Preparing For Winter At Off-Grid Cabin In Woods

[@Vanwives]

SPORTS?? Am I right? Haha who knew that wiring and insulating could be so fun. Hope you’re all laughing along this Sunday morning with us 💛

[@shaunsheldon1219]

Hi Jaz and Crystal have you just sent a txtmetelegram link? 🐾🐾

[@annakissed3226]

Use your photography lights to combat SAD they typically are CRI 95+ In the UK I am at the same longitude North as Yellow Knife!! Yet since I started using YongNuo 5100K LED panels my seasonal affective disorder went away for ever. My YongNuo panels are getting old & failing so I am switching to Aperture lights

[@SunshinesART]

Love you both so much!! Love the wool snuggle and the flapper. We have a storage shed like yours we are planning to wire and insulate. Loved seeing this. And now considering wool!❤

[@kfbell11]

Don’t have time for sports got me 😅

[@annakissed3226]

Wool is itchy because of how it is processed. What happened was the large wool processors changed the chemicals they used to process wool making it much cheaper to produce BUT the wool absorbed the chemical so despite repeated washing if remained itchy. But the large scale producers made so much money they didn't care they were putting people off wool for close to the skin clothing!!

[@dragonflytoo]

The reason I am so proud of you is: I'm the generation who fought for girls to wear slacks to school, to take shop instead of home ec, to get bank loans without a male cosigner, to get credit cards without a cosigner. I fought, not for 'equal rights', because we are so different, but for equal opportunity. To see you DOING all the things I fought for but am now simply too old to participate in 🤣🤣🤣, is music to my ears. YOU make the exhausting life long fighting worth it. Thank you, more than you know. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@deejenkins4901]

That’s for TRUE😊

[@BinoDist]

I'm from the same generation. It was in 1975 when men said women could wear trousers to work but only with a matching jacket. In 1971, a man told me that women couldn't drive busses because they ware all too weak. Half a century later, videos like this one make a mockery of such ridiculous reasoning.

[@buddy774]

And don't forget "sports" (see how I tied that in?😏)! Title IX (1972) opened the door for women's sports in public schools!

[@dragonflytoo]

@A. A. yep, back in the 60s.

[@patman9419]

That’s the exact reason I have such an appreciation for Jazz and Crystal. The are the dream we all had come true! The LGBQT open love and marriage is also a milestone and realization as well. Thanks girls for fulfilling our dreams.

[@patti7371]

I live in a fairly similar climate! A sunrise lamp is a game changer for winter mornings. It helps you to wake up at the time you might “need” too, all while filling your room with a natural sun light feeling!

[@Vanwives]

Good Morning Patti, thanks for recommending this sunrise lamp. We have something similar and it does make a difference. Nothing like the sun eh Thanks for tuning in. See you next Sunday.💛🌞

[@afriend38]

Where would one purchase this sun lamp. I've never heard of these but waking to the " sun" sounds very nice.

[@gaelcarlton9182]

Interesting, living in Alaska and with LONG dark days with only limited daylight in winters, I've never heard of Sunrise lights, I have something similar bought years ago bet the one your talking about which is newer bet I will enjoy it more. Thanks!

[@afriend38]

@A. A. There is something going on with the internet these days. I've found I have been getting a lot of bugs and mistakes when trying to do things on my phone. I don't think the vanwives would porposefully delete your posts. Anyway, I really appreciate you texting me backto answer my question. Thank you. 👍

[@afriend38]

@A. A. 😂 Spain, I wish.

[@AnneDragonfly]

‘Crystal undoes all my knots.” That’s a good mantra for a loving relationship. ❤️❤️

[@JAKASHA420]

If anyone can survive a winter here, you two can. You got this.

