Tiny House Systems Part 1 - How to LIVE in 250 sq ft

[@rustykatt3870]

I have enjoyed re-watching this video. Hugs to both of you 😊🤗.

[@maryturton579]

I really like this video. It is very helpful. And it reminds me of years ago when due to a divorce, I found myself and 3 teenage daughters living in a one bedroom apartment. I realized that to make it work, I had to have a plan and be in control of the plan, meaning, to be consistent. I had the girls sleeping in one bunk bed -- the kind where the top mattress is a twin, and the bottom one is a double bed. In that room, each girl had a wall with a dresser and mirror and a place to plug in a curling iron. I slept in the living room on the floor on an exercise mat. Each one of us had a scheduled time in the bathroom in the morning to get ready for the day. I had to get down to the basement laundry room at 5 each morning to keep the laundry going. This went on for a year until our circumstances changed for the better, economically. The Lord was in the workings of this and helped us make it work.

[@mickthecleaner7357]

My wife and I lived in an RV for 61/2 years and boy I know about down sizing. We had a place for everything and everything had its place...I've found that even though we moved back into a house we keep living like we did in the RV. Today we live in a house (for 28 years)and I find that I still do the same things... ((smile)) We have had to down size three estates just to get back to where we were before....Some how we got it to all fit into this one house just by using this same method..... I'm retiring in April and have been down sizing again...... I guess It stuck in my head after all those years......this advise is right on and has been a good video and I'm looking forward to the next video..Thanks for sharing...

[@slbcats4]

I have followed your channel for some time. Now we are selling our huge house (empty nesters) to get out of debt. We are going to purchase an RV to live in full time. We are preppers so it is a challenge to downsize to be able to live in a smaller space. I am so thankful for these videos now that I really need them. Much love to you both.

[@ladytsadventures8033]

Bill & Elizabeth, yes you will be surprised at a lot of things we don't really need just the basics. And yes I agree very much so on how the Lord provides and takes care of us, we tend to worry sometimes when there's really no reason to worry because he has it in his hands. I have been with a physical disability the past 11 years, and my needs have almost always been met. My apartment is 497 ft, and just watching your videos I know I can do without a lot of things in here. I'm inspired now to donate or give away some items I really don't use or need. Thanks for sharing.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Lady T. Jesus has been so faithful! It's His miracle that we even have this place. It really is freeing to give away what we don't actually want or need. Then you are surrounded by the things you love the most or, at least, need the most! God bless you!

[@suncreek746]

Laundry idea: What if you put your laundry into the washing machine right away and when it gets full you just turn it on? That would eliminate your basket in your closet and you can use the space for something else. If you have colors and whites you can also use the dryer for your whites or what you choose and when your washer is done you can take the clothes out of the dryer and into the washer to wash next but you never have to use the basket int he closet. Another idea is you can keep your laundry in your sun room and keep your closet fresh and make space for something else in their like more clothes etc.

[@lizspencer605]

You have a wonderful voice. So calm and soothing. Thanks for doing this series. I'm planning a tiny house and appreciate the tips!

[@FidoHouse]

Your presentation is a good reality check - for example, too many things in my fridge have become science experiments. Thank you for grounding us.

[@RV-there-Yet]

Wonderful idea for a series! Excellent information and I can really appreciate how you have honored both the practical, necessary side of living small and also manage to incorporate the things that bring you joy, such as your pottery and other special pieces~ just lovely all around Elizabeth:) I continue to be awed by the adaptations and handiwork Bill has managed, truly skillful and creative~very well done folks! Thank you for inviting us all in and sharing your life. God's continued blessings on your efforts and your home~ Samantha in AZ

[@vanessashimoni6548]

You have done such an amazing job in creating your lovely home.

[@thedesertmisfit]

Such a good point, oddly enough I was just telling my husband this evening while watching TV (tiny houses were featured) that I would love to see a Tiny House that has been lived in and not just 'staged'.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Well, out tiny house is definitely live in, LOL.

[@imaoky4440]

Thank you for sharing :-) look forward to more. Have a blessed week.

