70 Year Old Man Builds Tiny Cabin for his Granddaughter using Reclaimed Pallet Wood

This 70 year old man is building a tiny cabin for his granddaughter using free pallet wood that he recycled over the years. He saved money by using cheap materials, often reclaimed. It is a simple, easy and cheap diy project. He built the cabin in winter, over the course of a few weeks. The cabin has a foldaway bed made from pallets, a welsh dresser, a tiny kitchen, two windows in the gable ends, a porch with pallet wood balcony and raised beds for flowers. It also has a mini log store outside and gate to get access to the back. This cabin build is part of an ongoing project on our channel where grandad is building a mini village for his granddaughter to play in as she grows up. So far it features this tiny cabin and an iron age mini roundhouse with a thatched roof. We are now in the stage of planning the next house for her.
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Many people don't have access to wilderness or forests to build an off grid log cabin or any cabin for that matter. So this project is aimed for those who might not have that access to land, to be able to build the cabin at home with cheap materials. Pallet wood can often be collected for free if you ask permission. The wood is light and easy to work with.
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We've pieced together all the episodes of the tiny cabin that Dad built for his granddaughter. We did not feature her in the episode, as there are certain parts of our lives that we like to keep private. This cabin is only part of the "mini village" which we are building for her, there are more, like the iron-age roundhouse which we recently finished. Each episode of this series can be seen in the video description. For the past few months we have been collecting resources for the next house in the mini village, so keep an eye out for the next build soon. Meanwhile, you can keep up with each episode of this series here: kzbin.info/aero/PLxnadpeGdTxCR3bKec_-B37vVSpdxPau0 - Thanks for watching, see you next week! - Mike

[@Jacklynofalltrades]

Very wise man to keep kids out of the video. Well done.

[@Dav3Campb3ll]

As a father of 6 im here to tell you thats very smart!

[@vaneset952]

Very wise decision

[@captrockh2055]

Don't blame you at all, my good man.

[@maryfrederickson9400]

I am sure she is enjoying it very much! She does NOT need to be in the video as it would add nothing to the wonderful construction.

[@Walibnzas]

Your Dad is a champ. Always enjoy seeing him in the vids.

[@nykrev]

If you want any more of him totally suggest TA Fishing

[@freddykruegericanseeyou6863]

@@nykrev Your dad look like my dad and my dad passed away can I come and see him I’m from US

[@nykrev]

@@freddykruegericanseeyou6863 how do you know my dad?

[@freddykruegericanseeyou6863]

@@nykrev I was saying your dad look like my father the face and handyman he do the same work when I was kid he build me one of those and my dad Died and I miss him and I see my dad in your father face and I wish I meet him

[@freddykruegericanseeyou6863]

@@nykrev i’m talk about the man in the video😢

[@LINDALCASH]

Hey Guys! Grandpa is an Amazing Man. You all are So Blessed to have him be Such A Special part of "Your Lives". Charious every moment you have with him. Your family can't LOVE him ENOUGH. THis Little house was built with an Abundance of LOVE. It's obvious he must be a carpenter probably Self Taught Both my Grandpa's Died Young before I Was Born.Again you Guys are "SO BLESSED".

[@Tsiri09]

How incredible! One very blessed little granddaughter.

[@cynthialopez4651]

I would not no never had grandpa GRANDMAMA or family

[@Blurb777]

@@cynthialopez4651 - I'm sorry. I hope you have children so you could be the family and eventually grandmother you never had. I did that. It's GREAT!!!

[@boorat3573]

Spoiled is more like it!

[@boorat3573]

@@cynthialopez4651 who raised you then?

[@Blurb777]

@@boorat3573 - You can't spoil a child with too much love. And this is love. Something she will remember long after she grows and the bitter winds of life rip at her face. They are laying a solid foundation for her. Why do you not appreciate that?

[@suzannetaylor9110]

I'm 70, just because your older doesn't mean your ready for a rocking chair. What a sweet thing to do for his Granddaughter. 😊

[@LouisianaPyro93]

What I would do to work along side of my grandfather again. He loved anything that had to do with carpentry. Unfortunately he passed away this last past March and I miss him greatly. Grandparents are the best. Enjoy every minute with them.

[@kylec166]

Me too my grandfather passed away 4 years ago he could build you anything out of wood.

[@wayneholmes9917]

@@kylec166 gugugigig g

[@wayneholmes9917]

Ffff

[@jackl45]

Sorry to hear about your grandfather man. RIP

[@zianeshkasparen4358]

You are sooo right. As a girl this is why I love woodworking soo much. Ans he was semi blind. I was his little helper. Mine passed over 24 years ago and I still miss him to thia day. ☺

[@bathcolin]

I would be so proud to have Graham as my father. He is a very special man, Mike, never forget that!

