The (basic!) Tools I Use To Renovate My Cabin

[@susanmcconnell6041]

I enjoy watching you and the tools you use, as I am a 71 year old farm lady, who learns what another woman can handle. I appreciate you!! Maybe some of your tool makers could send you some new equipment to try out and critique for us! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@monicaschroeder650]

I agree, I'm in my seventies, as well, and appreciate Rosie!

[@anniemorrison1250]

Yes ladies, I'm also in my seventies and Rosie makes me want to build something for my greenhouse. I may just have to borrow my husband's tools and just get going on this project. @@monicaschroeder650

[@sylviatan6061]

Great suggestion. I’m 75 and wish I could have the opportunity to renovate hands-on as well. Though my working pace will be much slower, it’s so satisfying and therapeutic. Keep the brains and muscles working girls!

[@ead9726]

Same age group as well here👍come on a tool company🙏 let Rosie have some more/new tools from your company.

[@71suns]

​@@monicaschroeder650Same! Blessings fellow crones!

[@stinemaskine]

Someone sponsor this woman with tools!!! This is not a request but a requirement, dear universe 😌

[@stevesolo1512]

I'm a licensed electrician, and I manage and maintain a large industrial facility and my opinion is you do a great job

[@ron7447]

For someone with no experience, I think you have done phenomenal work. Your home looks beautiful. Take care 😊

[@kristiansandsmark2048]

As someone with a lot of experience, in watching people with experience. I can clearly say she is doing great!

[@stphnalln]

Regarding your tool purchases: You've done everything right. We all do the best we can with what we have, which includes not just finances but also knowledge and experience. The tools you chose have brought you a long, long way. Regarding your craftsmanship: You're an inspiration, and you are to be commended for what you have (and will) accomplish without a lot of extravagant tools.

[@Cormac2023]

@stphnalln, I completely agree. She has a great work ethic and taste. She changed my mind about building a log cabin and instead, building a small house, and incorporating some of her ideas. She also helped me decide to build ground up. I've done enough repairs & reno's. To hell with that.

[@matsv201]

Well.. not impact drill. Well she did say she didn´t use it. But if you want to drill in anything concrete or stone, rotary hammer is really the option to go for.

[@traveltrailer7018]

@@Cormac2023If you only knew an experienced and detail-oriented interior designer. . .

[@Cormac2023]

@@traveltrailer7018, what's your point?

[@kareneDallas]

@@Cormac2023I think the person, @traveltrailer7018, was suggesting that Rosie could be the person to hire to design the new build.❤️

[@yas_lana]

Of all the "I renovate this house", "I build a cabin in the woods" youtubers I watch, this was one of the most educational videos Ive seen. Thank you so much.

[@trinarenae8625]

I always feel a sense of glee when I see a new Rosie video on my feed!!! 🤗 ~ What a “she-ro” you are; confident while simultaneously humble at the same time. You make us brave to try new things Rosie. Sending lots of ❤️ and warm wishes your way!!! 🇸🇪

[@andersbjork153]

Just a tip from a person who is also on a budget. If you have some form of a straight edged plank or maybe a spirit level you can clamp it on the sheet of plywood, or whatever long cut you wanna do, and drag the circular saw against it's side. It gets you nearer a tracksaw cut. It at least beats freehanding it. I'm sure it will work with the jigsaw as well. 😊

[@knutruben1]

I have worked quite a few years as a carpenter, and we do this all the time if we dont have a saw track lying around.

[@ruthbentley2090]

Great tip Zander! Thankyou 🤓

[@moda78z]

Woohoo! It’s Rosie time! 👋🇸🇪

[@northwoodfalls1403]

As a photographer, we have a saying every time someone asks us our opinion about which equipment to buy: “the best camera is the one you use”. I think if you enjoy doing things by hand, those Japanese saws would be a great investment. It’s amazing what you have accomplished with very basic tools and methods. Never ceases to inspire me. I’m in love with that little Japanese hand saw you have. I’ll definitely be looking into them as someone who prefers to do things by hand as well. I like any tool that offers me versatility along with precision. XO MaCenna learned some handy ways to make jigs and guides and such when she taught herself how to make cabinetry. I’d recommend checking them out. She might have some ideas that you’d be able to incorporate with your set up.

[@poodlegirl55]

You do a great job with the tools you have, the people who originally built your cabin 100 years ago had none of these tools. I make quilts, draperies, clothing on a simple sewing machine and my friend has a fancy expensive machine and she makes nothing.

[@gladysanderson1351]

My sewing machine is quite old, bought in the 70's. It has "cams" to make it do more fancy things. I ues it much more as a basic sewing machine.

[@homemoviesandotherstuff3419]

Watching you describe this is amazing. You can't say that you're an amateur with all the hours you've put I to renovating your place. You can be really proud of your accomplishment.

