Sawmill Shed Finishing Touches | Repairs, Log Oil & Cutting Spruce Siding

[@doubled22495]

the cooking on this channel could be it's own standalone show it's so freaking good

[@brucedragich1316]

No doubt

[@brqxton8974]

specifically all the baking, my goodness

[@ricksousa3932]

Fried steak and eggs OMG

[@Tri-bike2010]

Totally 💯

[@katherinclayton4344]

The only thing I can think of was that 🍞 ❤ mouthwatering 🤤

[@maryhalterman4553]

I would love to see this couple have children. They are such good people and have so much to offer children.

[@dinahquillen9380]

Bandit is so handsome. I hope he's doing ok after losing Bo. I know we project our feelings onto them but he was with Bo so long.

[@LynnWilcher]

I never tire from watching you guys tackle problems as well as projects. I always look forward to your next adventure..

[@stevekulbacki5238]

You folks are such hard workers. There is no quit in Eric when faced with a problem. Collectively your cooking could sustain your channel on it's own. Do you edit out when Eric gets frustrated when things do not go right or is he that easy going?

[@journeywithnichole]

lol I was thinking that too. None of my ex husbands would be so calm and cool lol!

[@BG-bx4ey]

​@@journeywithnichole editing... no one is this chill

[@donnawilkinson5536]

lol, I choose to see Eric as he really is. No swearing, no yelling, and always grinning at his sweet lil wife. Keep the dream alive, Eric!

[@desertfairychickres4021]

I DO NOT DO WELL doing the Peat and Repeat. Lol Be tossing those blades into the woods after some choice #%^×*#FFF's. Blessings, you two. K.T. P.S. Bring on the food!😊

[@joshgrobansdrymouth]

@@BG-bx4ey hey guys mystery solved... BG-bx4ey gave us their definitive two cents about something they have no insight into. I'm so thankful for internet commenters like BG, spouting out their ass with all the conviction in the world. BG says they edit out Eric getting frustrated, therefore that must be the truth.

[@wayupnort6271]

The stain on the sawmill shelter was perfect! Looks REAL fancy! It will go a long ways towards keeping it sound for decades! Great job you two!

[@oldstuffbethtx8052]

I feel better when you two sit for a meal instead of stand. Just seems cozier & like you’re taking a well- deserved break. Gotta live in the moment and appreciate every breath!❤

[@kathylane5934]

My mom would fix big meal. We all sat and she stood up her whole life. Never knew why

[@katydidiy]

I'm never surprised by anything you two do, but a sawmill was something I never imagined❤

[@tyshaver108]

The dynamic duo's achievement of the homesteaders' objectives is admirable! It's a delightful puzzle that fits together perfectly.

[@cecilialamb8304]

Love and hugs to Bandit & Pepper!! ❤

[@susansteen9252]

If you go to the Forestry Forum, there is a whole section on what people use to keep the pitch down on the blade of the sawmill. Most do a combination of water, Dawn, and diesel fuel. Good luck!

[@kirbygulbrandsen4507]

I was going to say, here in the south they use diesel fuel to cut through the sap. I say that but they are mostly cutting Pine logs in the south.

[@dingc.velasco6038]

l'm running out of adjectives describing your industry; so l'll stick with the old standby that there is absolutely nothing you two can't do together! Cheers!!

[@catherinecarney2507]

I love Cabot's stain. It is what our decorating business sold. It is a good outdoor stain. I love that Eric seems to be able to fix any machine. Arielle, your baking "problems" are probably caused by a combination of humidity, cold temperatures, and a different elevation. I live a mile up, in a valley no less, and to cook pasta, I have to add half again as much time for it to be cooked, even al dente. I have a friend who moved barely a mile but several hundred feet down in elevation and proximity to the valley vs. mountain. She has had to redo all her cooking times. Something to keep in mind.

[@terrytt2932]

I moved from 5600 elevation to 8500 elevation 4 years ago and I still screw stuff up! My take on the puffy bread is the pan was too small for the amount of dough.

[@SequoiaElisabeth]

I could feel you sense of satisfaction when you got the sawmill fixed. Looks like your Spring will be busy.

[@jwcinc12]

I love how you make your property custom to you....such hard workers and quick.

