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I start with the bathroom cabinet and make a door frame for the arched door. I make a not so handsome, but tasty first pizza. Spring was promised, but not this week.
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Music in this video: Silencia by Hammock
0:00 Trying to get the trailer out
4:50 Building drainage for the window
6:32 Trying to get the trailer out
9:44 Drawing bathroom cabinet
12:38 Visit from students
14:52 Bathroom cabinet
20:01 Grouting drainage
23:04 Making a pizza
25:19 Snowy morning
26:42 Clearing solar panels
28:01 Dovetails
29:20 Staining
30:10 Cleaning grout
31:55 More snow...
33:02 Drawing arch
34:06 Making Apple pie
34:52 Building arch frame
36:37 Making a fire
39:06 Apple pie not bad
39:59 Chickens being fed
41:17 Breakfast
42:52 Bathroom cabin is in
44:00 Glueing door frame
47:39 Copper shower
48:53 Outro monologue

[@MariaRasdal]

So wonderful to see and follow. I am a 83 years old woman in Norway who appreciate this very clever and nice Martijn. I follow his YT every time a new sending arrive. I love the handsome work at the lovely stonewalls, and the calm atmosphere in these beautiful surroundings :)

[@FrantisekSchejbal]

Hej Maria, same to me (a 70 years old woman in Sweden). Great work, Martijn. Greeting from the north of Europe/Andrea

[@rehgina9903]

Hallo Maria und Frantisek, ich bin 74 und genieße auch diese Videos. Ehrlich und Naturverbundenheit. Es ist für mich so, als wäre ich still dabei. Herzlichen Grüße aus Germany, Bavaria 🌳🌲🌳🌄

[@lieselotte521]

I can't top your age, ladies, but I'm 65, watching from Austria. Love the stone buildings , and Martiin's floorplan is similar to the one of my house, with the masonry heating under the staircase. Martiin' s videos also calm my nervous system , thanks for that, and Happy Easter ! 🌷🪻🌸

[@lizabethrobison4566]

76 from Lakehead, California. Love watching the beauty he creates evolve every Sunday.

[@evaureta1718]

Eva, 58, from Guatemala. I live in the city but I really enjoy your videos, the mountains, the stone buildings, every nice job you do Martijn!!

[@harleyfreeriderzynra9554]

Dovetail mistake had me laughing because we have all been there lol.

[@sonyagair1219]

Yes and a very rare thing for him. 🤣

[@TheRasiani]

Yes! I literally chuckled out loud - it was fun to see him be able to laugh at it too. The most seasoned tradesman could've made that mistake in an absent minded moment. Hilarous - and very cool of him to have chosen to share it.

[@vladimirpavlenko5364]

So true XD

[@GiottoSiffredi]

Me too, and seeing how good he takes it makes it even more worth to watch. He could decide just not to show us, but he did.

[@Tony_P]

As he was marking out the second joint, I thought to myself , "and don't cut the wrong side of the lines". I laughed out loud in surprise when I saw the mistake !

[@anaderol5408]

I've been following Martijn from the beginning - now and then I'd share his adventures with my husband - he would listen politely - then about a month ago I noticed a change - as he flicked through KZbin he'd notice Martijn's video and he's ask "Have you seen this one yet?" Invariably my answer was "yes" - so the last couple of weeks I've held off and we have watched Martijn together ....I admit it's rather nice to have someone with whom to share Martijn's progress and beautiful scenery. Good night all from Mount Eliza Australia - hope you all had a safe and enjoyable break.

[@rehgina9903]

Grüße aus Germany Bavaria nach Australien 🐇🐣🐓🐔

[@herobrinenoch3522]

Greetings from the Dandenongs! Great to see Martijn's sky starting to threaten more snow, just as a cool change started to sweep through here. ; D

[@anneliespeters8044]

Iedere week kijk ik uit naar de video van Martijn. Heerlijk om te zienhoe relaxed deze man is in zn eentje boven op zijn berg. En hoe professioneel hij alles aanpakt om zijn huis zo mooi mogelijk te maken met zo weinig mogelijk kosten. Lekker koken en bakken is ook geen probleem voor hem. Ik geniet ervan

[@TheKevmid]

@@herobrinenoch3522Also a watcher from the beginning - in the Dandenongs!

[@herobrinenoch3522]

@@TheKevmid Hi neighbour !

[@donnamaben775]

There are not many videos i will watch fom beginning to end. This is probably my most favorite KZbinr in Europe.

