Renovating a Jacobean Cottage in Scotland, Beachcombing & Wood Storage | Garden Rescue

[@TheScottishIsle]

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[@melaniehoshall6942]

So, I'm watching you chuck the oak firewood up the incline toward the woodstore and into my mind pops, "How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?"

[@SonyaWard-pm9pm]

I absolutely love you guys. Blow off the naysayers and continue to be the adorable people that you are. I joined your channel to follow your journey, to experience your challenges and be supportive regardless. I must admit, your natural banter absolutely cracks me up. I truly enjoy getting to watch the transformation of your lives, your home and your fur and wool babies. You are both very unique and inspiring. Thank you for sharing the amazing history of your country and culture. Without such contributions, my country, yes I'm afraid so Scott, America would not be as diverse and rich. Thank you for sharing your lives with us.

[@TheScottishIsle]

Wow, thank you very much, 🤍

[@girlnorthof60]

USA & Canada. 🤭Lovely comment, Sonya.... wish I'd written it.

[@gaffysmenk]

The best thing we've had wash up on the shore below us was the carcus of an old pine chest of drawers. We then found the four drawers scattered along a quarter mile stretch. It now lives in the house. It's in book of things found on the shore in Orkney..

[@TheScottishIsle]

Lovely. We'd have done the exact same. I seem to remember Margaret Leigh saying something similar when she lived at a costal crofting settlement; good book if you're interested! Spade Among the Rushes. Kx

[@gaffysmenk]

@@TheScottishIsle just found it on ebay. 👍 We've often wondered how a chest of drawers found it's way into the sea in the first place. Very strange but very welcome find.

[@dthomp06]

So much fun with the silliness. Love it! You are doing such an amazing job bringing the cottage and the island back to life. Humor will help get you through.

[@staciecats7801]

Another fantastic episode! I laughed at your banter and empathized with how all of your hard work can be exhausting. Thank you for taking the time to share your lives with us. Pet the kitties and sheep for us!

[@coffeefetcher]

I think a zip wire (or more) leading from the top of a hill down to the er, bottom, would save a great deal of effort after walking up a hill. And I think we'd all smile broadly to see Katy whizzing downwards and we'd laugh heartily to witness Scott doing it. Well. I'd smile and laugh, for sure.

[@louiseswart1315]

I believe it is your one take policy that keeps your videos fresh. Can't wait to see your living room completely done.

[@helenmcdonnell9917]

I love your videos... highlight of my week! Keep up the great work x

[@marilyn4098]

Y’all crack me up 😂 I love how you still have fun despite the “grumpy bunnies” who try to tell you what to do and how to do it or just tell you that you’re doing things incorrectly. “Stand down!” I so appreciate your hard work and the filming/editing of the hard work! Thank you!

[@myownlittlehouse471]

Your videos just get better and better! Sillier and more fun! You both are so much more comfortable on camera than you were at the start. Delightful! "I repeat! Don't be repetitive!" But my favorite Katie line lately was the murmured whisper as she stood by a derelict croft: "bracken." Bwahaha!

[@FranWhorton-of5ql]

I can see how much work that is to remove the concrete, but when it's done you both will be relaxing in your chairs and admiring it! The stone is such beautiful tones that we can already admire the walls. Can't wait to see the finished product.

[@tripletgirl2484]

Your walls are going to be beautiful going by what Jim accomplished on the adjacent wall! Love your videos.

[@bevgrant611]

Was thinking exactly the same thing. Sat giggling at them both now 😀

[@barbaralee9415]

It’s difficult not to be repetitive because life is and this is their life after all

[@terris6322]

"Don't panic everyone, stand down!" 😂😂

[@123boat]

“I’ll go put the kettle on then” Brilliant 😂😂😂😂

[@maryalcock9451]

Stunning Video once again you two ❤️ They just get better and better every time, love your humour 😂😂😂 as always ignore the trolls and keep doing what you’re doing xxxxxxx

[@debsmith4796]

Absolutely love your videos from Australia... i try to hold off from watching them straight away...i love the anticipation. Its always a joy to watch you both ❤

[@DesertBloomBettas]

I just want to say that I love watching your videos, and thank you for inviting all of us to have this peek into your lives. I find it so comforting and calming to see you two working hard, and enjoying life - and your humor is so inviting. Just know that you're bringing happiness to others, and we do appreciate it.

[@tinawelch3005]

you are like rich dark chocolate....well worth the wait!!

[@lindachenoweth9002]

I like what I see and hear. You are being real; you are being who you are and there are plenty of us out here just like you! Keep on keeping on.