[@nancyrea3863]

My dad was like you. He could usually fix anything to do with machinery. If the first idea didn’t work he would continue until he found the problem. The bread and dinner looked outstanding. I really like how you share cooking lol that’s something my dad left to my mom.

[@hardenmama1800]

Watching your videos makes me acutely aware of how many skills I don’t have. 😂

[@karen6778]

😂 same!!!

[@SimpleLivingAlaska]

We all have skills 😃

[@sherrismith4754]

I love seeing you be happy and settle in with your plants. Nothing like growing something.

[@kevinjohnson4418]

I love seeing the motivation you show to get things fixed but done right

[@greg12345]

So funny! "That's not a good sign." And then Ariel laughs as the chsinsaw falls apart. Love you guys!

[@BoydCravenIII]

I love watching all your projects, but I'm also loving all the cooking!

[@lexistapleton687]

What I appreciate is how you both put a lot of thought in everything you do, and accomplish it. Whether building, fixing and cooking. You both are on the ball. I’m just an old woman who used to do the same. I was a firefighter and a steel worker, plus more. But now I can hardly do half of what I did before. So I think you guys do great job with everything and I am damn proud of you both!!!

[@thewhitehorsefarm]

So enjoying your journey! Thanks for bring us along.

[@chipmiller9074]

The little chuckle when you tasted your delicious-looking pastry what is so cute😂❤

[@eastafrica1020]

Enjoying the repairs. Summer is coming.

[@johnkruton9708]

You both have great cameraman be quiet skills. !! When I know Eric was behind the camera in the bread section I was amazed at the composure to stay silent. I’m so glad that he did as that is what makes part of watching so awesome. We get to comment in our head but not be interrupted by either of you as the other does the tasks. I’m sure you’ve both perfected that over time with your channel and other times the interaction is nice too. You both seem to know when to interact and when to stay silent. Letting the natural sounds of the tasks come through. Thanks so much for posting what you do.

[@trinaveilleux1506]

Ariel just wanted to give you some props as well you work just as hard as Eric which he is a very hard worker. You are a great team and are wonderful in your marriage as you talk about everything and then make a decision together. Love your videos and the 2 of you. Ariel you are amazing with your eye for nature and your photogapher and videographer. Thanks for sharing your life in Alaska.

[@nomorehate9176]

Fantastic progress!! Now you just need to scoop out a mini-swamp for Bandit so he can dig to his heart's content in his golden years!!!

[@JoHarmon-hg7wz]

I was thinking that something watching him looking bord LOL

[@breng5767]

I was thinking the same thing. Poor Bandit looks so lost and lonely without his buddy and without his watering hole to dig in.

[@franward6851]

I also think it might be a good idea to get a rescue puppy to play with Bandit and he can help train the new puppy.

[@maryellensunflowergirl8132]

So glad you got the sawmill fixed. It's a big part of your lives. I saw your sweet helper out there with you. Bandit is so adorable. So amazing watching what your up to. Those steaks look so 😋 yummy

[@dannybrennan6953]

My day gets so much better when I see this channel upload 🎉

[@gusviera3905]

Wow, you guys have really hit your spring chores list early! That's so awesome. The sawmill impresses me every time I watch you use it. Makes a lot of things possible without nearly the cost. And eating like royalty with some wonderful recipes (I was drooling just watching the bread being plated)! Thanks for sharing some great spring days with us and have a great week. Cheers.

[@Wolf-hd9ke]

I really love saw mill days. They are among my most favorite. 👍 👍 👍

[@janeconnors1807]

How on earth would you manage without your combined skills 😮. Eric your a genius with fixing and mending. You can both saw, hammer, drive various vehicles, hunt, fish, forage, preserve and both marvelous in the kitchen, etc., etc., etc., so many talents. Aries baking skills are awesome. Don't think I'd have the patience

[@kallioacreshomestead]

Hey Eric...we have a Norwood as well and he uses Pinesol as a lubricant...works great! Just an FYI!

[@Luzeon]

I love it when a married couple puts 100% into living happily ever after. Truly inspiring! Can’t wait for a chicken egg harvest, honey, and what your garden looks like. And Ariel, that bread looked amazing!!! 🫵🫡🙏

[@davidchapman8054]

I'm gaining weight just watching the great food. Lots of grub for all the hard work and effort you put into your farm.

