Renovating A Ruined Stone Cottage in Ireland. Episode 34

Hi, we are Bec, Sam, Isabella & Euan. After selling our house in the UK & travelling Europe in a motorhome for 10 months, we have bought a derelict farm in Ireland. We are keen to try and live an off grid life, free from debt whilst bringing the farm back to its former glory. We are doing this on a very tight budget and plan on doing as much of the work ourselves.
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This week, we make some mistakes with the lime pointing and take down the gable apex.
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[@johnshaw4140]

If you watch the channel Escape to rural France , that guy has done loads of Lime mortar work and he always uses a wet sponge immediately as he points with Lime , and doesn't appear to wait until it dries to use a wire brush as you do

[@orlabuckley9641]

Yes Dan Preston is his name, I'm a huge fan of his vlogs, he is really good and generally on his own, ye guys would learn a lot about pointing as he has a huge mansion

[@kellyatkinson2686]

Love watching Dan, Escape to Rural France.

[@y.lelivelt2619]

Also in Portugal expats work the same as Dan. Perhaps it is because of the climate they sponge the lime about 3 hours after their pointing?

[@MichaelEnright-gk6yc]

Sponge cleans up better and better finish

[@nualarosth8448]

Dan is so incredibly hardworking, there’s a lot to be learned from him ❤

[@annecarey2065]

😅 What a great loyal dog never leaves your side x

[@theirishhomestead]

She is our little guardian. Xx

[@Ecuador4Life]

Hurray for Toby. Everyone contributed because of your kindness to Toby. Love the dog watching over her flock of chickens.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Yes everyone was so kind to donate. I'm looking forward to giving him a much drier hard standing area.

[@suzilouden5964]

I have done hundreds mt² of lime pointing here in France. The colour of the sand determines the final colour, try to always use sand from the same supplier. I rub back within an hour or two of applying the lime - easy, easy to clean. You are doing such a great job....bon courage folks ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Suzi. We are keeping the sand the same but yes we will be rubbing it down straight away in future. Big lesson learned this week. I am now officially a broken woman!

[@suzilouden5964]

@@theirishhomestead young & strong....you'll come stronger....❤️💜💙

[@kaye-q1k]

Wow things are coming right along. Toby looks so much happier with the attention he gets .

[@theirishhomestead]

He is definitely feeling better, that was the first day he was properly out and about. He had ne really worried.

[@Leed216]

Lovely music choices on this video.

[@theirishhomestead]

Glad you think so! ♥️

[@janine9239]

The only negative thing I can say is that your music is too loud. Other than that, everything is going great!! Keep up the good work. :-}🤟

[@mariegallagher4725]

Hi folks, Bec you are doing a great job on the walls. It's hard work. Your dog obviously adores you because he stays close to you. Your efforts are so impressive. I so enjoy your videos.❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much Marie.

[@WestCorkWander]

Lovely stone work guys, don't be too hard on yourselves, it really looks great and as someone else mentioned we can only learn by doing. Looking forward to seeing your orchard take shape. It must be lovely to have fresh eggs everyday 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes, it was a sharp learning curve, but as you guys know, that's how we all roll with no pior experience. Just love the sense of satisfaction from doing it ourselves like you. 👍

[@OldManFerdiad]

What a transformation to those walls already. I know it's painstaking work but the outcome is tremendous.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you I'm glad you can appreciate the effort. Its nice to hear it looks good despite the few errors. Hopefully, I'll do better with the other walls.

[@blueboxexteriorcleaningser8014]

This is the only channel I watch straight away upon notification.

[@patriciathompson350]

I really look forward to it too.

[@duncancremin1708]

@patriciathompson350 Yep, same here.

[@theirishhomestead]

Wow thank you. That means a lot to us. ♥️

[@MarieThomas-t4b]

Same! Makes my heart sing 💕

[@Dermot40]

An amazing couple you deserve all the success for your hard work. I take my hat off to you both. The walls are looking fantastic. 🍀🍀 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Despite the mistakes it's coming along well.