[@anaderol5408]

You can add Australia to the list - these are the ONLY videos I look forward to and never miss watching.

[@ericodias4919]

Same here in Brazil .

[@hardyvonwinterstein5445]

He's very popular in Antarctica as well. Every Sunday the penguins gather around my laptop and clap their ehm.. hands.

[@forestliving261]

Yes.. My favorite in the world.. USA.. Michigan

[@marlies6374]

Same here in France.

[@anileroglu3289]

First we knew him as someone who traveled the world on his bike, but now we see him as a man who can do anything. It is something that the current generation should definitely learn about. Even we watch it with envy, right?

[@rehgina9903]

Weshalb um Gottes Willen Neid????

[@sueg2658]

That is how I started following him too, the long bike packing trip. Everyone should go back watch his playlists. He is amazing and living his life they way he chooses. He is very inspirational indeed.

[@captainalpaka1551]

I also lived on a rural farm for 2 years with lots of space and buildings falling apart. Trust me anybody who wants to alter a space and wants to learn new crafts, can do it. Lots of the stuff is necessary anyways. But to be fair: Martin is a very precise and clean worker. No haste, the endresult is always very neat. Yet he admits his mistakes, learns from them and chills the fuck out.

[@anileroglu3289]

I guess there are people among us, like me, who want to do what he did but cannot do it because of certain situations in life. Those who say, "I wish I could do it too."@@rehgina9903

[@anileroglu3289]

@@captainalpaka1551 Yes, it really works with the fineness of a sculptor and cleanly and calmly. It's hard not to admire it.

[@darincarlin]

I was very impressed the students asked for permission to take pictures. Manners and asking permission isn't as common as it should be here in the States. Thank you for all the hard work and for sharing your world.

[@bellab1973]

Loved that each of them wiped their feet before entering the cabin!

[@2nickles647]

Manners are taught at a young age. If the parents have not even the slightest of teaching their children it shows. I smile when I hear the words sir and in return likewise.

[@kvk1960]

True but clearly they did not do any research prior to their visit or watch any of his videos I don't think as one of them asked him where he was from!!!! They also did not appear to take notes!!

[@dennisdubey2126]

There’s not much architecture there. The building where once barns. The location & method of indigenous construction is the attraction, very historic. Dollard could be doing the same type of renovation challenges in any older suburban house.

[@dennisdubey2126]

Being in your location with the weather, your biggest concern to enhance your barn conversation/renovations, workshop build, solar arrays, gardens, camp site, etc., should be site work including access & mobility around the structures. I know you have addressed a few site utilities but more is needed. Love watching your struggle,but a little better planning would help you.

[@nancywhite1439]

It’s the little things which make our lives on this earth so rewarding…..practically smell the apple pie baking, the pizza getting crunchy, the drips on the window, the bird singing as more sawing continues, the chickens greeting you with endless eggs….and that glorious fire to warm your heart in such icy, snowy weather! Thank you Martijn for this next jump into spring in the mountains! 50:50

[@pandrew3146]

Thankyou for the practical talents you have skilled, for the beauty of a job well done and looking after yourself so well.😊everything is appreciated ❤

[@VickiePepperdine]

So impressed with your amazing multiple talents. Take care of yourself, Martin!

[@TWHRS]

Sunday mornings are perfect with a coffee and a new Martijn video

[@linajackson4545]

Sunday night here in Australia

[@serpserpserp]

For me it is the last video i see on Sunday night before facing Monday and the start of a new work week!

[@marcellahunt3420]

Early afternoon 🇿🇦😊 favorite Sunday TV.

[@myfathersdaughter324]

12:11 am Monday morning New Zealand 🇳🇿❤

[@TheRasiani]

Bong hits and coffee with Martijn on Sunday morning [N.America] has been a tradition for over 2 years, now.

[@Erin_Wilson_Studios]

I love how your snowy roofs look like the scaled backs of dragons 😊

[@sydneyevans2637]

Yeah, the texture is stunning!

[@pascoit]

I had the same thought when I saw it at 28.38 it's amazing that others noticed. 😊

[@duncanfrere2656]

That drone shot... The raw beauty is staggering!

[@Angie-fe8yd]

That shot was beautiful I had to go back and study it...at the top of the long roof I saw the face of a dragon 🐲 she is gently breathing a tiny bit of fire😀 in the middle I see faces of 2 tiny baby dragons, there faces undeveloped yet..one is peeking from the side of the others face...yes amazing what we can see😅....and yes no drink or drugs needed😂

[@charlestromblee962]

Same here. White or Ivory dragon scales.

