97. William is Moving In with Me (July 2024)

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[@annwright7552]

My grandma had a pantry under the stairs. The outer wall faced north and had a small window with fine open mesh to allow cold air in (but no flies) and a marble sill on which stood her butter dish and a tray of eggs. There was a built in cupboard on the right with mesh doors obviously the meat safe, and below that deep shelves for baking tins and suchlike. To my left (the wooden wall) were narrow shelves for her food tins and jars of glistening preserves. The floor space was for storage of larger boxes, a vegetable rack her preserving pans and her shopping basket. A very practical space. Thanks for reminding me of it 😊

[@normajean2855]

my grandma had one of those cupboards too..that was a cool memory..thankyou!!

[@seanjamescameron]

I knew a man who built his shed like that on his allotment and everything he stored in there (tea, milk, vegetables and fruit from the garden) all stayed fresh.

[@HelenW-w3t]

@@nikk3251 we had a pantry cut into the wall where all the food was stored, we also had a meat safe with mesh doors, but only had meat once a week on Sunday. In the cellar we had a big pansion pot with milk in some cold water inside.. those were the days.

[@ArtLoverScotland]

My grandmother on my father's side did exactly the same - I remember her meat safe covered butter dish and a larder with a marble shelf at the bottom.

[@liztaylor3219]

@@annwright7552 beware of mice! Lovely memories of pantries and meat safe outside the back door! I would love a pantry. Wish they would start putting them in new builds again.

[@PreppingAngel]

Honey does not go bad and is much better on the counter or in the cabinet. (Bee keepers here)

[@seanjamescameron]

If anyone should know then a prepper would! Thank you.

[@darlenebradley6756]

I'm a beekeeper, too (apiarist if you want to be technical) and was going to say the same thing!

[@PreppingAngel]

@@seanjamescameron I live very rural. 🤣 It's a must to be prepared and I have to out of necessity. I live in an impact crater in the US Dixie Alley at the edge of the Appalachian mountains.(Tennessee) Our last harvest was 7 gallons of honey. We expect 10-11 gallons this fall. No way to refrigerate that much and the fridge puts it in an enviroment which it can absorb condensation. Causing it to ferment. Still good to eat. Think Mead 😜

[@ButterflyTwinkle1968]

Yes, I was about to say that honey is a preservative and cannot spoil Which is the reasoning behind refrigeration. And preppingangel is also right again that honey is better at room temp. Enjoy😊

[@marioncannon9924]

Never put honey in a fridge. It never ever goes off. Will last thousands of years 🤣

[@CarlasAntics]

Buy a dehumidifier to dry your clothes. It's come in very handy to dry clothes come wet weather and keep your house lovely and warm and dry. It costs pennies to run, much cheaper than central heating.

[@jenniferdodds3980]

Rubbing a candle over the wooden struts will have any drawers opening and closing smoothly, give it a try, cheers Jenny (Australia)

[@lindacampbell540]

Yes, this works very well. Butter will go rancid I would think , possibly attract the mice

[@kalayne6713]

Soap also works to help lubricate any type of runners. Kaye, from Australia, too.

[@ChristopherCroft-mg5kv]

I'm sure you already know this but if you are using a gas burner in the shed, make sure that the door is open and the shed is well ventilated.

[@sarahstrong7174]

Lemon & ginger tea is lovely to have for a different drink.

[@Pachinko1]

I lived in Japan and had cold green tea everyday instead of water. Good quality green tea doesn’t need sweetener. It can take some time to get used to it, but it’s well worth it ❤ I love your videos, it feels like you are talking to me as a good friend

[@carolwhite6979]

you could lift the shed using railway ties,...... 6 X 6 posts used in landscaping. You could put them along the foundation and secure the shed frame on top. Not as complicated as lifting the roof, at least for me. Honey goes into the cupboard. It stores perfectly well and never goes bad.

[@lindacase4245]

That's what I would do also, lift it up from the bottom, especially since it's on a concrete slab. But you do you, dear friend.

[@susanyates4233]

Porridge every morning for my breakfast. Curtains will keep more heat in than a blind. Brilliant little cupboard for your seeds. Wax candle for your drawers.