[@janebrommet7942]

I loved my grandpa to bits...i am 72, but he is still with me. He raised me and was my best friend...i miss him. Great respect to you Sir❤ grtz from holland

[@maryohare4141]

What a labor of love! His granddaughter is so lucky to have a grandpa like that. He is also one in shape outdoors guy!

[@solitairesmith3553]

How beautiful 😍 My grandfather built me a treehouse when I was little. We spent hours there hiding from grandmother and he used to tell me stories about pioneer things. This is all priceless to me. I'm absolutely loving this play house. I know your granddaughter will love this 😀

[@ramonregla5105]

Un poco basta

[@RichardJones-oo4jq]

What a great inspiration to people! 70 going on 20 lol. This man is a living legend! God bless

[@willymagpantay5093]

I truly feel for him. A grandpa will do anything for his grandkids, he will gladly offer even his remaining stint in this world.

[@491hkpky]

A little house built and filled with love . I am sure your granddaughter will treasure the memories of staying in that little house even someday she lives in her big house in a big city . Way to go , way to build 👍👏❤️

[@conked944]

Truly a master craftsman, I can only imagine how much he has to teach

[@joeycaseyjr9262]

I'd enjoy, an absorb all he had to teach too. This videos given me new ideas on my build. So' Thanks..

[@odiesclips7621]

There is nothing sweeter than the love of a grand child. Absolutely wonderful video.

[@elsammanjarres8868]

Amazing, amazing, granddaughter you’re one blessed person, God Bless you grandpa. 🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@bethavery3032]

Grandpa this is truly a labor of love. She must really love her grandpa and you her. Congratulations on a truly labor of love.

[@WiKiTWoNKa]

what 213 people disliked a video of a 70 year old man building a play cabin for his grandchild? Heartless I say 😢 Great Job Grandpa 💗

[@andrewpitha7381]

First of all What a Great Grandpa to build a cabin for his granddaughter! Second I love how all of the build was 'old school' , just a Sawzall, jig saw, and a drill, no big shops or a lot of tools. Just the experience to know how to get it done.

[@maikehannah9179]

Best grandpa ever. To make a tiny house village for her!

[@poochyface1]

How blessed you are to have a talented grandfather.

[@angelawinters6079]

Such a great show of love....Grandkids are better than your own kids most times!!!!

[@danielpollard3969]

Nice job. Your granddaughter should be proud of her grandfather.

[@Mr40tt]

Good job Grandpa! I have had to slow down at 80 +, so now I can only watch you now as you fish and do grandpaw things! Duchesne Utah.

[@cynthiabinns2170]

OMG!!! I am truly at a loss for words. This is what I call a real man, one who knows how to use his hands, tools, mind,etc. Lol he's also a good cook. I enjoyed every second of it and thanks for sharing!🙂

[@linacabrera3172]

Hi, your granddaughter has to be very proud of you and love very much. God bless You

[@herdagriffin1220]

I am so blown away,this totally touched my heart.he is just the sweetest.wish I could just hug him.

[@br.samuel4754]

oooohhhh that's wonderfull. Without a waste of expensive wood. That's the way to save the world from overconsumption. And then.........the dog. HOME. He and the dog knowes what it is. Thank you for sharing. Love from Belgium.

[@grannylyn757]

I'm sure the precious princess will be joyed to make her Papa tea in her little palace! How fun!

[@Chrislimey38]

Lucky little girl. And a wonderful Grandpa, well done Grandpa 😇😊👧👧

[@zachariasbrink9540]

See this is PROOF there is a real Diffrence between a carpenter and a CRAFTSMAN you my friend are. A CRAFTSMAN !!!!

[@JDLarge]

Age is nothing but a number on our birth certificates. It’s what is in here❤️ that defines us and I’ll say this much Dad, you have an abundance of youth still running through your veins! Thanks for taking us along on this build, it was fun! It clearly demonstrates you have much more life than a silly number could ever define. Stay healthy, happy and busy my friend! Great job on that build too, I like it! 👍🏼👍🏼 from this guy! ✌🏼

[@glenasman5214]

What an awesome grandfather! God bless you sir.

[@gregwood1979]

this makes me miss my grandpa,he was always making things and building things, i loved learning from him by being around him and helping

[@alanfox1309]

thats one dotting granddad. total respect.

[@davidc6510]

Best Grandpa Ever!!!! Nicely done. I am sure the little lass loved it.

[@markhampshirewildcamperand8731]

It's great your filming this. Your daughter can watch these videos when she older. See how hard her grandad worked making this. 👍

[@cjboac9864]

I would have loved to see his granddaughter’s expression when he presented it to her!

[@deejaymalta]

your Dad is 70?!? Dude I'd have guessed 58. Your Dad is awesome.

