How to Make an Insect Hotel out of Euro pallets - by ARNE & CARLOS

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  • Today we are building our insect hotel or it is more like an insect palace, with both towers and other. Insect hotels are very important for our garden, they attract a lot of insects and we want to have a lot of bugs for all our flowers this summer.
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  • @NorthwindPeace
    @NorthwindPeace Рік тому +8

    I love watching you two work together, especially when one of you is better at the task than the other. You remind me of two of my family members so that makes it more fun. Can we see what Erik and Anna look like? I would especially love to see the face of whoever is doing the filming when they're laughing at (with?) you. 😊

  • @LilliSkog
    @LilliSkog Рік тому +5

    Absolutely LOVE this, another thing on my to-make-list when I take my pallets apart 🥰

  • @kathieklee3903
    @kathieklee3903 Рік тому +7

    You both are so talented in everything you do. I look forward to each Sunday video - what new project you will be tackling. Thank you for your concern for the environment and its creatures.

  • @kathrynbarker7967
    @kathrynbarker7967 Рік тому +9

    Your wood working skills are coming right along Carlos, great job! This project is very cool, its a win-win. Using pallets, helping the environment! Great engineering Arne..

    • @rnchimilar
      @rnchimilar Рік тому

      Do you get slugs and if so how do you get rid of them.

  • @gingermolinero8386
    @gingermolinero8386 Рік тому +6

    Arne and Carlos the two of you are so much fun and loved seeing Little Freya running to you. Thank you for the smiles and laughter

  • @alyrobbins5299
    @alyrobbins5299 Рік тому +4

    With all sincerity, Why are you building an insect hotel? Is it Bees and butterflies your wanting to attract? I know i want bugs in tge dirt but some bugs will eat your harvest.

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому +1

      All types of insects

    • @alyrobbins5299
      @alyrobbins5299 Рік тому

      @@ARNECARLOS I cant wait to see what happens as time goes on. Ya'll are very interesting. And I share you love of old things and collecting and re-using.
      Thank you for all you do.

  • @kendenta2207
    @kendenta2207 Рік тому +3

    You might want to install a birdbath bowl next to the bugs and insects structure to attract the little guys so they can drink water.😊

  • @dorindacontreras1094
    @dorindacontreras1094 Рік тому +2

    Carlos you are really improving with your woodworking skills!!! I love the insect 🐜 city!!! Have the best week ever!

  • @stephsmith5969
    @stephsmith5969 Рік тому +2

    this is one of your very best podcasts. I laughed out loud watching. You two should have a comedy TV show. But in spite of the laughs and all the screwing, the bug hotel looks splendid and will hopefully survive longer than the gingerbread house did. I've tried and failed to dismantle pallets so I know how tough it is. I hope you get lots of interesting insects. Do you have grass snakes in Norway? If so, they will love it too. Thanks once more for a brilliant episode. Whatever will you get up to next. xxx

  • @dottiedriver552
    @dottiedriver552 Рік тому +1

    thank you for the laughter. seeing Carlos shake his head at Arne trying to figure out how to use the word screw. lol a perfectcexample of love of your partner. lol

  • @janchow88
    @janchow88 Рік тому +5

    Carlos you are so brave and you conquered both the drilling and height on ladder. Arne, you are so patient and creative. Love the insect hotel…it’s a 5 star for sure. ❤

  • @christinaheesakacowden-wut3809

    Hi hi, I am reminded of the Gingerbreadhouse project, lol. Hopefully the insect palace is going to hold up better. 😁😆But I am convinced it will have at least 3 stars rewarded, lol. Let`s see, if any other little critters will want to move in as well. Paradise in Arne and Carlos`garden. 😀🙃🥰

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому +1

      Yes, that was a lot of fun though

  • @genedwards1
    @genedwards1 Рік тому +1

    Yes, Carlos, you ARE getting better at drilling! I will think of you the next time I need to stagger my floats.

  • @kristind.8379
    @kristind.8379 Рік тому +2

    We all need to adopt Arne’s positive motto! Through the summer, I hope to see how the insects are enjoying their new resort.