[@FranWhorton-of5ql]

That's what we love, your spontaneity!! Never change....it's very refreshing.❤

[@jeffr2643]

I love your videos. Don't let the haters get you down

[@hazmania]

Ooh seaweed makes great compost, dig it into the soil now, or spread it on any beds you’re resting, ready for planting them next spring.

[@TheScottishIsle]

Check out this earlier episode for how we used the seaweed and some history on its use by the crofters: kzbin.info/www/bejne/omLSYoR3jd-LoMU

[@hazmania]

@@TheScottishIsle thank you, watching it right now. 🙂🌸

[@RICHANDLISA1]

Hi , really enjoying the channel. Re the constant dust. Maybe of some help. We converted an old barn with internal walls covered in lime mortar. We found using a fine water spray to spray the wall before hand helped but also to spray the air periodically as it pulls the dust down with it. But yes the dust gets everywhere and is a nightmare to live in whilst completing the renovation. Stick at it, worth it in the end !

[@TheScottishIsle]

Thank you! Kx

[@rainerinedinburgh5807]

"I repeat: Don't be repetitive!" I like it.

[@hopek59]

I like Kate's dresses i wear dresses ive ordered stuff fro the house of braur and Scotland very expensive but quality costs You 2 are sweet and matched devinly How blessed you 2 are. I looked at a few homes for sale one in sky...its expensive there as you said getting accepted to live there permanently is a obstacle. I want a place i dont have to restore thats livable with a few upgrades needed. Its the openess and beauty of scotland that attracts me soooo much heaven would describe scotland Rual open and nature georgous rich in history What a place to live what a adventure everday

[@hopek59]

Pines break so easily

[@hopek59]

Are you going to put a sealer over all the rock walls

[@hopek59]

So do the walls sweat in the heat

[@hopek59]

You 2 are very nice looking as well his humor is priceless very endearing couple you are😊 crack on

[@TheScottishIsle]

No, the walls need to 'breathe', or they'll be running with moisture. That's why you use lime instead of cement, and breathable paint rather than normal emulsion. Kx

[@deeoh3708]

wow.. loved seeing how the roots were breaking up the rock! Interesting how much power is in those roots! I liked the thingy being a balistic missile better 🤣

[@beatieswanepoel3004]

In the boat shed, next to the trailer, is that garden benches? Would look nice in front of cottage to sit and look at the sea.

[@sheek1957]

Love your zygo cactus on your table. It is what we call it in Australia. Love the content too.

[@susandickson1644]

You all are funny! My granny would always say if they are talking about you they are leaving someone else alone.😅 Just think of it as flattery, people just aren’t happy if they can’t make someone miserable. I enjoy your channel, love your antiques and your adventures on your Scottish Isle.

[@catherine3902]

You are THE most delightful couple!😊. SO hard working too. Much admiration for you both. Thank you for continuing to share your lives on the island 🏝. We have a ton of wood delivered (from our island as we are pretty much self sufficient) and know the hard work in storing it xx

[@blupoppy608]

binge watching your channel this weekend and lovin it! Always a treat watching your videos, thanks for posting

[@eavesdroppin1]

Very exciting to see that beautiful stone appear from under that plaster. I can understand your dismay at the cleanup! The skunk cabbage is a very interesting plant.

[@radiogramgramophonetoons5802]

That’s a great way of keeping warm, moving the logs twice

[@davidhamilton1189]

Never shed a skin till May's in. Lol

[@aliciahorsepool4155]

I love the bookcase it would look lovely in the cottage ☺

[@plainnpretty]

The wife and I have over 5,000 books . We love bookcases

[@loverizzato9081]

500 books makes a library. Love your videos! Thanks for the giggles!

[@philiptaylor7902]

I love the bookcase. I also have it on good authority that 2 books or more constitutes a library.

[@teristeenhuis3223]

I love the spontaneity of your vlogs, I could truly listen to you both all day hahaha. Keep up the great work. Time for me to go put the kettle on.

[@oyvindblodorn]

The hole in the stone by the fireplace could be from splitting. And maybe the stone accidentally split in a diagonal? Also, sea weed is an excellent fertiliser. :-)

[@KatyThompsonHaley]

Not to be repetitive, but YA’LL ARE HILARIOUS !! 😂

[@Laurie-z9c]

Such hard work, and then the laughter! My husband and I love watching you, so refreshing. We wish you could put one out every day. ❤

[@judymcgovern8454]

The walls will look fabulous once completely finished, all your hard work will be so worth it. Xx

[@elizabeththompson6345]

Well, that was an unexpected twist. Kinda like the Spanish Inquisition. I heard the music and was cracking up! Thank you!