[@marianfrances4959]

Right?!!!😜

[@maryhalterman4553]

I am so impressed with the knowledge, skills and knowhow that the 2 of you possess. Love how the 2 of you get along so well.

[@ourlifeinwyoming4654]

Something always needs a repair - story of my life. Bread looks amazing!

[@Lissa-eh5bg]

Dinner looked so good. I was thinking the only thing missing was gravy and then there it was! And eggs cooked just enough and still have the yolk runny. I laughed when I saw your first broich , it made me think about all my mistakes when I was first learning to bake. My older brother would eat anything. I was going to throw away a cake that didn't raise, he came along and said no don't throw it out. He sat there grinning the whole time he was eating. Nice to have someone to cherish your mistakes. I think I would have nibbled on your first blueberry brioche. Stay safe 💖💖

[@schwabrichard9829]

It is embarrassing when your repair falls apart! Good to see the sawmill running again. You had me on the bread, then the the dinner came and i had to eat something. A great looking meal!!!!

[@jamesmyers2087]

Not a harder working couple on social media. Said it another time. You guys are an inspiration to keep busy and productive, (and be happy while you’re doing it). Our project this week is guiding the electricians on property working on our new woodworking shop and simultaneously getting its interior ready to finish. If I start feeling old dude lazy to the point where I consider taking a day off, I was an episode of you guys. Eric, I wish I had your intuitions towards fail points of the equipment you’re using and maintaining.

[@jamesmyers2087]

Watch… an episode, I meant.

[@glorialange6446]

Love watching you both fixing and improving your place.

[@SandraChatham-yw8hp]

I love the way you two work together and how you never give up on anything.

[@DenzLeeby-sl1jb]

Every time you showed the mill shed over the winter, I looked for those end braces. Now I can relax 😌 It’s the best-looking structure you’ve ever built! I bet you’ll eventually side it, maybe with sliding doors on the front & back? The Q-hut is by far the most substantial, but is basically a kit. The mill shed is all you, from design to finish! 🙌👏👏 Now, I can concern myself with the shop wiring issues, after reading the electricians’ comments in your previous video. Your community is here for you!

[@DavidSmith-bw3bk]

Your property looks awesome. I can't get over how much you two have built in less than a year! Amazing! Lee

[@patriciaherman6499]

Eric & Arielle, I always find your videos not only informative, interesting but, peaceful as well. Arielle the bread looked so delicious and Eric the moose fried steak yum. Have a great week Blessings to you both. 😊🇺🇲

[@notthereyethomestead8413]

Eruc, how you repair everything is amazing to me!! You save so much money and time by being that gifted!! Ariel, i thought that i was the only one that had baking failures. Now I feel better, thank you!! Blessings!!

[@bradtatro8718]

My Favorite Day.....Thanks You Two !!!........Can't Wait For Salmon Fishing.......

[@terrytt2932]

I can't imagine the joy you must feel pulling into your 'workshop'. You must be so incredibly proud! It brings me joy just watching!! Yes, it's a very fancy saw mill and quite fabulous as well1

[@marktaylor8263]

Eric, you are quite the Jack of all trades. You guys are going to have a fantastic homestead when fully completed. So impressed with what you have done so far. Ariel, you are a great cook, both of you compliment each other. 👍👍👍

[@earlshaner4441]

Good evening from Syracuse NY everyone thank you for sharing your adventures in life

[@pinkywilliams8063]

Enjoyed the video today! Thanks for sharing your world with us, who lives in a neighborhood at this stage of our life.

