FOUR Summer Projects on our Highland Croft for 2024. Ep. 278.

[@jayoneill1533]

Shaun, your shop is beautiful. It’s obvious that the Royal Navy trained you well, very shipshape.

[@wendyh2708]

My Dad always had a wood working shop. He could build anything and he could fix anything. To this day, the smell of fresh cut lumber reminds me of my Dad.

[@elainerose2640]

When it comes to wood it is always better to have too much than not enough! 🤣

[@anniepowell7559]

Great video. Looking forward to seeing all the new builds.🇨🇦🇨🇦👍

[@ewanstevenson]

Ooooh, I've got wood envy! Looks a cracking workshop (didn't spot a kettle though). Here's to many years of happy pottering about! ☕☕

[@ianthomas1060]

Duck eggs are blue because they eat Smurfs. Cracking video guys, great to see the wood lasting to the end!. 😅😅😅

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂

[@suzannewch7202]

Wow! I’m exhausted just listening to all your planned projects this year!

[@donaldclukey2776]

Been watching you guys from the beginning, and yes I miss the scenery of the canals, but you guys are building a real life now. And you can tell is so good for Colin, especially with the way Shaun helps with his humor, and attention to Colin's needs as Shaun only knows. Don C. Dexter Maine. Myself and daughter are visiting England next month, and of course with a time line. Would love to meet you two eventually.

[@jilldavies8546]

You guys are going to be SO busy. Sjhaun is really clever.

[@tazpot]

You have done an amazing Shaun, looks brilliant and well sturdy 👍👍

[@catherine3902]

Wonderful 😊. Looking forward to seeing your progress 😊. Good luck 🍀

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@michaelraymond952]

Oh my gosh. You boys make me laugh so hard. Thanks for that.

[@FoxesAfloat]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@timothygriffin1062]

Colin @ 19:30....Egg color is determined by genetics, not diet or anything else.......think how handy blue eggs will be at Easter !!

[@keithsquawk]

Good to see an expert at handling rough wood. Also spotted an Estwing claw hammer -- superb stuff, beautifully balanced and made of the sort of steel where you only hit your fingers once , 'cos it bloody hurts proper! 🙂

[@bettymcwilliams2359]

What a busy season you have planned ! Good luck :)

[@njlauren]

Your story about Shaun and measuring cracked me up. Family had a construction business. They had this subcontractor who did iron work of all.sorts, railings, window guards, you name it. He never used a tape measure or a ruler, he had hos Stick. So a length was 2 and a half sticks, or a quarter of a stick. Then when it came time to install the piece it didn't fit, then it would be 'I measured the damn thing right, it was exactly 3 and a half sticks. The damn dog must have chewed the stick!'

[@jamesvanian5524]

So impressed by your skills and attitude. You have so many projects on the go. I look forward to seeing them in the future. James.

[@rab1780]

Shaun take the jars screw the lids to joist over head then screw the jar to lid saves space👍

[@colleenwood]

Fantastic woodwork in the workshops ….. cannot wait to see the new projects come to fruition. 💜🇿🇦

[@jillipepper5353]

You could add a little wood stove in the workshop barn on some of the stone you could leave and then it would be warmer in cold miserable weather. A couple of old used comfy chairs , a kettle on the stove and it would be like my Da’s workshop from when I was a child. I loved being allowed to curl up by the stove with a book and he’d talk to me, tell me things he wanted me to know about life, how to use tools, all sorts. If his friends came over they’d have a drink or two and I’d be allowed to stay as long as I promised to keep quiet and not tell my mother what/who they talked about or when they swore. 🤣😂 Lots of great memories in there and it wasn’t very big, or as well appointed as yours by any means. Have fun with your projects, the ducks would clear out a lot of the Gorse and weeds, in some countries they hire out flocks of ducks to clear land, same with goats. I’ve seen some videos of them herding big flocks of ducks along dirt roads, it’s amazing what they can do in a day or two and then the ducks are fed too. 🥰🙋🏼‍♀️

[@thedude6688]

Who gets excited about wood,raise your hands🎉🎉😂😂

[@alistairholes7633]

Excellent vlog today Colin and Shaun can't wait to see the duck's. I must say Shaun you've done an amazing job with your workshop, hope you both have a lovely evening and a lovely weekend.

