I’m starting the first living room build! (Story 77)

[@zettie555]

Hi Rosie, New to your channel. Just wanted to say I love watching a woman who is highly intelligent, self motivated, determind, gentle, creative, can handle a power tool and brave enough to follow her dreams of creating a life in a foreign country all on her own. Inspiring people in ones life is such a beautiful act.

[@andreasborn2686]

Agreed, yet that strong woman apparently feels compelled to constantly use thumbnails with low cut/short dresses although she never wears such clothes in the videos. I bet the majority of viewers is male and the whole thing weirdly confirms stereotypes rather than to undo them.

[@joeb4142]

One other quality I’ll mention: She’s so darned _interesting!_

[@SarBearSnap]

Hi Rosie, I am a mature student in the final semester of a Psychology undergrad in Ireland and I wanted to share how much your videos have helped me get through the last three years of my studies. I think it is your calming voice and demeanor, and the beautiful instrumental music you play on your videos, that have such a positive effect in motivating me to keep going. Thank you soooo much.

[@lilymay7171]

I agree. Calming, motivating, beautiful, positive, educational. A visual and sensory feast. There’s no one like Rosie, always the calm in the storm of life. When calamity is all around, nothing compares to a cuppa, cake and watching Rosie.

[@kiwiopklompen]

Im writing the last chapter in my thesis and I have Rosie to keep me company.. 😜

[@Cathyann51222]

​@@mars7612 In America"mature student" refers to an older than average student, rather than a student just out of high school. A mature student comes with life experiences.

[@cynthiakammann7368]

I've noticed that watching your videos rubs off on me and actually helps me be more productive and happily so. Thank you❣️

[@gregpendrey6711]

Irish are traumatized as a culture for a long long time. Fighting Irish is a thing. I don't like Irish, as people have consistently been hurtful. My Jewish friends likewise. I'm of American Mormon culture which is very sick. Anyway I hope people begin to understand generational trauma. And recent one generation trauma that has created unindividuared babies born to narcissistic mothers. Babies need to be babies unfettered until they become. Current events in psychology.

[@olsa76]

Hi Rosie! I have a wish. If your family is going to visit you again this summer, and if they agree to be filmed, it would be great fun to see their expressions the first time they step into the house and see what you've accomplished since the last time. I understand they saw the progress here on youtube, but that's not the same as stepping into it. I hope you yourself realize how much you have done, and that it is beautiful!

[@LadyAurora10]

I have been thinking the same. And if they loved the renovated guest house. ☺️

[@moda78z]

Yes! I think that her mom would be okay with it. ❤️

[@quicknumbercrunch8691]

They are Flemish, they will hardly react at all no matter what they think and feel. They probably regret her not marrying, isolating herself, and risking her life (a little). In any case, they are probably the first to watch each episode.

[@LadyAurora10]

​@@quicknumbercrunch8691Wow... No. That's not cool. I'm sure they just want her to be happy and see that she knows what makes her happy.

[@LeelErine]

@@quicknumbercrunch8691 You are so wrong.

[@rosecato7755]

Rosie, I could so identify with your “I don’t know what else to say”. That really tickled me. Just be real, and we’ll all love u for it. I’m really looking forward to each step of your journey. The cupboards will be great!

[@kathleenjohnson3645]

Sunday morning, soft music, a cup of coffee, a beautiful soul leading us through her world. Thank you Rosie!❤🎉😊

[@deborafoor5038]

First, I love your videos. I am 69 years old and I was widowed four years ago. My life changed in huge ways. I’ve always loved DIY projects, and I love gardening. Your videos are remarkable in part due to how you combine photography (including the beautiful drone video of the forest where you live in Sweden!), in part owing to the beautiful music, and, of course, listening to you calmly but enthusiastically describe how you go about building a life in Sweden, living alone, and creating environment that works for you. I know you’ve had a video on the tools you use. I’ve watched that one. But can you share with me again if you haven’t already the little handsaw you were using in this particular video. It looks like some undercut saw I’ve seen, but it’s clearly different. I want one. thank you, Rosie, for helping me on my journey to live life by myself for the first time.

[@sammacc4751]

Rosie said earlier it was a Japanese handsaw, I hope that helps you find it…

[@todddonaldson2822]

Japanese pull saw. It cuts on the pull stroke instead of the push stroke and is much easier to cut a straight line with. Good luck with your projects!

