50 year old sailing boat cabin REFIT

[@jamesvanian5524]

Andy you are a terrific Guitarist. Love the work done today with the boys cabin. Keep well and safe. James.

[@fastasfox]

Stop apologising for doing things on your channel....if you need to do a few sponsored reviews to make end's meet then fine, if you makes editing mistakes then so be it, your human that's what makes your channel real and relatable and Andy if you if you want to play music on your channel fine...your brilliant btw I have nothing but admiration for your Guitar skills. Mel you are a real trooper....keep on keeping on. Sometimes you look at the problems in front of you and they can seem like Everest...don't focus on the summit and start with base camp...the rest is one step at a time, I have every faith you will reach that peak and setting sail in the near future.

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you 😁

[@vivanasperen3339]

You guys are one of my favorite retrofit video I watch weekly. Keep your heads up-life is beautiful!!!!

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you! Will do!

[@andrewthomasfinney752]

Here's a little trade tip my neighbour who is a retired carpenter showed me when rehanging one of my doors. The existing holes in the wood were stripped, so the hinges would have been loose. He took a couple of matches, put them in the oversized holes, snapped them off and made sure the screws then tightened.

[@chrisbartlett6022]

My Dad showed me that trick maybe 60 Years ago, brought a great memory back to me, think that was the same Day he put a Bradawl through the thin skin between my thumb and forefinger 🙂Great how some of the scars and wounds you pick up through life remind you of good times.

[@AndrewGPeterson]

I have always liked how you do product placement on your channel. keep up the good work.

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you 😊

[@buoyfun]

Thank you for a comprehensive, honest and transparent Vlog x

[@SailingMelody]

Wow that's so generous thank you!!

[@rolfdc2934]

Ocean melody is as much a work of love as steal melody was before. It's coming together very well.

[@SailingMelody]

She sure is.... We are not short of boat jobs!

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

That's a great cabin for the boys. Well done.

[@pagegreer5081]

Thanks!

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you so so much 😊

[@decapolis01]

if it wasnt across the pond I would be at your concert.

[@SailingMelody]

Hopefully we can do a live!

[@robertzalnis3162]

simple fix for loose hinge screws. get some wood tooth picks and some wood glue. dip the toothpick in the glue and put it in the screw hole and break it off. put the screw back in. if the hole is really bad put two or three picks in the hole and put the screw back in. cost to fix those loose hinges is almost nothing. I also find the flat wooden toothpicks work best.

[@SailingMelody]

Thanks great tip

[@pirie555]

Such a talent ! I could listen to you play all day !!!!! Thanks for sharing... LG Canada

[@Sircraig7963]

G'day Crew, It was great to see Jack paint the woodwork, he did a really tidy job. Mel , your work has also been a fabulous upgrade to so much of the boat , it looks comfortable and modern , nice work . Andy , however , hasn't even managed to put the kettle on ....? Just as well he has a cool gig planned for the faithful. Hope the fuel tank is dry now . Best wishes with the concert and Steel Melody. Won't be long now Crew, Bet your getting excited . Another cool vid , thanks . Respect..!g

[@SailingMelody]

He was too busy throwing water at me 🤣

[@paullittle5633]

Hey Melissa, just as you said "It's raining" it started tipping down here. Thanks for that! 🤣

[@SailingMelody]

Ooopps sorry lol 😂

[@annadaurie2435]

I absolutely loved your phone advertisement. Everything is coming together.

[@SailingMelody]

Thanks!!

[@davidnichols147]

Melissa, the forward cabin looks absolutely delightful. Your talents are amazing!

[@MrButtonpresser]

A cosy den for two brothers to enjoy! Looking great.

[@rexmyers991]

WOW! Andy is quite a musician! So impressed with ALL of his skills. Best of luck with your gig.

[@Gold469]

Looking and sounding good...!!!

[@russellpaci2562]

Yep, the boys are going to love their cabin.

[@tonycathyhickman2512]

Prayers for you all, so hopeful for your successful kick off concert. Andy is incredibly talented artist, much love and respect for you all ❤. Very much enjoy your videos, continued success.

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you so much!

[@davideve6947]

Love the aft cabin! Lucky boys. Just a suggestion. On the drawers ( beautifully varnished ) a bit of candle wax on the drawers will ensure smooth operation for ages. ❤

[@grahamjones7103]

I would refrain from the candle wax, nightmare on a boat, they could go flying out if the catch moves, how do I know, been there, done it, regretted it.

[@johnnybuss5637]

A couple of reading lights for the boys too so they don't disturb each other, then the aft cabin is ready👌. (Or a drapery in the middle 😉)

[@SailingMelody]

Yes 💯 I need to make privacy leeclothes and they will have little lights each.