[@Vanwives]

Hey James, we appreciate the faith you have in us. We are hopeful. See you next Sunday.💛🐾

[@oceanwoods]

Tip, load the gravel in the front of the trailer to shift the weight! You got this! Thanks for bringing us along on all the challenges and fun

[@teresapickering5817]

Thanks u guys for the motivation. I'm almost 60 yrs old & I do everything myself at my homestead but there are some days I am fighting with myself to getter done so I watch u guys & that gets me moving. I am worse in the colder months so I am looking forward to watching you guys this winter!

[@Vanwives]

Hey Teresa, kudos to you for doing everything yourself. Nonsense fighting with yourself give yourself permission to take the time you need. Tomorrow is another day. We are happy to have you on our community.💛

[@teresapickering5817]

@@Vanwives I've had two back surgeries, neck surgery & shoulder surgery so if I give myself permission to not do things I'll never get it done. It's different when u have pain every day & when u get older. It takes all of my willpower now days.

[@alicecain4851]

@@teresapickering5817 be kind to yourself too! I get what you're saying, but still give yourself the breaks you need. Take care.

[@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs]

One day at a time Teresa. If you live near a local pool maybe they have a hot tub to treat yourself weekly. This is what I did as I am very physically active like these two ladies are. In 2017 I bought from Costco, delivered to my door right to the front porch, a small hot tub for 2 people and never looked back on sore muscles again! I insulated under it with 5 inches of stryofoam, and put some more insulation, rock wool, around all the sides keeping it in with reflecto bubble wrap. With the aftermath of hurricane Fiona, and living on 8 acres of old spruce forest, which a lot of the trees snapped off or up rooted, there is a lot of physical work do get this forest and trail system restored. Working with chain saw operators lifting and pulling huge and medium size branches, some to road side, means sore muscles after a 3 hour work bee. Knowing there will be a hot tub ready .... after the dogs get fed and cuddled, helps keep that motivation energy fueled. Food for thought if you can find a hot tub to treat yourself once in a while. It feels amazing on the sore muscles....and wonderful for the mental health balancing act we all have to work on. You got this Teresa!💯👍💪☺❤‍🩹🇨🇦

[@carrieturner414]

No matter what age you may be, you set your mind to what you want you will accomplish it. You should be lucky you should feel free.

[@tiramsilva9037]

I can't believe why you don't have already millions of subscribers. You are the best ever. So much fun to watch. Maybe put "off grid" in your titles because these catches more people and you are off grid anyway. Love you girls.

[@Vanwives]

Ah you’re so kind 💛 thank you xx love you

[@jetstream57]

I look forward to watching Crystal and Jasmine Bella and Izzy all week. They just make my day complete. I smile through the whole video every video. Love you Jasmine love you Crystal.

[@Vanwives]

Hey Larry.. so sweet of you to say.. Happy we can make you smile. Sending love back to you from the 4 of us.💛🐾

[@MestizaMetaphor]

I love how some jobs are so clearly Crystal jobs and some are Jazz jobs. Untangling, painting, planting? Crystal. Whacking, burning, climbing? Jazz.

[@valarya]

XO, Macenna just built her entire kitchen with her own two hands (she's a DIY youtuber) and they turned out better than custom ordered, they're insanely professional looking. She just watched a TON of youtube videos and said the thing that helped her the most was a corner-clamp and a pocket jig. Good luck, I can't wait to see!!!

[@Vanwives]

Hey Hey Valarya, we are definitely going to look her up, thanks for passing on her name to us. Thanks for tuning in.💛🐾

[@barbarashapiro7499]

Elysia English (also recently relocated to Nova Scotia) just built her own kitchen and is finishing a laundry/pantry. Like Macenna, she learned from YT and has done an impressive job for an impressively low price; kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpqoi4awZr5-ecU&ab_channel=ElysiaEnglish

[@thirtynine3955]

For some other diy tips, check out Jared Crocker on KZbin. He and his brother, Jason, have done shed to house a couple times. Place is looking awesome! Great job!

