big fan of you now 🙌🤗😍 Love and hugs from Sweden!! ❤️

    @Annapeach83@Annapeach839 ай бұрын
    • Yes, The peacefulness of the project was amazing. No music and hearing the Crows and the Frogs. I loved that.

      @cindysimone1426@cindysimone14265 ай бұрын
  • i couldnt stop watching , it was so envigorating to watch a young couple do such a magnificent job well done to you both have a great life

    @user-pg5iv2wb9j@user-pg5iv2wb9j7 ай бұрын
  • I don’t think I’ve ever sat through a KZhead video without skipping through, Thank you for making this an entertaining video.

    @user-yk7hj7nd4d@user-yk7hj7nd4d3 ай бұрын
  • What an awesome experience to have! You guys sure are hard workers too. Thank you for sharing with the world. God bless!

    @bobbiewanish998@bobbiewanish9985 ай бұрын
  • It’s strange how relaxing I find this video to be. Excellent work building your dream log cabin by hand. A couple who know how to work together and get the job done. 👏 All the happiness to you now and in the future, from Australia. 👍😜

    @kirra7406@kirra740610 ай бұрын
  • I don’t know if you guys are crazy…..I’m speechless, jesus!!!! What an amazing journey you guys did!!!!!

    @ramirez368@ramirez36810 ай бұрын
  • 40. MINUTES in AND I JUST LOVE THE WAY YOU HAVE DOVE TAILED MANY OF THE JOINTS WHICH IS A GOoD WAY FOR STABILITY. GREAT JOB GUYS!

    @davidatkinson3887@davidatkinson38875 күн бұрын
  • wow, you guys must be so proud, a LOT of hard work but the result looks so worth it, well done & thanks for sharing.

    @LifeWorkRestPlay@LifeWorkRestPlay4 ай бұрын
  • Absolutely amazing! I love how you keep each step in the process simple, and you don't over-complicate anything. Makes me think I could do something like this. You both have much to be proud of.

    @mountainwoodsman8116@mountainwoodsman81167 ай бұрын
  • I have no idea how I received this video as a recommendation but I'm glad I did, that just blew my mind guys! The precision and the work you put into that was just incredible, I am in awe of what you guys achieved using just handtools👌

    @rabh6746@rabh67468 ай бұрын
  • The team work was awesome. The craftsmanship is awesome. The design is awesome. The two of you should be proud of what you have accomplished. I'm impressed.

    @bo45@bo454 ай бұрын
  • Y'all are amazing! I would love to have done this when I was young. I'm too old to do it now, but y'all are truly building a treasure! I'm so glad to have found you. Congrats on reaching 100,000. Happy New Year! Jane in SC (USA)❤🙏

    @mikemanjo2458@mikemanjo24584 ай бұрын
  • The story of a Canadian couple building their dream home with hand tools is incredibly inspiring. It represents a return to craftsmanship and a connection with nature. The fact that it's a tiny log cabin in the forest adds a touch of rustic charm and a deep appreciation for sustainable living. This video is likely to captivate viewers who are interested in off-grid living, minimalism, and the idea of creating a dream home through hard work and dedication.

    @Property-zd6cn@Property-zd6cn6 ай бұрын
    • Tiny?😊😅aren't they mesmerizing to watch🎉❤

      @donna6376@donna63766 ай бұрын
    • Andreas8&

      @rolfbusch8869@rolfbusch88694 ай бұрын
    • В Канаде разрешают рубить деревья как придется???

      @user-kj4gu5xx3b@user-kj4gu5xx3b4 ай бұрын
    • ​@user-kj4gu5xx3b they cut the trees on private land. On crown land there are permits you need to cut trees.

      @michaelmorris1865@michaelmorris18654 ай бұрын
    • I agree with everything said here. I am so amaised with the idea, the work and skill here and I so wish I did something like this when I was younger. I am 75 years old and live in Johannesburg, South Africa. Well done guys.

      @draganaavdic5705@draganaavdic57053 ай бұрын
  • Outstanding work! It is such a delight to see more and more people these days taking the road less traveled, going off-grid and being self-reliant.

    @robertgrey7266@robertgrey726610 ай бұрын
  • Wow that's just amazing what two determined people can do , is just simply amazing and all with hand tools .

    @user-oq4um6yl6d@user-oq4um6yl6d4 ай бұрын
  • Wow 😮,I live in the UK,I'm 58 years old,and I live on a canal boat in nature,I'm blown away by the pair of you and your cabin building skills,I'm retired and I built my own house all by myself before I was divorced, your a very lucky man to have such a n incredible woman by your side,🙏✌️✌️👍👏👏 massive respect to you both,my ex wife didn't do anything except give me orders,yes I was a fool a didn't choose my wife wisely 😭😭 hence my divorce 👍✌️🤣🤣 absolutely fantastic job you two,with teamwork and working together you can achieve anything,god bless you two,🙏long life and happiness to you both,thank you for a very beautiful video,✌️👏👏🙏🙏🌈🌞🌈🌞🇬🇧

    @alistairburgess6349@alistairburgess6349Ай бұрын
    • I will marry you

      @euphratesjehan@euphratesjehan29 күн бұрын
  • Glad to see young family do it together. God bless you kids 🥰😊

    @velebithost@velebithost7 ай бұрын
  • Gonna be honest.... I judged books by covers when I started on this video. You both look so young and inexperienced and WOW, did you prove my assumptions wrong (at least the inexperienced part)! You are not builders, you are craftsmen. The patience, skill and perseverance to complete this incredible build is off the charts. I learned several techniques watching this that I will apply. Congrats on building your dream home guys!

    @takinglifebythelens@takinglifebythelens6 ай бұрын
    • Same here. I'm still learning lol maybe someday I'll be able to do that. Very impressive

      @evanortwine6966@evanortwine69666 ай бұрын
    • For 2 days it's been raining in Florida. For 2 days I've been watching you build a cabin. You work together so well and you're really good carpenters and Craftsman. Great job!

      @patsybenton2380@patsybenton23802 ай бұрын
  • THIS IS REALITY TV, not the garbage, that the television bosses dream up and dish out. Great experience, was glued to the screen all the way, and enjoyed how you avoided the electrics and batteries, to do it the old fashioned way, and REAL TEAM WORK THROUGHOUT. All the best wishes for your future, and much enjoyment in your "Happy Home"🐻🐿🏆🏆🏅🏅🎖🎖💯👌oh, and the "stone work" around the stove and entrance, FANTASTIC...

    @brendanbayer5002@brendanbayer50023 күн бұрын
  • watching from Michigan. My husband and I have been watching your progress. I am so very proud of you and what you have accomplished. ITS BEAUTIFUL! Great teamwork. I cant get enough of watching you two create a beautiful home. Congratulations you two!!

    @cindysimone1426@cindysimone14265 ай бұрын
  • Great work!🎉 You two should feel so accomplished and proud. Loved the fact that there was no unnecessary music playing and you guys weren't talking...watched the entire vlog. Somewhat similar to ASMR...😂 lovely seasonal scenery too.

    @brookeezlosingit4836@brookeezlosingit48368 ай бұрын
  • To the man in this video, great job! That being said, to the woman, you are an absolute SOLDIER! Both did a great job. Working together through the cold and doing what most consider to be hard work. This couple will make it through anything. Home is paid for and this video will bring in money from now on. Great job.

    @unogno@unogno10 ай бұрын
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