[@pagegreer5081]

You guys need open membership on KZbin to.❤

[@brianwebster3167]

Thanks!

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you so much 😊

[@ramman347]

Paradise. ? Chatahoochy. ? ? ? Sultans. ? Chicken. ? Wonderful feel in the music Man.

[@SailingMelody]

Amazing you got more than most 😂

[@Wauquiez48Pilot]

Well done she is really coming together🎉👏👏

[@cherjohnson5807]

Keep up the good work you’re almost there‼️

[@bitcoinbilly]

man i love this channel, hope your doing better Andy. Well done Melissa, great job as always

[@SailingMelody]

Thanks so much!

[@robwilkinson234]

My God, you’re a talented family!

[@richardball9724]

The aft cabin is looking great guys well done

[@judybonner8682]

I loved the light show at the end. It is amazing at all the beautiful things you have done for Ocean Melody. I am so looking forward to when you set sail. 💕💕💕💕🇺🇸

[@janissarywalker6312]

Great progress on Ocean Melody.

[@paulbrands6239]

You're an artist too Melissa!!! Great job, wonderful creativity

[@SailingMelody]

Definitely not a musical one 🤣 but thank you.

[@rossalyntownsend9535]

Well done Mallisa beautiful job xx

[@WimvdBrink]

Its getting better and better, Andy works so hard, and so do you Melissa. Stop excusing for some things you have to redo, if you don't try you don't know what is the best solution. The concert is a bit to far for me from Holland but I hope it will be sold out. Hearing Andy play reminds me I have to start practicing myself again on guitar. I have been for about half a year now in a very stressful home move and realized even more after seeing all my stuff I had to move I have to start selecting what's really important for me .. I still have a dream about sailing away with a nice sailboat and my wife but all my stuff is now a big anchor I cannot use on my ship, Your video's do wake me up .. those boards Jack painted do look very good! Fun as always to see your video's!

[@Haraldsvensk]

Hey...you're a great musician. WOW great. Greeting from Sweden.

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you!

[@colinmorrisondavies3709]

Look forward to your vlog when ever they appear. I to suffer from stress related mental health issues and therefore have an understanding of what you are going through Andy. I wish I was a bit closer and not in the far north of Scotland as I would definitely be at your concert. The snippets you played on this episode sounded amazing with just you so with your mates in tow it will be fantastic. Keep doing what you’re doing for you and your lovely family.

[@wanderdowndave3778]

Great music and content.😇👌👍

[@PaulBKal]

We have a near identical boat with similar aft cabin and identical access from the cockpit via sliding deck hatch and vertical slides, however we very seldom use the vertical slides as we have a simple canvas cover over the sliding deck hatch which hangs down over the vertical hatch and is attached with 4 press studs on each side. I think we’ve only ever put the slides in once or twice in very rough weather going upwind, but these days we also have the shelter of a large hard dodger a bit like yours. The key difference probably is that the aft cabin is the main sleeping cabin for my wife and I, who are usually the sole crew, whereas for you, the aft cabin is for your kids, so I guess you want it a bit more secure. Also kids are far more easily able to access the main saloon via the crawl through.

[@maryjnorwood3962]

You are all so talented! Wonderful job! 😎❤️😎❤️😎

[@oliversmith9756]

Loved the music, you are truly talented and make it look so effortless. Thank you for sharing.

[@kroneditor9266]

Great job on the aft cabin Melissa & Andy. Love the lighting as well 🙂 Good luck with the concert 👍👍👍👍

[@SailingMelody]

Thanks 👍

[@paulwalker9423]

That’s starting to come together nicely,just catching up on the videos as been on holiday 😊

[@Marine_Ret]

Andy has some serious chops 🎸👍🏻👏🏻

[@MrGraminou]

Love the music

[@FionsMcCormick-ox8tb]

Hi I hope Andy is feeling better. Hopefully you will be off soon. If the weather ever picks up

[@medic_ray415]

Hi guys I love watching all your videos and I truly hope you can finally sell steel melody your land (anchor) and you can finally get underway and your whole family can finally start enjoying life the way you want to ❤

[@doug2078]

Andy can Play !!!! 🤘

[@AaronRogerson]

Rock on! 💫

[@bigunone]

I caught Sultans of Swing," vaguely recognized others but could put names to them

[@SailingMelody]

Yes!