[@karendautorino4288]

I’ve always thought that work bench was brilliant

[@sharonrobinson886]

You've done a phenomenal and fantastic job. Don't sell yourself short. You've done great. 😊❤

[@ruthbentley2090]

Rosie!, I’m curious as to what you’ll be doing when you are 70 y.o. I’m sure you’ll still be doing SOMETHING!!! I’m 70 plus and truly inspired and encouraged to keep going with my (more) simple endeavours. You are truly uplifting! I built my own stone house (in Australia) in the 80’s and 90’s. What a journey that was! so grateful for the internet, where we can watch and learn so much!

[@joeb4142]

There’s a lot of complaining about the internet but that is just focusing on the negative and ignoring the positive. Like wonderful people such as Rosie and the wonderful community she has created. 😊

[@AllenZee]

seriously - whomever sponsors this girl will be the next Milwaukee

[@lifelearner47]

Thank you Rosie, a very useful video. I'm in my 70's now, but when I was younger I renovated a classic wooden sailing boat, and later built my own wooden house. The only tool I would add to your collection is a cordless screw driver. That way you can have a drill for the holes and the screwdriver for putting in the screws. Maybe that could also reduce your need for nails! Boat people tend not to use nails because wooden boats need to move around as water isn't static! Only one hint for you: if you're screwing into a 'tight' hole, dip the screw in grease first - makes the job easier. Also when years later you want to change things, unscrewing doesn't destroy the wood, so it can be repurposed. And thank you, thank you, for setting a good example by always wearing protective eye, ear & hand clothing.

[@acajutla]

A rather affordable ruler is called 'rätskiva' in swedish. Biltema have one at 319 SEK for a 250 cm aluminium bar, that can also act as a spirit-level. They also have shorter ones. Fix both ends with quick-clamps and you have a simple substitute for a track saw.

[@rolandvasquezguzman9083]

Hej Rosie, as a selftaught Craftswoman that you are now you do a impessive good work at your renovation, you are interested in doing things and you use your tools the way you feel comfortable with. Iàm a retired Master-Furnituremaker with over 40 years experience in Germany and i always taught my Apprentices "A Tool is always only that good like the Hand wich holds it" So dont underestimate your skills in woodworking you getting better and better with every single piece you build. I follow your channel from the beginning of your search for a cabin in Sweden until today and i see the progress you made in building up your skills. This was an interesting Video of your sight at your tools you use. Thanks for sharing and keep going.

[@lillirod]

Sorry to disagree but the results so far prove you are no dummy. The cabin looks amazing! Right on!

[@Lib3x]

Very impressive what you've accomplished with basic tools. for someone who works with tools on a daily basis I can say that some brands are better than others because it makes the task more efficient. for example if I'm screwing 1000 screws/day I might save 30 minutes on that task because the impact driver that I use is stronger and faster than the cheaper alternative, might not sound that much but in reality the hours adds up in the end of the months and result in me being able to squeeze in an extra job or two. but for someone who is only doing home renovation and isn't on the clock, the brands are not as important. in the end of the day it's just a motor and a spinning chuck or a blade. Though I would argue that if you decide to go into the jungle of battery powered tools. choose a well known quality brand and stick to it. you can get some secondhand tools, charger and batteries that are still in great shape for very cheap. Makita, DeWalt and Milwaukee is the three brands most carpenters use, and for great reason. Ryobi and Bosch are brands that are more commonly used in the home. they are okay but they are not the best. I'm personally team red (Milwaukee) they have two groups of tool m12 (budget friendly) and m18 (more professional) their chargers works for both options so if you want to invest in a heavy duty drill you can still buy a budget friendly impact driver (that are still very good). if they brake, you can go to the nearest reseller and ask for the specific part and usually fix it yourself. But I would highly suggest that you stay corded on bigger tools, like miter saw or a bench saw, there is nothing worse than a tool dying on you mid cut. :) Do not cheap out on tools that you use on a daily basis. at least make the effort on finding a deal or a second hand one in good shape as it will more often than not save you money in the long run. There is a lot of companies shutting down at the moment, meaning they are liquidating their tools at a great discount. the website "PSauction" "tradera", "Blocket" and "Facebook marketplace" is a great place to find such deals.

[@gladysanderson1351]

good information!

[@acajutla]

Another thing is that cordless tools risk becoming obsolete when newer battery technologies emerge. Happened to me and countless others when the industry changed from Ni-MH to Li-ion batteries, and it probably will happen again, sooner or later. Especially noticeable for DIY-ers who don't use their tools very much, and may have to scrap almost unused tools. Corded tools will use the 230/400 volt system in the foreseeable future i.e. 30-40 years or more.

