Making off grid life more comfortable (& we’re on Ben Fogle's New Lives in the Wild!)

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Frankie Off Grid

Frankie Off Grid

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@biserkapetrovic3404
@biserkapetrovic3404 8 ай бұрын
Fifty two years ago I brought a first washing machine. We lived in town, very poor family and washing was done by hand by my mother. The washing day was miserable one, only some soup for dinner, lots of complaining of my mother and mass all around our humble little flat. Washing machine was far away to my parents means. Then I got my first employment very bad payed and still living with my parents, but I decided to buy washing machine. It was big and ugly, but for us it was the most beautiful thing we ever had. My mother used to put the chair in front of the machine window and she was watching the miracle of washing. It took me more than a year to pay the machine installments, almost the third part of my months salary, but I never complained or regret this purchase. It changed our lives to better and I would be grateful for it for ever.
@anadorsamp3560
@anadorsamp3560 8 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤Dios te bendiga grandemente
@Winnie-hq5hs
@Winnie-hq5hs 8 ай бұрын
What a lovely story, thanks❤
@karateana7593
@karateana7593 8 ай бұрын
Great story, what a very thoughtful, kind thing to do for your whole family.
@anniemac3075
@anniemac3075 8 ай бұрын
The less you have the more you appreciate things, so much healthier & happier than wanting everything. Thank you for sharing your heartwarming story.
@SJC49
@SJC49 8 ай бұрын
Your Mom must have been so pleased and proud of you. Giving back to your parents is always a kind and respectful gesture. 🇨🇦
@sarahnd
@sarahnd 8 ай бұрын
I completely understand your excitement at the arrival of the washing machine! After THIRTY years off-grid we finally, this year, got a dishwasher -- a real game-changer. You can imagine that if we have been 30 years off-grid, we are no longer exactly spring chickens... not having that pile of dishes to wash every day is a real joy!
@jonmillhouse8373
@jonmillhouse8373 8 ай бұрын
The things you removed from the back of the washing machine, they're to hold the drum in place when it's being transported I believe
@naomipretorius
@naomipretorius 8 ай бұрын
That's correct, yes.
@Winnie-hq5hs
@Winnie-hq5hs 8 ай бұрын
My grammophone has the same system😊
@xavierwatteeuw8275
@xavierwatteeuw8275 8 ай бұрын
Washing machines typically contain one or more large concrete blocks, which can weigh more than 25kg to prevent them from moving during spin cycles.
@lulubelle0bresil
@lulubelle0bresil 8 ай бұрын
she said so herself!
@Liofa73
@Liofa73 8 ай бұрын
@@xavierwatteeuw8275 --- Yeah but if the washing machine hasn't been levelled using the feet at the bottom and it's not on a solid ground it'll vibrate along and off that pallet.
@lulubelle0bresil
@lulubelle0bresil 8 ай бұрын
congratulations on the washing machine! Carissa, if I may, in this video alone you have TWO potential best-selling prints, Albi "watching tv"(hypnotized by the washing machine) and Albi and João doing the ying/yang sleep in the basket! beijinhos do Brasil
@AleeshaSattva
@AleeshaSattva 8 ай бұрын
I am SOOOOOOO happy that Frankie gets unlimited clean socks to bury now!!!!!!!!!!!!
@inabates8919
@inabates8919 8 ай бұрын
Lmao,😜 yes 👏 😂
@daffs0
@daffs0 8 ай бұрын
😂🤣😂🤣
@becacas5834
@becacas5834 8 ай бұрын
😂🤣💖
@lidijabirsa7768
@lidijabirsa7768 8 ай бұрын
😆🤣🤣🤣
@nickytanton107
@nickytanton107 8 ай бұрын
Lol 😂
@pamalawalker2960
@pamalawalker2960 8 ай бұрын
We live off grid too and have used an automatic machine for a few years. If you do a 30° wash, its plenty warm enough and uses a lot less power. Being able to wash clothes more regularly your clothes don't seem to get so dirty, if you get what i mean. Things are coming together.
@anitabooks888
@anitabooks888 8 ай бұрын
Do you run an automatic washing machine with solar power? How many panels do you have. How many batteries.