[@PhilsHobbyRoom]

The boys cabin is looking awesome just a few more things and it should be done maybe put a small swing away tv screen so he can watch movies on it

[@blackbirdxx4613]

Good playing andy

[@looyosummers5796]

You played Joe Satriani so well, he's one of my favorites, can't remember the name of the song of the top of my head, caught some Dire Straits I think, to bad I'm in the US otherwise I would love to see you play. The boys cabin looks fantastic.💖🍻

[@Sailingon]

Wish I could get over to hear you live. Would be great for you and seadog Barry to play together

[@johntovey3928]

Wish I was in the uk I would attend the concert

[@Sluf7]

Well LED,s in the rear berth looks Epic what a Hoot that's gonna be fun for the Lads nice work 😅. Good to see the Andy beavering away at stuff. Just do what ya can talk to us later. Just get ready to rock the house down. 😮😅 Bit miffed can,t get there if it was,t for the 13000 plus kms I would be there gonnā be a Hoot. 😅😂❤ Keep at it now but Pace yadelf now. 😅😂

[@davidbroman8391]

Fun video. Now all you need is a disco ball!🪩🕺💃

[@juliazentner681]

I have just came upon your channel and i think its brilliant! The first episode i watched was the one where you were saying husband was struggling and so you were selling steal melody, then i wathed the video on all of steal Melody's features and what you have done and now this video! again your channel is just brilliant!

[@SailingMelody]

Ahhh thank you. Lovely comment ☺️

[@juliazentner681]

@@SailingMelody you're most welcome.. I've subscribed and will be waiting for next week!

[@huwowen7917]

Well done Jack with the wash boards brilliant job ! Loved the guitar playing and all your work Mellisa.Stay happy guys great vids

[@carolelockhart6037]

The boys are going to love it!

[@notwocdivad]

Regarding the Clear vs Varnished boards, Maybe the clear may be a tad more dangerous on a choppy or rolling sea if you fell and landed across it you may emulate poor Mary Queen of Scots. Plus Captain Jack has made such a superb job of the varnishing it would be a real shame not to use them!!! Love the musical interlude (I played drums in the distant past!) pity we could not hear longer clips? Ah well continue with the preparations for the final farewell that sounds like the Rodger Whittaker hit!!!

[@SailingMelody]

Yes the clear is just for daylight at anchor in a marina! 😁😁

[@paulcrane2010]

Great update. Hope Andy is well. Personally I think the thing about product placement is that I pay for KZbin premium to avoid adverts so getting placed with something (especially when the product is not boat related) isn’t ideal Good luck with the channel

[@SailingMelody]

Yeah that’s an interesting one. KZbin don’t pay is anything really from KZbin premium. We get about 0.0005 pence per view from KZbin premium members. So it’s great for watching but KZbin pockets all the money and doesn’t pass anything much on to creators. Adverts on KZbin pay slightly better at around $2 per 1000 views. Product placement pays us either a fixed fee or they provide equipment as payment. Our other option is to make all our KZbin private and only release them to Patrons because KZbin pay so poorly and especially from KZbin Premium which is practically nothing. Basically all KZbin Premium does is hand the money direct to KZbin so none of it goes to the people who actually make the videos.

[@telern5681]

Wowowow! Your musical talent is amazing!!!! Beautiful! Love you and your family sharing your adventure.

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you 😀

[@trevhedges]

Looks good!

[@bryanb1259]

Awesome 👍❤️❤️

[@vivanasperen3339]

I saw this video today and I would encourage you to watch it. A MIT engineer who left his NASA job and made KZbin videos. Way cool commencement speech he made at MIT last year. I thought of you and your struggles and I though this might brighten your day. “I Gave the 2023 MIT Commencement Speech” KZbin.

[@Madiba100]

Only know "Always with you, always with me" by Satriani, great rendition. Can't come to the gig from South Africa or I would be there! Hope the tickets are selling! Good Luck!

[@kevinmartin3859]

that was very nice video lots of content and well done with aft cabin looks great Melissa loved the guitar playing Andy i hope you do well with the concert which i would to come but just come back from Thailand to Wales so its fresh beginings

[@jennyrogers2109]

Well done 😊 you guys have some skills ❤

[@gillesgomez3091]

Excellent job in the boys' room. It's all looking great. Congratulations for the music Andy. I hope you will have many people attending your concert. 👍

[@mikeharrison5089]

For me that was one of your better productions. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I like the honesty about the problems and the way you are working tog.

[@SailingMelody]

Thank you 😀

[@ceismulcastle]

9.23 that twang would be perfect for "peter gunn" and "rebel rouser"

[@keithwignall1428]

Good stuff!

[@judewilliams9345]

Superb job 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@markchodroff250]

Andy ! You play the guitar fantastic, amazing and you fix boats also ! Wow !

[@frankdillon6127]

cant wait for you guy`s on the high seas, a nice relaxing sail I'm sure would be great after all the prep work.