[@tegannottelling]

As a fellow DIY lady/off grider. Im team red too (Milwaukee). I find them quite light and very reliable. I have quite the collection now. Started out Ryobi and regretted it however I still use my Ryobi jig saw I just bought an adaptor on ebay that allows me to use the Milwaukee batteries so I wasn't worried about buying replacement Ryobi batteries and charger etc once the first Ryobi battery died.

[@pdq5465]

@@acajutlaExcellent advice

[@amywert8088]

I wonder how much of this is relevant for where Rosie lives though?

[@bobbid9168]

I love every episode you have done. You are calm, precise, and dedicated to your work. Thanks for the tool info.

[@domramsey]

I'm not sure why watching a woman show off her tools is so therapeutic, but it truly is. Thank you for sharing the things you've learned on your journey, and for making such beautiful videos.

[@joeb4142]

Part of it, I think, is her voice. Another is her sweet attitude.

[@kathleenjohnson3645]

I was going through Rosie withdrawals. I started watching all your early posts. Thanks for the update!🎉😊

[@Kim-J312]

Same here lol

[@hansbehrmann8152]

Hello Rosie, Excellent, for someone who has not had the exposure or experience with building you are doing very very well. A couple of things I would suggest that are inexpensive but very handy are (1) chalk line for marking long boards (2) A regular string line just for checking for straight lines ie along base of walls or just laying out an area. One tool that you may find very handy that is inexpensive is a speed square they are extremely handy for marking a straight line across smaller building timber and it has a "T" edge that is extremely helpful for very quickly putting against a timber then using the 90' as a straight edge to put your skill saw against to cut a perfect (or close to a perfect )90 ' These can be purchased off of Amazon for around 15.00 CA and are either in inches or cm (your choice) .One simple tool that I keep handy at all times is a straight edge, I did not purchase a commercial one , but bought 2 pieces of aluminum angle iron 2.5x2.5 2.5m and 2.5x2.5x 1.5m these can be clamped down to standard pieces of plywood and used as a straight edge for you skill saw to slide against and you can quickly and accurately cut large pieces. One last tool that I would recommend is a large carpenters framing square 400mmx600mm .I use this tool almost every day for just about everything when working on a house. Again you can get this off of Amazon for around 16.00CA. I hope this will help and keep going you are doing great, nothing teaches better then hands on and as you do more the easier and better it will get .

[@martylovejoy]

@hansbehrmann8152 Thank you for writing this note ! Very helpful for Rosie and me!!!

[@annhopper6959]

Oh Rosie! You have done such an amazing job! You are definitely no dummy! Tools are so hard to buy. I think you use your circular saw and miter saw. Have used both and they both scare me! Hey Tool companies….get out and sponsor this amazing woman! She has lots of viewers and there are lots of women out there like her who do projects. We need tools that we can use!

[@lyrelprice5739]

Y E S !!!

[@martylovejoy]

Yes, yes!

[@1959ticktock]

Everything you say is relevant, and interesting. I am a 64 year old man who has been doing diy since my early twenties. In fact I built a kitchen from absolute scratch back then. Your insights about tools are spot on. The debate between corded and cordless. The compromise of buying a big-box cheepie (your circular saw) and something better is spot on. Thanks for the video. I was vocally agreeing with you. Listen up you beginners - Rosie knows.

[@Cormac2023]

I grew up in the trades. My father started me out after he bought a new home. We build that property and the house up with many additions. I was only 14 years old when we started and were done by the time I was 17. We also did side jobs. I learned soft & hard landscaping, foundations/ concrete pouring, framing, hanging drywall & sheetrock, texturing, painting, a little flooring, some roofing, but I was experienced in all that by the time I was 17. But, to cut this short, the point I want to make is that even the experts/pros I knew, they may have claim to be brand purists, but the fact is, there's not a brand out there that has a perfect or complete line of products. It's okay to sponsor a brand, but make it the brand who's tools you need the most.

[@kareneDallas]

What great experience you’ve had! I know there are builders who allow apprentices up in New England, but for the rest of us, I’m not sure how one can learn these things.

[@Atheeni]

I totally agree with the circular saw pains. I actually have one of the little ones you mentioned because I just couldn't deal with lifting and maneuvering a full circular saw. My little one I call my "Lady Saw" because it comes in a clutch and I can use it with just one hand no problem 😅

[@Beachweave2]

I have a "lady saw" too, 4.5 inch blade but I still cringe and avoid using circular blades. the terror is real . some people seem so comfortable with it. My brother is a carpenter, he taught me, I watch him but, my nerves still get me. Watching Rosie makes me feel not so alone.

[@lindadelzer423]

I agree with you. I have several different kinds of nailers, and I wouldn't want to work without them. Also have a big variety of power tools. Makes the job alot easier. However....I love the work you do with the tools you have. It always turns out beautifully. I want to start using hand tools more, to. Just a hint I was given? Buy the more expensive tool. They are always better quality and last longer.