[@3dee559]

I have spent most of my day watching your videos thanks guys..God Bless

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed them.

[@odahithedubious2017]

Thank you for sharing these videos with us. You have such a sweet and pleasant voice, and your knowledge and positive attitude shine through. You're both giving me a lot of wonderful ideas and motivation. Mrs. O and I send our best, and God Bless.

[@joemartra4825]

Love your House Systems Part 1 & 2 videos, great Information! Thanks!

[@rickjobs638]

Thanks for the video. We are working on being debt free. I think people would love life more if they lived well in their means .

[@Storygram8]

Excellent ideas, even for those of us who are still 'downsizing'! Thank you for thinking of it and sharing, very motivating, as I sort through belongings and realize that I don't need so much. Focusing in on what we really use and then what our extra blessings might be makes so much sense. I'm not sure I could live without a washer/dryer either.... have to work on maybe giving up the bathtub for a shower..... I've always preferred baths!

[@likeablebear2392]

Thank you for making the distinction between minimalism and living simply.

[@PollyGammy]

Hi! I’m a brand new sub, probably not the type you’re used to. I’m a non believer, who lives in a large house, but believe it or not, we have almost all of the same outlooks. I really enjoy watching you and Bill and think you both are very sweet, kind people. I’m so sorry about your mom, and hope you feel better soon. 😀

[@tcschmidt3998]

Thank you for the information. I recently learned to use what I have. I am interested in tiny house living and I find your videos interesting,informative and fun. Happy Easter to you both.

[@jrineck]

Love this! Thank you so much for sharing all this. I can't wait for the next one!

[@DaliwolfBacon]

Thanks for making this video! I have been thinking about moving from a 1600 sq foot house into a tiny house and this really gave me some things to think about. Thanks for sharing your experience and journey.

[@32czarnecki]

You are such a kind humble woman. Thank you for your and your husbands work in doing these videos. My hubby and I just came across your channel yesterday. We have been thinking about selling our home and having an estate sale and living out of a camper, going to warmer weather during winter if possible.. we too want to get out of debt but also be prepared for the end times as we believe we are in the beginning of the tribulation. again, thank you!

[@allymichael4836]

With your husband's skills, I bet he could turn the sunroom into an all season room with a wood stove and window AC unit if you really need it.

[@tholbrook5]

thanks for this I so look forward to your insight and wisdom God bless

[@2avanman391]

Thank you for taking the time to do this video.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Me&myRv Thank you!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

In the northeast

[@pilialoha8164]

My life in a van ii

[@livhonestly]

I know you survive on Thrive, but if you like making salads, I have an idea about how to store lettuce. I put the romaine in plastic shopping bag and then I put it in the refrigerator and it's good for weeks. The ones you get at the register. I am really enjoying these videos. I rent a home with three roommates and I am trying to learn not to clutter my spaces. You are helping me alot, Thanks TinyHousePrepper !

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

We like a lot of salads, and that's something Thrive does not do real well. You can make a fresh salad (except for the lettuce) with Thrive, but usually we go buy fresh stuff when we want a salad.

[@wendyburston3132]

Watching in 2022. Praying for you to get better Elizabeth. Wow, this is really good! I think as a couple it would be important to be in agreement with the menu making. We tend to eat out or do random shopping even after I have decided what the meals are. That's where the freezer comes in handy. Unfortunately, when it happened too often it becomes a juggling act. Thanks for the encouragement to be less wasteful. I'm working on it!👍

[@livilou6165]

Elizabeth I could listen to you talk all day, you seem like one of the sweetest people, your voice seems so calming to listen to. Do ya'll plan on living there for a long time or forever, love to here more about your family, love all of your videos.

[@greyscout50]

have really come to appreciate you vital,talented, loving folks and all the work, planning and wisdom you are incorporating into your videos. there's a line that Jim Garner's character says in the movie "the ultimate gift"..he says," you haven't really lived until you've gone completely BROKE 3 or 4 times". I've found that to be true as well. bless you guys, and thank you.