[@KatyThompsonHaley]

Thanks! ❤🌿

[@TheScottishIsle]

Aw, thanks again, Katy! 🤍

[@damienk5011]

Love the "ta dah!"and isn't it beautiful! Having done similar (when many years younger) can only admire all the effort put in and the ache of the body from repetitive jar back as one keeps on "beating the lag out of the stones"! Glad that l no longer have to do the like but sincerely enjoy the memories evoked!😅And ld only wet sand to catch the fall out and brush up at the time,generator was unreliable,and budget tight then. You make all funny and you're a delightful pair.Thankyou,and l'll put the kettle on....best wishes,Julia. Brisbane, Australia 🇦🇺 ❤ 😀 🪃 ,

[@LB-gr7gu]

You are doing such a wonderful job with Moss .. So great for absorbtion..

[@mariapottery]

I know exactly what you going through, I did the same in the early 90’s, we moved every night from one room to the other, it went on for months during the winter. To restore the whole house took us 6 years. In the end, it worth it. I’ll do the same if I have to.

[@lieuwina]

Your banter is what makes me laugh to myself and it is so natural between the two of you. Have a lovely day.

[@tnareau]

Your spontaneity (sp?) and authenticity is what makes your channel...just doing life!!!

[@JohnBrough-l3w]

FYI a library has to be at least 500 books. I just googled it. Great episode as usual guys, Keep them coming. My arms are aching just watching you clean the walls. Looking forward to seeing the finished results. Now "ill go put the kettle on "

[@steveallen5087]

“Presenterinas”. Quite a thought!! 😂

[@iamshotty]

Well done with the walls, poor arms must be aching💪 Your furniture has character and it is beautiful, ignore the dumdums with no taste. Right. I’ll go put the kettle on then 😊xx Teresa 🇦🇺♥

[@rosschamberlain1823]

Another awesome video. I pace about anxiously for the next episode. Anyway, that little stone shed could be restored fairly easily. The cracks and the corners of the building could be repaired and reinforced with rebar, and a new floor of local flagstone. New roof of course. I'd say go for it, when the time is right!

[@pinkgoddess]

The ballistic missile bit 😂😂😂

[@Sag3w0man]

ha ha ha hahahahahahaha! Trail cam music! I laughed so much at the surprise!

[@megmills4798]

I head the sea in the background when you were talking about the lime

[@Ian-xl2xf]

Your washed up tube be good for a growing herbs in it next to your near the kitchen. As. You no herbs should be growing contained in a container so they don't overgrowth your land exsp mint ❤

[@girlnorthof60]

Thank you both for all your time & effort in creating what has become one of my favourite YT channels. Pat/Yukon ❤x

[@57motherbear]

I’ve always really enjoyed your videos, and they are getting better and better. Love all that you are doing.

[@deedaw9246]

The Skunk Cabbage, as we call it, grows in Florida in the US

[@nadineveitch5837]

I can't get over the number of books Scott has, I can't imagine how you'd fit them all in the space you have! Pretty cool having your own library though.

[@mikepallister3037]

I love the iron gate you guys are so lucky it’s magical

[@judyholdsworth7096]

On the contrary I think that bookcase is a beauty. I love the height and width of it. A lovely piece.

[@alwaysaheart1645]

Love the videos, you male my day ❤ Keep doing what your doing xx

[@Anita-de7xi]

You two are definitely highlights in my week. Love the humor, especially knowing not everyone understands, makes it all 10x funnier. Love what you're doing 😊. Thanks for being you!👍

[@chrisjackson9978]

Your hollow tube good for growing spuds in. Put it on the soil and put in old straw, or hay, put in your seed potatoes and earth up with compost. As the green shoots appear, earth up again and keep repeating until you reach the top. You should get a good crop from a small container.

[@tessakhalil6686]

I thought that too! Xxx

[@brendakilberg5727]

Another great video! Can't wait to see your stone walls when they are finished!

[@wildflower1335]

You most defiantly have an artistic touch Katie!

[@goossensmarianne5940]

Anotber great episode 🥰Thx ❤

[@leigh7776]

I like the bookshelf 💜😂

[@LB-gr7gu]

0:19 Always so much fun watching and listening.. and educational .. Scott 😂 and Katie 😂 PS I love old gates also

[@Stevensonchats]

WOW!! Are you using the new camera? I noticed the sharpness as soon as Katie started talking. Fantastic!

[@TheScottishIsle]

It's not arrived yet... Kx

[@Lorraine-n3c2c]

Enjoyed this episode especially the fast driving you two are so warm and friendly ❤

[@gjmiller138]

Looking forward to viewing the cottage walls when they are done Scott, why not cover up the cabin sign with something more pleasing.

[@StBridgit]

Great job on the wall! I can't imagine the dust. I've seen all sorts of methods described for cleaning stains on fireplace stones, including some really smelly methods! I'm sure you will find the right approach. Good luck!

