The mortar removal continues on the derelict Irish cottage. Episode 28

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. Please follow along on our journey...we need all the support we can get!
This week its more old mortar removal and Sam tiles behind our log burner in the caravan.
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[@WhataTry]

You guys will be fine, those walls have stood there for many decades, Sam will do it right. Have faith in each other, Crack on !

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for saying this. We have definitely worried & doubted ourselves at times but I'm starting to get a feel for the walls the more we work on them. They are certainly sturdy!

[@heatherarthur6232]

They won’t be ok if they keep removing all the small stones…those walls need them for strength.

[@joandonnelly9187]

I think they'll be putting them back when they get to the pointing.

[@theirishhomestead]

The ones which are loose are not supporting anything. We have been advised to remove all loose stones by a stone mason and we will be putting them back with lime mortar when we get to the pointing stage. Obviously any small stones that are in tight, are load-bearing and we leave them in situ.

[@lauriedutcher5676]

Love the look of the stone walls. Just started watching your house journey about a week ago,…been binge watching as much as possible.

[@janechamblesswright119]

All winds and all weathers…I don’t know how you guys keep it all grinding forward. What remarkable folks you are - made of sturdy stuff, indeed. The snow took us by surprise (neither one of us can bear watching the news in these dark days) - so I guess we missed the weather report… Spent the day slithering up and down the hill to the studio, (carrying somebody else’s antique oil paintings) and slipped onto my butt more than once. Thank the godds of snow that I didn’t drop the artwork. The hens are doing themselves proud. Toby seems comfortable (possibly for the first time in years) The kids look well - and you are both Legends. Well done to you all!

[@theirishhomestead]

I know! The snow was very unexpected. I saw a notification the night before but just thought "oh yeah let's see".....and they got it right this time! I'd like to think Toby is much more comfortable. So nice he was a load of straw to lay in too if he wants. The hens are doing us proud especially as often they don't lay until the warmer weather comes. Glad you didn't damage any expensive art work! ♥️👍

[@legrandeileen4863]

we say donkeys are stubborn , but Toby's a gem. I adore the way he comes when you call him. Like a little puppy. He's really adorable,a happy little fellow. Well loved. ❤❤😊😊😊

[@theirishhomestead]

He is a lovely chap. Very quiet and doesn't give much away but he seems to be coming out of his shell ♥️

[@Andrea-w8g3e]

One of my channels that I look forward to every week. Love following you guys. You are both amazing well done on all your hard work. And thank you for restoring part of our old irish forgotten homes/farms. Hope you have many healthy happy years xxx

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thank you. That's lovely to read. We are definitely enjoying this process and reading all these lovely comments makes us glad we decided to film it. Xxx

[@Gardengirl4]

Tiles have transformed the corner, made it homely, Wouldn't the bedroom anex be better, as kitchen/dinner?, It's likely to be cooler than the main house, Just looks as big as the house, could be the busy area? And have the house, as the cosy area, I'm just thinking out loud, Toby definitely has settled, I was so surprised to see him as soon as you called him for a carrot, didn't take long, he has a family at last.

[@theirishhomestead]

It's something to think about actually! Not thought about that option! Thanks. Toby is definitely starting to know his new (first ever) name. ♥️

[@margaretsweaney7131]

I’m growing closer to you the more I watch. I left Stockport in 1980 and moved to New Zealand. Long story, however I have never looked back ( or been back). I love hearing your accents, something comforting. I admire your enthusiasm and adventurous spirits. Legends!! Must be hard not swearing… my brother‘s a builder too ❤ plus it’s every other word almost everywhere now! Be well and keep grinding on, it’s going to be Soooo worth it. Kia kaha, Love from Margie in N Z

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for sharing!

[@BarryFitzgeraldofficial]

Great tile work, and the messier it is the more fun it is😂. Also, the more you progress the more professional you sound, "Globs of cement" , a perfect description.

[@theirishhomestead]

Ha gosh the tiling feels so long ago now! That was a job well done and the caravan looks well for it.

[@jodiebelton625]

Progress on the walls is looking good.