  • @marilyn9155
    @marilyn9155 Рік тому +2

    Cool! Never have seen an insect hotel/palace ! Charming idea and commentary …Go Guys ! Fine drilling and construction! Love to see you guys with your ‘ heads together ‘ !! What a kind thing to do in making the house !
    Christmas star is gorgeous as well . I saved the instructions for it.
    Love
    Marilyn D
    USA xx

  • @marshabanks665
    @marshabanks665 Рік тому +2

    Oh, Carlos! I feel your pain! I am no good at all with power tools. I just can't hold them and push the button and get the screw to go in! But, I'm very good at handing my husband the things he needs! Love this whole idea! Your garden is such a beautiful place for all beings!

  • @hectorallen6209
    @hectorallen6209 Рік тому +1

    All good but remember the Gods deliberately don’t make you good at everything. It makes us need others 🥰

  • @arvettadelashmit9337
    @arvettadelashmit9337 Рік тому +2

    Why would you want to build a hotel for bugs? I can see building a hotel (hive) for bees. Paper wasps will make use of any untreated raw wood. What kind of bugs do you want to live in your insect hotel?

    • @carlettamlodzik5323
      @carlettamlodzik5323 Рік тому

      I was wondering the same? Will this keep them from building homes nearer the house?

    • @kittencollective
      @kittencollective Рік тому +1

      @@carlettamlodzik5323 Possibly mason/orchard bees. They are solitary early spring bees and around this time they start laying eggs. Very important insects for pollinating spring flowers especially of fruit trees.

  • @scrapbagstudios
    @scrapbagstudios Рік тому +1

    great job! What a wonderful structure to have in a garden that is so full of flowering plants. I can relate Carlos to your fear of heights. I never used to have it. I spent my childhood climbing trees. Then when I was in my 40s and building my house I was up and down ladders without a thought, then one day I found myself astride a wall plate (the inner structure of a timber wall) and I looked down, it was 8 meters up and the ground sloping away. It completely took my nerve away and I froze. I managed to focus on getting down and then starting shaking like a leaf. I never completely recovered from that and continued to be very nervous going off the ground.
    Thanks for sharing this with us. Very glad no-one was hurt in the process. 😀

  • @gilliantangen3717
    @gilliantangen3717 Рік тому

    Your drilling Carlos has definitely improved but you should keep practicing 😂😂😂

  • @deborahlee4941
    @deborahlee4941 Рік тому +1

    "Arne has left me here, and the drill is down there."😂😂😂 Carlos, you make me laugh. Thank you!

  • @carolnash5617
    @carolnash5617 Рік тому +1

    Do either of you remember the gingerbread house six months ago!?!?!?!

  • @allsewnuptextileart
    @allsewnuptextileart Рік тому

    Great video. Laughed and loved it but...won t the birds in the attic feast on the insects!!! 😂 xx

  • @lawrenesolberg6118
    @lawrenesolberg6118 Рік тому

    Oh my goodness! If I am watching this I am laughing so hard!! Should have brought your knitting Arne. Sending joy back your way.

  • @grandam195
    @grandam195 11 місяців тому

    Warning Adult content and humor. Geez, guys I almost peed myself I laughed so hard.

  • @laurajones5817
    @laurajones5817 Рік тому

    Such a fun project. I was laughing so hard. Loved seeing Arne taking charge of the project and speaking in Norwegian. Lovely

  • @jentextiles
    @jentextiles Рік тому

    Carlos. Your carpentry skills exceed those of the joiner who built my disintegrating house! Good effort. Jen x

  • @benjisprincess304
    @benjisprincess304 Рік тому

    Carlos, you get better each time you pick up the drill. I am impressed! Soon you will be Bossy Carlos and Arne will get to show off his “carpenting” skills. Oh the shenanigans!

  • @benjisprincess304
    @benjisprincess304 Рік тому

    😂😂😂😂What in the world? Abandoned at the top of the tower by your prince. “Arne, Aarrnnnee, Aaaarrrrnnneeee”😂😂😂 I was getting nervous, though you warned that you are just fine.