[@quintork4100]

i wood just like to express my thanks as a man that has travelled alot and been homeless many times ,cooked on open fires for a big part of my life and a lover of the wild!your channel has reignited my fire for fires and your video on using the swiss army knife i own,with the saw blade and teaching the realization of how one could literely create there own little kingdom with these skills in the right surroundings,i salute you !your helping my mental health to work with my favourite medium "nature"! bless x

[@gowest5145]

God bless you.

[@quintork4100]

@@gowest5145 hey an bless u too!x

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , Mike , and Mikes Dad .

[@denisegreene8441]

This reminded me of my dad so much. Same skills and tools. That is one very lucky grandchild. Hope you are able to create many happy memories with her.

[@CloydRoyal]

This is who I want to be at 70 years old. I absolutely love the relationship with your dad and it makes me miss mine even more. Thank you for these videos.

[@MC-tg1xk]

Thank you to whoever filmed this process! This is the perfect instructional video for those of us like me who would like to start building a tiny house but don’t know exactly where or how to start.

[@johntatum8088]

70 is a good age to do useful stuff...:)

[@kathyweber793]

What an amazing Grandfather to have. Lucky gal for sure!! So much love in his building. We also caught a glimpse of that awesome cook stove of his in his cabin. Didn't know you could get a addition to the stove pipe of a tiny oven. Wow... will have to look into that. Such a great build and we're not even done watching it. lol. God Bless you guys!!

[@dianadominguez5404]

So Beautiful, lovely grandfather, God Blease you.

[@bgmedia4199]

What a legend of a man and a super grandfather she is a lucky little lady i think she's going to love it

[@codyburch9965]

Well, I never knew the love of a grandfather because they were both passed long before I came along. I’ll say this though, after watching grandpa here craft this amazing house for his granddaughter I sure know she hit the genetic lotto for skills, creativity, love and adoration. That was beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@andreswinther7220]

You are a very good grandfather, bless you

[@sherierodriguez7708]

Wow I am very impressed. True dedication and love for his granddaughter.

[@stuartmaguire]

Thank you for this as it reminds me of my grandad and the stuff he used to make for me as a child. Learned so may little skills and tricks from the old bugger, miss him so much. Different generation.

[@savos020]

The true essence of a baby who grew up a boy who grew up to become a man and eventually a grandfather, who had his moment when the world felt small enough to fit into his hand, then life does what it does to all and he realizes how fleeting life is. His LABOUR OF LOVE is a cherished gift to the one he loves most he trades time and moments he could be doing something for himself but for those few who understand the true meaning of a life well lived know that the labour is the gift. Inspiring to see and get to share a small moment in this man's journey... puts me in a state of realizing how precious my own family is and how important they are and how little time we are given...soak it in people we are not here for long.

[@willowwhitesage9410]

My beautiful, clever dad, was a Joiner (and then Master Builder). He made toys and houses for my children when they were little. If my dad made it, it is still solid and beautiful. This was lovely to watch, brought a tear to my eye, and made me remember him as I watched this being worked.

[@UltimatelyEverything]

What a great man your father is your little girl will be very happy

[@debinattier5906]

That is one lucky granddaughter. Her grandpa loves her very much ❤️❤️ The way that little house was put together I’m sure the great grandkids will enjoy it too!

[@patrickrooney5130]

Brilliant job grandad. Lucky granddaughter.

[@kranson8514]

Sorry poorly titled nothing old about this gentleman at 70 I hope I'm still so able and motivated. Shows us the way. 👏👏👏👏

[@oasisbeyond]

Just like is cap! AWESOME! His Grand Daughter will have this amazing video watch and that cabin to enjoy for a long time.

[@James-kd8bb]

U would not tell this guy is 70 what a champion well done buddy unreal job 👊

[@captrockh2055]

I said it before- That granddaughter won't want to ever leave her lovely grandparents house.

[@worldwiderodbuildersworldw6347]

Love graham,he’s a pleasure to watch,he’s a real person with no gimmicks

[@tomh79757]

That grandad is truly a legend! Reminds me a bit like mine who always used to do a lot of DIY and woodwork which I now take after him. I always loved to learn and experience things like this off my grandad and I am sure his granddaughter (maybe another grandchild later on) will be the same. Brings me back nostalgia to my past and also inspiration to other people! Love TA Outdoors!!

[@scottmacdonald4854]

Wow, that's awesome! And 70-year old grandpa knew exactly what he was doing. Something tells me he's got quite a bit of experience. This isn't his first DIY rodeo. :) Very well done.

[@jg6579]

I wonder if I could convince him to add a washroom, then kick the granddaughter out so I can rent the place. Lol. Beautiful location. She's one lucky girl. This is a great memory she'll be able to pass on to her kids. Well done.