[@TheHavasu_77]

The snow is so pretty! Nature has a way of making us take a little break once in a while, so sledding it is! 😊❤

[@theirishhomestead]

It was a great day off! We had such a fun time. X

[@barrywood5357]

With the concrete you find on the floor thats a start. it gives you a stable base to work from . The weather doesnt help but it gives you a break from what may seem like an endless task. The tiles look good and its an improvement to your life. Nice one Sam and Bec crack on

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes the snow was a good forced break. Its nice to sometimes just have a change of scenery. Hence why we sometimes move on to another bit of the cottage even though the previous wall isn't fully finished. Psychologically it feels better!

[@polh6462]

Those tiles really add a cosy touch to that corner of your caravan. Great job Sam & Bec!!

[@theirishhomestead]

We agree! It just needed something on that fire board and tiles were just the job. Thanks. ♥️

[@JohntyNich]

When building drystone walls, the middling was an important part of holding the wall together. Stones would be slightly sloped in and the middling would hold them in place. Imagine old buildings were similar.

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes there are lots sloped and what we can probably see in the voids is the middling stones. We will add those smaller stones back in one we back point the walls. Fi gers crossed it holds until the good weather comes for pointing.

[@anthonystevens749]

If the walls are structured like similar buildings in Wales, this is not quite accurate. They are built to two faces, with quite a lot of random rubble fill. Periodically the builders used larger stones to tie between the two faces: all these face stones and tie stones are sloped 'down & out' - ie, laid with a slope to naturally shed water outwards. This is a vital principle of porous wall structures, which (unlike modern Portland cement based work) are designed to accept a degree of wetting, draining and evaporative drying with lime mortar. Good luck guys, it'll look fantastic! 👍

[@theirishhomestead]

@anthonystevens749 thanks. Yes we watch D Porter Construction on KZbin and he mentioned the stones sloped for water removal. So much to learn on these stone buildings. 👍

[@nathanearl-davies2994]

Great team work on the tiling and breaking down the old mortar, glad to see Toby coming to his name, enjoy the snow break

[@coolcpa3321]

Toby really enjoys his carrots. Lovely little creature.

[@theirishhomestead]

He does! Prefers pears though! 🤣

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. We love a bit of snow. Only for 1 day though! The animals enjoy it a lot less! 😒

[@coolcpa3321]

​@@theirishhomestead I grew up in California horse country where they were primarily fed hay, alfalfa and oats, but for treats they got apples and raw almonds from our orchards and carrots from the garden. If your area is the right climate, you might consider a pear and/or apple tree in your orchard. Toby is a dear.

[@theirishhomestead]

@coolcpa3321 we are definitely planting apple and pear trees. Toby loves pears! ♥️

[@yvonnethorpe5224]

Every week I am impressed with how much work you have managed to complete and how well the project is coming along. Well done to the hens for starting to lay their eggs. Lovely to see how well they have settled in. I just love seeing Toby every week. He is adorable😍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you very much! We have filled a box of eggs now! Really happy with how well Toby is settling in. He is such a love. ♥️

[@macmcdonald9347]

Sam you’re doing well and saying life is good is statement to Keep in your heart. From A man in the same journey, Mac

[@theirishhomestead]

I appreciate that. Thanks

[@binflynn1]

Great job clearing that old house out , you’ve a lot to do , but use are a great family team , love watching take care of….

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. ♥️

[@Lisa-lz2ul]

Recently subscribed. Love your attitude to work. Always with a smile, always pushing forward. Pleasure to watch your videos. Best of luck with all you have to do on that beautiful property

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you, that's really kind. We do try to be positive even on days it feels a bit overwhelming! It will all be worth it in the end. ♥️

[@sallywatton2580]

Can I borrow Sam? Need some tiles In my kitchen 😂❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Of course!! If you're local? 🤣🤣 ♥️

[@hanascott6428]

Great work Sam and Rebecca! One step closer... It was wonderful to see the snow, a winter wonderland, and Toby who is looking very healthy and content x

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Hana. Slowly getting there now. ♥️

[@helenangelful]

What great progress on the cottage. It looks So much better, adds to the Charakter of the house now the stones have been freed up. Amazing new tiles in the cabin, you're both skilled craftspeople! Delighted you have the interest in restoring a former Irish stone house. Great to see the first warm fresh egg, not to mention gentle Toby. Stay safe and have a good week 💛

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thanks Helen. Yes the stone really makes the place. We are thrilled with how it's looking already. So happy you are enjoying the journey with us. ♥️

[@joanneclifford82]

What great progress already. I'm looking forward to following your progress. Well done, guys😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much! 😊 Will be a long process but it's great to feel like you're making a start.