  • @joygieseke581
    @joygieseke581 Рік тому

    “I should have brought my knitting.” 😂😂😂

  • @marilyn9155
    @marilyn9155 Рік тому

    Loved the live stream from Kate’s! And eagerly awaited the ‘shorts ’ each day.. hope you guys are safely home.
    You have inspired me to ‘ thrift shop’ which I did today in search of a style of sweater like the ones you guys wear… no such luck !
    I do not knit ! !!!
    Marilyn USA

  • @charlenegunelson5249
    @charlenegunelson5249 Рік тому

    What a wonderful idea! So beneficial! Thank you for the great idea!

  • @benjisprincess304
    @benjisprincess304 Рік тому

    Ladder safety! Three points of contact, always. Work safely.

  • @benjisprincess304
    @benjisprincess304 Рік тому

    Carpenter Carlos and Bossy Arne, I am ready to build this insect palace. I was very successful with the Christmas star. You two are fabulous instructors. ❤

  • @jennidumlao3772
    @jennidumlao3772 Рік тому

    Yes Carlos you have improved your handyman skills🙃😃

  • @stevenlange227
    @stevenlange227 Рік тому

    Hello, really enjoyed this video. Arne I want to ask you something. I ran into an old Nancy Drew mystery movie on youtube streaming. I was wondering if you can get it in Norway? Thank you to you and Carlos for your videos. Jeannie from Tucson Arizona

  • @destinydeems
    @destinydeems Рік тому

    Good for you Carlos that you are open to not being perfect! Here in Santa Cruz, CA, I think of you as my friends!

  • @michaeltucker5752
    @michaeltucker5752 Рік тому

    No gloves😢 Splinter city for your hands…You guys need a railroad hand car to make use of those train tracks, what Great exercise that would be!

  • @deborahlee4941
    @deborahlee4941 Рік тому +1

    I appreciate Carlos' fear of heights! My palms are sweating just watching him. BTW, I love what you are making. So ingenious.

  • @deborahlee4941
    @deborahlee4941 Рік тому

    I'm cringing watching Carlos climb the pallet!

  • @blasebaker
    @blasebaker Рік тому +1

    Hi guys. Enjoying all the travel photos you are posting. Thank you!

  • @humblehalfacre8464
    @humblehalfacre8464 Рік тому

    In all honesty, if I made a structure that big with openings that size hoping for bugs and insects to move in, I would get mice and rats.

  • @benjisprincess304
    @benjisprincess304 Рік тому +1

    Carlos is teaching us transferable skills from knitting to carpentry.

  • @wrongwayconway
    @wrongwayconway Рік тому

    I have all the wood pieces ready to make a big bug hotel (I have a tiny store bought one near my rose bush). Carlos, I have the same drill! I will be using it tomorrow when I build my new raised garden beds.

  • @judithhalpatd8802
    @judithhalpatd8802 Рік тому

    Do be careful as I think you need something more sturdy to stand stand on as you get higher...

  • @WinkyGirls
    @WinkyGirls Рік тому

    Little blue tits have been going back and forth to the bird house on our roof terrace. Today I heard loads of little birds screaming when one of the parents entered the bird house with a snack for them. So I know for sure they have hatched, I only noticed a couple of days ago that tits were using the house. This is the first time they have really inhabited my bird house and bred 🥰🐦

  • @a.leehilliard4716
    @a.leehilliard4716 Рік тому

    Thanks for including your fans on your life journey!!

  • @candygrubisic
    @candygrubisic Рік тому

    I never saw the tracks before or where they were compared to where the house and everything sits. Kinda cool. You'll have to take pics of the new neighbors that take up residence in the new hotel :)

  • @susannejensen8087
    @susannejensen8087 Рік тому

    Lol. I think you needed a bigger bit. Good thing the screw didn't strip.

  • @wrongwayconway
    @wrongwayconway Рік тому

    Good job Carlos! Practice makes perfect.

  • @louisalowry6229
    @louisalowry6229 Рік тому

    I would love to have insect hotels but may have to content myself with the odd bee home for the native bees. Wooden structures like that would unfortunately attract termites here in Western Australia 😢

  • @ritasevig3647
    @ritasevig3647 Рік тому

    I can't use a power drill either. We all have things we're good at and other things we struggle with. Such is life

  • @debbiewedoe2564
    @debbiewedoe2564 Рік тому

    Great video. You guys will try anything. I love that about you.

