Off-grid cabin build. Big changes on our 3 acre homestead in Wales

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[@TheGreen-team]

Great videos. Can you let us know the designer from fiverr who sorted your youtube animations out etc? Much appreciated Michelle and Alan.

[@CampOutWest]

Hi both, we used www.fiverr.com/williamsjaames for our end screen animation that goes on the end of our videos and www.fiverr.com/hamdihelo/do-an-awesome-subscribe-like-bell-for-you for our 'subscribe' animation 😄It cost us under £20 for the 2 and you'll have the campoutwest discount too 🎉 oh and Jessica www.fiverr.com/jessica_3d/exterior-interior-and-landscape-design did our cabin mock ups xxx

[@TheGreen-team]

@@CampOutWest fantastic. Thanks and keep the videos coming, we love them.

[@JEM7112]

As a 52 year old mother of 2 I watch your videos every time with a smile on my face thinking 'bless their hearts, they work SO hard!' I can't wait for the warmer weather to arrive for you to be able to just sit in the sun and look at just how far you've come and achieved. Your parents must be so proud of you both.

[@helenstewart1238]

They're in Wales, there won't be any sun 😂

[@pompeymik]

😂😂​@@helenstewart1238

[@manolisgledsodakis873]

The audio is better with the new microphones. Tip for the next house: there's no need to measure between trusses; cut two pieces of wood to the correct length and butt each truss up against them. Then move them to the next.

[@CampOutWest]

That's good to hear! We annoyingly dropped our camera and broke it's mic port, so when the mic receiver is plugged in it's not recording anything haha so we've been manually recording into the mics directly and then trying to match it up with the footage when we edit 🤣 It's been a nightmare BUT I'm pleased it's been worth all the hassle 😄Thanks for the tip on the wood lengths too! Genius😃

[@patrickgibson6648]

Or just lay out the measurements on the top plate the hole length at once and then just move along without remeasuring every time.

[@paulrichards2350]

Great job guys really enjoying watching the process 👍🏻👏🏻

[@amandapittar9398]

I watch this and think “ what a great story to show your family and friends in 30-40 years time” . ….you will look back and think how amazing you both were. I’m full of admiration 😊😊😊 In NZ when the roof goes on a new house, you have a “roof shout”, you celebrate with a drink with the roofers, dowsing the new roof. I think you should adopt that tradition!

[@bill944]

Just remember when things are getting difficult, we're all here rooting for you. Great progress!

[@marym5664]

It’s really coming on, well done to you both. I love seeing Maggie snoopervising your work.

[@CampOutWest]

Maggie is the best supervisor 🥰

[@kevinsmith9941]

OK, Thank you. I have just added Snoopervising to my vocabulary.😁👍

[@stantheman5163]

It doesn´t get any better than this time of your life. It is a struggle on a day to day basis, but the bonds you are building now will last you a lifetime.

[@CampOutWest]

It really doesn't feel real! It feels like we are in a dream right now 🙏

[@jeffjones9792]

Hetiau i chi'ch dau...tri...swydd Stirling. Mwynhewch wylio'ch cynnydd yn fawr. 😊😊😊

[@davidelley8979]

You work well together... You will have to have a topping off ceremony when the roof is done.

[@CampOutWest]

Just had a quick google as we'd never heard of a 'topping off ceremony' they look amazing!

[@olderwiser64]

I’m so impressed with you both! Pat yourselves on the back because you are doing amazing work. You just put on your own roof trusses!! You are going to have such a sense of pride and accomplishment when your home is all done and you have the satisfaction of knowing you built it! Bravo! And Maggie too of course! She helped as well, just by being so sweet and adorable. 🥰 Awesome job and great video today too! 🏆🥇

[@detroutspinners]

I've just seen you have over 140k subscribers, I'm pretty sure you had less than a few hundred when I started following your journey. It's crazy how far the channel and camp have come along. Testament to both of your hard work! Amazing job!