[@emmsue1053]

Honey in the cupboard to keep it runny.. The cold will make it set. If it does you can stand the jar in hot water for a little while..Love the cupboard!! Thanks Sean.

[@YolaWells]

Thankyou Sean I absolutely loved this vid and was so glad to see the cats in action and what they get up to.also you have shown us what a kind heart heart you have by taking them both on. X it's lovely to see that they have each other for company c

[@mariefarag3339]

I thought we would meet the boyfriend 😊 but the designer is also very nice 😊❤

[@seanjamescameron]

Keep them guessing.

[@mariefarag3339]

😂

[@tinijune]

I apologise to anyone in Shropshire, I too bought a fan and some fly screens for the windows, so guess that's that now, grey, rain and 12c every day til one random awful muggy 28c day in September and then that's it for the year. Oh and I also do 2 eggs per person for scrambled egg... the yield from one egg seems hardly worth heating a pan for (but I am overweight so my idea of portions might not really be the best tbh!)

[@seanjamescameron]

@@steveames8286 The joke is explained in the video.

[@IlkkaVuoristo]

If you want to make the shed instantly brighter, paint the ceiling white. it's quite remarkable how well that works.

[@mhippolyte6888]

There's me thinking you have another cat or perhaps a dog moving in with you and it is a blind! 😂 The William Morris designs are beautiful I love the bold colours and shapes.

[@seanjamescameron]

Bit of a laugh to start the day 😂

[@starlight1867]

Definitely keep honey in the cupboard, has an indefinite shelf life (they have even found honey in Egyptian tombs that was still viable!) and you need a twizzler to drizzle it into your tea or on cereal. I must admit I am a glass fanatic in the kitchen (I don’t like plastic kettles or water filters) and finally found a glass one with a glass honeypot. Wooden twizzlers are quite easy to find too.

[@barbaracarter6726]

Sean - there must be a lady in the village who sews. Good curtains to insulate your house can be easily made with a silver reflective emergency blanket, sandwiched between a quilted mattress pad and a printed drapery fabric that goes with your decor. They should hang flat against the window frame. They make an amazing difference to the warmth of your rooms and save money on heat.

[@seanjamescameron]

Too late the order is in.

[@barbaracarter6726]

@@seanjamescameron never too late. the quilted drapes can be hun in January in the cold.

[@Jane_and_Meg]

Hi Sean, as others have said you keep your honey in the cupboard that's what I do. 👍🏻 I love the design of your new kitchen blind once it's installed it will look wonderful! Re scrambled eggs, I always add some milk so you end up with a creamy yellow colour, makes the eggs go further too. Then give the mixture a quick whisk with a balloon whisk until you see small bubbles that will make your scrambled eggs more fluffy! Always add knob of butter first in the saucepan on a low heat before the scrambled eggs. Anyway, don't take any notice of me if you like your eggs the way you have them! Re the lost screw to your fan I thought I saw it drop down to the floor or the gap in the sofa between your legs. I think your shed will look fab with your set up I can see it now in the Winter! Glad your not painting your seed cabinet I always favour natural wood! Take care untill next time. 🙂

[@GardeningGirl]

Hi Sean! To prevent green tea from tasting bitter, only boil the water to 80C/176F, or turn the water off early. Also only brew the tea for 1 min max. Green tea contains catechins, which are anti-cancer properties but they taste bitter. To prevent those bitter compounds in the tea, only boil the water to 80c. It’s a completely different experience.

[@ninemoonplanet]

Sean, use wax on those wooden drawers. A piece of old candle rubbed where the friction is. Wax won't go rancid like animal fats do. Rub the wax on the drawer and where it slides. An old cabinet maker trick.

[@annettegraff8323]

Yes! I have a dresser set that's over 100 years old! Candle wax makes drawers glide in our modern overheated homes 🎉

[@maude5160]

Hi Sean, pretty sure the screw from the fan dropped to the floor when you flipped the fan over to fit the base, maybe it bounced under your sofa?

[@chicosmummy]

Just came to say same thing. Saw it fall off.

