Building a DIY LEGO INCUBATOR (that actually works!)

We built a working incubator out of LEGO bricks. Check out what hatched…
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0:02 Leimoti - Light the Way
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7:28 Edward Karl Hanson - A Change Is Coming
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[@mrpancakes4285]

Send it to Lego and see if they will put you in a book or somthing because that is awesome!

[@katnip2u]

100% AGREE!

[@hilalkoca9977]

They display it in their shops and send it back to you after a month.

[@davekelder6959]

Yea should do that. They have seperate technical lego division (simple robotics, small engines etc) maybe this can be innone of there example. I think they call it lego technic

[@christianlautenschlager9693]

hey everyone get a Lego tile write your name on it and send in. A subscriber lego incubator

[@SkullFaerie356]

I'd love to see if they make one based off of their house as an outright nod to them

[@Sabytiger]

anyone else want the T-shirt that has a black rooster and some cherry blossom flowers that Jake is wearing at 13:51

[@lepdeon9750]

for me the one at 6:40 looks better

[@jjba_pika]

I think all the shorts look good xD

[@phyllish3259]

It's not for sale on their website. I want one too!!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Sabytiger - Here you go: bit.ly/JohnnyCashTheRooster 😀

[@cindychen5127]

Thx so much!!!!!

[@nancycowan6109]

Seriously a new meaning to LEGO my eggo. ❤️ You’re a good dad. ❤️

[@katnip2u]

Totally, right!? What an awesome family!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Nancy Cowan - thank you 😊

[@teardropheart4503]

I always like the music you played for time lapses- also, real respect for citing every single song played in the video, its a nice gesture and a good idea in general haha

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Teardrop Heart - thank you 😊

[@bowno5726]

Imagine. Your first day of life. Stepping out of your shell that has kept you confined all this time up until this moment. Only to step on a lego.

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Bowno - haha! Good point 😂

[@tracewalters9067]

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[@ferny3585]

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[@buki29]

It’s been too long since I’ve watched you guys! I can’t believe your almost at 500k. I first started watching when you were almost at 70k

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Andrew Smith - thanks for supporting us!

[@Picklesreptileworld]

I would love to see a old fish tank turned into one. For bonus points I want to make it an even bigger challenge by saying that the class can not be cut or drilled into. After the incubator has done it's job, I expect the tank to be able to hold water again. This should be a challenge. But if anyone can do it, it's you guys. Also absolutely love your channel, keep up the good work

[@pechoja]

You are such good parents. Seems kids living off grid and home schooled better. You set the example. I suggest parents watch these with their kids. We can learn by example. Such a fine farm and everyone belongs, each and every bird are loved.

[@SimplyJanHomestead]

Y’all just upped the incubator game! Fantastic job! I never grow tired of seeing new life! Yeaaaa!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Simply Jan Homestead - thanks, Jan!

[@daydreamerprod]

Another One from White House on the Hill! From the music that starts the episode, to the ingenuity of the project from start to finish, as well as the follow through. Well done and and the warmest thank you for Your time and share!

[@Gouldianguy85]

I'm happy to see you put down anti slip mats in the incubator! No more splayed legs! 😁. Awesome job guys. Love all the videos. Thanks for making more content during a time where we have to isolate. It's so appreciated!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Brady Felker - ❤️

[@GoodLizardlicks]

Great inspiration! I think this is a perfect experiment for those of us under lock down. We have Legos everywhere and the kids will really get a kick out of building their own incubator.

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Fish Family Farm - that's what we were thinking... plenty of LEGOs around the house

[@GoodLizardlicks]

@@whitehouseonthehill ha ha don't I know it! So many Legos we keep finding then even after sweep up time.

[@mursad1137]

I’ve got a few interesting ideas! -turn a cupboard/drawer into an incubator -turn a giant pipe into an incubator -some weird incubator that is underground -use one of those bulky old TVs empty it and turn it into an incubator! Hope you guys like one of these ideas love ur vids!

