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The Tie Life Homestead
Canada
Приєднався 11 січ 2022
We are James & Michelle: From City Living to Sustainable Homesteading
We used to thrive in the hustle and bustle of city life, but our passion for sustainability and self-reliance led us to make a life-changing leap.
We left the concrete jungle behind and are now focused on building a sustainable homestead where we grow our own food, harness natural energy, and construct eco-friendly structures.
From experimenting with permaculture to raising animals and building our own Rammed Earth Homestead we’re committed to living in tune with the land in the beautiful Rocky Mountains of British Columbia Canada
Our journey is one of resilience, constant learning, and living more mindfully with the earth.
We appreciate you following along on our journey.
James & Michelle
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We used to thrive in the hustle and bustle of city life, but our passion for sustainability and self-reliance led us to make a life-changing leap.
We left the concrete jungle behind and are now focused on building a sustainable homestead where we grow our own food, harness natural energy, and construct eco-friendly structures.
From experimenting with permaculture to raising animals and building our own Rammed Earth Homestead we’re committed to living in tune with the land in the beautiful Rocky Mountains of British Columbia Canada
Our journey is one of resilience, constant learning, and living more mindfully with the earth.
We appreciate you following along on our journey.
James & Michelle
Want to see more behind the scenes? Join our social channels:
From Small Start to Big Success: Behind the Scenes of My Home Business Boom
In this video, I’m sharing how my home-based business went from humble beginnings to an incredible success!
Join me as I take you behind the scenes, showing you how I make my products and key moments that made it all happen.
balancing life on the homestead to creating a sustainable and thriving business, I’ll share my journey and tips for anyone looking to grow their own venture.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking for inspiration, this video is packed with insights and motivation.
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more updates from my entrepreneurial journey and life on the homestead!
Visit my website here: www.thetielife.com/
#HomeBusinessSuccess #EntrepreneurshipJourney #SmallBusinessTips #HomesteadLife #SustainableLiving
Join me as I take you behind the scenes, showing you how I make my products and key moments that made it all happen.
balancing life on the homestead to creating a sustainable and thriving business, I’ll share my journey and tips for anyone looking to grow their own venture.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking for inspiration, this video is packed with insights and motivation.
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more updates from my entrepreneurial journey and life on the homestead!
Visit my website here: www.thetielife.com/
#HomeBusinessSuccess #EntrepreneurshipJourney #SmallBusinessTips #HomesteadLife #SustainableLiving
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Starting Over After ESCAPING The RAT RACE
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Are you dreaming of a simpler, more fulfilling life? Have you made the big leap, or are thinking of making a huge change? In this video, I share my journey of leaving behind the rat race, walking away from a six-figure career, and starting over in the mountains. Building a sustainable homestead and embracing a slower, intentional lifestyle has transformed my perspective on success and happiness...
How We Built This Incredible Off-Grid Sauna (Start to Finish)
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Building Our Off-Grid Rammed Earth Sauna | Start-to-Finish Welcome to our homestead! In this video, we reveal the full journey of building our rammed earth sauna from start to finish. This project has been a labor of love, combining sustainable design with traditional craftsmanship to create a serene and eco-friendly retreat. Watch as we: ✅ Lay the foundation for our sauna ✅ Construct sturdy ra...
It's FINALLY Happening - Rammed Earth Sauna Dream Comes True
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Our Rammed Earth Sauna Is Finally Complete! After months of hard work, we’ve finally finished building our dream rammed earth sauna! From the first shovel of dirt to the final touches, this has been a labor of love, and we’re so excited to share the journey with you. In this video, we walk you through the final stages of construction, including the last details that made the sauna truly come to...
The REAL Reason We Left The City
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In this video, we share our journey from city life to creating a sustainable, self-sufficient homestead. We dive into the highs, the challenges, and everything in between-leaving behind the hustle and bustle for a life closer to nature. Join us as we reflect on: • What inspired us to make the leap • The skills we had to learn (and are still learning!) • How this lifestyle has changed us Whether...
We Gave Up City Life to Live in the Woods - 2024 Homestead Review
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Welcome to our 2024 homestead year in review, where we share our journey of leaving city life behind to live in the woods. Embracing a minimalist lifestyle, we've traded in the hustle and bustle for a slower pace, surrounded by nature. Our decision to escape the city was driven by a desire for sustainable living and a deeper connection with the land. We're passionate about organic farming and g...
What's Really Holding Back Our Homestead Hustle?
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Discover the reality of homesteading and the challenges we face on our homestead hustle journey, including working with Rammed Earth Construction. Homestead life teaches us patience and perseverance, but this week, we’re feeling the strain as outside forces slow us down. Our big projects-like the Year-Round Rammed Earth Greenhouse -are being delayed by permit issues with the municipal governmen...
