the first things i've bought for the house! 🏠

[@dy4329]

This weirdly became my most anticipated series ahaha

[@thatchickwithaguysname]

Sammmeeee! I feel like she is living out one of my dreams.

[@zombiegaby]

@@thatchickwithaguysname living vicariously through Ariel squad ✌️

[@giselleescobedo6109]

Omg mine toooo

[@BvrgGbln]

Oh my gosh same!

[@creemyles8806]

Same 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@IguessImight]

I would literally watch a daily vlog about this house I cannot stress enough that you can make all the videos you want and I will gobble them up \o/

[@WhaleTank]

SAME!

[@Neesatou]

Honestly!! I live for Ariel's videos

[@jane01234]

Same

[@GameofTomes]

Saaaame! 🖤

[@tillydeno6647]

AGREED! I dont watch book videos so i've never seen her channel until i found the video of her talking about the house she bought without seeing! Now im invested!!

[@Dadiddy97]

I hadn’t realized how invested I was but I clicked so fast 😅. I’m living my home buying dreams through you!

[@rajasviraina577]

Oh my god same 😂

[@Ashely56]

Same here

[@AshleyZieman]

Me too 🙋

[@Hollowtrees1]

Same. I'm not in any position right now where I could buy a home, so this is my drug rn.

[@rajasviraina577]

@@Hollowtrees1 me too..

[@PenelopesPicks]

Wood panelling is very serial killer-esque. I 1000% support you getting rid of it. 😅

[@Applepopess]

What if a home renovation company were to sponsor you? Eeeeep! Loving the microwave and toaster. They look like sentient beings out of Adventure Time.

[@saraoz2629]

I hadn't realized before you said it but it's SO true?? My dream is not just "cottage vibe house" anymore, it's "Tree Trunks' house" I swear

[@AsheaBlack]

OMG, you were talking about repainting the chairs and I was thinking "mmh pastel blue would be a very ariel-colour", and then you said you were thinking about light blue 😂😂😂😂😂

[@phoebelouise7076]

I’ve lived in an old house all my life(mine was built in 1900) and here are a couple tips I’ve learned. 1. Always have house shoes because you never know when you’re going to get a splinter(I hate splinters) 2. Be prepared to fix things(as I’m sure you already are 😊). My dad had to learn how to snake our toilet growing up. 3. There will be creaking 4. Always have flashlights/batteries in case of a power outage. 5. Creatures may find their way into your house or attic.

[@Dani__Happy]

I never thought I'd have a dream microwave, but....here we are. THAT IS SO CUTE WHAT

[@reindeergirl]

We need a tour of your land as well 😍😍 it sounds amazing

[@lwolf101]

This!

[@silverkyre]

At least the river im dying to see it 😍

[@goharmartirosyan15]

Probably not something she will do just for safety and privacy concerns

[@silverkyre]

@@goharmartirosyan15 i mean she could probably show us a few little pieces of it. I whole tour of evrything would probably be too much

[@goharmartirosyan15]

@@silverkyre ahh i see what you mean. Definitely would be cool. Just saying that i would understand if she chose not to share

[@anibunnynunni]

Ariel I don't usually comment but I'm very invested in this series and I wanted to let you know. Keep it coming!!

[@nishthaarora9533]

Same!

[@NovaVanBuren]

I'm such a sucker for pastel colored house appliances, I absolutely would have bought those two even if I didn't need them 😍 they're too cute!

[@avocadoll7285]

such a flex to answer “no” to “do you have trouble concentrating?” lol i envy you

[@lyndzway369]

the microwave looks like something you'd find in animal crossing. the cutest!

[@Kaivijs]

You will learn to love Crocs lol. They are just so useful if you live in a house. I have a pair that I use even now for runing outside and taking out trash or stuff like that. Basicaly the same thing as the boots but for less wet days.

[@Ludesto]

When you started saying "my land" I started crying??? I'm so happy for you, Ariel

[@bugs1729]

I hope that you get rid of that carpeting ASAP. Hashtag air quality. You don't want to be breathing in black mold.

