What Do You Need To Start a Homestead? | Essential Tools

[@debfryer2437]

The only thing I would have added is the maintenance of tools. Putting them back in the same place, not leaving them strewn about the property to rust, cleaning, sharpening and oiling.

[@achsahkaleb4844]

Brilliant videos. I am 57 year old South African woman moving to a rural area in the Eastern Cape. I have build 3 houses literally with my own hand on a plot in Centurion. Your videos I am using to educate my grand sons, to know what they are in for when we get to our farm. So glad your videos popped up today. subscribing immediately. Thank you, you are a very good teacher. God bless

[@nance1111]

Moss Dog for the win! The way he looks at you and wags his tail says it all. He's a really great companion.

[@Tsuchimursu]

I saved about a hundred steel drinking cups from a school slated for demolishing. Drilled some holes in the bottoms and I now have seedling pots for decades to come... No more plastic starters needed.

[@rabenhexe964]

It feels like if it was yesterday that you first started with this journey. It's crazy how fast time has passed. It's incredible to see how far you've come since then.

[@LoheRatsanik]

In Baltics we use tarps to carry all kinds of stuff. Some of them have handles on the sides and others don't. But they are really essential when cleaning up branches from storm debris/cut brush, grass/hay and leaves in autumn etc. You can rake the grass right onto it and drag it to the next hay pile for example. Also makes for a fun ride for the kids

[@the_bohemian_drifter]

Having a bad morning, get notification that Mossy Bottom has posted, watch video, instant morning improvement! 🤗

[@BenMoranFilms]

I am so profoundly jealous of how beautiful your land looks in this video. There can't be many gardens in Ireland more beautiful than yours.

[@veran.8661]

I love the friendship between you and Moss. He adores you and it's obvious. 💚

[@janhemmer8181]

Tip for splitting tough wood! When your axe is stuck with the first blow, lift the two, flip it 180 degrees and land the axe on the back of the head, so the inertia of the whole mass of wood can be used to split.

[@ralphturner3798]

To me, the most interesting this in this video is seeing the wood work you've done in the stone cottage. Nice

[@Contemplative_extrovert]

I love that background of solid wood and stone and sheltering space. Yay.

[@Memawsvintagejunk]

Danial,fellow Gardner here,to take seedlings out of module trays try using pencil or dowel to push up from bottom,less stress on tender roots and saves on trays.

[@ibrstellar1080]

Toilet loo rolls work a treat aswell.

[@thepandaman]

@@ibrstellar1080 We'd have to start pooping a lot more to keep up with demand.

[@robinsouth8555]

Oh my! We need an updated tour of your grainery, that was a big tease, just showing a glimpse.

[@Nissehultan]

I think maybe one thing you forgot to mention is that maybe it's important to have your cell phone on you at all times especially if you live alone and on rural place. if an accident happens and your cellphone is far away. you might end up dead in a worst case scenario.

[@gillbennett9784]

I agree. I have mobility problems so always have mine with me outside in case I fall and need help.

[@2learn4ever]

Absolutely right, as my farmer brother-in-law discovered when he was out in the fields and was kicked by a horse, he was unconscious for a while but managed to ring for help when he came to.

[@em945]

I am not a fan of mobile phones, but after moving alone to my family's small cattle farm, a nearby neighbour, who is a Police officer, basically begged me to carry it for emergency calls. He said one of the more common situations he visited over his years was where a farmer had been randomly injured and not found till next day or so. Even our very very tame animals do strange things. It's also good to take photos of various things. I have sadly lost a few of phones in troughs and river. Whoops.

[@TheMrsnikkisixx]

Awww Moss defintitely deserved that No 1 spot!! Gorgeous boy!! Absolutely love your videos Daniel, you've inspired me to start somewhat of a transition of my own in a similar direction. Thank you!!

[@sergehorion7155]

Well… I am halfway there, I already have the (good) dog! 😂 Thank you to share your experience. Nothing surprising but evidences are better when said aloud.

[@tomg1247]

You made my day! I was so hoping Moss would be number one on the list! You could see he thought so too when you were trying to show off the wellies, and he didn't want you to forget him.