[@praiseyethelord7121]

I just wanted to give you a little suggestion. The end walls that you put up. Any opening that you see daylight through. I suggest that you tape them before you get the spray foam. It will leach out of the openings and cause you a lot of extra mess. ❤🙋🙏

[@sreid9740]

What a good feeling it must be to be able to troubleshoot things and repair them yourselves instead of worrying about who you can get to do this or that and hand out fistfuls of money!! So satisfying👍 And another drool worthy meal, gosh I wish I was that good of a cook - to have it come out good enough to show it to everyone who watches this channel!! Give the furbabies hugs for me, stay safe and be happy!!❤

[@bruceg5729]

"Make my Day" as you just did when I seen your video pop up thank you

[@laurawallace4661]

Hi guys! I enjoy so much watching you can, cook, eat, plant, harvest, repair and make things, make supply runs, take care of your animals and go fishing! I guess you say I am a "fan"atic for Simple Living Alaska. ❤

[@pmur079]

You two are self sufficient in all tasks. Maintenance/ cooking/ gardening so inspiring. Use anchor seal or latex paint on end grain to slow checking (drying) of the logs. Thanks for another awesome video.

[@toddswenson9137]

Thank you for the work on the saw house, I can now stop holding my breath waiting for the 45's on the end walls, great job, much safer now!👍

[@johnarmlovesguam]

You guys are doing a good job of getting your place squared away.

[@TheHomeDad]

Man that Branson has paid for itself over and over again. love the content guys!

[@miarosie]

That brioche … to die for (pronounced bree osh) love it! You could do a complete video on this type of recipe!

[@guslonesomedove]

Honestly, I think Eric can do anything mechanical. Y’all make an incredible team.

[@guslonesomedove]

Is there any way to beef that bracket up so it doesn’t bend? Is this just the manufacturer’s way of generating service business? Bet they didn’t count on Eric’s video.

[@brianvernell]

Eric and Ariel , I really enjoy your videos as I'm waiting to see a video from you guys. My grandson seems to always be at pop-pop house. That's what he calls it . Peace and Blessings 🙏

[@michaelh2797]

That bread looked amazing Arielle! The chicken fried caribou too. Do y’all ever have to pinch each other to make sure you’re not dreaming? Hard work and self reliance isn’t everyone’s ideal lifestyle, but you can tell y’all are absolutely living your dream. Thanks for sharing it.

[@kathyhaymore1213]

Always thinking ahead! Smart couple. Make sure to give Bandit plenty of love ❤️ 😍 💖

[@paulineclarke5388]

Your Brioche looked insanely good you definitely deserve praise for the amazing work that you two achieve together ❤

[@Wittlethumbs]

I miss what you eat in a day and gardening , canning videos ! Anyone else ??????? V

[@thedivide3688]

You can always rewatch an old video…

[@norastorvik4155]

Gardening season is only just approaching, patience is a virtue

[@danamama6766]

Winter stuff right now as it's winter :) Summer stuff coming soon. hugs

[@patti6194]

The only things I thought of that could have been factors were is the saw still perfectly level? Because that would affect the angle at which the blade hits the wood. You put it on those big beams you cut and the wood could have been from different trees with different moisture content and the amount of solar access or angle of wind hitting them could cause differential drying which could put it out if level. Freezing the water in the wood would make them swell, which could also affect the level. The other one was the speed of the blade. I have a cheap pole chain saw from Harbor Freight and there's a little sponge in the oil reservoir that *theoretically* keeps the oil from leaking out. It can move out of place easily and then the oil drains out all over everything. Yeah, sucky mess. My neighbor has one of those cut little Ryobi ones made for pruning branches and while I am completely in love with how light it is, it doesn't have a built in oil delivery system. You have a squirt bottle you're supposed to use as needed. Whatever that means. That experience made me quit hating on the HF saw though, lol.

[@patti6194]

@@thedivide3688 I'm afraid to, lol. I'd miss that garden sooo much! It was just so nice! The soil was all amended and everything grew so well, I was totally jealous. The thought of it all alone and abandoned, sniff! Lol!

[@DeirdreHickey-nx8nt]

Love the use of the pallets for your skids-tear. Very clever.

[@ellenados804]

I really enjoy watching you two.

[@istvanbally2817]

Always blame the flour! That's what my grandma used to do.😉 Excellent work on the sawmill shed! And the lumber you cut looks like a million bucks! Really impressed!

[@MK-wt9nj]

So impressed and appreciative with what the two of you can do🎉

[@RolandLetendre]

It is amazing how you two were so well together, Ariel you are an amazing cook. Eric, you’ve got a good skill set for doing what you do. Keep up the good work. I enjoy your videos immensely!