[@SailingMelody]

Can't wait!

[@AlfOfAllTrades]

9:38 Satch'd be proud. Nice! Those two would be "Always with you, always with me", and "Summer song" anyway.

[@SailingMelody]

Hahah correct on both rhe Satch tunes :) thanks

[@MaShcode]

Freshening up the vinyl 😂 It’s affordable now to 3D print custom window shades but the trick is a coating that stops UV decay.

[@sailingelleray]

Brent Mason's wonderful riff from 'Chatahoochie', also Sultans of Swing and of course 'Chicken Fried'. Nice mix of stuff Andy!

[@Sailingon]

Your skills have improved immensely from those early days. When you first posted steel melody in the steel boat group I was saying noo don't do it. But looking at steel melody now you did a great job. Ocean melody is looking amazing. Andy glad you have your music to lift your spirits.

[@JP-lz3vk]

BTW you need some lee-cloths so Olly and Jack don't fall out!

[@SailingMelody]

Yes I just haven't made them yet 😀

[@SailingYachtSaltyLass]

I managed to spot Sultans of Swing...

[@SailingMelody]

Forgot to add clues to the others

[@ronaldwerner3084]

Wow; such good tunes and masterfully replicated … if I wasn’t in the states I’d be there!!

[@katrinebohr3119]

Brill ✌️

[@user-ko9fv3sw1r]

Andrew I live in Australia, if you can live stream your concert. I will buy a ticket.

[@SailingMelody]

We will hopefully release tickets for this next Wednesday 😀

[@junepeck4259]

Great job, Melissa with all the sewing projects! The boys will love their new cabin. 😊 You both have worked so hard to get your boat ready. Jack is quite a big help with all areas. Soon you all will enjoy many sailing ventures. ⛵️

[@martinboagey2422]

Your efforts are immense and videos are great watch. You deserve good times on your world trip 👍💪

[@alan-sk7ky]

6:34 the pattern's upside down 🙂 that's gonna jar every time! 🙂

[@SailingMelody]

Yes I need to re make it 😭

[@derekadams6258]

it was not clear how the panels were fixed to the windows.

[@SailingMelody]

Suckers

[@alan-sk7ky]

@@SailingMelody Is there a smaller light it can be modded to fit?

[@carltontweedle5724]

Getting close did a great job with the kids cabin, did you remember as the wee one gets older will want to chew on everything. So not like the old cots with lead paint. Sorry just popped in the head. I hope the concert goes better than you think, cannot be there but would love too have been. Best song for me Another Brick in the Wall. Hated school.

[@SailingMelody]

Haha yes and pulling at everything 😂

[@williammcintosh712]

Chattahoochee!

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

Well i have the phone .. But the 110 version. Get a flexible screen protector on them .. they also protect the screen from knocks as well as scuffing. I saw a french lady who had an aft berth center cockpit on her sailing boat but as she was a travelling musician ..she had her upright piano on a lift that camevup through the roof and she would perform in the harbours where she attended music festivals. She had a toddler and a friend who also played a fiddle.

[@Turleyswheels]

Do you ever get the feeling hubby is saying you might get a bit wet travelling the world on a boat lol the way he through the water was Gail force 7 lol right I can’t make the music gathering but after he played omg how good he really is I love them sounds so I was going to ask after the show will he be selling cds so we can all buy on youre site I really hope so ❤

[@grendel1960a]

when Andy reviewed the other phone, I saw it was a phone that had the features i wanted (also for boating) so pre ordered my V30 pro in december, mine arrived a couple of weeks back, and its a really great phone- battery easily lasted a whole week with daily use, though I guess if using for navigation it wouldnt last that long. camera is great

[@SailingMelody]

It genuinely is a great phone and the battery is crazy!

[@jenateer2518]

You are definitely a skilled guitarist

[@billdonald9773]

I like Jacks taste in window shades that is what I would have chosen. You must have a nautical theme on a boat

[@57dent]

I want to know if it was Jack or Andy got to throw the bucket of water on you and how many takes were required!!

[@SailingMelody]

🤣🤣 both actually jack threw the first one and it was too low so Andy threw the second... It was freezing 🥶

[@bertiebaz5455]

Another great video, your talents and energy are incredible. Loved the music clips, got the Sultans one, was the first one Rock me like a Wagon Wheel?

[@lindacantwell8266]

Enjoying your videos and so happy you are sporting braces to fix your teeth. Great job in all your projects.

[@SailingMelody]

Only for another week 😁

[@hammondo7]

Sultans of schwing, can't believe you didn't go for Rod Stewart and sailing😂 more product placement is all good, I off for a new Paul Reed Smith.❤