[@gunpeigun_pei1224]

You have wonderful sons, wife, farm, cute animals.... Wonderful family. Love watching your channel.... 👍

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Gunpei gun_pei - thank you so much

[@bobwhite4701]

What a confidence builder for a child. Congratulations Ely!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Bob White - ❤️

[@douglamoy5838]

I bet you have more in lego's and gadgets than the cost of a new incubator lol. But it was a super fun to watch experiment, the boys seemed to love it(Eli's giggle while the lego's were being dumped out was priceless), and it just made me smile, while everything is so chaotic in our world right now. Good job.

[@mugglemunchies3327]

I loved Legos as a kid, still do. That was AWESOME!! Eli, you are a Lego master!!

[@alyssamartell6334]

You should make a Incubator that looks like a bird house

[@nellcovington4001]

That turkey sure has some great bragging rights: the first turkey ever hatched in a lego incubator! What a great project to do with your sons! I'm curious what the FINAL incubator ended up costing (not counting the things that didn't work). Great job guys!

[@stephaniknight5809]

What can you use? Lincoln logs? Like a mini log cabin incubator. Clay? Playdough?

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Stephani Knight - I like the Lincoln log idea 😀

[@caitlynlankford8366]

Build an incubator out of a resin cast. See through all the way.

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Caitlyn Lankford - interesting idea... I'll have to think about the shape I'd want to make on that one!

[@lynild]

White House on the Hill make it egg shaped and have a motor turn the entire incubator instead of each egg. It would be an eggcubator 😆

[@middleeasternvibes7981]

@@lynild i like that idea..

[@JamesStasa]

My daughter Eleanor loves the Lego incubator and loves building creations with her Legos too.! She just watched the episode and was so excited to see the Lego build.

[@laminae-R]

Make an incubator out of all recycled materials, i know it's probably been done but it would be a good way to make more people aware of what you can do with supplies that may just be lying around

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Isabella 304 - fun idea

[@TheConative720]

What a cute and creative idea!!!!!

[@sarahimelena1027]

Eli: ready set gooo! Drops one lego😂😂

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Sarahi Melena - 😂

[@jimbiggar]

Such a fabulous family project. You’re the best family ever! Thanks for sharing your journey!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

jim biggar - ❤️

[@alir9929]

This was really cool!! I have a suggestion for the next one, maybe try to make an incubator out of recycled plastic (like melting down milk cartons) Or make a completely clear one out of resin, perhaps put some colorful egg shells in the resin?

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Ali R - the resin idea is a really cool one

[@hollandsheroes8040]

Incubator ideas: old dorm room size refrigerator, dollar store cheap foam cooler, a 2 or 3 gallon bucket from your local bakery, or even a Rubbermaid style tub. Any of these things would be easy to get a hold of cheap or free for those who are on a budget. I would like to see you include links to the heater/fan and other parts you use. Maybe see how cheap you could build one.

[@aviscorvus7368]

The LEGO masterpiece.

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Hioi - thanks!

[@aviscorvus7368]

White House on the Hill No problem!

[@shifarahman1967]

@@whitehouseonthehill hi

[@teardropheart4503]

aww, ive missed watching this channel! Ive been so frikin busy I havent had time. I'm glad that I could finally make it on time!!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Teardrop Heart - thanks for watching!

[@sana7039]

I absolutely love Alchemist Farm! They're amazing and I love their commitment for sustainability. I have some quails from them and I absolutely love how blue their eggs are. :)

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Oksana - awesome!

[@ErdriedDeirdre]

You guys make me want 5 acres and an incubator. 😂🤣

[@whitehouseonthehill]

ErdriedDeirdre - 👏🏼

[@tobzyjay6988]

Lol

[@YowellsHoppinHilltopFarm]

Awesome video I love it. I challenge you to make an incubator out of a birdhouse. I think it would be an awesome project and I would love to see how you do.

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Yowell’s Hoppin Hilltop Farm - thanks 😀

[@donnalieblick8478]

Fantastic project!--thanks for all the work and fun!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Donna Lieblick - thank you!