[@rebeccaanne3083]

Good call! We ripped our first house carpet out first day. Second house, my husband wanted to wait and I ended up with a chronic lung infection up coughing all night. I removed the carpet and the cough was better in two days!

[@bugs1729]

@@rebeccaanne3083 Yes, I helped a relative take out wall to wall carpeting and what was below the surface was pretty funky.

[@rebeccaanne3083]

@@bugs1729 we had so much dust under ours 😐 I couldn’t help but think it was skin cells and gross tiny things ewww

[@lunworks]

Seriously dont know anyone would have not ripped it out by now. Its just getting started. Take down paneling, out with carpets...its not talking and doing.

[@Wra8h]

Damn I'm so excited for this ~chapter~ of her life as if it was my life

[@reindeergirl]

That little animated intro ❤️❤️

[@ArielBissett]

Thank you!!! I worked really hard on it hehe my brother and I recorded the hammer and saw sounds in my office 🙈

[@amymullen296]

I know I'm very late to this video, but I owned those same boots (in that same color) and wore them for 10 years before they cracked. They are awesome. They are not even slightly warm, so I also bought the fleece "wellie warmer" socks, which work really well!

[@laracrews6916]

Keep the small tables because they are couch side tables. My parents have some from back in the day and they are so handy!!

[@anyawillowfan]

It's one thing for someone to give you their opinion on what you should/shouldn't do, but when it's strangers on the internet demanding you keep your house a certain way you do have to worry a little. At the end of the day it's your house and you're the one who has to live in it every day, so it should be what you want and your tastes, regardless of what others think.

[@angisnotcool]

i am so emotionally invested in the disgusting carpet, truly cant wait for the video where we see clips of that being torn out!!!!

[@empressche333]

Same!

[@SelfVortex]

Welcome to the maritimes! We’re neighbours to you over here in PEI. My wife and I recently bought an old farmhouse as well, and are about halfway through the renovations. I understand you’re an Anne of Green Gables fan as well! If you haven’t been to Montgomery’s homestead yet, you should make it a priority once the Atlantic bubble is a thing again. Best of luck with the new spot and keep the vids coming!

[@kiya12309]

I love this series! Despite the fact that I don't own my own home, and don't think that I will any time soon, I love home decor and find home renovation in general is just so fascinating and relaxing. It's amazing to watch something go from less than ideal to beautiful, especially if it's in a matter of an hour and I don't have to spend my own money on it hahahahaha.

[@mitchellpreston]

I can’t put into words how obsessed I am with this series of Ariel fixing up her house. (My heart does break for the wood paneling though). Can’t wait to see what comes next.

[@magpie_mel]

I'm so excited for you...what an incredible journey you're on. We had a similar situation to yours at the end of 2019 -- our landlord decided he wanted the farmhouse we were renting for his migrant workers. We'd lived there for 7 years, had a flock of hens, a huge garden...basically we were emotionally and financially invested. Pffft. 60 days to find somewhere to live. Cue the biggest living nightmare. Long story short - we found a little house to buy and it was the best thing out of the truly worst thing. So your story is hugely relatable! Glad you're getting rid of the paneling -- as a child of the 80s, in Canada, I can tell you, you don't want to be living in the embodiment of all that was wrong with Canadian 80s decor 😆. The Wayne's World Basement aesthetic should never be allowed to return. Also - I'm glad you love your Hunter wellies....but if I could suggest you find your nearest feed store, you'll get far hardier outdoor clothing at far more reasonable prices. 😉

[@CarolMarieReads]

I would love to know how your parents felt about moving with you. Obviously they were good with moving with you but were they hesitant about a house that needed work/no heat etc

[@ArielBissett]

Haha are you kidding me! I’ve been raised by two amazing people who are always up for a challenge, are creative about solutions, and believe in doing hard work instead of expecting easy comforts. Half the reason I felt okay doing this big thing was knowing they’d help me! My dad installed a pressure tank the other day and my mom just helped me paint my room. They’re awesome.