[@lesleywurwal8805]

Every time Martijn turns on a tap I remember the months of digging and laying of pipes it took to achieve that.

[@stanB950]

It’s amazing when you think of all Martijn’s accomplishments 😮

[@saraf9883]

My dad used to say, every time you turn a faucet and water comes out its a miracle, my eyes rolling, yeah, Dad... Now I appreciate that wisdom and appreciation of someone's work for such a valuable convenience..

[@melissaanne9562]

Its 11.30pm on Australia's Gold Coast, neighbourhood is quiet, kitchen is clean, my unit tidy, clothes washing drying , i've had my bath and now in bed, content, about to watch Martijn weekly installment of renovating his Italian Alps farm.

[@sydneyevans2637]

The sweet things in life.

[@rehgina9903]

Now, sunrise in Germany. It is7.30 Many greetings to all Coalas

[@tammyjarvis3699]

I wake up Sunday to morning coffee and a visit with Martijn in the Italian Alps! How cool it is that people watch from all over the world in very different environments to enjoy the same moments in the alps. I watch from The prairies Canada

[@sharonnorvell3397]

Going to be a beautiful bathroom!

[@user-dl8hx2lt2j]

Ah! Black Bushmills Whiskey. Nothing better, greetings from Ireland.

[@reneraimond4332]

That was a smart fail! (19.26) Showing your shortcoming is a credit to your personality. Well done.

[@r.c.7762]

These Italian students, are so respectful.

[@skeena59]

@@hasala12345 you are rude, troll.

[@MilesNauticus]

@@hasala12345 "nah", it means that you don't know the rules of good manners and you won't be happy to know that you are isolated on this page.

[@startpage717]

@@hasala12345 They could have researched ALL of the videos and would have learned a Lot. Real work comes from within, not from sitting and wanting to be in the video...(she snapped a photo THEN asked if she could take a pic. Unaware that a camera was watching her as Martijn turned around) so I second the "Nah." that's my take on it...

[@skeena59]

@@hasala12345Cope, troll.

[@skeena59]

@@hasala12345😂😂😂😂

[@brian_atc]

Watching these videos is like reading a good book on a comfy sofa. You're videography catches the mountain's peace while crafting that amazing home.

[@sheilahodson7040]

I am a 77 year old lady from the Dallas area in the US--I love these videos every Sunday. It sounds like he has quite a fan base of older ladies! I am amazed at this skill, talent, work ethic, etc--He seems happy to be so isolated from everyone. It makes me wonder if there is a lovely lady he communicates with who will one day come and live there when the cabin is complete. I know I am a hopeless romantic. But it would be quite a motivation to finish the project! Everything he does is so detailed and precise and beautiful. What giftedness.

[@saraf9883]

😇☺

[@domnicadragan377]

You are unstoppable! Even if the mountain says no to your trailer, you couldn't take it. I respect your determination and the fact that you are always a solution oriented person. Thus, you always succeed with all your projects. 👏

[@saraf9883]

And he doesn’t take No for an answer from the mountain 🏔️! Eventually he got that trailer where he wanted it 🎉😂!

[@joycegronenthal2560]

Where there’s a will there’s a way

[@domnicadragan377]

From this "dark week", as you named it, you actually selected the snow, the beautiful rain droplets on your sky window, the surreal images of your house and trees immersed in the milky mist,and that heavenly music...all these elements plus others, like the fire in your stove, the apple pie( I think it's your mom's recipe, you baked it some time ago in the outside hanging pot-oven)...well, all these elements gathered in your video brought that fabulous, wonderful balance between dark and light, cold and warm, sadness and joy. After watching this video (and others from your channel), one feels contented, even a little sad from not having a bit more of this, but full of hope waiting for the next one. Thank you, Martijn! I wish you a Happy Easter and am looking forward to seeing your next video.Hope the sun will start shining soon.

[@stephenlines9431]

That little Jimny has been a real good friend - just keeps giving!

[@skeena59]

Always there when he needs it!

[@tammyjarvis3699]

It’s so comforting when Martijn shows us his fails lol! He is so talented and capable it can be intimidating lol! It helps show that failure doesn’t have to end a project. Keep Calm and carry on! We are so blessed to be able to get to see the results of Martijn being able to keep calm and carry-on. Every week so awesome to see the project developer!

[@bennybooboo6789]

"But the mountain says no", love it.

[@__Dude_]

I told ya... This happens when you are stubborn.