[@kellysherrill4224]

I love that dog!! Such a great guard!! He looks like a mini cow❤️

[@theirishhomestead]

Nell is a lovely dog. Such a great guardian of us and the animals. ♥️.

[@colettelavery7452]

Becky and Sam you both have achieved so much in the past week and all the rain we have had .Well done. It's not easy work pointing and fixing up stonework. You both must ach all over .All the animals are having the time of their lives wandering around Take care and look after yourselves. God bless you all xx

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Colette. I'm typing replies from my bed as my back has gone! I'm in agony! Lesson learned I did too much. 😫 xx

[@colettelavery7452]

@theirishhomestead Oh Becky I am so sorry to hear your back is in trouble. I know as I have 3discs out.I know my limits now.Rest as much as you can I find the electric blanket helps some.You have been doing back breaking work. Rest easier said than done. God bless you xx

[@theirishhomestead]

@colettelavery7452 thanks Colette. I was silly. I have an electric blanket thankfully but gosh it hurt first thing. Some tablets and rest are easing it. Binge watching Poldark! 🤣

[@ArtistMartinaP]

What gorgeous stonework you are bringing to light! 👏

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. It's so nice to see it from under all that lime wash.

[@yvonnethorpe5224]

Nell really is a guardian Angel to you all and the wonderful Toby is 🥰

[@theirishhomestead]

We agree! She is always there to keep an eye on us all. That includes all the other animals. 😁

[@MauraMoloney]

Ye are doing great work. Mind your shoulder Becky. It's all coming along nicely. Ye are very kind to yer animals.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks it's too late, I'm ruined today in my shoulder. A few days rest will hopefully sort me out.

[@cynthiabruns7178]

I watch a KZbin channel called The Moons. It’s an English family who moved to France , live on a farm and rescue horses. They have the neatest pair of Tom turkeys, rescued from becoming Christmas dinners. They are such a hoot, I didn’t realize turkeys could make such good pets. Could make a hilarious addition to your family livestock. Your house is looking so much improved where you’ve been doing the pointing. It will continue to be a learning curve, just remember, you see more mistakes than anyone else ever will.

[@nualarosth8448]

I watch them as well,such a nice family doing amazing work ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Ooh thanks that's one I've not seen. I'll take a look. Turkeys sound fun to have around.

[@debcross2335]

Nell feels strongly Toby and when he brays Toby is there to check on him ❤❤❤ So sweet bc Toby has his forever family😊

[@debcross2335]

I meant Nell's is there when Toby brays😊 I have brain farts sometimes 😊

[@gerrymcentee981]

Of course you got a great reponse on the go fund me .A great honest hard working family you deserve it for all the great work you are doing a giving us loads of enjoyment.the Emerald Isle has got another gem cheers well done lads.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you for your kind message. It's lovely to hear. It makes us glad we do youtube. 👍

[@daviddjerassi]

Saint Bec i was told that there was NO Saint Bec until i saw these walls and realized there is a Saint Bec your getting brutal weather and yet you just keep going we have great admiration for you all not least that beautiful Donkey who gets his daily cuddles God bless and keep you all safe a BIG HUG you need it.

[@theirishhomestead]

Ha Saint Bec! I like it! Thank you for the virtual hugs! Toby enjoys being fussed over and it's nice he is finally getting that attention.

[@eileentallula2365]

Lovely to see Toby!🫏🫏🫏🫏

[@theirishhomestead]

He is much more like his old self again today Thankfully.

[@barriegannon]

I think you guys are flying, keep up the fantastic work 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you! Will do! 👍

[@billathighwoods4289]

Simply amazing dedication to making a fantastic home 🎉

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much 😊

[@polh6462]

WOW!!! A fantastic amount of work completed. You're going great guns guys!! Thanks for bringing us along. 😊😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, our pleasure. ♥️

[@monicateeling810]

Gosh the music you use plus you both working so hard to create your homestead always makes me so emotional. LOVE LOVE LOVE watching your vlogs as this would be my dream. Toby is a handsome lad. Thankyou for taking care of him. ✅✅✅✅✅✅

[@theirishhomestead]

I'm glad you enjoy it. I do like to think about the music for each video. Comments like this make all the effort worthwhile. Thank you. ♥️

[@chamqual6480]

I've never done it myself of course. But I enjoy watching channels that do restorations, and no one has ever let it sit more than a day before brushing the morter to smooth them.