[@dalilah6655]

@@ArielBissett My parents sound like yours! They are the same way, always want a new project or adventure!💕

[@CarolMarieReads]

@@ArielBissett that’s so awesome! You’re making great memories together even if some times are hard or stressful!

[@roastbeefsandwich6769]

@@ArielBissett Hi! I have to almost stand up reading (while I wait for a bus or train) in order to stay awake (age 57 ½)----do you have any suggestions? Random electric ⚡⚡⚡ shocks? *More Orwell videos please!

[@roastbeefsandwich6769]

@@ArielBissett oh and congrats on your newold house! Let us see you pushing a lawn mower in a video (longer than 5 seconds) this spring

[@lucylulusuperguru3487]

I'm unclear on the home inspection (if there is any at all) process upon buying/selling up in Canada but if you haven't had a licensed electrician look over the wiring throughout the house I heartily suggest it. Just because the electric might be working does not mean it's 100% safe. You don't want to do all that work and get it all pretty again only for it to burn down....and it also obviously has fire damage already in that attic space. Overall the bones look pretty good but don't overlook that electrical just bc a light turns on. Especially since it was previously abandoned. Mice and other creatures love to chew wires.

[@aisling_90]

I just love how she says on my LAND there’s a beautiful RIVER What a flex. I’m loving this house updates series Ariel 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Hillary429]

Love the rain boots, feel like those will be handy for inside too while you’re doing all that clean up and renovating

[@NerdWatchJinxy]

YES GIRL. Remove that panelling! Ours desperately needs gone (they used 4 different kinds of pannelling/not real wood in this place). I can't wait to see the transformation! :D Also, those tables are wonderful! My grandpa had a set just like them!!

[@allisonwearsorange]

Having also bought a house this year, I can confirm the difficulty of living a life (even for a short while) without a chair 😂

[@ArielBissett]

RIGHT???

[@allisonwearsorange]

@@ArielBissett I got cats before I got a chair 👀

[@ukomdesign]

We didn't have fridge for a week when we moved in. So... You somehow make adjustments.

[@tesslydon6925]

This is serious is giving me serious "making home" vibes from the Sorry Girls. Love it!

[@Creativity_360]

Just be careful when you take down the wood pannling because you don't know what's behind those walls :)

[@patscathouse]

This made me remember when I removed siding from my dads house 😐

[@americanbookdragon]

Ron, Gary and Scott says hi.

[@alexiscardenas9147]

Crocs, Columbia fleece sweaters are legit needs! I couldn’t live without mine!!!

[@ThreeRunHomer]

When you tear down the paneling you’ll be able to see any problems hidden in the walls, which is a good thing. Surely there will be some problems but hopefully not many. It’s always better to know. Best wishes.

[@alyfferalves593]

Gurl I am hooked, I need more, I need see this ratchet decore become cottage core heaven, glad to see you so happy and content too it’s very wholesome.

[@CryssiMoore]

That microwave and toaster are adorable ! Literally squealed when you said your property had a river ! How beautiful !

[@sharonnowlin2297]

I love when you started showing things that you bought and I understand the boots since you are close to a river, then you pulled out the "UGLY" Crocs! I have been wearing Crocs for over 39 years now, both lined and unlined. I have both real Crocs and FAKE Crocs. They are wonderful for inside and outside. When they get dirty you just throw them in the washer and they come out like new!! Next the 2 chairs that you bought are Plank Bottom chairs which fit perfect in your house. Next are the Half Tables which my Grandmother had in her house and I have them now. Plus when my husbands' parents died and we moved in this house, there were 5 of those tables here. They are perfect to have at the end of chairs or sofas (that's why there are short) and perfect to sit against a wall. Your microwave is to die for. It's just too cute! I am loving your videos!!!