[@memoranda1]

I thought his truck was gonna roll over..... building a pavement driveway that leads all the way to the road is gonna be tough....... That place is gonna hit him with rough winters whether he likes it or not...... i know he is trying to make it modern and nice but mother nature has other ideas.

[@dyer2cycle]

As I have stated before, a 4 wheel drive pickup would be more stable and versatile than pulling around a trailer on that terrain..but apparently those aren't available very much there...another option would be to buy an older tractor to pull a trailer/wagon to go down to buy and bring up supplies with...some of the neighbors seem to do this...

[@skeena59]

The mountain always wins.

[@sharonlewis7638]

Exactly

[@mashalashangry2438]

I like that little laugh when you did a mistake

[@paulchaves7978]

Loved that you included the dovetail fail. 🙌🏼 🤣

[@karinaraiss9041]

So today I didn´t watch your video until quite late in the evening, as it was my son´s birthday.He turned 42. It´s quite a different feel to watch your video in the evening with a cup of tea, while I watch the waves break endlessly. Still in my campervan in the north of Spain, where it is actually legal to park on the beach for up to a month. I´ll turn 70 years young next week and want to spend that day wiyh my daughter who lives here. So, Martijn, I always love your videos, but today´s was somehow even more special. Those drone shots of that white winter wonderland, beyond beautiful! I couldn´t help but laugh out loud about the fail with the dove tails.The sort of mistake we all make when we attempt something which is a little out of our depth. But you being Martijn make it perfect in the end. That pizza was surely better than the one I had in the posh pizzeria today. I laughed again when I saw you use a trowel to take the pizza out of the oven. What ingenuity! Oh and that apple pie!!!! After 50 years of baking pies there still are days when the dough tears while putting it into the mould. And you have no problems with it! It looked perfect when you got it out of the oven! To say ´not a bad pie´ is the understatement of the year! And it was great to see that the chickens got to enjoy the apple peels. I didn´t think it was a great idea to paint. varnish and glue the things in the same space where you are sleeping. And ,oh, the shots of the car sliding down that icy slope! I guess your mum didn´t enjoy seeing that. Themountain might say NO, but Martijn says YES, so yes it is. Healthy stubbornness, the way to make dreams and projects come true. Really look forward to seeing your bathroom and door frame next Sunday. Take care , we - the hundreds of thousands of followers you have - need you to be healthy and safe, so we can all have a share of that peaceful mountain life every Sunday!

[@mariastellamelendez8670]

You give new meaning to self sufficiency. Homemade home, the Di Vinci style hoist for lifting the beams, the roof project, all the plumbing and electric, and today a new bathroom and homemade apple pie and pizza. I was hungry by the time your video ended. All I can say is thank you for sharing.

[@lucymorgan8859]

Agree with everything you said, particularly the getting hungry...thank you, once again, Martijn...😂🥰😂

[@default9740]

Every episode for months I think “That poor table saw, how can it survive out there in the weather?” Such a treat to see it still survives.

[@PaNic99]

And the outdoor kitchen fridge!! 😉

[@dude3678]

The patience itself is rare skill. The cabinet with the locked edges... Respect.

[@bethstewart1319]

Patience, yes, and a smile when discovering the error--extremely rare!

[@TheRasiani]

His patience is his brand, basically. His patience for quality and detail is what makes this project more than a DIY refurb - its art!

[@LionsOfHope-23]

The term is "dovetailed".

[@Liisa3139]

I lived in the city, in an apartment, for twenty years. It was built in the early sixties and was nothing special as a building. But the kitchen cabinets were made of wood (not MDF or something similar) and the drawers had locked edges. That is how thins were done back then. I'm guessing the next owner probably replaced the kitchen with something contemporary

[@GS-uy4xo]

I love seeing the tips from the viewers - I learn a lot, not that I do anything with it but it’s the pleasure of the project and the community you’ve created. This channel is all goodness.

[@evelynlottche4049]

😄😅

[@loopware1221]

The fact that you made a slight miscalculation while cutting the plank and chose to laugh it off speaks volumes about your character. It highlights the kind of mindset necessary to persevere through the solitary endeavor of bringing your life's project to fruition. Such resilience and equanimity cannot be feigned-it's inherent. My compliments on your poised spirit. Exceptional work indeed. Warm regards from Barcelona!

[@margheritagiordano3315]

Grazie per le didascalie in italiano, sono una nonna e il mio inglese è scarso.Complimenti per I tuoi lavori. Conosco i luoghi dove vivi, da giovane li frequentavo e mi scalda il cuore rivederli.