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes, we stuffed up. Lesson learned. 🙄 Hopefully we will get it right on the rest of the building.

[@LebeninBurma]

Watch the last episodes of Scottish Isle. They had a friend come over how to do this properly. They actually had to redo some of their work, but the proper technique looks great and is much faster

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks I'll take a look. Hope we don't have to redo anything yet.

[@seanoneillsongs]

I'm just imagining how amazed you'd be if two years ago, while you were in your Manchester subnurb, if this video popped up on your screens. 😗I'm sure you'd be as amazed as I always am watching your videos

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes we definitely would! I'd be thinking ahh wish that was me! And it is me! So grateful to be here.

[@iforwilliams2509]

The weather is pretty bad in Wales, Scotland and England too, so its not only lovely Irealand. Really admire what you do.

[@reannejarvis9464]

Australia has floods in both Perth and Sydney, both sides of the continent. Feel for you all 🇦🇺🎸⚡️🤘🏿🤘🏼💋❤️

[@jeanrichardson2044]

And in areas of New Zealand. Has been very rough. Lovely progress, the kids look very happy.

[@theirishhomestead]

Sounds like everyone is finding the weather difficult. So much wind & rain! 😫

[@theoodonovan1118]

Amazing progress guys. Love what ye are doing getting it done.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much! It's not always easy but getting there. 👍

[@rebeccacollinson9349]

This is hard work! You both are champions 👍🏻 I love watching your animals come around while you’re working.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. They help give us a break from the renovations. Always a fun distraction especially for the kids.

[@bs6281]

Wow your pointing looks great😊 lots of work for you both well done😊

[@johnmadden9078]

Most interesting channel the most one to grab me. You two and family. Brilliant work legends 👏 🙌 👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Wow, thank you! That's lovely to read this morning. ♥️

[@joanoneill381]

You two are amazing pointing at such a speed. You’ve made such progress and it looks great. You should be proud of what you’ve achieved.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much! I'm definitely proud but also physically broken today. I did too much over the past 2 days. Definitely a rest day for me today.

[@chancellorism]

Nice how the sheep dog regularly reminds them to take breaks.

[@corricatt]

Donkey's need to have a friend, please consider the rescuing a donkey to make two donkeys' happy!! OOPs! typed that before you mentioned a friend ... YAY!!!! start a carrot garden asap, it will save you tons in feed to give them carrots daily 🥰

[@theirishhomestead]

Ha ha yes we want to get him a friend but sadly he has a history of aggression towards other donkeys as he is a stallion. We are hoping gelding him calms him down & allows a friend.

[@DeirdreHickey-nx8nt]

My god Becky, what patience you have. That pointing must be a very slow and difficult job but you have done amazingly well. It’s looking great. Well done. As you say you are learning as you go along. Your poor wrists must be killing you, but still you keep on going. I’m glad you are listening to the advice that others on your channel are giving you. Everybody. Is here to help in whatever way we can. I am in awe at both of you I all that you are doing. Keep doing what you are doing and take care of yourselves. Ps. Will the weather ever change for you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Deirdre. Have to admit my delay In replying to everyones messages is because I've been bed bound all day. My shoulder is ruined at the moment. I admit I did too much last week. I'm having a few rest days now. 😫♥️

[@mariamcneill8957]

You pair are an absolute inspiration. Felt quite emotional watching that video. Hopefully we get some sunshine this week 🥰

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thank you. To be honest I felt like that too when I was editing .

[@mariamcneill8957]

@@theirishhomestead ye have come so far…you should be very proud of yourselves x

[@susanjackson1307]

Hi, alot of changes this week. I'm glad the weather is improving for all your hard outdoor work. It's great to see all your hard work is paying off...