[@BethMaryHal]

As someone who also bought her first house last fall, this video brings me so much joy. The little things and the happiness and all the pieces--It's awesome to watch you experience it

[@ramblingrootscamp]

Good on you!! My partner and I are moving to N S from BC in June, for the same reasons. I can totally relate to the anguish you felt over the housing situation in BC. It seems like a lot of younger folks are leaving BC for the greener pastures of the maritimes,we will be watching your videos and dreaming of or future out east!

[@judibess6173]

OMG, just found your channel! You remind me of my granddaughter, who is just as enthusiastic! Love to see young people stepping out and up🤗 . Best of luck😉

[@katherinec9197]

Oh ya, this video reminded me of when I moved to Halifax from Alberta in January. No snow, and I thought - awesome!! But then the blizzards started and, holy cow!! So much heavy, wet snow. I really hope for a gentler winter for you in your first winter in the maritimes!!

[@erikajoy2015]

I’m very new too this channel and already in love, and as a Michigander who now lives in North Carolina, hearing “aboot” is so comforting hahah makes miss home and Canadian neighbors ☺️

[@shamancarmichael5305]

So fun to watch your house bloom! You're approaching it the right way, priorities but with some special things mixed in that make the journey more enjoyable! Renovation is about having a plan, looking for deals, and flexing your budget by saving on things that don't matter as much so you can splurge a bit on things that do!

[@sashabsanti]

I have to admit I haven’t watched your channel or any other booktubers much lately. But I never unsubscribed bc I enjoyed checking in every once in a while to see what you’ve been up to. I am thrilled that you’re starting this series bc I love anything related to home owning and renovations. You are living my dream and I am so excited to go on this journey with you! Congrats, Ariel😁

[@jamesralph634]

I'm so excited about this content/series!!

[@eileenmccarthy7392]

You got a great deal for two acres, a septic, well, electricity, and a house with furnace and loads of character!

[@davidschmidt5507]

I've been following Ariel for so long and the coolest thing to happen so far was realizing we have the same favorite poetry collection. I didn't even hear it from her! Crazy

[@popcorn1304]

I am so so so glad you bought this house! Not only does it selfishly align with my home renovation mood right now, I'm also just so glad you and your family now have a permanent and safe place to call home! Please keep the videos coming and please keep those sponsorships coming too (love that you have this ability to make your sudden move more affordable!) I'm looking into buying a house with my siblings in the next year. We have been life long renters and are trying to take the plunge of learning about real estate and the actual home owner process. Thanks for giving me motivation!

[@mariannepatterson2684]

Welcome to the East Coast, you'll love it here! My husband and I just moved here 1.5 yrs ago from Ontario and we love it! We also bought a fixer-upper on 5.5 acres and we're enjoying putting our stamp on things. The price of houses is what sent us out this way. You''ll find the people are so friendly and super helpful when you need a hand. Have fun getting to know your place and settling in.

[@erinmaclean5064]

The boots are a whole vibe and a complete necessity. Excellent choice!

[@jackiejoseph2515]

Yikes! That carpet has got to go first! If this just becomes a home reno channel I won't be mad about it.

[@renee72]

Fleece-Crocs-Boots coordination on point!!

[@michellezevenaar]

You might want to build a mudroom in the unfinished extention. If you plan on getting a dog then remember to tile (non slip) the mud room and add a shower to wash the dog!

[@nanagram13]

I love your boots and they are practical. The microwave and toaster are too cute. Laundry appliances absolutely practical and they look nice!

[@ciscl]

i'm actually really excited to watch these renovation videos, it will be fun to watch everything slowly come together

[@becrose5720]

Living vicariously through you during this video and never happier

[@hushletsread]

I love this!! I can't wait to see more from your house! And oh my god, that is the most beautiful microwave and toaster, wow.

[@gracecallowayable]

I love how very wise you are...keeping with the integrity of house...very smart!!!🧡

[@BoredGhostInk]

Omg, could we get a outside garden tour if you develop one on your land? That be so cool, like vegetables and a small section for like “fae folk”, aw that be so cute!!

