I’m building my dream custom library from scratch (Story 60)

[@hanzon]

Hope someone sponsors you with a table saw, you are really doing a great job with your cabin.👍

[@robertjames-life4768]

At least a good circular saw!

[@mnap1595]

Something you can do, if you don't manage to get a table saw, is clamp a long and hopefully straight board down the length of the board you need to cut. Then butt the side of the jig saw/circular saw against that board as a guide. It still won't be perfect but it will be faster and better than freehand.

[@rhondaellis1215]

Grandmother in Texas enjoying your content. It never ceases to amaze me how much in common our humanity shares. I've been renovating a cedar cabin on my own since my husband died unexpectedly six years ago. Your videos inspire me and remind me of my purpose here. Function should always yield to aesthetics. This is how beautiful things exist. Thank you for the reinvigoration.

[@lisam145]

Stopping to work outside in the wonderful weather was a good use of time. I liked seeing your parents in the background of your last vid. Blessings to you all

[@71suns]

Oh Rosie... thank you for being here this morning. Now... I'll sit here with my morning coffee and spend this time with you. 🫂🌹🫂

[@jeannettebarnes4283]

Rosie don’t be so hard on yourself ❤️you do a wonderful job!

[@morganeriksson5842]

Agree !

[@maryannknox7158]

Yes Yes Yes she is so Amazing 🤩

[@louriga]

In fact when I read the “thank you for watching” at the end of the video I say aloud…. Thank you??!! , you mean we should thank YOU for such a wonderful work you do and the time it adds to record it, edit it and share it with us. THANK YOU ❤❤ .

[@Amanda-jd8xs]

Happy days, another Rosie video 😊 Remember craft is exact, imperfection is art 🌸

[@sherierodriguez7708]

❤❤hahahaha your so sweet!! "Is that a sentence, yeah its good enough!" ❤❤😂😂😂 I love you so much Rosie

[@lindadelzer423]

Isn't it amazing how quick we think we can build something and then realize how long it really does take. 😂 Your build is going great. Take your time and enjoy. Glad your parents had a nice visit.

[@sparrowsknow8491]

Thank you so much for this channel, Rosie. I’m a 37 year old mother in the US and I find you so inspiring every day. I recently bought a 100 year old home and you’re videos have helped me be able to see so many possibilities ❤. Please don’t ever stop. God bless

[@darrellchristie643]

Hi Rosie. This channel (well... all channels really) seem a dream for the introverted. You get to share... but at a distance, and you get to control the whole interaction. There can be dangers to this approach, which I believe you are becoming more and more aware of as time goes by. Self awareness and insightful introspection takes one only so far along the path of life. You are gaining hard-won confidence daily... and I suspect long held personal values are evolving, and changing, due this life you are literally building for yourself. You are "proving" yourself. I probably should stop here... but there is something about your channel that is appealing to me - even though it is a one-way street. I find it quite interesting to feel emotionally attached to you (there's some strange responsibility there for you too as the content creator). No other channel in my feed does this... and I think it is because I too have so wanted to leave the outside world and just build my own safe place. It is fascinating to watch you grow... thank you for being secure enough to allow me (us) to watch it happen.

[@M5TABBYCAT]

Nicely said. 👍

[@tammydee9700]

Ya, another relaxing vid from Rosie. So talented at all you've done so far. 🦋

[@debravanwinkle3946]

Rosie I’m so glad that you an your parents had some time hiking in all that beauty near an around an enjoying fruits an veggies from your garden 👍on camera your build on a crooked house your never know it it’s amazing the work an pride you put into everything you touch so from all of us we send you 👍👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😁😀

[@milkweeddreams8828]

I love watching you persevere, your work and your plans are wonderful and the way you execute each project always puts me in a work mode fixing up my little house...love that you and your mom went on hikes and shared garden work and bounty...love your vlog Rosie, you inspire, even in my semi-old(73) age, keep it up girl...!

[@71suns]

I feel the same.

[@AtkinsSJ]

That library is going to be so beautiful when it's finished! Thank you for making these videos, I really appreciate how calming they are.

[@chrisfowler5079]

Looking good again.🙂 just a quick note. The smallest length of timber you should be cutting on that chop saw is 200mm. Nothing smaller. We don’t want accidents! 😊

[@janalavtizar4426]

I always enjoy your choice of music, but today (Cladding) it seemed especially appropriate 😉The beauty of the room though!