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Susan. I really hope the good weather hangs around a bit. Could do with a few easier days.

[@plot1895]

Another super episode. It’s always good to have the before and after photos to remind you of the great progress you are making. Your fruit trees will be a super addition. It’s surprising how bit by bit, year by year, you can increase the range of fruits available. Have a good weekend.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. I hope the trees do well. My dream has always been to have an orchard. My gran had one and I loved it as a kid.

[@annjarvis9300]

Great work both of you it’s coming along grand Toby is looking very settled hope the weather stays dryer for you tc now luvto you all the oldies 🤗👍🤗👍🤗👍🤗👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, fingers crossed re the weather. We could do with a few good days in a row! 🤞🍀

[@maggiej253]

The transformation with the pointing is amazing, so you made a mistake, but it's how we learn to get it right next time. Well done, you two !!!❤ At the start of the vlog I thought Oh lovely, the good weather has arrived for them 🙈🙈🤣🤣

[@theirishhomestead]

I know we do get the odd day, which feels amazing, and then the rain & wind arrives again. Hopefully the better weather is coming! 🤞🍀 We are feeling more confident with the lime pointing now. It has definitely been a learning curve. 👍 Thanks for the kind words.

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Fantastic job on the pointing, it’s all a learning curve isn’t it, but you now have a skill that you didn’t have before and that’s amazing isn’t it? That gable end pointing looks amazing too, it makes such a difference to how the wall looks ❤ you’re both chocking on through the jobs, well done! Gate posts look great, that’s another job on our ever growing list of things to do as well! 😮😂 Toby is sooo cute, I must admit I’m a little with Sam on the equine fear…I think I’d be fine with a donkey but horses do make me nervous! Bad experience as a child and I think it made me really wary of horses. Anyway enough about my hang ups….fantastic work and video too. 😘

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Hey guys I am slowly catching up with your vlogs which I came upon from here. It’s great of ye to be so supportive of fellow vloggers. I will keep catching up as I am 3 months behind as the moment. Keep up the good work.😊❤

[@theirishhomestead]

It really is a learning curve. I am proud of the new skill but not sure I'll be volunteering my services anytime soon 🤣

[@colleenrodamer9497]

Omg it’s going to look amazing once finished many blessings from North Texas ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you, Colleen. I think so too. ♥️

[@naomiboisson6966]

I've got so much respect for the two of you. I would have curled up in a ball, crying, a long time ago

[@U_evolve]

The force is strong with Toby 😊💖☘️✨

[@theirishhomestead]

🤣 it really is!

[@annhamilton2060]

Looks like he has his dog friend already ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

He really does. ♥️

[@tnolan3176]

Walls look really good so far ! Bet that stiffened them up a lot ! Toby seems quieter this week compared to last week ! The weather looks awful there with the wind and rain ! Similar to what we are getting here in the eastern U.S. !!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Yes Toby is definitely a bit hoof sore and that has quietened him down but he seems back to his usual noisy self today. 🤣.

[@Aidan_Norton]

Only up as far as this episode which took you months but me only a few days. Great so far. Can’t wait to catch up with the live weekly episodes. Great to see our grant money been used for good purposes. Saving old buildings and saving rural communities as well. Well done on the hard work so far.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks that's very kind. No grant money yet - you only get it back at the end and the amount is not guaranteed but still a great scheme.

[@katz5434]

Wow the stone walls are starting to look real specky! The gate and fencing will set everything off from the front of the property! ❤ Great to hear about the generosity of other’s has helped to fast track Toby’s forever home and get it sorted!🙌🫏 Have a great week ahead guys 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. I cannot wait for the walls to be finished. It will feel like the biggest achievement!

[@VMc828]

❤I look forward to Toby’s home improvements🙏🙂

[@lieuwina]

Bec the wall looks great and the lime work looks great. I think for a first timer you have done splendidly and brave to tackle. As you go along and find more examples from you tube one gets better and better. As you go along with the build you will be so much wiser about a lot of things. Carry on you both are doing a Stirling job. Glad to see Toby getting better.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks! Yes, I think we will find our groove with the lime pointing. Have to say though, I'll be hugely happy once the walls are done! 😉

[@thewrench7393]

Marvelous work by you two. Look forward to each episode. Good luck.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you very much!