[@Silkytoaster]

Love the video . Can’t wait to see the projects .

[@jennywillow9850]

Those motorised barrows are incredible. Dan Preston on Escape to Rural France has used them to clear literally tons of building debris. If you haven't seen his channel I recommend it. One mad man single handedly restoring a burnt out chateau.

[@simonbiggs9102]

10 ❤out ❤of❤10 for a brilliant vlog

[@dorsettyke]

Really enjoying these post-boat videos! 🙂 You guys are smashing it! ( as the yoof say! 😉). Livin' the dream 👍

[@lorigrant8389]

I love your videos always make me smile an make my whole week.🐾🐾 thank you both💋

[@kathyrapiejko6318]

Holy Mackerel, you guys have quite a busy summer planned! And the WEDDING, too!! Can't wait to see how all the projects turn out! 🐝🐓🦆🦅🥦🍓! Sending love & hugs! ❤️🐾🐾❤️

[@gusington13]

Looks great! Sean measuring practice worked perfectly! Your shops are awesome and full of character! Way to go!

[@judyhannah5811]

What a great place you are making for yourselves. Lots of projects to keep you busy for awhile. Looking forward to seeing the progress! Great job on the work spaces…so organized.

[@stephaniewilley2224]

Shaun really knows his wood and I think he should be proud to show his wood to the world. I've certainly enjoyed seeing it all.

[@ironsights9448]

My god they first bit reminded me of dad “it’ll come in hand one day” must be a Kirkby miner thing

[@HilltopFarmHomestead]

We have 18 Indian Runners on our farm. Most of our eggs are either pale pink or white. They are great to have around the farm. So comical and they eat the snails and slugs and tend not to mutilate your garden like chickens do. Best to keep a ratio of 1 drake to 3 hens to keep the peace.

[@sailingfalcornwall1405]

We had Indian running ducks living in our village in Derbyshire - loved them, especially when they held up the traffic! They would parade with the villagers at the opening of the Summer Fete every year. Enjoy!

[@walterfillingham]

Clearly Royal Navy trained, so clean, tidy and well organised 😊 despite living in the Highlands, coming from Aberdeenshire, I have never seen a Pine Martin. That’s the one animal I really would love to see. When I delivered shopping for Tesco, so many customers had Pine Martins coming into their gardens usually eating from bird feeders..

[@Lazzar1958]

Beautiful job Shaun, well planned out & looks fantastic!

[@gschroep]

Too cute this week.

[@RobertSmith-zv1xo]

Love the plans you have and Shaun's talent. 😊 Plus the sense of humor. 😂

[@irenamangone]

Blessings Colin and Shaun love from Queensland Australia great talent Shaun

[@allegro1234]

What a great video. I love hearing about your projects, seeing what you build (beautiful workshops Sean!!), hearing about the new animals….so Impressive!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Awesome, thank you!

[@alienfrommarss]

❤❤ you guys are busy bees!! ❤❤

[@suzannehemmings8545]

You have an incredible workshop which I'm sure you'll be using for many projects.

[@MOON-w3f5v]

allotment brill

[@stellalaurie4841]

Beautiful work shop Shaun. I love it. So organized 👍

[@hughcrawford1978]

I love the direction you are heading in. I realise that plans have to be flexible and can change for lots of reasons. All the best, take care and enjoy what you are doing.

[@FBASD01]

Nice list of projects!

[@terencepriestman317]

Laughed from start to finish. Love watching you ❤️

[@makeminecaffein8ed]

I'm so happy to see you two so busy and happy. I'm guessing you're not content unless you're working on some project or other.

[@hughcarson6837]

Well done Sean with all your wood working.