  • @laurenoneal3893
    @laurenoneal3893 Рік тому +1

    You're inspiring me to get going on a mason bee house -- but mason bee houses are a lot smaller! Your insects have it really good! 🐝

  • @carrielovesfanta
    @carrielovesfanta Рік тому

    I missed seeing your carpentry skills Carlos 😂

  • @fanincalifornia1192
    @fanincalifornia1192 Рік тому +3

    I would love to see an update with the finished project - especially the birdhouse part!!

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому +1

      Yes!

    • @Snowpaux
      @Snowpaux Рік тому

      There’s a birdhouse part? I must have missed a few videos. I’d wear gloves around wood and old nails, otherwise looking good 😊

  • @pattikubacki8920
    @pattikubacki8920 Рік тому +1

    Carlos, YOU ARE SO GOOD!!

  • @lisajahn6839
    @lisajahn6839 Рік тому

    There are pleanty of creature that like to eat slugs (in Norway, also), so we can let them be.

  • @deborahlee4941
    @deborahlee4941 Рік тому

    Do not use power tools while standing on unreliable surfaces!

  • @stina48
    @stina48 Рік тому

    You boys need to be wearing work gloves you are asking for splinters

  • @jenniemarquardt5013
    @jenniemarquardt5013 Рік тому

    You are both just delifgtful. Cant get enough of you!!!

  • @victoriaratajeski6843
    @victoriaratajeski6843 Рік тому +1

    You never know what the two of you will be doing next. I hope your insect tenants appreciate all of your hard work! This is a fun idea!

  • @janphillips4144
    @janphillips4144 Рік тому

    The biggest insect hotel in the world! I hope there are enough plants etc to feed them all...

  • @laurieklem7051
    @laurieklem7051 Рік тому

    /warning warning --- flashbacks of the GINGER BREAD HOUSE~!!! Use more frosting ......oh wait....screws....screw all the things....// Ok it's great - good job both of you!!

  • @terry_679
    @terry_679 Рік тому

    Cool, an insect hotel and a restaurant for the birds ! 😎

  • @cristinaslaughter6025
    @cristinaslaughter6025 Рік тому +1

    ❤ You are both so good!
    What a wonderful thing to do for your environment and it’s inhabitants! Bravo!
    ☝🏽Ladder rule: always maintain 3 points of contact (safety and steady/balance.)

  • @liv9156
    @liv9156 Рік тому

    23:17 is my favourite part of this video 🤣🩷

  • @jenniferjohnson9335
    @jenniferjohnson9335 Рік тому +1

    It's always fun when the power tools come out! Looking forward to seeing the completed project. BTW, I wore one of your shirts to a small, local fiber festival and some folks recognized you/your channel/merch! Thanks for sharing!

  • @judithhalpatd8802
    @judithhalpatd8802 Рік тому

    Definite improvement & growth😂

  • @nicolelafontaine1720
    @nicolelafontaine1720 Рік тому +1

    You both are so Goood !!! This is a huge insect hotel !!!

  • @lyndasmith593
    @lyndasmith593 Рік тому

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @karinanderson7319
    @karinanderson7319 Рік тому

    Oh my goodness!! The drilling and screwing Shenanigans were out of control here! So good! Thank you for the laughter! The Workman's Safety Board would have passed out!!!🤣

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому +1

      We hope they never see this one!

  • @jennidumlao3772
    @jennidumlao3772 Рік тому

    Yes you must screw it properly 😳😂

  • @judithhalpatd8802
    @judithhalpatd8802 Рік тому

    Oh good, now you have a ladder....

  • @caroleperkins4294
    @caroleperkins4294 Рік тому

    Finally, Arne, you get your tower! Even if you have to surrender it to the insects 😉❤️❤️❤️. Carlos, you’re a brave (& patient) man! 😂

  • @barbarakb8847
    @barbarakb8847 Рік тому

    I bought the cutest little insect house, but have not been able to attract any insects to it yet. BUT I did have a HUGE centipede visit INSIDE my own house last week. Truly a world-class centipede, UGH.

  • @foleyjp1
    @foleyjp1 Рік тому

    Carlos, you have definitely improved your building skills! I am proud of you for your perseverance. Also proud of Arne' for his teaching patience. Crooked insect house is looking good.