[@mariekellHigg]

What a lovely homestead you are creating. All the 'hard graft' will be so worth it. The stonework on the the building is beautiful. Only someone with good 'vison' could see the 'little gem' that is appearing from under all the concrete cover. Toby looks like he has ended up in a '5 star hotel' he looks so very happy in himself. You are living the dream for a lot of people. Well done! Look forward to the next instalment. Take care!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you that was lovely to read. Yes we definitely have our vision and the place is definitely a gem. We just knew as soon as we saw the place it was special....to us at least. ♥️

[@cynsullivan6869]

❤ I love watching your progress..you have a wonderful family and a natural genuine way about yourselves... Keep cracking on

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much!! ♥️

[@vickybentley3949]

Rebecca youre amazing, you get stuck in with Sam and you make a great team xx

[@theirishhomestead]

Oh thank you! I do try to do as much as I can in-between running a 12 hours a day cafe 🙄🤣

[@macmcdonald9347]

As a sculpture designer I recommend pull/brush the loose dirt then put the stone back and put the fixing.(pointing) in. Sam love your lady she is your anchor.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. Bec is definitely the families anchor. ♥️

[@user-nt8ck4zg4z]

The stone work is looking really lovely. So much better than being covered. And I guess maybe more breathable. Isn’t it amazing how much dirt builds up over the years. So lovely getting your own eggs nothing like it. And much better taste.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. It feels amazing getting our own eggs. I hope the building is better off uncovered as it isn't the done thing here in Ireland due to the weather. Time will tell I guess if we have done the right thing.

[@lynwill65]

I'm so happy to see Toby using his stable and keeping dry and warm. Everything is looking great, well done with all the hard work!!

[@theirishhomestead]

Ahh yes Toby is much happier here. He I'd never out of that shelter at the moment while it's cold! So sad to think he never had that until now. ♥️

[@readingroomcafeproject]

Watching this, you guys making your dreams happen, is really inspiring to those of us who are still only dreaming. thank you guys so much for sharing with us. ETA the chickens might be interested in the stone dust - mine eat all sorts of grit for their crop to help with digestion. It's lovely to see them so comfortable with you. I had rescue Welsomers first and they were terrified of my, but my new rescue Warren hybrids are so confident with people.

[@theirishhomestead]

Our pleasure! Glad you enjoy watching. Thanks. ♥️

[@vickybentley3949]

Sam those tiles look great it does make a difference xx

[@theirishhomestead]

I think so too!

[@patmurphy4564]

I love that, Toby has a shelter and can at least be warm. Well done with what you have done to the house. A lot of hard work ahead. Love from Australia ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Ahh yes Toby is much happier here. He I'd never out of that shelter at the moment while it's cold! So sad to think he never had that until now.

[@jcr_jcr]

The tiling looks super. When Sam had finished and cock crowed and Toby brayed in the background. The walls are looking good. What a great job.

[@theirishhomestead]

Ha ha yes we didn't even realise until I was editing! Great timing from the animals! Thank you.

[@neutonrenda2303]

The girls probably took the free loading comment to heart lol.😂👍

[@theirishhomestead]

I think so! 🤣

[@seamusfahey6165]

I watch a channel called Make Do Grow and they are redoing a stone home and have done extensive work on the walls. They have done a lot of homework, but they also show their muck ups, so it might be a good resource for you in rebuilding vs repointing etc. He's English as well. Just like to be helpful . . . best of luck in all these projects.

[@DGHFri]

I can also recommend 'atelier mavi', a young italian-french couple, who rebuild a old stone house in Italy.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks will take a look.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. I think I've seen them. Will take a look this evening.

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Yes, I watch them too. Their can do, re do attitude is legendary. I would highly recommend them to you.😊❤ great work, crack on.

[@clarelove3738]

​@DGHFri yes, I follow them too, new video due today. Whilst the materials they are using are different (eco-friendly and expensive), the techniques for pointing and lintel replacement should be useful to you.