[@kathrynbeetham5308]

Yes, Japanese hand saw, they do have them on amazon and they're not expensive. I looked, so much better than a normal handsaw.

[@juliannebecker9705]

The handsaw is a Japanese style pullsaw. I have not found one locally, so hopefully someone can recommend an online hardware site stocking them

[@juliannebecker9705]

Hi Rosie, I was pleased to see you filling and painting the ceiling. Clearing everything out of the workspace, each big job. I also was supposed to be doing my bedroom ceiling in my renovation this last week. I've purchased the equipment, a new gap filler gun, and tubes are still in the car for 2 weeks now. I have so many small jobs and overwhelming it all is. Therefore the mental blockage concerning preparations of my cottage first, then moving where I sleep is priority, and getting it done soon is too. Like you, I don't have much social distraction and live very remotely, harsh land, Central Otago, NZ. (Lord of the rings, and Power of the dog, were filmed close by. So I understand how life is, being a free woman, enjoying nature at her finest, out in the whopwhops alone, and facing the extreme elements, and without an extra pair of hands to call on when needed. But the ability to do stuff how you want to, is important, no matter where you are. So I thank you Rosie, for the inspiration your lovely soul encourages me, tomorrow I will get started on the prep, and draft free my ceiling for winter is on its way. 🐰Have a happy easter

[@katherinelittrell9689]

I love your dry sense of humor, Rosie!😊 I just love watching your videos. I can't understand why anyone would think you are lonely. You are just relishing a simple, serene life, enjoying the small things. But your building skills care so inspirational. Well done! I look forward to each and every video. Thank you for sharing your world.😍

[@tfox285]

Maybe get some books on plant, insects, birds and animal identification for the local area. Knowing the indigenous species gives a new appreciation and almost a meditation every time you are outside because you are more connected. Also learning the edible plants can help with sustainable gardening, since indigenous species grow literally like weeds and need little care.

[@poodlegirl55]

I have always cut a length of wallpaper, added the paste to it (or wet it if it is pre-pasted) and folded it, they call it "booking" and let it sit for a few minutes before hanging.

[@gregorybalint]

exactly. Doing the same thing

[@judifoster8]

And a roller rather than a brush.

[@poodlegirl55]

And you also have to take a rubber tool and press all the air bubbles out.

[@judifoster8]

@@poodlegirl55 Important!

[@ead9726]

Yes same here when we wallpaper. The paste looked very runny there, but then we mix ours ourselves and it’s thick, then onto the wallpaper, left it for a minute or two then onto the wall. I have never seen pre mixed paste before. You are amazing Rosie, so brave and talented, living by yourself. Good luck and looking forward to the next video. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍👏👏

[@JR-kz2xn]

Just an FYI Rosie, in my neck of the woods we use the wallpaper paste on the wallpaper and then place the paper on the wall. Then we wipe it down with a damp cloth to help it adhere better to the wall with no bubbles. Maybe helpful to you in the future or maybe not. Just wanted to share. Loving your videos!!!

[@TheJanaRina]

Where I come from I think it is done the same way as you describe here.

[@WowOopsy]

Same here, i have done some wallpapers. Its often used here in Holland. Always put the paste on the wallpaper, wait a few minutes till the wallpaper sucks it in, then put it on the wall. Coz wallpaper will increase in size after you put the paste on it, thats why you have to give it some time. When it dries it will sort of shrink a bit and also smooth out so you get a flawless wall. If you put the paste on the wall, the wall will suck in the paste and paper wont adhere to the wall.

[@jaynemeyer8277]

That’s my feeling too.. and book the paper for awhile before hanging

[@kathrynbarker7967]

My 84 year old husband isnt interested in too much anymore; i showed him your videos last night and we have been watching. So nice to have a new one and see your smiling face. My husband and i used to “flip Houses” before it was the thing to do. He cant do it anymore but enjoys watching you!!! God bless and thank you for your videos. I was curious as to what part of Sweden you live in. I follow Jonna Jinton in Sweden and it seems more harsh where she is. Glad you are ok, dont know how you stand the cold!