[@archiculturenaturetravels9111]

May I ask what your 'lady saw' is? I'm looking into buying a circular saw, and could do with a small and light one. Any tips and advice would be useful!

[@Atheeni]

​@@archiculturenaturetravels9111 Mine is a Rockwell VersaCut. I have an old model but their newer 4" models all have great reviews too.

[@jen....]

Definitely think you should ask Makita to send you a nail gun, in return for you demonstrating to all your viewers how to use it to turn a house into a 70's sauna 😉

[@maryannknox7158]

Rosie your photography is Stunning just unbelievably Gorgeous

[@flyingcheff]

Rosie, why not reach out to sponsors - tool companies that make the tools that you want and need. They WANT to send you the tools you need so you can tell the world about them. It's a great investment in you, for them! I just did a Google search for the Japanese hand saw you have - and ordered it! This is exactly what tool companies want. Use your channel to build for you and for the sponsors that wish they knew about you!

[@To0vA]

Jula in Norway has a brand called ryobi, and that is actually really nice. And all the batteries are interchangeable to each other 🙂 We have a lot of ryobi tools now and are very happy with them 😊

[@jlaws522]

Hi Rosie! Happy New Year! 15 years ago there were not a lot of women demonstrating (on KZbin) nor making recommendations for tool purchase (when I began buying). Your contribution is appreciated and fits a specific niche. Particularly your comments on size (for smaller hands) and maneuverability! Great review and suggestions. *I just bought a Bosch Router and I can't wait to start using it.

[@belindatraviss4926]

Not anything about todays reel, but with your distance from local shops I’m interested in what you eat ona daily basis , Sweden V Holland V UK. I realise that this is not a cooking channel but still I’m interested none the less x

[@dixiegelinas3531]

I just admire all you’ve been doing. Sometimes I watch videos over because I want to see how you did something. Not that I will even try any of it, I just envy what you’re doing.

[@christinehall238]

All good information! It seems that you have created many functional and aesthetically pleasing items for your cabin! Not many people, especially women would be as brave as you. I do hope some tool makers offer you your dream tools to finish your cabin.

[@andreakerry3411]

Very informative. I appreciate your content and so pleased that I don't have to mute horrible music

[@BarbElton]

Beautiful!! So impressed with everything you have accomplished, truly! I too am an interior designer architecturally trained and experienced in both commercial and residential interiors. Your focus and diligence in completing everything to highest standard available is commendable. This is not easy for people who tend to have very high standards and must work within a budget. Using high quality hand tools or small maneuverable power tools make a lot of sense to me as a designer just because they keep us closer to the design, much like the pen or pencil or stylus keep us connected to our drawings. Power tools can feel unwieldy to be sure and there is nothing like hand crafting. Your pioneering life and spirit is something I once dreamed of as a girl ~ bravo!! The project film portrayal using drone footage and calming music have offered peaceful and appreciable "visit" to Sweden. It is very much like my home here in the US. Thank you and looking forward to more...

[@carolynallen597]

The "sandy thing" is called a rasp. I have limited tools and would love a table saw as well. For now, I clamp my large level to the wood and use it as a guide for my jig saw for long cuts.

[@marymeyer8185]

Oh, dear, I thought it was a file. I do plan to stick with screwy thing, great name.

[@JeffJensen55]

What you have accomplished, with what you have to work with, is mind boggling! I am in awe of not only your skill (you’re certainly no longer a dummy - and really never were) but of your determination to get a project completed. ❤❤❤

[@1994Ray]

Hi Rosie your bosch jigsaw had a screw underneath if you loosen it you can adjust the angle ha e a look at it and try it out it'd in the middle , your no dummy I know people who can't use a screwdriver , good luck on the renovation your doing amazing .

[@abraxa20]

Ryobi (one+) is a good option for battery tools, very good value and they have an excellent cordless nail gun. They also have a lot of gardening machines that use the same battery, I imagine you will find those useful as well!

[@homemoviesandotherstuff3419]

Garage and estate sales are often good places to find tools of good quality also.

[@susanneostermann6956]

hallo und vielen dank, dass du dir die zeit genommen hast, uns deine werkzeuge zu zeigen und aus deiner sicht zu bewerten. den tipp mit dem "bleib bei einer marke, wenn du kabellos arbeiten willst" finde ich sehr wichtig, sonst passiert einem das gleiche chaos wie meiner mutter: sie hat etliche, unterschiedliche kabel, adapter, ladegeräte, akkus.... nix passt zusammen und wenn sie eines braucht, muss sie häufig suchen. auch sehr wertvoll finde ich deinen gedanken zum preis bei der anschaffung. in deutschland haben wir dafür ein sprichwort, welches sagt: wer billig kauft, zahlt zweimal - who buys cheap, that one has to pay double - weil die qualität billiger geräte häufig nicht so toll ist und für den gedachten zweck oftmals nicht reicht. danke für das tolle video und viele grüß aus deutschland! 🙂