[@anaisasmendi]

Hola igual Yo pero no pasan más subtitulos en español 🙈🙈🙉 muy lindo lugar argentina

[@garyhakala5168]

I have a friend who kaysked solo from California to Hawaii. I asked him once how he kept his sanity without human contact. He said he was so concerned with survivsal he didnt have time to think about anything else. Martijn cooks, has chores necessary just to survive and thats before he builds. Most people have never been without human contact for more than a day.or two. He seems content with what appears as a challenging choice in life and i think i understand .

[@nancyhjort5348]

This has been one of my most enjoyable filming's: watching a craftsman do his magic and live a simple life. My favorite part was, "failed..."and he throws it aside and moves on. What a great guy.,

[@Justafonso]

I don’t know if those driving maneuvers looked more dangerous than they were, but it looked freaking dangerous to me seeing the car all side ways on a mountain 😅💪💪

[@antonmatthaus4340]

Frohe Ostern allen hier! Gute Arbeit,schöne Aussicht! Schöne Grüße an euch alle von Günni from Germany (Augsburg Bavaria. The Lord has risen,Halleluja!

[@simonsays2774]

Ostern ist ein heidnisches Fest. Jesus wurde an Passah gekreuzigt, was damals auf einen Mittwoch fiel. Er ist an einem Sabbat von seinem Vater von den Toten auferweckt worden. Wir sollten Passah und nicht Ostern feiern, was nach der Fruchtbarkeitsgöttin Astarte benannt ist...

[@dianeteichen5720]

Beautiful work, from the arched door frame to the apple cake! You never cease to amaze me! Thanks for another wonderful week! Stay safe, be grateful and peaceful! See you next week! 🤗💕

[@thomaslagoni1949]

Here in the area where I live (Southern part of Denmark) there is a really long historic tradition for arced doorways - Here the tradition was, simply, to install a 'normal' square, and slightly bigger, door behind it (the door opens inwards), mounted on the inside of the wall - Tradition often calls for painting the inside of the arc with lime (white) - The benefits are an easier build, the strength in the wood is optimal preserved, it makes for a (in my book) nice clean look and, most importantly, there is no space wasted on door frames.

[@ninemoonplanet]

It's been quite a while since I saw someone make dovetail joinery. It's stronger than butt joints, much more stable. Using the grain of the woods keeps the structure from warping as much. Once the bathing area is done, it will make being at home much less stressful. I can't imagine trying to shower in an open air facility in winter. I have done it in summer years ago, wasn't my idea of something good. Your artistic eye makes a huge difference in how everything comes together. Thank you for reminding us what can be done very well.

[@dennisp.2147]

You need to mount a winch on the bull bar on the front of your truck. It will help pulling stuff up that steep slope when you can't drive in the slush.

[@andymccabe6712]

Yeah .....another statement of the blindingly obvious .....!!!

[@esmekaffen4961]

@@andymccabe6712 you’re a real piece of work, you are. Always with the snark directed to folks who obviously support Martijn and just want to contribute. Very unpleasant and unnecessary.

[@dennisp.2147]

@@esmekaffen4961 He's a troll, and not an especially gifted one. I learned long ago, before there even was such a thing as a World Wide Web, that feeding such creatures only makes them even worse, as they feed off of any attention. Positive or negative..

[@esmekaffen4961]

@@dennisp.2147 ah…got it. Thanks❤️

[@robertgruneis8610]

Thx (again) for this weekly glimp into you life!

[@geriallen1]

I am completely amazed those hens are laying in the snow! Good care!😮

[@user-sd8ky4zm3l]

They're in a chicken coop - not in the snow!

[@veronicacurrie3449]

​@@user-sd8ky4zm3l we know there not in the snow but in winter usualy chooks don't lay !

[@Bob-jd8kw]

Eggs are from the supermarket

[@BrianProsser]

Good morning from New England! I'm always in awe of the mountain views you have. Thanks for another amazing video, Martijn.

[@nautron100]

I live a few miles away. Piedmont is my region, the region in these videos. Maybe you don't know Pied means foot. This is the region at the foot of mountains. Everywhere in the plains, if you are at open place, the horizon is 330° snowy mountains 30° green hills, just now

[@user-yv8mu5ub4b]

What a nice "treat" from Martijn the students visit.

[@TheRasiani]

Lol...I see he broke out his best sweater with it tied jauntily about 😂 Haven't seen that all winter!

[@jonhoog4920]

Keep up the great work Martijn. All I could think of during this episode was my wife saying “you are not staining in the bedroom or glueing at the kitchen table!”