[@Tamidewa]

Elysia English is a KZbinr who just built her own cabinets for a kitchen and laundry room/ pantry in Nova Scotia. Her videos are pretty detailed and definitely confidence building. She used plywood and a Kregg jig to make Shaker style cabinets.

[@robertwood9628]

Ok a couple things...I have been watching you for years and I must say I have never laughed as much as I did watching this vlog. You two are so much fun. On another note, you have be aware that the wool insulation will drop down and compress over time leaving voids that won't be insulated anymore. You will need to pump more in from the top once that happens. Someone with a thermal imaging gun can check this for you...Thanks for making this old man smile so much this Sunday Funday. hugs

[@qaosqitty8098]

The gravel barrow segment was pure comedy gold. It gave me the laugh, smile and vibe I needed to get back work on my own project. Everything is looking awesome. Thanks for sharing. ❤️

[@MrRKWRIGHT]

Good Sunday morning VanWives. As always, your construction skills are inspirational and motivating. - which of course is normal for a couple of strong self sufficient offgrid women such as yourselves. Thanks for sharing another tour of your cozy cabin in the woods, living a life in the great outdoors. 😊😊🌹🌺🌺🌼🌼

[@Vanwives]

Good Morning Richard, Wowee thank you for all the kudos. We appreciate you watching every Sunday. Happy to have you in our pack. See you next Sunday.💛🐾

[@MrRKWRIGHT]

@@Vanwives You bet. In the meantime, have a wonderful week there in the great outdoors.😊😊

[@Yvonne-kk6cd]

You two have accomplished so much this year. Praise to both of you.

[@bobbiejojackson9448]

Jaz's mom was probably thinking of the fiberglass stuff they call "glass wool". (It's the stuff that's made with tiny shards of fiberglass) You have to use heavy leather work gloves to handle it or you'll end up getting super itchy and/or with a red irritated rash. This Haverstock wool looks amazing! I wish it had been around years ago when our house was built in the early part of the last century. We did a major reno (down to the studs) of the entire first floor soon after we bought it and the walls were full of the stuff. And it was "loose" glass wool that didn't have the protective paper on both sides of it!! 😬 What a nightmare! Great job ladies! But, of course, we've all come to know that the two of you rock at everything you set out to do! Love to the pack from the Adirondacks! 💜🐾💛🐾

[@cseverin821]

Incredible ladies 🎉 Just in awe at how much you two have gotten *hit done!!! Of course kudos to Porter and the community! Blood sweat and tears ❤

[@jeffreylang2633]

You are such a fabulous couple. Love your homestead and everything you have accomplished with your hands and heart. I find myself searching for your next video. Love your dogs too. This is all from an old-fashioned, old white guy. All my best wishes.

[@Vanwives]

Hey Jeffrey, thank you for all your heartfelt comments we sure do appreciate your kindness. We are happy to have you in our community. See you next Sunday.💛🐾

[@deboraha4]

Congratulations on reaching 300K!!!! I love watching you young ladies making your own way through this journey. Thank you for making this old lady's day so much brighter.

[@lazaruslazuli6130]

It's great that you're insulating the garage. Realize that you will still need a heat source in there to keep temps above freezing. On your light switches being at back and front door, you need to run a 3-wire with ground. A 3-way switch (for two switches for multiple lights) requires 3 wires to operate.

[@rachaelconza8500]

I admire how much of this stuff you learn to do to be self sufficient. I found you guys by accident. And I look forward to watching every weekend. The fab four and an inspiration to many. Thank you from new Zealand 😊❤️

[@BinoDist]

Here in New Zealand 🇳🇿 , we have ten times more sheep than people so there is an abundance of wool. I wonder if the rule makers have progressed far enough to allow this type of insulation.

[@claireriepe7832]

Thanks for another fun and inspiring video. One correction though -- The garage is not the heart of everything. The true heart of it all is your love. It powers everything, and with your love, you can overcome all obstacles.