[@c.s.6851]

I also like it simple: I am building a swimming tiny house in Stockholm (as a woman, all by myself and with not a lot a of experience before) and the only tool I use are: The M*akita battery tool set (super good price as a kit!) including a small and light circle saw, a jig saw and two small drilling machines (magnetic bit holders!). Also a tape measurement and a multi-purpose carpenter-speed square. I measure and cut all the beams directly on the delivered building wood pile without carrying away and fixing every piece to a mitre saw. Super simple and super quick. …Well, as quick as one can be, working alone, even not with the help of experience. ;) But it is very meditative and satisfying. Rosie, I love your work and videos and feel a lot with you. We are doing great! :)

[@Amanda-jd8xs]

I admire your humility Rosie. A true zen master will tell you they are an amateur. ❤ You take into each new task what in yoga is called the beginner mind. It serves you well . You are a true craftsperson.

[@mariacarpenter2206]

You have done a fabulous job renovating your home over the past couple of years. Be very proud of your accomplishments. And that is a great assortment of tools for carpentry, including the Japanese hand saw. 😊

[@Sharon-ur9xu]

Rosie, enjoy all your episodes on youtube. I am a 77 year old whose dad tough me how to use hammer and saws. At my age of 77 I now purchased DeWalt cordless so batteries are interchangeable. My next purchase will be a DeWalt cordless nailer, my favorite cordless and most used is the DeWalt 20V max Impact Driver.

[@akles-wl7pt]

Rosie, I think you are brilliant and I think your work is brilliant. I love knotty pine. At the beginning of this video you showed one project after another you have thought out, made, fixed and remodeled. Thank you for showing us your work.

[@caroleminnich8884]

I love your honest opinions on your tools. I am a 71 year old woman who has many variations of tools, but have settled on a couple of "systems". Home Depot's main brand is Ryobi and is quite reasonable. It is not top of the line by any means, but for what I am using it for, it works. I have many chargers and batteries, which all work on this system. The other system I have purchased is EGO. I use the same batteries for my lawn mower, chain saw, hedge trimmer, blower, and string trimmer. it is very handy to be charging one set of batteries and using the other. Btw, you are very inspiring!

[@headwerkn]

As a qualified metal fabricator with literally thousands of dollars of tools in my shed, I think you’re doing an incredible job Rosie considering both your limited budget and admitted lack of previous experience. Investing in quality tools is never a ‘bad thing’ per se, and yes, tools like a cordless impact driver, track saw and nail gun are all worthy investments and will definitely help you achieve a better result faster. But, to your defence and most other DIY’ers, you don’t always *need* to be fast. Professionals will naturally gravitate to specialised and invariably expensive tools because being efficient is everything - time literally equals money. But home builders can, usually, take a bit more time to achieve just as good a quality result with a few more basic tools and a good helping of patience. And your home and the excellent results you’ve achieved so far stand testament to exactly that. I’m not sure what the availability would be like in rural Sweden, but buying secondhand could be an option for you to acquire certain tools like a framing (nail) gun and compressor without spending a fortune?

[@7TerriPod]

From past experience Rosie, I know buying cheap is never good, so I try to buy at least middle of the line if not the best. I always have a smile on my face when I know that you have a new video out❤.😁

[@Roatanlova68fmp71lliiiak]

I started my woodworking journey last summer thanks to you! Started off with planter boxes, raised beds and trellis for the garden then a system for hanging boxes and a cabinet for house plants. Totally addicted now and this summer ive just got the wood for outdoor benches and a table. Tools, especially saws, have been a steep learning curve and trying to get a straight line and perfect square a bloody nightmare! It made me more determined to keep trying though and im there now using basics. I bought an ultra cheap mitre saw that broke after the summer so will be getting a decent one this year, well worth the money. I wasnt sure about the japanese saw but love seeing how you use one so will definitely invest in one. Thanks for all the inspiration and the calm, mindful approach you bring to your projects, I would probably have never discovered the joy of creating things with wood without you! Cheers, Anne. X

[@jan-nl7rw]

I was waiting for this most of the day! Oh, heck yes 😊. Thanks for explaining the difference in corded and battery power tools, the weight compared to your size, strength etc. Very informative.

[@nobart5101]

great drone filming around 19:00 and following, the nearly black and white look of the landscape is amazing.

[@maureenblasetti9956]

You are absolutely not a dummy. That is evident in what you have already built. I love the thought and care you put into your projects. Your home is lovely and I look forward to seeing what you create.