[@missreg333]

Thank you for your words of wisdom. ...In this economy my dollar does not buy what it used to...That said, I need to make a commitment to God who provides that I will not waste food. I am not in a tiny home but have toyed with the idea for several years. .But I work many hours and have commitments that get in the way of the best intentions to cook and eat healthy. I have learned a lot from you both. The Lord has told me for years to simplify and be mobile. It is never too late. He has such patience!

[@RV-there-Yet]

+Regina Palmer Indeed Regina~I thank Him all the time for His patience with me!

[@francinerollin2769]

Hi Elizabeth and Bill, Happy Easter and I hope you are having a good day. Thank you for sharing your knowledge on small space living, It is nice to know that it is doable. Looking forward to see the next video part 2? Elisabeth will you do more cooking videos it is so nice to see you cook with the Thrive food it look so easy? Have a great evening.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Francine Rollin Thanks, there's another Cooking with Thrive video coming soon.

[@peggy1046]

Fabulous video. So informative and helpful. More please. Tremendous!

[@charlottemacgregor5061]

I love how you have everything organised. I live in a small bungalow so don’t have much room for storage either.

[@TSunshineful]

More of us should live like you do...and not by necessity. I have more space than you do and still can't find places to put things. So this has been very beneficial to me. I am enjoying the THRIVE foods thanks to your link. OOPS, don't see your link now. Perhaps you should put it there again?

[@daniel_8181]

The space is small but you made it cosy and workable ...well done guys!

[@susanrogers2073]

A very informative video! Ty for sharing...

[@patriciashoemaker3288]

I so enjoy your videos. Thank you for your insight.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Patricia Shoemaker Thank you so much.

[@patmaier6917]

Very informative.

[@patriciarandolph3760]

Just subscribed recently and I am so enjoying your videos! Thanks for letting us see how you are living, it is super interesting and is giving me tons of ideas! You have a new dedicated fan - I hope your series continues for a long time!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Glad you're enjoying it!

[@fannygitchyurgunspiritwind384]

Wonderful! Looking forward to more of this series - luv it!

[@p.sherman3158]

Nobody in my family could fit in that shower. Bless you 🙏🏻

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

It’s a standard size tub/shower.

[@Grizz270]

thank you very much for shareing your lives with us on youtube we are looking forward to the rest of this series

[@RinaArlingMedia]

Inspiring, Thank you for sharing your ideas of small space living.

[@ladyking2133]

Hi You mentioned food going "wilty" I have fund. If you use those plastic bags that you put veggies in at the store or even the plastic shopping bags are great also. So you put your veggies in then make a little space and blow into the bag then seal it. You will not believe how your carbon dioxide keeps food fresh even Cilantro with a cup in a little water lasts me 2 weeks, which is amazing. Als for some reason I've fund if you put meats in plastic ziplock, remove air, then wrap in two plastic grocery bags it doesn't freezer burn. Just some Hacks for yall. Happy Trails.

[@chefevilee9566]

Well since you’ll be cooking thrive life soup in your crockpot on top of the stove. In addition to the heater. You could put your dirty clothes in the oven for storage 😂😂😂😂😂 Well it is apparent that you have the gift of teaching from your Bible study videos. And now your gift of wisdom is showing out!

[@beverlysyferd1293]

Happy Easter Bill & Elizabeth.. Eagerly awaiting your next video Elizabeth.

[@Cyndi59]

Thank you so much for sharing.

[@notenoughprepping]

Thanks,great info for sure.

[@BLAZE5417]

Thanks for the video. Happpy Easter

[@coffeelover5004]

Hi Elizabet. Great video. I'm sorry to hear you had a stroke. Just wondering if you might do a video about your stroke sometime in the future, e.g. symptoms, after effects etc. ? It might help some people. I have a family member with a balance issue that may or maynot have been caused by a mini stroke, I would love to hear your experience, but will understand fully if you would rather keep the details private.

[@scratchmadehomestead9343]

What if you put dirty clothes directly into washer to hold until get full load. No need for hamper.