[@MeluzHann]

I love seeing you treat your workers 🫀 you make me emotional and hopeful for when it’s my turn to play with tools and build my home🥰

[@LindsayDaly]

I'm gonna need that taco recipe EXPEDITIOUSLY. 🌮 You both give me the inspiration I need to work on my first ever house! I can't wait to finally get in there and start building and fixing and making it perfect.

[@Thenovicehomesteader]

You guys are amazing! I’m going to send you a little package from our store here in the valley to help keep your winter comfy and cozy! Keep up the amazing progression…would love to meet you both someday! ❤️❤️

[@alans3023]

I continue to be impressed by how effortless you make each new project seem. I'm sure there is stuff that never makes it into the video that would say otherwise, but well done. And your enthusiasm remains infectious.

[@Vanwives]

Hey Alan, our hope is that each project is effortless but as you know it does not always work that way. We truly are so passionate about every project we work on, happy you see the enthusiasm. See you next Sunday. 💛🐾

[@paulaathey6816]

You two are amazing and very hard working just look how far you have come doing everything you're selves. Great job!

[@greatpix]

I don't know if it's code of not but I've seen builders put protective metal tabs on the studs to protect you from drilling or nailing into a pipe/electrical line. I've also seen them use something that looks like a 2" metal pipe (stud width) and run the wire through that. Same principle, keep nails, drills etc away from electrical wiring.

[@fightontony5797]

You girls are so fun to watch. You can handle the winter with your energy you can survive anything. Your garage looks awesome.

[@greatpix]

I used to hit the 'slapper' with a rubber mallet. Gave me better control over placing the staples and was still fast.

[@iamtherealzim]

I think you may have wanted to use heavier wire (too late), so you will probably want more circuits to run your power tools on or you will keep popping breakers. You will probably also want to install double boxes by the doors if you want to have outdoor lights that are controlled by switches in the garage. Just some thoughts.

[@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs]

Hey, Prince Edward Island checking in with you to ladies again! Nice to see such fun and busy happening with wonderful team work! Hurricane Fiona here on the North shore certainly keeps us busy as well. Cool about the wiring you two did. I will have to try it on the next small build. I agree with multiple ways of heat sources. The country home here is mainly heated by wood that I selectively log off the 8 acres, there is an oil furnace I turn on only when I am traveling during Winter months. The ICF extension planned for 2023 Spring, three stories with a full basement, will have 2 or 3 heat pumps. It is all an open design as it is mostly for a play area for the dogs I rescue, on the main floor. I did all the basement ridge joists with 4 inch thick styrofoam so that blocked significant drafts. Quite amazing the warmer difference during the winter when using the air tight stove. I look forward to seeing how the cabin will be insulated....it seems quite chilly in your cabin in the mornings....hang in there girls! You got this! Enjoyed your video as you kept things positive with silly fun as well. Awesome!💯😀🙏🇨🇦

[@kfbell11]

Omg also Andrew is so cute!! What a fun crew they looked like - always amazing to find those trust worthy people to work with

[@kts7113]

I love watching all your amazing videos. I have to admit that I cried every time you mentioned the garage being the heart. My father passed away on Friday, he had cancer, but he died because his heart stopped working. Please take care of yourselves this winter. ❤️

[@johnlarson4623]

You too with your construction and building is just tremendous wish you the best on all your endeavors you two are great together wish you a wonderful year little old guy in Minnesota I'm 73 but I'm not looking forward to Winter it's good thing I have a nice warm apartment I do go for walks

[@Vanwives]

Hi John, thank you for your kind comments. Always great to get out for a walk. Thanks for tuning in. See you Sunday.💛🐾

[@thirtynine3955]

I love untangling knots! I actually find it very soothing. My roommate and I both learned to crochet a few years back and got lots of tangles whenever we'd have to rip a project out. I was and still an the official untangler...lol!