[@Goldie644]

Really jealous of those workshops !

[@johnschmuck5589]

Nice workshop! How big is the Croft?

[@SandieMitchell]

🤣Watching you guys always makes my day! The plans for the croft are fantastic, and I hope to get my hands on a jar or two of the marmalade.😋 Have a wonderful weekend!🤗

[@rikkiharcourt3868]

What a treat to have all your screws in the right place and all your bits nice and handy. Lovely job.

[@jennywillow9850]

Nothing says love like matching work benches!🤣🤣

[@ournarrowboatquest4894]

You’re gonna bee busy, busy bees! Love ya! ❤

[@bennysh]

Loved to see Shaun so active and doing what he loves, working with wood when you got all the right tools is fantastic. Great vlog as always!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks 👍

[@neikocoleman9856]

My hubby’s a nightmare with his tools. Can’t find a screwdriver so he goes to screwfix and buy more. I get the dumping ground. Looking good though very well made xxx

[@dr.kerstinjoost]

I love this video❤

[@shirleyr-k404]

Keep up the great work. Love it❤

[@maggiechandler8319]

Thank you once again Shaun and Colin for a very great and interesting video, and hope all your projects come true cant wait to see them,

[@FoxesAfloat]

Fingers crossed!

[@spalmer4609]

That's a well thought out and organized workspace to be proud of! Shaun, you have a real talent for "reading and listening to the wood" as my dad the word worker often said. It's a beauty for sure xx

[@irenamangone]

Must say I'm a tad envious lovely where you are

[@martinberry4315]

Good on you lads. It's great seeing you both looking happy and enthusiastic. Fantastic.

[@marilyncalvert4143]

You guys are amazing! You’re both so talented. Any parent would be so proud to have you as your son. You both are so lucky to have found each other.

[@FoxesAfloat]

You are so kind

[@lloydpenfold486]

Love watching the Croft updates, seeing what you're up to. Plenty of laughs, too! You're both well matched together. When you get the ducks, please name one of the drakes 'Charlie'! Enjoy your lives, guys.

[@Earle63]

Oh that is exciting! That will be so nice🙂

[@lynn-in-the-tanglebox]

Fab vlog,I foresee a lot of work(and naps😂) majorly impressed with tidy workbenches and shelves,his nibs is retired diesel engine worker,you’ve never seen such a messy **** ever,his workbench was a pile of tools,oddly he could find whatever he needed,now he can’t find dishwasher tablets,we have three huge tool boxes in the shed,most tools are on the bench 🤷🏻‍♀️ Can’t wait to see everything come together,ooo….fowl,we saw an Egyptian goose on our walk round Daneshill lake,then,few days later,another closer to home,handsome chaps they were,never seen any before. Happy stone hauling,gorse removing,pond digging,fencing,path making and napping xx ..oh and measuring 😂 x

[@cfladyread3494]

I love your projects. What a year to look forward to. This all sounds very ambitious and a tight schedule. Train barn, honey, marmalade, new bee hives, chicken run, eggs new fencing. And a pond with ducks!!!!! And a kitchen garden protected allotment. Wow, Wow, Wow. I am exhausted.🥺😓

[@timothygriffin1062]

@ 8:30....I predict you will find TREASURE buried underneath the stones !!!

[@jolp37]

Amazing work Shaun - very well done. You pair are a couple of busy bees just like Colin's bee friends you never stop - good luck.

[@annwagner5779]

What a great pair of workshops! All looks good and solid. You’ll enjoy working there, side by side. And such plans for work! You’ll have a lot to do. I shall look forward to seeing your progress.

[@jimbone9742]

Shaun is a genious even a national treasure.

[@anndraycott]

Awwwwww indian running ducks how awesome!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@cweenmjory6358]

Shaun, you've got a real talent for carpentry! Your work looks absolutely beautiful. I don't know how you boys manage to find the time for all your projects -- and plan a wedding! I find it hard enough to get up in the morning. 😜 Have a lovely weekend! 💖💖💖💖

[@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian]

Four exciting projects which will certainly keep you occupied and us entertained. Good luck. 👏👏👍😀

[@carolsullivan3686]

You guys are amazing!!!