[@snodge100]

Yes I was also going to say the same

[@marianraftery]

Yes, something fell at 14:30 minutes into the video.

[@seanjamescameron]

@@marianraftery Thanks.

[@seanjamescameron]

@@marianraftery I've checked and that was a little screwdriver! hahaha

[@Jay-s8g9q]

Sean, sour dough is a faff, but I still make it. My starter, Aine (traditional to name it), is now one year old. The more mature the starter, the better the sour dough. I know how to dry it, and when you are ready I will happily send through the post for you. She is all organic. I also have an organic heritage rhubarb plant (Victoria). I can send you a root of that in Spring when I split her. I have offered before, you will need to let me know if you are interested though. No charge, unless the rhubarb root is horrendously expensive.

[@ingeleonora-denouden6222]

Never knew about giving plants (and other living creatures) names. Wasn't a tradition here. But it's a good idea. I'll think of names for my mother rhubarb plant and her daughters at different places. But then all my fruit trees and bushes need names too ... 🌱🌿🌿🌱

[@Jay-s8g9q]

@@ingeleonora-denouden6222 Just your sourdough starter which is, for some reason called a plant. All plants already have names. My heritage rhubarb is a variety called Victoria. Already named. I called my sourdough Aine because she is an Irish Celtic summer goddess. I 'birthed' her in July, seemed appropriate.

[@philipholum4277]

I still have the old whistling water kettle, and my cat Byron lets me know just before it whistles that it's time. He has good timing. Good enough for me. Thanks for your channel. I have been enjoying all your posts. Your "homestead" seems like it will provide many fulfilling days. Such a beautiful place. Phil from Minnesota.

[@janerobinson5944]

I love William Morris designs. My favorite pattern is Strawberry Thief but your pattern choice is lovely also ❤

[@seanjamescameron]

Will check that out.

[@Marie-yx5ie]

I keep my honey in the press and I always bought organic honey but only heard recently that I might as well be eating sugar 🙈🙈 Raw honey is best!!! I also heard a few months ago that you shouldn't use a metal spoon in honey, use a plastic or the wooden one especially for honey. 2 eggs for scramble. My blood pressure was sky high, probably for a long time many year's but I didn't know because I hadn't gone to the doctors all through the Convid. I am 66. I am on a different diet for the last 5 weeks, no black tea no coffee, no porridge oats. I was vegan and I used organic oats for making my milk / bread / biscuits etc. I only every had 1 cup of organic black tea leaves once a day and organic coffee beans once a day, so I can have cacao drinking chocolate and herbal tea instead. Within a few day's my blood pressure when right down. 👍😉🇨🇮☘️Eire

[@seanjamescameron]

Yes I've heard that about wooden spoons, thanks for the reminder.

[@frentbow]

@@seanjamescameron great comment. i wonder if you will end up beekeeping for your own honey?

[@junejackson7958]

I always have one at eleven it's a duty that must be done if I don't have one at eleven I have eleven at one . that was a wooden sign in a caravan we were at on holiday as a child, we asked our dad what is it there having, he said its a wee dram ( whisky )😊

[@kellyscourfield77]

I find that, I got some more sun tan lotion a few weeks ago when I thought summer had finally started and I’ve only needed to use it once since, I guess that’s one of the joys of living in wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@jenniferwalker9060]

Sean, In my cupboard under the stairs I placed plastic shelving that I purchased from Amazon, it was surprisingly cheap and really sturdy, I then stacked plastic lidded boxes (4 on each shelf) it works a treat, you can see what is in each box and everything stays clean, tidy and easy to find 😀 which for me is a vast improvement 😊 as I always seem to forget where I put things for safe keeping 😅. Thanks for the video Sean.

[@davidanderson8407]

Honey will keep forever.It may crystallise ,however it will not perish.

[@EileenGoehring-lb8hy]

I don't have the patience to wait 10mins in the morning for my first cuppa tea, love honey, everytime I've got my big fan out, it seems to cool down 🥶

[@terrybennett8692]

Hi Sean, I know what it feels like to forget the kettle, when my new shed is up I will be able to leave the tea making things in it, can you believe one day I went to the plot to strim and when I got there I found I had left the strimmer at home,so I had to go back home for it, and when I got back to the plot I found I had left the gate key at home, the air was blue lol.