[@judisutherland8051]

My KZbin interests have just fused into one. Mossy Bottom recommends the great Bernadette Banner!

[@amrass08]

Great video! Thank you for mentioning ear and eye protection! As an audiologist, a large part of my practice is helping people who have suffered noise-induced hearing loss from years of construction or factory work. Those power tools will affect your hearing over time!

[@jacksg1809]

Everything has popped there ,look how green it all is . Mr cockerel 🐓 checking in is lovely 🥰 hope Ur all well and I know Ur happy 🙂

[@DianeD862]

Thank goodness for Mossy Bottom being going through a terrible time at the moment so will watch on later it really helps my anxiety moments ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

[@terrencecoughlan1502]

Daniel The long handled shovel (Irish shovel) is a superb tool when you need to move soil, aggregate etc and believe me once you’ve used one you will never use the shovel you use presently.

[@patdaniels9662]

Messaging from the U.S.! I have so enjoyed your videos! They are so inspiring and full of great info even for those not on a farm I'm so proud of you! We are going to make our first trip to Ireland later this summer.....can't wait! God bless you!

[@bergannon6585]

The scenery on Ireland's west coast is wild and rugged, music for the soul. Hope you have a wonderful visit. ☘️🌷☘️

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

My first thought was Moss being your best 'tool'. My goodness what an amazing friend and co worker he is. 💖

[@SamWest96]

When 2 of my interests collide - historical clothing and homesteads. I love Bernadette Banner's KZbin account 😊

[@SeanMMcCormack]

Daniel, your place is looking very tidy - nice work! Thanks for keeping us informed of your methods and progress.

[@skyval6359]

I don't have words for how nice and pleasant your videos are , I love them so much , thank you .

[@tamiwithani]

The inclusion of Moss is adorable. Very great video! 🌱

[@kristinebailey6554]

Duct tapes original use is for ductwork in homes. It quickly seals the sheet metal joints. Which is why it's called duct tape. I sold hand and power tools as a career and agree 100 % on the miter saw. The one power tool I wouldn't want to be without. fast and much safer than most saws.

[@Contemplative_extrovert]

I loved seeing the inside of the stone building with new wood going up as the restoration progresses. That's what I am waiting for. I'm waiting to see a chair placed in front of the fireplace with a roaring fire.

[@twiggyvlogs6441]

Omg the multitool is always the answer. Even when you're not quite sure what the question was.

[@Sgsportbit]

I knew you had to mention Moss at some point!

[@OrtoInScatola]

Highly recommend the trays made by the company where Charles Dowding makes his… they are not as big as yours but you can literally walk on them as sturdy as they are.

[@dallassukerkin6878]

When worlds collide :). Skill Share slot featuring the enchanting Ms. Banner, another of my KZbin favourites :)

[@jillychandler]

thank goodness your eye was ok again, after the splinter in it! How precious is our eye sight, especially when you are living on your own. I love the way you have lived, and placed such a light footprint on this wonderful world of ours. You are a true inspiration to us all, and thank you for your latest vid. Love and Blessings to you and Moss from sunny Devon. xxx

[@yvesberube6067]

Yes indeed, that love hate relation with seed trays. This season after some serious research I invested in soil blockers. Not so expensive, a bit fussy, but they worked great for me! Not only that they don’t create landfill like the plastic trays. … and by the way … you wouldn’t happen to have all of my husbands left hand gloves in that basket of yours? 🤨 … Brenda & Yves 🇨🇦

[@jjudy5869]

Yup on your tool list. But I would advise upping your bucket game to rubber buckets. No splitting or cracking when they freeze. I switched to them after the first winter with my small menagerie trying to keep them in water. The rubber food bowls were great too.

[@sanatandharma4435]

Totally agree on the wellie part. I worked on a nature reserve in walking boots as I was told. The thorns ruined them whilst I was strimming. The next job was pulling in the cut reeds from the lake, I bought wellies the next day!!!

[@dawnludlam2882]

i've followed you for years, and now have an acreage in Southland NZ. Your advice is very relevant and you are always coming up with helpful tips.looking to follow your vegetable bed layout. and have just repurposed two old hoop house frames to make a chicken aviary.