[@lindastorey6685]

I so look forward to my friday chuckle with you guys ,stay well .

[@jimmisura6533]

Wow this vlog covered a lot. I’m really impressed by how much you guys are taking on. The raised garden beds are a great idea not just for adding good soil but will be easier on Shaun’s knees. Good luck 🍀on all your endeavors. Cheers from Florida ☀️🌴🌴🌴

[@mmsmits2868]

My dad, back in The Netherlands, converted an old farmhouse to a family home using his hands for most measurements. He got pretty good at it although it was still wrong more than half the time. There was a certain level of charm to it, I must admit. Anyway, stay warm so you don't slice up your shirts, and have a great week!

[@joshubrook324]

You are a genuine shedi knight

[@WilliamKerr-hc9zn]

Great vlog as usual guys have a great weekend

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you! You too!

[@RobertkeithNankivell]

I did like Shaun woodshed you did and I like watching you both Colin and Shaun and Ollie and Otis and the rest of the Animals that you have love your show ❤❤

[@markbrentley6633]

Sounds like you have your work cut out for yourselves . But it sure sounds like it will be lovely , can't wait to see the progress ! OH Shaun , take care of your wood !

[@FoxesAfloat]

I will 🤣

[@tamithirion7766]

Cheers men 👍 love your upcoming projects, you make my day and happy tears 🤣😂💖🙏

[@nickybee4956]

You two ❤ I love a vlog when it's the two of you. Exciting times ahead with all the projects you have planned. I'll look forward to watching 😊

[@cathrichardsonkiwitt7155]

Love the workshops! And all the plans. Those ducks my friends and I call Mick Jaggar Ducks. They walk like how he use to strut on stage😅🦆

[@katebeattie5540]

Excited for you both! Thanks for bringing us along. All the best.

[@colleenmckinlay2916]

You two are amazing….so many projects. Fantastic. Those raised beds will be fantastic. Much easier to manage for bad backs and sore knees. Even Deer protected. Looking forward to all these great projects. Well done guys!!

[@nbspudley]

Was that the loch ness monster passing by at 15:11? 😂

[@FoxesAfloat]

It was a horse 🐎

[@timothygriffin1062]

Yes......disguised as a horse !!

[@kaybell1501]

You might want to consider making your garden beds narrower so that you can weed right across them with having to walk around . Then you could put your frame over two beds like a series of greenhouses. You could then look at putting greenhouse plastic over one or more in the autumn to extend your growing season. I agree with another commenter that the soil from the barn would be good in the garden beds.

[@christopherbutler7588]

Fab video you have done so much work is looking very nice good luck with all the work 👍 have a lovely weekend 😀 😊

[@ToyotaFJOntario]

Love the plans for the croft ❤️🇨🇦

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@MaggieTremayne]

Lovely homestead you're building for yourselves🙂

[@GordonHudson]

Was that Bigfoot at 15:15 ?!

[@FoxesAfloat]

It was a horse 🐎 😂

[@smnangle]

@@FoxesAfloat what was that at 17:00?

[@keithbarker3696]

Looks absolutely brilliant.

[@rich_john]

All looks fantastic....can't wait to see the progress on the new projects

[@bxmachine]

Workshop looks ace for the new slim looking Shaun!

[@maureenlucas4189]

Oh wow love your workshop you are so clever Shaun look forward to seeing all your new projects Stay safe guys

[@mathewchattaway172]

Great show lads keep them coming

[@tonyowen116]

Great Vlog.... Really enjoy seeing what projects you both have going. Look forward to how things progress with the expansion of the chicken area, as well as Shaun's plans for an allotment area. I am a regular viewer of Gardeners' World. Its amazing what people have done with their allotments across the UK. Cheers....