[@lindastrous5243]

Everything looks great. Managing the build, you are doing wonderful. Thank you for sharing. Love the hiking with your mother.

[@71suns]

My eyes filled with tears watching Rosie and her mom hiking together. Both my parents have been gone for quite some time now...we never did anything together so enjoyable. It lifted my heart to know such a relationship exists.

[@michelleduncan3911]

My daily motto is “that’s good enough” 🤣 great idea to add a library!

[@rthresher]

Using tape to create a 3D visualisation is genius Rosie. The magazine shelf too. I was waiting for you to cut it or decide to cut it and lay it flat. The 45 degree is going to be so satisfying aesthetically. Way to think outside the box!

[@SU_HU]

❤ Perfect Sunday viewing! 🙏🏾 ❤

[@kleinehexe4140]

I was waiting all Sunday long for this vlog. Thank you Rosie. Hälsningar från Tyskland

[@ahkkariq7406]

I love your work. I just have to mention that the birch tree lying on the ground has such dense bark that if you don't do anything with it you risk the whole tree rotting. You should either remove the bark or at least make some cuts in it, possibly saw it in the length of firewood so that it can dry from the edges if you are going to use it for that purpose when you have had the chimney repaired. Birch is the best wood for fires in the north, but it is also considered one of the better types of wood for making furniture and objects. Maybe you should ask your neighbor who put down the tree for you - he probably knows better about the conditions where you live than where I get my knowledge from in Norway.

[@wildaltarose]

I have often looked at the massive log and wondered when it will get cut up and used. It seems to be in the way as you walk around your property. You mentioned a chain saw at one time. Hopefully someone will donate one for you.

[@ahkkariq7406]

@@wildaltarose She has taken care of the wood, and chopped it up.

[@ronnieroberts7189]

Love today’s video. You’d think I was getting a wonderful new home library! Lol. And the end shots with you and your mom-priceless.

[@71suns]

Yes.

[@koosslootweg8500]

I like your designs. They have ‘something’.

[@themomandthemaverick]

I think that everything is looking great. I feel you are much to hard on yourself, since you are creating a beautiful home! I wish you could see how wonderful of a job you are doing, we all think so. You got this girl!!

[@CourtneySchwartz]

Bold of you to assume a floor is level and square. 😂 Despite what’s thrown at you, you learn and persevere with a vision, and that makes your videos inspiring. Well done!

[@AJ-rv3kt]

I find it refreshing, Rosie, to see your flubs along the way of lovingly crafting something. So many DIY videos on youtube are curated to make viewers think creating something is easy when it's not. For me, one project is usually fraught with endless trips to the hardware shop to get things I forgot or didn't know I needed. A project rarely comes together smoothly or in one go. Back and forth to the store I go, quickly losing momentum and motivation. I have a fear of any project that requires me to measure and cut anything because I know I will do it wrong at least twice. Thank you for having the confidence and humility to show realistic DIY

[@pimkas]

Can’t wait to see the finished library!

[@SDJ8893]

I'm so amazed at your talent! You've inspired me to do so many things on my own. I planted my first garden after watching you and your mom build yours out last year. I built a catio on the back of my house for the cats. And I think you mentioned you will be building a murphy bed in that room which I will be building in my house soon. So I hope I get to watch you build yours before I have to start mine. Thank you again for filming and doing all that you do as well as sharing it with us!!!!

[@joeb4142]

She mentioned a Murphy bed as an option but ruled it out because it would make a whole wall unusable for other things.

[@suzynelson7455]

Your doing great with your gardening! So happy to see your parents lending a hand. You're all so hard working! ❤

[@maryannknox7158]

This Library 📚 Living space is going to be so Amazing!Please give yourself more credit for the skills you’ve learned and are still learning but most importantly your bravery to at least go ahead and Try !You are renewing Your Home 🏡 and surroundings it is mind blowing what you’ve accomplished and achieved all by yourself no one is there teaching you how to do carpentry 🪚 you are self taught….EPIC YOU ARE SO AMAZING 🤩

[@tanjawilli1781]

thank you for making my Sundays🥰…big hug from the lake of Zurich😘

[@pattiboyd4674]

Your home is so incredibly beautiful! I look forward to each video, following along with all your projects. Thank you for sharing a bit of your life with us ❤

[@nellieolguin-davis1519]

Hello nice addition to a happy ending with Mum and Dad visiting and you going for a walk with Mom !!!❤❤❤

[@gwyn192]

It all looks soooo good! When planning out shelving and closets in a room, we often map it all out with tape on walls and floors then make adjustments as needed. The tape helps with visualization and function Sooo clever how you will utilize the ladder!