[@CampOutWest]

Thank you for sticking around, its a bit silly really, the numbers have just kept creeping up week by week, we find it wild how many people are following us on our journey and sharing ideas and advise with us so freely.

[@t4bs594]

Please be careful with the scaffold tower. You have no supports. I fell off a tower while taking it down. Multiple injuries. Not fully recovered 3 years on. Also, please wear a working at height helmet.

[@CampOutWest]

Sorry to hear that, hope you reach recovery soon 🙏🙏

[@t4bs594]

@@CampOutWest Thank you.

[@toolalingus]

On a repetitive job like the roof spacer blocks are your friend, cut a couple bits of timber to the desired length and saves you having to measure out and mark each beam, Congrats guys, really enjoying the build

[@smarterthanawaffle]

Making a jig for those trusses to make spacing plumbing and squaring MUCH easier, instead of having to do all the fiddly bits 28 Times

[@CampOutWest]

If only you could have told us that before we started 🤣 great tip! We will bare that in mind for the shower block 😃

[@MavisTudor]

Very proud of you both. My great niece and nephew. The weather should improve before long. Sunny days are on the way. 😊😊

[@CampOutWest]

Diolch Mavis 😍

[@deennabarton1856]

You are making so much progress and we can see your dream coming to life now. Keep going, what an absolute inspiration you both are. Xx

[@CampOutWest]

Thanks Dee! It's starting to feel real now ❤

[@dianeconnors6263]

That is so funny that you say, I'm happy you survived... we are in the middle of completely renovation our 1938 bathroom, with 5000 pounds of tear down and now we are at the tiling. It's been a journey. It will be nice to get it done! I hope we survive and are married still😅

[@pennymcgill1391]

Hi from new zealand. Just looking at your mock up and wondering if you will have opening windows , for natural ventilation, let flying insects out , and to just enjoy a breeze to relax in. Also glass sliding doors are great to increase light and easy access. We built a small cabin ourselves, and enjoy these features. Our motto was - Enjoy The Journey - and when it poured with rain for days, this catch phrase helped to keep us smiling. All the best. Penny

[@pavelvrasskii1359]

Nible renters, who deserve an Oscar for their excellent performance on set

[@CampOutWest]

No idea what 'nible renters' means 🤣 unless you mean noble renters which equally makes no sense to us 🤣

[@JDog-tn8we]

I know I’m one of many around the world breathing a collective sigh of relief that your trusses are up! The designs by the architect are beautiful- what a great website business.

[@CampOutWest]

Love this, we are fully chuffed the trusses are up, it currently has a tarp over the whole roof and i can hear the rain running off it right now and it is a good feeling

[@anthonyorourke5562]

Looking great guys, fantastic job by 2 very hard working people.❤

[@CampOutWest]

Thanks Anthony! Such an amazing feeling seeing a roof on it when we look out the caravan now! 😊

[@54000biker]

John, 1.15 - when you are sawing please tuck your thumb in. I still have the scar where I sawed into my thumb 55 years ago in woodwork at school, I fainted lol.

[@CampOutWest]

Sorry to hear that! Thanks for the heads up

[@zacharyneufeld3854]

Looking GOOD guys !👏 Keep it up ,one foot in front of the other. Together you've got this !! Thanks for sharing again!🙏

[@fredharrowven1040]

Hi guys, You have done it again you amaze me how you have your day jobs to do and then come and work on your new home, I look 👀 forward to every video you guys put out as always I look forward to your next video until then you take care of yourself and stay safe.❤🛠️🛠️⭐️👍

[@CampOutWest]

Thanks so much Fred! A lot of the time we feel like we don't do enough, so this was such a big milestone for us!