[@JudithLuimes]

Jonna lives more to the North, near Sollefteå (about 1,5 hours from where I live myself), Rosie is in the South. The climate in the South is quite different indeed, though I myself prefer the wilderness more ♥

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Jonna is much much further north. Much more rural too, farther distances to any mid sized city. Her channel is also a fantasy depiction of Swedish or generic Nordic culture which isn't very representative at all of modern day Sweden (a bit cringeworthy to Swedes) although it's clear that's what really sells her channel. The whole "spiritual artsy Nordic fairy" - bit is v e r y far from reality and rural Sweden can be every bit as normative as rural life in the UK, US etc. We all love the individuslism of yt channels, some of them are more cinematographic fairy tale productions than others in an attempt to monetize them. Life in northern Sweden is v e r y cold and chock full of mosquitos and woodland and nationalists these days, which is another reason the mythbuilding of "Norse" kitch identity via KZbin doesn't sit well with those of us locally who aren't of that political persuasion. It's a very common trope of neo nationalists up there these days. Where Rosie lives isn't that far from the southern border to Norway, from Denmark and ultimately the continent. The west coast is Atlantic and rugged granite cliffs and fishing cukture in that respect, oceanic, wheras the east coast is the Baltic, more sands and flat land agricultural, less wooded. At the south of Sweden the distances between the coasts arent far at all, not more than a few hours drive if you have a car. If you're using local transportation on winding country roads though, it may seem much vaster territory. Gothenburg(Göteborg) and Malmö are the biggest southern cities, the first being closer to Rosie's area. And Malmö being the most culturally diverse of the two today. Gothenburg is historically built as a shipyard city. Malmö which is smaller boasts the countries most famous university in a town of its own (Lund) and is only a 30 min tram ride from Denmark. Which is very different. The entire region was historically Danish centuries ago, and somewhat reflects that. The rural territory and coast line outside Gothenburg is full of summer cottages (much like Rosie's) and small ex shrimping and fishing communities on a plethera of islands, and an increasing number of Norwegian commuters or summer houses, and altlantic yachters (thanks to Norwegian oil money). Sweden is narrow and long (a bit like Italy that way) stretching from well above thr arctic circle and high Scandic mountain range through the northern thick woodland territory (cellulose and woodland industry) all the way to the open landscapes and dunes of the south just a ferry ride from the continent. I'm in the capital Stockholm. It would take me around 3,5 hours train ride on thr fastest express train to get to Gothenburg, and more than 6 hours to get to Jonna's closest city. Have a look at a map and this may help to understand distances. As you already guessed, Sweden was a very rural country until recent history and technical advancements. And the old houses all across the rural areas often reflect the old way of life very dependent on local nature and seasons. Which explains the Swedish understanding of nature and climate impact and concern with environmental issues. What's interesting about renovating these types of houses is they've stood the test of time for centuries. So there's some solid technical principles developed over time behind these seemongly primitive houses. It's not uncommon these days, for people who don't know any better, to buy them and use improper modern techniques to insulate them ending in total disaster of vapor, mould, rot and other problems. (some of that happened in the 70s as well but often forgotten). Even the red paint of the buildings isn't an aesthetic as much as it is functional. Iron and iron mining products are a traditional national resource and the red comes from Iron Oxide which serves to protect the timber from mould spores and effects of harsh weather. In some areas (mostly north) the houses are cross laid timber cabins in a near black/dark brown, also containing iron oxide for the same reasons. Breathable houses built on self ventilating principles before the age of central heating and very warm indoor climates throughout houses all year around. There are actually super local resources for building conservation and tech in every area of Sweden to gather knowledge, free of charge. I've suggested this before, seeing Rosie using cheap generic modern materials such as acrylate paints on original windows and woodwork (she's using a geberic wallpaint on the wooden ceiling here too strangely enough), but she's not interested. It's her house so entirely up to her of course, but the reno is clearly about interior design rather than renovation as I would define the word, where conservation and understanding how these houses work (and their sensitivites) would be an integral part to leave something fully sustainble behind. That aside, she's doing fantastically on her own, facing great challenges on a steep learning curve! And without a car! Very impressive. ❤

[@kathrynbarker7967]

@@JudithLuimes thank you for this clarification! Lovely of you to respond.

[@kathrynbarker7967]

@@gnarbeljo8980 wow, thank you thank you for all the info, so wonderful of you to send such a detailed response and i appreciate it! 💕

[@spaceseijo]

kind of crazy, thinking about where you started with the house, that you're now building wardrobes! like what a progress, what an achievement!

[@PENTHESILEIA1000]

You are a therapist of our souls!

[@lomalinke5042]

"It's going to be amazing." I love this channel so much.