[@lindacampbell540]

Sorry you had a rough day…we’ve all been there unfortunately

[@jaynep367]

Oh Sean you do make me giggle , can’t believe you had no kettle 🙈🦋

[@jennyhayler7553]

In the six drawer box you could use it for Tea , coffee , sugar ,powder milk , Biscuits ,crisps

[@MelissaStotts]

I love my electric kettle. It shows the degree to brew. Green tea at 180 F. , Black tea at 212 F. Green does have caffeine, but great idea drinking two cups prior to black in the pm.

[@marymorgan8209]

I didn’t like green tea to begin with but with honey in it’s much more palatable. I’m a convert now, in winter my favourite is green tea with ginger give it a try x

[@chrisrey572]

Oh Sean you got me a giggle early this morning when you started that fan up. It even spooked my cats haha! Shrinkflation is now in garden sheds! You are now officially in a hobbit shed! Have a great week!

[@mmackintosh2722]

Hi Sean you could use the fan to dry clothes inside instead of using the heating in the summer 😁 it works quite well that's how I get my things dry 🙂

[@AliWade1971]

@@mmackintosh2722 A heated airer is cheaper to run. Had mine for 12 years

[@dianegockley1917]

Hello Sean, I'm wondering if you move your table to the opposite side of your shed. You may have enough head space. Just a thought to save you from a future construction project.

[@elidaspiro2221]

Good morning, I was thinking it might be better to use bar soap rather than butter to make those drawers slide better, the butter may attract critters to the shed....

[@lesleyhubble2976]

Us Brits. Are not used to the heat , I can’t stand the humidity, I like the light long days but prefer Autumn and cosy winters

[@ksweet696]

I suggest tightening those screws firmly with a screwdriver, as the vibration of the fan may eventually loosen them if they aren't fully tight.

[@duringthemeanwhilst]

seeing you using a scissors as a makeshift screwdriver reminded me of my late father. his "toolkit" consisted of a hammer, a pair of stilsons and a butter knife!!

[@liztaylor3219]

I used to have a very old Morris bread van which I used to be able to start with a pair of nail scissors if I couldn’t find my keys!

[@duringthemeanwhilst]

@@liztaylor3219the irony of Sean saying that fewer people do a good job while assembling an electric fan with a pair of scissors made me laugh. Whether he did it on purpose or not it was a funny moment!!😂😂😂

[@anoldladi]

Well yes, being resourceful...it's a good thing.

[@lorellstoneman74]

Maybe you could Jack your shed up and raise it on some 4×4 timbers.. from the bottom instead of taking off the roof? That would keep the bottom of your shed from rotting off in the moisture, too...thanks for the video Sean. Glad your plants got some rain...and you got a nice fan....

[@ukaly1]

One tablespoon of milk per egg for scrambled eggs. No milk for an omlet. You forgot to mention William.

[@mariawilson9838]

I to am wondering about William

[@Angel-002]

He literally showed the William Morris blind he's hoping to get

[@ukaly1]

@@Angel-002 he sure did! I didn't catch on 🤣

[@janwilletts1986]

I find green tea really bitter but a friend told me to cold brew it overnight and it’s not bitter , it really works and is very refreshing.

[@seanjamescameron]

Key I found is to only let the bag be in the water for 3 minutes only.

[@cherryrotella3714]

Green tea upsets my tummy so stopped drinking it. Thanks for your channel Sean 👋🏻

[@judimantos904]

2-3 eggs for scrambled eggs depending on the size of the eggs. I try to have different breakfasts every day if possible.

[@Leelee...]

The new window shade for over the sink will be gorgeous❤

[@donnakirk215]

Sean, try a sage green. It’s a very calm, pleasing shade of green. Soothes your mind.