[@lordfaladar6261]

I would like to see one made from an old milk container. my feet hurt just seeing all those legos!!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Lord Faladar - I step on one everyday! I love and hate them 😂

[@SaintsRainbowGirl14]

I bet Eli had a GREAT TIME with this brilliant project!! What a VERY creative idea!!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

R. Kennedy Fox - thank you ❤️

[@galatiabinger4343]

Maybe try to make an incubator out of popsicle sticks or soda cans or out of a laundry basket

[@HoneyBeeHeidi100]

I love that Eli named his chick Lego!!! So cute!! 💛💛💛

[@typicalt-mart5147]

I've been subscribed to this channel since 15k subscribers and I was so happy when they reached 100k now were nearing 500k and i'm just so excited with all the growth and hard work. Keep Up The Good Work Guys.👍

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Typical T-Mart - thank you so much for the support!

[@L8Apple]

Guys make an incuvator out of left over parts from other videos or from Shed/Garage

[@eliseb5918]

Good Job guys! Keep up the good work and thank you for making my day!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Elise B - thanks!

[@saniyajoseph4008]

Please hype this up.....this deserves lot of attention ⚠️

[@CorbanArthur]

So cute I've been watching sense you started and we are getting a lot of chickens we already have 18

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Corban Arthur - congrats on all the chickens 👏🏼

[@CorbanArthur]

Im asking my parents to get olive eggers too.

[@gailbolton4891]

Great job, Ely! (and Dad) And welcome to the world, Lego!

[@sebastianbeck3566]

I love your guys video! They are amazing! I have 11 chickens and am incubating about 25 more right now. I have Jersey Giant chickens and my rooster, Bob, is about the size of a hen turkey. I really, really encourage and challenge you guys to incubate Jersey Giant eggs. You will really have fun with Jersey Giants because of their sheer size, I hope to see a video on incubating Jersey Giants. Have a fun time doing it!😃

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Sebastian Beck - thanks! We've had them before. Hard to tell the hens apart from Australorps. We may have one in our flock right now.

[@syhrhskry]

This is the coolest thing ever!!! And the most creative way!

[@MoMakki]

I have been watching your videos for a long time an love what you guys do

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Boss vlogs - thank you!

[@PathwaysHomestead]

We started our channel last year right before Baker Creek Spring Planting Festival,we saw you there but didn't know who you were, we were looking forward to meeting you this year, but that has changed. We go to KC several times a year, maybe when this is all over we could meet up sometime.realy liked the Lego incubator, Gary

[@floofybunnyz]

I hope you guys get those types of eggs again. I was really excited to see what they would hatch out as and how they would look.

[@The.Brennen]

Try building an incubator with popsicle sticks! I hope whatever you choose works out! Have a good one!

[@dragett34]

I bet you could make one out of a sterlite or Rubbermaid like container pretty easily!

[@mistybankfarm6931]

Nice idea

[@stephanieetter5396]

Way to go guys!! I can't wait to see Lego grow up!!

[@LuseTane]

Cute!!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Sweetmz * - thanks!

[@karnwilliams7609]

Eludai was havin' the time of his life!

[@johnchase4408]

Have you given any thought to uploading more content during this time when we're all stuck at home??

[@whitehouseonthehill]

John Chase - it takes a lot of time to produce a hatching video... I worked on that for the last two months. But we're always working on new video ideas

[@OnlyTheChronic]

I LOVE the Lego idea! I'm currently have 2 that I'm working on, an antique Pepsi machine and a small Deep Freeze hoping to have them done by this Fall. Possibilities are endless with things you can use.

[@bededavies560]

Great job guys

[@kapunchino8147]

Make an incubator out of feathers, hay, leaves, or anything outside!

[@adolfodeanda8714]

Make a styrofoam egg incubator it holds heat beter

[@txghpo]

Eli is so lucky!! What an amazing dad and mom!!