@carolinawren3594
@carolinawren3594 8 ай бұрын
am I the only one who thinks that Welsh has to be one of the most pleasant British accents? Not to mention Iwan and Carissa among the most enjoyable hosts on KZbin
@stateofgrace9068
@stateofgrace9068 8 ай бұрын
The transporting rods you have to remove lock the drum in place so it doesn't get damaged during transport - plumber here :)
@artycles
@artycles 8 ай бұрын
I was so excited for you with washing machine, can relate... Big leap forward in the comfort/progress. Well done. Small steps sometimes feel like giant steps.❤
@abigailgerlach5443
@abigailgerlach5443 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the washer! Some appliances just make you happy! Nothing wrong with that! Is there enough room to put the washer somewhere near the shower? Then, all you need is a splitter for the hose! I suppose you could always build a little breeze block shed. "Uncle" Nick would help after he builds his cold room! Lol! Be very careful about the foxes. If they're hungry, they'll go after the cats too, or horror of horrors, Frankie! That's how I lost my cat. Have a good week! Blessed Be!
@Winnie-hq5hs
@Winnie-hq5hs 8 ай бұрын
Oh, how absolutely terrible😢 I hope Diego protects the cats and chickens!
@mikecorcoran6834
@mikecorcoran6834 8 ай бұрын
Being from Texas I'm seeing so many similarities with Portugal weather although we seem to get more extreme conditions as it gets hotter, colder, and a lot more windy. Living on 3 acres I relate with all your challenges. No city water only high priced electric. Your animals are precious. They bring so much joy. God bless you both and your journey.
@silevee
@silevee 8 ай бұрын
I loved the yin and yang of Albi and João in the basket near the end. Hope the washing machine makes life a little easier for you. I'm off to watch 'New lives in the wild' now!
@James-or2lt
@James-or2lt 7 ай бұрын
ha ha i thought of yin and yang too when i saw the cats in the basket. Super cute.
@BethS55
@BethS55 8 ай бұрын
A washing machine is happiness 😊. I'm so happy things are moving fwd for your family! Congrats on everything you've 2 have accomplished!
@carolgoergens9275
@carolgoergens9275 7 ай бұрын
I love the silver tint of your trees
@nancyspence2965
@nancyspence2965 8 ай бұрын
The little things that can make the biggest differences. Good for you two!
@pedrolopesatc6776
@pedrolopesatc6776 8 ай бұрын
TipTopTips -DANGER- Do not use the coiled extension cord with heavy loads ,B ecause it works as an eletric selonoid and can melt the wire insulation ..... besides,,, even with normal loads it increases eletric consumtion.. - In the winter days with low batery , you can use the machine with cold water or low temperature program (engine=just 300w) (heating element =1800 to 2000W) - Check the hose (inLet) filter once a month because u run water from the well... - Find a flat board to put the machine or else soner then later the "machine feet" will fall in the pallet gap when centrifugating 😄 ..... take care
@neutonrenda2303
@neutonrenda2303 8 ай бұрын
How awesome that you guys met Ben, I've always loved watching his shows. Great that he filmed Luke and Sarah as well, I'm going to be sure to look out for it.❤
@JudySnyder-dv5ld
@JudySnyder-dv5ld 8 ай бұрын
I'm happy for yougetting a washing machine! I think your white and gold kitty is happy, too. I just love her.
@Winnie-hq5hs
@Winnie-hq5hs 8 ай бұрын
Lovely video again. The footage of Albi and Joao, Albi and Frankie sleeping=❤❤❤ I totally understand your joy over the washing machine!
@davecleggett9371
@davecleggett9371 8 ай бұрын
Watched Ben Fogle for years, delighted to see you guys on it! Shouted to my wife "I know those two!" 'Know' being slightly exaggerated obviously, having only been subscribed to your channel for a few months now. Another lovely video to watch, thank you, love how Diego follows you everywhere - that's the joy in a rescue dog I guess! Super shot of the two cats in the log basket, how homely is that! Dishwasher next girl - no looking back is there! Keep safe you two!
@moniqueslikkerveer6158
@moniqueslikkerveer6158 8 ай бұрын
So happy for you, guys. A washing machine. Butttt..... I think you should unwind the electrical wire completely. Otherwise it can act like a coil and become hot and even catch fire.
@lyndarobinson2853
@lyndarobinson2853 8 ай бұрын
Lovely vlog this week and you were great on the Ben Fogle programme. You looked as relaxed as you usual laid back selves😊
@kdclothes
@kdclothes 8 ай бұрын
Forgot to add. There is a circle cut out at the bottom of your washer on front you can use a tool to open it if your machine has any sort of issues. It is another drain. sometimes sediment and in my case, cat hair clogs it. it just runs free and cleans out the stuff .