[@patriciacolie3895]

Love you two! 😂

[@whiskeycook3323]

I’m looking forward to the fresh dandelion this spring. Love the greens in my salad n the flowers for teas

[@sidekickbob7227]

Good progress! I get tired in my arm, just by looking at you using such a heavy hammer.

[@lauraautry6992]

I love this island it is so beautiful. Also the room you were working in is so homey. ❤️🤗

[@catherinecooper2360]

And Miss Katie, Mr. Scott, where is your protective eye wear??? 'That black circle could be a planter.

[@RandallSchwed]

Try putting a box fan in the window exhausting out while you work to help with the dust. 👍

[@megmills4798]

Your christmas cactus is so pretty on table

[@barryholstine3899]

I grew up in Brackendale, BC and there was Skunk Cabbage everywhere in the spring. You need to step on the whole plant, including the flower and they smell like skunk and of course as kids we would run through the ditches stomping on every plant we could see!

[@crf9993]

Hmmm seaweed compost fantastic stuff. Dont let the sea have it all back whilst it is so close to where you need it. Yes I know you only need 72 hours a day! Oh and i think your round hole is from when they drilled and blasted the rock out of the quarry. Pipe into a crab pot.

[@TheScottishIsle]

Check out this earlier episode for how we used the seaweed and some history on its use by the crofters: kzbin.info/www/bejne/omLSYoR3jd-LoMU

[@sandfly60]

Do you see any wild highland Haggis roaming about?

[@sallywinterbourn1780]

Make the beach find into a flower pot!

[@GiGiBlogger]

My thoughts, also.

[@carolynstewart5825]

There has got to be away to use all that lovely seaweed as a composting! How far down or across do the roots of the 'Skunk' plant spread? Will they help with saving the crop that you put in? You watch, there will be gardeners everywhere hoping this plant keeps of slugs and snails too! Get ready for any inflation of orders down South of this wonderful Scottish plant. Life is often trail and error, but the sound and vision problem just makes me want even more to know what you two are thinking about doing next. I would not miss it for the world! You two make my week. I have to schedule weekly when I can sit and enjoy your company. Thank you!

[@TheScottishIsle]

Ah ha! Well, check out an earlier episode for how we use the seaweed! kzbin.info/www/bejne/omLSYoR3jd-LoMU Kx

[@stephenbassett4317]

We refurbished our own cottage several years ago so know exactly what you're going through. We smile to see Katie wearing a dress and Scott looking as if he's just left the office - get some proper working clothes - overalls and workboots!!! 😂

[@TheScottishIsle]

Not a chance! 😉 Kx

[@jenniferfarrah3134]

I’m relaxing watching you both do all the hard work , & I’m feeling so guilty , that I can’t give you a hand . The dust , but it’s looking so much better , & will look amazing when it’s finished . Brilliant episode . Thankyou for sharing . 👍😘

[@millykay_kmw]

A king tide. Remove the seaweed the never-ending job😂😂

[@rb9580]

Looks like the "Boat Shed" was modeled on the traditional hebridean barn (best example nowadays is the one at Applecross) , with its stone pillars and open sides, which allowed a covered space for drying hay or grain and for winnowing. I'm guessing the boat shed was much later, though and (like the other stone shed that you showed) built by the owners father, who clearly had an interest in traditional buildings.

[@sallywinterbourn1780]

I really enjoy seeing your precious. It's such a lovely place to live. It is a privilege to be the only people on an Island in this day and . Thanks so muvch for sharing x

[@DesertBloomBettas]

on an additional note, we have those large yellow flowering plants where I'm from! in Oregon, USA. We call them skunk cabbage because of their musky smell. They love wet boggy environments. I find them quite pretty.

[@andrewoliver5222]

I loved the moment Scott said that’s it Katie isn’t it I mean that is it Katie we’ve finished the wall 😂😂😂😂😂 Katie’s responds errrrr wellll no scottt we have one more wall to do 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bertieboo]

Just needed a bit of benny hill music when you guys were tossing the wood 😂

[@cherylshannon9276]

You need a hand cart with rubber wheels to haul that wood for storage, makes work easier, I know cause I have wood stove too

[@williamfrasermilne]

Great episode again. Good too see what you are getting up too.

[@barbrowilhelmsson5247]

That plant is invasive!

[@mikekares-b8q]

Chipping away. Looks good . my arms getting tired just watching you . Swinging a hammer all day was how I made my living . I'm an Old Man now I liked it not bad paid well .

[@BrentJJ]

Good day, good day.💚

[@beatieswanepoel3004]

Hi from Port Elizabeth, South Africa ❤