[@duck1049]

MAKE AN INCUBATOR OUT OF YOURE MERCH i think it would be cool but only wrap the walls om merch it may not hold up

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Ducky Duckling - shameless march plug 😂

[@wendy833]

Lego is a cute little baby. That incubator was awesome.

[@hamburger72]

Eli is so excited edit: did white house on the hill reply?

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Krystian Kolasinski - 😀

[@lenora2545]

What a fun learning experience for your family and us!

[@kasrenzo3116]

Make an incubator in a fish bowl!!

[@mistybankfarm6931]

Cool idea maybe test it yourself I'm not the one to make crazy inventions but you seem creative give it a go! Plus maybe a stone one would be cool!

[@jmd2432]

Try making an incubator out of an old wine-cooler. It is insulated, has a peltier disc in in that can heat and cool (just switch the peltier disk wires and it heats rather than cools) and will be approx 20 to 25 degrees different than the environment which it is in. Most have glass doors so you can observe what is going on inside. -- As a shop tchr we did this years ago and it was successful. Great building project for my students and they got to see eggs hatch also. --- Good luck with your next build.

[@brucegehrig531]

Probably my favourite video you guys have done! Such a fun video!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Bruce Gehrig - that's so great to hear, thank you very much!

[@Cosmic_Kitten2]

I knew y’all would name that one chick, LEGO! And whaddya know....LEGO it was!😅

[@rachel0324]

Eli:redy...set...go!!! One lego falls out Eli:makes disappointing face

[@kobehawthorne7667]

Try to make an incubator out of a styrofoam cooler, that you can buy at a gas station, BUT with a budget of $50 not including the cooler. Good luck, and may the odds forever be in your favor.

[@madginger3634]

So cool! Lincoln Logs?

[@yeah4me1]

Yes, that would be interesting!

[@taniaburton7559]

One of the very best videos I've ever seen! This had a lesson in every subject I could think of!!

[@PaulaJoDavis]

Well, that was pretty amazing! Well done WHOTH!! Shalom and Blessings!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Paula Jo Davis - thank you so much!

[@nancylitton390]

GREAT way to make memoirs! Thank you for sharing.

[@karenconnolly5253]

i love wellsummers they are sooo big. but very good natured. i have only 1 in my flock tho

[@loraineleuschke4186]

Great building job Eli. Great science class. Let LEGO know. You guys are all the bomb!

[@lovelessbachelor]

Haven't watched the video yet but Lego chickens I rest my case

[@cassidykowalewski386]

I think you should get a big chunk of hollow wood and make a incubator.You guys are so talented I would never be able to do something like that.

[@mynamesjeff6122]

Try a pizza box 👇 👇

[@kellycarver2500]

We use my 20 quart stewpot with a heating pad in the bottom, and a small cup of water, and keep the lid on and covered w a towel. Keep a thermometer in there and make sure it doesn't go too high. We hatched five this way so far.

[@dylpickle6123]

Them: We sent you precious eggs... and you put them in a LEGO INCUBATOR. We wanted them to HATCH. lol

[@gamerboy_wolfley4724]

I’m starting a farm can I have any tips please

[@jimjimvlogs]

Edgar Sánchez Juarez dont give up, it’s really tough but rewarding, I’m also starting a small farm I guess you could call it

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Edgar Sánchez Juarez - what do you want to do with it? Grow food, raise animals?

[@gamerboy_wolfley4724]

I love 🐓 Chickens and 🦆 Ducks and that’s all

[@sarah-os9yd]

I get so happy and excited when I see a new posted video like seriously one of my favorite youtubers

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Sarah C - we really appreciate it, Sarah

[@beluraven1244]

It took me a few hours to realize They actually do live in a White House on a hill

[@marianpizeno8511]

Make one using plastic bottle lids! Collect lids then melt them down to create the walls and such. It would be a great way to reuse plastic so it wouldn't be going in the trash!

[@filin._]

Hi! Watch the video about the incubator which is also made from a construction set.This video is called - Инкубатор из Lego EV3

[@NancyBryantIdeas]

An incubator out of egg cartons.