@ruthconstantino6861
@ruthconstantino6861 8 ай бұрын
GREAT tip! says the mom of a kitty who hates😾 being brushed 🙄.
@neutonrenda2303
@neutonrenda2303 8 ай бұрын
Diogo and the cats are seeing it for the first time as well lol. Great addition to make life easier for you guys.👍
@audreyshaw2463
@audreyshaw2463 8 ай бұрын
I watched New Lives with Ben and @lukeandsarahsoffgridlife You did good on your first premiere Iwan and Carissa 👍 and a brand new washing machine as well!! I remember when my late mum got her first automatic washing machine, both she and I sat in the kitchen watching it, just like Mr Albi Cat 😅 It definitely IS the “small things” that make it a wee bit better. Sending over much love and appreciation for bringing us along on your videos, every week. Audrey, from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
@HelenRullesteg
@HelenRullesteg 8 ай бұрын
Just watched the Ben Fogle episode, what a lovely couple Luke and Sarah seem to be. On another note, when you take cuttings, it is usually recommended that you cut it back to just two leaves because as it doesn‘t have roots it cannot sustain lots of leaves and just dries out.
@christinehardiman3069
@christinehardiman3069 8 ай бұрын
I know how you feel to get a washing machine. I was the same when I got a tap and pipes to my sink in Mozambique instead of going to the well and collecting by hand and having to shower in a little bowl with buckets of water. The locals were worse of than us who lived in the Bush that is really off grid. I'm off grid now as well have to have water delivered and have solar have a little washing machine that is for a motor home but does fine for us. We must be thankful of what we have I'm far better off here but I have memories of how the people survive in Moz and my heart is with them walking miles to get water. That to me is really off grid . Please always be happy with what you have and will get I am and say thankyou everyday for what I have and for those who have not . Enjoy your washing machine I do ❤
@agnesoneal7816
@agnesoneal7816 8 ай бұрын
So happy you have a washing machine it’s the little thing you take for granted 🤗
@cliffpowellAmb482
@cliffpowellAmb482 8 ай бұрын
Just a quick thing about electrical safety Clarissa...it is a very good idea to TOTALLY unwind all of the cable form the reel. This is because if you don't, what is still on the reel creates a solenoid, and can generate heat...and melt the wiring in the cable...and potentially cause a fire. That type of reel was BANNED in the Royal Australian Air Force back in the late 1970's - early 1980"s. They have a type of reel which you must unwind in order to gain access to where you can then plug in an appliance (can't quite remember when) for this very reason. I also mentioned this to my BAE Systems Bosses when I was out in Saudi, but they couldn't give a damn... Just thinking of your safety .....Cheers.
@meglange3595
@meglange3595 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the addition of a washing machine!! I very much dislike using public laundromats and couldn't imagine life without my washing machine, so I am "very" happy for you. The kitties in the basket were so adorable I had to screen shot them 😄. Your "premier" night out sounded like great fun. It's so heart warming to see how you all have created such a lovely community of friends/family. Looking forward to new cabin build 👍. Take care!! 🥰♥️
@magicwendy210
@magicwendy210 8 ай бұрын
yay a washing machine 😁 exciting being involved in tv show, onwards and upwards to reach 50,000 subs and beyond 🥳
@shuhubrafik1411
@shuhubrafik1411 8 ай бұрын
It’s so calamine to watch your channel ,music is beautiful ,your animals are happy and both of you are lovely ,God bless you
@shuhubrafik1411
@shuhubrafik1411 8 ай бұрын
I sorry for the typo ,I meant calming
@suedale1865
@suedale1865 8 ай бұрын
A dream come true your off grid washing machine yeah hey 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 what a treat I watched Fogel in the wild you came over very good what lovely people to call friends hope you enjoyed your premiere
@melinda5777
@melinda5777 8 ай бұрын
Enjoyed the entire video! I'm so happy you finally got your washing machine and yes, they do save money! Saw Y'all helping Luke and Sarah way back. And seen all the videos this week! And the watch party pics of Luke , Sarah, Nick, Ang and Y'all! You came off looking good on the behind scene clips of Sarah's. I'll have to wait for KZbin for the Fogel show since I'm in the USA. Can't afford a VPN, but. If I was a KZbin and not just a watcher, I would definitely get one! I don't travel to Europe but once or twice a year to get one. ✝️🙏🇺🇸🇬🇧🇵🇹⛵👣🤗