Escaping the Rat Race: My INCREDIBLE Journey to Rural Bliss & Self Sustainability
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Join me on my incredible journey from the rat race to rural bliss and self-sustainability. Discover how I found purpose and meaning in life through escaping the hustle and bustle of city living. After years of living paycheck to paycheck, an unexpected opportunity arose-a chance to step into my late mother’s shoes and take over part of the family business. It was a role I took on with pride and...
What Happens When Massive Snowfall Knocks out Power?
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Winter arrived with a bang on our homestead! Overnight, a massive snowstorm blanketed everything and took out the power. In this video, we show you how we’re managing without electricity, keeping warm, and ensuring our animals and homestead are safe. From clearing snow to setting up backup systems, this is a day in the life of true homesteading resilience. Life here isn’t always easy, but we wo...
WINTER IS COMING Essential Tips to Keep Your Chickens Cozy!
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WINTER IS COMING Essential Tips to Keep Your Chickens Cozy!
What Happens When You Add STUNNING Soffit and Lights to Your Sauna?
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What Happens When You Add STUNNING Soffit and Lights to Your Sauna?
Building a RAMMED EARTH Sauna is Harder Than You Think!
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Building a RAMMED EARTH Sauna is Harder Than You Think!
Get Ready for a Sauna Floor MASTERPIECE in Just 1 Day!
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Get Ready for a Sauna Floor MASTERPIECE in Just 1 Day!
Building the Dream Sauna in 2024 is Easier Than You Think!
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Building the Dream Sauna in 2024 is Easier Than You Think!
I Captured the MOST Magical Autumn Moments at My Homestead!
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I Captured the MOST Magical Autumn Moments at My Homestead!
What's the Real Reason Behind Our Sauna's Unique Roof Design?
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What's the Real Reason Behind Our Sauna's Unique Roof Design?
5 Essential Steps to Building a Rammed Earth Sauna Like a Pro
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5 Essential Steps to Building a Rammed Earth Sauna Like a Pro
The Surprising Truth About Rammed Earth Construction Nobody Tells You
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The Surprising Truth About Rammed Earth Construction Nobody Tells You
RAMMED EARTH 101 - Expert TIPS on MIXING and RAMMING for BEGINNERS - Rammed Earth Workshop (Part 3)
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RAMMED EARTH 101 - Expert TIPS on MIXING and RAMMING for BEGINNERS - Rammed Earth Workshop (Part 3)
Master Your Skills Part 2: RAMMED EARTH FORMWORK -
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Master Your Skills Part 2: RAMMED EARTH FORMWORK -
How to Mix Rammed Earth Like a Pro - Part 1: Sample Mixing
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How to Mix Rammed Earth Like a Pro - Part 1: Sample Mixing
What's REALLY Holding Back Our Rammed Earth Project?
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What's REALLY Holding Back Our Rammed Earth Project?
Epic Journey: Wildflowers, Gardening and Playful Chickens in the Breathtaking Canadian Rockies!
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Epic Journey: Wildflowers, Gardening and Playful Chickens in the Breathtaking Canadian Rockies!
Rammed Earth Greenhouse - 10 Ft. Wall (Ep38)
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Rammed Earth Greenhouse - 10 Ft. Wall (Ep38)
Unbelievable Update: Our Glass Greenhouse 3 Years Later - Responding to VIRAL Comments!
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Unbelievable Update: Our Glass Greenhouse 3 Years Later - Responding to VIRAL Comments!
Exciting DIY: Sanding Huge Boards for Geothermal Greenhouse (Ep37)
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Exciting DIY: Sanding Huge Boards for Geothermal Greenhouse (Ep37)
Revolutionary Geothermal Greenhouse Upgrade: Post & Beam Installation (Ep36)
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Revolutionary Geothermal Greenhouse Upgrade: Post & Beam Installation (Ep36)
Rammed Earth Unveiling the Future: Workshop & Geothermal Greenhouse Update (Ep35)
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Rammed Earth Unveiling the Future: Workshop & Geothermal Greenhouse Update (Ep35)
Installing MODERN Blades on OLD Sawmill - What Could Go Wrong?
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Installing MODERN Blades on OLD Sawmill - What Could Go Wrong?
Broody Hens Take Over the Coop & Maternity Ward for Baby Chicks
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Broody Hens Take Over the Coop & Maternity Ward for Baby Chicks
What is "Rammed Earth Walls"?