[@gotsughuchi]

Thank you very much, happy easter

[@juliagriffiths5660]

gotsughuchi

[@nancyvelvetrose5432]

Thanks for the tips.

[@mar9267]

Keep up the good work!

[@theaddictedprepper902]

Looking forward to seeing more about the tiny house systems. I'm so ready to be in a tiny house, but can't come to terms with not having room for my preps. The "stuff" I am ready to let go of, but the loss of storage space for long term preps is a huge concern. Also, where do you keep the litter pan? :-)

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Addicted Prepper Part 2 (coming very soon) addresses the litter pan. Also, we'll be doing videos soon on how to find room for prepping.

[@michaeltodd813]

Do you make your own cleaning and laundry detergents? If not there's lots of web sights that show you how.

[@perkii4739]

Thnx for sharing your personal life styles. in regards to the cubic., would the grizzly suite you all better?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Gary Perkins It might. In fact, Cubic is sending me a Grizzly because they want me to do a comparison video. (I guess I've sent them a lot of business) I'm really excited about getting it.

[@HomesteadTessie]

love it!!

[@Ringy-Dingy]

Elisabeth, you're so cute, lol, I just love you. ❤ God bless

[@taniaezell8898]

I am new at living in a camper trailer. I have a 40 amp box. What will I have to change in order to put a stackable washer and dryer in my camper. What all did you have to do to accomplish the stackable washer and dryer as well as dish washer. Oh and where do they sale stackable washer and dryers these days. Here in NC I find them very hard to find in any appliance stores.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

We upgraded the 40 amp to 100 amp service so that we could add washer/dryer, dishwasher, A/C, and electric baseboard heat as backup for when we don't use the woodstove. You should probably talk to an electrician to find out what would be necessary in your situation. We got our stackable washer/dryer at Lowes.

[@doramather4729]

amazon sells trailer camper combo washer-dryer ventless

[@LarryRichelli]

Please read the book "how not to die" by dr greger. You will learn how to get healthy and free yourself from the worry of further strokes. Please check into it.

[@McMasterEliz]

Larry Richelli I just finished reading this book and watching his video "uprooting the causes of disease.". Very good as is the related website www.nutritionfacts.org . His advice can reduce health/illness costs.

[@simplylivinghomestead8282]

Do you have storage space below the home? I am thinking, with my future tiny home, that I am going to add a storage compartment (closet) below the home, making it water and pest proof. There I will store seasonal things in tubs, such as winter wear, blankets, and any extra cookware/dishes needed to cook for company. Basically a storage shed...lol

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Janice Hartenhoff It's too wet under there. We have no storage there. We have a small shed that I am planning to raze so that I can build a much larger one. I will be doing that this summer;.

[@citizen8933]

Got rid of my microwave in 2008 and don't miss it in the least. I have limited counter space and that made a world of difference.

[@stevenduval5374]

I love your videos! My brother and I are looking at possibly purchasing a mobile home, which is a little bigger than yours, but probably as old as yours... I try not to care what others think of the way I live, but my question is... Have you ever come across anyone who looked down on your home or lifestyle and if so, how did you respond? God Bless you both!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

The only people who have ever looked down on us are You Tube trolls, LOL, who don't know us or our situation. We've had many trolls call us white trailer trash. I just delete them and go on without a thought. Most people, when they discover that we are debt free, are envious of that. There is a HUGE segment of society who are discovering that bigger is NOT better, and that the tiny life is simpler and freer. That's why the growth in the tiny house movement all over the country. Don't worry about others, Do what's right for YOU. We have gained so much financial freedom and stress relief that, instead of worrying about what others think of me, I feel sorry for THEM - still being stuck in the rat race and carrying all that debt and stress. NO THANK YOU!

[@hannahhaws6853]

You might really use sink covers. They are great to expand your counter space.

[@GreeneyedkittyNAllie]

I feel clausterphobic in my 968 sq ft " tiny condo" I have a dishwasher and a washer, but no room for a proper dryer because of the sit up of the laundry room. So I had to make space for my laundry racks.