[@JessieInJapan]

Thank you for keeping the fails in the final video. Everyone makes mistakes and letting your viewers see them happen is refreshingly humble.

[@Gail-ux2ly]

My behind gets frosty just watching Martjin sit on that cold stone bench!

[@saraf9883]

But he has a little cushion ? 😂

[@Gail-ux2ly]

@@saraf9883 nope! When he was sitting with the students no cushion!

[@deborahsoto957]

Either your mom was a wonderful teacher or you are a wonderful seeker. I’m still working on my bread- making skills and you have conquered this art on a campfire and wood stove! I’m a mom of sons (38 & 41) and I guided them to cook & bake, sew & mend and explore their art, while their dad instilled a “can-do” spirit working with a variety of materials. Thank you for a glimpse of what my husband calls “his chickens “! Happy Easter and God bless!

[@VRF_7]

That place looks like a paradise already and it's not even close to be finished. Every episode is a joy to watch!

[@westernmac5944]

The Dutch Apple Pie!! It was only a matter of time.

[@jennifercampbell7698]

Yes, learnt at Mama’s knee! ❤️

[@rmil4531]

Why am I emotional every time these videos come on? They are so compelling…to me. The drone shots of the snowy covered valley took me soaring too. I just love this guys whole approach, attitude and calmness. Thank you you bring me such peace.💕❤️💕

[@irenemeno3585]

Happy Resurrection Sunday to all 🌼🌻⚘️🌷🙏🏼

[@annt8203]

Thankyou for more perfectly naming this day!! Easter never quite did it for me and I never knew it until now 🙏

[@garthlandefeld1730]

need to add a winch to the front on your vehicle to pull you out from be struck or your trailer. Also you can use it as hoist by incorporating a pulley block. Just a thought as you prepare to build the work shop.

[@trevorhughes7745]

I had a good laugh along with you (not ‘at’ you) for the dovetail fail. I’ve done similar, but hats off to you for the first attempt. It’ll only get better. 😂

[@Anderbender]

The view is breathtaking. Expecting to see Julie Andrews breakout into song!! 😂❤

[@user-ib4jn2rn3d]

The little book of your sketches will become an heirloom one day Love your work. The rain is pouring down here and it's such a joy to sit and watch your videos on Monday (Australia).

[@jenniferpatt4355]

I loved the drone shot of the two cabin roofs in the snow, like a beautiful piece of art. Thank you.

[@Angie-fe8yd]

I had to rewind and gaze at that shot to appreciate the beauty of it...I see a dragons back and also a small dragon face at the top 🐲❄️❣️

[@xsbiggy6349]

My great grandfather, Garrett, was a Dutchman that immigrated to the States. He was an absolutely phenomenal carpenter. He built his home and all furnishings. I even have a cedar armoire that he made for my grandmother that has been handed down to my daughter. I never got to meet him, but watching your videos, it reminds me of the stories the family told of him. Studious, attention to details and self sufficient and generally very quiet. Many of the same qualities I witness in you.

[@benscheidhastoomuchtosay2094]

The dovetail right of passage! I made the exact same mistake a thousand or so dovetails ago and think of it each time I set up for new ones. Showing you’re “fails” is the best and truest part of our maker’s experience. And the pie! Your mom would approve!

[@relocatetoItaly]

Hi from Lago Maggiore Martin chilly Easter here. Its been raining for a week here and at your altitude that means snow. Happy Easter and I hope the ☀️ sun comes out soon.

[@d.g.1178]

Happy eastern to you all

[@61js]

Is that a typo. 😂

[@csilva5802]

Happy Easter.

[@sandfly60]

And to you and yours.

[@davidlee950]

Greetings Martijin. Glad to see that you’re keeping the Suzuki Jimny and it continues to perform its chores flawlessly. It definitely has been your go-to workhorse.

[@donnamarshall8349]

I’m very confused - where’s the Pajero???

[@rubyklumpenhower9491]

​@@donnamarshall8349 watch and listen from 8:00 - 9:00 minutes

[@irislozinsky3960]

So relaxing to be with you after an early morning Easter Mass and a huge breakfast of blessed food with family all around. It settles the rush and hubbub and makes me appreciate this wonderful world God has made for us all to enjoy! Christ is Risen !

[@chriscorbin2059]

It is that time of year when we are all longing for Spring but Mother Nature still rules

[@janiedillingham3190]

I hate it when someone comes over and messes up my Sunday morning, watching Martijn's latest video! I literally have to bum-rush them out the door as fast as I can, so I can login and watch today's video. (Really not kidding.)