Yes, I want to see how you CAN (jar) your food, how you store the food you grow. Also, few other idea...show the work involved in keeping chickens and how you use the eggs (eating, cooking, do you do anything with the shells) and is it worth it financially you have chickens? Also, show us everything you are doing in the garden. Show us, and explain, how you do your seeds, what your schedule is for planting, and where you get your seeds, etc? Show us, and tell us, how you prepare your soil, how you water and fertilize, and how you store your produce. Are you growing berries? Do entire videos on how to grow those berries. Show us your building projects, building the greenhouse, etc.. (OK, I found those video but there not talking or explaining what you are doing and why). I am new to your channel as of 2 hours ago and I don't see these type videos except snippets and there's no talking/explaing in the videos I saw.. I'll keep looking. Maybe I missed them. This cooking video is great. Keep them coming. If your channel has the word "homesteading" in the title, show us mostly videos of you "homesteading" but also explain what you are doing and why.. You will get more views if you explain what you are doing. Don't forget to show us ALL of your mistakes. I love your calm nature. It's easy to listen to you. (some talk too fast for my ears.) Big THANKS for sharing your journey. I'm trying to "homestead" and could learn from you!
Super appreciate you adding these videos. I took a course last year with Max, and this was a good refresher. I forgot more than I figured!
Poland
Lovely! Where did you get your jacket from?
It's from the consignment store I used to own! It doesn't have any original tags on it unfortunately!
My mother used to tell me "whatever your heart desires", its so important to do that, now more than ever. Finding ourselves ❤
This is a wonderful new adventure! 🎉 Oh just sharing something I did. I infused pine needles in my epsom salt for the winter. Pine has so many medicinal qualities. Its fun isn't it ❤
I love that idea! I was just looking into infusing with pine today!
You Are inspiring Me…✨💛⭐️💛✨🪷✨
Happy to hear! ❤️
Hello. I think your video has been my favorite one in 2024. Thank you very much
Happy to hear! Thank you 😊
💐🩷🌷LOVE🌹🩷💐
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I enjoyed this story, but I’ll never have the money to make a change like that. It is inspiring, nonetheless. ❤
Came across your channel with your life story this morning and I can relate 1000%!! Thank you!!🥰🥂
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You are such an inspiration, kudos!
So sorry about your mom. Peace.
Wish homestead? Florida State?
Canada!
Who died?
This video gave me so much peace and happiness! I am so bless to have found the two of you on this platform! Thanks for sharing your story, which pulled me in!
Thank you for watching! 😊
Congratulations on your new products. They look wonderful!
Thank you!
I stumbled upon your youtube videos the other day. I've enjoyed watching so far and seeing how you, Michelle, overcame alot - both personally and professionally, to get where you are now. I'll continue to follow you and watch all your adventures and enjoy the beauty of where you live! I also enjoyed Michelle's video on making of her skin care moisturizer and that's inspired me to look into also making my own skin care, for myself. Thank you! 😀
Thank you for sharing. Transmuting and transitioning is a part of life. Your story is interesting and inspiring. I can relate so much
I'm so happy you can relate! 😊
@ homesteading just seems the most punk rock thing to do. Primitive as it seems just brings you back to you; and the innovation takes on so many disciplines, so it’s actually a modern day challenge too. It’s an alternative to mixed martial arts and architecture
Is there anything you cannot do Michelle? Absolutely amazing, the products look and sound fabulous! Wishing you every success x 💫🌿💜
Thank you! You too!
I wish you all the very best for your sale of your products. I would love to purchase some, until I discovered that tallow is made from beef. As a vegetarian I just can’t morally do that. Please don’t judge me (I’m sure I’ll get some judgemental comments made!), each to their own. I’ll still follow you, obviously, as I love watching your videos, and I’m looking forward to your new greenhouse being completed and you starting working in it 😃😍 x
That is completely understandable! Thank you for watching ❤️
Awesome Video. We are homesteading our 13 acres in Arkansas. Looks like your on the same journey we are. Its a lot of work but well worth it. I love doing videos to track our progress also. Thanks for the video.
It's definitely a lot of work, but it's so worth it! Awesome channel! Thanks for watching
I really like it when u take time out to show us things u make like bread and these products. I also like the building, but canning and stuff like that are nice for us as well.
So happy to hear! Thank you 😊
Hmm... back to business! Living in Cyprus in the Mediterrranean Ocean, your products are a bridge too far. Wish I had the recipe - our summers are also very hot. Winters are lovely!