[@sadiecantle5370]

Morning Sean Hope you are well your right it’s nice to be in the slow lane once in a while isn’t it butter is very easy to make I make butter about twice a week all you need is a strew top jam jar and a bit of muslin cloth which you can get from Amazon and some very cold water enjoy your breakfast take care luv sadiexx❤

[@susangrindle7426]

Mum and Dad had a pantry under the stairs its still there as now my brother lives there. Its an old council house and i remember the loo was outside and the coal house was next to it and when the house was modernised they knocked the loo and coalhouse together to make the bathroom and put a door on the open passage to make it all inside if that makes sense. We also got radiators in the bedrooms. The pantry has a stone slab that mum kept her bread flour on, it has shelves for the tins and she kept the fruit and veg there too. The hoover lived there too 😊

[@darlenebradley6756]

I try to alternate my breakfast menus between eggs and cereal. I don't have a microwave oven anymore, either. I gave it to my grandson when he moved into his own apartment. I was mostly using it to reheat coffee, so I put the toaster oven back on the counter and really don't miss the microwave.

[@annaeborall934]

William will look very smart in your kitchen Sean, love his bright colours. My under stairs cupboard is like yours and we inherited hooks along the back wall. Find them useful for hanging bags of shallots, onions and garlic plus keeping the shopping bags in one place. I inherited a table from mum and tried it in the cupboard but found it impractical because of the height. It wouldn't go far enough back and ended up having to crawl underneath to reach the back. Had a good turn out last year and now have an old shelving unit against the left side and a storage box right at the back which left room for a long handled brush and pan. Finding the new layout much more convenient and didn't have to worry about the wall not being straight. My tool box is on the right as you open the door and put my trug on top. Bit restricted on that side beause of the gas and electric meters. Lovely breeze from that smart looking fan as you turned it to the camera 😂

[@ehpeachylove]

I love the William Morris print for the blind. Two or more eggs for scrambled eggs. Or two eggs per person as a rule. Honey in the cupboard or in the counter. Love your new dishes and green tea in the nice cup and saucer is a nice treat. You are such a character Sean, love your sense of humor. A few shelves would be great to store your canned goods , toilet paper, and fry goods. I turned my hallway coat closet into my pantry and it’s double doors so it’s perfect. . Not enough cupboard space in my galley kitchen. Hence. I also have a sideboard that I use in my living room for my telly and the bottom cupboard for serving dishes and such. Nice fan too. The inside of your shed is looking great. It’s a nice place to escape too no matter the weather. Raising the roof would be a good idea. I’ll join you in a cuppa too… Take care of yourself. See you next time. ❤❤❤

[@AnnieSteel248]

We've always stored our honey in a cupboard ,

[@robynpomnitz4483]

Dry soap will help it slide or a candle. Works for zippers too

[@seanjamescameron]

Thanks, will try that.

[@Jazzidoodle]

Electric kettle much cheaper as is microwave. It depends on whether you are watching the pennies

[@maureenmckenna5220]

They will probably send you an entire new box of green tea.

[@Marie-yx5ie]

Imagine if that happens in every delivery 🤔 that's a lot of tea bag's 23 missing. People probably wouldn't count them, it makes you wonder and maybe start counting them 🤔👍

[@seanjamescameron]

Just received an email and yes they are sending out a new box - only wanted my missing bags! 🤣

[@ArtLoverScotland]

@@seanjamescameron Tea forever Sean...blessings!

[@ksweet696]

Yep. Amazon is so mechanized they can't be bothered with details. A whole box or none.

[@maureenmckenna5220]

@@seanjamescameron No way to provide just the missing bags unless they break open another box. Hence, the whole box.

[@twilatharp3386]

Honey is fine kept in the cupboard, Sean.

[@Catsrule7]

If that sourdough is still fresh after six days what preservatives are in it?

[@bb2021]

Sourdough easily can stay OK for a week. The acids in it keep mould at bay.