[@SonyaTucker]

I absolutely love watching how you do every with such confidence, and Everything you make is amazing and beautiful, also it's refreshing to see a woman creating/making furniture etc like you do and especially because your on your own,"GIRL POWER". More over I love that your showing us where you get some of your ideas and inspiration from, so a massive thank you. You are a true inspiration to everyone, I can't wait to see your journey creating your living room. Sending you best wishes from Somerset,UK 😃👌🌈

[@sophiablow3422]

Green tile would look good on the chimney breast. A way to keep nature in your space during winter months.

[@ajfrancis2803]

I agree! Especially zellige tile to get some wonderful texture...

[@susanmcconnell6041]

Rosie, may I suggest getting a couple books on cold process soap making!! You are so 'earthed' 'natural' 'grounded' that making your own soaps would be such a personal artistic expression, and you could use whatever skin-healthy oils you desire. I learned how to make soap as a little girl, with my great-grandmothers, my grandmothers, and my Mom. Now, I'm 71 years old, and love to make artisan soaps as special gifts, or as special orders. Your CUTE little home is really beginning to shine with your own beautiful personality and unique touches! Sending hugs, love, and prayers, to you!! 🤗🥰🙏 Susan, Napoleon, Missouri, USA

[@minervabird1967]

actions speak louder than words, and that is the beginning of a cool wardrobe. It is going to look great.

[@elisasa3287]

It’s been said before by others, but it bears repeating: the only downside to your videos is that they, unfortunately, have to come to an end. I feel like a new person every time I watch one of your episodes - ty S♥️ much for that. Absolutely fulfilling - in every regard. XX

[@etoylemckee6832]

You just keep on putting one foot in front of another. BRAVO again

[@ritafoster4958]

Watching your videos is always a calming bright spot in my week. I love your approach to things, your confidence, your ability to figure out a solution when things become difficult, your humour. Thank you for this little peaceful oasis in our busy distracted lives, Rosie. ❤️🇨🇦

[@katevoris8811]

Simple beauty takes such restraint, careful planning and hard work.

[@derekread8220]

Rosie, when wall-papering it is usual to first paste the back of the wall-paper, then prime the wall with paste by which time the paper should be ready to hang. There should be a degree of slippage to allow the paper to be moved to get it vertical.

[@lyndaberman3942]

Also, you can apply the paste with a paint roller .

[@onehearthlove]

Loved the little shimmy dance to get the last part of the frame in its corner 😄🤍

[@veepotter307]

I think when one has a boring or meaningless task that must be done, I find it helpful to do the task with mindfulness. Like you said it makes it easier and more comforting to complete. Yes, it gets done when it is done. Carry on!

[@bettymaclennan8214]

Even though your chimney man said your home looked like a sauna, I think the fresh wooden walls and floors look so clean and smart!

[@joeb4142]

Chimney man was obviously traumatized by a ‘70’s sauna sometime in the past. 😄 I agree that everything Rosie’s done looks great!

[@ginacrusco234]

The wardrobe frame says it all! (Along with the bright snowy woods, the dark foggy evening, and the chocolatey fruity moist yogurt cake.)

[@nellieolguin-davis1519]

I also am an older woman and when you have a video on I will stop what I am doing and grab a cup of coffee and sit and watch you build you are so amazing and talented and I have been so very happy to see that you have another project lined up and that you are so amazing about doing it thank you for sharing your talents with us!!!God Bless ❤❤❤

[@conniechuha3113]

My Sunday morning motivation. ❤

[@bfranklin1052]

Good luck with the next batch of glue. I love that you shared your new books. They look great. I love this unfolding story. Good job, Rosie. 💕

[@cbenji2]

I agree, love the pace.

[@debbiesartofliving]

Hi Rosie! I love your video's. I often watch your video's in small parts, because I don't want them to end so soon... You inspire me in so many ways! Thank you!

[@Bjmc4uk]

We love you, Rosie and we’re always here to watch you and support you. You amaze us.

[@CatskillsGrrl]

It IS going to be amazing. I sincerely hope you are no longer plagued with doubts about your choices and skills. You’re doing it.

[@alexisshoemaker66]

I found your videos by accident and binge watched all of the. I am 69 and like doing things with my hands. Your videos are cathartic and real. I was so pleased when you got your first sponsorship. I think in the you tube world you made it! Your sweet and honest about your knowledge in DIY, and are willing to attempt to do it. Good for you. I just love your “cute” kitchen. Keep up your work and stay safe.

[@matsv201]

Mold is typically not a problem with houses this old. They have no vapor barrier so mosture go right out of the house if heated.