[@spiderbush129]

Great to see you making progress, soon have plenty of eggs, and Toby looks happy and healthy

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. He seems pretty content here and loves his cuddles.

[@maryg.249]

Your hard work is paying off. The tiling looked fantastic. Same with the grouting. You are both amazing. Mary

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thank you Mary. ♥️

[@brendadoherty3060]

So much raw talent. You both make the best partners. Love following your journey. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🇺🇸

[@morrigans_cottage]

The progress you're making is unreal! It's so nice to see the old stone!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. It's looking much better now isn't it.

[@kimcool6327]

Stick with it . Such a beautiful homestead.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you, we will 💪♥️

[@andrewdaniel653]

Loved the aerial view of your property in the snow. Can related to where everything is in relation to Toby's paddock. Great video and keep up the good work.

[@theirishhomestead]

Glad you enjoyed it. I think it's good to get an idea of the place. Makes it easier to follow where everyone and everything is.

[@joannabrown2995]

Brilliant - much more Toby content please if you don’t mind! Like feeding him and inside his shelter…good to see work progressing 👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes sure will try to film more of Toby. I don't want to bore people with donkey stuff, even though I could film him all day.

[@MarianneInmarsilia]

If March comes in like a lion,it’ll go out like a lamb !

[@theirishhomestead]

Fingers crossed!

[@frankiemarley2811]

You done a great job cracking on with the stone work when your husband was away. 👏👏👏

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. I was really proud but a tad sore! 🤣

[@kieran.stafford]

I'm binge watching your channel to get up to date. You're a lovely family doing wonderful things. I love all the animals also. You're very welcome to Ireland. We need more like ye.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much!

[@imeldadiaz4164]

You both did a great job!!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you.

[@WriterGeek]

Small loose stones seem normal in stone houses, and they can be mortared back in. Portugal from Scratch does lots of demos on stone wall rebuilding, pointing and lime plastering, all for beginners.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. I think I'm subbed to them. Will take a look. Lots to learn about these stone houses.

[@colettelavery7452]

Congrats Sam and Becky. what a lot of work you both have achieved and I am sure Isabella are Euan have been busy also.Sam your tiling has made a very nice finish to the stove. Grear you are getting fresh egg's. Toby looks so content trotting to you for his carrot. He has won his own lottery with his shelter and hay.You both have so much done on the house it is looking amazing. You both take care and God Bless you all xx

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Colette. It's starting to look so different now. Makes me excited to see how it will all turn out! ♥️

[@teresajames5993]

Great job but just a heads up on those little stone. If you really look at it, you can see how they were used to level the big stones. And behind the front row there is a space inbetween the inside wall that gets filled up with mud and rubble. That holds the two sides together. If you start taking too much of that out the walls will weaken. Get the outside cleaned up, fill back inside the openings with mortar and little stones, then you can get to the outside repointing. ❤❤ good work and love the tiling on the walls by wood stove.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much. We only remove the lose stones. They have been kept and we will refill the voids with them when we back point. Let's hope it holds up until then. 🫣

[@annaking9213]

Episode 28, the snow was beautiful.

[@johnmulvey5121]

The rubble walls were always meant to be plastered. With lime plaster obviously. The 'exposed stone ' idea is a modern fantasy. You're doing well!

[@jacksg1809]

Makes u wonder how houses stay up with all those lil gaps 😂...aww its a great feeling first egg shows they are happy ❤.Sam great job of the tiling mate 👏u never know what ur good at till u try well done with the grouting too ....spring is here thank God make it a good one for all of us 🙏Thanks for including chooks and Toby hes starting to realise he's getting love which he deserves ❤. Have a good week enjoy the snow for now 🎉

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. Yes it was a very busy week. Even the hens have finally started earning their keep. We will be glad when the snow goes and hopefully some warmer weather wouldn't go amiss right now. 🌱🍀♥️

[@scottsorby7966]

Little by little & week by week you folks are turning a derelict old dump into a family home for many more generations to be safe in. Well done Sam & Bec you made an amazing difference this week! But I have to know.... who got the egg? (I bet that was a fun conversation) 🤣🤣🤣 Stay safe folks

[@jamesdunican1750]

Thanks for sharing your hard work On your new Irish home

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you James. That's kind of you. 👍

[@jamesdunican1750]

You are more than welcome

[@seanshannon9910]

Great to see progress every day it is beautiful cottage, I have done a lot of stone work and renovations of old cottages, the only advice is always keep top of stone level irespectable of the bottom and it always looked well. Another tip is maintain the original corse lines starting from the ground, and at about 2 ft intervals to the wall plate kind regards Sean

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much for the advice. Lots to learn about maintaining stone buildings! It can feel overwhelming! Hopefully we get it right and do the place justice.