[@stevecrombie5357]

Love the journey and where it's taking US. Because you have invited us along. ♥

[@pj-light-glass]

Definitely got a good laugh going with the gravel-in-the-hauler outweighing the both of you! I startled my dog from her sleep laughing so much! Glad though that the garage is wired in and fully insulated with 3 forms of heating to keep the batteries happy. You two are so much fun, and very special too. 🎊🎃💞💞🎊

[@bethb7965]

You two never cease to amaze me with all that you accomplish!!! Can't wait until you have your cabin heated as well so you'll be warm and toasty for the cold weather. Love to all four of you from Pennsylvania ‼‼❣ 🐕🐾🐾🐕🐾🐾

[@geraldlaramee8741]

I’ve watched many of your videos for a few years now. Very nice to see what you both do and how you move forward in life off grid.

[@Mtnsunshine]

It’s so wonderful how things are coming together. But your hard, hard work is what is making that possible. 👍. With the heater installed in the garage, I could see you sleeping in there until your wood stove shows up. 😊. Thanks for another great video ! Hugs to the pups. 💗🤗

[@tedsemonis7905]

After a while the insulation may compact (thrust nothing and never be disappointed) might take a while, so in spring get/rent/pled for a thermal camera and check. Look at Holmes on Holmes, he explains and does a training for women to be contractors. Great job on electric, do you call for a inspection on it before it is hooked up.

[@michaelwilliams7481]

You two are so entertaining, you make everything look like fun. Sunday wouldn't be the same without you two. Now to what you have done, there don't seem to be anything you both can't do, that is why the word failed would never be used. It is too late to say, take photos of the garage wiring for future reference. Your joy, is so infectuous love from Mike. ❤

[@loril.mangold8160]

I used to make that rustic furnature, like you used to see in Cabins all over, about 20 years ago, easy to make, like willow chairs, tables, bed frames, etc. I Jst bought a book or 2 of making rustic furniture, I would sell it on consignment at Art Galleries in Seattle when I used to live there. Woodworking stores have those kind of books, but Amazon sells books like that too. You need to buy a spoke shaver bit for your drill, and a Hole saw bit. You have enough trees, wood around, I also made those Adairandak chairs like you have in your yard

[@Aunty-A]

You girls are so amazing, forward-focused and hardworking! Never doubt that you will accomplish it all! Just look at how far you’ve come! Wait til you get that solar array in…..it will blow your mind! Love you girls! Have a great week!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mo0seboy]

I learned to make cabinets by watching Bourbon Moth's guides. They're pretty decent. Hardest part is learning to cut plywood straight without a massive tablesaw, but you gals already have a tracksaw so you're good on that front.

[@camillabird]

I bet these steps really give a sense of relief. I look forward to seeing how your winter journey goes!

[@Mtnsunshine]

Your AG-1 commercial with you laying in the wonderful wool insulation is the best yet! AG-1 should use this in their National promotions. Loved it! 👍

[@jerrys634]

You guys have done an amazing job on an incredible number of projects. I'm amazed at how much stuff you now have after being so minimalist when you were living the vanlife. Even though you're living off grid, it is a huge change to a settled down lifestyle.

[@jacky5649]

Great job girls, I'm an Electrical Building Services Engineer and thought I'd share a a tip for any future wiring. It's best to run wires back up to the top of the wall before running them horizontally. Because if you were to do any adjustments to the wall in the future like that hole which was cut there's the potential you could cut into the cable. And for the wiring for the lights up above leave about a 0.5m - 1m long loop at every point you plan to install a light. The more cable there is the easier it will be to install and if there is too much you can always snip it off. :)

[@paigealters]

i love how y’all brought out izzy’s bed! i have a senior dog too and know that they will follow their bed anywhere😂

[@sharondoan1447]

I so admire your determination to do the job, put in however many hours it takes, and problem solve without getting out of sorts. Every project is a problem. That is a given and it takes maturity to accept this fact. Nothing goes according to plan and if it does, even that makes you kind of nervous. What you two have accomplished is awe inspiring for all those who dream.