[@LaFarmhouse]

love your cottage style & garden

[@h2alo]

I love how you made those non-essential nails look decorative...and therefore appear to be intentional! I laughed because we DIYers often have to be creative like that! I LOVE your videos. You are amazing and inspiring!

[@tina_W7]

I love your videos as I'm so inspired by you. You're amazing. Please don't sell yourself short and be proud of yourself & your accomplishments. I live in Georgia in America & you're inspiring people all across the world. Keep up the great work & know you are making a difference in people's lives.God bless! 😊❤

[@TheGravitonVon]

Thank you for this Sunday's video, I've come to like your story, your parents and your quirky home too. I always worry that you'll either starve or freeze to death out here in the Winter, then you send a lovely video, a cup of tea and a biscuit with wool socks. Oh joyeux! Thank you so much for the lovely and educational arc of your life.

[@etoylemckee6832]

You know I always watch each session more than once. I sit and knit for a while and then I say to myself that even at 80+ I can still give things a try. You’re my inspiration

[@carolbulmer8253]

Hi, Rosie. I love watching design then build what you have imagined. What you have done so far looks great❤️

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Rosie, everything you build turns out beautiful, have faith in your ability, you are so creative, you bring things to life. 💚

[@moda78z]

Despite all your struggles you get back at it. You’re doing a wonderful job, Rosie. ❤️

[@monikacarless_wordwitch]

A library of one's own is the best thing ever! I love the music and editing you added on that wall build Rosie.

[@kellybutler682]

Rosie you are doing such well thought out plan how you want things to look and I see it looks so you in every room. Your a calming person the way you design.The light wood and just clear coating brings out the wood grain color which most people like.Helps keep it simple clean and bright looking.I love the peace you have and the adventures you bring us on with you . thank you for letting me see Sweden

[@Anita-rq9ev]

I'm impressed and admire your talent and determination Rosie 👍

[@jsvensson8234]

You got me a little choked up there at the end. Going to call my mum first thing in the morning and plan out our next get-together 🥰 You're doing so great on your build and I just love following along. After watching a video of yours I always come out feeling happier and more motivated than before 🙏🙏🙏I wholeheartedly appreciate you 💕

[@JR-kz2xn]

Really enjoy watching your endeavors, Rosie. You're amazing. Thank you for sharing.

[@astzfat3319]

Your music selections are delightful.

[@danamonicasocarici842]

You are so resourceful and, even if you're not a pro, the result of your DIY work is remarcabile! Keep up the good work, dear Rosie! ❤

[@gailburke4174]

The masking tape was brilliant to help picture what that wall will look like!

[@alisonhammond4662]

I love how you use every last bit of wood etc and not being exact..the quirky and not perfect bits are the bits that will make it home and not just a house..thoroughly loving watching you do all of it and learning as you go.. perfection is over rated 🥰

[@Gadget-76]

I noticed the kitchen wall projected into doorway. It looks like this entrance is narrower too. I know you do things thoughtfully. Why? Thank you! I love your videos. I am too push push and I think of you. Take a breath and slow down. Very inspiring. Thank you Rosie.❤

[@crowfoot1199]

What a wonderful montage at the end there. Really beautifully filmed and edited. I especially liked the transition from car, to various shots of your feet walking, then the camera panning up to see the trail in front, then followed by various trails in quick succession. And how well it went with the music! Your cinematography and editing are always great, but I particularly loved this one.

[@marley1392]

I wish I had had the intelligence you do in building the structures you are doing. I am so proud of you even though I don’t know you except through your videos, I feel close to you just watching you grow in building a new home. So happy for your growth both inside and outside of your property…. Much Happiness to You….♥️ A Friend in North America, Marley from Missouri

[@timjohnson67]

Oh and your cinematography is always excellent.