[@b.b_is_here5810]

Awh NZ what a dream place to own a land in. Lucky duck😊

[@facelessdrone]

Thats beautiful, I cant wait till I can join the "me too!" Train. What a wonderful life!!

[@MCE851]

@@b.b_is_here5810 yeah it's not as lovely as how we are portrayed in the media. Its ridiculously expensive, poor quality of life, and the gov thinks land seizure is no big deal. Dont believe the hype.

[@knittingnana2939]

Duct tape was actually created to join metal ducts together, hence the name. Also, we here in the u s call a mole wrench vice grips.

[@eamonhannon1103]

Same here is Ireland we call it a vice grips . Never heard it being called a mole wrench before

[@ashjp01]

Your Smallholding is looking amazing 🤩 I can’t wait for the cottage move in day at some point in the far future but the work you have done so far is amazing

[@suchetadutta1570]

Hello, Welcome to you too... So happy to see you. 🤗🤗🤗 After so much time .. MOSS💙💙💙💛💛💛

[@LoremIpsum1970]

Duct tape was originally used to waterproof seal ammo boxes in WWII, so read somewhere. As for buckets, I got sick of splits and breakages so made the inversment in Red Gorilla tyre rubber super 3 rubber buckets, not cheap but build like a brick out house...

[@alilonghair7792]

Duct tape also seems to have become an essential part of the first aid kit... It sticks better than plasters 😀

[@DianeD862]

And a beautiful wonderful channel to watch Irish as well.There’s Tim and Sandra as well Called Way out West.We just love Ireland so much.We’re happy when we come to Ireland 🇮🇪.So Good Luck 🤞.

[@ggonabudget6283]

I cleared a .5 of an hectare and I bought most of the cultivation tools mentioned in this video. They didn't come cheap but definitely good investment. It's my dream to own my own wheelbarrow 😅. I already have water source and a small nipa hut. I planted grafted fruit bearing trees. I pray and hope that I will be able to build a small house. I have a house not far from the property but I want to be able to live a more simple and sustainable life. I love your videos and it keeps me motivated and inspired. Greetings from the Philippines.

[@peterpeterking1]

buckets in the 70's/80's were strong and flexible, now all plastics shatter if you so much as sneeze near them, why is this i wonder

[@dulciemargaretcolton145]

Thanku for chat about good tools for garden. Lovely to see Moss with you. Also to see progress in the cottage. Take care both

[@edcox6784]

Daniel, I've always enjoyed your videos. I've watcher them all, first one I saw was you and Moss bog mushing. From Mr. Wade and I in Oregon, USA keep up the good work. It's been an inspiration to me for my little 100 yo wood frame house, even though I live in a city. Have a great and wonderful day.

[@marirose19]

Hahaha! Literally laughed out loud BTW at 11:20 or so. Daniel: I’ve found there’s nothing I can’t screw with a good drill. Why does that sound so wrong (Sly chuckle)?….

[@UrdnotChuckles]

Could probably just use toilet paper tubes or cut down sections of longer cardboard tubes for seedlings. That way you can keep them all organized in a firmer tray of whatever size you like, and they're biodegradable in a pinch.

[@ashc9437]

I bought an Azada many years ago and found it the best tool for removing turf and digging, very popular in Asia and very strong and cheap. Less back ache as well.

[@johndromey5641]

what a beautiful job you have done with your place excellent video. Thanks for all the tips and advice.

[@Immortal_Hunter]

Moss is the best. God bless for the two of you and your beautiful home. 🙂

[@englishcountrywalks4613]

Wow, 6 years!!!!!😳 Your videos are and have always been so informative!! Thanks for sharing your time with us. 🍻Cheers to the next 6 years!!!

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

I'm with you all the way with your essential lists. I've a few more items on mine but only because it's a different set up with a dairy too. So I need a generator for power back up. I always have a knife on the belt, torches and baling twine.

[@catsandstuff29]

I REALLY like your camera persona. You don't mince, repeat or fluff your words. Your point is made succinctly and with knowledge. Thank you for creating educational, simple and easy to follow videos. Best of luck to you and your small holding for the future, from England.

[@teevans8370]

Been following you for over a year since I started hatching my plan to move to Ireland. I'm now 8 weeks in Roscommon and loving it! Pleased to say we brought most of these tools with us - or realised we needed them within the first two weeks of being here!