[@annjarvis9300]

Awww wonderful you are getting eggs now and Toby likes his shelter. Well done on the tiling and grouting also on the stone preparation you both work so hard and well together carnt wait for the next one all our love to you both and the children tc now 🤗🤗🤗🤗👍👍👍👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you Ann. So kind of you. We are feeling very happy right now. ♥️

[@gardentours]

First eggs 🥚 🐓🥚🐓👏🏼 Toby is so cute 🥕💛 Enjoy the snow ⛄️❄️☃️

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you 🤗

[@tangofoxtrot4603]

Great work guys, the hard work will pay off.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. I'm excited to see it finished.

[@neutonrenda2303]

You'll be an expert stone mason by this time next year.👍

[@theirishhomestead]

That maybe the case! Certainly learnt a lot already! 👍

[@heathermcrobert9779]

Just keep on knowing that it will get to the point where you will see the light at the end of the tunnel and it will be a beautiful home that you will have. One youtube site you might like that deals with sort of what you are dealing with is Seans World. He is fixing up a very old cottage on his property. I see it as being kind of close to what you are doing. You are doing really good. I can visualize a really cozy and prosperous homestead!!!! Best. ps you do not have to go through all his vlogs, because he puts precise headings for each vlog to tell you what they are about.

[@veedebee]

Hahaha my husband said I could grout until it actually came to doing it, so well done !! Also 1st egg 🎉 it’s never not exciting collecting eggs from your own chickens xx

[@theirishhomestead]

Ha ha, yes I think it drove Sam mad watching me do it! To be fair I was messy but I knew it would clean up. 🤣

[@74quo]

All that hard graft will be worth it in the end guys I would love a bit of land like yours😉👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. Hopefully you get your land one day. 🍀

[@katytaylor8940]

Good job on the tiling you two

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. 👍

[@jaygarden7011]

Brilliant as always well done 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much 😀

[@franciscopandohidalgo8205]

Hello family, great work and a lot of effort, I hope your dreams come true, I like your videos about what part of Ireland, greetings from Madrid 🇪🇦👍🇮🇪

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much for the support. ♥️

[@patodwyer275]

When my hens lay eggs their able to stamp a date on them, took me ages to train them.

[@theirishhomestead]

🤣🤣 that's some well trained hens you have!

[@Luke-j2t]

We’re currently doing a very similar project 😊 this channel has been great for helping and inspiring us. Keep up the amazing work it’s all going to be so worth every second ye put in. Looking forward to your next video

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww brilliant. Good luck with your project. It's amazing to be able to work on such an old building.

[@annadaurie2435]

The two of you are not afraid of hard work. The outside of the house looks amazing the stone. Love the tiles around the fireplace.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. It was a good trial run of tiling! Sam did amazingly well, seeing as he has never tiled before.

[@wanderinwilds]

Great video loved watching this from start to finish made us tired 🤣 xxx

[@theirishhomestead]

🤣🤣 yes I can imagine. I feel tired and weary at chipping away old pointing! The weather was awful today so nothing has been done! 😒

[@TrevorByrne-yh1fp]

Great job everyone

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you 👍

[@susanjackson1307]

Great joy now your chickens are laying. I'm sure they tasted wonderful... Fresh is best... great progress with the walls . And the tiles turned out a treat. See you all next week.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks so much. We have saved our first 4 for the farmer who sold us this place. He has been invaluable to us.

[@sylvanaire]

Somehow, I didn’t think you guys got snow in Ireland. Well, glad you’re taking the time to enjoy it while you have it!