[@tara7550]

Rosie your drive and determination is to be admired and followed by so many of us . I would have bought the cabin tooas you did as its beautifully situated and has a nice energy about it, but I would have just kept coming back for only 6 months of the year to do DIY stuff to bring the place up to scratch with the fundamentals ( heating, water, insulation, greenhouse etc). The rest of the time I would have worked in London or wherever the money was to raise funds for the Spring/Summer period. Plus such an approach would have given my body and mind a break from the stress of trying to carry on with DIY in Winter with minimal heating, and its an opportunity to see family and friends and research in warmth. After I had managed to get the place up to heating standard i.e fireplace , wooden stove etc then I would have dived in for a longer period over Winter. I would have also purchased a Moped as they require minimal road qualification to use in just about all countries and would have given me a backup on the days I was unwell but still needed to trek into town for supplies - especially if you become injured this could be a life saver. The bike is great keeps you fit and robust but depends on you remain fit and robust to use it. Your pioneer approach amazes me but does make me worry like an old Aunt for your well being if something should go amiss as you are very isolated even from your nearest neighbour and northern winters can be very unforgiving for those who are inexperienced to its harshness. Plus I would recommend in relation to your vegetable garden/ greenhouse that you look into ELECTROCULTURE -GARDENING -- with a little bit of copper wire you can plug into the natural energy field of the Earth by using the copper wire wrapped around a pole near your vegetables and staked into the ground. It creates an electromagnetic field around your vegetables /plants and helps them to grow faster and more plentiful. It will be a great plus for you and hopefully reduce your food bill over time. Best wishes

[@chantaln6843]

I love watching you think through things and using the tape as a simulation was genius. I also love it when you’re mom & you are collaborating together. It’s such a warm loving sight. You are very creative and innovative… you’re awesome 😊

[@timjohnson67]

Brilliant job overall. You live in the real world where we plan, adapt and modify. I love your ideas and the end results. Thank you for sharing and inspiring from the Isle of Man.

[@Americanmapping44]

Was lovely to see you gardening and hiking with your mom again Rosie 🥰 the book case will come together beautifully don't stress too much

[@kimgregory2781]

The tape was a great idea to help visualize the cabinets and the shelves. I’ll have to try that. I love the greenhouse you and your parents constructed, it has a lot of character. And you’ve already got plants in it, Wow! You are doing an amazing job, thank you for letting us tag along 😊

[@dreamagood8321]

This is going to look so amazing when u are done ! I added some shelving to my laundry room a couple years ago , it’s the best to have all the space to store things . ❤

[@junebug87000]

❤ the background violin concerto is so heavenly ❤

[@janinafisher101]

SO glad you got to go on a hike when your parents were there! I know what a comedy of errors (and tears) it can be when we are trying to do something that is not our everyday work - and worse yet, dealing with an old building when things are crooked and irregular! You are such a trooper, keeping at it in spite of the challenges. You are so inspiring. Your library room is going to be amazing and cozy! May things go much more smmothly from here on in.🤞💝

[@legeneodell5250]

I have been following you from the beginning of your renovation. You have done an amazing job. The gardens came out great and how lucky You are to have your parents come and visit and help you with your dreams. They will be special memorries. can't wait to see library finished.

[@rifka805]

You made my sunday❤Love your videos!!!

[@catherinerosner970]

Rosie you are so much fun to watch, even when you think you are being too tedious! You have a natural sense of humor too! Love watching you transform this sweet place. You and your parents are a gift. So glad they come to visit, help you and explore. Take care.

[@Julia-zj2ch]

Is there any old house whose walls are even or square? Your work is so elegant and lovely. Thank you for sharing it.

[@tegannottelling]

What a beautiful job. Quick tip: When you're hitting the edge of the tongue and grove with your hammer, use a scrap bit of wood between. You can then hit it quite hard without damaging the edge of the T&G then. You are doing really well. Also be careful sanding with one hand on the sander. You may end up with mountains and valleys in your timber as the front and rear of the sander digs in. Two hand produce a more even sand.

[@Linda-zi1ds]

I love when your parents come to visit! It's easy to see where you get you strong work ethic from.

[@dianebaker5243]

Lovely video, thanks for sharing 👍 🥰

[@tinydancer2951]

We learn from doing. We learn more from mistakes. I love your little house, it is lovely and dreamy. 😊😊❤

[@juliefarine3665]

Thank you Rosie, this video turned out so beautiful! I loved the music and the footage of your hikes. 😊

[@the-reading-lemon]

The cladding looks great! I always love a library. My recommendation before deciding the height of the bookshelves would be to actually hold up the different sizes of books you have and make sure they would actually fit between these shelves. I've certainly had that problem in the past that I forgot to include the actual thickness of the boards in my calculations and then had to change the distance between them because the books wouldn't fit otherwise. Sweden in the summer is gorgeous - I'm glad you had a chance to go hiking with your parents while they were visiting!