[@fredquinn3919]

Resourceful, ingenious and determined....you two are amazing!!!

[@kenshores9900]

Your mill has more than paid for itself. By having it covered it will last even longer than usual. I enjoy your videos!

[@suzannesnow7485]

Another great video! When the notification drops, I stop what I’m doing and tune in! Thanks, Eric & Arielle! Yummy bread! 💞

[@memecats5698]

When I think about years ago when you were new to this and how far you’ve come in skill and knowledge of the outdoors and living off grid you have come a very long way. You should be very proud of yourselves. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@puirYorick]

I'm sure that each baking failure is a treat for the chickens. That second-try brioche sure looked yummy though. You're so lucky to have a ready supply of fresh eggs these days. I wish I could fry a couple of eggs on top of everything I dish up to eat. Have a productive, busy and safe spring-summer season.

[@michaelmorrow6853]

You think the chickens got that failure? Lol

[@puirYorick]

@@michaelmorrow6853 😁

[@CCRider5312]

To help with Sap build up on the Blade use water and some dawn dish washing liquid. Or you can also use Diesel fuel in a spray bottle and periodically spray the blade with diesel fuel. The Many different kinds of Pine & Spruce are full of rosin sap and it will build up quickly on the saw mill blade and also on your chainsaw bar, So some diesel fuel sprayed periodically with a pump spray bottle will help in keeping it removed.

[@CCRider5312]

Eric and Arielle to avoid as much of that sappy wood, Ask the people you buy the logs from to deliver you logs cut in the fall or winter of the year they have less sap. Logs cut in the warmer months will be much more full of Sap.

[@ShalomShalom-d5c]

I read the comments for helpful hints like this! 👍

[@bethbeasley7417]

Ok so the kids can't just run to the store whenever lol😂😅

[@DillRidge]

My mouth watered when you ate that creation. 🤤 Maybe you should turn the saw blade around so you don’t slice yourself walking by. Just call me mom. 😁

[@elainedegoede6276]

Wow you two can work hard. Love your videos and always seeing forward to the next one just after I finish watching this one. Love you two and God bless ❤🙏

[@johnsalmon2501]

Great video!!! Glad you added the bracing to sawmill.

[@caroldibben2473]

Hey Guys, happy Tuesday, thanks for the video. Blessings

[@marleneboyd7754]

Love the Bread. I would french toast it and put some kind of syrup on it.

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Arielle & Eric, you guys Rock! The berry swirl looked delicious.❤❤

[@cynthiabolick3892]

Ahhh 73 because computer slow...tks for video guys. Much love from Blue Ridge Mtns of North Carolina

[@laurawallace4661]

Hey! From Raleigh!

[@SJC49]

I think that Branson is one of your best ever purchases!😍🇨🇦

[@billsmith-wq5or]

FYI put the blade points towards the post when hanging helps keeping you from getting cut

[@brianstroud6729]

Closing with that meal made my mouth water!! Wow!!

[@aliceboss3134]

brioche looks amazing

[@kimmartin160]

I admire your tenacity. You have that Alaskan spirit.

[@simonemoreno4324]

I wish you could build a log cabin home with all that wood that you’re cutting. I wonder what your log cabin Home would look like.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@rebeccapratt-j5e]

its beautiful there,preserving the shelter will pay you back,you'll laughters tickles this 63yrs heart GB & in prayers

[@donnakearse2503]

Just being your little worker bee selves.

[@dianneedwards2491]

You guys are so blessed to have each other.

[@sandspike2929]

When problem solving it is best to NOT change more than one variable at a time.

[@lrfox49]

You are so busy making your homestead something to be proud of!! Awesome

[@pattyhiatt924]

Foam roller all the way.

[@kristiandsarah9880]

You guys are the best couple. Watching you work together is so motivating. My first thought with the bad log was maybe it was frozen and the blade wasn’t having it. I work for a large sawmill company and in the winter the frozen logs cause a lot of problems.

[@kathleenpitt1981]

Not first! Again!

[@BrLambert]

I used to watch my dad and grandpa fix things, I grew up liking the smell of the grease and I can relate to your fixit videos from my past. It's interesting how I can almost smell that garage, just like I can smell the breads from the kitchen. Quite the visual you have going on there.