[@jannybranciforte9295]

Every week I feel as though my concept of what it means to be an artist, to live with such passion for every aspect of one’s life, is ever expanding.My senses become drunk with joy, to believe that we each have such power to create our vision, to create our own masterpiece of life for ourselves,with faith and hope and hard work. Thank you Martijn for giving me such hope to keep on moving forward in my own dream. You are a true art form in every way, creating, building and living. 🙏🕊💜

[@paulie4450]

Martjin laughing at himself at the cabinet mistake was such a real moment which solo creators can relate with, irrespective of profession or field. Love it, doing things on your own for the joy of it gives such purpose in one's life.

[@vickijohnson8151]

The man is just simply amazing.. just love everything about him… he is extraordinary.. how proud his mom and dad must be for the beautiful man that he is .. a man of substance … I feel a special moment every time I watch him.. not just what he is creating but the man inside revealed each Sunday morning.. so glad I found him.. he touches my heart

[@ptitpanda59]

Bonjour Martijn, je suis vraiment impressionnée partons ton parcours de tes expériences avec une telle attitude zen, je pense que tous tes voyages sont aussi le reflet de ta passion et de ton âme, tu es vraiment une belle personne et en plus, tu es créateur passionné respect. 🫶🙏🏻

[@peggyannenicholl7318]

Someday soon you will be done, and I know how proud you will be. Your home is looking great now.pretty soon new planting will happen and you will get some nice fruits and vegetables to enjoy. I really enjoy watching your videos, and for an old gal, gives me something to watch, thank you

[@user-ky1vg8yk3c]

We can feel the peace in your films thanks for your sharing

[@cynwalts771]

Its looking amazing Martijn as usual, cant wait to see the finished look. Your white wonderland is truly spectacular. The chickens are looking so relaxed and happy again. Well done.

[@Liisa3139]

As I watched you working on the door frame I heard some bird twittering and assumed it coming from the speaker, but I had to check, so I turned the volume off and noticed that it was actually coming from my balcony. Even my city surroundings sometimes synchronize with these videos. Love it!

[@jewelcopeland3374]

Your home is so beautiful and has such a cozy feel . I know you do a lot of research , but without your natural talent to just " know " what's right , it wouldn't be as wonderful Way to go Martijn !!😊

[@autodidactin]

So many lovely vignettes in this video: your room with the stove through the window, the snow-topped roof stones, your beautiful leather-bound sketch book …. Loved seeing you using your oven for baking. You did a great job with the apple cake. I think the last one from your videos was the one your Mom made and baked in an open fire. It was quite scary, I have to say, watching your car slide sideways down the mountain who said “no!” I so much enjoy watching you perform your daily construction and living tasks. Thank you Martijn.

[@lemonlemon9463]

I have no knowledge of any woodwork and construction whatsoever, but I can watch Martijn's vlogs for hours and hours. It is somehow very relaxing yet interesting. Thank you and I cant wait till next Sunday.

[@marie-helenelucas5470]

Yesterday I watched the movie Eight Mountains, beautiful Italian movie set in the mountains near the Gressons and today I was really looking forward to watching your even more beautiful video. Just stunning and so soothing ... Like being there on the mountain with you.

[@rocktheroadtowembley]

An amazing movie, love the music in it as well!

[@lillianbelt2016]

I am so glad that you didn't shy away from sharing with us your mistakes. We all make them. I also greatly admire your skills.

[@sherylmccormick754]

Martijn, you are truly a Renaissance man! What a treat every Sunday to chill out (today especially watching the snow!) viewing your calming videos with relaxing nature sounds and music. I appreciate the occasional explanations you provide and how well you include us in what you are doing. Thank you for allowing us to come along for the experience. I've learned much from you.

[@TheMollyisagoodgirl]

You're a beautiful human being, Martijn...inside and out.

[@kvk1960]

My Sunday morning Church service without a doubt!! Also so cute when he cut the dovetail joints incorrectly and he chuckled rather than get mad at himself. Even Martijn can make a mistake but he found a clever solution that worked, too!! Martijn is a living Zen Master!! ❤❤❤

[@donnacarmean2024]

I have followed you from the beginning of the Alpine adventure and have learn much from your patience, craftsmanship, and skill. It has given me confidence to do jobs I never would have dreamed of tackling since my husband past 3 years ago. I am 73 and old enough to be your grandma…BUT I screamed at the tv, NO NO, No when you almost rolled the car down the mountain! You got it out of course, but you almost gave this old lady a heart attach! So enjoy your videos and your artistry. Keep up the wonderful work and BE CAREFUL!👏👏👏

[@MuirWoods111]

I have always thought that putting the stone roof together and all the guys who helped was the most heroic, mind-boggling task was accomplished so far! 😅 Your craftsmanship is beautiful. You are truly a master! Take care!