[@rolandvasquezguzman9083]

Your parents must be very proud of you, managing your build and life all by your self. Garden and greenhouse looks pretty good for me. I always say when people look at my garden "Nature dont work with a macons level". Its good to see you making progress at your build and dont be to critical with your build, you doing very well. Thanks for sharing

[@vickirickman5828]

You always do a goodnjob. You are so precise in everything you do. Great job.

[@michaelmarston5716]

another great weeks work... looking forward to see the finished room... 👍

[@virginiavanoosten5013]

Now that I see what you're doing with wood on the outer walls, I think putting your bookshelves on an inner wall makes good sense. You're doing such beautiful work! The imagery of nature hikes with your mother are inspiring and precious. Seeing you build the greenhouse together was delightful to watch. Thankyou for all that you share.

[@dianepereira1860]

You can always countersink the nails and fill with paintable wood filler.

[@42apprentice]

The ending with your Mum was beautiful & affecting. x

[@vaijayanti_prememalcolm8160]

Oh your green house is beautiful , Good to see your mum n dad again 🙂

[@sherierodriguez7708]

❤absolutely gorgeous!! You are doing a fabulous job!! So proud of you!! Cant wait to see your entire cabin finished. ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@JapFromBr]

I love your work, I'm a subscriber from Brazil marathoning the videos on your channel... Big hug

[@m_r---123]

Loved the video --- incredible drone footage!!

[@miladywinchester]

You're doing great!!

[@jodyprivee2774]

We don't comment often at all but we have been watching you from your early days and we enjoy every minute of your vlogs. What progress you have made Rosie! And in so many ways...we are an older couple from Phoenix 🏜️... we're proud of you❤

[@clipclopapotamus]

I have recently found and binge watched your videos. I love how you can see the impact of your living and moving around your plot in the winding paths you have created which look amazing in the drone shots.

[@bettybboo5575]

Such a lovely video! Thank you !

[@nanijeanie]

In the USA we put the electric wires behind the wall boards. I love the library!❤

[@HanginOutWithStan]

Rosie, I found you 3 or 4 days ago and have already watched probably 20 or 30 of your videos. You really inspire me. You are a very amazing woman. I have much admiration for you. You are very smart. You are very bold. You are beautiful, inside and out. I love your heart. I love your smile and I love your hair. I need to stop writing and watch more of your videos. Good work Ma'am!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@skyval7926]

I had to comment once more Rosie and say that this is just turning.out so so nice , I've watched the video several times and keep being inspired by it . I love your asthetic , its a darling little house 💜

[@debrawhite5894]

I loved seeing you and your mom hiking together. Thanks for the extra footage. 💕

[@sharonkaysnowton]

Rosie, your library is coming along really well. I can hardly wait to see how it finishes. I am definitely looking forward to seeing how the library turns out. Suerte.

[@Pastelnyan]

I am now all caught up after discovering your channel about 2 weeks ago!! Absolutely love your videos Rosie!

[@pman2916]

I love seeing your parents. Thank you so much for sharing them with us. I lost my mother last year and miss her dearly. I love seeing your mother hiking with you. What a wonderful blessing and memory for you all🙌 Perfect way to end your video. Thank you🙏

[@rosecato7755]

I LOVE your videos. As a young girl, I grew up in the wilderness of Canada, and lived in simple shacks and a log cabin that my father constructed…. Still there from over 60 years ago. So I have some of those same ‘can-do’ blood cells in my body as well 🥹. I have to say I felt some of your frustration with measuring, cutting, remeasuring and recutting….. but some exhilaration when it starts to come together. Hang in there!! You’re doing great! It’s not perfect but your little house will be so much better for having you put so much of yourself into it. Enjoy those wild berries and hoping you take some home and make something tasty with them😊. Enjoy the journey, it doesn’t all happen overnight, as you’re quickly discovering!

[@shannonlynne1558]

You have no idea what your videos mean to me. Your drive, work ethic, and talent are so inspiring. Thank you for sharing.

[@rebeccawallace4240]

Rosie are those drones ,easy to manage, very interested for documentation of our 1st property in our easy 60s lol,blessings sweetie your doing such a wonderful ⚛ for yourself

[@Fabulousfreak189]

Thank you so much for showing the little mistakes that happen. It makes me feel not so alone! I make a mistake or two every single project! It turned out amazing. And you shouldn’t be hard on yourself!!! You’re self taught and all of this is a learning experience. You’re doing fantastic. Thank you for taking us along on the ride

[@alisonhammond4662]

Ohhh so excited..a rosie clip ...yay !!!!!