[@littlecrookedhouse]

Welcome to the old house owner's club! Voice of experience here. 3 things to put on your shopping list before starting DIY renovation projects: 1) a good half-face respirator mask that uses replaceable filters. 2) extra filters 3) upper-face safety protection. In your damp climate (like mine), no telling what lurks behind the fake paneling & in spooky corners. Have fun!

[@MrsJasminJo]

I hate wood paneling, so i'm happy that it's going to go away 😍

[@c66yeung]

You can also spray your shoes and soak your clothes in premethin and lay them to dry. The clothes last a handful of washes. And ticks and most bugs landing on your clothes will die and fall right off.

[@c66yeung]

Beware, premethin is lethal to cats when sstill wet.

[@glorycloudwatch]

New to your channel. I love your quirkiness. Your house is amazing. I think it's amazing you are going for restoration as opposed to renovation. Get that ugly paneling down! That fireplace is to die for. Those wooden floors long to breath. That window above your front door and those eves....I'm in love.

[@nancystevenson562]

It's easier to get out the carpeting prior to getting furniture and such.

[@stknmggs1788]

What are your flood risks? Do you need to look at grading soil away from house, retention walls etc. water is the enemy of a house. Never put off water which sneaks into your house. Gutters are also really important. Momma bear here. So happy to be in this with you!

[@janathomas5759]

I LOVE your micro and fridge color!

[@ScienceisRadAF]

We just bought a house too and the downstairs has wood paneling. I loathe it! My husband LOVES it! Your house is over 150yr old. The veneer paneling was a 70’s thing. In the spirit of restoration you’ve expressed before, I support you ditching the panel wall coverings. Not that you need any of our approval, lol.

[@Fictionalwonderland]

I spent hours the other day looking at houses on the internet because of your last video. I’m only 22 and I haven’t even graduated college so I’m so far away from even buying my own house! 🤣

[@CrochetOkane]

Girl same😂🥺

[@janessarathgeber4943]

As a regular booktube viewer and Nova Scotian, this East Coast representation is awesome! Loving these home reno videos as well!

[@SkyFudgey]

Crocs are lovely in the fact that they make great house slippers

[@JulienLSIMON]

So nice ! Do you plan to show your "muddy land" ? because I would love to watch that ^-^

[@ArielBissett]

Yes!! I just want to slowly show different projects and am always a bit hesitant about showing the outside in case people track me down haha

[@JulienLSIMON]

@@ArielBissett I get that and it's totally find if you don't want to. Anyway your house is already amazing in itself. I really like old houses like yours. I live in France and we do not have the same kind of old houses.

[@tamerarogers6170]

I can totally relate. We moved from Gatineau to the Okanagan in May and lived without a couch for longer than I would like to say haha. Amazing how life changing it is to get furniture. Good luck with your house renos!

[@Newt1981]

Just stumbled onto your youtube from the "I bought a house" video and I'm invested. This house needs LOTS of love and I'm so interested to see what you do with it. Congrats on the house, and the new exciting journey you're about to embark on. Please keep posting more about the house!! Totally up my alley.

[@amanda5889]

When my husband and I bought our place the first thing we bought was a big Christmas tree. I came home one day from work with it. I stopped by a store by my work and surprised my hubby with it. I had always wanted one. And now I have one and 8 years later we are still using it.

[@elena-xj4uk]

I’m so excited for this series!!! That fireplace is so gorgeous

[@patscathouse]

I recently moved in with my bf and we have made plans for summer renovations This was nice to watch in preparations for that.

[@TheSarahLindy]

That is exactly how I felt about my LL Bean fleece & my duck boots, omg 😂 I went to the outlet when we visited Maine this fall and I got a men’s fleece because it was in the most perfect shades of mossy green... I have lived in it all winter! It has a half zip, it has a kangaroo pouch on the front for my phone and my keys... and my duckie boots are great for the rainy wet winter we are having and the spring which will undoubtedly follow 😆 Congratulations on your new microwave, and rain boots, and all the new little things that bring you joy!!