[@pauldixon4810]

Well done gang, those trusses went up pretty well, and a good job on the ladder sections 👍. (Add a temporary leg to support them when you fix the OSB). Interior design looks good, remember less is more when working with cosy interiors, and the basics are what makes it perfect ( heating and ventilation, light and bright and a good shower that gets you very wet)

[@pollyannahubbard5634]

Do you know about the bump setting on the dewalt nail gun? Once you put it the lever near the speed setting over to the sign with 3 nails you just keep the trigger pulled in and whenever you compress the tip it will fire, when nailing repetitively like you was making your double trusses it save quite a bit of time 👍

[@ebutuoy4811]

I mentioned this on the last video, he replied saying that he managed to work this out and that it made a big difference.

[@CampOutWest]

@@ebutuoy4811 🙌

[@CampOutWest]

Love the bump setting, i can get carried away with it a bit though 🤣

[@pollyannahubbard5634]

​@CampOutWest also while in the bump setting if you do not pull the trigger in but compress the tip it will prime and u can use it as a single nail mode buy just pulling the trigger, I keep mine on bump setting constantly as it covers both modes at the same time 👍

[@ForestGardenRetreat]

You guys are inspiring. We love what you have done and plan to do. It has given us the belief we can do ‘similar’ things with our own project in Finland. We are learning so much- thanks.❤

[@lindaallen2412]

I totally love watching this and my goodness you work so hard, sometimes you just have to take a big leap of faith to get where you want, I know the feeling well having brought a broken down unliveable french farm house 20 years ago I have photos if you are interested, plus I love how you are with your dog he is so like my boy Jack same colour and mannerisms

[@mentalneil]

I absolutely love the big end window in the bedroom, and like the idea of the velux, loving the build

[@CampOutWest]

We can't wait to finally put the window in place! 🥰

[@caru547]

The design mock ups are great! Can’t wait to see what you do. Your videos are so inspiring and you make a great team.

[@gingermonette7455]

Great to see your ideas in 3D! Two thoughts: - Smaller tiles means more grout, which means more cleaning. Grout is a PAIN TO CLEAN! - Consider orienting your bed so both heads or feet are towards the window. As you age, you'll both likely need to get up in the night to go potty so both need to be able to easily get out of bed.

[@debrandw246]

You are the greatest couple. You work so well together and you sure are not afraid of hard work. You are both amazing. Look at what you have accomplished. Well done both. Be proud. You deserve it. So happy for you. Its gorgeous. I absolutely love your design. Fivver did you well. Its INCREDIBLE.

[@chrisbroadley1928]

Really starting to take shape now guys. Excited to see the next videos drop now it’s starting to look like a building. Well done to you both for even getting to this point.

[@mrsmiggins6435]

You work so well together. Love seeing your progress. The end is getting nearer and nearer. Fantastic job guys❤️

[@patkilmurray4702]

Hi John and Emily, exciting progress! Wonderful to see the roof trusses in place, it is going to be quite cavernous inside compared to the caravan. I'm so looking forward to the interior design stage and knowing how capable you both are, it will be spectacular.❤

[@bdmoffical4121]

Thinking about doing something similar out my parents garden, hopefully my vision comes to life!

[@CampOutWest]

Sounds amazing! You also wouldn't need planning permission to build within the park home regulations like we are, as in the UK you can build one legally in any house garden,' as long as the person living in it is a direct family member of the house owner!

[@morrigans_cottage]

Can’t wait to see the finished Project!

[@isobelchapman9548]

Wow, fantastic work and how great this has all come together. Love the fact that Maggie is continuing to keep an eye on you both xx

[@CampOutWest]

She loves seeing what we're up to, we always wonder what she's thinking...'Hurry up humans and build me a home' 🤣 xx

[@martinhammerton8157]

Fantastic progress great to see

[@dorothymlinar4192]

Great job, guys! Can’t wait to see this all done.