[@urbsoapco5489]

What a fabulous breakfast Sean…..raw butter and raw local honey on sourdough bread. I mix mine by hand and then stretch and fold about six times. I shape it into a banner on before bed and put it in the fridge overnight. I get it out the next day - whenever suits me - and after it warms and rises a bit into a Dutch oven preheated. There’s loads of KZbin videos but I think the best one is Farmhouse on Boone. Get the starter going it only takes about a week in this weather xxxx

[@irenecharrois5199]

I can't tolerate 28C either! Sean you are funny! I love your comebacks 😂

[@heidirobinson8734]

Hi.....re Honey.... unless you don't mind honey 'setting'...do not put in fridge! To keep it clear and runny....best kept in dark,dry space ( same as in hive!).....so long as nothing 'introduced' t container....eg crumbs/ butter etc from knife/ spoon....honey will remain in top condition f many years!! If possible....smaller jars kept f 'medicinal/ first aid purposes' only and (not f edible use)..can be kept alongside them.

[@barbaracarter6726]

I make egg muffins to have in the freezer. Then I have breakfast made or a quick snack - I use the air fryer to cook them and to re-warm them . cooking spray 6 eggs salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup cooked chopped spinach excess water removed 1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese diced tomatoes and chopped parsley optional garnish INSTRUCTIONS Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Coat 6 cups of a muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper liners. Crack the eggs into a large bowl. Use a whisk to blend the eggs until smooth. Add the spinach, bacon and cheese to the egg mixture and stir to combine. Divide the egg mixture evenly among the muffin cups. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until eggs are set. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to eat. Top with diced tomatoes and parsley if desired.

[@GrahamRoche]

Perhaps try a Kelly Kettle for the shed?? no shortage of twigs...

[@sianwarwick633]

I do like those little Welsh cooking books - i might try a Ginger cake without Ginger which is more-ish. Just me, but i think a wood-burni g in a shed... but you most likely know a bit more about this than i do.

[@zoepatterson3643]

I set fire to the tack room with one of those stoves but it was my fault for not taking it out of case first ,but I take one with me whereever I go there a godsend .I love your little set up at the homestead as you have such a flare for life ,I thankyou for all your brilliant vids ,and bye for now .

[@YolaWells]

Also spilling the tea vids are brilliant thankyoux

[@sianwarwick633]

That fan looks the biz. I find cleaning fans quite therapeutic. Em, how is the Co-op for you ?

[@DavidMartin-ym2te]

Those tent stoves (Overland) are good. About £170 or thereabouts. Easy to fit and toasty warm, I have one in my shepherd's hut.. Do not leave it unattended though! Good for an extended gardening session in the shed in winter.

[@seanjamescameron]

Yes I'm looking at those stoves at the moment. Will be very cosy during Winter.

[@davegilford1257]

I believe a little talcum power also works to make your drawers slide more easily. Worth a try (and cheap!).

[@seanjamescameron]

Will do, thanks.

[@Jay-s8g9q]

Ohhh matron! Talc in your drawers. Is that like ants in your pants? 😊

[@ChristineHillier67]

Good morning Sean, You look a bit more perkier this morning,it did you good to recharge your batteries with a sleep! I love that you are using one of your china cups from the last video, did you enjoy the green tea? I have porridge for breakfast and french toast every now and again, it's delicious with a drizzle of honey over it 😋 I should imagine there are pros and cons of being tall,im only 5ft 5 so I have to stand on tip toe to get into my kitchen cupboards! You did make me laugh with the screw- loose double entendre! Enjoy your fan and take care Sean 💜

[@seanjamescameron]

Drinking one right now.

[@bonniemiles7957]

Save the red & green cabinet for Christmas!

[@mrsmiggins6435]

You are right Sean there doesn't seem to be much of pride in peoples work, wondering if the bosses want things off the production line or what it is. Sadly its probably down to money and profit😮. I've just purchased one of those camping hobs but was a bit worried about installing the gas cylinders, but you made it look so easy so must give it a go 😃. I have no gas in my home so it will be handy if i get a power cut lol. Its good to see you using your family china. One of the first episodes i found from you was all about cost of power which then lead me to getting some of the battery powered sensor lights, maybe for the homested? Who's William? Or do you mean the kitchen blind?Lol. Enjoy the rest of the weekend. Stay safe 🤗

[@carolyncarolyncarolyn]