[@patriciaingram298]

I am a 71 year old woman.I don't do carpentry but I am still active in gardening and yard work.I don't believe we are old at 70 like the world believes.

[@gabrielebehr563]

Best grandfather ever. Tiny house looks realy very pretty. Happiest new year ever for y‘all.

[@theresasadler6301]

Great job grandpa he just made her whole entire year!!!!

[@brendasas8440]

Wow❤ blessed little granddaughter for sure👍💚💜💙💛

[@markdale8301]

Awesome. A grandfather using his time and skills to make something his granddaughter will enjoy and remember for her whole life.

[@joeycaseyjr9262]

As people nowadays are building Tiny homes. I have learned much in this. Thank you. Paw Paw..I've been inspired by your love offering to your grandchildren. Your a dying breed. Thanks for sharing. God bless.

[@timmccollum9460]

Outstanding! Lucky Granddaughter!!!

[@stevenking9357]

That is one very lucky little girl to have a grandfather like that. She's truly blessed.

[@kathryncopley7239]

Wow what a talented man, I loved every minute of this video, I hope his granddaughter loves it, I know I would. Well done 👏

[@melissawright6884]

What a wonderful labor of love❤ every child needs a grandpa like him.

[@offyouselfsbuddy1683]

Awesome grandfather and father you have! I bet his granddaughter loves it! This video just reminded me of my grandfather building me my first true tree house for me when I was 6, that's been 32 years ago, and that tree fort stayed in that tree for almost 12 years so my 2 younger brothers were able to use it as well after our grandpa past!!!

[@johntjones3037]

What a great Grandpa! Handy and smart! Bravo!

[@benjaminrush4443]

A Person would Love to Live in this small House. What a Wonderful Gift to the Granddaughter. Nice Watch . Thanks.

[@dorisschmelhaus7621]

Sehr schön! So ein lieber Opa.

[@joshmajor8662]

This is absolutely amazing man!!! From a time when things were simple and people built it ALL by hand. He should be proud to know that’ll outlast him, her, and probably a great granddaughter Lol 👍🏼

[@tawhidkhan3416]

We South-East Asian like to eat our foods with hand and only use knife and Fork when we are out eating in a restaurant or something but when I use knife and fork it always remind me of Graham. He is a legend and a person I look up. Hope I get fortunate enough to meet him someday.

[@angelagentry562]

Wish I had a grandpa! I need a tiny home 🏡 for exactly the price she paid. 😊♥️🤷🏻‍♀️

[@shary1283]

Thats a Pro carpenter.... God bless him and all family.

[@kirbygulbrandsen4507]

Labor of love, the Grand Daughter will forever remember this.

[@henkh8740]

Best Granddad in the world!!!

[@PatNetherlander]

You GOTTA love this gramps! Building such a nice tinyhome for his granddaughter! He’s such a craftsman. And he knows how to fish too! Such a gem of a granddad to watch doing what he loves best! Topvideo this!

[@noneofyourbusinessaushland8431]

I think this is the BEST I have ever seen, he can teach .From grandma .

[@sperry1969]

from one Grandpa to another , Thank you !!!!!

[@rosegomez2966]

Lets hope she really appreciates ALL his HARD work.

[@SugarplumFairy01]

This Grandpa has to be the nicest man who ever lived! Look how much LOVE he put into this tiny cabin for his Granddaughter! What a WONDERFUL Person he is❣❣❣ Now This Is LOVE❣ God Bless❣

[@steelescrantom7193]

Wow , your Dad is amazing!

[@dicksonnfriendsoutdoors2715]

I love how Graham almost never measures anything. Lol. Reminds me of my projects.

[@sophieharrison9011]

How clever are you Graeme, that is a work of art for sure....I really enjoyed watching this vid. Lucky little lass....☺️

[@janewells7208]

This is so adorable. Thanks grandpa!

[@SuperRaymond888]

Good video. I see and learn how it is done. Salute to the man if he is really 70 Yr old, still strong and fit.

[@MrHeyhomes]

Lovely video well done. To the viewers if you see old pallets getting thrown out stop and pick them up, dismantle the wood and keep it dry and save it for when you turn 70 and build ya granddaughter something nice and free with it.

[@samb5796]

Hope the granddaughter realised how lucky she is xx

[@OICUR12]

I love love love Grandad!

[@hotsonaj]

You must really love your granddaughter excellent job

[@eddiecabrera1408]

Beautiful job,Grandpa...👍👍👍💪💪💪🙏🙏🙏😀😀😀😀

[@HeliPadUSA]

That's some grandpa! I couldn't get a club house for anything as a kid. Wanted one so bad. This is awesome 👌 👏