  • @genevievegiella9066
    @genevievegiella9066 Рік тому

    CARLOS , ARNE …. WHY DO YOU BUILD AN INSECT 🐞 HOTEL 🏨??????? At FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS A WOOD 🪵 SHED FOR YOUR FIREPLACE……💝

  • @QueenofEastPond
    @QueenofEastPond Рік тому

    Boys, I'm commenting before I've even finished watching this. You two are such fun and have a lovely relationship!

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much, I hope you liked it!

  • @karinmerlijn1866
    @karinmerlijn1866 7 місяців тому

    😂how many insects do you have in Norway or how big are they😱
    A sedum roof would be great. It attracts insects also

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  7 місяців тому

      Quite a few, not that big

  • @michellemaccracken7086
    @michellemaccracken7086 Рік тому

    Whom else is having ginger bread house flashbacks???? Smile

  • @dianemiller7417
    @dianemiller7417 Рік тому

    I think you guys are cool.

  • @chrisscarlett8833
    @chrisscarlett8833 Рік тому

    Carlos on the ladder. 😂😂😂

  • @craftycondostitcher8831
    @craftycondostitcher8831 Рік тому

    The insects are going to be very happy. And Carlos you didn't finish your thought 'let me know what you think of my screwing skills" should it be?

  • @denisesmith8071
    @denisesmith8071 Рік тому +1

    So much fun to watch them do the creative outdoors work!

  • @craftyazshabbyshacjude3297
    @craftyazshabbyshacjude3297 Рік тому

    Whoop Whoop so super cool Arne, and you so made Carlos feel so comfortable and a part of it even though he hates heights , lol. Love the video and the Insect come bird house xox
    Love you guy's to bitz

  • @SJDJR
    @SJDJR Рік тому

    Are you sure this is an insect palace/hotel? With birds living in the penthouse it seems more like a palace for the birds with restaurants on the mezzanine and lower levels:)😂 Very nice:)

  • @kathleenallan321
    @kathleenallan321 Рік тому

    Another comment...your ideas for this are so clever, Arne!! What kind of insects are you wanting to attract?

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому

      All kinds as they make our garden come to life!

  • @wnygrl585
    @wnygrl585 Рік тому

    Do we see the completed project?

  • @peggybo5128
    @peggybo5128 Рік тому

    It looks like a first class insect hotel! When there is a bird house on the top, the birds will have an all-you-can-eat buffet. 😄

  • @blasebaker
    @blasebaker Рік тому

    That’s an insect mansion. 😁

  • @susanharrell984
    @susanharrell984 Рік тому

    Would have been easier to drill pilot holes before putting in the screw. Very interesting structure and I am sure it will be widely used.

  • @marinacosgrove4245
    @marinacosgrove4245 Рік тому +1

    Thank you guys! Such joy to see you ❤

  • @lisajahn6839
    @lisajahn6839 Рік тому

    Do not try to get rid of slugs, the have their own jobs and raccoons will eat them (people can eat snails and slugs too).

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому

      We don’t have racoons in Norway. They are only found in North America.

  • @inezwalsh2584
    @inezwalsh2584 Рік тому +1

    Do the train go by your house,I live close to the track as well but there are no trains here anymore…

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому

      The train has been discontinued

  • @robyn4715
    @robyn4715 Рік тому

    Poor Carlos! Freja's looking chipper! Great insect palace, Arne! ♥🦘🦘🦘

  • @benjisprincess304
    @benjisprincess304 Рік тому

    Things are serious when Arne and Carlos revert to Norwegian.

  • @davidhensley76
    @davidhensley76 Рік тому

    I still don't understand the need for an insect hotel, but it's a good video nonetheless. 😊

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому

      Insects have a very important function. Without insects, we would not have a garden. Because of climate change, many insects are disappearing. The function of our insect hotel is to give them a place to hibernate in the winter. We are trying to save our insects - so we can save our garden.

  • @Devenny67
    @Devenny67 Рік тому

    why does the insect house have to be so big? and what if you host some less desirable insects, such as wasps?

  • @debrawilliams1602
    @debrawilliams1602 Рік тому

    Very roomy accommodations for your bug friends.

    • @ARNECARLOS
      @ARNECARLOS  Рік тому

      We hope we will get a lot of visitors!