William Morris kitchen blind

[@mrsmiggins6435]

Thank you Carolyn that's what popped into my mind. Take care

[@susanellis7780]

Green tea is refreshing in the summer. Sometimes I make it cold and put it in the fridge❤😊

[@sheilaclerkin2238]

Honey in the cupboard. It never goes bad. If it crystallises just set the open jar in a pan with hot water , warm it gently. It's perfect again. Just a thought for anyone who wants it, bring down the last dregs of honey in the jar , to the allotment. If you were unlucky enough as to cut yourself, a rinse in water and a blob of honey on the area would get you home safe n sound. Its a real miracle substance

[@patstephenso7206]

Thank you Sean I'm so pleased your up and running lm enjoying your videos😊

[@lynnerobinson6425]

Slice up your soughdough loaf and put it in the freezer. It becomes even healthier, as after being frozen as it develops more resistant starch. No waste either.

[@normajean2855]

Seeing you've asked what we have for breakfast...I eat 4 eggs fried in butter with 6 slices of bacon... I also might add Ive ventured into a very different food regime..Carnivore...Ive been a vegie for so long and just got over feeling like crap for so long ..so what does one do? I dived into the the wide web and found carnivore...hopefully I survive...😁

[@seanjamescameron]

My friend Rick did that for 6 months but had to stop due to health issues. Love eggs to kick start the day.

[@annescott6137]

Those electric fans run at £1.49 per hour

[@horticultureandhomes]

You wouldn't need to raise the shed roof, if you put your potting bench and kettle on the short wall with shelves and small cabinets. You would be standing further out in the shed at a higher roof height.

[@seanjamescameron]

You need to watch the next video.

[@andreadavies5533]

Lol. I thought I was imaging it. That shed roof is really low. You are going to bang your head for sure. “Hiraeth” - like a longing. Your new life walking the steps of your past.

[@Jay-s8g9q]

Forgot to say earlier. In its dried form sourdough starter keeps until you are ready to reconstitute.

[@xszl]

I think I would put up a (concrete or brick) fundament and put the shed on it, instead of lifting the roof. Seems easier to me :) One other advantage is that the wood is of the ground/ soil.

[@seanjamescameron]

Good idea.

[@zoobledooble7748]

​@@seanjamescameron you could move the table to the lower side of the shed (opposite to were you have it) then that would give you more head space because the shed roof slants up near the Window side where you could sit.

[@anoldladi]

Another question: About the eggs. Do most people leave eggs out of fridge in your part of the world? Here in US, we refrigerate them at home. Honey is kept room temp here, usually out of direct sunlight. PS: about raising the shed roof: excellent idea! That means you can actually free up floorspace or double space over items you do keep on floor too. That's because baskets can hang from hooks up high around perimeter. That would keep seeds high and dry. Tea, powdered cream, cups and utensils could have a spot out of your way. Twine, labels, markers and such could be organized at eye level etc. I'd use the heck out of that extra height around inside perimeter where you'd not likely be treading anyway.

[@seanjamescameron]

Yes we keep them out of the fridge. It's because of the way they are processed, ours aren't washed whereas, from what I understand, they go through a washing process in the US which means they need to be put in the fridge.

[@greyfeather7857]

I usually eat muesli with yoghurt apple and banana with a teaspoon of local honey 🍯 if I’m feeling like a change I love porridge with fruit. I occasionally eat granary toast with peanut butter. If I’m making scrambled eggs for my hubby and myself we’ll have 3 eggs 🥚 I don’t like green tea it’s too bland. When I lived in Switzerland I drank lime flower tea ( lindenbluten) or rosehip tea. Both very palatable ☕️🫖

[@lorrainemorris527]

I buy Welsh honey 🍯 from M&S and keep it in the cupboard. The roller blind you are having for your kitchen is a William Morris my daughter bought me two beautiful mugs and coasters of a William Morris design Black Thorn . I also hold a wire fox terrier named William Morris can you imagine when I took him to the vet's William Morris Please . They did have a chuckle 🤭😁.

[@seanjamescameron]

I once visited his home but didn't have the camera with me that day.