[@frenchfan1278]

Your videos are so relaxing, great cinematography. Choice of music is wonderful. And your talent in creating your home is outstanding. Thank you .

[@DonnaEmerald8]

I put up shelving today, and amn't very confident with it. I thought of you every time I started doubting it would work, and it really helped me at tricky bits to imagine I had your can do attitude. Thank you for being a wonderful DIY role model for us ladies, and may you have many happy hours in your library pouring over the wonderful new design books you got to start your collection off.

[@deweygraham2432]

Maybe putting the paste or glue on the paper. Then let sit for 5 or 10 minutes, then put paper on the wall. Hope this helps.

[@glennwing4214]

Ah, how exciting that you've started your library! You'll be surprised at how little time it will take to fill those shelves. But you're taking the right approach - every book should be something you will use many times. Also, your idea about having inspiration books is spot on.

[@artokiiskinen1058]

Thank you Rosie! Another wonderful video. It is so great to live the renovation with you. I love these videos more than I care to admit. Please dont change and please dont stop. My only wish is that you would add a patreon at some point, because you have given me so much delight and happiness, I would love to give something back.

[@hannahr.n.5791]

She (Rosie) won't. We have been begging her to add patreon, buy me a coffee, or something so we can give back. ☹

[@adrielathome]

@simonegiertz invented a very cool foldable hanger for narrow spaces. Maybe it's a solution for your wardrobe. 🥰

[@izzad777]

the living room is actually what i'm waiting the most for your renovation. partly because of the fireplace but the rest is intriguing too.

[@Dustinlove102]

10:08 I'd fill a lot of that space with cool rocks, sticks, pinecones, etc from the surrounding area 🌿

[@ThePjl110]

You've probably done it before but could you put up a detailed floorpan of each level of your house? I'm sure I'm not the only you who would love to see that!

[@catemoon]

This video is perfectly timed. I just made an offer on a 110-year-old small house, which has only two tiny closets in the two tiny bedrooms. I’ve been thinking of ways to add storage. This project of yours is inspiring!

[@jenh9252]

One can find many good decoration and building books in Charity shops😊

[@janinedevilliers510]

You are right, I love hunting for second hand books in thrift shops. On the otherhand sometimes if one wants something very specific, you probably won't find that book easily so it is easier to order online. Books are wonderful treasures. I live in Germany, it is very difficult to find English books in 2nd hand shops and my German is not at the level yet where I can read as well as I can in Eng. I think it would be as difficult to find English 2nd hand books in Sweden, or any non Eng speaking country as I have found in the EU. I also speak Italian and could not find any Eng books in Italy. One really has to know where to find them. Rosie is looking for very specific books with instructions in Eng on how to build. 😅

[@violetarobic516]

In 2017 I've been working Live in Care in the UK. Lady I've been caring for was retired doctor and owner of a very old house in Winchester. I was looking for something nice as a Christmas present for her and l have found interesting book about different ways to set the table in different era's, what treasures you might have in your old English house and you don't even know it's valuable etc. Book was looking as no one ever opened it, but quite luxurious edition (ashamed to say l have paid 1£ for it only 😅). Lady was delighted with the book, she said she has been looking for this specific edition and couldn't find it. Only newer, cheaper editions were available. Ever since I'm checking second hand shops for hidden treasures, especially on the book shelves ❤️

[@tfox285]

I would love to see you build a long covered porch where your work area is, across that whole side. I love having a covered area before stepping out into the world. I live in the Pacific Northwest of the United States and having somewhere to be outside and not in the weather is a luxury, somewhere to lock and unlock the door without rain or snow down the collar. It would also cover your work bench so you could work out of the weather.

[@unpaintedleadsyndrome]

Lovely to see the first bit of framing going up, it does indeed bring it all to life that much more.

[@wakatipuartipad]

Thankyou for sharing your genuine, unpretentious and inspired approach to life. ❤ in a world of insane consumerism it is heartwarming to see someone following their own heart 👌

[@marybannister4629]

Hi Rosie. After a year of intensive training and hundreds of clinical practice hours I have recently qualified as a Solution Focussed Hypnotherapist and Clinical Psychotherapist. I’m struck by how much your positive mindset, reframing negatives into positives, looking for solutions rather than focusing on the problems, all resonate with everything I have learned and now practice with my clients (as well as trying to practice in my own life). Rosie, you are not only a creative inspiration, but a role model for mentally healthy living. Thanks for sharing your life with us. Mary (Mary Bannister Hypnotherapy).