[@suzannebazeghi5698]

Hi mossy you have a lot inside happiness in you who inspier people who can start with small homestead thanks for sharing.

[@angelatillman4323]

Looking forward to watching this one! I think you've done fantastic over 6yrs! The fact that you never gave up on your dream says alot!

[@suzannebaker4586]

Yes! Back to your small piece of earth. My favorite! I know you work so hard on so many things, just have my hopes up of seeing the cottage some day!

[@ivans3806]

25:26 - in multiple wood-splitting videos on KZbin, I've seen this advise - use old car/motorcycle tire to put your log in while splitting. It will prevent the split parts dropping all over, saving tons of energy on bowing down to pick them up.

[@michaeloconnor9809]

Better still, place uncut logs in tyre in wheelbarrow and split therein. Then another tyre on top to repeat. Plastic bodied wheelbarrow not recommended.

[@Yosef_Morrison]

Better still, especially if you live off of firewood for all your heating, buy a log splitter. They are not that expensive.

[@dottiebaker6623]

A great and complete list of useful objects to have on a smallholding - and I completely agree with the last two. The Blue Ridge Mts. of North Carolina are actually considered a rain forest, so wellies are a must for walking anywhere except your driveway. And a large and loyal dog keeps all critters at a civilized distance. How old is Moss now? He seems to have slowed down considerably since I last watched a video from Mossy Bottom.... which is looking great, BTW. Best wishes to the both of you!

[@cerridwenrowan]

Totally agree with your priorities ☺️

[@nataliebutler]

Moss loves you so much! 🐶💕

[@jamesbraniff7834]

A very successful person, all the best.

[@rustedoakhomestead]

I feel your pain on the Houdini tape measures that always manage to escape

[@carinlyons9507]

So gratifying as a viewer to see how far you have come and your willingness to share all you have learned in the process. Your smallholding looks so lush! Looking forward to future videos.

[@vapoureyes]

Enjoyed your video at a time when feeling low , agree totally with your most important tool Mossey , I have a border collie also and he is like the son I never had .

[@PatientFarmer]

Look into rubber buckets! They're a bit heavier but they last forever! We used them for horse water

[@thepandaman]

Man, this one just consolidated my view that you definitely walk the talk :) I'd agree with the whole list - although I'll admit a multi-tool cutter is not in my collection of saws...yet! As for things I might add if you haven't considered, but that I find useful on our smallholding - a digging hoe ("Azada"). I use it for digging trenches and earthing up in the garden, and for leveling ground elsewhere. I also like to carry a 2m folding ruler, as I find it easier to lay it on the bed and stay still when spacing crops. At 6'2", I like a long-handled spade as well as fork, and swapped out the original D-handle on my favourite one. Oh, and I like my wide-brimmed Tilley hat. Might not be the height of fashion, but come rain or shine it's on the head.

[@susanneward7029]

Have you ever tried using soil blockers? They require no plastic trays or pots.

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

Wow, homesteading looks so exciting, rewarding and also a lot of work. I’d love to live this way. Right now it’s not a possibility so I’m making the most of my urban backyard garden. I’ve really enjoyed watching everything grow and documenting the growth in my videos. I Love to film the bunnies and birds in action. I’m learning so much from you and other KZbinrs. I hope we can learn more from each other! I wish you an abundant harvest! 🌼🌻🐝☀️🌸🌺

[@Paradisetrader]

Yes ! I always suspected that Moss was the real star of Mossy Bottom. PS That makes you Daniel, Bottom then !! EE AW

[@Curious859]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! You’re a true inspiration and your videos always make me smile. This video came right on time as I’m learning to garden, and try my best to be more self sufficient.

[@NikCan66]

this is another great vlog yet again and gives a lot of information for the people that want to return to more wholesome life.

[@ingridgilbert4917]

I'd be interested in more detail on the wireless sim card arrangement, if you run out of ideas for the next one.