@Mandy-nw6dv
@Mandy-nw6dv 8 ай бұрын
The balts in the back of the washing machine are to keep the drum still while it's being transported. I only found out from the driver that fitted mine 😅 love your channel. Beautiful animals ❤️ they make me smile as they are all so interested in what u both are doing 😊
@sonyagair1219
@sonyagair1219 8 ай бұрын
So happy for you. Congratulations on the washing machine 😊 I hope someone over there see your video and that they donate all the pallets you're going to build your cabin ❤
@tinanieborg787
@tinanieborg787 8 ай бұрын
what a change to have your own washing machine, i am happy for you, makes it all so easyer
@jessejames5375
@jessejames5375 8 ай бұрын
You could put the washing machine in the hut extension to use the same water supply and drain as the shower into your burried drainage area😊
@SJC49
@SJC49 8 ай бұрын
Such a game changer and money saver. Yeah! Diago - bad fox!! Like the tidy up - spent all day today cleaning, sorting and organizing. Tired but feels great!😍🇨🇦
@pandrew3146
@pandrew3146 8 ай бұрын
It was special to see u on Ben's programme, u did well. 😊Happy for u to now have a washings machine, well done,😊❤
@peterclewes7073
@peterclewes7073 8 ай бұрын
HI there, great that you can do your washing at home now. But I would unwind all the cable when the washer in use as it will hot. The Cable that i referring too.
@bill8784
@bill8784 8 ай бұрын
We were watching the TV/Fogle show and I referenced you both to my wife and then what a surprise you were suddenly there with Nick et al. Love it when you are putting things up. 👍
@PandaWD
@PandaWD 8 ай бұрын
I came upon your channel last week and was totally transfixed watching your two long "timelapse" compilation videos. I am now totally hooked on following your progress, and seeing the innovative way you use modern technology in order to enjoy your life off-grid. I also love watching the antics of the dogs and cats, and loved seeing the cats in the "yin and yang" position in the basket!! [I found the Ben Fogle episode where you joined your friends to help with construction, and thought your interview went very well, so you didn't need to worry about how you came across in a video that you hadn't edited yourselves!! 😄]
@FrankieOffGrid
@FrankieOffGrid 8 ай бұрын
So glad you’re enjoying the videos! Thanks for coming along!
@Metalian66
@Metalian66 8 ай бұрын
After so many years without a washing machine, what a wealth! What also nice to see is that there is more confidence in yourself when you are at work. The growth not only in work, but also in you. Nice.
@michelebushnik2874
@michelebushnik2874 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations on your washing machine!! Watching you bring down your trellis was breaking my heart and all I was thinking was I hope she saves some for cuttings to try to regrow and there you did it❤ My heart is happy again❤😊
@paulevans-u2o
@paulevans-u2o 8 ай бұрын
when you get a new washing machine and have to transport it they always have bolts that go into a big square block of concrete thats in the carcus of the machine .this prevents it moving in transit. its in there to give the machine ballast to stop it bouncing round the garden when washing hope this helped . love the channel
@janicedelp2775
@janicedelp2775 8 ай бұрын
So happy for you now that you have a washing machine! I had to go to laundromats for a long time when I got married. Fully understand how thrilled you are. Janice from Arkansas USA
@rachelfrees1268
@rachelfrees1268 8 ай бұрын
Congrats on new washer. Glad you are building a new bed room/ office space. Take care. ❤
@melsparkles
@melsparkles 8 ай бұрын
I set up my washing machine today...it took about 30+ minutes to fill from the rain tank...think I need a pump! But once it did the wash it was so nice to have well spun, clean clothes:-) Later I added the pump works a treat.
@karenhenderson2624
@karenhenderson2624 8 ай бұрын
I'm jumping for joy for you!! Is a dryer in your future? I'm an Italian American (dual citizen) living on a tiny Italian island. I've gotten used to hanging our clothes outdoors, or all over the apt on wet rainy days. I do miss a dryer, but I will never complain about the small sacrifices we make for living a small life here. Love watching you create your homestead. I will admit to having binge watched you so I could catch up.