[@stagnacja]

Greetings, Rosie! How great to see you! Your calm personality is riveting. Your attitude towards this whole project transpires through your editing style; I feel so calm listening to your voice and watching your videos (which are visually stunning!). I love your subtle yet witty sense of humor! Xoxo

[@Kjell-ÅkeLindqvist]

Hello, I'm impressed in how you cope with things you do for the first time. Learning by doing, in a the best way. In my mind I can not stop thinking about the heating of the "stuga". In cold Sweden it is a no-no not having radiators below every window, too prevent the cold draft one has to handle during the cold season. Your way to handle the handy work and also your personal feelings, can act as a role model for anyone. You're one of a kind, in the most positive way - with so many good things in one single person. Good luck on your personal journey in the swedish forest. Thanx for sharing the journey, every video makes my life better. 🎉

[@debbiebroughton8325]

If glue is kept to cold it separates and looks like water hope this helps, great video ❤️🇬🇧

[@judithburke1539]

Especially if it freezes the glue breaks down and turns into a watery liquid that looks like your glue.

[@milkweeddreams8828]

LOL, what a grand finale...a walk in the slow snow with fog leaves nothing else to say, enjoy the moment(s)...I love your use of Japanese woodworking and wondered if you have pondered the use of sliding doors/windows...as you were sliding the wall in place it made me ponder on this...Rosy, you always inspire, especially to slow down and realize that it will get done in spite of myself...time to pause with cake and tea...kettle is on...thanks again...!

[@carolebuckle7977]

I love listening to your reasoning for projects , the planning… by paying attention to the movement of the house, the light & space what it is intended for. Up in the attic 🙄😳 where you don’t like to go 😣, would be a great solution to storage I.e a trunk to store some seasonal pieces. But no doubt that space will be addressed a little later in your home project. 🤛🏻🇬🇧xxxx

[@nadinewouters4479]

Hi, Rosie. Roll on the glue for the renovationpaper. You will have a better coverage. Your brush can’t hold enough glue. However, you are right about the glue being too watery I think from what I could see. What a beautiful place you have, and what a good builder you are!

[@audiomxr]

I love tuning in whenever you post. the life you have is one you're making, in many ways from scratch. What you're learning about yourself in the process is beautiful. Those wardrobes are going to be great, and I can't wait to hear what happens with the wallpaper glue.

[@michellecbauer]

Rosie you’re so delightful! Love your perseverance and belief in yourself. Can’t wait to see the end results! Enjoy your cake! 😊

[@936Maria]

Hej Rosie, I’m Swedish but am not living there anymore. But oh so I miss it, your videos make me so homesick. I love your little cottage and what you are doing, and then we have the nature, and the snow, just nothing like it 🇸🇪

[@marley1392]

Hope all is ok with you, miss you!!! ♥️ Marley

[@Caerise]

I don't know if you're still debating whether to do plaster or wood panelling on the walls, but you could always do a mix. I think that would look really great! You could do the majority walls in wood panelling, to match the rest of the house, and do the chimney (or entire chimney wall) in plaster. Love watching the progress you're making all on your own 🥰

[@stormgrid]

When sealing your inner roof that way with silicone you really have to make sure there is ways for that room to ventilate properly. Great and inspiring work!

[@judithburke1539]

Breathing also creates moisture and sealing everything up without proper ventilation will create an environment for mold.

[@patriciasmith8031]

Rosie, you are an inspiration. When I watch you I try to imagine how I could ever have done that as a younger woman. It seems so daunting, especially with the travel for supplies without a car. But it is beautiful and I thank you for sharing. The only thing we disagree about is your lack of animal protein. But I hope you will change your mind which is your choice.

[@pamsmith7369]

No! I live well and keep a slim weight without animal protein! I’ll be 70 and have been vegetarian/vegan for over 40 years.

[@dreamagood8321]

I made 2 of these , one in the bedroom, one side is shelving for baskets for small things like underwear, the other side is for clothes on a cloth hanger, so mine I think is like 2 foot deep. The other one is in the laundry room , one side for cleaning products, the other side is for big storage/bulk foods . They both are a great addition, when you don’t have a lot of storage in the house . The one in the bedroom has doors on the front , the one in the laundry room I put curtains . I love them both ❤❤

[@paulmoses23]

I’ve just retired and my friend gave me a book called”four Thousand Weeks, Time management for Mortals” by Oliver Burkeman. Definitely one for the library ☺️..Good luck with the living room!