[@ljmike5519]

I can't wait every week to see your video. You both are so happy, energetic and work so hard. Blessings

[@walteranson9551]

My wife and I have been watching you from the Van till current this is the 1st time I'm saying anything. We so enjoy the both of you working together making rl real things happen and teaching along the way. You're far away friends the Ansons

[@mac_uk5464]

Im not a certifies spark, but spent time as an sparkies mate. When you are running several cables on long lengths, run out the wires the length you want & then thread them through the timbers togeather. If you pull the wires through singulary, you run the risk of friction burning the stationary wire in the hole (Nooo 6:49 & 7:25). Good job, love your channel.

[@gingw7333]

It's too darn early in my day to giggle and laugh so hard! Enjoyed it a lot.

[@kaykinnan6560]

Ladies, you could sell me anything! You have " the gift" of charisma, enthusiasm , great looks and seem to be as nice as people can be! Love your videos!

[@barbarafling3790]

I am continually amazed by what you accomplish. The land looks so awesome!

[@SpiritDK]

I love wiring wood buildings it so easy and you can actually see what you have done,

[@kimnelligan9820]

You ladies are like energizer batteries you just keep on going and going and going you’ve come such a long way I hope it all works out and everything gets done before it starts getting real cold there love your videos ❤❤

[@pattycucahenia]

Macenna XO has done all the cabinets in her new/old home and they are beautiful! She is very meticulous and has learned how to do them as she goes.....ps love you guys!

[@moniquevelasco20]

So much progress guys. Way to go!!! Love and be safe!🤗😘🌼🇻🇪

[@greatpix]

Rockwool is easier to work with than fiberglass insulation too Is made from rocks. Good sound insulation, resists water damage.

[@dragonflytoo]

I am SO proud of your accomplishments ❤.

[@michelbeauloye4269]

We do enjoy really good weather in Central Europe for Oct 31st! 15°C, sun rise at 07:24, sun set at 17:15 because we are now at Winter Time.

[@Mr.Jamie.D]

✨️I've said it before, but my Sunday morning routine is framed by your videos. They are like food for the soul. You guys make me happy. Love you all 💛. Good luck with the winter prep 🏳️‍🌈🇨🇦 ^JD

[@davidwilken3584]

Two things I would suggest. 1. If you don’t have one get a homeowners copy of basic home wiring. Rethink your light wiring. Save wire by running your wire over your collar ties to run your wire in series. This should be 14/3 wire. Best of luck and I’m pretty sure your electrician will have to rewire that. Love watching your videos. Best of luck.

[@Vanwives]

14/3 is use for lights & 14/2 for outlets :) thank you!

[@jmacd412]

You both do an amazing job both with your videos and all of your work on your cabin. I look forward to seeing your videos every Sunday. All the best to you both!

[@__76--_-646]

They're a breath of fresh air to watch

[@Vanwives]

Why thank you jmacd412, we appreciate the compliments.. we are happy to have you as part of our community. 💛🐾

[@karenhallrodriguez9205]

I am glad that y'all are getting things done and as always I am so proud of you both! You almost lost a big fan! September 19th I had a 13cm. Cyst on my ovary burst and I almost dead I passed out and woke up in the floor, I had to have transfusions four bags of blood and I was septic and had ketoacidosis I was gone from home for a whole month I sure am glad I'm still here to watch you!

[@khianabentham6779]

The wheelbarrow with the rocks situation had me dying laughing 😂😂😂 love your videos

[@donbrackenreg2270]

I'd had thought shovelling the gravel from the back of the trailer to the front would have made it so much easier, but hey, nit as much fun eh?

[@suzylewis7309]

Good morning Ladies! Love the wiring and rolling in the wool!!