@projectportugal
@projectportugal 8 ай бұрын
Love the washing on the line❤ and the Ying and Yang cat shots, great video again guys❤
@paulinewilson613
@paulinewilson613 8 ай бұрын
How exciting for you. We all take so much for granted living in a house attached to the grid and being able to use electrical appliances at will, this washing machine will make your life so much easier now. All you need now is a clothes line xxx
@jamiesmith1343
@jamiesmith1343 6 ай бұрын
I'm so happy you got a washing machine!! I think you will miss the pergola in front of the house. It shades the house and keeps the heat down inside. Good luck with the machine. Good fortune, blessings and health to you all.
@GettingGoshen
@GettingGoshen 8 ай бұрын
Even here in America where everything is in abundance buying a washer and dryer was awesome because going to the laundromat was expensive time consuming and and tiresome. Congratulations. Get a multi facet attachment for your hose then you can attach one for your shower without having to detach the washer hose❣
@user-nt8ck4zg4z
@user-nt8ck4zg4z 8 ай бұрын
I can understand how happy you must be to now have a washing machine a real game changer for you. You are right laundrettes are expensive. Its £8 a load here too. Mind i do have to take my big king size fleece blankets to the laundrette as my washing machine doesnt like it. Once the water is in the fleece it makes it very heavy.
@angeladresler1855
@angeladresler1855 8 ай бұрын
Wonderful video to watch in bed on a Saturday morning/afternoon , I have been unwell with shingles so I am under doctors orders to rest up for another week. Great news on the washing machine I know the feeling of having clean clothes and sheets, when I lived in a tent in Spain many moons ago, I has to cater for 30 accommodations which all had to have clean bedding and seating covers, the list was very long. I was managing a holiday complex for an English company who sent me over a washing machine. It was the best thing I could of received, just in time for the holiday season to begin. I had the same set up as you and the washing machine was up and running in no time. With the hot weather drying times were super quick, love all your washing blowing in the wind, looks like my blanket on the line too, National Trust? You are both stars in the making, take care, watch you again soon.
@lorrainewoodcock520
@lorrainewoodcock520 7 ай бұрын
You could even put an indoor washing line up for emergancy drying i would be happy if i was saving that amount of money its crazy how much things are going up
@kdclothes
@kdclothes 8 ай бұрын
The first thing I bought was my washing machine. I bought a really cheap one and 5 years later, it is still plugging away. I had just moved to Italy and I bought this before a bed lol. Excited for you. It makes such a difference in ones life.
@joelleurack8590
@joelleurack8590 8 ай бұрын
The animals are so happy in your surroundings ❤😊🇭🇲
@deborahlee8135
@deborahlee8135 8 ай бұрын
I love those spikes on the end of the posts. Wish we had them here. If you put cross braces between the sides it'll make it much stronger. I just recently got a washing machine for my offgrid place too .... i know how you feel regarding miraculous appliaces 😂
@marlenegearon4709
@marlenegearon4709 8 ай бұрын
When Frankie has an accident when it's raining just put the blanket on the clothes line and let the rain rinse it off and let dry on the line. Then wash when weather is better. I also rotate my dog blankets and put one set to air out. My two dogs love their blankets. Congratulations on washer and your 🎉debut on Ben's video.
@Vintagerous
@Vintagerous 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations on your new washer. I completely get it…when you relieve a pain point that’s been sore for awhile, it can bring such joy! Something I use to help me prioritize what project I’m going to do next. What’s causing me the most pain or stress? In Canada, I can’t watch the show you mentioned unfortunately. So I went to try and buy some tea. And you only sell within the UK. Are you planning to branch out to international shipping at some point? I had my heart set on some Scottish breakfast. Love your channel 😊.
@sylvanaire
@sylvanaire 7 ай бұрын
I can’t imagine anybody would think you were silly to be excited about getting a washing machine! I’ve never had to live without one, even in college there were machines downstairs in the basement, but I can imagine what a pain it would be to drive into town and spend your morning there instead of working on your farm. Congrats on your new luxurious necessity, lol.
@lindagage7315
@lindagage7315 5 ай бұрын
How exciting for you, a washer! And a bigger cabin! Yeah!
@carolemattina9869
@carolemattina9869 8 ай бұрын
Hi guys, I'm happy and jealous at the same time 😅 happy you finally be able to set-up a washer and jealous that we probably still have some more years at laundromat 🙄 i guess we will not have a chat at the laundromat anymore hay 😉 you're cat seemed fascinated by the washer though 😅 take care guys
@chrisdouglass7962
@chrisdouglass7962 8 ай бұрын
Yaaaaay washer and sleeping/bathing cabin!!!! 👏😄😁🥰🥰 Basket of cats aka Feline Yin Yang 🥰🥰❤️ you need to add a new pet portrait to your gallery Carissa!!