[@AbigailGerlach-zt1sh]

Becky, your pointing work has been brilliant! You've done an excellent job. I'll bet your shoulders are twinging aren't they? My calves go all funny when I stand on a ladder for too long. I'm getting old. Toby needs a friend. He's lonely, poor sweetheart. Don't you guys ever have a day without wind? Its as bad as living in Wyoming! Have a good week!

[@theirishhomestead]

Abigail I'm bed ridden today with my shoulders especially the right one and my elbows! I definitely did too much. Paying the price today! I woke in agony. 😫 The wind has been bad to be fair. I think it's worse here as we are on an exposed hill. Toby dies need a friend but until he is gelded I'm scared to introduce another animal. He is very stroppy even with the hens sometimes.

[@EssGeeSee]

Lime Mortar Pointing - Very dry mix (wet enough so you can mould it into pooh shapes in your gloves). Wire brush (gently, brush you are using is too aggressive) after 18 to 24 hours, when it crusts over. Soft brush immediately to expose grit. Perfect.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. We have learned a great lesson this week. Hopefully, we will get it right moving forward 🤞

[@peterdnreynolds777]

Brilliant progress made. Hope all is well, take care

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. A few aching joints but other than that all is OK.

[@orlabuckley9641]

Bec, stop worrying just look at how quickly people donated, you picked a good week to ask, I had a bit extra to spare and I donated, all people want to see is Toby happy

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Orla. I know I'm a worry wart! 😬

[@y.lelivelt2619]

Sam,use a big piece of wood under the ladder. It gives more stability.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. good shout. 👍

[@kym54]

I’ve just discovered you guys and am on the binge/catch up train! So I know this is old news for you all now, but the pointing has made such a difference. The building is looking soo beautiful!!! Awesome work! 🙌🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@chrishumphreys150]

Really enjoyed watching your latest videos! So much more watchable than your first ones 😂😊❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, I think 😬

[@missglenellen]

You are sooo brave in those terribly wet and stormy weeks, here in West Cork it‘s wet wet wet… storm Kathleen came on top.

[@theirishhomestead]

Sadly still very wet here. Today has been bad again! 🙄

[@agnesoneal7816]

Toby looks great

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks he seems better now.

[@dianelavoie6208]

Galvanized metal can’t be fixed. But you can sand off the rust and spray with Rustoleum. It comes in a lot of colors and is formulated to keep rust from coming back.

[@janehodgett959]

The walls look great well done wow! 🎉

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much! 😊 ♥️

[@carriebright9574]

Love to see Toby, my favorite!

[@theirishhomestead]

He is a little star! ♥️🫏

[@paulamay362]

So enjoy watching your progress!

[@theirishhomestead]

Glad you enjoy it! Thank you.

[@kellyatkinson2686]

Watching all the way from Australia 🇦🇺 you guys rock.

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thank you. Could do with a bit of Australian sun in my life right now. 🤣

[@garycoll4151]

Great work this week guys, you're really getting a lot done , you'll have a roof on in a couple of months hopefully, fingers crossed.

[@theirishhomestead]

That's the plan! Fingers crossed! 🤞🍀

[@tracey8506]

Lovely news about Tody. I kept a couple of sheep with my donkey and they got on really well. ❤😊

[@theirishhomestead]

I think that will be our back up option if he won't tolerate another donkey. Thanks.

[@canesacahar]

Doing great folks. Taking shape nicely. Love watching the animals moving about. Soooo cute. 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. We love having them around. It's a great distraction from the cottage renovations, which is greatly needed some days.