[@markholmes1346]

The wool love so inviting and warm! You guys sure get r done! Love your will to conquer any task! Look forward to next week! ✌🏼🙏🏼❤️

[@trevorfillmore698]

Backing up small trailers is hard I drove tractor trailer for 15 years and give me a 53 foot trailer to back in any day over a short one. I'm glad to see you guys have lots of backup heat sources good thinking when we built people said I was going overboard with my heating systems I went with a large central ducked heat pump with electric furnace backup and a hole separate ducked fireplace any one of the 3 can heat this house on there own. I try not to let the electric furnace come on after it gets to cold out side the heat pump cannot keep up that's when it's time for the fireplace and it's pretty to watch as well. Keep up the great work.

[@christinamann3653]

What a beautiful place. New to your blog but so happy to find it. Y’all are awesome, did a cabin build a few years back and it was tough but well worth it. Y’all rock!!!!!!

[@tomnorwid]

It warms my heart to see you guys doing so well at all the crafts you try, I wish all the best. You've come a long way from building your van. Well done Lady's!!

[@KristineS73]

Ok girls you are so impressive! Always learning and doing something every single week! I cant get enough of your content! Its simply amazing what you have made!❤❤🤘

[@cindys3435]

I think you ladies are very impressive, you both work so hard for what you have and it’s coming along amazingly. When I was younger I loved DIY projects and I renovated several houses, I love doing all of the renovations myself even while raising 4 kids and working as a nurse. It didn’t feel like work to me though as I enjoyed it so much. I imagine you two will have something very beautiful and the fact it will be self sustaining is really great. I can’t wait to see what you’re doing every week. 💖

[@teristinybuslife8161]

Omygawd girls, the trailer with the gravel !! I laughed so hard. Love you two so much. I'm learning so much. You make my Sunday every week!! So proud of you both!!

[@chrislaprise398]

Ummm... a couple of safety tips ladies, first, never do any wiring without consulting a licensed electrician. Second, when you run wire in a house in rough stage you have to keep in mind future nails or screws may penetrate electric wires if you don’t do it right. Keeping wires running the same bends at the same places offer less risk. The wiring I was seeing was all over the place. Also, when you run wire through a wall it easier for one person to hole the spool toward the puller coming off the top not bottom. This will avoid coiling of the wire. Support wires with nail clips wherever there is excessive slack. I hope this helps and unfortunately you might want to discuss the safety responsibilities that come with electrical contractors who carry insurance. If you burn down your house and you wired it insurance won’t pay. Love to you four and keep on keeping on!

[@fiona8452]

You girls are amazing. Love all that you’s do ✌🏼💚

[@Vanwives]

Hey Fiona, thank you for the kudos. We appreciate you being part of our pack.💛🐾

[@divekatdreaming]

Your accomplishments are amazing! Roofing, deck, outhouse, shed, greenhouse, sauna, hot tub, insulating house, all the trenching, the shed and, of course, all the clearing that you have done. I know I have missed some, but you started with a run down shack and now look at it!!!!

[@Vanwives]

Wowee you covered so many, looking at your words, we feel accomplished. Thanks for writing it done. We are happy to have you in our pack.💛🐾

[@robertorr8362]

Hello girls , what a fantastic job yous are making of your home , we wait in anticipation for your videos every Sunday, happy halloween 🎃 when it comes ❤️Bob and Alexis x

[@Vanwives]

Good Morning Bob and Alexis, thank you for all your compliments, it really warms our hearts. Thank you both for being part of our pack.💛🐾

[@kath9790]

Happy Sunday!! Keep adding those checkmarks beside the 'To Do List' items and you will soon be prepared by winter.... Though owning property mean always having a 'To Do List'. Hope you enjoy your coming week...

[@fefe8onlyou]

Fun game: Take a shot every time J says that the garage is the heart of the house 😂

[@afriend38]

😂

[@niceonelilly]

Wool is also technically a chemical, except it's made/grown independently. It is less artificial and a non-toxic version of insulation but still a chemical. Just as how rocks and water are also chemicals.🌳

[@claramullen]

I am dreading the day that the Canadian government and KZbin stop allowing my favorite Canadian KZbinrs to be seen here in the States I will be so heartbroken over half of the channels I watch are produced by Canadians. I don't know when or maybe things will change and stay the same as now but I want to tell you that watching what you share of your life has made my days brighter. Love ya.