[@Trishisadish]

The view of the top of houses with snow is so pretty! So glad your home is really coming together!

[@Angie-fe8yd]

I had to go back n pause to have a good look at that view as soon as it had shown...dragons back🐉 rooftop🌝

[@ruththomas6361]

I love the rain. Living here in a temperate rain forest where I never worry about clean drinking and cooking water is wonderful. Considering all those who struggle in this world because of a lack of clean, abundant water, I feel like I won the lottery. So did you, Martijn.

[@stonedesign1]

That’s it, you’re a true mason getting the pizza with a trowel!

[@hayatwy]

I don't think you realize how many people would love to live the way you do , To sit on the rocks and simply enjoy the silence, or to sit by the fire and have a coffee or a tea .The wolves howling does it for me ,,I LOVE that , You are blessed to be certain

[@ginanoble7203]

Two things really stood out today, the view from outside the window into the room with fire,and the superb Dutch apple pie.I was taught by my Dutch friend how to make a truely traditional pie oh the smell and the memories.Thank you

[@outpostcamp]

Your second passion is baking! Thanks for the continuous enjoyment. From Hells Canyon, Frank.

[@christophsziedat1496]

Weiter immer weiter es wird immer besser und schöner ! 🤗👍🏻

[@databong]

19:26 was a profound moment for me! The smile on Martijn's face. The recognition that was identical to all the carpentry fails I've ever had, but this time, from someone who I look up to as my teacher, made me feel such a part of the human race. Leaving that in the edit did so much good. I don't feel nearly as much of a failure now that I know Martijn can fail in the same way. We're all just learning. And we can learn like Martijn, with a look of bemusement and humor, before starting at it again.

[@abigailgerlach5443]

The snow begins to melt, the sun comes out and you think Spring has finally arrived...and it snows again!

[@ronalda.mastaler9937]

Martijn, I loved your “fail”, because, frankly, in one way or another, anyone who works with wood has done it. ✌️🖖

[@ronalda.mastaler9937]

I certainly have.🙄

[@davidestelter1092]

good day sir! got to love it when you show just how real you are allowing your mis step for the world to see with no deception. thank you sir!

[@julien3949]

Martijn i'd like to thank you for the videos you're making, been following you since the beginning and your content is so refreshing nowadays. Even i have issues with short attention span and your videos are a cure. I love that you're taking it slow, like a movie it forces me to sit down and enjoy. I could watch you doing nothing for hours, you're one of the few channels that makes me feel like that. Especially on those kind of building videos where the norm seems to be to go as fast as possible witth timelaspses, sped up videos, cuts etc. Please never change ! Dank je well

[@junedussault400]

You always prove the old saying, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way! Your will is strong!

[@annroberts5965]

Martijn I am so amazed at the range of your talents. You make a beautiful threshold for the window then you go inside and make a delicious looking pizza. Your drawing are so well done and you build exactly the objects you draw. You make a arch door then a luscious apple pie. No wonder your videos are so popular. This episode has everything. Thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration. Ann from Va. USA 🇺🇸

[@chriswiedeman490]

So, you obviously don't need MORE work but here's an idea for your utility room door header - find a green tree on your property, bend it in half, ensure the diameter is at a match for the doorway, tie it into that shape for a few week while it's still growing. Cut it down and keep it tied into the bow shape for a few months. Then untie it and use it for the arched door. You have plenty of time to do things in that manner.

[@trishkenrose9932]

I'd love to see you take a day with no work to just enjoy what you've achieved, because it is truly awesome

[@shelly881]

I enjoy your videos so much, thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@alexsimmons177]

Every single week without fail, my wife and I look forward to your Sunday video from Long Beach, CA. Everything you do is incredible.

[@jlaws522]

Psalm 72:3 The mountains shall bring peace to the people, And the hills, in righteousness. God built the mountains, Martijn is joining in the work and creating beauty too. Joy and peace, Martijn in this Easter season - HE IS RISEN!

[@user-yv8mu5ub4b]

The pattern of the roof stones is very clear , especially on the second cabin where we can see the original idea. Really amazing and reminding the nature itself mathematics. 28:38.