[@barbaramccarroll9540]

It looks amazing, congratulations

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Hurma_Man]

Hello.Greetings from Belarus.I really like your videos.Have a good mood and patience in repairing the farm :)

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you very much! We will try to stay positive. 👍💪

[@katefinnegan8129]

I’ve seen lots of people do the lime pointing and they don’t let it set that long. Usually scrape back same day or next day. Maybe it’s different in Ireland because it’s so wet. I’m not doing the pointing so I don’t know. But you are both doing an excellent job.its such a big difference in the building.

[@theirishhomestead]

Yep we did it wrong! We won't be making that mistake again. I'm broken today after scraping that wall back.

[@frankiemarley2811]

I love watching your journey and hope that the weather improves for you. You are a very likeable family and I’m sure you’ll fit it nicely here in Ireland.❤️🇮🇪

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much! That's very kind of you.

[@pamela5568]

For some reason I can't explain I watched a video on how to plant trees. It was on YT by Blue Oaks ATC LLC 'Plant Trees Like An Arborist- Avoid This Common BIG MISTAKE' I thought it was well done and you might want to take a look since you're going to plant some tree's.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for the info, I'll take a look. I'm probably doing it all wrong. 🫣

[@athloneduke]

Lovely job, one Irish winter and you'll never know its a recent job.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. 👍

[@Kipperbob]

A wire brush attachment for a chordless drill would be useful for the pointing job.

[@theirishhomestead]

Sam has a few bought now that he will use. But going forwards we will clean it back the same day. Thanks.

[@cindyanderson187]

I think you're doing a great job.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much

[@readingroomcafeproject]

looking good guys! loving the progress.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. Hopefully more to come! 🤞

[@buskerjames]

Another fine video regards from Calgary Canada

[@theirishhomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it thank you.

[@charisselewis6687]

Watching from Texas ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Hello over in Texas! 👋

[@Larachbeg]

Hi guys !! Stumbled upon your channel a few months ago, and am LOVING watching your progress. My wife & i decided to ditch Sky TV, cause we are far more interested (and stimulated) by what we see you guys doing. One observation - i find Sam's voice very clear on the audio, but find Beck's voice more blurred. Dunno if she wears the mic too close, or in a different location. Anyways, keep going. Cant wait for the launch party !!!! lol Ohh, and are we allowed to know roughly what part of Ireland you are in ??

[@theirishhomestead]

Hmm that's interesting thanks. I'll look into it. Really glad you are enjoying the videos. Lots of our friends and family seem to be finding youtube more interesting than tv these days. We are in Co.Leitrim in Ireland. I can't wait either! Hopefully within the 13 months grant timeframe. 🍀🤞

[@tinalopez1522]

Hello, I've had too much experience with aphids😮. A bottle of milk & water, spray leaves as much as needed. That's my tip, hope it helps. I admire the lifestyle. 😊tina usa

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for the tip Tina. Really kind of you.

[@Youknowwhatyouknowdoyou]

Did you get a piping bag to fill in the cracks with mortar? It would make your life way easier and spare your index finger all the pain you will feel a decade from today!

[@OldBlindDougArtist]

Yes .

[@katytaylor8940]

Fantastic good guys ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you 😄 x

[@normhowes2975]

Great video! You showed and talked about something I haven't seen on other videos, just how much more work there is if you don't get back to clean off stones soon enough. Being old and lazy I would use a wire wheel on a grinder but that could ruin all the hard work you've done re-pointing.

[@theirishhomestead]

Hi! Yes we totally stuffed up. The people we watched cleaned back a couple of days later but we are realising that is a mistake here at least. Big lessons learned but thats what it's all about, showing others that you can do it with no experience. You just have to roll with the punches as they say.

[@patriciathompson350]

Another great vlog. The walls are looking great too, and mistakes are just learning opportunities by the way. 😊 I really hope you get lots of dry weather so you can get on. It was lovely seeing your son swinging on the tree. What a lovely place to raise your children in. They must be really proud of their mum and dad. Are you still getting lots of eggs? I couldn't believe it when you got double yolks. Have a lovely week. ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Hi Patricia. I hope we do too. Think we all need a break from the wind & rain. Euan lives the rope swing. In fact we are putting a second in another tree at some point. We get double yolks at least twice a week! My daughter loves them. Hope you have a great week also. ♥️

[@ain5972]

I'm watching you from Siberia)

[@theirishhomestead]

Hello in Siberia! 👋

[@donnabrennan-i8g]

looking good guys. toby is adorable i love donkeys.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. He is such fun to have around.