[@whitehouseonthehill]

YHVH WINS L'OLAM - we've got plenty of cartons, that's for sure!

[@concara86]

I hatched out an egg using an egg carton and a heating pad a few years ago. I used one of those Styrofoam cartons and put a bit of water in some of the empty spots. Had a meat thermometer to keep an eye on the heat. I think only 1 out of 4 hatched.

[@mistybankfarm6931]

Cool idea but I'm concerned about the eggs, what if a fire starts? Those are flammable right?

[@snowflake4339]

So cute!

[@mizzenmonkey]

This is the time of year when chick fever sets in, for sure. It is REALLY hard not to go get an incubator, but then I would have to build a bigger barn! I am thrilled that my Serama/silkie hen has three eggs under her- should be hatching early April- to help alleviate the itch for an incubator. Watching yours hatch helps too. Thanks! What an amazing idea- and kudos to you for involving your sons so much in what you do.

[@p.d.b1602]

I have a challenge for you if you can get the supplies for an incubator but dumpster diving and make it work

[@sarahmcalpine2058]

Lincoln Logs next! Love your videos...I always look forward to them!! ❤👍💯😁

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Sarah McAlpine - sounds good

[@demopuppy2238]

about 4 days ago I got my first pet birds! They’re Fantail Pigeons and are very beautiful, however they weren’t hand raised and aren’t familiar with human contact. I’ve bought and put together a big coop with plenty of food which they’re eating and a bath which they seem to like. I realised that it takes a while for them to grow closer but is there any tips you could give to help them be more confident with people? Thanks :) also amazing incubator! Very cool

[@twobrokewolves5884]

Spend time with them, put a chair in the coop and read a book or watch vids on your phone. Regardless of the animal just spending time with them will do wonders :) Good luck!

[@mistybankfarm6931]

Cool pigeons are ADORABLE also from my experience with chickens and soon-to-be ducks just interact with them but let them be who they are and give it TIME key word time. This worked on my before my maltreated chicken named luna who now comes at the word "treats"! ( Watermelon and bread are her favorite)

[@weibie]

I saw a few videos by some people who made incubators out of just plastic water / soda bottles, surprisingly they actually seemed to work.

[@weibie]

Okay I found out what that video is called: "Water bottle Egg incubator #2" by: Imaginative Guy I don't know if this is legitimate or not but if it is it'd be great to try it out!

[@cindyshipp4124]

Great job. Thanks for the history of the final one. Persevering pays off. Great lesson learned.

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Cindy Shipp - thank you so much!

[@iluvsk8rss]

Omg I can’t believe you guys actually made that work 😂👏🏽👏🏽

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Nina Nicolosi - thank you!

[@maisiethedog3739]

I love you so muck keep up the good work

[@normayost9675]

Please hatch a button quail… They r adorable!!

[@Susannah99]

Next.. Lego coop. Kidding. Oh man that would take Forever. 😂😂

[@whitehouseonthehill]

Susannah Auwerda - haha! Totally. Like $10,000 in LEGOs 😂

[@Susannah99]

@@whitehouseonthehill I was thinking bigger~ Millions HAHAH

[@barbarasandow8778]

Just watched James May’s “Toy Stories” on Prime. In episode 6, season 1, he builds a full-size house with more than 3 million Legos. Great fun and it turned out really cool! All the episodes are great.

[@angelfire007]

So creative and sweet! You teach your sons so many valuable things about life. Your family is amazing. 🌈🦋💕

[@whitehouseonthehill]

* Angelfire * - thank you ❤️

[@theadventuresofsandyland4961]

What a fun way to involve the kids 😀 thanks for your videos I really love them and look forward to every time I see a new video up from you😀 it’s such a nice distraction from what is going on outside at the moment! Hope you are all safe and well look after yourselves and the animals. Sending best wishes from England!

[@whitehouseonthehill]

The Adventures of Sandy Land - thank you so much, we really appreciate it