[@karenjoy7557]

The tiling trial is for you to do your own bath and kitchen or main house... Toby looks like he is enjoying his new living palace... Chickens usually start laying after 26 weeks of birth but you can put paprika in there water to warm them up to lay more eggs...keep the shell as you can give that back to them for calcium...wash it dry it the micrawave 10 sec...then crush it put in they seed dish also minced garlic and oil great for them aswell as oil stop them from getting egg bound... Also soaking there seeds is better for them more vitamins...😂❤😂❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks those are great tips. Just raw garlic with olive oil? Seen egg bound hens and donn't want that for my girls. 💔

[@susandellet7121]

Tiles look smart

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks.

[@derekcrowe2886]

Team work makes the dream work 👏. Laughed out when I heard Toby crunching the carrot 🤣

[@theirishhomestead]

I love hearing him much away! 🤣

[@life_happens_reviews]

@the irish homestead well done to you both - you seem to be doing well as you start out and i wish you and your family every happiness

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww thank you so much. ♥️

[@sharonpettman1274]

You are doing an amazing job, no matter what the weather throws at you. Have a great week ❤🇬🇧

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much 😊 It's worth it and we are getting used to the weather.

[@marshagaravaglia8149]

Another great video ❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you 🤗

[@ОльгаБлоус]

If you want more eggs, use a trick - connect two halves of the shell to make a whole egg and put the dummies in the nest. The chickens will see that the nest is safe and will lay eggs better and will not have to hide eggs in the area.

[@ОльгаБлоус]

you need a few more than 2 egg pacifiers

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks for the tip. Will do that. 👍

[@myownlittlehouse471]

Sam may not be a tiler, but he has all the skills for doing beautiful work! The tiles look beautiful -- love the patterns in them. And your grouting is quite pretty too! It's lovely how the chickens trust you. They may be eating little pieces of that gravel for grit, which is essential for their digestion. They're so pretty :) You two are such a great pair, so much love and respect between you, you work well together. Makes for a great work environment! I love your channel, but honestly -- I would watch it JUST for Toby, haha. He's such a love. When the weather is warmer and nice, just think of all you'll get done!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoy watching even if it's just for Toby. 😉 The hens are doing us proud now. It feels lile a real farm already. Still space for more animals to come though 🤣

[@buskerjames]

Your cottage is coming along very nicely stay warm it's -22 Celsius here in Calgary Canada and very cold

[@theirishhomestead]

Oh wow! That is cold! Jeepers we couldn't work in that! Stay warm there. X

[@aprildixon-ff1bc]

Wowza you guys are amazing,.. beautiful job 🎉

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you so much!! ♥️

[@BlueVanMan]

Hello. Just found your channel and gone to when you bought the farm. Great viewing, and I can't believe you only have 18k subs. We are renovating an old Manor, and it's hard work. But keep going and try not to start too many projects at once, or it will get overwhelming. You probably know, but get some decent gloves, I have started wearing them as they save the cuts. Good luck.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, yes, somehow it always happens! We currently are mid way through removing the mortar on 4 different walls! We get fed up with one wall and move on! I'm starting to fall back now, finally. Hopefully, at least one wall will be fully finished soon! 🤣

[@janinebell4336]

Tiling looks great!

[@theirishhomestead]

I think so too! Thanks

[@rebeccacollinson9349]

A lot of hard work. I love to see the animals. One egg a day you can each have an egg for breakfast soon! Toby is precious and I loving seeing the kittens hanging out wherever you are.

[@theirishhomestead]

We have had 5 eggs so far in 6 days! They are doing well! Toby is such a sweetheart. He is so chilled. I'd live to eventually get him a friend but his previous owner said he had tried him with other donkeys several times and sadly he just gets aggressive with them. 😢

[@terrylink6174]

Great team work guys 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks. Good job we get on well! 😉🙄

[@GizmoCat-s5e]

Wow, hardworking people, kids,too! Toby and the cats have all arrived at the best place. Wishing you well and you commence working on the farmhouse.

[@theirishhomestead]

You are so kind, thank you. 👍♥️

[@CreatorInTrng]

Haven't commented for a while. Been away for a bit taking care of my own corner of the world. I am so tickled by the steady progress you have been making. Your tiling job looks leaps and bounds better than mine (just one of the things I was taking care of). No, no pictures for comparison; too embarrassing. All the best to you. Got the reins in my hands and the wagon hitched. Onward.