[@karenstewart8620]

I don't know why, but I love that your videos are released on Sundays.

[@upstream1942]

Your videos are all a piece of art, and in fact I believe your whole life in the Swedish "torp" is a piece of art. I love your peaceful, patient and perfectionist approach. It's awesome 😊

[@mscheibl5230]

The first strawberry and banana toast content of the season! Not sure why, but I find the window renovations particularly exciting and satisfying. I wonder how you got on over the winter with the shutters in the indoor toilet room. I love the way you constructed that window, though - the contrast of the wood stains looks so good. Do you think you'll ever put glass in, there? I'm starting to feel a bit alarmed at the thought of being up to speed with your channel. It's been such an epic binge-watching journey of goodness. On one hand I'll be glad to see what's happening in more real time, but on the other, sad to not be able to watch a few stories back-to-back anymore.

[@patriciad28]

Rosie, you are an inspiration! Google has also told me I'm not young anymore ...lol...but this old lady loves watching you and feeling young again!!! Please don't stop making your videos! ♥️

[@Biohazardcube]

Rosiiieeeee❤ week After week after week you are presenting your work and the videografie is so much into Detail. Love your youtube and your House projects! Thanks for your time, effort and Energy.

[@nancyrutkowski2150]

Am amazed how patient and talented you are. Beautiful workmanship. If you use shavings with a knife of wood it makes great fire starters.

[@hannikulju9990]

It was nice to see your "done-dance" again. It made me smile widely when you made your first wal. Soon we will be seeing your nice greenhouse again. It is so cute. Have a nice springtime and hopefully that book of gardening has many good tips.

[@libbybertrand9320]

Great start on your living room Rosie! Very challenging working with a crooked room. You definitely will have more space for family guests to stay and visit😄❤️

[@pamsmith7369]

Don’t worry! Those library shelves will have something on them soon enough! My shelves were empty when I moved and I found many things to fill them up. Even if not books; storage for papers, files, maybe some cute containers for little items that don’t fit elsewhere; vases, boxes, they’ll get filled! Lovely to see you work!

[@NetNinja775]

I enjoy the tranquility of your videos. That is rare for DIY videos. I think the music choices help. I love the nature scenes and appreciate the effort it must take to make them. Thank you. I have two suggestions for you. Unless the empty shelves are more motivating, you could fill the space by displaying your new books vertically with the covers facing out; just lean them against the wall. EDIT: Maybe just the bottom shelf. Just rewatch.ed and noted the size of books compared to the space between shelves. For time management, I always find most strategies to be daunting trying to do a lot of goal setting and mapping out every hour of the day. I recently came across the simple concept of identifying two activities to complete each day. If you have a big project, break it into manageable steps and pick one or two steps per day depending on how many projects you need to address that day. Two activities can be accomplished and you have made progress on one or both projects; even if unexpected distractions or delays pop up that day (except major delays like a bad batch of glue, of course, but you can’t control those.) Bonus if you get more done. This helps me stay positive and not feeling like I failed because I couldn’t stick to a daily plan or complete lofty goals. EDIT: After rewatching, your management challenge is to define time for DIY, work and relaxing. I’m terrible at time management myself, but I have to think the same discipline of never wearing shoes in one room applies to dividing up your time and sticking with it. Discipline is my challenge. But, limiting yourself to two activities might still help because you are not expecting yourself to do unreasonable amounts of work, which can result in spending too much time focused on one area trying to meet the unreasonable expectation and never getting to the relaxation part. Hope these suggestions are helpful. Have a great day.

[@peterlindsay8235]

In my experience with wallpaper you first size the walls, add glue to the back of the wallpaper then stick it to the walls

[@monicashort3008]

Rosie, I tell so many people about your channel. Excellent work. I can’t wait to see how this room turns out.

[@scottharper9645]

Never use wallpaper where spackle and paint will do the job and if the paint turns out wrong, then just repaint. I’m enjoying the work you’re doing. We remodeled a townhouse in Hawaii to house our 4000 volume library. It had a 13 foot wooden beam ceiling with a huge lanai facing the Ko’olau mountains in Kaneohe Hawaii.

[@susanmary4752]

I am always so mesmerized by your work with wood and saws. It's incredible watching you mark and then notch out what you need. You're so skilled!! Looking forward to the next step in the wardrobe build!