[@GG-qv1ny]

Thank you for this. Your channel seems much more authentic than the other renovation channels by women - you don't have a man helping you, and you're on a small budget. It's very inspiring for others who are doing the same. I hope you get some kind of a tool sponsorship to further develop your repertoire of making and building ;-)

[@debbieloignon8319]

I am a 69 year young single woman and do lots of projects inside and out. I have slowly been buying Porta Cable cordless tools,batteries fit all tools . Pick a brand and check out what all they have. I love this brand they have been around for years. Do you have pawn shops or thrift stores? If so you can find great buys on tools there. I really love your channel and all your projects. The next thing on my tool list is a Japanese hand saw!

[@christinewebber941]

If the circular and miter saws intimidated you, for your own sake, steer clear of purchasing a table saw. I once thought the angle grinder was as scary as it could come. Then, I foolishly bought a table saw. Nothing quite as frightening as when it hits a knot and sends the wood straight back at you with force. Luckily, my cat-like reflexes saved me from an impaling. 🙂

[@maisonjournals6007]

Hugely helpful as I am so confused as what to buy, what an inspiration you are, thank you xx

[@stephannirichards8163]

I think you’re amazing. I found you a few days ago and have binged the last 15 stories. Loving it!

[@ritaingratta774]

Great results for the toolings you are using !! I will add a pair of sawhorse, very useful and for this summer a Chainsaw. You have to have one with so many trees around you. Hopefully, a tool maker will be interested in sponsoring your channel and can send you a good full kit in exchange for advertising!! If you have amazing results with what you have now, I imagine what you can build with professional ones. Thank you for sharing and looking forward to your next project.

[@deborahpalm7657]

You have done a remarkable job with the tools you have. My family has always used and loved Makita. Having batteries that are interchangeable between devices is a time saver. All the best. You are one of my favorites.

[@katherinelittrell9689]

Love your videos! I am fascinated and watching your DIY is relaxing, although I'm sure not for you.😊

[@joeb4142]

An impact drill, also known as an impact driver, is a tool used for driving screws and bolts that require a lot of torque. It's especially useful for tasks like: _Driving fasteners_ Impact drills are great for driving in longer screws, lag bolts, and machine bolts, and can even drive 3-inch screws into wood _Drilling into dense materials_ Impact drills can drill through metal, knotty wood, and masonry like concrete and brick _Woodworking_ Impact drills can be used for tasks like assembling furniture, building wooden structures, and installing cabinets _Metal framing_ Impact drills can be used to fasten screws into metal framing during construction Impact drills use rotational force and lateral percussion, which is a circular motion from the side. When the drill senses that torque is needed, it uses impact to twist the screw into the surface. Impact drills are generally smaller and lighter than drills, and can be easier to use.

[@puppyflufy-oe6mv]

i was missing you

[@catemoon]

Love the way your bed drawers came out. Fantastic drawer pulls!

[@olivetrees342]

This was such a helpful video. Thank you for sharing Rosie. Totally agree with your views on the circular saw. I too wish I had purchased a track saw rather than a circular saw, but I didn't know the difference between the two (actually thought they were the same thing). I have always been so impressed with your jigsaw skills as dang you can cut a straight line with that thing. Mine are terrible, but I am going to take your advice and go slow. I love your videos and wish you all the best for the new year. Looking forward to seeing your progress on the house.

[@demopem]

A comment about the Swedish budget shops (which I suspect you have already discovered): Biltema is cheap, but for a reason. In my experience the quality is so-so, sometimes just bad. I would usually prefer Jula. They also have some cheap (and not so good) stuff, but they tend to be better and have a wider range and also carry some quality brands.

[@wildaltarose]

Rosie I just admire you so much. You started with just the basics, and you did a wonderful job. Now you have surpassed basics and you have moved past a beginner builder. You really need to give yourself a pat on the back, and then enjoy what you have accomplished.

[@ginagonzalez6547]

Since you want to make furniture in the near future, I suggest you begin thinking about making a workshop to do everything you want to make. When it comes to electricity you may want to look into a solar powered generator. They could be as cheap as 2k or higher depending but so much worth it because they are portable and you can use your tools everywhere in the property. You may also think about a scaffolding to make small projects like a shed, a workshop and even get to the roof if you need to. You can make it yourself out of sturdy enough wood to support you and whatever you need to work with. They are usually made of metal, but for you and your projects wood is enough where you can assemble and disassemble it as needed. That is why you will eventually need a workshop.

[@galady8632]

I do enjoy my battery operated nail gun. Yes it is a bit heavier but it is a wonderful addition to my tool collection. I will happily use 2 hands as a trade-off for the speed, convenience and accuracy. Some KZbinrs will contact businesses re sponsorships. With 152k subscribers I doubt Rosie would experience being ignored. Between 90 to 95% of her videos are focused on working on her home and property. I watched a video re a guy that contacted a company re a product that had never been mentioned on his channel. They sent him a 3D printer! I thought that was crazy. Rosie constantly works with tools. To me this should be a win-win for everyone - including her subscribers.