[@karenleemallonee684]

I always have a smile on my face when I see you have a new video out! I love listening to everything you talk about, I think deep down I would want to live as you do, but I really doubt I could do it. Day dreaming I suppose. Please give Moss a squeeze for me, I'm glad to hear you say he is most important!!! 🌼

[@christinewade7438]

Hah Karenlee, I’ve just realised I too am reading this with a smile on my face. It’s probably there since Moss made it to number one on the list. Daniel, your posts brighten my day.

[@tonywood260]

Love your videos Mr Bottom.

[@carolynellis387]

Haven't tuned in for awhile but the granary looks fantastic You certainly are making everything look really beautiful. So glad Mossy made No 1 spot well deserved "tool"

[@jeandonnelly1461]

I really enjoyed this video Daniel, as it showed how much the homestead has matured over the winter, BUT I am really concerned that you may have left yourself exposed to thieves now that you have revealed how much equipment you have on-site. I hope it is all well secured. Lovely to see the homestead again and you looking so content and well.

[@amberforsey5187]

You're little piece if Paradise is coming along so beautifully.

[@sophie.saunders]

Another fabulous video. Well done Moss for being No.1!

[@PatientFarmer]

Mole wrench! ❤ I call it a vice grip & it's my go to for anything!

[@Budinky]

Yay, hope all is well ☺️ thanks for some of the most relaxing videos on KZbin 👍

[@2learn4ever]

You have an amazing amount of knowledge and experience for one so young. My hubby would love to play with some of your toys, pity he has zero interest in DIY! :-D I, on the other hand, have plenty of interest in DIY but at my age, I doubt I’d even be able to lift one of your toys!! By the way your videos are so professional now, is there anything you can’t do!!?

[@catherineregan6847]

Hi Daniel, great to see your new video today. Fantastic advice as usual. You are the best.

[@geanawattiebhajan120]

So much educational material, tips and necessities you shared in this video.Thanks a lot for all the info

[@jdwilsun]

You are a super wonderful inspiration. Thank you so much!

[@kessiedd]

Thanks for all the great videos. We’ve just bought a house in Westmeath and I’ll be copying a lot of your stuff! So thank you man 🙏

[@jacksg1809]

No 1 tool ...Moss I bet u call him a tool sometimes 😂 Great content again Daniel well done to u 6 years I remember the beginning 🙂

[@garry8390]

Lidl does a Parkside 4 in 1 tool.... If you see one on sale buy it they are awesome. Best €80 I've ever spent on a tool

[@jackmaddesty]

If you only new how good it feels to watch a video like this without shitty, annoying background music while talking…❤️ Thank you

[@aprilriordan8202]

Everything is looking lovely and lush Daniel , love the glimpse of the granary we got , it looks amazing 😃

[@SweetJasamine]

Well I can say with pride that I already have the wellies and the bucket! Brilliant video and thanks for taking the time to film and list everything, so very helpful. When I have my land I think a dog will be top of my list too. Do farmers in Eire sell farm dogs these days? I remember many moons ago being given a Collie pup from my uncle's farm in Co. Down. Loved that dog to bits.

[@moniquem783]

Have you looked into soil blocks rather than the modular trays? I’m thinking it’ll be the way to go for me, as long as I can get the knack of it. The soil blocker doodad is a bit expensive to buy where I am, but I think it will pay for itself pretty quickly, plus no more plastic is pretty much priceless. Fabulous video. A few things I hadn’t thought of so will add them to my list. I’m hoping to buy my homestead in the next month or so, and be moved and settled in well before spring. Checking real estate listings daily so as soon as the right one comes up I can go for it. Exciting!

[@danbarnes6751]

Superb list, the brain and keeping the body working, yes! Everyone will have their own opinions, but can I add, a mattock, got one this spring and my god my back thanks me for it! After 10 years in Perthshire what a bit of kit.

[@mrsm382]

Thank you, Daniel. So grateful. Greetings from NZ.

[@jacquesrosondil]

I’d love to see more everyday toiling. It may be that you’ve purposefully moved away from that in which case I appreciate your choice.

[@guyemmott4009]

Daniel, Many of us still hoping to see Part 2 of the cabin build... Coming soon..??

[@ecocentrichomestead6783]

In Canada we call the mole wrench "Vise grips". Because of the need for firewood, Chainsaw and ATV are the two needs I can't see the avoiding petro with.