@karateana7593
@karateana7593 8 ай бұрын
😀 Yay! Washing machine, that's no laughing matter, it is a game changer. A washing machine is like a car, you dont realize how much you need it till something goes wrong and you dont have it any more, a machine is Gold! Im so happy for you guys right now, probably more than i should be, vicarious living and all that. It is thrilling, man my life must be sad if im getting such a buz from yr new machine, good thing ive got you lot to cheer me up 😂
@Sanieh01
@Sanieh01 8 ай бұрын
OMG.how beautiful natural where you live.it is heaven.congrats for the new washing machine 🎉🎉🎉
@lisareatherford8097
@lisareatherford8097 7 ай бұрын
I like to run a bit of white vinegar in the machine to make sure it doesn’t get stinky plus there should be a filter near bottom front to clean out every so often
@lidanaude8022
@lidanaude8022 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the washer 🎉
@wendyharper8930
@wendyharper8930 8 ай бұрын
I loved going to the shops with you. I live at the bottom of the world and have never visited Portugal, so look forward to your excursions away from home. 😊
@janetwalker1383
@janetwalker1383 8 ай бұрын
Awesome. I can relate living on an original homestead initially without a washer. I was grateful for my clothesline. Woohoo.
@NinaFodale-y2e
@NinaFodale-y2e 8 ай бұрын
Love your animals! 😻🥰
@jenniferjackson6535
@jenniferjackson6535 8 ай бұрын
Beautiful bird song!
@Ranacreativity
@Ranacreativity 8 ай бұрын
Good luck with your new build,if you follow Project Kampf,who are in your area I think ,they are very big on sustainability and are always going to a place that sells a whole lot of recycled wood for their building projects.
@MichaelPhet
@MichaelPhet 8 ай бұрын
Carrissa an Iuwan.i see you have a trellis.we grow snow peas on trellis yummy. Can eat raw or cook ..we have snake beans now nearly one MTR long.all the best to you both from NewZealand
@SusanZiegler
@SusanZiegler 8 ай бұрын
How did you get the cats to pose so adorably in the basket at 29:45? ❤❤❤
@ruthconstantino6861
@ruthconstantino6861 8 ай бұрын
Yes, you can notice the difference with your clear up 😊! Congrats on acquiring your new washer 🙆🏻‍♀️, woot! Bet you'll notice having a few more euros in your pocket from not having to go to the coin lavaria machine. Much nicer to be on your laptops and/or enjoying a glas of your own delicious wine🍷. It's so cool to see you achieve your own milestones making your off grid life more comfy. Maybe Albi met a neighbor who blessed her for ash wednesday... early? The heavens smiled 🌞 on you for your first hot washy wash. Carissa, i love how you are often the one assembling and installing appliances, you're a lovely empowering role model for us wimmins young👧 and old👩🏼‍🦳. Yes, you deffo need to shift on your feet to figure solutions for off grid challenges! I often wish i could shower my mom outside on the cement patio... you inspire me to devise a solar powered, heated round cabin or tent to spray wash her aply rotating (soft) brushes to soap & scrub like in the car wash... the water coukd just splash onto the nylon walls then drain straight into the french drain 🤞🏼😊. I saw a neat video i wanted to send Iwan but couldn't figure out how to... someone forage a tiny oinecome when it was closed up. They left it in the sun on a windowsill. After some days, it slowly opened and began to drop its tiny seeds. When it was done, the person had a ceramic cup sort of the shaoe of a cradled palm and its center had an angled little pot with tiny holes. She filled the pot with growing medium, then tweezed individual pine seeds into each hole, then covered with more growing medium and a spray of water. When the seed sprouted and began to flower, it formed the most charming baby bonsai, and it made me think of Iwan. If ever i get to visit out your way, i must find you such a ceramic dish and a tiny pine cone starter 😊. Omg, Albi and João doing their FOGgie style ying & yand thing in a rectangular basket is to cute 🤗. I'm sure you enjoyed your premiere with friends 💕.