[@theirishhomestead]

Nice to hear from you. We hope all is well and that things on your end are coming on nicely. I'm glad you think the tiling job was ok. To be fair, we didn't film too closely 🤣

[@thecornerhouseproject]

Great job on the tiling both of you! Especially for beginners it looks professional! Credit/debit cards work great for the grouting don’t they? Absolutely loved seeing those chickens around Sam’s feet whilst he worked away! 😂can’t wait until we can have some animals! One day! ❤ The cottage is looking really good! Good work both! Looks pretty solid which is great. Love toby’s little face soo bloody cute! Just wanna give him a hug! ❤ ooh also congrats on the first eggs too!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks guys. It's a lot of work but as you know it's all worth it in the end. Xx

[@thecornerhouseproject]

@theirishhomestead it really is and there will be days when it's all so overwhelming the vastness of it and then you come out the other side of whatever drove you insane and wonder what you were worried about!

[@ratanashifu]

So pleased to see that your chicken and cats are totally relaxed.

[@theirishhomestead]

They are all very happy here I think. Well I hope so anyway. ♥️

[@wrenwest4887]

"it's all brand new, just cracking on in the darkness" Soldier on, brave warriors. We can see vast changes. More power!

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. 💪

[@TheDaf95xf]

Good morning guys 😊 tiling looks awesome Sam but especially Bec’s grouting lol 😂 Your face when you got your first egg 🥚 was brilliant 🤩 Love ❤️ Toby as we sponsor a donk ey called Drizzle at the Sidmouth donkey sanctuary 😍 This is going to be a great challenge but I’m sure Sam will smash it 😊 Looking forward to following you guys 😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Aww, thanks, glad you appreciate the tiling & and grouting! I was sooo happy to get the egg! Felt amazing! I love the name Drizzle! Brilliant!

[@legrandeileen4863]

Well done, the tiling is just beautiful. ❤❤

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. We are really chuffed with it.

[@memeannasvegetables497]

😊 we also use an old credit card...works perfectly!

[@theirishhomestead]

Yes! Thank you it worked a treat! I did think it was bonkers but worked well. Glad it isn't just us that do that. 👍

[@briantaylor8366]

keep batting on .complete confidence in youtwo.

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks Brian.

[@monicateeling810]

Intro and music fabulous 😁Love the chickens at Sam’s feet when he is doing the wall 🤣🤣 Congratulations on the eggs 👏🏼👏🏼 Working away in the rain and shovelling all that stuff from the bedroom is great progress. You must be happy tired by the end of each day 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼When it’s all finished and you’re both tucked up in that bedroom you’ll be chatting about all the hard work you put into YOUR OWN STONE COTTAGE ✅✅✅✅✅✅✅Where did all that snow come from 🤭Love that Toby came when called, one happy donkey 😁😁😁

[@theirishhomestead]

Really glad you enjoyed the intro. I just fancied doing something a bit different. Life definitely feels good right now. It feels really satisfying working on our own home. ♥️

[@alexcris5344]

What an amazing job! It’s looking great 😍 stones walls are definitely the most beautiful walls 🤗

[@theirishhomestead]

I totally agree! Thanks. 👍♥️

[@carmeldoyle7494]

Enjoy the snow and you both are doing a great job,I'm so glad Toby is doing so well he has his own little house bless him, the stone is not too bad on the cottage it will look great when its done,I love stone cottages

[@theirishhomestead]

It's looking a bit rough now with all those loose stones but once its pointed it will be beautiful. So much nicer seeing the stone than the white wash.

[@doniehurley7634]

Fair play great progress I am impressed as it is very tedious work and takes ages to see results that motivate to persist

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks, yes its slow going and tedious work. But it has to be done. 🙄💪

[@johnodonnell6644]

It’s coming along nicely. Great work guys. 👍great to see Toby so happy😊

[@theirishhomestead]

Thank you. Us too! It's so good to have him here after all this time.

[@markclifton14]

Going great with the raking out of the joints . The bed rooms looks miles better now. Great work guys. Keep up the hard work. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@theirishhomestead]

Thanks! Will do! 👍💪💪