[@cherylhuhn6180]

Say what?????

[@suicidekingsc5960]

Why would Canada or KZbin stop letting you watch Canadian youtubers?

[@Miranda-Killjoy]

Please tell this won’t happen in Australia.

[@Vanwives]

Hey Clara, we are happy we could make your days a little brighter. We are happy to have you in our community.💛🐾

[@TeresaSlivinski]

What are you talking about?

[@NSskidookid]

I found out about you guys on Saturday and have binge watched the entire Cabin series in 3 days! Super awesome seeing what you are doing in our beautiful Province! Can't wait to keep following along with your awesome projects!

[@photogirlca]

That wool insulation looks incredible - my only question (being country-based myself) is how you stop the mice from taking over and building nests in all that inviting wool??

[@twistedfrannie9311]

I keep my place at only a few degrees warmer all winter, I have the furnace set at 16C . We are warm blankets, cozy socks and sweater people. I dread the fact that it will be dark around 4:30 soon...I suffer from SAD, I have a sun light but it's just not the same. I am not a winter person, especially NS winters.....snow,ice,rain, repeat.

[@WhiteFox011]

I look forward to each one of your wonderful videos, keep up the good works! And this is coming from a 77-year-old married guy who has been married for 48 years to my best friend! You two gals are an inspiration to watch. I love you both, so please do take care and be well! I am glad to see that the tradesmen that are helping you out are also looking out for you both. Serving the hot drinks did not hurt one tiny bit. The two of you ROCK!

[@SkyNoris]

One thing I think you ladies could really use and would love for future construction is wireless light switches vs traditional ones. They save a lot of time and money not to mention are super reliable. If you buy the right brand. For my off grid shed I went with a Thinkbee wireless light switch kit. You can just pick these up off Amazon.

[@ritawoodfork3086]

As always so inspiring watching you ladies taking care of yourselves and preparing your cozy cabin for a warm and loving winter. Best to you both as you complete your place!

[@jaysoncody8716]

Cabin fever, and Baja dreaming! Will have you on the road and out of there for the winter! By mid-Dec. seeking sun, warmth and longer days of sunlight! After a family Christmas!

[@t4leta]

Hammer Tacker is the tool used to staple the mesh or insulation to the wall.

[@shycody7012]

You ladies are super girls. You are strong, smart, loving and all around the nicest people I have ever seen. You are doing a great job on your property and I look forward to seeing your videos every week. Continue to work hard but remember to always have fun like you seem like you do. Love you guys.

[@jgdscd]

So proud of you girls for the rough wiring and the amount of receptacles and light , you can never have too many. and love the insulation idea. Keep up the good work

[@Vanwives]

Hey James, Havelock wool is the best insulation checks every box and it works. Thanks for the kudos so right you can never have too many lights.💛🐾

[@danbenz5288]

Grandma from Texas, LOVE you girls! Way to Go! Yall are a great inspiration for me and I'm sure tons more people. 💗 Thank you for sharing your lives Van Wives!

[@ThisWontEndWell]

Even if you have to delay the solar instal this winter, as long as you get the batteries side of the system up and running you can always charge them via the generator (even though that sucks to do) you can keep the cabin powered and stay safe. Important to get that side of the instal up and working first you are being really sensible doing it this way around.

[@sarahcartier3393]

I love your enthusiasm, you crack me up. Thanks for brightening my day. have a blessed and productive week.

[@thatotherguy7596]

I'm so glad you ladies still having fun. This might be unnecessary advice, but you should put a remote smoke/CO2/flammable gas detectors and a camera in your garage since it's the "heart" of the place 🙂 I know you're both vary capable, but sometimes I worry about you guys. Keep having fun, stay warm and take care of yourselves. 💕