[@kolmkilpkonna]

I love the podcast and book content but totally here for the house content as well. I am 37, finally have gathered enough for a downpayment for a tiny apartment, so need to learn all things house renovation, and I love learning with someone who is also learning :) Good luck and keep the videos coming!

[@nanparker8373]

Paneling can be cleaned and then painted a light color. Congrats on your new home!!!

[@grey-raspberry.narwhal]

This video series is so cool to watch! Like a reality TV show, but you do it on your own so it's more REAL!

[@leefluty6141]

“my land, that i own” idk why but that just made me feel so happy for you 💕

[@caroltomlin8822]

Love the matching micro-wave & toaster ( & fridge ).😊💙

[@Kellycwrites]

I was never one for home renovation stuff on TV, but put it on KZbin and I'm obsessed

[@sarcasmpersuasion]

Usually it's hard to relate to KZbinrs doing home renos but I am so excited to see this process!

[@lottiefaith6935]

I'm a new subscriber and so glad to have found your channel. I am addicted to home improvement shows so I will enjoy that part but books are also one of my favorite things in life so I'm gonna love that about you. I know it's not a priority now but those little half tables look really nice tucked against a wall someplace with a plant draped on them.

[@lindieriksen1968]

I didn’t know there were so many wood panel stans out there 😂

[@myownbravado]

SO amazing and inspiring to watch these videos about your little home

[@jeemkhalid1329]

18 minutes of a cute adult ariel and the matching microwave and toaster are adorable!!!

[@spiciecarrot]

Just found your channel because of your last video! Love your personality and I'm super excited to see you make this your home!

[@CaddyCalamatic]

Hi, I'm a new subscriber! I'm 25, Canadian, and I just bought my first home too so I'm super pumped for this series. Your whole channel aesthetic is great and I look forward to seeing how you decorate your home. Happy New Year!

[@catherineflusche8935]

Ripping out carpet is actually really easy. All you need is a box cutter, a pry-bar, and brute strength. It'll probably take no more than a half hour to rip it out of a normal sized room. Just cut it into manageable pieces and pull. That being said, then you have to deal with whatever subflooring is underneath. Best case scenario, you have real hardwood floors underneath that just needs TLC. Worst case, it's plywood (or concrete like in my house). Laying laminate flooring (clicks together) is easy enough, just make sure you use the self-leveling "stuff" (for lack of a better term) underneath.

[@lulupetrosyan3981]

I am so very excited for all the house content!!!

[@seraphina2690]

hoping we get loads more of these!! love this series

[@debweissler7808]

Cant see a close up of your chairs, but I love the primitive paint on them! Vintage shabby chic fit a vintage house. 🤷‍♀️

[@katarinakidd9450]

The boots are so cute, and it's so lovely that you get to use them to tromp around your very own river!! Can't wait to continue following along with this journey!

[@beverlymorales4171]

Hi there so glad you purchased a home. There another app you can use for items. when i moved from Puerto Rico to Florida i also came with literally nothing. So heard of the app called Offer up. You can see if you have any luck in your area. Ive bought many things for my apartment at good prices. Enjoy your home girl. many blessings 😊💘

[@narflet]

Ooh, that fireplace 👌🏻 Those laundry machines are wonderful too!

[@LaurasLilLibrary]

I can relate to the struggle of moving away and not having any furniture! I moved from Michigan to Minnesota and the apartment that I am renting had an option of adding a furniture package to the rent. Which I chose to do because I didn't have ANY furniture at all whatsoever (no bed, no table, no chairs, etc...). But due to COVID, the furniture didn't actually arrive until four weeks after I had moved in and started online university classes and working from home. Like I said I didn't have anything so I got to sleep on top of towels with my blankets on top of me because there was no heat and I used the boxes that we moved things in as a table (and an attempt at a chair) for when I tried to eat things. It was a fun time (I say sarcastically).