Sounds amazing! I haven't shipped overseas yet, but it's possible ❤️
Hola from the very cold mountains in Spain. Yes Michelle it does get cold here 😂 but it's beautiful. Congratulations on your new venture , your skin looks amazing, so I'm sure orders will fly out. Take care, hugs ♥️
Thanks so much! 😊
Great story! Very encouraging! We are never too old to learn! Life is a journey! I am 75 and live on 5 acres and I now decided to raise chickens, after 30 years. Thank you for sharing! Happy gardening!
That is amazing! I hope you enjoy raising your chickens, it's a lot of fun! I enjoy it so much and can't wait to garden too 🪴
How wonderful to see you fly! Congrats!!!!
Thank you so much! ❤️
@thetielife you are welcome. I look forward to what's next for you. You are smart, just like your Aunt Janine. You inspire me. I am 70 and continue to work towards my dreams. I will always have dreams until my last breath.
Yay for you!! I love watching your journey and wish I was your neighbor as I would love to shop your wonderful veggies, eggs, etc. I make your granola recipe every 2 weeks and actually handed it out to friends for Xmas gifts. Everyone raved about it 😊 Cheers to your new adventures ✨
I'm so happy you enjoy the granola! It's one of our favorites too, and I give a gifts as well. Thank you 😊
Just ordered❣️ Happy dancing in BC❣️
Thank you! Enjoy! 💖 💃🏻!! It shipped this afternoon.
I'll plan on getting the body butter but the promotional price of $29.99 didn't go through. Am I suppose to put in a discount code?
The tallow is $42 plus shipping! Sorry, we don't have a promo code! Shipping is flat rate, so you can stock up 😉 ❤️
Your skin looks amazing! I have been reading/hearing all kinds of wonderful things about tallow lately. It is definitely getting a lot of attention! Congrats on the new biz, working from home for yourself is a luxury.
Thank you so much! I'm so happy to have found a product I'm proud of and be able to share it with you all ❤️
Thanks for sharing your story… it’s awesome ❤
You're welcome! It's been an amazing journey.
Your skin looks gorgeous! 💖
Thank you 😊
I am so happy for your new businesses, yes!
Thank you!!!
Such an inspiration. Really encourages me to be courageous with the ideas I have yet to birth. Gorgeous and nourishing makings here.
I'm happy to inspire! 💫 go for it!
I use all tallow products for my skin. I also cook with all tallow. I am in the US so I will look up shipping because I would like to support you. Tallow has so many uses and healing abilities.
Amazing! Yes, it's such a versatile product and so healthy for cooking. We also use it exclusively for cooking! I have a flat rate of $22 to ship to the US 😊
More Great Content! Thanks Michelle
I'm so happy you like it! 😊
Visit my website here: www.thetielife.com/ :)
That great, well done.. Earth is an amazing material very versatile in any climate. I built a family home in the tropics. Very happy with the benefits of this natural material.
M for Michelle, love it!
The best!
Love this...I believe the reverse gender roles are what God has allowed ❤
What a beautiful life you’ve created together. And lucky you to hear found your perfect person to do it with. Cherish each moment.
Thank you ☺️
Really enjoying your videos. My wife and I made the move about a year ago, moving from big city to rural. Much of the reasons were the ones you mentioned ... the need for space ... for silence ... to get away from the hustle and bustle and get more grounded. So yeah, we move to a new area of the country, bought old farm property and all that. We've spent most of the last year helping improve the land ... the dirt ... so we can be good stewards and start this year growing. Looking forward to watching your journey and learning from your experiences as well.
Wonderful story to hear! Thank you 😊
Only Americans over analyses the building of Rammed earth , the world has been building rammed earth for 7 thousand years with out any fuss. get over dudes
Yeah, but were Canadians
Hi! I just found your channel. We are the same age and I also always say it is never too late to learn. I bought an abandoned farm in Finland 2022 and trying to fix it up with the help of my 80 year old dad. I always wanted to have a place in the country so it was a dream come true. I also have a channel on youtube but it is difficult to get any extra income from that, even after over 150 videos but I want to document the work any way. 😊
Hello! I saw your channel and your videos are amazing! Loved the sauna one! Thanks for sharing and watching 💜❤️
@ Thank you so much! ❤️
Any holiday programs?
It’s an absolute beauty ❤… you guys did a great job 🎉
Thank you!
I've watched all of your videos & know what went into creating this marvelous Sauna.🎉❤⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐😁☕🔥 Congratulations! Reaping as you have sown. BRAVO! Big Love. 👏👏
Yes! It was such a labor of love. We've been enjoying it every day since we finished building it! ❤️ It's worth every ounce of effort.
@thetielife Smiling from my heart to yours. 🥰✨🏆
Wish could fit that in our budget!!! Beautiful 😍