[@rhondasweeney7271]

I am so proud of the 2 of you ! You both have done such an god and you have accomplished a whole bunch. You are so much closer to getting your house dried in and next thing. You know you will have walls on the inside, not only the outside. Thank you for sharing your amazing journey. Say hi to Maggie.❤😊

[@Klingon2468]

Wow guys, you got loads done in this video. It looked a bit windy when you fitted the gable ends, great work though you must be really happy with your progress. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@CampOutWest]

It was really windy the whole time which made it feel scarier than it needed to be

[@gallopingg1]

you guys are brilliant, great team work.

[@shaishannahbennett8055]

Wow you two, amazing work and how exciting! Thank goodness, you had some dry days, I think we have all the rain here in the South East Kent lol 😂 Much love to you both and Pooch x

[@chr15b]

What a cracking milestone, it’s looking great. Well done to you both!

[@tomwilson5822]

Excellent progress, really looking forward to seeing the roof up 😊

[@taylacampbell9552]

Always look forward to these videos! Doing an awesome job guys!

[@Limary787]

So much progress 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@kaysherwood9178]

Well done

[@PaulGloverHowDo]

Great to see you guys progressing, looking forward to the next one. 👍👍👍👍

[@tracyparris-volkner2721]

Well done to you both. It's coming together really quickly now. Your rocking it 😊

[@iainhughes8110]

Keep up the great teamwork - you're doing superbly! I bet it's a real morale boost for you to see the house beginning to take proper shape?! Be careful, Stay safe, and thumbs up!👍👍

[@themanofthewoods]

You made me remember when i had just a basic box with my hut. I couldn't stop spending time in it and contemplating the finished job. Such a beautiful time then. Keep up the excellent work guy's.

[@nelleg152]

The layout looks lovely can't wait to see the finished product. Well done with the roof ❤

[@claireberesford2307]

So excited to see this evolve. You guys are so close now ❤

[@dgreen71]

Literally came across your videos on utube I watch a lot of one's in America then seen yours excellent work both really enjoyed the other videos as well. Well done both looking forward to the next 👍 👏 😀 👌 💪 😄

[@williampaterson1706]

Looking good folks

[@32446]

Good work guys. You’re doing incredible work. ❤

[@suehill6921]

WOOHOO massive progress. Now the really exciting bits start. You two are 🌟

[@fredlarge8209]

Thanks!

[@Ridley2907]

Well done guys. Coming along very nicely.

[@davidcorlett2082]

Fantastic work. Keep positive as the summer is thinking about coming 😊

[@bernicenix5925]

The tiny house is coming together so nicely .

[@christine3358]

Looks great! You both are doing a fantastic job

[@SAtoUSAgirl]

Awesome progress!

[@raybeer549]

Well done guys. you are doing a great job.

[@pollyb.4648]

The animation was great, I enjoy your videos!😊

[@richardnoyon1875]

AMAZING work you two.... living my dream ...look forward to every video you make ...... 😊😊😊

[@CampOutWest]

Thanks so much for the support Richard! 😊

[@jeannepotter3051]

One more enormous step to make your dream come true. I look at it in awe, as I know you do. Such an endeavor; such an inspiration.

[@ramblejack]

Very exciting to see the roof coming together now. The renders look great.

[@andreefaniel4500]

A little bit every time .. great jobs you guys / You already well deserve that creation of yours .. it’s going to be amazing ( like you two ) ❤ from Québec

[@johnfoley2671]

Well done guys, huge progress been done, not long now to sleeping in your new home. Can’t wait for the next video!!

[@harrymann2045]

Well done both of you!! It's so amazing to see how fast you guys are getting on with this first cabin. Great video as always and I can't wait for the next one. :)

[@frankieb43]

So exciting watching this all coming together. ❤️ Can't wait for next video. Xx

[@chrisevans8455]

More amazing efforts from you. This tiny house will be amazing. You should be sooo very proud of yourselves. Congrats.