[@perkii4739]

with the two stoves you may be able to heat your sun porch.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Gary Perkins I've been thinking about that. It's not insulated at all, and would be very hard to do. But even without insulation, a wood stove out there could make cool spring and fall evenings very nice.

[@buddyphelps9692]

what kind of a shower unit do you have, i am building a tiny house and need a small shower unit, thank you

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Buddy Phelps We have a standard tub with a standard shower nozzle up on the wall, just like a "big" house. That's the way this RV was originally built. And we were thrilled with that. We left it just like it was.

[@buddyphelps9692]

thanks for the kind reply, i enjoy your video's

[@robinbarrett8708]

love that kiss you told us about ... wisdom in that.

[@GreeneyedkittyNAllie]

Are clothes lines allowed where you live?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I actually don't know. I should find out! 😊

[@ginawhittaker2585]

I’m new to this channel but I thought you have the thrive food if something happens and you need food, but it seems like you eat it now. Why would you eat that instead of fresh food, is it just convenient if you don’t have something on hand.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Thrive Life food is great for long-term storage because of the 25 year shelf life. But it is also GREAT for daily use! It is more nutritious than grocery store "fresh" produce. It is more convenient to use. It eliminates spoilage waste (the average household throws away 25% of the food they buy because of spoilage), and many other benefits to daily use. We use Thrive Life food in about 60-70% of our daily cooking, and have for years. We love it!

[@ginawhittaker2585]

Tinyhouse Prepper That’s great, I never heard of it. Thank you Elizabeth for the info. Love your channel!

[@ginawhittaker2585]

Tinyhouse Prepper I wanted to ask you I get a lot of your older videos, have you made any videos recently?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Gina Whittaker Yes! We make 3-4 videos per week. Every week! And have done so for several years. Are you subscribed so you get notified of our new videos?

[@sharene411]

What is THRIVE ?? A brand of food or ? Something else to buy to have on hand incase of emergency is what it seems to be.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

+Sharene Pomnitz Thrive is a brand of freeze dried food that we use for long term storage. But we also use it EVERY DAY. It's wonderful stuff. We have a whole series of videos about it on our channel. Go to our main page for our channel and you'll see the videos.

[@sharene411]

I knew it was something to buy. There is always something more to buy. :) I'll check it out. Thanks.

[@grateful1929]

I am just curious why y'all each do your own laundry😊

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I had to do my own when I was in the army stationed in Korea without Elizabeth for a year. I just got into the habit of doing my own, and I've been doing it ever since (about 25 years), even though Elizabeth is willing to do it for me.

[@grateful1929]

Tinyhouse You're a good man. She's a good woman😊 Someone said you're her Superman! That's so sweet!! I believe his sweetheart was Lois Lane. Right? So now y'all have new nicknames! Superman and Lois💞

[@patmaier6917]

Why not!

[@Linda-qb6dc]

Question for the tiny house people: Do you plan to live in your tiny house 4ever, or are you two planning on upgrading into a home with more space ?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

This is our forever home. We are debt free, and we will NEVER have another mortgage.

[@wynnkidsnannylorivance4111]

Boy, Leo the kitty sure looks neglected and underfed! lolz! poor kitty, a shame nobody loves him. Ain't it just? (insert an eye roll) hehehe

[@mitzybusey9484]

Prudent woman is from the Lord

[@karenbrandenberger517]

You have to make it every day just like being married or having any relationship. Wasting is not very good and is very expensive.

[@doramather4729]

DO you read people suggestions, several of your viewers have suggest a butcher block on one of your sinks to provide you with more counter space. we all care and this will be a big change to your small kitchen. PLEASE, PLEASE READ **********

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

We have gotten this suggestion HUNDREDS of times over the past several years. So much so that I have stopped responding to it. I’m not sure if you understand what it’s like to have to answer the same suggestion over and over again... for years! Even if we did a video about it, within a month that video would be buried, and the same suggestion would continue coming in. Don’t get me wrong, we appreciate the suggestions. But a cover over the sink is just not something that either one of us are interested in doing. 😀 But as long as we DON’T have one, that same suggestion will keep coming in... hundreds of times more!