[@XD9Eric]

You've done so well. If you're looking to get an impact driver (dewalt). They also make battery powered nail guns. They're life changing. All the tools you talked about wanting are available in many different battery brands. The cost can certainly be high but it's worth it to invest in a specific brand. Dewalt 20v has so many different tools.

[@aearnshaw9800]

I'm a woman in my mid-70s and have been building for the past 30 years. I have a pocket screw jig and love it. I used it for many projects including the shaker style doors for my kitchen cabinets. However, here in New Zealand, I've not been able to find the proper pocket screws so I use stainless steel pan head screws for metal (square drive). They work well. I use the same tools as you, also using a jigsaw rather than my circular saw for the same reasons. I don't have a table saw but thank you for the info on the track saw. It might be just what I need. Thank you!

[@andreamalik2961]

Hi Rosie, in the UK we call the metal file tool (that you didn't know it's name) a Rasp. Loved the video x

[@damogranheart5521]

It is called a rasp in the USA. Works like a charm!

[@acajutla]

It's a rasp in swedish too

[@SacredHabitats]

My tips/experiences with sanders. The first time I used a belt sander: it was heavy, corded and extremely powerful - so much so that when I set it down on the wood it dragged me forward like a cartoon character, and yes I did make the wood worse by using it for those few seconds it actually touched the wood (before I could get it shut-off). The plate sander, like you have, sort of worked ok, but like you experience it doesn't make the wood real smooth, takes a long time to make wood smooth enough, but it is easy enough to handle. Orbital sanders, the first time I used one I left circle marks (ugh!), then a contractor taught me how to use it properly... first, turn it on in the air (not touching your wood) and begin to do your sweeping motion before touching the wood and you go down gently with your sweeping motion (never go straight down), the BIG MUST is to ALWAYS keep it moving no matter what (also meaning to keep it flat/parallel with your wood, never tilted), otherwise if you so much as pause you will get circle marks... the orbital sander is fantastic for rougher wood and depending on the grit of your sandpaper you can very quickly make even a rough piece of wood beautifully smooth in no time with little physical energy spent. I think you will find an orbital sander much more to your liking and it will produce results you'll be very pleased with. The brand I have is DeWalt, it wasn't the cheapest model, it is corded, I bought it around 1999 and it still works like a charm to this day. I love that sander, it's so easy to control, not heavy at all, makes quick work of everything, and I can use it all day (which I have done) without fatigue. It's perfect for women. Love your videos and hearing about your adventures and projects.

[@celineludewig987]

Thanks a lot for the video! It makes these things feel so much less daunting. I would love a series where you go through your design process in general and how you apply it around the house 🏡

[@citygirlingraham]

I think it’s important for you to show us the tools you have, it actually gives us an idea of what we might need to do some renovations...

[@anndoig2459]

Like your style Rosie - the way you work and your designs Always settle down with a coffee to enjoy the journey Well done as ever

[@hollyyoung2850]

Happy new year Rosie. Always love jumping into your world, thank you 🙏

[@joeb4142]

When you started talking I realized how much I’d missed your voice and your calm presence. It was great to see your tools and surprising, considering how much you’ve accomplished, how few you have and your dislike of some of them. Thank you for your openness and courage! p.s. Have you ever thought of making your own semi-finished wood? Take a downed, dried tree, split/cut it to approximately your desired length and width, run it through a table planer..

[@brown-eyedgirl858]

Rosie, you are far from a dummy. You’re an inspiration!I’m curious about how you take measurements and make precise cuts. What are the tricks to getting accuracy or best practices. It would be cool to see you take the actual measurement is, then how you prepare to cut . Thank you for sharing your journey, and please don’t stop saying cute! You’ve earned it! 🙏💃🏻🥰❄️

[@charonstyxferryman]

23:45 Regarding getting stuck. I once complained about hand saws got stuck to a pro carpenter. He told me that it got stuck becuace I didn't let the saw do its work, i.e. one should use a light push instead of hard push. The lighter push will let the saw blade's teeth remove the wood. If one pushes the saw blade hard downwards ,one will only dig the saw blade's teeth into the wood like a knife. I think that if one do the same with a power tool saw, they will behave the same as handsaws.

[@sandralnwebster3204]

Rosie: If your design career fails you could always be "the poster girl!" for a tool company! You have made yourself very knowledgeable on tools and their uses! Kudos to you! Cheers,from Canada❤

[@deas1972]

Great Roseanne! You are such a role model for us carpenters that’s doable to earn 7000ish USD/month by using cheap tools😃 And its fun also🛠️Keep posting and vlogging girl!🙌

[@jeanjennings5712]

You have inspired me many times to tackle several small household projects. Things that I was intimidated by, I found myself diving right in, albeit slowly and methodically, and it was because of watching your videos. Thank you for your beautiful scenic views, your frustrations, your completions, and your inspiration. Incidentally, I am a female senior citizen.