[@lorrainemorris527]

@@seanjamescameron I am so sorry to hear that he has past he was such a lovely man 😓🙏

[@MrEmused]

Honey doesn't go bad, keep it in the cupboard .

[@sandraparry8653]

Hi Sean, Thinking only about conserving energy bills, Microwaves are very cheap and efficient to use.,as against other forms of cooking, also if you are looking for slow cooking there is your ,slow cooker. I have even baked a cake in it,on high. Most people use Microwave for heating up food, so Slow cook a nice dinner, for two days, then next day warm up your meal in the Microwave. Lots more time on 2nd day day to do other things. Only a suggestion, you understand. As you know I was a chef so I have used all types of cooking ways, even a coal range. 😊. Honey is very fine stored in a cupboard ❤ With love Sandra. Rhyl

[@brendacanoville1276]

For your pantry, you might want to have a look at stainless steel shelving units, the sort you see in chefs kitchens, delis, shops etc. They work really well. Amazon have them.

[@seanjamescameron]

I prefer wood. Welsh cottages are never straight so it’s easier to build from scratch.

[@HelenW-w3t]

I keep honey in the cupboard

[@ArtLoverScotland]

Me too lasts forever.

[@Deecula]

I did the exact same thing. Bought a fan for the front room and it rained the next day.

[@dianemcclure2334]

I have a whistling kettle that goes on the stove x Fill it up .. wander off and do something else while it boils x … suits me x

[@lindacase4245]

As for the sticking drawers, I see several have mentioned wax, but a sliver of soap will also do the job, and use up the bit of soap! I keep a few slivers around just for these things.😊

[@donnakirk215]

Build a cover, and keep the e bike with baskets front and back to haul your purchases!

[@TheRelaxedGarden]

I have both a microwave and stove/oven , I prefer to re-heat food on the stove , it tastes much better reheated over fire instead of in a microwave.

[@marioncannon9924]

I never eat breakfast. Never feel hungry

[@lesleyhubble2976]

Same here, I eat at 12

[@jjudy5869]

Any amount of egg cooked in a scrambled fashion is scrambled eggs for me. My scrambled eggs don't have any dairy products in them, but they are loaded with chopped veggies (onion, mushrooms, peppers, spinach), salt, and pepper. If I add meat, it is bacon, ham, or sausage.

[@Tinamaria75]

I keep mine in my cupboard, green is amazing for yr health and losing weight 😊😊

[@carencassidy2359]

I will have scrambled egg with spinach and tomato with half a grapefruit one day. The next day, plain yogurt with chopped apple & walnuts and apiece of mozzarella wrapped in a slice of prosciutto. The day after that, I will have avocado toast and fresh blueberries. The day after that, high protein buttermilk and vanilla waffles with fruit and turkey sausage. Another day it will be cottage cheese and fruit. After that, I repeat the menu.

[@Lynne-plot35b-36b]

Sean I always have powdered milk at the allotment so I always have some in if I forget to take some liquid milk with me. Also I recommend peppermint tea if good for the gut I hear. My daughter has it and initially I pulled a face but tbh but now I have a couple of cups a day and I really enjoy it. I prefer it to green tea it’s so much more refreshing I think. Anyway you’ve got me thinking about sour dough bread so when I next in Lidl I’m gonna pick some up to try. Lidl have a lovely bakery section their low GI loaf is my favourite. Xx

[@Dornnettchen]

Dear Sean, what I always wanted to say, please place the kettle not under your cabinet, the steam will destroy after a while. Liebe Grüße aus 🇩🇪

[@seanjamescameron]

Thanks but I'm happy where it is.

[@Highland-Lass]

I have 3 of those gas hobs, was using one yesterday to make my tea as there was a planned power cut. Can i say, although you may already know, they are not meant to be used indoors, i use mine indoors but with some ventilation so in the shed maybe have the door or window open a bit. Don't want you popping your clogs in the shed😮 I know you're no as daft as you are cabbage looking, have you heard that term before? Maybe a scottish thing. Oh and i definitely saw a difference in you when you were in the kitchen, side profile, so well done you🎉