@mhunnam
@mhunnam 8 ай бұрын
As it’s outdoor you may get mold issue … leave the door slightly open but have some chicken wire to block it and also the detergent holder open up and again have chicken wire to block any visitors should keep it mild free
@nickytanton107
@nickytanton107 8 ай бұрын
Good tip with the detergent draw, I often have to wash ours out
@darylpike8547
@darylpike8547 8 ай бұрын
Don't forget to take the travel bolts out. It's the long bolts with the black rubbers on the back
@TheresaLawrence-wx4mq
@TheresaLawrence-wx4mq 8 ай бұрын
I have the same delicate yellow butterflies popping out in my living room windows in northern minnesota !!! ❤
@janewolfe9137
@janewolfe9137 8 ай бұрын
How wonderful to have a washing machine! Will you be saving your grey water for garden use?
@patbuckley4039
@patbuckley4039 8 ай бұрын
I had a porous pipe coming from back of machine which looped around the garden beds to spread the grey water.
@staciamartin923
@staciamartin923 8 ай бұрын
I’m excited for you. I’m sure you will make you a cute laundry space to fold dry ect. My son called me when he got his first washer. Congratulations!!!
@sarahcrooks6780
@sarahcrooks6780 8 ай бұрын
I know EXACTLY how exciting it is to be able to wash your clothes! We're off grid, too - our washing machine is in a shipping container and we just hook up the water when we want to do a wash. For now, we run it off a generator - we have solar power but need to improve our batteries; we're in Ireland so still need the dreaded laundry machines for drying clothes in winter. I hope you have many happy years with your washing machine :D
@barbaranielsen2888
@barbaranielsen2888 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations! That washing machine will give you so much more time to stay on your homestead and work on all your projects?
@deehalpern8988
@deehalpern8988 8 ай бұрын
I think Albee approves of the new washing machine. Happy washing ! ❤
@kevinnye5132
@kevinnye5132 8 ай бұрын
Gosh your cats are so clever, how did they know how to do the Ying & Yang symbol 😁 and fit it in a basket , amazing 🤩
@michelebushnik2874
@michelebushnik2874 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations for being on the news❤
@mafish7962
@mafish7962 8 ай бұрын
Happy days, a washing machine! Have a great week, Laura ❤❤❤
@Aotruba
@Aotruba 8 ай бұрын
Congrats! Your new washing machine is a blessing!!🎉🎉🎉🎉👏👏👏👏👏👍😊👍 ❣️ Kitties and doggies are always curious about what's happening! 👍😊👍🌟
@carolbulmer8253
@carolbulmer8253 8 ай бұрын
YAY!! This is a game changer for you two! I’m so happy for y’all😊 See you next week❤️❤️
@aliciathom9633
@aliciathom9633 8 ай бұрын
What a difference the washing machine will make!
@kevinnye5132
@kevinnye5132 8 ай бұрын
Hmmm 🤔 what happened to the rear of the washing machine 😂, little shallow in depth , kidding Ofc but yeah a game changer Clarissa at any size 👌🏻, I remember when we got our first front loader automatic washer and my dog would sit watching it go around and around for hours 😁, Frankie & Diogo will love it 😂
@shannonlynne1558
@shannonlynne1558 8 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the washing machine. I was as excited as if it were for me! 😊
@bluelilly22222
@bluelilly22222 8 ай бұрын
Wow he is my favourite TV guy I seen all his videos in the channel....❤from Tamizhnaadu South India ❤
@jodyessenhigh3637
@jodyessenhigh3637 8 ай бұрын
Like you guys have rockets up your bums lately. It is great to see you achieving so much and that you are getting a few more creature comforts to make living a bit easier. Have really been enjoying your content recently.
@arjanvogel6444
@arjanvogel6444 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you guys.
@FrankieOffGrid
@FrankieOffGrid 8 ай бұрын
Thanks Arjan! Hope you’re well!
@jackie4286
@jackie4286 8 ай бұрын
Great episode, great machine. I would love to see you make use of the barn and the lean-to. It would make such a difference. Remember a low ceiling, can make it hotter, if you go for double storey. Internal staircases reduce the size of both rooms, as in Martijn Doolard's cabin.
@Tigger4747
@Tigger4747 8 ай бұрын
That must be a tremendous relief. I'd be ecstatic too. !!! 😁
@becacas5834
@becacas5834 8 ай бұрын
🥰🥳💫✨💖 Amazing times saver and very needed 🎉🎉🎉
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