[@imAlico64]

I finally catched up on all your video's by now, and love the mood you're setting with them. Taking your time to walk back and forth on your plot, just to get some footage of you moving around shows the level of dedication, even after nearly 70 video's. I think you're doing a great job, both in restoring the cabin, but also in your film making! Cheers from the Netherlands!

[@maryannknox7158]

I really really enjoyed this episode I actually learned a few new things about certain tools 🛠️ Thank you 😊 so much Rosie for putting this episode together for all of us quite informative

[@MathiasKp]

19:12 Great tip about the openings for when cutting planks.

[@Theeannmariee]

Single mom here learning to do all these things myself as well and I love watching you and am inspired by your ambition and ingenuity in figuring out how to do things. Comforting watching you go through some of the same struggles I share (things taking longer than anticipated, not having proper materials and/or tools, doing projects without an extra set of hands) and seeing you persevere through

[@kevinthebespectacledpilgrim]

Well done Rosie. No one is born with skills, everything is learned. Invariably I have always learned skills by jumping in, having a go, making mistakes and learning slowly. Simplicity, planning, taking your time, being flexible and creative are your primary tools every time.

[@carolebuckle7977]

You are such an inspiration for women or a man, to demonstrate we can cope and do jobs, maybe with out employing someone else to do the task 🤛🏻, thank you Rosie 🙏🏻🇬🇧xxx

[@mattidelcroix5792]

For the bosch jigsaw normally you can cut at an angle. If you look from the bottom up there is a screw that jou cal loosen to ajust the angle.

[@peterblomgren89]

I wouldn't call you "a dummy" after these 2,5 years renovation. 💪

[@ritamailheau771]

Dear Rosie, Thank you for the advice. You have become something of an expert due to your determination to put your visions into action. Hooray! Thankfully for me, my husband is an expert. That said, anyone watching this and considering taking action, I think your pump house was the perfect starting point. (You may have done stuff earlier; I'm just not calling it to mind.) You did such a thorough job on the pump house. You only did what was needed but there were a lot of things that needed to be redone. Someone could watch that episode and really get some useful basics on how to renovate. BTW. It was so awesome how your mom helped you bury the water hoses to protect them from freezing. She's a beautiful soul. Bless her and your cute dad for giving you the power tools. What a sweetheart. Have a great week.

[@daimonmagus]

Helped my family build a house when I was a teen, and woodworking was a major hobby. Can absolutely agree about buying a system - it's definitely the way to go. Also, I often find myself thinking "bet she wishes she had a router" while watching some of your videos. Was interesting for me to have confirmation of that. Like you, I think Makita is pretty awesome in terms of quality, weight, and design - you're right about the price, though. I think it would be worth it to go with this one, if you do decide to buy into a system in the future.

[@evalindell2757]

I garden a lot and used my reciprocativ saw a lot for cutting bigger things that is hard to reach with a regular saw. Like pruning bigger brushes//smaller trees taking bigger braches off. Really love mine as what would take me days to do takes just a couple of hours! Love this video! I think so many people will try to do more stuff after seeing what you can do! You are brilliant! ❤️

[@amywert8088]

Listening to this makes me realize how tool spoiled I am! My father always had a lot of tools, good of your dad to leave some with you. My son (who is your age and lives at home)now works at Lowe's and he buys a lot of tools. Buys them for gifts for his brothers and for me too.

[@erinhill537]

Thanks for sharing about the different tools, I’ve been trying to figure out what I needed for a couple projects and this is very helpful. But aside from that, I just love to listen to you talk about what you are doing and your thought process behind the work. Your videos always make me feel inspired and peaceful. Thank you for sharing them.

[@gabrielleszafir]

Thank you so so much for making this video! I make KZbin videos in a similar spirit as you and have recently embarked on my first venture into building and construction with renovating my first 'tiny home' and this was so helpful and validating. This feels like the good sit down chat with a caring friend that I needed when I first started out. Really appreciate how honest you are about all the technical aspects but also about just not being super excited about using certain tools. Honestly I think I had this idea that an 'empowered woman' loves to use power-tools because, like you mentioned seeing people on youtube just using tools so easily and without care, I just saw all these women I admire seem so comfortable with them. Honestly when I got started, I was totally overwhelmed by using a circular saw and felt so scared using other tool ... and I was quite hard on myself about it for a while. It wasn't until I was talking to some friends (male and female) who were like "yeah we get scared too" that I realised how silly I was being. Loved your hand tools segment! Love how you show up and what you're doing - hope you know how much inspiration and support you offer to so many of us! Sending love from my little corner of the world to yours!