[@kleinesren7064]

now I want cake, too. I will bake a peach cake today or in the next few days, I think. Lovely work as always, I am intrigued to see how that wallpaper thing develops :)

[@LorraineGuillet]

Thanks for the beautiful scenes in the forest! You in red, the little red house, and all the white and the peaceful landscape are a balm on my heart! Take care!

[@stephenoconnor2199]

Your kind spirit, determination, ability to laugh at anything that gets in your way and your willingness to share the ups and downs of everything you do, is so very inspirational. I find myself getting emotional just seeing you so satisfied and happy from the things you've made. I wish more people were like you. 🥲 Keep up the beautiful work. Love from Ireland ☺

[@wildaltarose]

Another wonderful way to start my week. You planning and then implementing your plans, always keep my waiting for your final results. You have so much talent, and that encourages me to try harder and plan better. Thank you for always inspiring me.

[@Joycat510]

Excited for all rooms, but especially this one! You’re amazing Rosie! Thank you for sharing your life!

[@Faile]

You are such an excellent story teller. It's a joy watching your videos and I always look forward to it.

[@constantinosbou]

One tiny suggestion about the fire. My dad when we were kids use to reuse the ash from the fireplace. He use to collect a small amount on a bucket with a lid and add a little oil and mix it. Apparently ash and oil is a good way to start a fire in a fireplace instead of using small pieces of wood, paper or the industrial solutions available.

[@petertgeorgiev]

Hey Rosie, thanks for the happy Sunday morning, once again. One favour to ask. Can you put the quantities and the ingredients next time you make the yogurt cake. I would like to try your recipe. Thanks!

[@dianeschmiane]

LOL, what to say? Always the KZbinr dilemma. You did great, love how this room is coming together!

[@TheresaLawrence-wx4mq]

Rosie , that book about California creative buildings in the 60's and 70's is great but for a much more primitive , less fancy book from that Era, same area too ... The Woodbutcher's Art , can't remember the author but you'd love it . I've got both those but they're in storage . All my books are design and inspiring building books , pretty soon you'll have to build a library for just those !!!! 😅❤Skyval❤

[@bertabuckley8372]

Hello to you Rosie I am a 77 year old woman in Southern Ca USA I so very much enjoy your videos. I anxiously look for new one every week. You are an amazing young woman congratulations on your lovely cabin so cozy and pretty. Sending my best wishes for your continued work and for a lovely spring and summer. Thank you for sharing I really enjoy watching you cook such yummy good things to eat. You are so multi talented and versatile good on you Miss Rosie.🧑🏻‍🦰🦋

[@s2buk]

The wallpaper should be pasted first and left for a few minutes to stretch then put it on the wall by running a damp cloth down the centre then moving out from left to right to remove trapped air.

[@carolyn6290]

I love watching your videos and listening to calming music as you work.

[@maxguerrero]

Your storytelling is great! 🖤

[@user-kev-k5v]

That may be so, but, I have noticed as in the past you have a good way of making the room look very beautiful , because your a perfectionist 👍

[@Abernis]

There I was thinking "what fresh hell is she going to "suggest" we bought this time.." and I was greatly - and happily - surprised about the book selection! (with the possible exception of the "ethereal" australian sisters). Thanks for the ideas 👍

[@EliseLogan]

My husband, who does quite a lot of woodworking, has many books from Lost Art Press. They curate an excellent collection of works.

[@elizabethbarberis9058]

But there was one, last thing to say about the new project - the fitted wardrobes are Cute... 🙃💜

[@wildrosie]

They will be.... hopefully!!! :D

[@JoanLittlejohn-t2y]

Hi Rosie, just loving your videos, they are the highlight of my week. What you manage to achieve is truly fascinating. Keep up the good work. 🥰❤xxx

[@brigid6609]

Its looking good! So in awe of your skills! For the wallpaper, I remember my parents putting the glue on the wallpaper panel, then fold it in somewhat en leave it for a couple of minutes. If the wallpaper was sturdy then they would also glue the wall en leave it for a few minutes. Hope this helps? I remember living in an old crooked house trying to sew and hang curtains, i had no reference, in the end I did it on the eye worked out more or less ok hahaha. Looking forward how this is going to turn out. PS love your books, if you need help with translating zaaigoed just ask ;)

[@speteydog2260]

I think you already get enough exercise from all the walking stretching painting cutting and bike riding you do! I would not worry about that one! 😊