[@SylviaWhite-w7p]

There are so many folks on utube channels doing lime pointing both inside and outside both ladies and gents I think you are doing ok

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you, that's good to hear.b

[@marshagaravaglia8149]

I just love your channel, you bring me so much joy❤

[@theirishhomestead]

I'm so glad! Thanks

[@millywood6801]

Your both doing a great job. As they say, every day is a school day, your learning the craft of Stone work so good on you. Your dog is obviously the pack leader, I just love how he keeps checking up on you both.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Yes we would be very lost without Nell. She is a big part of the family now. ♥️

[@TheHavasu_77]

Also, I’m so happy to see Toby’s area getting an upgrade!! I hope he likes having a friend, and he definitely looks happier just having you guys pet him all the time! 😊❤

[@theirishhomestead]

I just hope we can get him gelded soon. I'd love to have a friend for him. 🫏♥️

[@daelpixphotography]

Not sure about wonky camera work, but the edges can be stretched because you're using a wide camera angle.

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes I think I have the settings in wide angle. I noticed it looked a bit fish eye at times.

[@perfectscotty]

Looking great. I love your farmstead.

[@theirishhomestead]

Us too! Thanks so much.

[@SonyaTucker]

I so love you dedication working in all weathers, that wind is crazy. I loved Sam's energy with everything it's so good to see. Toby looks really calm and happy, maybe he's finding hers hooves a little sore/strange as he hasn't had them done for a while, it's like getting used to wearing new shoes in a way. Great video, see you guys next week 😃👌🌈🤟

[@theirishhomestead]

I think so Sonya. Hopefully he seems better now thankfully. The wind has been very frustrating! I remember this last year too whilst we were travelling. It seemed relentless. I think this may start to be a regular thing now sadly.

[@derekcrowe2886]

Nell keeps an eye on everything, great seeing her run up for a few cuddles from Sam doing the gate posts. Toby,s already got good friends 👍 will be great to see him on hard standing, all in good time

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Derek. I really look forward to giving him a great hardstanding for next winter. Seeing him in pain after the farrier visit fir 2 weeks was heartbreaking and I don't want him to suffer like that again.

[@dianethompson2458]

You have both done a great job on the house so far. I was wondering if you had thought about an alpaca or two as friends for Toby. They are beautiful animals as well. Thanks so much for this great video. I look forward to seeing every new one that comes out.

[@theirishhomestead]

I had thought about them but I think we will see how Toby is after gelding. He is too aggressive towards other animals right now. I'd be scared they'd get hurt. Love alpacas though.

[@Mitch-Hendren]

Gates are going to be a Great addition, the rusty bit just sand it Back and you can get galvanising paint, just sprays on to bare metal .in fact i think i have some knocking about I'll see if i can find it for you. We're meant to have a good week this week. Todays been glorious. Dont worry about using modern building materials its not cheating. Im sure if concrete lintels were available 250 years ago they'd have been used. Exposed wooden ones start to rot as soon as they're put in .warp then cause no end of bother till they're replaced and the whole saga starts again. Have a great weekend . 👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Mitch. Such a lovely evening yesterday wasn't it. Let's hope better weather is on its way. A weeks worth would make all the difference lol. Hope you are well.

[@TheDaf95xf]

Good evening Becky 😊 Your so sweet 😘 Your pointing on the wall was amazing especially with your hair blowing lol 😂 No what a great job you’re both doing and Sam’s gate posts are something to be proud of 🤩 Toby is cute and you did the right thing by doing go fund me 👍🏻 Take care guys until next week xxxxx

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks! Not sure I'm sweet lol! But nice of you to day so. Hooe the gates do the job and keep the animals safe and free to roam.