[@NailahRoberts]

It's going to be a lovely home for you both x

[@shirleyohearn4982]

Well done both of you, great teamwork, it’s amazing to see each video and see how you are coming along.🇦🇺

[@beeinthemountains2379]

You guys are absolutely smashing it - I feel so proud of you both. It’s been amazing watching you build this, and I don’t think I’ve ever been so excited for a roof! The designs look amazing and I can’t wait to see it finished. You are both such an inspiration 🖤

[@user-hd2mt9xh2p]

Good teamwork under windy and cold conditions. It's getting closer 🙂

[@richardskinner6804]

Absolutely mesmerised by your video's, you have both come so far and can't wait to see the finished cabin ❤️

[@FrankieOffGrid]

So exciting to get the roof going up! Loved seeing the mock ups too, its going to be such a beautiful space, can't wait to visit for a panad :) xx

[@user-ww1yv8ue8p]

great video ,omg cant wait till next one xx

[@ianarmstrong8589]

Well done with the progress

[@patmurphy4564]

Well done to the both of you. You work so hard when the weather allows you to, and it looks so cold. You are doing brilliantly and should be so proud of what you have done so far. Love Pat from Australia ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@rossdavies8167]

Looking great guys not long now and your be in the dry. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@CampOutWest]

We even managed to tarp the roof, thanks to the new trusses! No more hovering up the water for us 🤣🙌

[@colleenvarlow8764]

Hi you two. Thanks for showing us what you are up to. I really like the design mockups. Stunning I think. :)

[@barbarabull2672]

Lovely to see you working together so well and making great progress despite the more often than not, inclement weather 👏👏👏

[@missykmac29]

This has been amazing to watch ❤

[@CampOutWest]

Thank you!

[@annarivera2142]

Yay #CampOutWest Monday's!

[@CampOutWest]

Woohoo! Happy Monday!

[@dhonlutje]

Glad you had also some dry and sunny days, you're work is amazing as always, happy to see what architects can help to creatie ❤❤❤ greetings from a wet and could Belgium

[@sarahprice1375]

Here we go here we go here we go.....❤🎉

[@user-pq3xu8jp4n]

Towork out the spacing on each side, cut a length of 75mmx 45mm to length then use that and you wont have to measure each truss. Try using screws' as well - heaps quicker. Keep going kids

[@CampOutWest]

Hi, i think the bit of timber as a spacer is a great idea, definitely one to use next time. And for screws, what screws could you use with truss clips? we just used the square twist nails as thats what was specced with the roof design

[@journeytakesatrip]

The cabin is really coming along now. I’m looking forward to seeing you complete the outside and more on to fitting out the inside. It’s exiting to see the designs as it brings home that it will be a proper living space in the not too distant future.

[@TankIOW]

You know what? I'm absolutely loving this journey with you guy's, it's so exciting to see your new home coming on stage by stage, not to mention all the learning on the way. X

[@donniblanco5239]

Awesome Job You 2 - Lookin Fantastic Already, it’s gonna be so Cosy 🙌🏻👍🏻✨

[@danielmaurer4285]

Spent my Easter weekend Binge watching from your first upload and what a amazing journey you both have embarked on and continue to remain strong I can’t wait to see when you guys finish everything best of luck can’t wait for future uploads 🎉👊💪

[@alecmcdonald744]

Well done guys 🎉 really proud 😊 of u. Soon have the roof done . Fingers crossed for dry weather ☁️

[@sandymclennan2073]

Another great post showing off your skills, well done.....

[@CampOutWest]

Thanks Sandy, we learn something new every video 🥰

[@joshfairweather97]

My two favorite people and my favourite dog too! Im so excited to see the roof truss' finally up! All that waiting to have them made has finally paid off because they look amazing, cant wait to see the roof on proper now :) So proud of you both :)

[@stevecompton7197]

Looking awesome you guys should be so proud of yourselves can't wait to see the next stage

[@CampOutWest]

Thanks Steve, doesn't feel real! We are so excited for what's next!

[@danielstarr1803]

Amazing progress! Really great to see the build coming along nicely. Really good video as always😊

[@CampOutWest]

Cheers Daniel!